We’re moving into the last quarter of the year, so it’s time to start planning your EOY gatherings and catchups with friends! With this new month comes exciting launches and openings—here are 15 new restaurants to check out this October, for famous sheng jian bao, durian desserts and more.
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The next time you’re in Tanjong Pagar, consider heading down to Seoul Noodle Shop, a legit Korean restaurant helmed by a famous Korean chef specialising in knife-cut noodles. There are 12 types of noodles, ranging from spicy dry to comforting soupy ones.
It’s a must to try their signature Half Chicken Noodles ($18.50++), featuring soft and chewy knife-cut noodles in a milky broth. The noodles are topped with half a chicken, green onions, and thinly sliced omelette, served alongside cubed radish kimchi, yellow pickled radish, and barley rice. For something punchy, we recommend the Bibim Noodles ($16.50++), featuring the same knife-cut noodles, beef slices, a generous scoop of their house-made sauce, chopped green onions, white kimchi, and thin omelette slices. FYI, this dish is not spicy and leans slightly sweet, so there’s no harm trying it even if you can’t handle spice.
Read our Seoul Noodle Shop review.
Address: 99 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 078520
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 9:30pm
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Seoul Noodle Shop is not a halal-certified eatery.
FYI: Whiskdom now has a new cafe in Bedok! The popular bakery-cafe just launched this October in the quiet neighbourhood of Pari Burong. You may have heard of them when they first started as an online business specialising in lava cookies and brownies.
You can expect their signature bagel sandwiches here, with flavourful options such as K-Baegal ($17+), Eggspolde ($14+), and Double Tropicana ($17+): two fried chicken cutlets with juicy pineapple rings, romaine lettuce, and barbecue sauce, stacked between a bagel. They also serve waffles and pasta, along with a whole lineup of new drinks, including Brulee Einspanner ($8.50+): iced coffee topped with a caramelised sugar layer. Don’t forget to save space for desserts; their molten brownies and cookies are worth trying!
Check out our Whiskdom Bedok feature.
Address: 30 Jalan Pari Burong, Singapore 488696
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11am to 9pm, Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat 10am to 10pm, Sun 10am to 9pm
Tel: 8907 8981
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Whiskdom is not a halal-certified eatery.
Another new restaurant and cafe to check out this October is the Melbourne-famous roaster and cafe Puzzle Coffee, which is now in Dempsey! This marks their second store, following the success of their debut at ION Orchard in November 2022.
At this flagship cafe, you can expect a new all-day menu with highlights such as the Buttermilk Pancakes ($25++), where three thick and fluffy pancakes are paired with a mixed berry compote, then dressed with fresh fruits, zesty lemon curd, and creamy cheesecake mousse. If you prefer something savoury, give their Reuben Toastie ($20++) a shot. This sandwich stars house-cooked beef brisket with sauerkraut, gruyère cheese, and Dijon mustard, tucked between light rye sourdough bread.
While you’re there, don’t miss out on their coffee, too. You can expect a variety of espresso-based options, including the iconic Melbourne Magic ($6++): double ristretto shot with a splash of milk.
Read our Puzzle Coffee feature.
Address: 71 Loewen Road, #01-02, Singapore 248847
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 6pm
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Puzzle Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.
The weekends just got a whole lot better with Edge Sunday Brunch, held every Sunday from 12pm to 3pm at Pan Pacific Singapore. Priced from $138++ per adult and $69++ per child, the kid-friendly buffet features a huge selection of cuisines, spanning Singaporean, Chinese, Malay, Indian, Japanese, Thai, and Western fare. The feast starts with the fresh seafood on ice section, where you’ll find Boston lobster, tiger prawns, scallops, seasonal oysters and more.
There’s also the signature Edge Nyonya Laksa, zhnged up with lobster, alongside a chargrill station serving up four different varieties of sausages, as well as a breakfast station with Lobster Eggs Benedict. Don’t forget the Indian section too, starring fresh-from-the-tandoori meats and naan. Round up your experience with some boutique cheeses, or venture to the dessert section, stacked with Nyonya kueh, Freshly Baked Egg Tart, Opera Hazelnut Cake and more.
Those dining with the littles will be pleased to know that there’s a dedicated Kids Play Area filled with toys and games. There’s even a roving balloon sculptor who’ll create whimsical balloon characters to entertain your children!
Address: 7 Raffles Boulevard, Level 3, Pan Pacific, Singapore 039595
Buffet hours: Sunday 12pm to 3pm
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Edge is not a halal-certified eatery.
One of the top new restaurants in October is popular zi char restaurant Yang Ming Seafood‘s latest eatery at VivoCity. The space takes inspiration from the kelong, which is an offshore structure used by fishermen to catch fish back in the 1960s. The restaurant is situated by the waterfront too, so you get to dine with views of the harbour!
If you don’t mind splurging, go for their signature Crab Stewed Bee Hoon ($11++ per 100g), where bee hoon and sweet crabs are simmered in an umami-packed crab stew. Alternatively, their Fragrant Crispy Rice Crab ($11++ per 100g) is another must-try, if you prefer your crabs served dry. While you’re here, you should also give their Milky Sea Prawns ($28++/$42++/$56++) a go. This outlet-exclusive item features fresh prawns in a creamy sauce, spiked with diced chilli and curry leaves.
Check out our Yang Ming Seafood feature!
Address: 1 Harbourfront Walk, #02-158/159, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm
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Yang Ming Seafood VivoCity is not a halal-certified eatery.
Popular Japanese-inspired cafe ToMo has recently opened its newest cafe at Upper Thomson, following their two existing outlets in Joo Chiat and Neil Road. Taking over the space formerly occupied by Knockhouse Cafe, the spacious eatery features a soothing emerald green theme that mirrors the lush greenery of the neighbourhood it’s in, complemented by plenty of natural sunlight.
ToMo’s Upper Thomson menu comprises rice don and burgers, alongside their popular pastas and waffles. We recommend their Pastrami Don ($21), featuring house-made pastrami on rice, paired with a gooey sous vide egg, yakiniku sauce, and donburi sauce. There’s also Tomo’s Premium Hamburg ($30): Wagyu beef, nacho cheese, spinach, caramelised onions, truffle mayo, and scrambled egg.
Drinks-wise, you’ll find the cafe’s mainstays, including Iced Goma Cloud Latte ($8), Iced Matcha Strawberry Cloud Latte ($8), and Bisukofu Brew Cloud ($8).
Address: 185 Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574333
Opening hours: TBD
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ToMo Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
Previously a home-based business, popular doughnut bakery Kobashi has recently launched a full-fledged cafe: Coffeehouse by Kobashi! Located along South Bridge Road, a six-minute walk from Clarke Quay MRT Station, the new cafe offers their signature sourdough doughnuts in limited quantities, along with a small selection of brunch items.
If you’re feeling hungry, order their Chonky Chix ($23++), where two house-made potato buns sandwich a deep-fried buttermilk chicken thigh and purple cabbage slaw. Otherwise, the Chilled Truffle Capellini ($28++), featuring cold angle hair pasta with truffle oil, scallops, and tobiko, is the perfect pick if you’d like something lighter. You won’t go wrong with their freshly baked doughnuts too, in flavours such as Nutty Rocher ($5.50++) and Brown Butter Maple Cream ($5.80++), crowned with a mini pancake.
Read our Coffeehouse by Kobashi feature.
Address: 79 South Bridge Road, #01-00, Singapore 058709
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 10am to 6pm, Sun 10am to 3pm
Tel: 8893 4814
Website
Coffeehouse by Kobashi is not a halal-certified eatery.
Durian Haus is either the sweetest paradise for durian lovers or the worst nightmare for those who hate the fruit. This new cafe in Chinatown serves up a wide selection of drinks and desserts mostly in durian flavour, all at nett prices.
We went down with the sole purpose of trying the Papa Durian Spaghetti ($14.80/$16.80). This durian “pasta” is essentially chendol topped with durian puree that looks like spaghetti. Take a scoop, and you’ll realise how smooth and buttery the Musang King puree is! When you’re almost done with the puree, give everything a good mix for a delicious combination of coconut and durian.
Coffee lovers must also get their Papa Musang King Durian White Coffee Ice ($7.20). This drink is a good blend of gao and creamy, with strong notes of durian followed by the familiar flavour of Nanyang kopi.
Read our Durian Haus review.
Address: 59 Temple Street, Singapore 058604
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 9pm
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Durian Haus is not a halal-certified eatery.
Marymount Bakehouse, a popular sourdough bakery, has shifted their operations to Farrer Park. The new cafe now offers a whole new lineup of hearty brunch fare that’s largely centred around their famous sourdough, including tartines, pies, and pastas.
If you only have room for one item, order the Morel Brocollini Lemon ($22). This new dish stars springy house-made sourdough pasta, charred broccolini, and morel mushrooms, doused in a creamy lemon sauce. We also enjoyed The Basque Tartine ($29), which consisted of sourdough toast topped with a myriad of ingredients: sauteed porcini and chanterelle mushrooms, melted brie, foie gras, two sunny-side ups, and fresh dill. End your meal on a sweet note with their Apple & Rhubarb Custard Pie ($15.90), a four-inch sourdough tart with custard and rhubarb puree, finished with a maple glaze.
Read our Marymount Bakehouse review.
Address: 421 Race Course Road, Singapore 218668
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 9am to 5pm
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Marymount Bakehouse is not a halal-certified eatery.
There’s a new kid on the Orchard block: Chamoon Hot Pot, touted to be China’s largest clear soup hotpot chain! The restaurant has over 30 outlets in China, so you know they’re legit. Their hotpots come in individual servings, making for a more personalised experience. If you’re dining in a group of four, get their Tiger Prawns, Abalone, and Premium Beef Set For 4 ($139.50++).
For those in the mood for something light and nourishing, order their signature Truffle Based Matsutake Mushroom ($9.90++) broth. Otherwise, other popular clear soup flavours include True Morel Mushroom, Mala, and Beauty-Enhancing Papaya Tomato.
Check out our Chamoon Hot Pot review.
Address: 6 Scotts Road, #03-01/02, Scotts Square, Singapore 228209
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6258 5232
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Chamoon Hot Pot is not a halal-certified eatery.
Bookmark this as one of the top new restaurants in Singapore this October: Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, Japan’s largest gyukatsu specialty restaurant. Located at Raffles City Shopping Centre, the new restaurant specialises in gyukatsu, AKA deep-fried beef cutlets.
If you’re here for the first time, you won’t go wrong with the premium A5 Miyazaki Sirloin Gyukatsu Zen ($55++). This set gets you a buttery slab of Wagyu coated in koromo batter, then fried till medium rare and pink in the middle. The batter is made using a traditional Japanese technique, where beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, and cold water are mixed to form a light and crispy breading. You also get a whole lineup of condiments to pair with your beef, including dashi soy sauce, sansho pepper salt, and gyukatsu sauce, along with a Kyoto-style curry sauce and silky onsen egg. All sets come with rice and soup, too!
Read our Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu review.
Address: 252 North Bridge Road, #B1-63/64, Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore 179103
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
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Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re big on Hainanese curry, you’re in for a treat at CHOMP, a newly opened eatery at Rivervale Plaza. Get their signature Hainanese curry rice drenched in as much curry as you want as they offer it free-flow here. They also have a selection of other well-loved local favourites such as laksa and fishball noodles.
We recommend the Supreme Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice ($6.90), which comes with their super creamy curry, rice, cabbage, a fried egg, and a fried chicken cutlet. And of course, don’t forget to ask for extra servings of their curry! Pair your rice with the foamy drinks from their Iced Boom series such as the Iced Yuan Yang Boom ($4) or YYLO ($4.50). The former is a concoction of teh and kopi, while the latter comes with the addition of MILO.
Read our CHOMP feature!
Address: 118 Rivervale Drive, #01-38, Rivervale Plaza, Singapore 540118
Opening hours: Daily 7:30am to 9pm
Website
CHOMP is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re looking for more new restaurants to visit in October, consider CJ Malatang, a unique glamping-themed eatery located within spitting distance from Beauty World MRT Station. Here, you can bask in the fantasy of eating a piping hot bowl of malatang while camping under the stars.
They have several hotpot soup bases you can choose from, such as Tomato, Curry, and Tom Yum. But their signature is their Malatang broth, which is both comforting and spicy. They charge by the weight here; prices start from just $3 for 100g. They also open till 2am daily, making it the perfect supper spot to satisfy your late-night mala cravings.
Read our CJ Malatang feature.
Address: 21 Cheong Chin Nam Road, Singapore 599745
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 2am
Tel: 9851 5328
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CJ Malatang is not a halal-certified eatery.
Cafe Monochrome, said to be Singapore’s first 2D cafe, has moved from Jalan Besar to Bugis. The new space sports the brand’s usual hand-drawn designs, making every corner a photo-worthy spot.
Food-wise, you can expect brunch staples such as Smoked Salmon Rosti ($21+): crispy rosti, smoked salmon slices, scrambled eggs, and fresh greens. There are also fusion dishes worth trying, including the Laksa Crayfish Udon ($23+), where silky udon noodes are drenched in a lemak laksa sauce, and topped with crayfish. If you’d like something sweet instead, the decadent Biscoff Hotcakes (from $11+) is a great option, featuring fluffy pancakes with crushed Biscoff and ice cream.
Read our Cafe Monochrome feature.
Address: 173 Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189642
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 10am to 9pm
Tel: 92391240
Website
Cafe Monochrome is not a halal-certified eatery.
Fans of Ging Sun Ho no longer have to take a plane for their sheng jian bao fix, as the Hong Kong chain has arrived on our shores. Headed by former singer Oscar Siu, the popular brand has 13 outlets across Hong Kong. They specialise in casual Shanghainese cuisine: think sheng jian bao, pork chop, and dumplings!
Their Signature Pan-Fried Pork Soup Bun ($5.80+) AKA sheng jian bao is a must-try for good reason. These savoury buns are handmade fresh, on-site, and come with a generous pork and soup filling that bursts as soon as you bite into them. We also enjoyed the Ging Sun Ho Dan Dan Noodles ($9.80++), where thin noodles are soaked in a peanutty broth that’s sweet and creamy with a kick of spice. For something to share with the table, you won’t go wrong with their Pork and Chive Wontons in Spicy Sauce ($8++ for six), where dumplings are tossed in a piquant chili oil.
Read our Ging Sun Ho review.
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5, #B1-K17/18, Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Tel: 8802 5426
Website
Ging Sun Ho is not a halal-certified eatery.
Now that you know the best new restaurants to check out in October, time to jio your foodie friends for a meal out!
For more noteworthy food spots to try, read our guide to the best new restaurants in September. Otherwise, check out our guide to the best cafes in the East for brunch.
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