The CBD has dining options aplenty, and Telok Ayer is no exception. If it’s hawker food you want, you’ve got Lau Pa Sat and Amoy Street Food Centre to satisfy. Else, if you’re looking for a casual eatery, especially if it’s for brunch or good coffee, Telok Ayer’s cafes are dime a dozen. Finally, if you’re sussing out a Telok Ayer restaurant for a formal meal, like a business meeting, then we’ve got you covered. Here’s our guide to the best Telok Ayer restaurants a stone’s throw away from Telok Ayer MRT Station to help you along.
Just a four-minute walk away from Telok Ayer MRT Station is Kulto, a Spanish restaurant run by a Spaniard. Kulto is perfect for your business meetings because it’s quiet, and they also have a value-for-money lunch set. Starting from $38++, the set includes a starter, a main, and a dessert. For starters, you can choose from their Organic Tomato Salad, Salmon Tartare, or add $10 to get Prawns in Garlic Oil, Dried Chilli, and Hummus. For mains, you’re able to get their signature Seafood Paella or top up $10 for the Beef Rib-eye Steak. Reservations are recommended to ensure that you get a seat!
Address: 87 Amoy Street, Singapore 069906
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12pm to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 9620 5626
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Kulto is not a halal-certified eatery.
Oumi is a modern Japanese restaurant located on the 51st floor of CapitaSpring five minutes away from from Telok Ayer MRT Station. You can choose from their Three-Course ($65++) or Four-Course ($80++) lunch sets. For both, you’ll get one starter, a main dish, and a dessert, with mains including Kuro Buta, Teppanyaki Chicken, and Gindara Misoyak. At $5++ per pax, you also get their refillable House Japanese Tea.
Address: 88 Market Street, #51-01, CapitaSpring, Singapore 048948
Opening hours: Mon-Fri, 11:30am to 2:30pm, 6pm to 11pm, Sat 11:30am to 3pm, 6pm to 11pm, Sun 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 9pm
Tel: 9837 8248
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Oumi is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Napoleon Wine Bistro offers a value-for-money lunch set that includes a variety of authentic French dishes. Prices range from $27++ to $35++ for their mains, where you can get traditional French food such as black truffle risotto and wagyu beef tartare. You also have the option to add on $6 to get their desserts, such as creme brulee and affogato. If mid-day desserts are not your thing, you can top up $3.50 to get a cup of coffee or tea. Besides food, Napoleon Wine Bistro also offers a huge selection of wines which are directly imported from renowned French Chateaux and Domaines, perfect for avid fans of French wine!
Address: 206 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068641
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 12pm to 2:15pm, 6pm to 10:30pm, Sat 6pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 6221 9282
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Napoleon Wine Bistro is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Situated on the 70th floor of Swissotel The Stamford is Skai, a contemporary grill restaurant that jaw-dropping views of Singapore’s skyline. Soak in said view as you enjoy their Two-Course set at $50++, available only on weekdays. They also offer a Three-Course set at $60++ that is available daily. For both sets, you’ll get to choose from a variety of Japanese-inspired dishes such as Hamachi Tartare or Duck Breast. Add on $12 to get a glass of house wine, sparkling wine, or any cocktail. Reservations are recommended to ensure you get a seat.
Address: 2 Stamford Road, #70-02, Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore 178882
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 2:30pm, 3pm to 5pm, 6pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 6431 6156
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Skai is not a halal-certified eatery.
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The Prince has one of the most affordable lunch sets on this list, priced at just $32++ per person for a four-course meal. Serving Middle Eastern cuisine, their four-course meal includes kebabs with your choice of filling, a cashew hummus dip, a choice of appetiser, and dessert to end your meal. You can also add $15 to enjoy a glass of wine. Try their Grilled Chicken Kebab if you’re into more piquant flavours as this contains traditional Middle-Eastern spices that complement the juicy chicken kebab superbly.
Address: 48 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079317
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 12am
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The Prince is not a halal-certified eatery.
Artemis Grill & Sky Bar is the place to go if you want to impress your guests with Mediterranean food and gorgeous views of the CBD. They have two set lunches available: Two-Course Set at $55++ and Three-Course Set at $62++. Since you can choose what dish to have for theses sets, we recommend their popular Potato Gnocchi and Fjord Trout, or top up $16 to get their Angus Beef Striploin. For beverages, take your pick from their extensive sky bar menu, with items such as cocktails (from $22++), draft beers (from $13++), or their house-made originals (from $22++). Artemis is also located right outside Telok Ayer MRT Station, making it a convenient option for your business lunches.
Do note that reservations are required!
Address: 138 Market Street, #40-01, CapitaGreen, Singapore 048946
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
Tel: 6635 8677
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Artemis Grill & Sky Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Umami10 is a restaurant located four minutes away from Telok Ayer MRT Station that serves European-influenced Japanese cuisine. They have an affordable lunch menu—for $20++, you can get main dishes such as Grilled Salmon Don, Vongole Pasta, or Salmon Sashimi Don. You can also add $8 to get their set meal, which includes a soup of the day, a salad, and dessert. If you want to impress your guests, opt for the 7-Course Omakase Set at $78++ per pax. Do note that reservations are required for the Omakase set, and it is only available on weekdays.
Address: 163 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068616
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 10:30pm, Sat 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 6513 5789
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Umami10 is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Hidden in Far East Square, CAPASSO is an Italian restaurant that exudes a homely vibe. We recommend getting Today’s Lunch Set at $48++ per person, which gets you the popular Tagliatelle con Ragu AKA braised beef ragu or Risotto with Squid Ink and Scallops.
CAPASSO also offers diners a 5-Course Executive Lunch Set at $88++ per person. You can choose from more options here, such as the Controfilleto AKA Wagyu striploin or the Tagliolini Alle Cozze that comes with mussels, tomatoes and white wine.
For those who prefer a quiet atmosphere for discussing business matters, this restaurant also has a private dining room and a VIP lounge room. Reservations are required beforehand, though!
Address: 163 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068616
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12pm to 3pm, 5pm to 1am
Tel: 8819 3306
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CAPASSO is not a halal-certified eatery.
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This Latin-European restaurant in Raffles Place offers breathtaking views of the CBD, the Singapore River, and even the Padang. Sol & Luna is another prime spot for casual business meetings, with lunch sets priced from $42++ per person for a Two-Course Meal, and $48++ per person for a Three-Course Meal. Diners will get to savour the restaurant’s yummy mains, including their popular House-Made Raviolini. You can also top up $14++ for the Wood-Fired Wagyu Steak ‘Bavette’ (200gms), accompanied by roasted potatoes, arugula, parmigiano, and Chimichurri Sauce.
Address: 88 Market Street, #17-01, CapitaSpring, Singapore 048948
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 11pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 11pm
Tel: 8031 4316
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Sol & Luna is not a halal-certified eatery.
Indulge in Latin American food with your guests at Bacata. Priced at $68++ per person, their Executive Set Lunch entitles you to a five-course meal that includes the restaurant’s popular items, such as the Tiradito AKA raw cod liver and Pulpo AKA octopus. We recommend adding $38 for their Arroz Caldoso, which consists of caviar, rice, smoked eel, and uni. End your meal off with their Plantanitos con Queso, a dessert dish created with sweet plantain, rum, dates, and burrata. Do note that reservations are required!
Address: 128 Cecil Street, #03-01/02, Fraser Tower, Singapore 069547
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 9:30pm
Tel: 6904 5686
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Bacata is not a halal-certified eatery.
Telok Ayer is home to many restaurants of various cuisines. There’s definitely something for everyone, so bring your guests here the next time you have a business meeting!
In related news, check out our Raffles Place food guide for more options around the area. Otherwise, we’ve also got our round-up for the best CBD set lunches and restaurants with private rooms options for business meetings that require more privacy.
Feature image adapted from @bacata.sg, Khoo Min, @oumi.sg, Richard Lau, Lucas Neo, and Kulto
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