Dining Out with BT: Singapore’s best restaurants for 2025
[SINGAPORE] With the proliferation of restaurants in Singapore, it’s hard to decide which to choose, especially among the newer entrants to the dining scene.
Let The Business Times take away the guesswork with our guide to the best-rated eateries of 2025, all of which were awarded a score of 7 and above by Lifestyle editor Jaime Ee in our Dining Out column. Do remember to check back regularly for new listings – and happy eating!
Note: This article was created with the help of AI summarisation tools. We’ve also included the links to the full reviews of each restaurant. Restaurant details are applicable as of the time they were reviewed.
OMAKASE @ STEVENS
Cuisine: French-influenced modern Japanese
What makes is special: Omakase@Stevens is a new one-Michelin-starred restaurant offering an unexpected fine-dining experience within a mid-range hotel. The welcoming chefs present a meticulously prepared omakase menu, blending high-quality Japanese ingredients with distinct French-inspired techniques for a clean and precise meal.
Read the full review here.
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Don’t forget to try: While there is an attractively priced six-course menu at S$238, all the good stuff is reserved for the S$333 nine-course version – so you might want to consider splurging.
Review rating: 7
Address: 30 Stevens Road, #01-03 Novotel Singapore on Stevens Singapore 257840 Tel: 6735 8282
Opening hours: Mon to Sat (6 pm to 10.30 pm)
ENCORE BY RHUBARB
Cuisine: French
What makes it special: Encore by Rhubarb offers Michelin-level French cooking without the formality or high prices, serving simple, honest dishes in a relaxed bistro setting. Its charm lies in warm hospitality, thoughtful preparation, and excellent value, with affordable set lunches.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The poached toothfish (S$48) – also known as cod – which features a thick, fleshy slice of the fish that comes in an even-tempered tomato-based broth that’s mellow and tangy-sweet, with clams, tender squid and chickpeas for companionship.
Review rating: 7
Address: Encore by Rhubarb 3 Duxton Hill Singapore 089589 Tel: 8127 5001
Opening hours: Mon and Tue, Thu to Sat (12 pm – 2.30 pm; 6.40 pm – 9.30 pm) Closed on Wed and Sun
PIZZERIA VINCENZO CAPUANO
Cuisine: Italian pizza
What makes it special: Vincenzo Capuano’s pizzas stand out for their chewy yet tender crusts, which reheat beautifully without losing their structure – a rare quality that makes them just as satisfying the next day. While the setting can seem chaotic and a bit rushed, the robust, flavour-packed pies, especially the all-cheese versions, more than make up for it.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The signature provole e pepe pizza, which features a generous puddle of melted smoked cheese and crushed tomatoes that comes to life with a drizzle of homemade chilli oil.
Review rating: 7
Address: Pizzeria Vincenzo Capuano #01-12 The Pier at Robertson 80 Mohamed Sultan Road Singapore 239013 Tel: 6485 9153
Opening hours: Daily (12 pm – 3 pm; 6 pm – 11 pm)
PIZZA STUDIO TAMAKI
Cuisine: Japanese-style pizza
What makes it special: PST Singapore offers Tokyo-style Neapolitan pizzas in a minimalist, Japanese-inspired setting. While the starters are hit-or-miss, the pizzas, with their delicate yet firm crusts, live up to the hype and are worth the somewhat rushed dining experience.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The Bismarck pizza – a rich, cheese-based pizza topped with melty mozzarella, mushrooms, pork sausage and a runny egg.
Review rating: 7
Address: Pizza Studio Tamaki 38 Tanjong Pagar Road Singapore 088461 Tel: 8072 9512
Operating hours: Daily: 12 pm – 3.30 pm; 5 pm – 11 pm
DILL
Cuisine: Scandinavian
What makes it special: Dill’s Scandinavian fare surprises with its bold use of fermented, vegetal flavours and authentic ingredients, from brown cheese ice cream to pickled herring puffs. Chef Daniel’s refined yet approachable take makes Nordic cuisine feel fresh and inviting – even to Singaporean palates.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The waffles with loyrom – they’re not the light and airy variety but made with potatoes for a satisfying chewiness, topped with fish roe mixed in cream.
Review rating: 7
Address: Dill 33 Duxton Road Singapore 089497 Tel: 8180-4414
Operating hours: Wed to Sat: 4 pm – 11 pm
MANSION 7
Caption: The Peking Duck at Mansion 7 is well-priced and definitely worth a try. PHOTO: JAIME EE, BT
Cuisine: Chinese
What makes it special: Mansion 7 offers excellent value, along with warm and entertaining service from host Alex, who’s part restaurant manager, part fastest tongue this side of Maxwell Food Centre. The confidently executed Chinese dishes and retro charm make it a surprising but enjoyable dining experience in Tanjong Pagar.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The Peking duck, which is served with thin crepes instead of the usual flour pancakes.
Review rating: 7
Address: 30 Maxwell Road #01-03 Singapore 069114 Tel: 6038-0295
Operating hours: Mon to Fri: 11 am – 3 pm; 5.30 pm – 10 pm Sat and Sun: 9 am – 3 pm; 5.30 pm –10 pm
KEIJO
Cuisine: Japanese (sushi)
What makes it special: Keijo’s sushi stands out for its warm, well-seasoned rice and precise balance with quality seafood. Chef Nakamura’s nuanced touch and consistency make it a strong, value-conscious contender in Singapore’s sushi scene.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: There’s a S$98 lunch set, but you’ll likely be tempted by the fancier (and pricier) options.
Review rating: 7
Address: 76 Bras Basah Road Singapore 189558 Tel: 6338-6131
Operating hours: Mon to Sat: 12 pm – 3 pm; 6 pm – 10.30 pm
BELIMBING
Cuisine: Mod-Sin
What makes it special: Belimbing sets itself apart with chef Marcus Leow’s inventive, fine-dining reinterpretations of Singaporean hawker flavours. Its signature dishes blend local ingredients with modern European touches, offering a thoughtful, genre-bending take on familiar tastes.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The “firefly” squid “rojak”, which features grilled local baby squid in an unlikely toss-up involving fried kailan, jambu, torch ginger and homemade hei-ko.
Review rating: 7
Address: 269A Beach Road Singapore 199546 Tel: 8869-7243 Operating hours: Tue to Sun (12 pm – 3.30 pm; 6 pm – 10.30 pm)
PULSII FRENCH BISTRO
Cuisine: Japanese-influenced French fare
What makes it special: Pulsii serves subtly inventive French fare with a Japanese touch, offering light, well-balanced dishes that quietly impress. Chef Daisuke Yoshikawa’s understated style delivers flavour without heaviness, making the experience unexpectedly satisfying.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The chicken liver mousse – a lively canape of crispy, toasted brioche topped with whipped faux foie gras cream and a sweet apple-raisin mixture spiked with whisky.
Review rating: 7
Address: 55 Tras Street Singapore 078994 Tel: 9689-8407
Operating hours: Mon to Sat (12 pm – 2.15 pm; 6 pm – 11 pm)
IMPERIAL TREASURE HUAIYANG CUISINE
Cuisine: Chinese (Huaiyang)
What makes it special: Imperial Treasure Huaiyang Cuisine offers a refined, approachable take on one of China’s great culinary traditions, featuring balanced flavours with dishes like shredded tofu and Angus beef in sour soup that feel both familiar and surprising.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The turtle steamed in chicken oil, which has a saltiness (from Yunnan ham) that’s evened out by an infusion of Chinese herbs and the sweetness of red dates.
Review rating: 7
Address: Imperial Treasure Huaiyang Cuisine #04-12A Ion Orchard 2 Orchard Turn Singapore 238801 Tel: 6636-9339
Operating hours: Mon to Fri (11.30 am – 3 pm; 6 pm – 11 pm) Sat (11 am – 3 pm; 6 pm – 11 pm)
SUGARRA
Cuisine: Spanish
What makes it special: Sugarra stands out with chef Aitor Gonzalez’s inventive yet balanced take on Spanish cuisine, pairing refined tapitas (small appetisers) and playful twists – like beetroot tartare and cod-filled doughnuts – with warm, personal hospitality that makes the trip to Sentosa worthwhile.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The tasting menu, which comes in four-, six- and nine-course options. With these, you’ll get a generous spread of tapitas that’ll keep you fed and entertained until your main courses arrive.
Review rating: 7
Address: Sugarra Level 1, Hotel Michael Resorts World Sentosa 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269 Tel: 6577 6688
Operating hours: Daily (6 pm – 11 pm)
SPICY MOMENT
Cuisine: Chinese (Hunan)
What makes it special: Spicy Moment delivers fiery yet balanced Hunan dishes, using simple ingredients and seasoning mastery to craft deeply satisfying home-style flavours. Its addictive heat, nostalgic charm, and dishes like smoky century eggs and twice-cooked potatoes make this Duxton Hill eatery a standout for spice lovers.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The peppercorn chicken (if you dare!), which arrives like a minefield of dried chillies that you have to navigate like Super Mario trying not to fall into a crater of doom.
Review rating: 7
Address: 5 Duxton Hill Singapore 089591 Tel: 8068 3598
Operating hours: Tues to Sun (12 pm – 3 pm; 5.30 pm – 11.30 pm)
YONGFU SINGAPORE
Cuisine: Chinese (Ningbo)
What makes it special: YongFu showcases refined Ningbo cuisine with rare dishes like raw marinated crab, fish bone crackers and silky glutinous rice balls. Its subtle flavours, luxurious ingredients and meticulous technique offer a distinctive take on Chinese fine dining rarely seen in Singapore.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The sea cucumber, which is perfectly braised in a subtly sweet, dark soy sauce with softened leeks and a bit of chewy glutinous rice.
Review rating: 7
Address: YongFu Singapore #01-444 Suntec City Mall 3 Temasek Boulevard Singapore 038983 Tel: 8900 8046
Operating hours: Daily (11.30 am – 2.30 pm; 5.30 pm – 9.30 pm)
LATIDO
Cuisine: Colombian
What makes it special: Latido brings Colombian food to life with vibrant flavours, approachable pricing, and a relaxed vibe that avoids fine-dining pretension. Chef Arevalo finally hits his stride, delivering inventive yet familiar dishes rooted in heritage without alienating diners.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The arepa de chocolo y huevo – a sweetcorn cake folded over egg and pork jowl, topped with spicy mayo.
Address: Latido 40 Tras Street Singapore 078979 Tel: 8961-8191
Operating hours: Tues to Sat (12 pm – 3 pm; 6 pm – 10 pm)
ASU
Cuisine: Asian (modern/experimental)
What makes it special: ASU blends Chinese roots with Korean, Thai, and Japanese influences, resulting in original, flavour-driven dishes grounded in chef Ace Tan’s personal journey. It’s refined yet playful, deeply thoughtful but always delicious – a confident showcase of a Singaporean chef finally hitting his stride.
Read the full review here.
Don’t forget to try: The orh luak “crystal ball” – a glossy kuzu dumpling filled with oysters and packing a chilli-vinegar punch.
Review rating: 8
Address: ASU 30 Labrador Villa Road Singapore 119189 Tel: 8084 0660
Operating hours: Wed to Sun (6 pm – 11 pm)
Our ratings system
- 10: The ultimate dining experience
- 9-9.5: Sublime
- 8-8.5: Excellent
- 7-7.5: Good to very good
- 6-6.5: Promising
- 5-5.5: Average
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