More often that not, we would neglect our breakfast in the morning during weekdays because we need that extra few minutes in bed before preparing for work. Most of us simply grab a cuppa and go.

Therefore, having a nutritious and fulfilling lunch is very important to keep us going throughout the day. And where else better to go during lunch hour than the trendiest restaurants in town for their lunchtime set lunches?

These places are great for holding business lunch meetings with your clients, celebrating an occasion with your colleagues or even at times when you just feel like giving yourself a treat.

You will be spoilt for choice with these 11 Best Set Lunches in Singapore. Bon appétit!

#1 CORNER HOUSE

Recently awarded with 1 Michelin Star, Corner House offers a Business Luncheon for its guests. A 3-course lunch set goes for S$58++ which incorporates 1 starter, 1 main and 1 dessert. Top up S$6 to upgrade your main dish for a M6 Australian Wagyu Beef or an additional S$10 to make it a 4-course experience.

Singapore Botanic Gardens
1 Cluny Road
E J H Corner House
Singapore 259569
Tel: +65 6469 1000
Tue to Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6.30pm – 11pm
Sun: 11.30am – 3pm, 6.30pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

#2 FORLINO, ONE FULLERTON

This waterfront restaurant is offering a 3-course Business Set Lunch Menu and 4-course Executive Set Lunch Menu, with the latter priced at S$88++. The Executive Set Lunch Menu gives you the option of topping up an additional S$10 for a glass of Prosecco, Pinot Grigio or Cabernet Sauvignon.

1 Fullerton Road
#02-06 One Fullerton
Tel: +65 6690 7564
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

#3 GOLDEN PEONY, CONRAD CENTENNIAL SINGAPORE

A 6-course set lunch menu goes for S$48++ and you are given 1 starter, 1 double-boiled soup, 1 side, 1 main, 1 dessert and 1 drink. Visitors can top up additional amounts to get the premium sets offered by the restaurant. With four other set menus for you to choose from and a vegetarian option, you are sure to find one that you like!

2 Temasek Blvd, Level 3
Conrad Centennial Singapore Hotel
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6334 8888
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Sun: 10.30am – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

#4 IL CIELO RESTAURANT, HILTON SINGAPORE

A 3-course Italian set lunch at Il Cielo Restaurant is going at S$35++, which entitles you to 1 starter, 1 main course and 1 dessert.  The restaurant has a weekly rotational set lunch menu for more options. Visitors can opt for coffee or tea.

Hilton Singapore
Level 24
581 Orchard Road
Singapore 238883
Tel: +65 6730 3395
Lunch (Mon to Fri): 12pm – 2.30pm
Dinner (Daily): 7pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard Road

#5 JOIE RESTAURANT BY DOZO

The 6-course set lunch is priced at S$38.80++ which gives you 1 starter, 1 side dish, 1 soup, 1 main dish, 1 dessert and 1 drink. Interesting dishes to look out for are the Polenta Castle, Hedgehog Summer Mushroom and Grill Bai-Ling Steak on “Pu-Ye” Hot Stone.

181 Orchard Road
#12-01 Orchard Central
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6838 6966
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

#6 MITZO

Known for dishing out stunning Cantonese-style dishes and artisanal dim sum, Mitzo at Grand Park Orchard is one of our favourite Chinese restaurants in Singapore.

During lunch, Mitzo has a 3-course dim sum lunch at S$28++/pax which includes double-boiled soup, trio dim sum selections (2pcs each) and a dessert. For the dim sum selection, you can choose from items such as Shrimp Dumpling with Black Caviar, Charcoal Barbecued Pork Bun, Crispy Duck Roll and Escargot Cheese Puff.

Level 4 Grand Park Orchard
270 Orchard Road
Singapore 238857
Tel: +65 6603 8855
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 12am last order
Fri to Sun, Public Holiday and Eve of Public Holidays: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 1am last order
Nearest Station: Orchard/Somerset

#7 POLLEN

Set inside Gardens By The Bay, the posh restaurant is against the panoramic scenes of Marina Bay. A 3-course lunch set at Pollen costs S$55++ and you get to feast on 1 starter, 1 main and 1 dessert. The mains in the menu include Black Angus beef skirt, Patagonian toothfish, Angus short ribs and Beetroot risotto.

18 Marina Gardens Drive
01-09, Flower Dome
Singapore 018953
Tel: +65 6604 9988
Daily: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm -10pm
Nearest Station: Bayfront

#9 THE WHITE RABBIT

Whimsical restaurant The White Rabbit has a 3-course set lunch at S$42++, and this includes 1 starter, 1 main and 1 dessert. You are in for a treat with choices such as Alaskan King Crab Tagliatelle, King Oyster Mushroom Pasta, Ocean Trout and more. Top up S$8 to get the prized Challans Duck Breast. A glass of Lis Neris “San Lorenzo” Pinot Grigio 2013, Friuli El Brindis by Franck Massard 2012 or Monsanto can be yours for an additional S$10.

39C Harding Road
Singapore 249541
Tel: +65 6473 9965
Tue to Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30 – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 10.30am – 3pm, 6.30 – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Queenstown

#10 TIPPLING CLUB

Known for its exquisite fine dining experience, Tippling Club offers a 3-course lunch set for S$60++ which comprises 1 starter, 1 main and 1 dessert. Take your pick between the Quail & Foie Gras Ballotine, Pan Roasted Red Snapper and others. An additional S$18++ will entitle you to a glass of house wine.

38 Tanjong Pagar Road
Singapore 088461
Tel: +65 6475 2217
Lunch (Mon to Fri): 12pm – 3pm
Dinner (Mon to Sat): 6pm – late
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

#11 WOOLOOMOOLOO STEAKHOUSE, SWISSÔTEL THE STAMFORD SINGAPORE

An Executive Set Lunch menu is available at Wooloomooloo Steakhouse from S$40++ onwards. It is a weekly 3-course set lunch that features their chef’s creations and the menu rotates every week.

Swissôtel The Stamford Singapore
3rd Floor
2 Stamford Road
Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6338 0261
Mon to Sun: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

#12 ZAFFERANO

Zafferano is a fantastic place to kick back and relax with delicious Italian fare and stunning views of the Singapore landscape. There are two set lunch options: 2-course set lunch at S$42 and 3-course set lunch at S$52.

Ocean Financial Centre
Level 43
10 Collyer Quay
Singapore 049315
Tel: +65 6509 1488
Lunch (Mon to Fri): 11.30am – 3pm
Dinner (Mon to Wed): 5.30pm – 11.45pm
Dinner (Thu to Sat): 5.30pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

Xperience sits within the luxurious Sofitel So Singapore which is strategically located in the Central Business District (CBD) of Singapore.

The modern European restaurant is helmed by one of Singapore’s youngest and most charming executive chef, Trevor Paulo, who has a flair for recreating western classics with interesting local twists that has surely captured our hearts.

Chef Trevor Paulo’s unique culinary creations have successfully pushed the boundaries of traditional French cuisine, where his dishes have impressed even reputable 3-Michelin Starred Chefs such as Chef Christophe Muller and Chef Hideaki Matsuo. Despite all the glorious achievements, Chef Trevor remains down-to-earth and enjoys interacting with all his guests.

The next time you are in the CBD or need some surprises in your life, head down to Sofitel So Singapore’s Xperience Restaurant to experience Chef Trevor’s new menu. You will be in for a great time, we promise.

With its open-kitchen concept, it allows diners to catch the gastronomic team in action. Of course, Chef Trevor will be there to chat with you about his dishes, or about anything at all!

Xperience Restaurant is also an ideal venue for business luncheons and romantic date nights. We’ve been there on numerous occasions, and our favourite mood has to be dinner time, where the CBD crowd is non-existent, and the whole restaurant transforms into a sexy and intimate space for you to kick off your shoes, and simply relish the night with your date.

Every starter at Xperience Restaurant is truly a showstopper and the Spanner Crab (S$24++) is our favourite one among them all.

The fresh crustacean – integrated with wasabi mayonnaise – is garnished with edible flower petals, green herbs and seaweed crackers. The different textures of flavours had us devouring the entire entrée within seconds.

Poached Sweet Prawns (S$26++) is yet another stunning creation by Chef Trevor. The refreshing layers consist of fresh Granny Smith apple slices alternating with poached sweet prawns that are marinated with homemade ponzu.

Every mouthful packs a satisfying punch and we love how gorgeous it is plated with bonito flakes and pink edible floral petals. The precise ingredients vary according to season, so do expect a few tweaks here and there!

The Home Cured Salmon (S$24++) looks simple, but what do you know! Much effort has been channeled into attaining the fish’s overall superb taste and texture profile. Served with dollops of whipped yoghurt infused crème fraîche, fried capers, tobiko roe coated with gold powder, mirin pickled onions and almond truffle soil-looking earthy crumble, this dish is in fact a complicated one with varying flavours.

Just like that, Chef Trevor has redefined cured salmon. Impressive.

The Grilled Pork Pressa (S$36++) stole all the limelight with its delicious well-marbled meat. The prime pork cut has been marinated in duck fat and roasted over chargrill to medium rare doneness; the meat was so creamy and flavourful that everyone on the table did a double take and thought it was beef instead.

The smoky pork is complemented with asparagus, capsicum honey purée, pumpkin tuile, shallot confit and vanilla pumpkin purée. Such a colourful dish that reflects elements of winter and rusticness of all sorts.

We have two other mains to love and share.

The ‘Curried’ Lamb Shoulder confit (S$35++) utilizes the cut that extends to the neck. Marinated in a myriad of spices, the meat is sous-vide for 36 hours to achieve a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

The lamb main is then complemented with carrot purée, fresh peas and goat cheese crumble. Love the play of flavours and colours using vegetables to tone down the gaminess of the meat.

The Braised Short Rib (S$35++) is another stellar highlight of Xperience Restaurant’s new menu. The fork-tender braised beef short rib is robust in flavour, and is further enhanced with Bordelaise sauce, green tea purée, roasted baby beetroot and three knob celery cubes.

Fun fact about the celeriac in case you are brushing it off already – each celeriac is cooked and presented in a different flavour – namely grilled salt, smoked salt and Vadouvan – so that every bite is a surprise.

Just when you think the show is only on the entrées and mains, wait till you see the desserts. Chef Trevor and his pastry chef will make you rethink Xperience Restaurant’s already popular desserts with his innovation and brilliance; they are works of art to say the least.

The Araguani Chocolate Dome (S$22++) is a theatrical crowd pleaser, where lukewarm pistachio and vanilla bean crémeux is poured over the sphere, and voila! The 72% dark chocolate sphere opens in a dramatic manner, revealing the Madagascar vanilla and hazelnut praline ice-cream inside.

For an exotic tropical dessert, we highly recommend the ‘Flexi’ Coconut Ganache (S$19++).

This visually stunning deconstructed treat features flexible coconut agar-infused gelatine, and is accompanied with chilli-marinated pineapple slices, noisette butter chip and artisanal goreng pisang ice-cream. The ice-cream is made from scratch with local pisang barangan bananas, a local twist done with European flair.

The Tasmanian Pepper Meringue Spike (S$20++) is the prettiest of the lot, and is definitely Vogue-worthy. The dome comprises basil cream, greek yogurt, olive oil sponge, roasted persimmon ice-cream and tomato jam.

Dressed in attention-grabbing blue and white meringue spikes, this dessert stole our hearts and we will totally return to Xperience Restaurant just for it.

These 9 dishes executed with masterly finesse are a great representation of what diners can anticipate at Sofitel So Singapore’s Xperience Restaurant.

Each dish is a photogenic masterpiece that Chef Trevor proudly presents, and if you have the chance to grab Chef Trevor, speak to him. He always has stories about his food and inspirations to share, and his passion for culinary is burning through every word. We are nothing short of impressed by him.

For the latest updates, go to Sofitel So Singapore’s website and like them on Facebook and Instagram.

Xperience Restaurant
35 Robinson Road
Sofitel So Singapore, Level 1
Singapore 068876
Tel: +65 6701 6800
Daily: 6.30am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place/Telok Ayer

This post is brought to you by Sofitel So Singapore.

Violet Herbs is what we call an alternative dating spot if you want to do away with the crowd and pretentious vibes at posh establishments.

Conveniently located at Tanjong Pagar, this modern semi-fine dining restaurant is within walking distance from the train station. The restaurant occupies the entire three stories of the shophouse unit along Tras Street – with the first two floors for dining, and a rooftop herb garden where fresh produce are used for the cooking.

Helmed by Chef Edward Hoe, Violet Herbs is one of the most underrated restaurants in Singapore that offers splendid 3-course set lunches (S$33+/pax) and 4-course set dinners (S$58+/pax) at very decent prices that feature high quality and intricate plating.

The main courses are also nothing short of impressive. Mark Violet Herbs down – it should be your next romantic lunch/ dinner spot.

Chef Edward Hoe runs the show in Violet Herbs’ kitchen. He who was part of the pioneer team that spearheaded Restaurant Ember has 20 years of culinary experience, and at Violet Herbs, traces of familiarity are evident from the restaurant’s star dishes. Chef Edward was the head chef in The 2nd Floor-The American Club, as well as Greenwood Fish Market & Bistro.

SOUPS & APPETISERS

The menu boasts a good range of appetisers that include both hearty and light options. Lighter options include the Basil Pesto Salad (S$18) and one that we thoroughly enjoyed – Pistachio & Herb Crusted Scallops (S$18).

The scallops were wonderfully plump and we liked the textural distinction between the soft juicy scallop flesh and the crunchy outer layer of pistachio and herbs. The dish is complete with tasty butternut pumpkin puree, bisque gel, parma potato chip and chocolate soil. This dish deserves a star for its presentation too!

Guess what we love most about Violet Herbs’ appetisers? The variety of foie gras options from Roasted & Poached Foie Gras (S$24) and Truffle Foie Gras (S$26).

We are usually unimpressed with lobster bisques because they are more often than not fishy or artificially flavoured. But the Lobster Cappuccino & Brandy (S$16) at Violet Herbs is easily the best we’ve tasted in recent times.

The bisque was so intensely flavoured – the sheer sweetness of fresh lobster coupled with brandy is a feat in itself. With every scoop, we became more and more addicted. This is one stellar soup.

ALL THE MAINS TO LOVE

With so many interesting mains to choose from, it will be one of those I-can’t-decide-because-I-want-everything-from-the-menu moments. We started with Violet Herbs’ bestseller – the Marinated Red Miso Cod (S$39). It is an a la carte main, but can be a top-up option in the dinner menu.

The cod cooked to a glistening glory with a miso marinate was spot-on. With a side of roasted pumpkin puree, almond eggplant and some dehydrated parsnip chips, this stunning dish is a combination of healthy veggie goodness and fresh white fish presented in varying textures and colours.

Even if you are not the biggest fan of lamb, we still urge you to try the Colorado Lamb Rack (S$48). Of course, besides the fantastic medium-rare cook on the lamb, it was the simple marination itself that made it so tasty with every bite.

It also comes with mini pistachio foie gras roulades that you can choose to eat with the meat to cut the richness.

Duck Confit is something we have to try if we see it on a menu, and of course, we tried the one at Violet Herbs. The Sous Vide Duck Confit (S$36) has a crackling outer crust and the most tender duck meat inside.

The duck jus reduction that accompanied the duck was just right. We also liked how the duck confit is placed atop a bed of rustic vegetables of herb potatoes and sautéed baby spinach.

Feeling really hungry or looking for something hearty? The Sous Vide 48 Hours Wagyu Beef Cheek is for those who are after something more robust.

The beef is fork tender, has a sweet red wine glaze, and is jazzed up with Sardinian fregola sarda and zucchini spheres.

In the pasta menu, you can find dishes such as Homemade Butternut Squash Gnocchi (S$42) and Lobster Risotto & Fregola Sarda (S$44).

These aside, you should go for the Ebi Angel Hair Pasta (S$38) if it is your first trip to Violet Herbs. The pasta is cooked to a beautiful al dente, then tossed in lobster essence, rayu oil and bird eye chilli (or as we call it, chilli padi). Using only premium air-flown Japanese sakura ebi, the pinkish-red dried shrimps are sweet and crispy. That’s all we need for our pasta, really.

SWEET TREATS

Some desserts to expect here include Yam Strudel (S$12), Chef’s Special Tiramisu (S$16) and Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake (S$16).

However, our heart was stolen by the Frozen Nougat (S$14). The dessert comes with little bits of lychee sorbet all around that complements the nougat with varying sweetness.

Also, being huge fans of chocolate-anything mean we couldn’t miss the Valrhona Chocolate Fondant (S$16).

The surprise of this dessert lies in the fact that it comes with truffle oil – an unexpected ingredient that actually makes the dessert even more fragrant.

VALUE-FOR-MONEY SET MENUS

Violet Herbs has superb set menus for lunch that is priced at S$33 per person, and that includes a total of three courses.

To sample Chef Edward’s signature foie gras dishes, you have the option to upgrade your set menu appetiser to a foie gras (+S$7) of choice. It is little wonder Violet Herbs is such a popular lunch spot, especially for business luncheons. Such value for money; we can all do away with the lunch hour rush and noise everywhere else, and embrace the cosiness of Violet Herbs with an intimate lunch.

Dinner degustation menus begin from S$58 per person. Now, that is practically impossible if you want some fine dining. A typical main at fine dining establishments would usually start from S$40 already! But at Violet Herbs, the degustation menus begin from S$58 for a 4-course meal.

EVENTS AND PARTIES

If you are looking to host your events and/or plan your company gatherings here, you can also have a menu personalised for you. Private rooms are also available, else if all else fails, we say book the entire second level – which is the prettiest spot at Violet Herbs that is more than befitting for events of all sorts.

For more information and reservations, call +65 6221 3988.

Violet Herbs
81 Tras Street
Tanjong Pagar Conservation Area
Singapore 079020
Tel: +65 6221 3988
Mon to Sat: 11:30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

This post is brought to you by Violet Herbs.

After all the Christmas feasting, how about a break from European meats and turning to an elegant Japanese meal to welcome the New Year instead? Located on the 4th level of luxurious hotel Pan Pacific Singapore is award-winning Keyaki Japanese Restaurant; indulge in a sumptuous selection of sukiyaki, sashimi and signature teppanyaki.

Keyaki is defying traditions and sticking to what they do best – authentic Japanese food without a premium price tag.

And readers of ladyironchef will enjoy a generous discount of 25% off lunch on 31 Dec 2015 as well as 15% off lunch on 01 Jan 2016 to 10 Jan 2016 when you quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making a reservation or when you flash this post upon payment.

Surrounded by a tranquil Japanese garden and koi pond, Keyaki is a befitting location for a quiet celebration. At this 146-seater establishment, choose from private Tatami rooms, Western dining rooms or watch the chef in action upfront at the teppanyaki counter seats; those are our favourite!

Just for our readers, enjoy 25% off your total bill for lunch at Keyaki on Thursday, 31 Dec 2015. This means you can savour the Kaze Teppanyaki Prix Fixe – which comprises an amuse bouche, salad, steamed egg custard, beef sirloin/fillet, prawns, scallop, salmon, white fish, sautéed vegetables, fried rice, miso soup, pickles and dessert – at S$105++ instead of the standard price S$140++.

Isn’t that a pretty neat deal, especially when it is New Year’s Eve?

And if you already have lunch plans on New Year’s Eve, you still have reasons to dine at Keyaki. An exclusive generous 15%* discount is applicable for lunch from 01 Jan 2016 to 10 Jan 2016.

Similarly, all you have to do is to quote ‘ladyironchef’ upon making a reservation or flash this post upon payment.

Keyaki’s tranquil location within a Japanese garden and authentic cuisine sure reminded us of great times in Japan when we had nothing but good Japanese food.

* Excludes Weekend Bubbly Brunch, New Year’s Day set lunch and a la carte items.

Keyaki Japanese Restaurant
Pan Pacific Singapore
Level 4, 7 Raffles Blvd
Singapore 039595
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / celebrate.sin@panpacific.com
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

This post is brought to you by Pan Pacific Singapore.

Having a lovely meal while enjoying a fantastic view of the Quayside Isle’s marina; that is the winning formula for an enjoyable lunch. Now, what if we tell you that a stellar lunch here can go for less than S$25?

If you had your initial doubts about the price tag of dining at Quayside Isle, you need not to anymore. For less than S$25, you can grab a great lunch here with so many options to choose from. Greek food? Burgers? North Indian food? Quayside Isle provides an eclectic mix of different cuisine types from all around the world.

Here are 10 Affordable Lunch Options at Quayside Isle for Under S$25, so you have no reason to not make a trip down for a quiet afternoon or two. Or more.

#1 &MADE BURGER BISTRO L’ENTRECÔTE EXPRESS

&Made Burger Bistro might be a new addition to the enclave of restaurants at Quayside Isle, but is definitely no stranger to those in the know. Previously located in town, the diner has now moved to Sentosa Cove and is still serving mouthwatering gourmet burgers at affordable prices. The ‘B’ Burger (S$19) is the most popular item on the menu, featuring a succulent dry-aged beef patty topped with caramelised onions, French comté, caper and garlic mayo.

There are two other tantalising options priced under S$25 too, namely the &Made Beef Burger (S$16) and the Los Amigos (S$23). The former comprises a juicy beef patty, fresh lettuce, onions, cucumber pickles, garlic and caper mayo; the latter is a delectable dry-aged beef patty served with capsicums, double cheese jalapeños and spicy guacamole.

31 Ocean Way
#01-03 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6690 7570
Daily: 12pm – 12 midnight

#2 COVE STADIUM

Cove Stadium is for all the sports enthusiasts out there. With huge plasma screens showing the latest sports hustles, lunch here sounds fun already. We were amazed while skeptical about a sports bar and restaurant serving Fish Head Curry but all our doubts were washed away after the first taste of this flavourful curry. IT. WAS. SO. GOOD.

Guess what? A small portion of this (good for 1-2 pax) goes for only S$21! If this curry is not your thing, you may opt for their signature Cove’s Chilli Dog (S$22) if you prefer something just as substantial. And also, all their salads are under S$25 too.

31 Ocean Way
#01-04/05 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6734 0530
Daily: 12pm – 1am

#3 EARL OF HINDH

Earl of Hindh brands itself as a semi-fine dining Indian restaurant, focusing on North Indian fare. If you are curious as to whether the restaurant has anything under S$25, they do!

A great lunch option would be the Gobhi Ke Shammi Kabab (S$20) and half portions of the curries and meats – Dhaba Chicken Curry (S$17) and Rogan Josh (S$18). The latter is a tasty lamb dish – also our favourite – that is best eaten with white rice or naan. Don’t belittle the portion for it is honestly pretty filling.

31 Ocean Way
#01-16 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6681 6694
Tue to Fri: 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 12.30pm – 11pm
Closed on Mon

#4 KITH CAFÉ

Kith Café boasts a total of three outlets across sunny Singapore but it is their branch in Sentosa Cove that stole our hearts. With an amazing view of the tranquil yacht harbour and a comprehensive brunch menu that is available till 5pm, Kith Café is indeed a wonderful venue to unwind at with friends and family over a table of good coffee and food.

The Kith Super Salad (S$16) is a nourishing dish that packs a punch in every bite. The healthy salad – consisting of kale, quinoa, feta, crunchy greens, blueberries, cherry tomatoes, walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted garlic and tahini dressing – comes customisable with protein add-ons for a heartier alternative. We love this so much. Other tasty mains include the Smoked Salmon & Scrambled Eggs (S$20) and Roasted Beef Wrap (S$20).

31 Ocean Way
#01-08 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6734 9007
Mon, Wed to Sun: 8am – 10pm
Closed on Tue

#5 MISKA CAFÉ

This relaxing café has an inviting interior dominated by Mediterranean colours, and it is one of those places where you should kick off your shoes for a laid-back afternoon. They have several lunch options here that range from light to heavy selections, and prices are really reasonable.

The Baked Cypriot Halloumi (S$18) is a light option of lightly charred halloumi cheese that is so flavourful and addictive. For fuller portions, choose from the Seafood Pasta (S$24) that features a medley of ocean treasures tossed ala Marina style, or Chicken Kebab Wrap (S$21).

31 Ocean Way
#01-07 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6339 0903
Mon, Thu & Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Tue, Sat & Sun: 9am – 11pm
Closed on Wed

#6 MYKONOS ON THE BAY

Stepping into Mykonos On The Bay is like being transported to Mykonos in Greece. Everything is blue and white, bright and colourful; just like how it would be at Mykonos. The food here is fully authentic, and to quote the restaurant owner, their food is “better than the same items in Greece”.

Thankfully, he did not oversell himself, because everything we had was perfect. We really couldn’t pick on anything even if we had wanted to! For options under S$25, pick the Greek Salad (S$22.90) or the Spankopita (S$22.90), both delightful representations of true blue Greek food.

31 Ocean Way
#01-10 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6334 3818
Mon to Wed: 6pm – 10.30pm
Thu & Fri: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 10.30pm

#7 NOTE DI SICILIA

Note di Sicilia has been commonly overlooked as a gelateria, but is in fact also a bar and a restaurant! The restaurant specialises in Sicilian dishes that will have you instantly teleported to the Mediterranean. For a substantial meal, choose the Spaghetti Parmigiano (S$22) or Gnocchi Gorgonzola (S$21).

Those with smaller appetites should order the traditional Fresh Burrata (S$24) served with roma tomatoes, olive oil and tapenade. For first-timers, this classic traditional entree is made from cream and mozzarella, hence giving a solid outer case with soft creamy insides. Note di Sicilia’s Melon Parme (S$14) and Swordfish Carpaccio (S$22) are equally delicious too!

31 Ocean Way
#01-09 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 8168 4341
Mon to Thu, Sun: 2pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 10.30pm

#8 QUAYSIDE FISH BAR & BISTRO

This name is no stranger to seafood lovers. Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro is where fresh seafood is flown in daily for all their patrons. A plus point of dining here is, of course, the stunning view of the marina both in the afternoon and at night.

Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro has many options available under S$25 and these include Steak of the Sea Burger (S$22), Seafood Caesar Salad (S$18), Seafood Roll (S$24) and Halibut and Chips (S$24). If we had to choose, we would go for the fish and chips as it is Tiger Beer-battered with a side of wasabi-infused yuzu shoyu and tartare.

From Tuesdays to Fridays, Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro also offers its executive set lunches (choose from either 2-course or 3-course set).

31 Ocean Way
#01-11Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6268 8633
Mon: 5.30pm – 12 midnight
Tue to Thu: 12pm – 12 midnight
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 10am – 1am
Sun: 10am – 12 midnight

#9 SABIO BY THE SEA, TAPAS BAR & GRILL

Spanish food lovers have to visit Sabio By The Sea, Tapas Bar & Grill for their decadent 3-course set lunch! Their weekday set lunch is available from 12pm – 3pm on Thursdays and Fridays, priced at an unbelievable price of S$23. Start your sumptuous feast with an entree of cold cuts platter, mushroom soup or vegetarian salad.

Choose from one of the three available mains – Mixed Grilled Vegetables with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Gambas “Pil Pil” or Pincho Moruno (Grilled Chicken with Roasted Garlic & Melted Manchego Cheese) and end your meal on a high note with the decadent churros or rice pudding. Each set lunch also comes with a serving of hot coffee or tea.

31 Ocean Way
#01-02 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6690 7568
Mon to Wed: 3pm – 10.30pm
Thu: 12pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10.30pm

#10 SOLEPOMODORO

SolePomodoro is an Italian trattoria known for their pastas and pizzas. Start your lunch with an appetiser of Calamari Fritters (S$18.50) before tucking yourself into their hearty Penna O Spaghetto Carbonara (S$24.50). The scrumptious cream-based pasta is served with an egg, smoked bacon and black pepper.

Their impressive pizza menu features up to 10 pizzas and a few vegetarian options all freshly baked from their wood-fired oven are available for those who are on meat-free diets, namely the Margherita Pizza (S$19.90) and Ortolana Pizza (S$24.50). For something even more filling, we are certain that the SolePomodoro Burger (S$24.50), which comes with the side dish of the day, will fit the bill.

31 Ocean Way
#01-14 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6339 4778
Mon to Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 10.30pm

For more recommendations, read our Ultimate Guide to Dining at Quayside Isle featuring 16 restaurants, cafes, and bars.

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Situated beneath Marina Bay Financial Centre, Marina Bay Link Mall is the retail and F&B space which thrives as a lunch and dinner hotspot for many executives with dining options to suit all sorts of diets and budgets; be prepared to be spoilt for choice!

If that’s not enough more choices await you above ground too, at the Ground Plaza, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1 and Tower 3?

The mall sits against the stunning backdrop of the Marina Bay skyline, and some of the restaurants offer an alfresco experience under the moonlight while unwinding from a day’s of hard work. Marina Bay Link Mall lives by the country’s motto of being a gourmet city, with restaurants serving up some of the finest spread set to pamper your taste buds. It is also home to four renowned restaurants and bars – Harry’s, NUDE Seafood, Ola Cocina Del Mar and Misaki – all which strives to give their diners an exquisite dining experience without having to break the bank.

We had an extraordinary evening dining at Marina Bay Link Mall, and we want to share with you our favourite dishes. Really, Marina Bay Link Mall is not just for the bankers who work in the area; if you haven’t already ventured here before, you are missing out on these 4 restaurants at Marina Bay Link Mall that are great for every occasion.

[ GIVEAWAY ] We are giving away 10 X S$20 MBLM dining vouchers. More details on the giveaway at the end of this post.

#1 HARRY’S

Over the years, Harry’s has grown to become Singapore’s most established dining and bar chain with countless outlets sprouting across our little red dot. Expats and locals are often seen flocking to the bar. Harry’s at Marina Bay Link Mall has a strategic location that overlooks Marina Bay.

Its crowd mainly comprises office workers seeking a retreat after a tiresome day at work and it is also an outlet to catch up with a group of friends while basking in the alfresco dining atmosphere against the Marina Bay skyline.

Harry’s pride themselves in their ability to play up classic dishes, infusing elements that are unique to their own. They serve a menu full of international mouth-watering mains that boast both quality and creativity.

One of the renowned dishes includes Harry’s Beer Battered Fish & Chips (S$22), coated with a crisp Lager batter and fried to perfection, leaving the fillet with a moist and flaky flesh. The Harry’s Jazz Burger (S$19) was a pretty mean burger too, and we absolutely loved the Mushroom Truffle Oil Flatbread (S$22) – a crowd favourite that is great for sharing.

And of course, what is dining at Harry’s without some signature drinks? Try the signature cocktails such as the Harry’s 1992 (S$16) and their premium beers if you haven’t. Intolerant to alcohol? No problem, because their Lemon Lime Bitters is a good alternative.

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Harry’s
Ground Plaza
8A Marina Boulevard, #01-03
Singapore 018984
Tel: +65 6634 6318
Mon to Wed: 11:30am – 11pm
Thu to Fri, Eve of PH: 11:30am – 1am
Closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Nearest Station: Downtown

#2 NUDE SEAFOOD

NUDE Seafood draws its name from the words ‘Nutritional’ and ‘Delicious’, with their dedication in serving fresh seafood at super affordable prices. If you visit the restaurant during lunch hours, it would be a common sight to witness a bustling crowd in this establishment. Join the queue anyway and you are on your way to a hearty, nutritious, wholesome meal. They’re also great for weekday dinners.

NUDE Seafood focuses on being extra efficient without compromising on the quality of the food served. The action in the open concept kitchen is also quite a sight to behold. Watch how your seafood is being prepared; it can be therapeutic, we assure you.

NUDE’s emphasis on the usage of quality catches cooked in the simplest of methods is simple – to let the freshness of the ingredients take the centre stage. The grilled-to-order seafood are procured daily and are also extremely take-away friendly with deboned fish for easier consumption.

We enjoyed their Salmon (S$16), a sashimi-grade fish, smoked with hickory wood and served with “Forgotten Grains” consisting of unpolished rice, chickpeas, oats and almonds – grains that are rarely eaten and thus, its name.

Our favourite was undoubtedly the Chillean Bass (S$22) – or Cod Fish in simpler terms. It was nothing but sweet and wholesome. There was also the Grouper (S$19) and the beautifully butterflied King Prawn Barlotto (S$22) that are worthy tries.

And by the way, their Brownies (S$3 per slice) are homemade and while they may look like an unassuming block of brown, it was actually one of the better brownies we’ve had in town. Try that!

Once a week for Friday dinner, NUDE Seafood also throws a Friday Feast. It’s 4-course, seasonal, and a creative, unfussy take on fine dining (S$68+ per pax, additional S$28+ for pairing of 3 wines). Reservations are recommended as seats fill up quickly!

NUDE Seafood
Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3
12 Marina Boulevard, #01-02
Singapore 018982
Tel: +65 6443 1167
Mon to Fri: 8am – 8pm
Closed on Saturdays and Sundays
Nearest Station: Downtown

#3 OLA COCINA DEL MAR

OLA Cocina Del Mar is a contemporary Spanish restaurant and bar, with hints of Peruvian influences in their menu. The cosy and laid-back dining experience is just what we need after a long day in the office.

With the presence of an open kitchen concept, diners can feast their eyes on the intricate preparation methods and the chefs’ every action. The restaurant also houses a private dining corner front row bar seats, as well as a main dining area for patrons; talk about dining in comfort, your way.

Their menu features Tapas, Paellas and Mains. And while you are thinking they are gonna be the usual Spanish Tapas you thought you knew, take a minute to notice the difference.

The signature Tapas is the Ceviche (S$25) – marinated wild fish served with a concoction of lime, chilli and red onions; refreshing with a dimension of flavours. The Pulpo (S$26), a dish of grilled Spanish octopus with lentils and romesco vinaigrette, was an evident favourite among our friends too.

You have to try the paella. The Fideua Con Secreto Iberico Setas (S$45) is an unconventional twist to the usual that we all know. No rice in this dish; instead, the chef uses Spanish pasta noodles to give a softer and lighter texture, and you would have guessed it was perfect with the grilled Iberico pork.

OLA Cocina Del Mar
Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3
12 Marina Boulevard, #01-06
Singapore 018982
Tel: +65 6604 7050
Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 2pm, 6pm – 10pm
Sat: 6pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Downtown

#4 MISAKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Misaki Japanese Restaurant thrives as one of the best Japanese establishments in the Central Business District. With its black painted walls and low-hanging lamps, Misaki brings you on a temporal trip to Japan with its minimalistic interior and nothing too flashy to steer your attention away from the food.

The gorgeously plated dishes in the restaurant brought colours to the whole dining experience with its fresh and natural elements, and we could not stop gushing. We have such weak spots for fine Japanese everything.

If you are keen on a personalised meal, the Misaki Omakase is the real deal. What is ‘omakase’, you ask? It is essentially a six-course meal that is prepared with ingredients of the season. There is no menu; just sit back, and let the chef surprise you with his culinary skills and creativity.

Prices start from S$150 per person, and the Omakase at Misaki features an appetiser, Sashimi selection, hot dish, Sushi selection, soup of the day and an accompanying dessert to end off the meal.

A total work of art that set our hearts aflutter.

Misaki’s selection of Sashimi includes five to six types of sashimi, with some seasonal items that are ever-changing so that diners can indulge in a different Japanese dining experience each time they visit Misaki. There is also an option of a S$300 Omakase meal (reservations to be made at least one week in advance) which gives you a slight glimpse into a “Jiro Dreams Of Sushi” Omakase spread.

This dish of Crab Claw – with a breaded mix of prawn and crab meat, topped with baby sardines that sits atop a concoction of Truffle crab meat with Ikura gravy – has got to be our favourite course (apart from the sashimi platter, of course) from the omakase. If you are lucky, you might get this as part of your meal too!

You see, an omakase experience is really second to none. Don’t we all love (pleasant) surprises like that? Misaki, you had us there.

Misaki Japanese Restaurant
Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3
12 Marina Boulevard, #02-08
Singapore 019982
Tel: +65 6443 1187
Mon to Sat: 11:30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Downtown

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You know the food has to be good when a restaurant gets booked well in advance despite being housed in a location away from the bustling office crowd. The tranquillity is lost once inside the restaurant. A waitress piles her arms with several dishes, hastily serving them up before disappearing behind the kitchen doors.

Restaurant Ember at Hotel 1929 serves modern European cuisine, and it is not a secret that they have one of the best set lunches in Singapore.

The restaurant has a minimalist interior design; no white tablecloth, no ostentatious cutlery, even the lunch menu came in the form of a piece of card, simply printed in black-and-white and folded in half.

It took some time for the complimentary bread to arrive, but more than redeemed itself up for the wait. Two loaves of sun-dried tomato focaccia, specked with herbs and each haphazardly divided in six unequal pieces, were served to us piping hot. Crusty on the outside yet chewy inside, we struggled to decline our waitress’ offer to replenish it in anticipation of our meal.

A generous slab perched atop cubes of syrup-soaked fruits, the pan-seared foie gras with caramelized apples and clove, port and raspberry glaze was prepared with expertise, resulting in a dish of wobbly, fatty goodness encased in a delicate crisp exterior. We savoured each forkful of the delicacy and it was gone all too soon.

We were equally amazed by how the roasted and poached foie gras (pictured at the start of the post) with mirin, shoyu and shiitake managed to retain its shape on the plate when it simply disintegrated once in our mouths. The tangy, mild-tasting sauce cut through the richness of the foie gras perfectly. Of the two, we preferred the pan-seared version simply for the striking contrast in texture.

The pan-roasted scallops with parma ham, citrus and tarragon vinaigrette was a feast for the eyes. Two plump, juicy scallops wrapped in savoury bacon served with a heaping mound of salad. The dish was competent on its own, but simply paled in comparison to the stellar foie gras appetisers.

We were once again blown away by the faultless preparation of the crispy duck leg confit with new potatoes, caramelized onion – thyme jus, one of the best renditions of the dish we have tried. It was just unfortunate that the sauce was a tad one-dimensional in flavour.

The marinated cod with black miso, sweet peas and herbed potatoes would please those with a sweet tooth. A fillet of oily cod coated with a generous layer of sticky, caramelized miso, this proved to be a safe choice – too safe, perhaps, as the presentation left us slightly underwhelmed.

Among the mains, the pan-seared Chilean seabass with mushroom and smoked bacon ragout, truffle yuzu butter sauce was a clear winner. A thick slab of fatty, flaky fish served atop juicy mushrooms in a pool of luscious golden-yellow sauce. We refused to have the plate cleared until we managed to mop up the last of it. If we were to nitpick, we didn’t particularly like how searing dried up the fish. We’d have gladly forsaken the pretty golden-browned hue it added.

Meant for sharing between two, we slightly regretted our order of the apple tart tartin with vanilla bean ice cream since this meant that we could only order one other dessert. Tasting it did not convince us otherwise – the cloyingly sweet apples atop the soggy tart simply failed to impress.

The crispy caramelized pear tart with homemade baileys ice cream, on the other hand, fulfilled all the requirements of a perfect tart – crispy, buttery and crumbly. We just wished that the baileys ice cream had a more alcoholic edge to it.

Service while not top-notch, is attentive and earnest. At $39.50++ (or $45.50++ if you pick a foie gras appetiser), Ember is more than what we can ask for. This is the kind of place that will leave you yearning for a return, simply for the delicious food in an unpretentious setting.

Restaurant Ember
50 Keong Saik Road
Hotel 1929
Tel: +65 6347 1928
Nearest Station: Outram

It’s always nice to visit new restaurants run by young and talented chefs who are truly passionate about their food.

I first learned about Keystone Restaurant at Stanley Street a few months ago through my journalist friends. They told me about the excellent work Chef Mark Richards is doing at the restaurant, and it is one of the few places that use sous-vide cooking for most of the dishes on the menu.

I went there a while back, and ever since my visit, I’ve been recommending it to my friends. I’ll cut to the chase. If you like hearty meals with big portions, Keystone Restaurant is probably not suitable for you. But if you enjoy dining in a classy restaurant that serves refined and sophisticated food, this is the place to go.

Keystone has a small menu with just several items under each category. Prices range from $29-34 for appetisers, $40-125 for main courses, and $20-23 for desserts.

We started with the Georges bank sea scallop ($31) which came with confit of cherry tomato and Hummus puree. It was good, but not life-changing. This was followed by the delightful Les Landes foie gras ($34) – a combination of ‘hot’ and ‘cold’ goose liver. I particularly loved the yuzu concentrate which gave the dish a good balance.

I was eyeing the confit of duck ($30) under the appetisers menu, but I decided not to be greedy, so we proceeded with the main courses.

The highlight of the meal was the Snake River Farms pork belly ($58). It came highly recommended, and it was indeed very good. The sous-vide pork belly was perfectly cooked. Easily one of the best I’ve ever tasted. My only complain is that the chef could have given more of the delicious yukon chips.

Next up, the Chilean seabass confit ($46). While good, I liked the pork belly a lot more. We also tried the beautiful 58 degrees rangers tournedos ($61) which you see in the first photo of this post. It was well-executed; good but nothing to write home about.

Desserts at Keystone, were equally impressive. I almost wanted to order all five desserts on the menu, but my dining companion managed to convince me to stick with three. We had the nutella bar ($20), acquerello pudding ($21), and Valrhona genoise ($23). My favourite was the nutella Bar – it managed to hit all the sweet notes when it came to taste.

Then, we had the Valrhona genoise, which was nicely paired with a yuzu sorbet.

While I wasn’t a fan of the corn used in the acquerello pudding, the tarragon meringue caught me totally off guard. The foam literally vanished into thin air the moment it came into contact with my tongue. It was like magic.

A meal at Keystone Restaurant is not cheap (Palate card with its 50% discount will come in very handy here). But for the quality of the food, and the wonderful dining experience, I dare say it is worth saving up for that special occasion. The talented Chef Mark Richards and the restaurant definitely deserve your support.

Keystone Restaurant
11 Stanley Street
Tel: +65 6221 0046
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10.30pm
(Closed on Sun)

Note: This was an invited media tasting, arranged by the good people at Palate. Visit their website to find out more about the membership where you can enjoy up to 50% discount.

The title Birthday Party Venues in Singapore says it all. Since I get emails every day asking me for recommendations, I might as well come up with a list of suitable Restaurants for Birthday Party Celebration.

Here’s my list of Birthday Party Venues in Singapore:

Having headache on where to go for your upcoming 21st Birthday Party? Planning for your friend’s surprise Birthday Party? Need some budget Birthday Party Ideas? Or if you want to know where is the best restaurant to throw a fancy Birthday Party — read on!

By the way, you can also use this list of restaurants for: Party Venues Ideas, Wedding Solemnisation Restaurant Venues, Hens Night Venues, restaurants for Business/Corporate Luncheon venues, and Kids Friendly Restaurants for birthday parties.

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES UNDER $30/PAX

With a Pinch of Salt

If you are looking for a place to throw a Birthday Party for your child, With a Pinch of Salt cafe may just be the right place. They have several buffet packages starting from $15/pax nett to $21/pax nett.

For enquiries on event venues, email: eat@withapinchofsalt.com.sg

297 Tanjong Katong Road
Tel: +65 6348 2297

The Garden Slug

“I need ideas and suitable venues for my 21st Birthday Party“.

The Garden Slug is a nice cafe to celebrate your birthday or have a nice private dinner with a group of friends. For five main dishes and one dessert, The Garden Slug charges $30/pax nett (minimum 20 guests).

Should you need extra entertainment, they can also arrange for entertainers, roving photographers, balloon twisters, magicians etc.

For enquiries on event venues, email: sophia@thegardenslug.com

55 Lorong L Telok Kurau
#01-59/61 Bright Centre
Tel: +65 6346 0504

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES FOR $30-$50/PAX

Basillico Italian Restaurant

Looking for a buffet restaurant to pig-out and have a big feast? Basilico Italian Restaurant at The Regent Singapore is one of the best cheapest buffets in Singapore at just $40++/pax for the Saturday Lunch Buffet.

The only catch is that you must throw your birthday party on a Saturday lunch. Reservations are required in advance, the buffet is extremely popular.

1 Cuscaden Road Level 2
The Regent Singapore Singapore
Tel: +65 6725 3232

Dallas Restaurant & Bar

Situated at the end of Boat Quay, Dallas Restaurant has a 10 items Canepe Menu at $35++/pax. Otherwise, you can go for the 4 course dinner menu at $40++/pax. Dallas is a good option if you are looking for a place to have a casual corporate cocktail party.

31 Boat Quay
Boat Quay Conservation area
Tel: 6532 2131

For enquiries on event venues, email: enquiries@Dallas.sg

Sabio Spanish Tapas Bar

Sabio is one of the newest Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant in Singapore. Housed within a shop house on Duxton Hill, it has been designed to represent an authentic tapas bar in Spain.

Depending on the number of guests who are attending the Birthday Party, Sabio will decide whether they will provide the whole space or just reserve tables in a corner of the restaurant. Prices range from $8-18 for a tapas, $22 for the Chicken & Seafood Paella, and $6-8 for desserts.

5 Duxton Hill Singapore
Tel: +65 6223 4645

Standing Sushi Bar

How about a Japanese Food Party?

For $35++/pax, Standing Sushi Bar provides a buffet style party with appetisers, seven kinds of sushi, three different Robatayaki skewers, two Agemono (fried) items, Udon and free flow of green tea.

I don’t know about you, but I think having Japanese food is a great Birthday Party idea. To get the whole space at Standing Sushi Bar 8Q SAM, you need a minimum of 30 guests. Their maximum capacity is 75 people.

For enquiries on event venues, email: eat@standingsushibar.com

8 Queen Street #01-03 Singapore
Tel: +65 6333 1335

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES FOR $50-$100/PAX

Graze Restaurant

The new Graze at 38 Martin Road (first photo of this post) has two intimate private dining rooms can seat 22 and 26 people respectively. There are 3 Private Dinner Menu options: $65++ per pax, $75++ per pax and $85++ per pax.

There is also a drinks package available for $50++ per pax that includes 2 hours free flow of Oxford Landing Chardonnay, Oxford Landing Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz, Singha draught beer, soft drinks and juices.

For enquiries on event venues, email: info@graze.sg

38 Martin Road
Tel: +65 6509 1680

Prive Bakery Cafe Bar

Located just 3 minutes drive away from Harborfront, Prive Bakery Cafe Bar at Keppel Island is a gorgeous place for brunch, desserts or drinks. If you are planning to throw a Christmas party for a group of friends (less than 50 pax), call them 3-4 days in advance to make a reservation. For exclusive events and special menus (like Canapés, Buffets), they need a minimum of 50 guests.

For enquiries on event venues, email: rae@prive.com.sg

2 Keppel Bay Vista
GF Marina @ Keppel Bay
Tel: +65 6776 0777

Zsofi Tapas Bar

Thinking of throwing a Birthday Party with some drinks and tapas for a group of friends? Little India may not be the place where you have in mind, but trust me, Zsofi Tapas Bar serves affordable and good Spanish food, and they are definitely a cool place for a nights out. Prices vary for different requirement, but to give you a better idea what to expect: a basic party package (min 30 pax) comes at $50 per guest for 3 drinks & 3 tapas.

For enquiries on event venues, email: janice@tapasbar.com.sg

68 Dunlop Street Singapore
Tel: +65 6297 5875

BIRTHDAY PARTY VENUES FOR $100/PAX UPWARDS

Forlino Restaurant

Be it private or corporate dinner, weddings and solemnizations, Forlino is the ideal choice. For the exclusive use of the whole restaurant, there are certain booking charges. Otherwise, Forlino does not require any minimum spending for the use of its private dining rooms.

To book the private dining rooms (the Gaia private room for 12 guests and the Serena private room for 22 guests) for your party, the Italian restaurant has several set lunch ($68++/pax) and dinner menus ($88++/pax to $138++/pax) available.

I think Forlino is a good place to have your Hens Night Party. There’s nothing more sexy than Italian Food to celebrate the occasion.

For enquiries on event venues, email: anna@il-lido.com

1 Fullerton Road
#02-06 One Fullerton
Tel: +65 6877 6995

Salt Grill & Sky Bar

Looking for a restaurant with a good view in Singapore? Salt Grill & Sky Bar at level 55 of Ion Orchard is the perfect place to have an intimate birthday dinner with your loved ones. Prices start at $140/pax for the degustation menu.

2 Orchard Turn Level 55 & 56
ION Orchard Singapore
Tel: +65 6592 5118

Waku Ghin

If money is not an issue, I’d definitely go to Waku Ghin at Marina Bay Sands. At $400 per person for the degustation menu, Waku Ghin is all about the complete dining experience, this is not just an ordinary meal.

10 Bayfront Avenue #L2-02
Casino Level 2 Marina Bay Sands Singapore
Tel: +65 6688 8507

Hopefully this list will help you find the perfect Birthday Party Venue, and I will get less emails asking me for recommendations (JUST KIDDING). If you need any help, feel free to reach me at bradleyfk@gmail.com

In the coming weeks, I will be coming up with different lists of romantic restaurants for Wedding Venues and Hens Night Party. Oh ya, don’t forget to get the best cake in Singapore for your birthday party! Have a good weekend.