Sentosa is an island in Singapore we escape to when we need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. A game of volleyball, a stroll along the beach or nature trails, sunbathing, a ride down the Luge, a walk around the Merlion… the island sure is one to keep us occupied with its sheer number of outdoor activities and array of themed attractions, but the island is also home to some amazing restaurants, bars and cafés that you might have overlooked while having fun.

A trove of different dining concepts and cuisines makes Sentosa an island worth checking out when you need meal ideas. Brunch spots by the marina, fresh seafood, modern Chinese cuisine, burgers at beach bars, fine dining… these are just some of the exhilarating dining options you can expect when in Sentosa.

Yes, it is not just an island of fun. It is an island for foodies. Not sure where to start? Here’s our take on 10 Cafes And Restaurants In Sentosa To Visit. And we’ve got some freebies for you to redeem! Read on to find out more.

#1 COASTES

Coastes is probably everything that you would imagine a beach bar & restaurant to be. It sits along the shores of Siloso Beach, and is furnished with beach benches and lounge chairs that allow you to take in the beach view while eating.

The restaurant serves up classic Western fare such as burgers, pizzas and pastas, together with a selection of different drinks – both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The Spaghetti Vongole (S$22++) and Duck and Arugula Pizza (S$22++) were some standout dishes we had.

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50 Siloso Beach Walk
#01-06 Sentosa
Tel: +65 6631 8938
Mon to Thu: 9am – 11pm
Fri, Sat, & Eve Of Public Holiday: 9am – 1am
Sun & Public Holidays: 9am – 11pm

#2 WAVE HOUSE SENTOSA RESTAURANT & BAR

You’ve probably heard about Wave House Sentosa before – it is where you can try your hands (or legs) at surfing in the wave pool. But do you know about Wave House Sentosa Restaurant & Bar, where you can dine at and enjoy some California-Asian fare?

They carry a range of tapas, and the Nachos Supreme (S$16.30++) is hands down the best thing on the menu. Of course, we would do a Handmade Beef Burger With Spicy Roasted Peanut Sauce (S$15.90++) after “surfing” in the wave pool.

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36 Siloso Beach Walk
Sentosa
Singapore 099007
Tel: +65 6377 3113
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm

#3 THE GARDEN

Nestled in the serene quarters of Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa’s So SPA, The Garden is a tranquil restaurant to retreat to on hot afternoons. It is one of Sentosa’s best-kept secrets.

The interior is minimally decorated, with a single tree growing within the restaurant itself. Soft, peaceful music will keep you company as you indulge in The Garden’s beautifully-plated dishes.

The Garden focuses on healthy, conscious dining. Our favourite main is the Wasabi Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass (S$38++). Even the desserts here are sin-free, such as the Dark Chocolate and Avocado Mousse (S$12++) that is a very healthy treat for your sweet tooth.

30 Allanbrooke Road, Sentosa
Singapore 099983
Tel: +65 6708 8310 / 6708 8364
Daily: 11am – 10pm

#4 BREWERKZ

Located on the Sentosa Boardwalk — the walkway that connects VivoCity to Sentosa — Brewerkz offers an extensive range of beers, from Pilsner to Wheat Beer. Beer prices start from S$6++ for a stem.

Brewerkz Signature Wings (S$18++) are what Brewerkz is famous for across all its outlets in Singapore. The Baby Back Ribs (S$34++) is also another of the microbrewery’s classics.

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Sentosa Gateway
#01-05 Sentosa Boardwalk
Tel: +65 6221 0702
Mon to Thu: 5pm – 11pm
Friday: 5pm – 1am
Saturday: 12pm – 1am
Sunday: 12pm – 11pm

#5 BLUE LOTUS – CHINESE EATING HOUSE

Blue Lotus – Chinese Eating House is a modern Chinese restaurant located in the yacht-flanked Quayside Isle, and does local food with an unexpected twist.

The restaurant is keeping things fresh with a Weekend Lunch Menu that starts at just S$18++ for a main dish.

The Assam Curry Barramundi Fish Fillet harmoniously blends spicy with sour, and the barramundi is cooked to soft, tender perfection. And the Signature Chicken Rice Paella is the restaurant’s star dish; who would have thought that the classic Hainanese Chicken Rice could be reinvented with such allure?

31 Ocean Way
#01-13 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098375
Tel: +65 6339 0880
Mon to Fri: 6pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 3pm. 6pm – 10pm

#6 TANJONG BEACH CLUB

Tanjong Beach Club is situated on the shorelines of Tanjong Beach. This is another beach club with sheltered beachside lounge chairs, sofas and daybeds on the sandy beaches; it almost feels like an exotic beach getaway to Bali.

They are well-known for their Crispy Calamari (S$20++). The all-new Lobster Bun (S$38++) is a twist on the conventional lobster rolls, and comes with a hefty side of fries. And you see that gorgeous pineapple in the photo? That is the photogenic Piña Colada (S$23++).

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120 Tanjong Beach Walk
Sentosa
Singapore 098942
Tel: +65 9750 5323
Tue to Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 11pm

#7 LATEST RECIPE

Latest Recipe — located at the Heritage Wing of the upscale Le Méridien Singapore, Sentosa — will treat your taste buds to a sensory experience. Tucked away in a quieter part of the island, the restaurant is one that will make you feel exclusive. Great venue for business luncheons and undisturbed dates, we’d say.

Latest Recipe brings in a plethora of Western and Asian fare with elegant twists.

Take the Black Pepper Char Kway Teow (S$20++) for instance. It blends in the comforting Singaporean taste of good ol’ hawker food with refreshing hints of black pepper. The Signature Éclairs (S$4++) come in Pandan Kaya and Raspberry Coconut flavours; unconventional interpretations of the French dessert classic.

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Le Méridien Singapore, Sentosa
23 Beach View, Sentosa
Singapore 098679
Tel: +65 6818 3305
Daily: 7am – 10pm

#8 EM BY THE MARINA

eM By The Marina is an alfresco cafe & bar sitting within Sentosa Cove Village. It overlooks the yacht-populated bay, and dining (or drinking) here is an all-day affair. The place usually opens until late at night, so it works as a post-sunset option when you need a couple of drinks with friends.

It offers a range of Western numbers – from the Classic Beef Burger With Fries (S$20++) to the eM’s Eggs Hussarde (S$21++).

Burger and beer while indulging in the splendid view; that’s quite an idyllic life at eM By The Marina.

1 Cove Avenue
#02-14 Sentosa Arrival Plaza
Singapore 098537
Tel: +65 6271 2802
Mon: 5pm – 11pm
Tue to Thu: 11am – 12am
Fri: 11am – 1am
Sat: 9am – 1am
Sun: 9am – 12am

#9 SABIO BY THE SEA, TAPAS & GRILL

Seafood-lovers are in for the treat. Sabio By The Sea, Tapas & Grill at Quayside Isle specialises in fresh seafood and authentic Spanish dishes such as the signature paella. The décor takes after Spanish influences, with vibrant pop art on the walls.

You shouldn’t miss out on the Paella de Pescado, which is cooked with squid, sea bass and mussels. These paellas come in sharing portions and starts from S$29++ that is good for two.

We always spoil ourselves with a glass of Sangria (S$12++), that comes in both red and white wine options.

31 Ocean Way
#01-02 Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove
Singapore 098373
Tel: +65 6690 7568
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
Sun: 10.30am – 10pm

#10 THE KNOLLS

The Knolls is a high-end restaurant that sits within five-star Capella Hotel and Resort, and it is elegant, to say the least. The restaurant almost looks like a winding hallway, with plush seats and velveteen walls.

The Sesame Pan Fried Duck Liver (S$28++) was of melt-in-the-mouth consistency and it was probably the biggest slab of foie gras we have ever seen. There is the Roasted New Zealand Lamb Rack (S$78++) that is accompanied with Mediterranean couscous, and the massive portion is good for two to share.

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Capella Singapore
1 The Knolls
Sentosa Island
Singapore 098297
Tel: +65 6591 5046
Daily: 7am – 11pm

This post is brought to you by Sentosa Singapore.

The new Sentosa Boardwalk is a great way to travel to Sentosa on foot. Featuring tropical landscapes, the garden-themed boardwalk has a stunning view of the bay as you take a leisure stroll from VivoCity Shopping Mall’s waterfront promenade, made easy by two-way canopy-covered travellators.

From 9th to 26th Jun 2011, Sentosa Boardwalk has a Crab and Durian Buffet for $38++/pax. I think that this is a value-for-money buffet, especially so if you like crabs and durian.

The Ultimate Crab and Durian Buffet at Sentosa Boardwalk has more than 40 items available, and the crab dishes highlights include: Salted Egg Yolk Crab, Nonya Curry Crab, Wok-Fried Chili Sri Lanka Crab, Black Pepper Sri Lankan Crab, Masala Mud Crab, and Ginger Scallion Flower Crab.

The durian highlights are Durian Pengat, Durian Cheesecake, Durian Mousse, and ‘Live’ Durians. Besides crabs and durians, there are also other dishes such as Fresh Oysters, Sashimi and Sushi, Poached Tiger Prawns, Slippery Lobsters, Shrimp Paste Chicken, Roast Beef Rump, Whole Bake Salmon and more.

At a media tasting last week, they served us some of the dishes (actual plating will be buffet style): chilli crab, pepper crab, salted egg yolk crab, roast beef rump and durian desserts.

Whilst the salted egg yolk crab was not exactly warm, I thought that the taste was competent. The others preferred the (extremely) spicy wok-fried chilli crab and black pepper crab. Given that the crab buffet is only $38++/pax, I’d think that it is worth trying even though the crabs chosen were slightly smaller.

This is an all-you-can-eat-buffet. You know what this means? You can feast all you want, and blame it on me for introducing you this Sentosa for arranging the crab & durian buffet.

For reservations, please call 6279 1767 or email to carla_cardona@sentosa.com.sg.

// Latest update: The Ultimate Crab & Durian Buffet is fully booked, you can still try your luck by calling and see if there are any last minute cancellations.

Sentosa Boardwalk Crab and Durian Buffet
Date: 9 – 26 Jun 2011
Time: 6pm – 11pm
Venue: The Promontory, Sentosa Boardwalk
Prices: $38++ per adult; $21++ per child (5 – 11 years old)
(price excludes drinks)
Note: This was a media tasting.