November means Thanksgiving and lots of crabs, especially hairy crabs. Check out what else is exciting or new in November 2019 in the F&B scene in Singapore. There are also new cafes and restaurants in Singapore to try out.

As restaurants and cafes often adjust their opening hours and the duration and details of restaurant deals or dining promotions may be subject to change, we suggest you contact the relevant property ahead of your intended visit. Happy Dining!
New Restaurants & Cafes to Check out in November 2019
Social Place Singapore

Hong Kong modern Chinese restaurant chain Social Place has opened in Singapore with an outlet in Forum The Shopping Mall. Social Place Singapore serves good Chinese food with a creative twist and is one of the must try new restaurants in November 2019. Read more.
Social Place Singapore
583 Orchard Road
Forum the Shopping Mall #01-22
Singapore 238884
Tel: +65 8870 2288
Opening Hours: 11:30 – 14:30; 18:00- 22:00
Cafe RAF at Grafunkt Design District

Located in Grafunkt Design District in Funan Mall, the stylish new Cafe RAF Cafe is worth a visit. It serves specialty coffee, cakes and simple affordable meals. Read more.
RAF
107 North Bridge Road
04-27 Funan Mall
Singapore 179105
Tel: +65 6336 6046
Opening Hours: 11.30 am – 9 pm
Nearby MRT Station: City Hall
White Restaurant @ Suntec City

White Restaurant opens its first city centre outlet in Suntec City. To celebrate the outlet opening, the restaurant known for its popular Sembawang white beehoon, will have a limited-time offering of Mala White Beehoon till 31 December 2019. See White Restaurant Suntec City – Sembawang White Bee Hoon’s new outlet.
White Restaurant @ Suntec City
3 Temasek Boulevard, Fountain Court, #B1-131
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6255 2002
11 am – 9.30 pm
Mister Wu @ CHIJMES

An affordable new restaurant to check out in November 2019 will be the new outlet of Mister Wu in CHIJMES. It has a great set lunch deal for only 12++. Read more.
Mister Wu CHIJMES
30 Victoria Street
#01-11/12 CHIJMES
Singapore 187996

Tel: +65 6781 3833
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Donburi King at PLQ Mall

Donburi King is the latest concept by S.H.E Global Group, the team behind the popular Tengawa Hokkaido White Curry at Millenia Walk. Its menu features meticulously crafted seafood and meat selections as well as delicious appetizers, ramens, and Japanese hot dishes – including Ootoro Don $35.40, which boasts fine quality cuts of the tuna, Iberico Pork Cheek Don $22.80, Whole Unagi Don $23.80, Spicy Mayomentai Don $22.80, Donburi King Chirashi Don $23.80, Hotate with Ikura Don $28.80 and Aburi Salmon Belly with Ikura Don $23.
Donburi King
10 Paya Lebar Road
03-26, Paya Lebar Quarter
Singapore 409 057
Tel: 6611-6657
Opening : 11:30 am to 10 pm
Jollibee Suntec


Jollibee has opened a new outlet in Suntec City.
West Wing, #B1 123/124, Suntec City, 3 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038983.
New Menus and F&B Promotions in November 2019
Jubilant Thanksgiving at Marriott Tang Plaza
28 November 2019

Thanksgiving is that time of the year when family and friends gather to give thanks for all the good things in life, bond and revel over a sumptuous feast brimming with evergreen Thanksgiving favourites. It is a good time to indulge in some merrymaking and create cherished memories with loved ones. Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel presents a Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner studded to the brim at Marriott Cafe.
Festive delicacies highlights include Roast Turkey with Chestnut Bread Stuffing cooked to golden perfection; Maple Glazed Leg Ham; Slow-Roasted Australian Beef Prime Rib; Whole Salt Crusted Baked Salmon; Pan-Fried Foie Gras with Chutney, Relish & Brioche; Spiced Pork Belly with Balsamic Lentils & Apple; Pot-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables & Thyme Jus; Seafood Paella; Charcuterie & Cheese; Pate & Rillettes, and more.
Marriott Cafe Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet
28 November 2019, 6.30pm to 10.00pm
Adult: $138++** per person
Child: $60++* per person
Marriot Cafe
Singapore Marriot Tang Plaza Hotel
320 Orchard Road
Singapore 238865

Tel: +65 6831 4605
A Distinctive Thanksgiving at Brasserie Les Saveurs
28 November 2019

Revel in the convivial spirit of Thanksgiving with cherished loved ones over an exceptional feast of gourmet indulgences at Brasserie Les Saveurs in The St. Regis. Commence with a hearty glass of Glühwein and discover nuances of the season’s flavours through a gourmet safari of tantalising appetisers, heartwarming mains, exceptional selection of meats, platter of artisanal French cheeses, and a bevy of luscious desserts.
Thursday, 28 November 2019
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
S$148.00++ per person

Brasserie Les Saveurs
The St. Regis Hotel Singapore (Lobby Level), 29 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247911
Hairy Crab Festival at Yàn
11 November to 11 December 2019

The arrival of autumn heralds the peak season for a notable delicacy – the hairy crab. Yàn presents this coveted seasonal yield, sourced from Lake Tai in Jiangsu, through à la carte dishes, as well as part of a set menu which includes delectable Cantonese fare.
The Steamed Hairy Crab ($68++ per crab) offers classic indulgence for traditionalists and enthusiasts alike. The crabs are simply prepared in the time-honoured method – steamed, to highlight the crab’s natural sweetness. Wok-fried Scallops with Prawn Paste, Vegetables and Hairy Crab Meat ($48++ small) combines the divine sweetness of each seafood in a hearty, flavourful dish.
Ever-popular favourites, the Beancurd Broth with Hairy Crab Meat ($24++ per person) and Poached Noodles with Hairy Crab Meat ($16.80++ per person) make a return.
A six-course set menu ($128++ per person) offers the signature Steamed Hairy Crab and Poached Noodles with Hairy Crab Meat, in perfect harmony with dishes such as Crispy Fried Cod Fish Fillet with House Special Sauce, and Stewed Vegetables with Conpoy, Dried Scallops and Egg White.

Yàn’s Hairy Crab Festival is available during lunch and dinner from 11 November to 11 December 2019 with an à la carte menu (starting from $16.80++) and a set menu priced at $128++ per diner.
Yan 宴
05-02 National Gallery Singapore 1 St Andrew’s Road Singapore 178957

Best of Sri Lankan Crab Creations at Wan Hao
4 November to 27 December 2019

Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant (万豪軒) will scintillate the taste buds of gourmands with an alluring Sri Lankan Crab menu, featuring both classic and creative interplays of the beloved crustacean. Look forward to tantalising flavours of meaty Sri Lankan Crabs, expertly curated the freshest premium ingredients and masterful culinary techniques.
The celebrated Sri Lankan crab, also known as mud crab, is famed for its luscious and succulent pearly white meat. Brimming with fresh, naturally sweet flavour, it truly is a prized gem of the oceans. This year end, award-winning Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant brings you eight exquisite à la carte creations inspired by this coveted variety of crustacean, including Deep-Fried Singapore Style White Pepper Crab Bun (黄金白胡椒蟹包) ($8++ for 2 pieces); Poached Crab Dumpling with Crab Roe Superior Stock (蟹粉上汤伴蟹肉水饺) ($16++ for 2 pieces); Deep-Fried Crab with Chicken Floss & Salted Egg (黄日肉松斯里兰卡蟹) ($50++ per 550-600g portion); Braised Crab with Green Chilli Sauce & Superior Stock (青椒浓汤斯里兰卡蟹) ($56++ per 550-600g portion); Braised Crab with Vermicelli & Superior Stock (斯里兰卡蟹焖粉) ($58++ per 550-600g portion); Steamed Crab with Glutinous Rice & Minced Pork in Lotus Leaf (荷香斯里兰卡蟹肉末蒸糯米) ($58++ per 550600g portion), and more.
Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant
320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865

Tel: +65 6831 4605
Wan Hao
Shangri-La Seafood Adventure
Till 30 November 2019

Shangri-La hotels in Singapore present seafood feasts for seafood lovers throughout the week.
Monday: Seafood and Beer BBQ Buffet at J65, Hotel Jen Tanglin
Tuesday: Crack the Crab at Ah Hoi’s Kitchen, Hotel Jen Tanglin
Wednesday: Hairy Crab Indulgence at Shang Palace, Shangri-La Hotel | Price: Six-course menu SGD 218++ per person, inclusive of a bottle of 8-year-old Chinese Yellow Wine | A la carte selections start from SGD 14++

Thursday: Marine Harvest Buffet at The Line, Shangri-La Hotel
Friday: “Lobster and Friends” Buffet at Makan@Jen, Hotel Jen Orchardgateway
Saturday: Seafood Sensation Buffet at Silver Shell Café, Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
New Italian Highlights at Dolce Vita in Mandarin Oriental


Dolce Vita in Mandarin Oriental, Singapore presents over 10 new Italian creations and all-time favourites by Chef de Cuisine Giorgio Maggioni.
Not to be missed is Spaghetti with succulent Sicilian red prawns lightly marinated with seasonal Amalfi organic lemon, tossed with Italian chilli for subtle heat, and garnished with gold leaf inspired by Capri, a region famed for its upscale shopping and luxury lifestyles. For mains, Brazino delivers clean flavours as the wild sea bass is poached to retain and highlight the natural sweetness of the fish. It is accompanied by parsnip puree, radicchio dressed with balsamic vinegar, caviar and beetroot coulis. To finish, try the new fruity and vibrant strawberry Fragole where sweet and distinctively tangy flavours refresh the palate.
Dolce Vita
5 Raffles Avenue, The Mandarin Oriental
Singapore 039797

Tel: +65 6885 3500
A Culinary Journey through Hokuriku at Keyaki
12 November to 25 December 2019

Journey through Hokuriku, located in northwestern Honshu and famous for its seafood, and indulge in two specially curated menus by Keyaki’s Executive Chef Shinichi Nakatake. Savour delicacies from the three prefectures that make up the Hokuriku region – Toyama, Ishikawa and Fukui which borders the Sea of Japan and is renowned for its fresh and premium seafood, rice and sake.
Not to be missed is the opportunity to meet Mr Norio Nakazaki, a Japanese patissier (Wagashi Shokunin) from 19 to 24 November 2019 as he showcases his Wagashi creations which are exquisitely crafted traditional Japanese confectioneries.
A Culinary Journey through Hokuriku at Keyaki
Date: 12 November to 25 December 2019, Lunch and Dinner (with special guest appearance of Wagashi artisan Mr Norio Nakazaki from 19 to 24 November daily during lunch and dinner)
Price: Set menus are priced at SGD190 and SGD210, and an a la carte menu is also available
Keyaki
Level 4, Pan Pacific Singapore
7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039595
Reservations: +65 6826 8240 / dining.ppsin@panpacific.com
Pop-up Barbershop and Movember Lazy Breakfast at Andaz
November 2019
This November, Andaz Singapore will be taking part in Movember, an annual charity event that encourages men to grow a moustache for the entire month of November, to raise awareness for men’s health. Through this, the movement aims to raise funds and awareness for men’s health issues such as mental wellness, prostate cancer, testicular cancer and more. To support the movement, Andaz Singapore will be hosting a pop-up barbershop offering grooming services on a pay-as-you-wish basis, and an enhanced Movember Lazy Breakfast priced at SGD 45* per person in the month of November.

Andaz Singapore will partner with local barbershop Soul Hair Studio to provide a unique barber pop-up experience for guests every weekend in November 2019 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Alley on 25’s special Movember Lazy Breakfast spread will have an enhanced new seafood counter, serving a choice selection of prawn cocktails, sustainable mussels and a weekly rotation of Movember-inspired cocktails. The Movember cocktails include Cuban Libre Slushee, Don Pedro Slushee, Barrel-aged Old Fashioned, Movember Mule and more. The Movember cocktails are available exclusively at Lazy Breakfast for the entire month of November. Priced at SGD 45*, guests get to enjoy Alley on 25’s breakfast buffet spread plus one à la carte dish. Topping up an additional SGD 45* provides free-flowing prosecco, spritz, wines, draught beer, sangria and Movember cocktails.
Andaz Singapore
5 Fraser Street, Singapore 189354
Tel: +65 6408 1288
Pizzamaru launches Nuclear 1KG Cheese Bomb Pizza
1 November to 31 Decemner 2019

Korean Pizza Chain, Pizzamaru, introduces Singapore’s very FIRST Nuclear 1KG Cheese Bomb Pizza ($29.90), the establishment’s newest addition promises to delight both fans and foodies alike. Featuring a full kilogram of stringy, gooey, mozzarella atop Pizzamaru’s signature fibre-rich and antioxidant packed black rice dough, the 12” Nuclear 1KG Cheese Bomb Pizza is served with honey for a delightful sweet finishing.
Since its launch in Korea, the Nuclear 1KG Cheese Bomb Pizza has been widely popularized especially by the youtube muk-bangers whose videos of devouring the entire pizza have garnered many viewerships!
In addition, Pizzamaru will be collaborating with Club Rainbow (www.clubrainbow.org) to promote the joy of giving this Christmas season. Customers who make any amount of donation at Pizzamaru can enjoy a complimentary scoop of cheese for their pizza order from 16th December to 31st December 2019.
Pizzamaru has outlets in Jewel Changi, Bugis+ and Northpoint City.
Saturday Champagne Brunch at Zafferano
23 November 2019

Zafferano presents a sumptuous Italian Champagne brunch with 4 generous courses of perennial Italian favourites. The hearty brunch buffet features antipasti and primi served sharing-style at the table in the exact way Italian families have enjoyed their get-togethers for generations, as well as delectable roasted meats at the live carving stations. Offering a sweet end to the indulgent afternoon is a lavish spread of Italian sweets at the dessert bar.
Zafferano’s Saturday Champagne Brunch ‘The Italian Table’ is served from 12pm to 3pm on the following Saturdays:
23 November 2019
14 December 2019
$98++ per person with free flow of Spumante, beer, house wine, juices and soft drinks
$128++ per person with free flow of Champagne, Spumante, beer, house wine, juices and soft drinks
Zafferano
Ocean Financial Centre, 10 Collyer Quay Level 43
Singapore 049315
Tel +65 6509 1488
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