May promises a delectable journey for your taste buds, with a delightful mix of new restaurants and exciting menu revamps across the island. Whether you like a slice of Italy, a taste of Franco-Asian fusion, or a celebration of traditional claypot delights, there are new restaurants and new menus in Singapore to tickle your fancy.
Here is the list of The Ordinary Patrons (TOP) list of 10 Restaurants to try in Singapore this May 2024.
Fresh Faces on the Dining Block
IL Clay Supper Club & Pizzeria
Renowned pizzaiolo Chef Ciro Sorrentino brings his magic touch to Singapore with IL Clay Supper Club & Pizzeria. This new restaurant offers a blend of Italian-Mediterranean cuisine and a nostalgic supper club experience. Read more at IL Clay Supper Club & Pizzeria by Chef Ciro Sorrentino.
IL Clay Supper Club & Pizzeria
3D River Valley Rd, #01-04 Clarke Quay
Singapore 179023
Opening Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 12 noon to 12 midnight
Friday and Saturday: 12 noon to 2 am
(Pizza for indoor dining only available daily from 12 noon to 6 pm)
Camille @ 1-Flowerhill
Get ready for a taste of French-Japanese fusion at the new Camille restaurant at 1-Flowerhill.
Located on the second floor of the 1-Flowerhill bungalow in Sentosa, Camille has an elegantly idyllic ambience. At the new restaurant, the art of French cuisine meets the simplicity and subtle nuances of Japanese flavours. Highlights of the menu includes:
A5 Hokkaido Beef & Tuna Akami Tartare | $42 for 2 persons
White Miso Glazed Black Cod | $48
‘Robbins Island’ Full Blood Wagyu Flat Iron MBS 7 | $62
Deconstructed ‘Black Forest’ | $28 for 2 persons.
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Camille
1-Flowerhill
6 Imbiah Road, Sentosa
Singapore 099696
Tel / WhatsApp: +65 9630 1008
Opening Hours
Tues – Sun: 6 pm – 10:30 pm
Monday: Closed
The Masses
The popular Franco-Asian casual dining concept, The Masses, has found a new home at The Capitol Kempinski Hotel. New location and new look but the ethos of The Masses remains the same: to offer exceptional food at accessible prices.
The Masses’ menu is a collection of popular French dishes, some given an Asian touch, at inexpensive prices. Highlights include:
Squid Ink Kueh Pie Tee
Purple Cabbage
Duck Confit
Steak Au Poivre.
The Masses
3 Stamford Road, #01-84,
Arcade @ Capitol, Singapore 178905
Tel: +65 6518 4988
Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday
Kitchen: 11.30 am to 9.30 pm
Drinks served till 12 midnight
Sunday
Kitchen: 11.30 am to 9 pm
Drinks served till 12 midnight
Ichigo Ichie
Helmed by the talented Chef Akane Eno, Ichigo Ichie opens at Claymore Connect and promises authentic Japanese flavours infused with Chef Eno’s artistic flair.
Chef Eno’s profound connection to tea, cultivated through personal and professional journeys, is showcased in Ichigo Ichie’s new tea-centric menu. From Soy-Unagi donabe with Japanese white corn to Lotus root adorned with shin-gobo and okahijiki, every dish encapsulates Chef Eno’s innovative approach to kappo cuisine. Expect delightful surprises like Genmaicha ice-cream paired with aritaya soy jelly and mango.
Lunch
5-course at $138++ per person
7-course at $188++ per person
Dinner
9-course menu at $350++ per person
Special menu at $428++ per person available upon request
Ichigo Ichie
442 Orchard Rd, #01-16/17
Claymore Connect, Singapore 238879
Tel: / WhatsApp +65 9018 2897
Opening Hours:
Tuesdays to Saturdays
Lunch: 12 noon to 2:30 pm
Dinner: 7 pm to 10:30 pm
Closed on Monday and Sunday
Ne Ne Neko
The new Japanese restaurant in Paya Lebar describes itself as a “Cafe by day, izakaya bar by night,” offering a versatile dining options throughout the day and till late in the evening.
During the day, Ne Ne Neko’s menu offersd a selection of dons (rice bowls), tempura, shokupan (Japanese milk bread), sandos (sandwiches), desserts and specialty beverages. In the evening, patrons can choose from a selection of smoky Robatayaki (grilled meat and vegetables), Otsumami (sharing plates) and quality sakes. Read more at Ne Ne Neko – New Japanese Restaurant in PLQ.
Ne Ne Neko Japanese Izakaya & Cafe
#01-K7 PLQ Plaza
10 Paya Lebar Road, Singapore 409057
Opening Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 11 am to 11 pm
Wednesday to Friday: 11 am to 12 midnight
Saturday: 10 am to 12 midnight
Sunday: 10 am to 10 pm
Established Favourites with Fresh Flavours
Man Fu Yuan
Michelin-recommended Cantonese fine-dining restaurant Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore invites guests to indulge in a taste of tradition with a series of curated claypot dishes.
The menu features a diverse selection of claypot creations with rich flavours and premium ingredients. Highlights include:
Stir-fried Chicken with Chinese Shao Xin Wine ($38)
Giant Grouper Fillet with Bitter Gourd and Preserved Black Bean Sauce ($48)
Braised Tofu with Sea Cucumber, Prawns, Carrots, and Black Fungus in Sweet Bean Sauce ($46)
Stir-fried Hong Kong Choy Sum with Spicy Preserved Bean Curd and Shredded Ginger ($26).
Available from 15 May to 14 June 2024
Man Fu Yuan
InterContinental Singapore, Level 2
80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966
Tel: +65 6825 1008
Opening Hours:
Lunch: 12 noon to 3 pm (Monday to Friday); 11:30 am to 3 pm (Saturday, Sunday and Public
Holidays)
Dinner: 6 pm to 10 pm (Daily)
Keyaki
Immerse yourself in a symphony of flavours at Keyaki with their newest sake pairing menu. This seasonal offering promises a delightful exploration of Japanese cuisine. Dishes to look forward include:
Teppanyaki Style Abalone with Liver Sauce
Grilled Smoked Japanese Wagyu Beef
Grilled Japanese Tilefish
Deep-fried Japanese Tiger Prawn, White Fish and Rapeseed Tempura.
15 May to 14 June 2024
$290 per person
add-on of $70 per person for the sake pairing.
Keyaki
Level 4, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6826 8240
Din Tai Fung
For a taste of opulence, Din Tai Fung introduces two tantalising new creations. The new Truffle Fried Rice with Shredded Beef & Eggs, allow diners to pair the signature egg fried rice with generous amount of succulent flank steak and crisp asparagus. A simpler variant is the Truffle Fried Rice and Eggs.
Truffle Fried Rice with Eggs 松露蛋炒饭 : $39.90
Truffle Fried Rice with Eggs and Shredded Beef 松露牛肉丝蛋炒饭 : $44.90
Additional Truffle Shavings 另加额外松: $25
Available 1 May – 30 June 2024
at selected Din Tai Fung restaurants – Marina Bay Sands, Paragon, Great World, One Holland Village, Raffles City, Marina Bay Link Mall, Wisma Atria, Suntec City.
Lion Brewery Co Taproom
Lion Brewery Co Taproom has a sumptuous six-course beer-pairing menu that showcases the best offerings from the taproom.
The pairing experience begins with the crisp, clean, and thirst-quenching Island Lager, paired with a hearty Scotch Egg. Next, the Spindle Press Cider, crafted from bittersweet apples, prepares your palate for the Pork Belly Bites. The crispy Soft-shell Prawn is complemented by the refreshingly tropical and hoppy profile of the Straits Pale Ale.
The smooth, single-hopped The Boss IPA boasts notes of mango, pine, and citrus that pair perfectly with the Beef Sliders. Cleansing the palate is the fruit-forward sour, Raspberry Beeret, accompanied by a Spicy Pork Skewer. To round off the pairing, enjoy the velvety, easy-drinking Cold Smoke Nitro Stout paired with the Beer-a-Misu that’s infused with the low-hop stout.
$70++ per person
Lion Brewery Co Taproom
36 Club Street, Singapore 069469
Opening Hours:
Sunday to Wednesday: 11.30 am-12 midnight
Thursday to Saturday: 11.30 am-1 am
Altro Zafferano
Altro Zafferano, with breathtaking views from its 43rd-storey location, has introduced a new concept Curate your own 4-course dining experience ($148++). Diners can select any combination of four dishes from the a la carte menu, spanning starters, pasta, mains,and dessert, to have a bespoke dining experience specially tailored to individual tastes and preferences. Highlights of the menu include:
Hokkaido Scallops Crudo
Aquerello Risotto
Wild Dover Sole
Giffoni Hazelnut.
Altro Zafferano
Ocean Financial Centre Level 43, 10 Collyer Quay ,
Singapore 049315
Tel: +65 6509 1488
Opening Hours
Lunch: Monday – Friday: 12 noon – 3 pm
Dinner: Monday – Friday: 6 pm – 11 pm
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