Singapore’s dining scene continues to expand with new cafes and restaurants opening regularly. The Ordinary Patrons has compiled a list of recent launches worth exploring. The selection ranges from under-the-radar spots with distinctive character to buzzworthy venues drawing crowds. The list is updated periodically to reflect the latest additions to Singapore’s food landscape.
Tutto by Da Paolo at Holland Village
Tutto by Da Paolo is a new Italian restaurant with American diner vibes at One Holland Village.
Pasta and pizza items make up most of the food choices. A few starters and dessert items complete the food menu. There are no pricey meat or fish items here. All the dishes are priced below $30 each. Read more.
Tutto by Da Paolo
7 Holland Village Way,
One Holland Village, #01-49/50/51
Singapore 275748
Opening Hours
Monday to Sunday : 11 am to 10 pm
Last order from the Menu at 9:30 pm
Seoul & So at National Gallery Singapore
Seoul & So at Level 5 of National Gallery Singapore is a new Korean barbecue restaurant with meat selection that covers several cuts and origins. Hanwoo, which is Korean beef, features alongside Handon, a Korean breed of pork. The restaurant also serves Japanese wagyu, Australian wagyu, USDA Prime beef and Iberico pork.
Besides the grilled mains Kimchi Jjigae ๊น์น์ฐ๊ฐ, Naengi Doenjang Jjigae ๋์ด ๋์ฅ์ฐ๊ฐ, Naeng Kalguksu ๋์นผ๊ตญ์, Buchujeon ๋ถ์ถ์ , and Japchae ์ก์ฑ are among the Korean favourites on the menu.
Diners can order ร la carte or choose a tasting menu designed for sharing. For those visiting at lunch on weekdays, set meals start from $35 per person. Read more.
Seoul & So
Level 5, National Gallery Singapore
1 St Andrewโs Road, Singapore 178957
Tel: +65 6423 2807
Opening Hours:
Lunch: noon to 3 pm
Dinner: 6 pm to 10.30 pm
Mary Grace at Tras Street
The new cafe is the first international outlet of the Filipino bakery-cafe chain, Mary Grace.
It serves the signature Ensaymadas and Cheese Rolls, alongside traditional Filipino comfort food. There will also be Singapore-exclusive creations, such as Salted Egg Ensaymada and a Kaya Pandan Cheese Roll.
Traditional Filipino comfort food on the menu includes Angus Beef Tapa ($25.50), which consists of savoury beef slices served with rosemary or garlic rice and eggs, and Grilled Chicken Inasal Focaccia ($19.50), marinated in a tangy achuete-spiced blend. For starters, the menu includes Cassava Chips with Onion Dip ($12) and a White Cheese Salad with Calamansi Vinaigrette ($18). Read more.
Mary Grace Singapore
52 Tras Street, Singapore 078991
Opening Hours: 9 am to 6 pm
Closed on Mondays
Park Side at Singapore Botanic Gardens
PS.Gourmet Group, the team behind the well known PS.Cafe brand, has launched a new casual dining concept. Named Park Side, the new all day cafe at the Singapore Botanic Gardens offers two distinct menus to its patrons.
The kitchen serves brunch plates from 8 am to 4 pm. Items for brunch includes Hummingbird Pancake ($22) and Tikka Paneer Toast ($22). The all-day menu starts at 11 am and continues until the cafe closes. It includes nibbles, larger plates, and a kidsโ menu. Expect dishes like Tamarind Hot Honey Chicken Burger ($26), Spiced Fish & Chips ($28) and Asian Tuna Tartine ($24). Vegetarian options such as Botanical Bowl ($24) and โRojakโ Salad ($22) are also available. Read more.
Park Side
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Nassim Gate, Visitor Centre
1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569
Opening Hours:
Mon โ Thurs: 8 am to 7 pm
Fri โ Sun: 8 am to 9 pm
Les Canons at IOI Central Boulevard Towers
Les Canons at IOI Central Boulevard Towers is a new French bistro that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with no item on the menu exceeding $20.
Expect items like Croque Monsieur ($8) and Avocado Toast ($10) as well as Soupe ร lโOignon ($10), Escargots with garlic butter ($12), Steak au Poivre ($19), Confit de Canard ($18), Bลuf Bourguignon ($18), and Coq au Vin ($16). Read more.
Les Canons
IOI Central Boulevard Towers, #01-07
2 Central Boulevard, Singapore
Tel: +65 8926 0726
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: Breakfast: 8.30amโ11am; All-day dining: 11amโ10pm
Saturday: All-day dining: 11amโ10pm
Closed on Sunday
Jellyfish Sushi at New Bahru
Chef Bjorn Shen has launched Jellyfish Sushi at Artichoke in New Bahru.
The 10-seat counter takes a non-traditional approach to sushi. Dishes include bread sushi, risotto sushi and Vietnamese summer roll sushi. Jellyfish builds on Shen’s earlier Bread Sushi concept from Small’s restaurant. The menu features fish paired with unexpected ingredients. Examples include sea urchin with scrambled eggs and parmesan on charred bread.
The menu has up to 12 courses and costs $165 per person. It will change every few months.
View January 2026 Menu.
Jellyfish
46 Kim Yam Road, #01-02 New Bahru
Singapore 239351
Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Saturday | 2 seatings at 6 pm and 8.15 pm
Medusa Osteria Romana at South Beach
Medusa Osteria Romana is a contemporary Italian restaurant bringing the flavours of Rome to Singapore. Inspired by the Eternal Cityโs golden 1960s, it combines a relaxed, vintage charm with hearty Roman dishes and convivial hospitality. Located at South Beach, this new restaurant offers an inviting setting for leisurely lunches, intimate dinners and celebratory gatherings alike.
Medusa Osteria Romana
26 Beach Road
#B1-22 South Beach Avenue
Singapore 189768
Opening Hours:
12 noon to 2.30pm | 6 pm to 9.45 pm
Elephant Grounds at Guoco Midtown
The Hong Kong cafe is known for house-roasted specialty coffee and all-day dining. The new Elephant Grounds at Guoco Midtown operates as a roastery, bakery and restaurant.
The Singapore outlet is the second globally to feature an on site production kitchen with a dedicated baking team. Fresh breads, pastries and croissants will be baked throughout the day. The signature croissant uses a non-traditional lamination technique combining French and Japanese methods. Varieties include chocolate, almond and banoffee.
Coffee beans are sourced from Ijen Lestari, a Cup of Excellence-winning farm in East Java, and roasted in-house. The OG Blend is available as whole beans, drip bags and capsules. The drinks menu also includes premium matcha, teas and alcoholic options.
Food offerings span all day brunch items such as shakshuka served with toasted sourdough, chorizo and feta, or a plant-based version with tofu and zucchini. Pancakes come with maple syrup or wild berries. The aรงai yoghurt bowl features Founders’ Granola made with rolled oats, dried apricots and maple syrup.
Elephant Grounds Singapore
Guoco Midtown I, #01-04
28 Beach Road
Singapore 189771