80+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Singapore [April 2021]
With more than 50 new restaurants and dozens of new cafes, bakeries, dessert bars and specialty food stores, there was no shortage of action around town over the past month.
New players with a first outlet during March 2021, which are highlighted with a [NEW] prefix in the listing below, include Makanan Bollywood, MoMiJi Cafe and Pickle Bakery.
There's also new outlets from Seoul Garden Hotpot, W Acai and Wine Connection.
Our personal favourite, though, is La Boca Bistro Bar, serving up Cuban fusion cuisine and Caribbean flavours.
Here's a review of what to look for on your culinary and entertainment journey around town during April 2021:
Restaurants & Bars
NEW Waku GhinLocation: The Shoppes Marina Bay Sands, Bayfront & GardensWhat to expect:Japanese and European omakase and signature cocktails
GopizzaLocation: Suntec City Mall, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Ellipse-shaped pizzas made with par-baked dough
NEW Red Dragon BistroLocation: Suntec City Mall, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Comfort food, beers and cocktails
Coco Veggie NyonyaLocation: Marina Square, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Vegetarian Indonesian Nonya dishes
NEW Wanton Seng's Eating HouseLocation: Millenia Walk, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Traditional wanton mee noodles with a modern twist
NEW Qin Restaurant & BarLocation: City CBD, China SquareWhat to expect:Modern and classic Asian cuisine and desserts
NEW BulageLocation: Oxley Raffles/Change Alley, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Spicy Sichuan hot pot dishes and mala soups
NEW Signature ReserveLocation: The Fullerton Hotel, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Whiskies and bar bites served by whisky butlers
The Original VadaiLocation: MND Complex B, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Crisp and fluffy prawn vadai
Qin Ji RougamoLocation: Guoco Tower, Tanjong PagarWhat to expect:Chinese cripsy-bun burgers and spicy hot pots
NEW Anju RestaurantLocation: City CBD, Tanjong PagarWhat to expect:Modern gourmet Korean cuisine
NEW Miso SalmonLocation: City CBD, Tanjong PagarWhat to expect:Japanese miso soup based meals
NEW Gio RestaurantLocation: City CBD, Tanjong PagarWhat to expect:Italian regional cuisine with a modern twist
Tamago-enLocation: VivoCity, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:All-day breakfast, salads, sandwiches, omu rice and desserts
Pho StreetLocation: Clementi, Clementi WestWhat to expect:Popular street food and hawker fare
Niigata DonburiLocation: Clementi, Clementi WestWhat to expect:Japanese donburi rice bowls and sets
Eighteen ChefsLocation: The Clementi Mall, Clementi CentralWhat to expect:Pastas, burgers and make-your-own dishes
Seoul Garden HotpotLocation: The Clementi Mall, Clementi CentralWhat to expect:Korean hot pot dishes and soups
Shi Hui YuanLocation: Tiong Bahru Plaza, Tiong BahruWhat to expect:Singapore-style hor fun with a signature collagen-rich gravy
QuiznosLocation: Tiong Bahru Plaza, Tiong BahruWhat to expect:Salads, subs, sandwiches and pizzas
NEW Makanan BollywoodLocation: Funan, City HallWhat to expect:Indian Muslim dishes, dum briyani roti-prata and noodles
Yang Guo FuLocation: Esplanade MRT Station, City HallWhat to expect:Mala hot pot dishes and signature soups
NEW La Boca Bistro BarLocation: City East, Kampong GlamWhat to expect:Cuban fusion cuisine and the flavours from the Caribbean
The Original VadaiLocation: Golden Mile Food Centre, Kallang BasinWhat to expect:Crisp and fluffy prawn vadai
The Oyster BankLocation: Great World, HavelockWhat to expect:Seafood platters and rice bowls, beers and cocktails
Pho StreetLocation: ION Orchard, ScottsWhat to expect:Popular street food and hawker fare
NEW Aux BacchanalesLocation: Plaza Singapura, Dhoby GhautWhat to expect:Modern French cuisine, salads, pastries and wines
GopizzaLocation: Plaza Singapura, Dhoby GhautWhat to expect:Ellipse-shaped pizzas made with par-baked dough
NEW FukuiLocation: Singapore River, Robertson QuayWhat to expect:Japanese sushi, sashimi and an omakase dining experience
GudShtLocation: Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, SomersetWhat to expect:Signature cocktails, whiskies and spirits with home delivery
NEW Bee's Knees PetiteLocation: Botanic Gardens, Botanic GardensWhat to expect:Kid-friendly food, desserts and beverages
NEW AquadisiacLocation: The Grandstand Turf Club, Bukit TinggiWhat to expect:Modern European cuisine, burgers, pasta and cakes
Coriander LeafLocation: Singapore Polo Club, Mount PleasantWhat to expect:Modern and traditional Asian cuisine
Huo Yan Shai Zi NiuLocation: Velocity Novena Square, Novena CentralWhat to expect:Taiwan-style flame-grilled beef cubes
SubwayLocation: The Poiz Centre, Potong PasirWhat to expect:Salads, wraps and sandwiches
NEW Fuel XLocation: The Venue Shoppes, MacPherson NorthWhat to expect:All-day brunch, salads, pastas, main dishes and coffees
NEW Salmon WarriorLocation: SingPost Centre, EunosWhat to expect:Fresh Norweigian salmon grain bowls
NEW Gaijin IzakayaLocation: Aspial Building, UbiWhat to expect:Japanese sake, cocktails, sushi and grills
Burger KingLocation: Coastal PlayGrove, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Burgers, fries, salads, ice cream and sundaes
Wine Connection Cheese BarLocation: Siglap, SiglapWhat to expect:Cheese salads and cold-cut platters and signature raclette dish
Viva LocaLocation: Changi City Point, Changi SouthWhat to expect:European and local cuisine, beers and cocktails
SubwayLocation: Aspella, CompassvaleWhat to expect:Salads, wraps and sandwiches
Din Tai FungLocation: Compass One, Sengkang CentralWhat to expect:Signature xiao long baos, chicken soup with noodles, rice and desserts
Kingsman Bar BistroLocation: Thomson Plaza, Bishan WestWhat to expect:Western-style cuisine, burgers, steaks and salads
Wan Xing Mala Hot PotLocation: Ang Mio Kio, Ang Mio Kio WestWhat to expect:Mala hot pot dishes and soups
NEW YC Dining & BarLocation: Vision Exchange, Jurong EastWhat to expect:Pastas, burgers, pizzas, skewers and cocktails
Eighteen ChefsLocation: JCube, Jurong EastWhat to expect:Pastas, burgers and make-your-own dishes
Ela RestaurantLocation: HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Bukit BatokWhat to expect:Traditional Greek dishes and mezza
Wan Xing Mala Hot PotLocation: Yew Tee Point, Yew TreeWhat to expect:Mala hot pot dishes and soups
Shake Shake in a TubLocation: Food Xchange Admiralty, SembawangWhat to expect:Flavoured French fries, wings and popcorn chicken in a tub
Ichikokudo Hokkaido RamenLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Halal-certified ramen noodles and soups
Traditional Sarawak Kolo MeeLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Springy egg noodles with minced meat and crispy shallots
NEW BBBurgersLocation: Punggol Plaza, PunggolWhat to expect:Korean smashed burgers
NEW Grandma's RecipeLocation: Waterway Sunway, PunggolWhat to expect:Nasi lemak, coconut rice, chicken, sambal sauce and ikan bilis
NEW Xian Dan Chao RenLocation: Waterway Point, PunggolWhat to expect:Signature salted egg-themed dishes and meals
Cafes & Kopitiams
Fun ToastLocation: PLUS Building, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Kaya toast, kopi and teh and local street food
NEW Butler KoffeeLocation: Kreta Ayer Heights, ChinatownWhat to expect:Specialty and cold brew coffees
NEW Equate CoffeeLocation: Tanjong Pagar Plaza, Tanjong PagarWhat to expect:Coffees and cakes
Hill Street Coffee ShopLocation: Clementi, Clementi WestWhat to expect:traditional kaya toast, kopi, teh and local street food
NEW Fahrenheit CoffeeLocation: Fu Yuen Building, BugisWhat to expect:Specialty coffees, kaya toast, banana bread and canele
NEW Cookie & CuddleLocation: Kallang, LavenderWhat to expect:Coffees and dog-shapes biscuits
NEW The NeptuneLocation: Katong, KatongWhat to expect:Breakfast, lunch and dinner meals with coffee
OldTown White CoffeeLocation: Coastal PlayGrove, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Kopi, teh and Malay steet food
NEW Chanterelle CafeLocation: Siglap V, SiglapWhat to expect:Coffees, iced beverages, sandwiches, light meals and cakes
NEW La Fez Cafe & BakeryLocation: Springvale Condo, SiglapWhat to expect:Coffees, teas, cakes, pastries, pancakes and Moroccan dishes
NEW A Beautiful DayLocation: Changi City Point, Changi SouthWhat to expect:All-day brunch, peri peri dishes, souffle pancakes and desserts
Kaffe & ToastLocation: Changi General Hospital, Tampines SouthWhat to expect:Traditional kaya toast, kopi, teh and local street food
NEW Gentle RoastLocation: Bishan, Bishan WestWhat to expect:Western-style cuisine, brunch, pastas, sandwiches and coffees
NEW MoMiJi CafeLocation: KAP Residences, King Albert ParkWhat to expect:Coffees, matcha teas, sandwiches, miso soups and light meals
Killiney KopitiamLocation: Sembawang Shopping Centre, SembawangWhat to expect:Kaya toast, kopi and teh and local street food
Killiney KopitiamLocation: Wisteria Mall, Yishun SouthWhat to expect:Kaya toast, kopi and teh and local street food
Food Courts & Hawker Centres
NEW Katong KanteenLocation: Mountbatten, MountbattenWhat to expect:Cantonese zi char and roasted meats and Japanese burgers
Food SplashLocation: Coastal PlayGrove, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Asian and Singaporean street food and hawker fare
Desserts & Iced Beverages
NEW Joy Luck Yum SingLocation: Funan, City HallWhat to expect:Caffeine-free bubble teas, cold brews and iced beverages
W AcaiLocation: Bugis Junction, BugisWhat to expect:Acai fruit bowls, frozen yoghurt and smoothies
NEW Momolato CafeLocation: City East, Kampong GlamWhat to expect:Gelato ice creams, waffles, cones and smoothies
NEW Tian WangLocation: Kallang, Little IndiaWhat to expect:Durian mousse, mango sago and yam paste desserts
Yanmi YogurtLocation: SingPost Centre, EunosWhat to expect:The colour of purple: yam-based yoghurt drinks
SmooyLocation: Parkway Parade, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Frozen yoghurts and smoothies
NEW Lick D CreamLocation: Bedok Town Centre, Bedok NorthWhat to expect:Gelato ice creams with local flavours and pandan waffles
ArteaLocation: Reservoir Village, Bedok ReservoirWhat to expect:Iced tea lattes, fruit teas and souffle pancakes
Phat Chic ForeverLocation: Changi Village, Changi WestWhat to expect:Ice cream, waffles, bubble teas and coffees
SmooyLocation: Our Tampines Hub, Tampines EastWhat to expect:Frozen yoghurts and smoothies
NEW Hey MilkLocation: Teck Ghee Heartlands, Ang Mo Kio SouthWhat to expect:Milk and fruit bubbles teas and waffles
ApiaryLocation: Jubilee Square, Ang Mio Kio CentralWhat to expect:Ice creams, sorbets, waffles and espresso coffees
Cat & The Fiddle by Daniel TayLocation: Woods Square, WoodlandsWhat to expect:Asian-inspired gourmet cheesecakes
Chicha San ChenLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Hot and cold bubble teas
Yomie's Rice x YogurtLocation: The Seletar Mall, FernvaleWhat to expect:Healthy purple rice and yoghurt drinks
Bakeries & Cake Shops
Au CroissantLocation: Millenia Walk, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Sweet and savoury croissants and pastries
NEW Pickle BakeryLocation: Everton Park, Outram SouthWhat to expect:Sourdough breads, pastries, viennoseries and tartines
Korfe Korean BakeryLocation: ION Orchard, ScottsWhat to expect:Traditional Korean buns and croissants
Braddell HK PastriesLocation: Toa Payoh North, Toa Payoh NorthWhat to expect:Traditional Hong Kong-style egg tarts and pastries
Patisserie CLELocation: Lucky Court, Bedok SouthWhat to expect:French-inspired cakes, desserts, pastries and tarts
Muyoo BakeryLocation: Changi City Point, Changi SouthWhat to expect:Freshly-baked breads, cakes and doughnuts
NEW Chu and Co.Location: Serangoon Gardens, Serangoon GardensWhat to expect:Sourdough breads, vegan bakes and gelato ice creams
Dough CultureLocation: Sun Plaza, SembawangWhat to expect:Dough snacks such as you tiao, butterfly bun, banana fritters
Specialty Foods & Beverages
NEW The Tea CraftersLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:Artisan teas, teaware, accessories and workshops
Wine ConnectionLocation: Siglap, SiglapWhat to expect:Wines, whiskies, spirits and accessories
Fragrance Bak KwaLocation: Canberra Plaza, SembawangWhat to expect:BBQ bak kwa, pork floss, Chinese sausages and mooncakes
SnacKing Retro BiscuitsLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Chinese-style biscuits and snacks
The 1872 Clipper Tea CoLocation: Jewel Changi Airport, Changi AirportWhat to expect:Artisan teas and accessories
Food Kitchens & Delivery Services
The Social KitchenLocation: Gardens by the Bay, Marina SouthWhat to expect:Singaporean and Western cuisine
Night Clubs & Music Lounges
NEW Atico Lounge by 1-AticoLocation: ION Orchard, ScottsWhat to expect:Lounge bar and dance floor
Earlier New Places F&B reviews:
New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [March 2021]
New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [February 2021]
New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [January 2021]
New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [December 2020]
New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [November 2020]
New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [October 2020]
To let us know of other new venues, or those about to be launched, please feel free to drop us a line via VueAssist.
Main image & photo credit: La Boca Bistro Bar