70+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bars in Singapore [February 2021]
With more than 70 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 January 2021, which are highlighted with a [NEW] prefix in the listing below, include Sakemaru Artisan Sake Hideout, Emi's Waffle & Gelato and rrooll.
Rabbit & Fox and Crolo are new brand concepts from LiHO Tea and Swee Heng Bakery respectively, while Wrap Bstrd and The Fabulous Baker Boy have popped up in new locations.
There's also new outlets from Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, HeyTea and Nasty Cookie.
Amongst others, it's sayonara to Dan Ryan's Chicago Grill (Tanglin Place), Burger+ (Wisma Atria and The Central @ Clarke Quay) and Fireless Kitchen (Funan),
Our personal favourite, though, is Fusez Grill & Bar; Donburi bowls, pizzas and grills with an Asian influence.
Here's a review of what to look for on your culinary and entertainment journey around town during February 2021:
Restaurants & Bars
NuodleLocation: Marina Bay Link Mall, Financial DistrictWhat to expect:Lanzhou-style la mian pulled noodles and soups
NEW SommerLocation: The Sail Marina Bay, Financial DistrictWhat to expect:Modern European cuisine and desserts
Romankan YokohamaLocation: Millenia Walk, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Tonkatsu-style fried pork loin, rice, miso soup and sandwiches
Hjh Maimunah RestaurantLocation: Hong Leong Building, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Traditional Malay and Indonesian cuisine
Pasta e FormaggioLocation: Royal Group Building, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Fusion cuisine-inspired pasta, pizza, risotto, tapas and salads
MOS BurgerLocation: One Fullerton, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Asian-style burgers, fries, soups, ice cream and soft drinks
NEW Fusez Grill & BarLocation: PLUS Building, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Donburi bowls, pizzas and grills with an Asian influence
NEW Sakemaru Artisan Sake HideoutLocation: Singapore River, Boat QuayWhat to expect:Kappo-style Japanese cuisine and sake
Fresh Taste Big Prawn NoodleLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:lobster and prawn ramen noodles and soups
NEW Kakurega The LairLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:Sake and yakitori grills, kushiyaki and kobachi dishes
Prata WalaLocation: Chinatown Point, ChinatownWhat to expect:Roti prata, biryani, curries, thosai and vegetarian dishes
NEW PerseaLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:Mediterranean-inspired low-carb menu and cocktails
HashidaLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:Multi-cuisine omakase dining experience
NEW Nixta Mexican Grill & BarLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:Wood-fired rotisserie grills with signature cocktails
NEW Itaewon JjajangLocation: City CBD, Tanjong PagarWhat to expect:Korean-Chinese cuisine, noodles and soups
NEW Shine Bar & GrillLocation: 10 Raeburn Park, Outram SouthWhat to expect:Fish head steamboat and seafood BBQ buffet
NEW Green CommonLocation: VivoCity, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:plant-based meals, salads, beverages and seeds
Riverside Grilled FishLocation: VivoCity, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:Chinese-style seafood and grills
Shi Hui YuanLocation: VivoCity, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:Singapore-style hor fun with a signature collagen-rich gravy
Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui KuehLocation: HarbourFront Centre, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:Yam and rice cakes, nasi lemak, otah and hawker fare
Wok MasterLocation: Mapletree Business City 1, Alexandra Business ParkWhat to expect:Zi char and local favourites such as chilli crab and curry fish-head
Eat 3 BowlsLocation: West Coast, Pasir Panjang ParkWhat to expect:Chicken rice, herbal pork rib soups and iced beverages
Mam MamLocation: NUH Health Systems Building, NUS Kent RidgeWhat to expect:Traditional Singaporean street food
My Makan PlaceLocation: PSA Building, Alexandra Business ParkWhat to expect:Indonesian cuisine and street food
Wok in BurgerLocation: Alexandra Village, RedhillWhat to expect:Western-style burgers feature local zi char dishes
NEW Hush by MimiLocation: Clarke Quay, Clarke QuayWhat to expect:Modern Asian tapas and cocktails
NEW Yum SingLocation: Clarke Quay, Clarke QuayWhat to expect:Singaporean heritage cuisine and Singapore Slings
NEW Hanjip Grill HouseLocation: Clarke Quay, Clarke QuayWhat to expect:Korean BBQ and grill using premium cuts of meats
NEW TanokeLocation: City East, BugisWhat to expect:Wagyu beef steaks, rice bowls, soups, salads and sake
Khaosan ThaiLocation: Hotel Boss, Kallang BasinWhat to expect:Thai seafood glass noodles
NEW Happy Ending Pizza ParlourLocation: City Gate, Kallang BasinWhat to expect:Traditional and signature pizzas with bottled coffees
NEW Lobster AirLocation: City Gate, Kallang BasinWhat to expect:lobster-inspired salads, mains, pastas and soups
The Fabulous Baker BoyLocation: Aliwal Art Centre, Kampong GlamWhat to expect:Asian and Western cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner
NEW GudShtLocation: Ann Chuan Complex, LavenderWhat to expect:Signature cocktails, whiskies and spirits with home delivery
NEW KushiboyLocation: Kallang, Little IndiaWhat to expect:Singaporean and Japanese fusion cuisine
Char-Grill BarLocation: ARC, LavenderWhat to expect:Western-style grills and salads
La Jia RestaurantLocation: Wilkie Edge, SelegieWhat to expect:Chinese Sichuan-style cuisine
NEW Hat Yai Noodle BarLocation: Orchard Gateway Somerset, SomersetWhat to expect:Halal Thai boat noodles, desserts and drinks
Nozomi by YoshiLocation: Forum The Shopping Mall, ScottsWhat to expect:Omakase bento boxes, chirashi and wagyu beef bowls
NEW Prairie by CraftsmenLocation: Cluny Court, Botanic GardensWhat to expect:healthy Western-style fare and coffees
NEW Takeshi-SanLocation: Holland, Holland VillageWhat to expect:Sushi, sashimi, chirashi donburi bowls and sake
NEW House DownstairsLocation: Ulu Pandan Community Centre, Ghim MohWhat to expect:Light meals, local dishes, coffees, teas and pastries
Siam KitchenLocation: Safra Clubhouse Toa Payoh, Toa Pahoh EastWhat to expect:Home-style cuisine and traditional street food
Suki-SukiLocation: Safra Clubhouse Toa Payoh, Toa Pahoh EastWhat to expect:Halal Thai-style hot pots and soups
NEW Teahouse 1973Location: Sims Vista, AljuneidWhat to expect:Malaysia cuisine, burgers, desserts and high tea
Grove CafeLocation: SingPost Centre, EunosWhat to expect:Meat-free Japanese and Western cuisine
NEW Seng Coffee BarLocation: Bedok, KembanganWhat to expect:All-day breakfasts, burgers, pastas, salads and coffees
Wrap BstrdLocation: Mountbatten, MountbattenWhat to expect:Asian-inspired wraps and soups
Shang Pin Hot PotLocation: Parkway Parade, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Sichuan-style hot pot dishes and soups
Seoul Garden HotpotLocation: Parkway Parade, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Korean hot pot dishes and soups
Burock CuisineLocation: Garden Hill, Bedok NorthWhat to expect:Malaysian-style ramli burgers and fries
Song Fa Bak Kut TehLocation: UE Bizhub East CBP, Changi SouthWhat to expect:Teochew pork rib soups (bak kut teh)
Gaku Sushi BarLocation: Downtown East, Pasir Ris DriveWhat to expect:Sushi, sashimi and bento boxes
NEW Ninja ChirashiLocation: Golden Pines, Tampines WestWhat to expect:Chirashi donburi rice bowls
NEW Seoul SedapLocation: Tampines, Tampines EastWhat to expect:Muslim-friendly Korean army stews
Ramen HitoyoshiLocation: Our Tampines Hub, Tampines EastWhat to expect:Tonkotsu ramen noodles and donburi rice bowls
Traditional Sarawak Kolo MeeLocation: Century Square, Tampines EastWhat to expect:Springy egg noodles with minced meat and crispy shallots
Seorae KoreanLocation: Tampines Mall, Tampines EastWhat to expect:Korean grills, army stews and bingsu ice creams
Nam Kee PauLocation: Buangkok Square MSCP, Hougang NorthWhat to expect:Handmade traditional pau and buns
GopizzaLocation: The Midtown Residences, Hougang NorthWhat to expect:Ellipse-shaped pizzas made with par-baked dough
NEW 168 HuatLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon SouthWhat to expect:Nasi lemak with fried chicken wings and coconut rice
NEW Fig & FiddleLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon SouthWhat to expect:Fish and chips, grilled chops, pizzas and burgers
NEW Korean MamaLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon SouthWhat to expect:Korean fried chicken, army stews and kimchi soups
NEW ThaitaniumLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon SouthWhat to expect:Thai fried chicken, pad Thai and kra pow
Gochi-So ShokudoLocation: Hougang 1, Hougang NorthWhat to expect:Iberian pork tonkatsu noodles and curries
Genki SushiLocation: Serangoon NEX, Serangoon CentralWhat to expect:Sushi, sashimi, rice, noodles and desserts on a kaizen-style conveyor belt
Five GuysLocation: Serangoon NEX, Serangoon CentralWhat to expect:Burgers, hot dogs, fries, sandwiches and milkshakes
UmisushiLocation: Serangoon NEX, Serangoon CentralWhat to expect:Sushi, sashimi and bento sets
Putien RestaurantLocation: Westgate, Jurong EastWhat to expect:Chinese Fujian-style cuisine and desserts
Lam's SignaturesLocation: JEM, Jurong EastWhat to expect:Chinese-style abalone noodles and salt-baked chicken
Yu DingLocation: Bukit Panjang Plaza, Bukit PanjangWhat to expect:Singapore-style chicken rice and minced meat noodles
ANDES by AstonsLocation: Woods Square, WoodlandsWhat to expect:Steaks, seafood and salads
Gerill BabLocation: Canberra Plaza, SembawangWhat to expect:Korean BBQ grilled meats, rice, noodles and salads
Indulge ExpressLocation: Blossom Spring MSCP, Yishun EastWhat to expect:Western-style cuisine, pastas, steaks and grills
NEW Love De TasteLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Korean BBQ grills, bibimbap, fried chicken and soup bowls
Devil ChickenLocation: Jewel Changi Airport, Changi AirportWhat to expect:Fried chicken cutlets coated in batter and seasoning
NEW Satay SumangLocation: Matilda Portico, PunggolWhat to expect:Chicken, beef and prawn satay skewers
Cafes & Kopitiams
The Coffee AcademicsLocation: Millenia Walk, Marina CentreWhat to expect:Coffee, iced beverages, pastries and cakes
NEW The Baking CloudLocation: Singapore River, Boat QuayWhat to expect:coffees, crioissants, cakes and alcoholic cakes
Gloria Jean's CoffeesLocation: West Coast Plaza, Clementi SouthWhat to expect:Coffee, iced beverages, sandwiches, salads, pastries and cakes
AlchemistLocation: The Mill, RedhillWhat to expect:Coffee and iced beverages
Tuk Tuk ChaLocation: Alexandra Central, RedhillWhat to expect:Thai milk tea, shibuya toast and street food
The Coffee Bean & Tea LeafLocation: Raffles City Shopping Centre, City HallWhat to expect:Coffee, tea, cakes, sandwiches, pastas, pastries and salads
Typhoon CafeLocation: BugisPlus, BugisWhat to expect:Artisan fruit teas and desserts
NEW The Secret GardenLocation: City East, Kampong GlamWhat to expect:Halal French-style cuisine, brunch and high teas
NEW Zero Degree CelsiusLocation: UBS Building, Dhoby GhautWhat to expect:Coffees, teas, cold brews and pound cakes.
NEW The Brewing GroundLocation: The Yards, Telok KurauWhat to expect:coffees, breakfasts, burgers, pastas, desserts and wines
Flash CoffeeLocation: Changi City Point, Changi SouthWhat to expect:Signature coffees, iced beverages and shakes
NEW Brew & Co.Location: AMK Central, Ang Mio Kio CentralWhat to expect:Artisan coffees and pastries
Fun ToastLocation: Le Quest, Bukit BatokWhat to expect:Kaya toast, kopi and teh and local street food
Food Courts & Hawker Centres
NEW Housemen's CanteenLocation: MOH Housemans Canteen, Outram SouthWhat to expect:local breakfast dishes, street food and cakes
NEW Clickafood SGLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon SouthWhat to expect:Asian & Western cuisine with a beverage bar
Desserts & Iced Beverages
NEW Madam OozeLocation: Outram, ChinatownWhat to expect:Ice creams served with croissants
Yanmi YogurtLocation: Chinatown Point, ChinatownWhat to expect:The colour of purple: yam-based yoghurt drinks
HeyTeaLocation: VivoCity, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:Cheese, fruit and seasonal hot and cold teas
Cat & The Fiddle by Daniel TayLocation: VivoCity, HarbourFrontWhat to expect:Asian-inspired gourmet cheesecakes
R&B TeaLocation: Connexis Fusionopolis One, one-northWhat to expect:Milk and fruit teas, cheese teas, macchia teas and yoghurt drinks
Hang Heung BakeryLocation: Raffles City Shopping Centre, City HallWhat to expect:Hong Kong-style mooncakes, egg rolls and pastries
NEW Jus Juice ItLocation: V Hotel Lavender, LavenderWhat to expect:Hand-crafted fresh fruit juices
Three's A CrowdLocation: Kallang, Little IndiaWhat to expect:ice creams, waffles and freshly-baked brownies
NEW 82 OwnLocation: The Cathay, Dhoby GhautWhat to expect:macarons with bingsu, corndogs and croffles
LiHo TeaLocation: Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station, Dhoby GhautWhat to expect:Cheese-flavoured, fruit and milk bubble teas
NEW Rabbit & Fox by LiHOLocation: OG Orchard Point, SomersetWhat to expect:All-day brunch, cakes and teapresso iced beverages
Signature by Koi TheLocation: Tang Plaza, ScottsWhat to expect:Artisan teas, bubble teas and macchiatos
Yomie's Rice x YogurtLocation: Ngee Ann City Tower B, ScottsWhat to expect:Healthy purple rice and yoghurt drinks
Koi The ExpressLocation: Holland Village MRT Station, Holland VillageWhat to expect:Artisan bubble and milk and macchiatos
Chicha San ChenLocation: Velocity Novena Square, Novena CentralWhat to expect:Hot and cold bubble teas
NEW Sweet Hut DessertLocation: Aljuneid, AljuneidWhat to expect:Bubble teas, desserts, finger foods and snacks
MilkshaLocation: Changi City Point, Changi SouthWhat to expect:Taiwanese milk teas, fruit teas and smoothies
NEW Emi's Waffle & GelatoLocation: Tampines, Tampines WestWhat to expect:Gelato ice creams and waffles in an array of flavours
NEW HeLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon SouthWhat to expect:Iced black and milk teas and coffees
LiHo TeaLocation: Hougang Mall, Hougang NorthWhat to expect:Cheese-flavoured, fruit and milk bubble teas
Machi MachiLocation: Serangoon, Serangoon GardensWhat to expect:Tea lattes with fresh fruit, milk teas with pearls and panna cotta
Meme XpressLocation: Upper Bukit Timah, Bukit BatokWhat to expect:Brown sugar bubble teas and yoghurt beverages
TeabraryLocation: Le Quest, Bukit BatokWhat to expect:Artisan, black and green milk teas and desserts
Cat & The Fiddle by Daniel TayLocation: Bukit Panjang Plaza, Bukit PanjangWhat to expect:Asian-inspired gourmet cheesecakes
CocoNutNutLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Coconut gelato ice creams, fresh juice and smoothies
Chicha San ChenLocation: Changi Airport Terminal 3, Changi AirportWhat to expect:Hot and cold bubble teas
Supermarkets & Convenience Stores
CheersLocation: Our Tampines Hub, Tampines EastWhat to expect:Quick bites, beverages and lifestyle essentials
K-MarketLocation: Eastpoint Mall, Tampines SouthWhat to expect:Korean foodstuffs and beverages
Bakeries & Cake Shops
Awfully ChocolateLocation: CPF Building City CBD, Raffles PlaceWhat to expect:Chocolate cakes and pastries
NEW WunderfolksLocation: Mei Ling Vista, QueenswayWhat to expect:Chocolate, lemon and fruit-flavoured tarts
NEW BrotherBird CoffeehouseLocation: City East, Kampong GlamWhat to expect:Artisan mochi criossants and specialty coffees
La PasteleriaLocation: UE Shopping Centre, Robertson QuayWhat to expect:Freshly-baked breads, pastries and toasted sandwiches
Dough CultureLocation: SingPost Centre, EunosWhat to expect:Dough snacks such as you tiao, butterfly bun, banana fritters
Joy Luck TeahouseLocation: Parkway Parade, Marine ParadeWhat to expect:Hong Kong-style egg tarts, pineapple buns and milk teas
NEW The Bread RackLocation: Space Kovan, KovanWhat to expect:Artisan sourdough breads, croissants and pastries
Korfe Korean BakeryLocation: Djitsun Mall, Ang Mio Kio CentralWhat to expect:Traditional Korean buns and croissants
NEW CroloLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Bolo croissants with a range of fillings
NEW RroollLocation: Jewel Changi Airport, Changi AirportWhat to expect:Freshly-baked cinnamon rolls wand toppings
Specialty Foods & Beverages
Nasty CookieLocation: Orchard Gateway Somerset, SomersetWhat to expect:Gourmet cookies made with dark couverture chocolate
Good Old DaysLocation: Marine Terrace Haven, MountbattenWhat to expect:Chinese-style biscuits and snacks
Nespresso BoutiqueLocation: Westgate, Jurong EastWhat to expect:Coffees capsules and coffee-making machines
Ben ShengLocation: Northpoint City, Yishun CentralWhat to expect:Raw cereals and nutrition supplements
Night Clubs & Music Lounges
K.Star KaraokeLocation: Plaza Singapura, Dhoby GhautWhat to expect:Karaoke rooms and an extensive music catalogue
Earlier New Places F&B reviews:
150+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [January 2021]
110+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [December 2020]
110+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [November 2020]
70+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [October 2020]
70+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [September 2020]
20+ New Restaurants, Cafes and Bar in Singapore [August 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: Fusez Grill & Bar