Singapore is full of delightful cafes and restaurants offering a range of benefits that make them worthwhile dining destinations. Particularly, there is always new cafes and restaurants popping up around the city. These establishments offer diverse cuisine in a vibrant setting, perfect for relaxed gatherings with friends or family. Here are 10 of the best new cafes and restaurants to try in Singapore this August 2026.
Loulouca
The chic new French dessert atelier, Loulouca, is helmed by award-winning Louisa Lim (the former head pastry chef of three Michelin-starred Odette). It’s the perfect place to try elevated pastries, crafted cakes, ice cream, and specialty coffee.
Xava Skybar opened on August 1 with panoramic Marina Bay views and an immersive LED ceiling. Located at National Gallery, it’s a massive new all-day dining and nightlife spot with an elevated menu, delightful drinks, and 2-course lunch sets from only $38. Definitely, one of the best new restaurants in Singapore.
Jing Studio
The new Jing Studio provides a unique and intimate tea experience hidden inside the 140-year-old restored House of Tan Yeok Nee on Penang Road. The exclusive 8-seater Chinese tea bar focuses on relaxing and artisan brews, alongside treats like mochi and pastries—making it a perfect quiet escape from the city’s chaos.
Southeast Asia’s first POP MART Bakery opened in Sentosa. If you’re after a whimsical new cafe experience this month, this bakery serves character-themed desserts, exclusive Singapore items, and collectible tins. The immersive cafe features items like Labubu butter cookies, MOLLY chocolates, Twinkle Twinkle bites, and more.
Touchwood Breakfast Bar
Singapore’s quiet residential area of Joo Chiat is hiding a brilliant new weekend-only breakfast concept by Brotherbird Bakehouse. The new cafe is known for hearty and affordable breakfast staples including rare, fluffy English muffin sandwiches. Plus, there’s a number of excellent bakes to pair it with. Definitely, one of the best new restaurants in Singapore.
Tiffany & Co. opened its first Blue Box Cafe in Southeast Asia at ION Orchard last month. Adding a touch of luxury to this month’s lineup and with a menu developed by Chef Julien Royer. The cafe offers Breakfast at Tiffany’s, a three-tier Tea at Tiffany’s, and all-day French-American dishes featuring Singaporean ingredients, and more.
11 Westside
11 Westside brings authentic Los Angeles-style Mexican street food to Singapore. Helmed by Taco King Chef Esdras Ochoa, famous for his Netflix The Final Table appearance, you can enjoy a range of authentic corn tortillas made fresh daily. From Baja Fish taco to Carne Asada, paired with breezy margaritas, and more…you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Milli – Sky Dining, Bar & Lounge
National Gallery Singapore is home to a brand-new rooftop restaurant with scenic Marina Bay views. Milli is a wonderful dining and nightlife destination located on level 6, offering shareable, flavour-forward dishes with a playful twist. From Roasted Spring Chicken Rice Paella to Prata Pizza, and Chili Crab Ice Cream…your taste buds will go on an adventure. Plus, there are local-inspired cocktails available at the lounge on Level 5 which opens until 4am over the weekends.
Between Buns Deli
Between Buns Deli stands out as one of Singapore’s hottest new restaurants for bold, inventive, humble sandwiches in the heart of the CBD. Tuck into overstuffed creations like tuna melts, French dips, breakfast sandwiches, and much more at an affordable price.
Quan Hotpot
Quan Hotpot is a premium hot pot experience that perfectly blends luxury and accessibility at Resorts World Sentosa. The new restaurant offers a value-for-money set loaded with high-end ingredients like Korean tiger prawns, Australian wagyu beef, laksa, and focuses on a philosophy of the Five Elements of flavour.
