Michelin star restaurants are recognised for their culinary excellence around the world. And it just so happens that Singapore boasts more than 50 exceptional Michelin star restaurants offering diverse cuisine and a blend of flavour, personality, and cooking techniques for a unique and memorable dining experience. From traditional Peranakan to modern innovative European, and more…diners are truly spoilt for exquisite options. Here are 10 of the best Michelin star restaurants in Singapore.
1. Pangium
Pangium, is a new restaurant hidden at Singapore Botanic Gardens, which was awarded a One Michelin star. The Michelin star restaurant is led by Malcolm Lee and focuses on contemporary Straits and Peranakan cuisine. The restaurant is named after the pangium plant, which is central to Peranakan cooking, and offers a creative tasting menu of traditional family recipes. The intimate setting, providing sweeping 180-degree views of tropical gardens, adds to the atmosphere. In fact, Michelin-starred restaurant Candlenut is also owned by Lee.
📍11 Gallop Road Gallop Entrance, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore
2. Thevar
Thevar is a two Michelin star modern Indian restaurant celebrated for its innovative approach to Indian cuisine. Helmed by Chef Mano Thevar, the restaurant offers Indian-inspired dishes with a modern twist blending traditional flavours and European culinary techniques. The food has been described as ”outstanding” and restaurant featured on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list last year. From signature dishes like Chettinad Chicken Roti to Brittany Lobster, Duck Dosi, vegetarian bites, and more…the multi-course tasting menu has satisfactory items to delight diners. Add a cocktail for some extra pleasure!
📍9 Keong Saik Rd, Singapore 089117
3. Restaurant JAG
This highly-reviewed, one Michelin-star French restaurant is the ultimate establishment for a fine dining meal with custom wine pairings. Step inside a stunning revamped 19th century warehouse, overlooking the Singapore River, and be wowed by exceptional dishes, from seasonal protein dinners, to vegetarian options, and more. Definitely, JAG is a wonderful location for your next meal.
📍41 Robertson Quay, #02-02 STPI Creative Workshop and Gallery, Singapore 238236
4. Willow
Chef Nicolas Tam concepted the prestigious Willow in 2022 which quickly gained recognition as a Michelin star restaurant. It offers contemporary pan-Asian cuisine, with an innovative twist, in a serene setting in Singapore’s Central Business District. Diners can enjoy sustainable dishes with a blend of French techniques and Japanese ingredients from the ever-changing menu. Excellently, there are tables and private rooms perfect for group meals, as well as a 10-seater counter overlooking the kitchen, to see the chefs in action. Set meal prices begin at $148. Reservations are required. Book here. In fact, it’s listed as one of the most unmissable restaurants in Singapore.
📍39 Hongkong St, Singapore 059678
5. Odette
The Michelin-starred Odette has been named as Asia’s Best Restaurant on the World’s Best Restaurants list for nearly a decade. The popular restaurant has three Michelin stars has received dozens of awards for its culinary excellence. Learn more about Odette.
📍1 St Andrew’s Rd, #01-04 National Gallery, Singapore 178957
6. PUTIEN
Founded in 2000, PUTIEN is a famous authentic Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant chain, focused on serving unique Fujian cuisine. The casual-yet-acclaimed eatery boasts 18 outlets in Singapore and more than 100 locations worldwide. Signature dishes include the likes of Fujian Red Mushroom Seafood Lor Mee, crunchy Stir-Fried Yam, delicious noodles such as Fried Heng Haw Bee Hoon, and among more customer favourites.
📍Various Locations
7. Zén
One of the finest dining eateries in Singapore is three-Michelin-starred restaurant Zén. It is the sister restaurant to famous Stockholm establishment Frantzén. Guests can indulge on the best of Nordic and Japanese dishes, alongside alcoholic beverages, in a luxurious-but-relaxed setting. The venue is spread across three floors of a classic shophouse and it’s appeared on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list last year. Some standout dishes include Scallop with Buttermilk Vinaigrette, Swedish potato cake Råraka, and seafood numbers such as Grilled Turbot and Razor Clams, and unique desserts, to name a few. Curated set menus begin at $395.
📍41 Bukit Pasoh Rd, Singapore 089855
8. Les Amis
Another one of the finest dining locations in Singapore is Les Amis. The top-rated elegant French restaurant, established in 1994, holds three Michelin stars. It’s garnered famous for three decades as one of the best dining spots in Asia specialising in classic French cuisine, using top-quality ingredients imported from France. Feel as if you’re dining inside an art gallery with exquisite dishes and more than 3,000 global wine pairings. Plus, the luxurious restaurant appeared on La Liste’s World’s Best Restaurants List.
📍1 Scotts Rd, #01 – 16 Shaw Centre, Singapore 228208
9. JAAN by Kirk Westaway
Two Michelin-starred restaurant JAAN by Kirk Westaway is one of the best rooftop venues in Singapore. It offers modern British and European cuisine with a twist, in a stylish 40-seater setting on the 70th floor of Swissôtel The Stamford, with panoramic views of Singapore through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows. The menu changes regularly but signature dishes include the likes of Hen’s Eggs and Poached Turbot with Caviar Sauce.
📍2 Stamford Rd, Level 70, Singapore 178882
10. Sushi Sakuta
The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore is hiding an elite one-Michelin-star restaurant in downtown Singapore. Sushi Sakuta offers high-quality Edo-style meals, with a focus on sushi, using ingredients creatively prepared with distinct flavours. The 10-seater Japanese restaurant is the perfect place for intimate meals at a counter made from 200-year-old cypress tree. Those wanting to try out the omakase experience won’t find anything better than this by Chef-Owner Yoshio Sakuta and team. Definitely, one of the most unique Michelin star restaurants in Singapore and perfect for a birthday celebration.
📍15 Stamford Rd, #01-88 The Capitol Kempinski Hotel, Singapore 178906
Other elite Michelin-starred restaurants in Singapore include two star Cloudstreet and one Michelin star restaurants like romantic eatery Born. Additionally, there’s Peranakan delights at affordable restaurant Candlenut, modern Australian barbecue at Burnt Ends, and Italian kitchen Art di Daniele Sperindio at National Gallery, to name a few other iconic Michelin star restaurants in Singapore.
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