Reserve a table for two at romantic restaurants in Singapore for an intimate dinner and drinks with your honey.
It might be an anniversary celebration or a first date situation – heck, maybe it’s the night (you hope?) someone’s gonna pop the big question! Either way, we know you’re probably racking your brains thinking about where to take your special someone for a nice evening out. But fret not; it doesn’t have to be a stressful process. Whether you’re after top-notch eateries, restaurants with a view or alfresco dining in the great outdoors, we’ve got a mix of romantic restaurants in Singapore. Who’s in the mood for love?
Best romantic restaurants in Singapore
1. Whitegrass
Up the class factor at this Michelin-starred establishment. Combining classic French flavours with Japanese techniques, Whitegrass focuses on ensuring that only the freshest ingredients are used to create each dish. It’s a nod to its thoughtfulness and respect for nature while creating brilliant plates. Recipes are taken and adapted from each chef’s life experiences which add to the innovative flair of this restaurant.
Must-try dishes: Fixed course menu
How much: Lunch menus start at $128 per pax, dinner menus start at $188 per pax
Opening hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 12pm to 2.30pm & 6pm to 10.30pm
Address: Whitegrass, #01-26/27, Chijmes, 30 Victoria Street, Singapore 187996
2. Claudine
Nothing says romance quite like tucking yourself away from the rest of the world in Dempsey surrounded by French fare. This neo-brasserie by The Lo & Behold Group is quite the sight. An intimate dinner here with dishes like sole and flambe steak is enhanced by the interior. The restaurant is gently illuminated by a custom-designed paper lamp that covers the whole dining room. Settle on plush banquettes dressed in sage green with your partner, or take a seat at the bar and admire the original stained glass window of this old colonial chapel.
Must-try dishes: Vol-au-vent, bouillabaisse, chou farci
How much: Mains start from $48
Opening hours: Varies by day
Address: Claudine, 39C Harding Road, Singapore 249541
3. The Summerhouse
Dinner in a dome? It’s the coolest, cosiest way to dine. The Summerhouse’s garden domes dial up the romance. They’re all about keeping cool while enjoying a languid lunch in a sunny garden or, even better, dinner under the stars. Amongst the wild strawberries, swaying lemongrass and twinkling lights are those igloos nestling up to eight guests. You can chill at the one by Wildseed Bar, or settle in amongst the restaurant’s edible garden for something more intimate.
Must-try dishes: Fixed course menu
How much: Set dinner starts from $380 per couple in the Garden Dome
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 8am to 11pm; Friday to Saturday, 8am to 12am
Address: The Summerhouse, Seletar Aerospace Park, 3 Park Lane, Singapore 798387
4. Buona Terra
Have an Italian love affair at Buona Terra. It’s a charming and intimate dining experience that you won’t soon forget. You’ll be treated to innovative masterpieces created with a selection of fresh, seasonal ingredients from across the globe. To top it all off, have the sommelier select the perfect wine to complement your meal. Delizioso!
Must-try dishes: Fixed course menu
How much: 4-course lunch menu from $118 per pax, dinner menu from $248 per pax
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 12pm to 3pm & 6.30pm to 10.30pm; Saturday, 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Address: Buona Terra, 29 Scotts Road, Singapore 228224
5. Altro Zafferano
Take a trip through the flavours of Italy at this sleek spot high in the sky and enjoy the cityscape views from your snug seat. Altro Zafferano’s chic interior is the perfect place for you to clink glasses in the name of love. Enjoy servings of homemade pasta or meats grilled to perfection or try the new experience menu for the best of everything. If you’re celebrating something extra special, pop open a bottle of wine to pair with your meal.
Must-try dishes: Wagyu ribeye, black cod, pappardelle with black winter truffle
How much: Lunch course menu starts at $58, mains start at $38
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 11pm; Saturday, 6pm to 11pm
Address: Altro Zafferano, Level 43, Ocean Financial Centre, 10 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049315
6. Cloudstreet
Thoughtful and expressive dishes run the show at Cloudstreet. Helmed by chef Rishi Naleendra, the kitchen puts out gastronomic creations that are diverse and multicultural. Expect warm and immaculate service during your intimate dining experience that encourages interaction with the chef himself. Wine connoisseurs will enjoy the restaurant’s extensive vino menu consisting of over 350 labels from well-known and small, independent winemakers.
Must-try dishes: Fixed course menu
How much: Lunch sets from $248 per pax, dinner menus at $398 per pax
Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 6.30pm to 10.30pm; Friday to Saturday, 12pm to 2pm & 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Address: Cloudstreet, 84 Amoy Street, Singapore 069903
7. The Alkaff Mansion
A grand historic building tucked away in the greenery of Telok Blangah Hill, this multi-concept dining concept houses casual haunt Wildseed Cafe, 1918 Heritage Bar, and classy resto Una. They’re all great for family hangouts and group gatherings, but Una is our fave pick for modern Spanish cuisine with a focus on the Basque region. The space is beautiful and refined, setting the scene nicely to welcome your table for two.
Must-try dishes: Grilled octopus, seafood paella, churros
How much: Lunch set from $58 per pax (minimum 10 pax to dine), mains start from $29
Opening hours: Varies by day
Address: The Alkaff Mansion, Telok Blangah Hill Park, 10 Telok Blangah Green, Singapore 109178
8. Olivia Restaurant and Lounge
This restaurant and cocktail bar serving Catalonian cuisine is helmed by award-winning chef and co-founder, Alain Devahive. Its interiors embody the essence of the Mediterranean, whisking you and your date away to the bright and airy shorelines of Barcelona. Don’t forget to share a slice of its famous creamy homemade cheesecake featuring cream, blue cheese and almond sable.
Must-try dishes: Galician octopus, black rice with carabineros, ham croquettes
How much: Mains start from $32
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm to 2.30pm & 6pm to 10.30pm
Address: Olivia Restaurant and Lounge, #01-03, 55 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089158
9. Monti
Love a good waterfront restaurant? Monti is an absolute stunner for a memorable couple’s night out, thanks to its stylish dome-shaped pavilion space situated in Marina Bay. Cosy up to your partner in between bites of Italian-Tuscan cuisine, then head up to the open-air rooftop terrace for alfresco views and cocktails after you’re done with dinner. If you’re more of a weekend brunch person, plan a daytime date to savour all-you-can-eat plates of house-made pasta, steak, tiramisu and free-flow drinks.
Must-try dishes: Grilled Iberico pork, acquerello risotto, beef tartare
How much: Weekend brunch buffet starts from $88 per pax, mains start at $56
Opening hours: Daily, 11am to 3pm & 6pm to 11.30pm
Address: Monti, 82 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049327
10. Bedrock Bar and Grill
Meat-obsessed lovebirds, make a beeline for Bedrock Bar and Grill. This stylish steakhouse is one of our favourite places to hit up for fine cuts like ribeye steak, tomahawk steak and dry-aged USDA prime ribeye cooked over an applewood-fired grill. It also has a great selection of rare whiskey labels, so take your pick.
Must-try dishes: Dry aged beef, roasted bone marrow, creamed spinach
How much: Lunch sets start from $32, mains start from $29
Opening hours: Varies by day
Address: Bedrock Bar and Grill, #01-05, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, 96 Somerset Road, Singapore 238163
11. Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda
Looking to impress? Japanese culinary craftsmanship and fresh seasonal ingredients come together at Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda. Lose yourself in a Michelin-starred gastronomic experience that showcases the best produce from different seasons and regions of the land of the rising sun.
Must-try dishes: Botan shrimp with sea urchin and Oscietra caviar, Australian wagyu beef with seasonal vegetables
How much: 5-course menu starts at $250 per pax, late supper menu starts at $380 per pax (after 8.30pm)
Opening hours: Daily, 5pm to 11pm
Address: Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda, #02-03, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
12. Restaurant Jag
Here’s a Michelin-starred French fine dining restaurant that’s always a pleasant surprise. You won’t be presented with any menus. Instead, they’ll take your dietary preferences and whip up an extraordinary meal with seasonal produce and wild-foraged Savoie herbs. And with a snug dining room housing just seven tables, you’ll have the quiet, undisturbed dinner you desire.
Must-try dishes: Seasonal menu
How much: Lunch menu starts at $175, dinner menu starts at $298, mains start at $88
Opening hours: Tuesday, 6pm to 10.30pm; Wednesday to Saturday, 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 10.30pm
Address: Restaurant Jag, #02-02, Stpi Creative Workshop and Gallery, 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238236
13. Mott 32
If Western food isn’t your jam, make a reservation at Mott 32 for elevated Chinese cuisine paired with exquisite cocktails. The award-winning restaurant uses time-honoured recipes passed down through the generations, giving you a Chinese food experience you’ll never forget. Plus, the dim lighting and exquisite decor set the scene for a romantic evening.
Must-try dishes: Barbecue Iberico pork with yellow mountain honey, crispy pork belly, apple wood roasted Peking duck
How much: Mains start from $22
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11.30am to 2.30pm & 5pm to 9.30pm; Friday to Saturday, 11.30am to 2.30pm & 5pm to 11.30pm
Address: Mott 32, B1-41/42, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
14. The Cliff
Once a fine dining spot, this sea-facing romantic restaurant is now dressed casually. The classy alfresco space whips up a solid Italian degustation menu that teams well with a sunset-hued Aperol spritz. So if you’re in the mood for house-made pizzas and pasta or decadent desserts, head here for an idyllic experience.
Must-try dishes: Grilled cod fish, lamb rack
How much: Lunch menu starts from $45, dinner menu starts from $178, mains start from $30
Opening hours: Daily, 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 10.30pm
Address: The Cliff, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa, 2 Bukit Manis Road, Singapore 099891
15. Marguerite
This gorgeous establishment is situated in Gardens by the Bay. So if you have an affinity for flowers and plants, make Marguerite your go-to romantic restaurant in Singapore. Enjoy tasting menus that celebrate craft, provenance and produce through contemporary cuisine by owner and chef Michael Wilson, as you take in the stunning views. Don’t forget to amble around the Flower Dome hand-in-hand after your meal!
Must-try dishes: Fixed course menu
How much: Lunch menu starts from $148, dinner menu starts from $288
Opening hours: Wednesday, 6pm to 10.30pm; Thursday to Sunday, 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 10.30pm
Address: Marguerite, #01-09, Flower Dome, Gardens By The Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
16. Skai
Known for iconic city views, seamless service and bespoke beverages, Skai is a contemporary grill headed by executive chef Paul Hallett. Opt for the four-course set and be treated to a variety of exquisite dishes. Enjoy lobster with oscietre caviar, foie gras, and wagyu with black truffle. Before the night ends, engage in an intimate conversation over a handcrafted sundowner at Skai Bar.
Must-try dishes: Seared foie gras, miso black cod, Hokkaido scallops
How much: Lunch set menu from $48 per pax, mains start at $42
Opening hours: Varies by day
Address: Skai, Level 70, Swissotel The Stamford, 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882
17. Jaan by Kirk Westaway
If your date has fine taste, this is a worthy contender. Jaan by Kirk Westaway promises an elevated reinterpretation of British gastronomy, sitting atop the iconic Swissotel The Stamford. Dishes are reminiscent of executive chef Kirk Westaway’s childhood in England, but with a modern and innovative spin that makes each masterpiece distinctly unique.
Must-try dishes: Seasonal menu
How much: Lunch menu starts at $198 per pax, dinner menu starts at $388 per pax
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 11.45am to 2.30pm & 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Address: Jaan by Kirk Westaway, Level 70, Swissotel The Stamford, 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882
With romantic restaurants like these in Singapore, you’ll never run out of ideas for date night!
