Best Southeast Asian Restaurants in Dhoby Ghaut
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True Blue Cuisine Singapore celebrates all-things Peranakan. Specialising in authentic and delicious Peranakan cuisine as well as showcasing the culture, lifestyle and history of the Peranakan people, True Blue Singapore is a haven for lovers of this iconic style of dining. Located in City Hall along Armenian Street, you can expect to find traditional fare served in three dining spaces all designed with impressive Peranakan art and furniture that creates a charming ambience. In terms of the menu, True Blue does not serve any pork or lard-based dishes, but instead offers delicious signature dishes including rendang sapi of beef simmered in a flavoursome coconut sauce; chap chye of cabbage stewed with vermicelli glass noodles, fungus and mushrooms, and plenty more besides. A favourite for good reason, book a table now at True Blue, located just next to the Peranakan Museum – you won’t be disappointed.
$$$$Price: Expensive
• Southeast asian • Cairnhill
Best known for its Taiwan Porridge, local fare and local high tea buffet, the Coffee Lounge at Goodwood Park Hotel Singapore has been a favoured haunt of many local and foreign gourmands since its opening in 1977. The décor of Coffee Lounge ingeniously blends minimalist style with the stately elegance of a heritage building. Complemented by plenty of natural light in the day and mood lighting in the evenings, the restaurant is a picture of intimate elegance.The well-loved Taiwan porridge is a signature offering at the Coffee Lounge that diners have come to enjoy over the years since its inception in 1984. The Taiwan Porridge menu has become a popular mainstay at the Coffee Lounge where diners have consistently returned to enjoy a quality dining experience and Taiwan Porridge fare at reasonable prices.
Annalakshmi Singapore is an authentic, extremely popular Indian vegetarian restaurant, not far at all from Clarke Quay MRT. The all-you-can-eat buffet here is one of the tastiest, most affordable buffets we know of in this part of the city, and absolutely all of the food is 100% vegetarian, with plenty of vegan options as well. Annalakshmi is a great restaurant for a casual meal with friends or family and you’ll find it on Havelock Road, Central Square. It’s open for lunch as well as dinner, and the humble authenticity will definitely leave you smiling. Reservations at Annalakshmi are always a good idea if you want to be sure of a table.
Sakura Asian Cuisine in Singapore serves up delicious halal-certified Thai cuisine. You can find all the classics as well as a few speciality dishes on the menu here, which are all made using the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Favourites include the sambal Kang Kong with cuttlefish; the salted egg crab and the clay pot chicken smothered in Thai sauce. Whatever you’re in the mood for, Sakura Asian Cuisine is sure to help make your Thai food dreams come true. Located on Scotts Road in Orchard inside the Far East Plaza, if you’re looking for a place to enjoy great food with friends or the whole family, then you’re looking for Sakura Asian Cuisine.
The second coming of The Curry Culture is upon us, a raj renaissance of spice raining down upon Singapore diners that have the privilege of dining at this renowned Indian restaurant’s Robertson Quay outlet. Dabbawalla, from the team behind The Curry Culture have taken another step towards fine South Asian dining nirvana at this picturesque riverfront venue. Translating to he who gives food, this Indian restaurant encapsulates the energy of Bombay with its eclectic atmosphere and enticing menu. You’ll find an extensive range of curries, small Indian tapas plates, breads and rice dishes on offer here, all made with the highest quality spices and herbs and the aromas are intoxicating. Also showcasing a premium selection of wine, cocktails and beer – including some outstanding chai – this is one Singapore spot, you don’t want to be missing.
Helmed by Executive Chef John Chye, Sky22 features a variety of dishes that satisfies the most discerning palate. With expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, enjoy a hearty meal with panoramic views of the city skyline. Sky22 is committed to using premium ingredients and local aromatics to create signature dishes such as Wagyu Beef Cheek Bourguignon and Tiger Prawn Laksa.Farm-to-Table: Mid Tier certified by SFA.
Situated on Owen Road in Farrer Park, TingKat PeraMakan Singapore specialise in excellent Asian cuisine. The name ‘PeraMakan’ is a play on words that combines the words for ‘local-born’ and ‘to eat’, so you will find the Singapore and Peranakan cultures combining perfectly at TingKat PeraMakan. If you love eating as much as we do, you can look forward to tucking into dishes such as beef rendang (shin beef braised in spicy coconut sauce till tender and served with spicy fried coconut flakes) or if you’d prefer some seafood, opt for some sotong panggang (fresh pieces of squid marinated in fragrant spices and served with cabbage salad). With dishes like this on the menu and an excellent atmosphere, we’d highly advise nabbing a table today!
$$$$Price: Moderate
• Southeast asian • Kembangan
Dear diners, please be aware that if reserving a table at this restaurant for lunch, you may only order from the a la carte menu. Dine in the open along the banks of the Singapore River at Bar Bar Black Sheep - Robertson Quay, a casual bar restaurant in an upmarket district that offers great drinks and simple yet satisfying options in Thai, northern Indian and western cuisine. Its multi-ethnic array of dishes includes all-time favourites from burgers to green curry chicken, as well as a tandoori platter of chicken tikka, kebab, prawns and fish that’s ideal for sharing. In terms of drinks, you simply have to try the signature Bar Bar Black Sheep craft beer, and the bonus on top of all that? There’s no GST or service charge, meaning this place is usually packed to the brim. Reserve your seats today!
Dear diners, please be aware that Tamarind Hill has a strict 'no children under 14 years of age’ policy. What you won’t often find in Singapore is a restaurant surrounded by beautiful greenery, but Tamarind Hill is just that, set in the gorgeous Labrador Nature Reserve of Labrador Park. The restaurant occupies a colonial bungalow that’s laced with history and decorated with Asian sophistication. Serving authentic Siamese cuisine, Tamarind Hill is truly a beautiful place to escape from the city and take the edge off. Head over to Labrador Villa Road to see what the fuss is about.
79 After Dark is one of Singapore’s most exciting restaurants. Located in the lively and buzzing Boat Quay, this chic restaurant and bar takes its name from the eclectic ambience of the area, which comes to life when the sun goes down. Serving modern Asian and North Indian cuisine, you’ll find a unique and creative selection of dishes that are cooked to perfection and laden with fresh herbs and spices. Over the weekend, the atmosphere at 79 After Dark in Boat Quay is relaxed and you’ll find live DJs and al fresco dining options where you can take in all the action of Circular Road. Popular among Singapore locals and visitors alike, reservations here are recommended to guarantee your spot!