Just opened July 2025: New restaurants, cafes and bars in Singapore, Lifestyle News
Whether you're seeking new restaurants for a long lunch, dinner with edge, or a post-museum tipple, these fresh arrivals are ready to feed both your curiosity and your cravings. Shin Katsu
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A refined take on Japan's beloved comfort food, Shin Katsu debuts in Tanjong Pagar as a premium tonkatsu destination helmed by Chef Matsubayashi Masato, formerly of Ma Maison. This elegant eatery brings over 15 years of tonkatsu mastery to the table, showcasing globally sourced pork like marbled Hungarian Mangalica and US Kurobuta.
Dishes such as the Mille-Feuille Black Truffle Katsu and the 3-in-1 Shin Katsu Combo (prawn, rosu, hire) reflect a balance of innovation and tradition. Each set comes with charcoal-grilled rice, miso soup, pickles, and cabbage, while a curated selection of kushi katsu and Japanese desserts rounds out the experience. Among the just opened Singapore eateries spotlighting single-dish mastery, Shin Katsu stands out for depth and dedication. 84-86 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088505
Daily: 11:30am-3pm, 5pm-10pm
@shinkatsu.sg | shinkatsu.sg Cherry Garden by Chef Fei
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Mandarin Oriental's signature Cantonese restaurant reopens with fresh flair this July, reintroduced as Cherry Garden by Chef Fei. The two-Michelin-starred maestro, known for culinary artistry across Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Beijing, now brings his refined take on Cantonese-Teochew cuisine to Singapore.
Expect a harmonious fusion of time-honoured recipes and modern interpretation in an elevated dining space that echoes tradition with contemporary grace. Known for its exquisite dim sum brunches and elegant service, the reimagined restaurant aims to be a new pinnacle for refined Chinese dining in Marina Bay. 5 Raffles Avenue, Mandarin Oriental Singapore, Singapore 039797
Mon-Sun, 12pm-2:30 pm | 6pm-10 pm
@mo_singapore | mandarinoriental.com Thevar 2.0
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Singapore's only two-Michelin-starred modern South Indian restaurant has reopened its doors at Mohamed Sultan Road, ushering in a new chapter of elevated spice-driven cuisine. Helmed by Chef Mano, Thevar 2.0 is a deeply personal space, with interiors inspired by his South Indian roots and Malaysian upbringing.
Signature dishes like the Mysore Spiced Rack of Lamb return, alongside new additions that reflect Chef Mano's classical French training and global influences. Expect refined layers of flavour in a minimalist, Chola-inspired setting with over 400 wine labels and curated non-alcoholic pairings. Whether you're dining in the softly lit main hall or the exclusive three-seat Chef's Table, Thevar 2.0 is a masterclass in culinary evolution. 16 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore 238965
Tue-Fri: 6pm-11pm, Sat: 12pm-3pm & 6pm-11pm (Closed Mon & Sun)
@thevar.sg | thevar.sg Fi Woodfire Thai
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Reigniting Orchard Road's dining scene, Fi Woodfire Thai returns with a fiery second act at Shaw Centre. Billed as Singapore's first woodfire Thai concept, the reboot features an open kitchen anchored by a 450°C lychee wood oven. Chef Arom Eploi's menu showcases bold signatures like the tender "Moo Ping" Pork Rib, flame-kissed Sticky Rice Cake, and French Poulet with housemade chicken liver jaew.
Diners can also expect vibrant plates like Grilled Green Mango Salad and Son-in-Law Eggs with strawberry tamarind glaze. Pair your feast with a Thai-inspired cocktail, try the Tom Yum Mule or Sabai, and stay for dessert like the butterfly pea Mango Sticky Rice. A visual and gustatory playground. Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Rd, #03-14/15, Singapore 228208
Daily: Lunch 11:30am-3pm, Dinner 5pm-10pm (Last order 9.30pm)
@fi.woodfire | fi-woodfire.com Tofu Gelato
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Singapore's first tofu gelato shop has landed, and it's rewriting the frozen dessert playbook. Tofu G at Mandarin Gallery offers a minimalist, Korean-inspired sanctuary for guilt-free indulgence. Using traditional tofu-making techniques, this innovative concept churns out high-protein, dairy-free gelato made from non-GMO soybeans and real ingredients like roasted black sesame, Chodang sweet corn, and Korean sweet potato.
The vegan-friendly gelato is made fresh on-site using a Live Churning Machine, ensuring peak texture and flavour in every scoop. Whether it's the silky Original Tofu Gelato or the nutty Pistachio, Tofu G is a cool, clean revelation that's both nourishing and photogenic, and possibly the sweetest surprise on our just opened Singapore radar. #02-21 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road, Singapore 238897
Daily: 11am-10pm
@tofug.sg il Giardino
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Nestled within the Singapore Botanic Gardens' iconic conservation house, il Giardino offers a lush Italian retreat inspired by nature's bounty and Venetian cicchetti traditions. Launched in sync with the Gardens' 10th Unesco anniversary, the biophilic space blends rustic elegance with Singaporean warmth.
Chef Felix Chong presents vibrant sharing plates, think Slow Braised Osso Bucco with kaffir lime gremolata, and Panzanella 'Singapura' with green mango and smoked tamarind vinaigrette. Pair these with nature-inspired cocktails like the Giardino Spritz or Under the Tuscan Sun. Whether for date night or garden weddings, il Giardino promises Italian soul with botanical flair, all under the whisper of rustling Tembusu trees. Level 2, The Garage, 50 Cluny Park Road, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore 257488
Wed-Fri: 6pm-10pm, Sat-Sun: 5pm-10pm (Last order 9:30pm)
@ilgiardino.sg | ilgiardino.sg Jin Ting Wan
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Perched on the 55th floor of Marina Bay Sands, Jin Ting Wan is a new beacon of refined Cantonese cuisine led by Executive Chef Albert Li. Launching July 23, the restaurant offers a modern interpretation of Yue culinary heritage, spotlighting dishes like Roasted Duck with Black Pepper and Drunken Mantis Shrimp with Chinese Celtuce.
With interiors blending oriental motifs and modern minimalism, the space invites diners into an immersive multi-sensory journey, complete with a traditional Gong Fu-style tea ceremony curated by Tea Master Zhao Gang. Expect a curated menu of dim sum, seasonal delicacies, and rare Chinese liquors, all delivered with precision and warmth. Level 55, Hotel Tower 1, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Daily: Lunch & Dinner (Exact hours TBC)
@JinTingWanSG | marinabaysands.com/JinTingWan Papi's Tacos (Tyrwhitt Road)
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Papi's Tacos lands in Jalan Besar with its fourth taquería, bringing street-style Mexican soul to a vibrant new 'hood. Helmed by Chef Jose "Papi" Espinoza, this 60-seater venue is a colourful homage to bold flavours and heartfelt hospitality. Expect cult-favourite tacos and burritos alongside outlet exclusives like Duck Confit Tostaditas and Braised Beef Tongue Tacos.
A standout Grilled Cactus & Broccolini Salad and a dedicated Kids' Menu make it family-friendly, too. Don't miss the extended Happy Hour (12-7pm) featuring $10++ pours and rotating Frozen Margarita flavours. With its loud playlist, deeper mezcal list, and that signature Papi charm, this Jalan Besar outpost hits all the right notes. 149 Tyrwhitt Road, Singapore 207562
Tue-Sun: 12pm-2:30pm (Lunch), Tue-Sat: 5pm-11pm (Dinner, till late on weekends)
@papistacossg | papis-tacos.com Korio (Bugis)
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The cult-favourite sandwich joint Korio fires up a second home in Bugis, teaming up with Zouk Group to launch a full-fledged dine-in outlet at Guoco Midtown II. Known for its New York-style grilled sandwiches and slow-proofed brioche doughnuts, the new space brings both street swagger and kitchen precision. As one of the just opened Singapore favourites for breakfast and lunch, it delivers on flavour without fuss.
New exclusives include a bold Brisket Sandwich with horseradish kick and a hearty, loaded BLT crowned with avocado and jalapeño ranch. The all-day breakfast crowd can still count on old faves like the Sausage & Egg or Grilled Cheese with caramelised onions. Don't skip the Honey Sea Salt Doughnut — or the Sparkling Orange Espresso, because even your caffeine deserves to have fun. 20 Tan Quee Lan Street, #01-21, Guoco Midtown II, Singapore 188107
Daily: 8am-5pm
@koriosg | korio.atlas.kitchen Alice Boulangerie (Raffles City)
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Alice Boulangerie's second act arrives at Raffles City with Fine Crumbs, a charming new bakery concept that reimagines Asia's gourmet bun craze through French precision and whimsical flair. Expect soft, chewy buns crafted via the Japanese Yudane method, with bold fillings like slow-braised Angus short ribs, mentaiko prawn, and mochi-stuffed black sesame.
Beyond the buns, the expanded bistro menu surprises with Wagyu Tartare, Scallop Crudo, and charcoal-grilled spring chicken with sambal cincalok. Wrapped in cottagecore-meets-contemporary interiors, the 100-seater space blends stone textures, open kitchens, and an Instagrammable mailbox to create a dreamy escape in the heart of the city. #01-22A, Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103
Mon-Sun: 9:30am-10:30pm (Fine Crumbs bakery closes at 5:30pm)
@aliceboulangeriesg | aliceboulangerie.sg
And if you're still playing catch-up from June, no judgment, we've been there (usually with sauce on our shirt). But July waits for no one. From woodfire wonders and Cantonese revivals to tofu gelato that defies dairy, there's never been a better time to eat your way through the new restaurants just opened in Singapore.
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