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Vogue Singapore
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
The best restaurants in Singapore for stunning views of the National Day fireworks
Getty As Singapore marks its 60th milestone this year, Singaporeans gear up to honour the past six decades of unity and progress, with the National Day fireworks serving as a dazzling highlight of the celebrations. Against Marina Bay's iconic waterfront and the historic Padang, the annual 9 August parade promises pageantry, passion and grandeur celebrating how far we've come, as well as the journey that lies ahead. Centred around this year's official theme song—'Here We Are' by Charlie Lim, Kit Chan, and The Island Voices, the show seeks to interweave nostalgia with vistas of the future. Expect aerial displays, the return of the Mobile Column, and synchronised live performances staged across the Padang and Marina Bay that finish off with the dazzling fireworks show that marks 60 years of our collective story. With Singapore's skyline as the canvas and Marina Bay as the stage, the National Day fireworks have become an annual tradition locals and tourists look forward to. This year, as the city marks its diamond jubilee, the atmosphere promises to be more electric than ever. While the celebrations light up the sky, the views from the city's top dining destinations offer memorable front-row seats. Whether you're craving elegant tasting menus or laid-back dinners with a view, there is no better way to toast to the nation than with a resplendent fireworks display. Thankfully, we've got all things viewing—and dining—sorted. Here is your complete guide to the most chic and scenic restaurant spots for firework-watching in style. From sophisticated fine-dining restaurants to vibrant rooftop bars, this guide features a curated selection that is sure to suit every taste and occasion. Wherever you choose to celebrate, expect impeccable cuisine paired with breathtaking views that will make Singapore's 60th birthday truly unforgettable. Coal roasted beetroot, Davidson plum vinegar, golden trout roe, Courtesy of Kaarla 1 / 7 Kaarla Serving up delectable dishes 51 floors above ground, Kaarla offers more than just a sweeping skyline. Sourcing ingredients from its own rooftop food forest—the highest of its kind in the world—Kaarla beautifully blends hearty Australian flavours with elegant Japanese influences. This National Day, Kaarla presents a five-course dinner that celebrates both land and sea. Expect unique highlights one after the other, starting with Cold-Smoked Hokkaido Scallops with citrus kombucha and olive caviar, followed by Fremantle Octopus served with bonito potato foam. For your main, opt for either a Yuzu Butter–dressed Australian Market Fish or a tender Wagyu Short Rib with tamari jus . It is mandatory to end on a sweet note—and for that Kaarla presents you with a tantalizing Macadamia Mocha Bliss, completed with charcoal tuile and wattleseed crumble. 88 Market St, #51-02, CapitaSpring 048948 Enquiries: 9837 8248 Courtesy of Kinki Restaurant & Bar 2 / 7 Kinki For SG60, Japanese gastrobar Kinki dials celebrations up with a special Flavours of Home menu, where Asian street food gets a playful remix. Think laksa gyoza, otah sando , and a 'KFC' rojak that flips the rules and defies convention. Kinki's rooftop spot is scheduled to come alive on National Day with their signature Bottomless Brunch, where you can enjoy two hours of free-flow food and drinks, just in time for the fireworks to dress up the sky in colour. Finish off the evening with a Chilli Crab Maki and a Singaporean Cocktail Carafe to toast sixty heartfelt years of Singapore. With magnificent views that stretch across the Marina Bay area and a vibe that delicately balances energy and style, Kinki turns National Day into a vibrant celebration—with sushi on standby. 70, #02-02 Collyer Quay, Customs House, 049323 Enquiries: 8363 6697 3 / 7 Cé La Vi At Cé La Vi, the combination of panoramic views and rich flavours steal the show every National Day. For SG60, this iconic rooftop destination brings a flair of boldness to the table with a three-course brunch menu that reimagines local favourites with a global touch. Choose between silky Hokkaido scallops in a spicy nduja beurre blanc or a burrata tomato salad sprinkled with candied curry walnuts and momo mostarda for starters. For mains, local classics are in the spotlight, but with a mouth-watering twist: satay-glazed roast chicken paired with coconut rice, rendang-braised short rib dressed in pickled ginger flower, and laksa-style snapper layered with squid and shrimp oil. The tipples on offer range from saké to craft cocktails like the yuzu-laced Geisha and Silk Roast—a smooth espresso martini kissed with macadamia syrup and chocolate. With DJs on deck, cocktails in hand and fireworks overhead, this is the place where SG60 will feel larger than life itself. 1 Bayfront Avenue Marina Bay Sands, Hotel, Tower 3, 018971 Enquiries: 6508 2188 4 / 7 Skai Perched atop Swissôtel The Stamford, Skai's latest adaptation redefines sky-high dining with a minimalist Nordic-inspired interior, letting the panoramic skyline take centre stage in a polished yet serene setting. Whether you're eyeing a seat at their newly launched Tuna Bar—helmed by Chef Nakao, serving dry-aged cuts flown in from Tokyo—or looking forward to sipping a Golden Hour cocktail while watching the fireworks light up the night sky, Skai delivers elegance at every hour. As for the plate: charred Black Onyx steaks, creamy kabocha pumpkin, and sashimi-grade tuna crudo with ponzu and yuzu kosho are sure to leave your palate and stomach satisfied. If you're looking for some late-night revelry, the Supper Club menu serves up indulgent bites like Wagyu sliders and Iberico yakitori—all under the glimmer of Singapore's city lights. 2 Stamford Rd, Lvl 70 #70-01, Singapore 178882 Enquiries: 6837 3322 5 / 7 Sushisamba Japanese flavours pair themselves with a hint of Brazilian flair and Peruvian passion at Sushisamba, where exotic ingredients dance on the palate in celebration. On National Day, the 57th floor of Capital Tower will transform into a vibrant scene of festivities with a one-day-only Free-Flow Party Brunch. Expect samba dancers, DJ sets and a feast designed for indulgence. From wagyu taquitos to seafood laksa rice and live robata stations featuring sambal prawns, every bite is guaranteed to offer a mix of bold, fresh tastes that culminates in a local twist. The sushi stations feature everything from chilli crab rolls to classic nigiri, while options for dessert bring a local twist: taro cake, gula melaka cheesecake and mango-passionfruit tarts. Stay on for dinner, as fireworks streak across the Marina Bay sky. 168 Robinson Rd, Level 52 Capital Tower, Singapore 068912 Enquiries: 6550 2290 6 / 7 Altro Zafferano Altro Zafferano is where Italian indulgence fuses with local zest. Head Chef Federico Schiraldi puts his spin on Singapore's iconic flavours for this year's SG60 celebration—with three unique menus that merge Italian flair with bold, local flavours. Brunch begins with red prawns on ice, truffled focaccia, and silky burrata—followed by plates like foie gras risotto and a hearty calamarata pasta tossed with tiger prawns and clams. For dinner, guests have an option to choose from two tasting menus: a four-course sunset sitting or a five-course evening experience, specially timed to the fireworks. Laksa-oil scallops, spanner crab tagliolini, and a Wagyu striploin soaked in black pepper jus steal the show—before ending on a sweet and distinctly Singaporean note with pandan tiramisu. 10 Collyer Quay, Level 43, Singapore 049315 Enquiries: 6509 1488 7 / 7 Saint Pierre With soft lighting and elegant waterfront views, Saint Pierre invites you into its intimate world of fine dining. This National Day, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant offers a tasting menu curated with precision thanks to Chef Emmanuel Stroobant, whose cuisine marries French finesse with Asian ingredients. Lunch offers a rich four-course tasting menu featuring delicate canapés—lobster with pomelo, miso shimeji , and teardrop peas with tofu. These are followed by highlights such as Hokkaido hairy crab served with house-made mantou and Omi beef glazed in tamarind and black garlic. A yuzu brown butter financier finishes the meal to celebrate local flavours. 1 Fullerton Road, #02-02B, One Fullerton, 049213 Enquiries: 6438 0887
CNA
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Largest moving NDP stage; first time Padang show expands to Marina Bay
More people will get to see this year's National Day Parade up close - from the Padang to Marina Bay. The Parade features its largest moving stage to date, and the show will extend to the waters of Marina Bay for the first time. Screens and additional stages will also bring the audience up close and personal with the action. Organisers expect some 200,000 people to be in and around the area. Kit Chan also returns to the show after 10 years, joining singer-songwriter Charlie Lim for this year's National Day theme song, "Here We Are". Muhammad Bahajjaj gives us a glimpse of the rehearsal.
Time Out
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
There's a free NDP concert at Gardens by the Bay featuring Kit Chan, Taufik Batisah and more
National Day celebrations are in full swing – from the weekend NDP rehearsals that have drawn eager crowds, to the highly anticipated heartland festivities just around the corner. Adding to the lineup is the Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025, taking place at The Meadow at Gardens by the Bay on August 3, 2025. Now in its seventh year, the concert returns with even more heart and spirit, as part of this year's SG60 celebrations. Expect an evening of stirring performances and Singapore pride, brought to life by some of our most beloved homegrown talents including Kit Chan, Taufik Batisah, Hady Mirza, Yung Raja, Charlie Lim and more. For the first time ever, sisters Tay Kewei and Tay Kexin will perform together on stage. Hosting the night's festivities are Gurmit Singh, Yasminne Cheng, Zhin Sadali and Nithiyia Rao, leading the crowd through a night filled with laughter, memories and the shared pride of being Singaporean. The night will also include the live debut of Ties That Bloom, a new National Day song by Hady Mirza. Admission is free. Gates open at 4.30pm, with the concert running from 7.30pm to 9pm. More information can be found here.
CNA
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
SG60 edition of National Day Concert will feature Kit Chan, Taufik Batisah and more
Come down to The Meadow at Gardens by the Bay on Aug 3 for a fun-filled day of performances, a carnival, food booths and fireworks in celebration of SG60. The event – the seventh iteration of the Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert (NDC) – will start at 4.30pm and admission is free. This year's NDC is themed 'Ties That Bloom' and will be hosted by popular personalities Gurmit Singh, Nithiya Rao, Yasminne Cheng and Zhin Sadali. Performances include a mass singalong as local singer Kit Chan delivers her timeless National Day Parade (NDP) anthem Home, accompanied by live sign language interpretation from deaf interpreter Faaiqah Alkaff. Chan will also be joined by singer-songwriter Charlie Lim for a performance of this year's NDP song, Here We Are. Local singer Taufik Batisah will be performing Di Tanjong Katong, Chan Mali Chan and other NDP favourites, joined by 10-year-old multi-instrumentalist Lyla Ng. Meanwhile, Mediacorp radio station Love 972 DJ Chua Lee Lian will deliver her song Friendship Forever while jazz songbird Alemay Fernandez will perform a heartfelt rendition of One People, One Nation, One Singapore. Choreographer Meenakshy Bhaskar will also be leading young talents in a spirited performance of the folk classic Munnaeru Vaalibaa. Others taking the stage include Mediacorp artiste-singer JJ Neo and her mother Lucy Chow; Cultural Medallion recipient Rahimah Rahim, her sister Rozie Rahim and granddaughter ALY; singers and sisters Tay Ke Wei and Tay Ke Xin; couple Annetha Ayyavoo and Mark Sara; local singer Shazza with NP Voices, her a cappella group from Ngee Ann Polytechnic; as well as local rapper Yung Raja performing his latest single Miss Call. The Purple Symphony (TPS) – Singapore's largest inclusive orchestra of musicians with and without disabilities – will bring audiences a heartfelt medley of familiar local tunes in a moving tribute to Singapore's 60th birthday. Audiences can also expect the first-ever live performance of this year's NDC song, Ties That Bloom, by Hady Mirza, now available on melisten. Aside from performances, from 4.30pm, concert-goers can enjoy the pre-concert activities including the Taste zone, a vibrant food street featuring local dishes such as popiah and laksa. At the Play booths, visitors can play classic childhood games like oversized eraser battles, pick-up sticks, goli, or try their luck at nostalgic tikam-tikam booths. Finally, the Create section will allow visitors to pen heartfelt wishes for the nation on giant tingkat installations located at each gate, capture treasured memories at family-friendly art displays and enjoy craft activities – including neonwire crafting and satay keychain workshops. For those seeking a special keepsake, exclusive T-shirts from Mediacorp's inaugural Design Pompipi Competition will be available via blind boxes at S$10 each. Featuring the six winning designs from the kids category, each shirt captures youthful visions of what Singapore means to them. All proceeds from sales will support Gardens by the Bay's community outreach initiative Gift of Gardens, which provides Singapore residents who may not have the resources to visit or are individuals with disabilities, free access to the conservatories.
New Paper
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Paper
National Day: Kit Chan, Taufik Batisah to perform at free Gardens by the Bay concert
The SG60 edition of the annual Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert (NDC) will feature performances by a line-up of home-grown acts including Mandopop star Kit Chan, first Singapore Idol winner Taufik Batisah, rapper Yung Raja and singer-songwriter Charlie Lim. The seventh edition of the free gig will take place at The Meadow at Gardens by the Bay on Aug 3 from 4.30pm. Hosted by local personalities Gurmit Singh, Nithiya Rao, Yasminne Cheng and Zhin Sadali, the show will also feature second Singapore Idol winner Hady Mirza, who composed and is set to sing the concert's theme song, Ties That Bloom. Sisters Tay Kewei and Tay Kexin will perform together for the first time, and other on-stage family affairs will include Cultural Medallion recipient Rahimah Rahim, her sister Rozie Rahim and granddaughter Aly; singer JJ Neo and her mother, host Lucy Chow, as well as married couple Annetha Ayyavoo and Mark Sara. Other music acts include Love 972 DJ Chua Lee Lian, jazz chanteuse Alemay Fernandez, pop singer Shazza and The Purple Symphony, an orchestra comprising musicians with and without disabilities. Chan will serenade the crowd with the National Day Parade (NDP) classic Home, as well as Here We Are, her 2025 NDP theme song with Lim. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, the event's guest of honour, and his wife Jane Ittogi will lead the audience in reciting the National Pledge. He says in a statement: "This concert reflects what Singapore is about - people of all backgrounds coming together, each with something to give, something to learn, and each being uplifted. As we mark 60 years of independence, it's a reminder of how we grow stronger as a nation as we respect every contribution, blend our talents, and keep renewing the bonds that make this home." Attendees can also enjoy local dishes such as laksa and popiah at a food street, play classic games like eraser battles and pick-up sticks, as well take part in activities such as satay keychain workshops. The concert will air on mewatch, Channel 5 and Mediacorp Entertainment on YouTube on Aug 16 at 7.30pm. Book it/ Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025 Where: The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive When: Aug 3, 4.30pm Admission: Free. For more information, visit
