A Noodle Story

Squeezed up among the stalls of Amoy Street Food Centre (which in itself is worth a browse around) is its indisputable standout: A Noodle Story, one of Singapore's most revered ramen outlets. Springy noodles are served here with HK-style wonton, crispy potato-wrapped prawn, "hot spring" egg and other flavour-concocting additions.

• Address:

  7 Maxwell Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 9027 6289

Blu Kouzina

At Blu Kouzina, a dining room decorated with the traditional blue and white colours and waiters serving dishes such as mousaka, souvlaki and grilled feta cheese give you the perfect atmosphere of Greece. The owner will happily to recommend his favourites and answer all your questions.

• Web:

  www.blukouzina.com

• E-mail:

  blukouzina@singnet.com.sg

• Address:

  10 Dempsey Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6875 0872

• More info:

  Dempsey Hill

Chinatown Complex

The complex's primary attraction is food, and lots of it: apart from the celebrated, Michelin-listed Soya Sauce Chicken Rice Noodle that continuously draws lines, there are dozens of other stalls, including those serving fresh juices and even draft beers.

• Address:

  335 Smith Street, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 9677 6336

• Opening hours:

  24/7

Makansutra Gluttons Bay

Set smack in the middle of the action with the Marina Bay Sands in plain sight, Gluttons Bay is a row of hawker stalls serving all manner of Singaporean delights straight off the sizzling pans and grills to the lucky ones who manage secure a spot in the outdoor dining area that tends to fill up very quickly, especially at rush hour. A must-try to start with is a classic oyster omelette.

• Address:

  8 Raffles Avenue, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6438 4038

• Opening hours:

  Opens 5pm

• More info:

  Esplanade Mall

Newton Food Centre

This is a major hawker centre in Newton, Singapore. The centre is often promoted as a tourist attraction in itself, and here you can find practically everything when it comes to food: noodles, satay, fried oysters and lobsters.

• Address:

  Clemenceau Ave North, Newton Circus, Singapore

• More info:

  Along Clemenceau Ave North, Newton Circus

• Subway:

  Newton

Odette

With its two Michelin stars, Odette remains a highly sought-after experience, with savvy travellers making reservations up to one month in advance. The space is stunning visually (with whites and pastels defining the colour scheme) - a small appetiser of sorts for the spectacular culinary creations to come.

• Web:

  www.odetterestaurant.com

• Address:

  1 Saint Andrew's Road, National Gallery, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6385 0498

Atlas Bar

Located on the ground floor of Singapore’s Parkview Square building and sporting art decó-inspired interiors, the Atlas Bar is famous for its world-class gin collection. Both the cocktails and dishes pay homage to the 'roaring twenties': you can couple your martini or Negroni with one of their specials, including lobster rolls and smoked beef short ribs.

• Web:

  www.atlasbar.sg

• E-mail:

  info@atlasbar.sg

• Address:

  Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6396 4466

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 10am–1am, Fri 10am–2am, Sat 12pm–2am

Comedy Masala

Every Tuesday, Singapore's biggest and most popular stand-up comedy show opens its doors at Hero's bar. The show was first founded by Pakistani comedian Umar Rana and hosts international, local and regional comedians. So if you are up for a night of laughter alongside a few drinks, head right for 69 Circular Road in Singapore.

• Web:

  www.comedymasala.com

• E-mail:

  umar@comedymasala.com

• Address:

  69 Circular Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 8525 7414

• Opening hours:

  Tuesday at 8:00pm.

Gallery & Bar at 1-Altitude

One of the most sought-after evening venues in Singapore, the 1-Altitude Bar boasts a 360 degree bird's-eye view over the city. Get here before sundown to make the most of your evening in the bar's fashionable interior, and enjoy a masterfully crafted drink to music played by a live band or resident DJs.

• Web:

  www.1-altitude.com

• E-mail:

  info@1-altitude.com

• Address:

  1 Raffles Place, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6438 0410

• Opening hours:

  Sun - Tue 6pm - 2am, Thurs 6pm - 3am, Fri - Sat, Wed 6pm - 4am

Orgo

Orgo lays special emphasis on drink and food ingredients, priding itself especially on using only the freshest, finest ingredients. Orgo's team is led by a professional mixologist and adviser to Bacardi Japa Tomoyuki Kitazoe.

• Web:

  www.orgo.sg

• E-mail:

  info@orgo.sg

• Address:

  8 Raffles Avenue, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6336 9366

Paulaner Bräuhaus Singapore

Paulaner Bräuhaus is a German style restaurant and pub in Singapore that will give you a true Bavarian experience in the heart of Asia. They have their own microbrewery, which is one of Singaporean few.

• Web:

  www.paulaner-brauhaus.com/singapore

• E-mail:

  info@paulaner-brauhaus-singapore.com

• Address:

  9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6883 2572

The Long Bar

The interior of The Long Bar is inspired by Malayan plantations of the 1920s. The bar is located at Raffles Hotel, and is a relaxing place to start off your evening with a drink and soft tunes from the band. The recommended order to be made here is the Singapore Sling, a cocktail one simply must try when in town.

• Web:

  www.raffles.com

• Address:

  1 Beach Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6412 1230

• More info:

  Raffles Hotel reopens after reconstruction in late 2018

Ah Chew Desserts

You'll barely run into a foreigner at this Singaporean dessert joint - if this prospect appeals to rather than repels you, head straight for a rainbow bread ice cream sandwich (roti), glass jelly drink or sago pudding (durian flavour if you're feeling especially adventurous).

• Web:

  www.ahchewdesserts.com

• Address:

  1 Liang Seah Street, Liang Seah Place, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6339 8198

Common Man Coffee Roasters

There is plenty to praise about Common Man Coffee Roasters, but if we had to zoom in on just one thing it would be the all-day breakfast/brunch menu, featuring sweet and savoury international fusion delights. Reservations are available for groups of 5 and up (outside of weekends).

• Web:

  www.commonmancoffeeroasters.com/pages/cafe

• Address:

  22 Martin Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6836 4695

Killiney Kopitiam

Those on a hunt for authenticity must commit themselves to at least one quintessentially Singaporean breakfast of kaya jam and toast, soft-boiled eggs, and a coffee. There are few better places to have it than the now century-old Killiney Kopitiam (multiple locations across the city).

• Web:

  www.killiney-kopitiam.com

• Address:

  67 Killiney Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6734 3910

Symmetry

Brunch seats at Symmetry are nearly impossible to have without prior reservation, but you can still give it a shot without one by arriving at least an hour ahead of time. It's somewhat of a hipster classic by now, complete with vintage decor pieces and indie music playing in the background.

• Web:

  www.symmetry.com.sg

• Address:

  9 Jalan Kubor, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6291 9901

The LoKal

The Australian head chef Darren Farr oversees The LoKal's exciting menu that draws on Aussie classics while making extensive use of quintessentially local ingredients, as well as imported rarities like lobster. The "Pimp Your Breakfast" option allows you to have the day's most important meal your way (try the smoked salmon for choice of protein), and new specials are listed daily.

• Web:

  www.thelokalsingapore.com

• Address:

  136 Neil Road, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6423 9918

Wild Honey

Wild Honey's two central Singapore locations serve all-day breakfasts from around the world, from Scandinavian to Caribbean, via Australia and most of Europe. It's a tad pricey, but oh-so worth it, for the food, ambience and service.

• Web:

  www.wildhoney.com.sg

• Address:

  333A Orchard Rd, Mandarin Gallery, Singapore

• Phone:

  +65 6235 3900