Best Unique Restaurants in Singapore You Won’t Miss

Xperience Team
30 Jun 2022 - 5 min read

Do you know why millions of tourists are willing to come to Singapore every year? As we know, this country is so small, only 728,6 km² with a 5,686 million population. They even become a country with the highest cost of living in all of ASEAN. It is also synonymous with a clean, tidy and safe country.

There are lots of charms offered by this lion country. For Indonesians or even Malaysians, Singapore is a modern country that is closest to visit. The ticket prices that are usually sold are quite affordable. So, cheap ticket prices and a short distance make Singapore becoming a favorite tourist spot for Moslems who want to vacation abroad.

Unique Things From Singapore

Before going to the country that appears in the Crazy Rich Asia movie, it's good for you to know a few things about Singapore:

Singapore is a country with very strict regulations

Once you go there, you must obey the rules. The high fines make the people there very disciplined in everyday life. Almost no garbage was found strewn on protocol roads or tourist areas. A fine of around 5 million rupiahs for those caught throwing cigarette butts carelessly. Whereas there are people who litter the slightest will get a fine of 300 Singapore Dollars or around 2,9 million rupiahs.

Well-integrated and modern public transportation

As a tourist destination, of course, public transportation must be a major concern. This is implemented very well by Singapore. In 1987 Singapore started to build the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT).

Even foreign tourists who come to Singapore for the first time will have no trouble using the MRT because it is easy to use public transportation. In addition to the MRT, there are buses that are ready to take tourists to their desired destinations. Buses in Singapore are very clean and comfortable.

Moslem Friendly

Many people say that it is really easy to find a variety of halal cuisines in Singapore because the majority have been certified by the Singapore Ulema Council and have included the halal logo on their food stalls. Even if it doesn't include a halal logo, you can ask the sellers because the majority of them can also speak Singapore English.

A paradise for food lovers

Singapore has a variety of mouthwatering menu variations. You can easily find a variety of foods from different cultures in Singapore. Starting from Malay, Peranakan, Indian, Middle Eastern, East Asian, and European food.

Unique Restaurants in Singapore

Singapore is known as a melting pot (where heterogeneous people live), with various cultural backgrounds that attract tourists. One of the products of this culture is food. But along with the times, not only the food is unique, even the place we eat is unique. Let's review some unique restaurants in Singapore.

1. Ocean Restaurants

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Ocean Restaurant by Cat Cora is located near Open Ocean, SEA Aquarium, Resort World Sentosa, Singapore. It's not just the menu that's special, but of course, the view inside that makes you feel like you're eating under the ocean. There are many fish that are usually found at a depth of tens of meters on the seabed. But at Ocean Restaurant, you can see it only from the dining table.

This restaurant can accommodate up to 68 guests, open every day from Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. local time. The last order is at 22.30 pm. Are you curious about how much it costs to be able to eat at this unique place? For lunch, the costs are around SGD 55 (Rp 479 thousand), and for dinner SGD 95-130 (Rp 827 thousand-1.1 million). It includes 4 set menus, namely salmon, soup, main course, and dessert.

2. ANDSOFORTH

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You may be wondering, what is unique about this restaurant? ANDSOFORTH is a theatrical-themed restaurant dining experience. It is held in a secret location.

Instead of the usual restaurant where you have to sit down and eat, there are 7 themed zones set in destinations from across the world. In every zone, each room is designed to look and feel unique with realistic-looking backdrops and interior design. It makes the guests feel like they are literally overseas! Tunneling underground and finding secret doors to teleport to the other side of the world.

This dining experience will cost you around $128 +$5(booking fee). For 2 people, it's $266. The menu is also various and secret. If you’re a moslem you can state your dietary restrictions and they will do their best to accommodate.

3. Nox-Dine in The Dark

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This restaurant is located at 83 Club Street, Singapore 199546 Singapore. The uniqueness of this restaurant is that visitors have to eat in the dark. Just like their motto that this is the multi-sensory dining experience which will tantalize your taste buds . The restaurant is open from Tuesday until Sunday from 6:10.30PM.

How much does it cost to dine in the dark? You need to spend around S$88++ per person. The menu consists of 12 unique dishes created for our tasting pleasure that spans over 3-courses. A vegetarian menu is available upon request, especially if you’re a moslem.

4. Sushi Airways

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If you’re a sushi lover then you must visit this restaurant while you spend your holidays in Singapore. It is located at 20a Baghdad St, Singapore 199659, only two minute walk from Masjid Sultan.

Just like the name, it is an aircraft themed Japanese restaurant. There are four main menus available ranging from sushi, Mains, Starters, and Desserts. You can choose Spicy Maguro, Aburi Shake with Mentai Sauce, or Shake Platter (consisting of Sashimi (4 pcs), Sushi (3 pcs) & Maki Roll). Enjoy all the menus every day from 5:45 PM until 9:45 PM.

5. Gourmet Bus

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The Singapore Gourmet Bus can be likened to a walking restaurant. Passengers can enjoy the meal packages that have been provided while enjoying the beautiful view of the city of Singapore.

Not only that, but the bus waiter also gave an explanation of the places passed while serving food to the passengers. This can be a complete vacation package because you can not only get around the city, but you can also enjoy delicious culinary delights and increase your knowledge.

The Singapore Gourmet Bus activity is divided into 3 times, namely Lunch Tour at 12 noon, Hi-Tea Tour at 4 pm, and Dinner Tour at 7 pm. For tourists who want to try to feel the sensation of walking around the city while enjoying a meal, they can check-in at least 30 minutes before the tour starts. You need to spend around 57$-100$.

And don’t forget, the restaurant is located at Suntec City Mall, to be precise at Duck & Hippo Tourist Hub Unit #01-330

6. Chijmes Capitol Singapore

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Do you want to eat in a private but open place with a beautiful view? If the answer is yes, then you must go to Chijmes Capitol Singapore. Here, try the bubble domes that are housed on the outdoor alfresco piazza grass lawn fronting Capitol Singapore.

Each dome is embellished with festive ornaments and boasts a beautifully adorned interior within a see-through igloo-esque frame. The air-conditioned domes are capable of housing five people, so you and your family or loved ones are able to hang out and chill in tents with sofas. These restaurants open daily from 12 pm to 10 pm.

What a fantastic and unique restaurants! So, why don’t you book your ticket and flights to Singapore ASAP? Enjoy the food experience!

In This Article

• Unique Things From Singapore
• Singapore is a country with very strict regulations
• Well-integrated and modern public transportation
• Moslem Friendly
• A paradise for food lovers
• Unique Restaurants in Singapore
• 1. Ocean Restaurants
• 2. ANDSOFORTH
• 3. Nox-Dine in The Dark
• 4. Sushi Airways
• 5. Gourmet Bus
• 6. Chijmes Capitol Singapore
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