Just Opened April 2023: New Restaurants, Cafés and Bars in Singapore This Month

PUBLISHED April 4th, 2023 06:00 am | UPDATED April 15th, 2023 03:34 pm

From international brands to local concepts, Singapore continues to be a gastro-hub offering the best from every corner of the world. This month, get a taste of Japanese favourites, Filipino flavourings, new speakeasys and coffee chains from China and Canada. Here are the new restaurants, cafés and bars in Singapore this April 2023.

Restaurants

iKKAGOYO

Decked out in Sukiya-Zukuri style, kaiseki concept iKKAGOYO is the new kid on the Amoy Street block. Inspired by a Japanese proverb that means ‘one flower opening up to five petals’, you’ll find Hyogo native, Chef Mitsutaka Sakamoto at the helm. Look forward to an array of unique and innovative flavours made with fresh in-season ingredients and panache. Premium Japanese ingredients highlighted in their 12-course menu (S$338++ per person) alongside their signature kombu dashi (kelp-seaweed broth) includes eel, skipjack tuna, abalone, and uni.

iKKAGOYO is located at 115 Amoy St, #01-04, Singapore 069935, p. +65 8457 8732. Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm–10pm. Closed Sun.

Salt & Palm

Hailing from Sydney, Salt & Palm has finally opened its doors in the idyllic district of Joo Chiat Road in Singapore. Bringing with it a progressive approach to modern Asian cuisine, the brand is the brainchild of managing director and CEO of Blue Waves – Mark Soetantyo, and restaurateur extraordinaire and Executive Chef sister Natasya Soetantyo. Dig into their signature Prawn Bisque Pasta (S$32), as well as the bold Porchetta (S$32), featuring Australian pork belly cooked in a rich coconut gravy with Balinese spice. Desserts are spun the same way, with full vegan iterations of Crème Brulee (S$15) with jackfruit, and Pavlova (S$18) sporting aquafaba meringue and mango cream.

Salt & Palm is located at 467 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427678, p. +65 8939 9617. Open Wed-Sun 5pm–11 pm. Closed Mon & Tue. 

Le Bon Funk

After five years at the bustling Club Street, Le Bon Funk has opened its second outlet at the lively Holland Village. The new day-to-night kitchen and wine bar is a 68-seater space featuring a breezy al fresco terrace. The Holland Village branch brings a tight curation of exciting wines, complemented with produce-led plates inspired by the chefs’ travels and diverse background. Chow down on the handmade in-house daily Leek Ravioli ($42) with smoked carrot and pea tendrils; or the tender Lamb Neck ($48), served with rapini and grilled gnocchi.

Le Bon Funk is located at 277 Holland Avenue, Singapore 278994, p. +65 9833 9867. Open Wed-Fri 5pm–10 pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-10pm. Closed Mon & Tues.

Eden

Celebrating the best of Asia, Pullman Singapore Orchard brings us another exciting eatery to Singapore’s prime shopping belt. A lush glasshouse retreat, Eden Restaurant approaches the region’s cuisine through a refined, modern lens. Expect vibrant dishes such as the Tuna Ceviche with Ikura (S$26++), which takes inspiration from the Issan staple of koi pla, a juicy Satay Lamb Rack (S$40++) accompanied with charred broccolini and homemade peanut sauce, as well as the Szechuan T-Bone Steak (S$138++, serves two). In addition to the a la carte menu, Eden is also offering a two-course Set Lunch at S$35++ per person.

Eden Restaurant is located at Pullman Singapore Orchard, 270 Orchard Rd, Level 4, Singapore 238857, p. +65 6603 8888. Open daily 6.30am–11 pm.

Cafes

luckin coffee

Founded in 2017 in Bejing, luckin is China’s largest coffee chain and a pioneer of technology-driven retail. Its first overseas outposts in Singapore at Ngee Ann City and Marina Square join over the community of over 8,000 stores in its home country. The minimalist blue-and-white stores will boast 100% cashier-less stores, where customers can select, purchase, and pick up their coffee through a mobile app for both dining in and takeaway. Check out their famous Coconut Latte, alongside selections from its ‘Little Black Cup’ Specialty SOE coffee series and luckin Exfreezo™ series.

luckin coffee has outlets at Ngee Ann and Marina Square.

Tim Hortons

It seems to be a month for beloved international coffee chains with famous Canadian coffee-house, Tim Hortons also making its debut in Singapore. Joining hands with Japanese trading firm Marubeni Corporation, the brand plans to expand to many more locations across Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia in the next decade. Though we are still awaiting a menu launch and other details, some highlights from the North American menu include hearty breakfast sandwiches, wraps, donuts and themed seasonal drinks. Watch this space for more updates!

Tim Horton’s opening date and location to be revealed in April 2023.

Cafe USAGI Tokyo

For authentic Japanese ice cream, green tea, and mochi, Café USAGI Tokyo has just opened shop at Suntec City. Japanese Chef and Creative Director Yuka Shigeno takes inspiration from the likes of nature, flowers and buildings, and uses only all-natural ingredients and colouring in her dishes. Try the soft and chewy Handmade Daifuku, Waffles with Kuromitsu or Maple Syrup and the rich signature Japanese Flavoured Handcrafted Ice Cream made with imported Hokkaido milk. Flavours include Hokkaido Milk & Vanilla, Ceremomial Uji Matcha, Samurai Blue Sea Salt and more.

Café USAGI Tokyo is located at Suntec City Tower 3, 8 Temasek Blvd, #02-615A, Singapore 038983. Open daily 11am–10 pm.

Bars

Synthesis 食拿酒稳

A hot new speakeasy at Suntec City, Synthesis 食拿酒稳 is a Traditional Chinese Medicine-themed restaurant bar that seeks to offer a nourishing experience – think harmonious combinations of ingredients that restore balance and boost your overall wellbeing. At the Insta-friendly spot, look forward to wholesome bites like Pani Puri with Cold Assam Curry, as well as Iberico Pork & Prawn Ngoh Hiang. Wash down the snacks with the likes of the whisky-based Uncle Tom’s “Kopi O” and Goji-Roni, a White Negroni twisted with goji berries. Watch out for entertaining live music performances and energetic dance tracks.

Synthesis 食拿酒稳 is located at Suntec City Tower 4, 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-643, (next to 7-11), Sinagpore 038983, p.+65 9727 4649. Open Sun-Wed 4pm-11pm, Thu-Sat 4pm-2am.

Tajine

Deliciae Hospitality Management presents Tajine, a new authentic Moroccan tapas and cocktail bar at Robertson Quay this April. Drawing culinary influences from Moroccan cuisine as well as the Mediterranean basin and Africa, expect meticulously handmade and tasty slow-cooked dishes. Designed for sharing, dishes include The Mixed Platter featuring Zaalouk (grilled eggplant), Khizou Mchermel (cooked carrot salad), and Bessara (fava bean hummus drizzled with extra virgin olive oil). For tipples, look to their sweet and tangy take on the Martini with Sumactini, whilst the Marrakesh is a refreshing blend of gin, mezcal, passionfruit, and orgeat.

Tajine is located at 18 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore 238967, p. +65 6690 7566. Open Tue-Thu 5pm-11pm, Fri 12pm-11pm, Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm. Closed Mon.

Top image: Salt & Palm