Just Opened January 2022: New Restaurants, Bars, and Cafes in Singapore This Month

PUBLISHED January 4th, 2022 05:00 am | UPDATED January 16th, 2022 03:55 pm

New year, new ways to get feasting! Singapore’s dining scene is sure kicking 2022 off with a bang, with sizzling new grill spots, fusion concepts, droolworthy bakeries, and more. If ever you needed an excuse to ditch those new year fitness resolutions, these newly opened restaurants, cafes, and bars in Singapore will make your calories count.

Restaurants

Osomatsu

Said by a host, osomatsu translates to ‘it was no big deal of a meal’ – a modest phrase typical of the ever-humble Japanese. But the newly launched Osomatsu kitchen and bar in KINEX is certainly worth making a fuss about. Helmed by acclaimed local chefs Angus Chow and Justin Foo, the extensive izakaya-style menu features meaty skewers alongside inventive decadence like Uni Ikura Tart and tender Shiromi laced with truffle. For an immersive experience, opt for their upcoming seven-course Omakase Menu (S$160/pax).

Osomatsu is located at #02-21, KINEX, 11 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 437157, p. +65 9235 9419. Open daily 11.30am-2.30pm & 5.30pm-10.30pm.

Rosemead

Serving up a stylish slice of modern California, Rosemead is the latest restaurant in the Jigger & Pony Group’s stable of concepts. Set along Cecil Street – in the heritage building formerly occupied by The Black Swan – this breezy eatery promises a convivial fine dining experience. Executive Chef David Tang draws on his memories of his Californian hometown to craft a menu intriguingly divided it into three categories – chilled, vegetables and grains, and cooked over orange and lychee wood embers. Each category revolves around seasonal flavours carefully sourced from local and regional producers. See review here.

Rosemead is located at 19 Cecil Street, Singapore 049704, p. +65 9781 9084. Open Tues-Sun 6pm-10.30pm. Closed Mon. 

KOAL

A sizzling new concept by the Les Amis Group, KOAL brings the essence of the culinary arts back to the basics – the glowing open flame. The restaurant marries Western and Eastern charcoal grilling techniques, producing a range of smoke-laced Asian plates. Head down to feast on their three-course set lunches, featuring showstoppers like Grassfed Rib Eye (S$30) and Salmon Fillet (S$30). The dinner menu is just as impressive, with everything from Charred Broccoli (S$8) to Ox Tongue (S$16) to Prawns with Beurre Blanc Sauce (S$20) bearing the smoky kiss of the grill.

KOAL is located at #03-09/10/11, Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Road, Singapore 228208, p. +65 8129 4500. Open Tues-Sun 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-9.30pm. Closed on Mon.

Path Restaurant

Blending French finesse and familiar East Asian flavours, Path Restaurant serves up an elegant rendition of modern Asian fare. The debut restaurant of Chef Marvas Ng, Path is all about paving new approaches to culinary techniques – even as it charts a return to his roots. The Signature Butter-Roasted Herb-Brined French Poulet, for one, is a multilayered symphony of Chinese herbs, European butter roasting, and Hong Kong-style ginger scallion sauce, coming together in one concerto of flavour. The restaurant also has an impressive wine list to match, showcasing acclaimed brands like Spanish label Dominio del Aguila and South African winery Alheit Vineyards.

Path is located at #01-05/06, Tower 3, Marina Bay Financial Centre, 12 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018982, p. +65 8189 1849. Open Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm & 6pm-9pm, Sat 6pm-9pm. Closed Sun.

Bars

Bar Uva

Vino lovers have a new spot in town to wind down at Bar Uva. You might find yourself struggling to pick a bottle amidst their list of over a hundred wines from the Old World and New World, including an intriguing Clai Ottocento Bijeli (S$95) from Croatia and a selection of natural wines. The food is no slouch either – plump Kuyjukushima Oysters with Tomato Sherry Jelly & Smoked Caviar (S$16) or succulent King Prawns with N’duja & Capsicum Cream (S$21)? Tough choices indeed. For the best of all worlds, be sure to catch their Wine & Tapas Buffet Brunches on weekends, starting from S$48++.

Bar Uva is located at 24 Purvis Street, Singapore 188601, p. +65 9657 8774. Open Tues-Fri 3pm-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-10.30pm. Closed on Mon.

Cafes

Vanda Botanical Desserts

Italian Chef Loris Massimini is set to make gelato lovers scream at Vanda Botanical Desserts. The apprentice of the legendary Manuele Presenti of Chiccheria Gelateria is crossing traditional Italian techniques with Asian teas, herbs, and botanics, and the results are sweet indeed. Experience fun flavours like Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry, Poached Pear Walnut and Coconut Pandan with Coconut Pulps that simply burst with florals and fruitiness. Each signature creation comes crowned with an edible Mini Viola flower too.

Vanda Botanical Desserts is located at #01-16/17, 313@somerset, 313 Orchard Road, Singapore 238895. 

Tiong Bahru Bakery Maju

Did somebody say fresh French bakes? The Tiong Bahru Bakery chain has upheld its stellar reputation for top quality French pastries consistently over the years. With their latest branch in Singapore’s very own Little France -Serangoon Gardens – you can tuck into their much-raved croissants, quiches, baguettes, and rolls while imagining you’re on a mini getaway.

Tiong Bahru Bakery Maju is located at 8 Maju Avenue, Singapore 556686, p. +65 6877 4890. Open daily 7.30am-7pm. 

Baker X

Bringing home-based bakers in the spotlight, Baker X is a newly launched baking studio and cafe at Orchard Central. The brick-and-mortar store will showcase a rotating lineup of home-based businesses, allowing you to watch your fave bakers in action. White’s Bakery is kicking things off with their signature creamy Basque Cheesecake (large slice S$10/6-inch; 1kg whole cake S$38) and limited edition Korean Fat Macarons (S$30 for 6). You can expect crowd-favourites like Browned Butter Bakehouse and Mon Cerise Patisserie to pop up in the next six months.

Baker X is located at #04-29, Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road,  Singapore 238896, p. +65 6238 1051. Open daily 11am-10pm.

Alice Boulangerie

You’ll want to prep your camera when you head down to Alice Boulangerie. Set in a chic Balinese-influenced space, the boulangerie crafts Insta-worthy bakes like Bi-Colour Croissants (S$7++), colourful danishes (S$5++), and cakes in breathtaking designs. The Ispahan (S$9.60), for one, features vanilla mousse and lychee compote in the striking shape of a rose.

Alice Boulangerie is located at #01-05/11 Icon Village, 12 Gopeng Street, Singapore 078877, p. +65 6994 1196. Open daily 8am-7pm.

Top image: Path Restaurant