The TOP 10 Asian Restaurants in Singapore

What is it? Ocean Restaurant sits at B1M of the Equarius Hotel, 16 Sentosa Gateway, and is a five-minute walk from the S.E.A. Aquarium. It holds an Excellence Award from Wine Spectator and focuses on a combination of seafood, Asian, and contemporary cuisines.

Why we love it: The restaurant commands a high price for a reason; its layout is designed as a fine dining space where the interior is meant to frame the surrounding water. With a 4.61 rating across 653 reviews, it manages the rare feat of balancing a large-scale tourist location with the precision required for a luxury seafood-forward menu.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Ocean Restaurant applies strictly to the entire dining room, so leave the Adventure Cove Waterpark gear at the hotel before your reservation.

What is it? Shisen Hanten sits on the 35th floor of the Hilton Singapore Orchard, a brief 100-meter walk from the main thoroughfare of Orchard Road. This fine dining destination holds a Michelin star and maintains a position at number 20 on La Liste.

Why we love it: It manages the rare feat of delivering high-end Chinese and seafood service while perched well above the retail sprawl of ION Orchard. With a 4.85 rating across more than 2,000 reviews, it commands the 333 Orchard Rd address through consistent execution rather than sheer spectacle.

Good to Know: The terrace at Shisen Hanten provides a vantage point over the city that is rarely accessible for those staying in the immediate vicinity of the National Museum of Singapore.

What is it? Kotuwa sits at 46 Kim Yam Rd in the New Bahru School Block. It is a restaurant focusing on modern and traditional Asian cuisine, located about a 20-minute walk from the National Museum of Singapore and roughly 25 minutes from Fort Canning Park.

Why we love it? The venue earns a 4.66 rating from 676 reviews by translating traditional Asian flavors into a fine dining format that feels distinct from the Orchard Road corridor. It is a rare space in the area that balances a luxury atmosphere with a terrace, offering a refined, romantic setting that justifies its price point.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Kotuwa is best paired with a table on the terrace to make the most of the restaurant's quiet, view-oriented position in the New Bahru complex.

What is it? Thevar sits at 16 Mohamed Sultan Rd, a short walk from Fort Canning Park and the National Museum of Singapore. It is a two-Michelin-starred restaurant specializing in a fusion of South East Asian and Indian cuisines.

Why we love it: The kitchen treats traditional Indian flavors with a fine-dining sensibility, landing it at number 71 on the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list. The room balances a romantic, intimate pulse with a high-end approach that rarely feels stiff, earning a 4.81 rating from its frequenters.

Good to Know: Thevar maintains a smart and elegant dress code, so save the shorts for your walk through the nearby Orchard Road shopping belt.

What is it? Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine (Orchard) sits on the third floor of ION Orchard. It holds a Michelin star and draws on traditional Chinese and seafood-focused cooking techniques.

Why we love it: It earns its place in the Michelin Guide by elevating Teochew traditions within the high-traffic luxury retail environment of Orchard Turn. While neighbors are often fleeting, this venue maintains a consistent following, evidenced by its 4.57 rating across hundreds of reviews. It manages to deliver a formal fine-dining experience that feels detached from the busy mall floors just 50 meters away.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code is strictly observed, and diners should note that the seafood-heavy menu reflects the precision required to earn the restaurant its Michelin star.

What is it? Mott 32 Singapore sits within The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, a 50-meter walk from the main complex and 400 meters from the ArtScience Museum. This Michelin-starred restaurant specializes in modern Chinese and Asian fine dining.

Why we love it: While the Marina Bay Sands area is dense with options, this venue secures its place by pairing a Michelin-starred pedigree with a dramatic, luxury-focused setting that includes an expansive terrace. It leans into high-end Chinese cuisine without retreating from the energy of its central location, maintaining a strong 4.61 rating across nearly a thousand reviews.

Good to Know: The kitchen at Mott 32 Singapore manages a complex menu of modern Chinese preparations, so reserve a seat on the terrace if you prefer the expansive views of the surrounding Marina Bay landmarks over the formal dining room.

What is it? Terra holds a Michelin star and sits at 54 Tras St. It is a four-minute walk from Telok Ayer Market and a six-minute stroll from Thian Hock Keng Temple.

Why we love it: This is a destination for contemporary Asian-seafood cooking that feels earned rather than performative. With a guest rating of 4.66 from 314 reviews, it bridges the gap between high-concept fine dining and the intimacy expected of a room on Tras St. The pricing reflects a luxury tier, but the romantic, intimate setting makes it a distinct choice over the more casual concepts nearby.

Good to Know: Terra maintains a strict smart and elegant dress code, so plan your attire to match the terrace environment.

What is it? Candlenut sits at 17a Dempsey Rd, a two-kilometre walk from the Singapore Botanic Gardens. The restaurant holds a Michelin star and serves modern, creative South East Asian cuisine.

Why we love it: While many tables in this district lean into casual tropical themes, Candlenut executes fine dining with a precision that justifies its Michelin-starred status. It manages to feel both expansive and romantic, striking a balance that remains rare among the high-end options found four kilometres away near Orchard Road.

Good to Know: The creative menu at Candlenut commands a premium price, so come prepared for an expensive, slow-paced evening that demands a smart and elegant wardrobe.

What is it? Labyrinth sits at 8 Raffles Ave., #02-23, a seven-minute walk from the ArtScience Museum. This Michelin-starred restaurant specializes in contemporary, creative Asian cuisine.

Why we love it: The restaurant commands respect for its technical focus, reflected in a current ranking as no. 29 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants and no. 91 on The World's 50 Best Restaurants. With its combination of luxury fine dining and a setting that feels distinctly romantic, it justifies its higher price point for diners looking for a rigorous, conceptual take on regional flavors.

Good to Know: The kitchen at Labyrinth leans into creative, contemporary interpretations of Asian profiles, so bring an open palate for a menu that prioritizes technique over tradition.

What is it? Manhattan sits on the second floor of 1 Cuscaden Road. The restaurant is a ten-minute walk from Orchard Road and features a distinct blend of Japanese and Asian seafood.

Why we love it: It manages the rare feat of being both a full-service restaurant and a bar, offering a fine dining experience that feels purposeful rather than sprawling. With a guest rating of 4.74 from over 1,000 reviews, it commands a level of consistency that is hard to find in a city as competitive as Singapore.

Good to Know: Given the focus on Japanese seafood, diners at Manhattan should prioritize the raw preparations over the cooked menu items to best appreciate the kitchen's sourcing.