The TOP 10 Modern Restaurants in Singapore

What is it? Level 33 sits at 8 Marina Blvd, #33-01 Tower 1. It is a fine dining restaurant located a seven-minute walk from the ArtScience Museum and a short stroll from The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

Why we love it: The restaurant balances its international fusion menu with a prominent terrace that overlooks the area near Marina Bay Sands. With a guest rating of 4.64 from 3775 reviews, it justifies its higher price point by offering a vantage point few other venues in the district provide.

Good to Know: Level 33 requires a smart and elegant dress code, so trade your sightseeing sneakers for something more polished before heading up to the terrace.

What is it? LAVO sits on Level 57 of Tower 1 at 10 Bayfront Avenue within the Marina Bay Sands hotel. It is a 100-metre walk from the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark and 300 metres from The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

Why we love it: This restaurant balances a high-altitude fine dining setting with a menu that bridges Italian, seafood, and modern cuisines. With over 5,000 guest ratings averaging 4.64, it remains a consistent choice for those prioritizing the scale and logistics of the Marina Bay Sands complex.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at LAVO is strictly enforced, so plan your wardrobe before heading up to the 57th floor.

What is it? Burnt Ends sits at 7 Dempsey Rd, #01-02. This Michelin-starred restaurant focuses on modern grill and contemporary cooking techniques. It holds a ranking on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list and a spot on La Liste.

Why we love it: While many restaurants in Singapore lean toward the formal, Burnt Ends favors a high-energy, grill-centric approach that earned it a place among the world’s most respected dining rooms. It manages to balance the rigor of its Michelin-starred status with a terrace setting that feels connected to the greenery of the nearby Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Good to Know: The kitchen at Burnt Ends centers on its custom-built grills, so expect the menu to emphasize live-fire preparation over traditional, hands-off fine dining.

What is it? Kotuwa sits at 46 Kim Yam Rd in the New Bahru School Block. It is a restaurant that draws on traditional and modern Asian influences, situated a twenty-minute walk from the National Museum of Singapore and a twenty-five-minute walk from Orchard Road.

Why we love it? The kitchen manages to balance a fine dining sensibility with the constraints of a traditional palate, a feat reflected in the restaurant's high guest rating. It provides a formal, quiet alternative to the more frantic dining rooms found closer to the nearby Fort Canning Park, catering to diners who prefer a space that feels curated rather than crowded.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Kotuwa is best paired with a table on the terrace if you want to take advantage of the venue's view.

What is it? Spago sits on Level 57 of Tower 2 at Marina Bay Sands. It is an international, modern, and contemporary restaurant located within a one-minute walk of the Marina Bay Sands Casino.

Why we love it: It separates itself from the high-traffic dining options at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, which sits just a two-minute walk away, by offering a fine dining experience that pairs its terrace with a high-altitude setting. With a guest rating of 4.71 from nearly 2,000 reviews, it remains a consistent destination for those seeking a premium, outdoor-focused meal in the heart of the complex.

Good to Know: The dress code at Spago is smart and elegant, which is a necessary consideration if you plan to move between the restaurant and the nearby ArtScience Museum, a roughly five-minute walk away.

What is it? Willow sits at 39 Hongkong St, positioning it within a ten-minute walk of the Asian Civilisations Museum and less than fifteen minutes from the National Gallery Singapore. This restaurant holds a Michelin star.

Why we love it: It bypasses the high-traffic tourist corridor near Merlion Park to offer a disciplined, contemporary fusion experience in a quiet, high-end setting. With a guest rating of 4.78 from 232 reviews, the room consistently delivers a level of intimacy that makes it one of the more refined choices for a formal, romantic evening.

Good to Know: The kitchen’s modern, fusion-heavy approach dictates a smart and elegant dress code, so save the casual attire for your walk along the river.

What is it? Thevar sits at 16 Mohamed Sultan Rd, a short fifteen-minute walk from the National Museum of Singapore. This restaurant holds two Michelin stars and ranks among the top entries on the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list.

Why we love it: Thevar bridges South East Asian and Indian influences with a precision that demands the premium pricing typical of this category. It avoids the tired tropes of fusion cooking, opting instead to balance complex spice profiles with the refinement expected of a two-star venue. Its ability to command a 4.81 guest rating across hundreds of reviews highlights a consistency that defines the space.

Good to Know: Thevar enforces a smart and elegant dress code, so plan your attire accordingly for the walk over from Fort Canning Park.

What is it? Zén is a luxury destination on 41 Bukit Pasoh Rd, situated a five-minute walk from the Chinatown Heritage Centre. It holds three Michelin stars and ranks as number 56 on the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list.

Why we love it: This restaurant separates itself from the high-end competition by blending fusion and creative modern techniques into a multi-sensory fine dining sequence. With 326 guest reviews averaging 4.81, the consistency of the experience justifies the high price tier for those seeking a deliberate, romantic evening.

Good to Know: Zén enforces a smart and elegant dress code, so save the casual wear for your stroll through nearby Ann Siang Hill Park.

What is it? Marguerite holds a Michelin star and sits within the Flower Dome at 18 Marina Gardens Dr. It is a 100-meter walk from Gardens by the Bay and 300 meters from the Cloud Forest.

Why we love it: This is a destination for those who want their contemporary, creative cuisine delivered within a highly polished, romantic setting. The space manages to feel both exclusive and intimately connected to its conservatory environment, justifying its premium price point. It currently maintains a 4.82 rating from 202 reviews, proving that the luxury execution matches the ambition of the menu.

Good to Know: The smart and elegant dress code at Marguerite is strictly enforced, so leave the resort wear at the hotel before heading into the Flower Dome.

What is it? Mott 32 Singapore sits at 10 Bayfront Ave, inside The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. It is a Michelin-starred destination that focuses on modern Chinese cuisine.

Why we love it: While it holds a position in a high-traffic luxury retail hub, it offers a distinct fine dining experience just 400 metres from the ArtScience Museum. The kitchen balances traditional Chinese techniques with a modern approach that justifies its place among the most expensive dining options in the district.

Good to Know: Mott 32 Singapore enforces a smart and elegant dress code, so trade the typical Marina Bay Sands tourist attire for something more formal before heading to your table.