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Whether you’re from halfway across the world on a sunny holiday or from across town treating yourself to a staycation, hotel food and the food near your Singapore hotel can be the most memorable part of your trip.
But which is the best hotel in Singapore for a foodie? To answer that question, we have to look beyond 5-star hotel restaurants to Singapore’s UNESCO-recognised hawker centres.
Here is where you should stay for the best hotel food experiences both inside and near your Singapore hotel.
1. PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay offers Lau Pa Sat’s chicken rice and hokkien mee alongside Born’s Michelin fusion and Vue’s rooftop grills. Packages (~S$400/night) with breakfast suit eco-conscious foodies in the heart of stunning Marina Bay.
Nearby Hawker Centre
Lau Pa Sat (~5 min by car)
A 24-hour foodie landmark, Lau Pa Sat delivers taste diversity like few other places in the world. This is the place to try Golden Shoe Hokkien Mee (Stall 26), arguably one of the most iconic hokkien mee stalls in Singapore and a favourite of both locals and tourists. Swatow Bai Le Teochew Braised Duck (Stall 9) opened at Lau Pa Sat in late 2024 but already attracts long queues, so be prepared to have your mind blown… after a wait. Feng Xiang Bak Kut Teh & Fried Porridge has opened a branch here at Stall 27 and you should try their fabled Sliced Fish Fried Porridge (S$8.50).
Nearby Restaurants
Restaurant Born (~7 min by car)
Cuisine: French-Chinese fusion
VUE (~4 min by car)
Cuisine: Modern European
Located on the rooftop of OUE Bayfront at Collyer Quay, VUE’s fire-kissed dishes by Head Chef Sam Chin deliver exquisite flavour through grilling over the much-vaunted binchotan charcoal. The wine menu complements the food par excellence.
We recommend the 4 Course Executive Set Lunch (S$108) where you can enjoy dishes like Grilled Argentinian Red Shrimp Salad, Wild Forest Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Spanish Octopus and Banana Hazelnut. There is also a 6-course dinner menu (S$198).
Hotel Restaurant
Peach Blossoms
2. Shangri-La Singapore (Orchard)
Shangri-La’s Orchard perch gives access to Newton Food Centre’s crab and fish porridge, plus Hua Ting’s Cantonese pork, Seroja’s Malaysian innovation and Fleur de Sel’s French elegance. Rooms (~S$350/night) with dining credits suit groups craving variety in a lush setting.
Nearby Hawker Centre
Newton Food Centre (~5 min by car)
Open till 2am, Newton’s lively vibe draws locals and tourists for seafood feasts.
Try the MICHELIN Guide awarded Kwang Kee Teochew Fish Porridge for addictive fish soup and porridge that uses fresh seafood to introduce a mild sweetness into their broth. Another star is Hai Yan BBQ Seafood, established in 1983, that handcrafts its own sambal and chincalok for the B.B.Q Stingray (S$15/S$20/S$25). You’ll be spoiled for choice with 33 dishes at 31 Heng Heng BBQ seafood and zi char-style spread.
Nearby Restaurants
Hua Ting Restaurant, Orchard Hotel (~4 min by car)
Cuisine: Cantonese
An elegant ambience complements refined, flavourful dishes here. Highlights include Baked Lobster with Superior Stock (S$58) and Double-boiled Fish Maw Soup (S$48). Don’t miss the Peking Duck (S$88/whole) which is just crispy, juicy perfection.
Hotel Restaurant
Shang Palace
Shang Palace, a one-Michelin-star institution, serves a wide range of Cantonese dishes, such as Barbecued Suckling Pig (8 pieces) for S$108, and Braised Sea Cucumber and Fish Maw in Abalone Sauce at S$60 per person. Another standout is their Roasted Peking Duck, served in two courses for S$98.
For something unique, try the Boneless Quail Stuffed with Bird’s Nest in Supreme Broth for S$98++.
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3. Sofitel Singapore City Centre
Sofitel Singapore City Centre sits in Tanjong Pagar’s dining epicentre, making it a foodie favourite with Amoy Street Food Centre and Maxwell Food Centre, both just a short walk away. In-house, Racines restaurant’s French-Asian culinary delights are a wonder.
Nearby Hawker Centres
Amoy Street Food Centre (~4-min walk)
Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient J2 Famous Crispy Curry Puff creates delectable examples of this humble pastry. Their Curry Puff (from S$2) is available in an array of flavours from the original curry potato to yam. At Han Kee Fish Soup, the Sliced Fish Soup (from S$6) comes with fresh fish and piping hot soup, both infused with addictive flavour.
Maxwell Food Centre (~5-min walk)
A local icon, Maxwell Food Centre is always abuzz with a crowd and its dishes, abuzz with flavour.
Relocated from the now-demolished Margaret Drive Food Centre, Tong Xin Ju Special Shanghai Tim Sum serves delicious Steamed Dumplings and Fried Dumplings (S$5.20 for 8 pieces), all made to order and arrived piping hot with an ample amount of well-marinated pork and chives. Try Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake if you want a savoury pick-me-up instead of a full meal. Their Oyster Cake (S$2.50) comes piping hot as fresh batches are made as the queue builds.
Nearby Restaurants
Fleur de Sel (~2-min walk)
Cuisine: French
This Michelin Guide gem offers an elegant ambience, ideal for a refined dining experience. Indulge in French gourmet dining with dishes like Atlantic Crab Salad (S$48) and Miyazaki Wagyu Beef (S$88). Their Degustation Set Menu (S$148++) features the exquisite Poached Lobster and Homemade Duck Liver Terrine.
Lolla (~7-min walk)
Cuisine: Mediterranean small plates
At Lolla, an industrial-chic interior provides an intimate setting, with counter seating offering views of the open kitchen. You’ll spot Chef Johanne Siy creating her signature dishes such as Avocado with Smoked Eel Consommé and Tuna Belly “Chutoro” Carpaccio. The seven- or nine-course tasting menus are available on Fridays and Saturdays, priced at S$148++ and S$188++, respectively.
Seroja (~9 min by car)
Cuisine: Modern Malaysian
Recognised with a One Michelin Star and Singapore’s first Michelin Green Star, Seroja exemplifies culinary excellence and sustainability as Chef Kevin Wong presents a refined interpretation of Malay Archipelago cuisine. His signature dishes include Mangrove Wood Charred Blue Lobster with Laksa Leaf Sauce and Betel Leaf Noodles with Mud Crab that are making my stomach grumble as I type. The Nusantara Dinner Menu (S$288++) is an immersive dining experience.
Hotel Restaurant
Racines
Cuisine: Franco-Asian
At Racines, the Franco-Asian culinary experience emphasises sustainability and local sourcing. Signature dishes include Chicken & Duck Foie Gras Mousse (S$28), Crispy Scale Red Snapper (S$42) and Prawn Biryani (S$36). The restaurant’s elegant setting complements its innovative menu, matching Sofitel’s modern Tanjong Pagar luxe.
4. The Outpost Hotel Sentosa
The Outpost’s fun Sentosa vibe connects to nearby Vivocity Food Republic’s wide variety, while nearby Sentosa hotels offer fine dining galore. Packages (~S$350/night) with breakfast suit young couples seeking a chic, food-filled island getaway.
Nearby Food Centre
Set on Sentosa island, Outpost Hotel lacks hawker centres within a 10-15 minute walk, but VivoCity’s Food Republic is a quick shuttle or taxi ride away.
Food Republic at VivoCity (~5 min by car)
In the mood for noodles? GO Noodle House is the place to go. We recommend the deliciously-named Signature Bursting Meatball Noodles (S$12.90) and Fu Zhou Fish Ball Noodles (S$12.90), all starring their mixian noodles and the rich Superior Soup.
Mr. Onigiri is a casual eatery that specialises in Okinawan-style onigiri, perfect snacks or as a light meal. Try the Spam with Cheese (S$4.90), Signature Melted Cheesy Crispy Chicken (S$6.90) and the outlet-exclusive Teriyaki Grilled Salmon (S$8.90).
Nearby Restaurants
Fiamma, Capella Hotel Singapore (~3 min by car)
Cuisine: Italian
Nestled in Capella Hotel Singapore and recognised in the MICHELIN Guide Singapore 2024, Fiamma, specialises in rustic Italian fare. You’ll want to try the Polpette (S$28) and Tagliatelle al Ragù di Mare (S$58). The Gusto Tasting Menu (S$188++) offers a fuller experience.
The Kitchen Table, W Singapore (~7 min by car)
Cuisine: International buffet
At The Kitchen Table in W Singapore on Sentosa Cove, diners can enjoy a diverse menu featuring dishes like the iconic Singapore Chilli Crab (S$58) and Char-Grilled Australian Wagyu Ribeye (S$98). The restaurant is renowned for its Sunday Brunch Buffet (S$128++) where you can indulge in an extensive spread of international cuisine favourites as well as the fantastic view.
Hotel Restaurant
1-V:U
Perched atop The Outpost Hotel, 1-V:U serenades diners (exclusively aged 12 and above) with a progressive Asian dining experience with dishes like Wagyu Patty Melt (S$35) and Crispy Cauliflower Florets (S$11). The venue also features a rooftop infinity pool and offers sunset views over the Singapore Strait.
5. The Clan Hotel Singapore
A stay at The Clan Hotel in Clarke Quay unlocks access to Hong Lim Food Centre’s laksa and pork noodles, plus The Coconut Club’s nasi lemak and Ramen Keisuke’s lobster ramen. Packages (~S$300/night) with breakfast suit riverside foodies seeking vibrant, diverse flavours.
Nearby Hawker Centre
Hong Lim Food Centre (~8-min walk)
A Chinatown gem, Hong Lim is packed with Michelin-recognised stalls.
One of them is Ji Ji Noodle House, one of Singapore’s highest-rated wanton mee stalls and a Michelin Guide regular since 2016. There’s always a queue but the ultra-loaded signature Ji Ji Signature Char Siew Wanton Noodle (S$4.50/S$5.50/S$6.50/S$8.50) is delicious and amazing value! A S$5.50 bowl comes with 6 wantons (3 fried, 3 boiled), bok choy, fried pork lard and a heap of char siew slices.
A former Michelin Guide awardee and also very popular is Ah Heng Curry Chicken Bee Hoon Mee. The stall sells only its signature dish, Curry Chicken Bee Hoon Mee (S$6/S$7/S$8). The aromatic, full-bodied curry has just the right amount of lemak. The deboned chicken pieces are silky, tender and juicy and taste best when paired with the gravy and the house-made hae bee chilli.
Nearby Restaurants
Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King, Orchird Hotel (~4 min by car)
Cuisine: Japanese
For fans of Japanese cuisine, especially ramen, Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King should be their first foodie stop. Experience its rich, creamy tonkotsu broth with the Tonkotsu Ramen (S$11.90) or Black Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and Red Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen (S$12.90). Flavoured eggs and seaweed come at S$2 and S$1, respectively but hard-boiled eggs and marinated bean sprouts are complimentary.
Children aged 3–10 will enjoy a free bowl of Kids Ramen with every order of a regular bowl of ramen.
Song Fa Kway Chap, ION Orchard (~8 min by car)
Cuisine: Teochew
Song Fa Kway Chap is a second-generation Michelin Bib Gourmand establishment for those who enjoy traditional braised delights. The Kway Chap Set for One (S$7.90) and Kway Chap Set for Two (S$14.90) are good starting points.
For a more indulgent experience, try the Peppery Kway Chap Deluxe Set for Two (S$26.90). Additional sides include Braised Duck Rice starting from S$8.84, Braised Large Intestines at S$7.80 and Braised Pig’s Skin for S$4.35.
Hotel Restaurant
QIN
Known for its refined dining experience with panoramic city views, QĪN Restaurant & Bar creates contemporary Asian cuisine with a modern twist. Signature dishes include Sang Mein (S$48++), featuring angel hair pasta in a truffle-infused broth with tiger prawn. Their Angus Short Ribs (S$78++), slow-cooked and grilled over binchotan with satay espuma and sambal matah. The restaurant offers a 6-course degustation menu priced at S$98++ per person, showcasing a fusion of East-meets-West flavours.
