At Bonchon, you will find the best ‘hometown’ super crispy yet non-greasy original Korean fried chicken cooked to perfection. Their new outlet is now at the lively, vibrant riverbank stretch of Boat Quay. Enjoy a scenic lookout while indulging in their signature wings. 

Bonchon is “my hometown” in Korean, and is a global Korean comfort food restaurant brand that originated from South Korea in 2002. Founder and owner Mr. Jinduk Seo spent years perfecting the distinct cooking technique and addictive sauces that have made Bonchon Chicken the well-loved global phenomenon it is today.

At Bonchon, you can find a good variety of authentic korean comfort foods. Their specially designed menu includes their famous Korean fried chicken dishes, as well as traditional, yet modernized Korean foods to satisfy your discerning taste buds.

53 Boat Quay

Tel: +65 8816 4797 Email: feedback@bonchon.sg

The gastronomic stretch of Hong Kong Street, lined with the city’s top restaurants and bars, has a new company in Amò, the smart-casual Italian eatery and bar by established restaurateur-chef Beppe De Vito of the ilLido Group.

Amò continues the Group’s continuous mission to elevate the Italian dining scene in Singapore, by combining Italian traditions with contemporary innovation at a high perceived value.  

The menu comes in sharing portions to encourage interaction, ranging from an assortment of antipasti, salads and sides, to pre-sliced pizzas and large mains such as Spaghettoni with Boston Lobster and Tarragon, Butter Roasted Golden Chicken with Grilled Corn Custard, Grilled Octopus with Friggitelli Peppers and Calabrian Chili Vinaigrette and Grilled Angus Beef Tagliata with Sunchoke Mash. Its House Cured Meats and Cheese Platter also features a selection of specialty salami by sister restaurant &SONS.

In true Italian hospitality, a relaxed bar welcomes Amò's guests on arrival at the restaurant for casual drinks and aperitifs. The beverage list boasts an all-Italian selection of wines, beers and spirit-forward cocktails. A hot spot for social drinks and corporate entertaining, the cocktail menu concentrates on refreshing coolers that are built on classic Italian tipples while an impressive rotation of up to twenty wines are offered by the glass using the Coravin system at any time.

Taking over a sprawling shop house that had its origins as a warehouse since the 1950s, the 90-seater restaurant celebrates the heritage of its location with its post-industrial design concept. 

They have a private indoor dining room, specially carved out to host intimate occasions and gatherings for 12 guests.
 
Unique to the unit that houses Amò is an outdoor courtyard featuring a larger-than-life hand-painted wall illustration by local artist Venetia Stravens. The charming terrace accommodates up to 40 guests for dining under the stars.

33 Hong Kong Street

Tel: +65 6723 7733 Email: book@amorestaurant.sg

Popular Nagoya ramen chain, Menya Sakura, is now at Boat Quay. The kitchen is helmed by Chef Sho Naganuma, who was the executive chef at Marina Bay Sands'  Hide Yamamoto for five years.

The shop's signature is the Tsukemen; thick noodles dipped in a tonkotsu and seafood broth. 

On Teepee's menu, you will see a selection of original cocktails by Matthew Chan (Certified Sommelier of the Court of Master Sommeliers, and former Head Sommelier at Bacchanalia), spiced kimchi beef burger, wagyu beef bowl topped with an onsen egg and more.

31 Hong Kong Street

Tel: 6225 0025 Email: hola@teepee.com.sg

Braci is a modern, casual-luxe Italian open kitchen restaurant and a chic rooftop bar.

Perched on the top two floors of a newly-restored heritage shophouse by the Singapore River, Braci is the newest modern Italian restaurant and rooftop bar by renowned restaurateur Beppe De Vito. An exclusive Italian hideaway in the heart of bustling Boat Quay overlooking the river, the casual-luxe 16-seater open-kitchen restaurant and 30-seater bar features progressive Italian cuisine and classic cocktails that are reinvented through modern techniques.

With a name that literally means ‘ember’ in Italian, Braci’s menu is inspired by charcoal, the main cooking method, and draws upon this most primitive form of cooking to re-define and uplift classic Italian cuisine through the use of the Josper oven and the Japanese shichirin grill.

52 Boat Quay

Tel: +65 6866 1933 or Email: book@braci.sg

Headquarters by The Council is the new party home base for The Council, helmed by Eileen Chan aka DJ Cats on Crack and owner of KOI Izakaya, Clement Chin. The new space will host their Council series from Wednesdays to Saturdays, with Resident DJ Julien Brochard spinning electronic beats alongside other local DJs. 

Known for their pop-up underground parties featuring local faves like Haan from CBD raving ground, Kyō, to Berlin’s Kaiser Souzai, The Council’s recent party base hosts regional and international DJs who spin beats from house music, disco to techno. The Headquarters is then a no-frills underground club that is home to a community of music lovers with their signature parties and weeknight events.

You can even expect an experimental flair from their parties and not just a dark room with music, since they’ve turned streets into dance floors and shop houses into dancehalls. They've also brought parties to open-air carparks, secret villas and stunted rooftops.

66 Boat Quay

Email: TheCouncilSG@icloud.com

The Prestigious is founded by Master Tailor and former President of the Singapore Master Tailor Association, Thomas Wong. 

In an environment of outsourced manufacturing, The Prestigious keeps true to its traditions and roots, and demands that every commission be Bespoke made. Every single process is personally crafted by our skilled tailors and completed in-house. The Prestigious boasts an atelier within its retail premise and every commission is crafted onsite without being outsourced or transferred offsite.

Our tailors have all undergone years of rigorous training, and are mentored and personally supervised by Master Wong. Nothing is compromised - from the start to finish of the bespoke process, every detail is meticulously taken care of by the team.

The Prestigious has gained recognition and following, and now counts Titled Dignitaries and Captains of Industries amongst its exclusive list of ardent supporters.

62B Boat Quay 

Tel: +65 6705 6708 or Email: boutique@theprestigiousbespoke.com

Located at Boat Quay and tastefully decorated with an original Taverna theme, Gyromania welcomes everybody for a sensational and palatable journey of Authentic Greek Cuisine.

Originally the Gyro consisted of various cuts of meat (primarily lamb & pork, sometimes boneless chicken and beef) skewered on horizontal rotisseries. One of the reasons this Greek version of fast food was so popular is because the freshness - as patrons ordered the Gyro, the new layer began to cook from the rotisserie effect. So each order was fresh and the meat did not begin to cook until the next order was peeled from the cone of meat. Souvlaki has become one of the more popular fast foods in Europe and is now becoming popular in Singapore.

9 Circular Road

Tel: +65 9711 1298 or Email: gyromania.sg@gmail.com

Ivory Coffee offers a new coffee break option for those working around the Boat Quay and Raffles Place area.

Grab a seat by the window and enjoy a quick break as you sip on their lightly sweetened Apple Cinnamon Coffee. The cafe has yet to finalise the menu as it is still in its soft launch period, but for now, there are all-day brunch choices like the Salted Egg Chicken Waffle and mains like the Beef Bacon Mac & Cheese. In the evening, the kitchen turns out small plates like Salted Egg Chicken Bites and Fried Mantou with Condensed Milk; these go well with a glass of cold brew Ivory Iced Tea or Slow Pressed Juice.

10 North Canal Road

Tel: +65 65320341 or Email: reservation@ivorycoffee.sg

Dehesa has recently opened on North Canal Road.

Dehesa (which in Spanish means “grasslands” – home of the Iberico pig) is an escape from the ordinary. The only front-runner of the nose to tail eating revolution in Singapore, it is the home of distinctive, made-from-scratch and robustly flavoured alternative cut and offal delicacies, as well as succulent classic cut specialities with a commitment to whole animal usage.

Chef-Owner Jean-Philippe Patruno (affectionately known as JP) sits at the helm of this innovative venture located on North Canal Road, which extends the thriving Hong Kong Street dining scene. Highly skilled and proficient in the culinary art of preparing and cooking alternative cuts, he unleashes an unabashed, unashamedly brazen dining experience that is far from the expected norms and waves goodbye to convention.

12 North Canal Road

Tel: +65 6221 7790

Empress at the Asian Civilisations Museum offers an elevated dining experience with authentic Chinese cuisine in a modern waterfront setting.

Located in the iconic Asian Civilisations Museum, Empressis a smart casual Chinese restaurant for guests who are looking to have an uplifting and lively dining experience. Offering a contemporary setting, with both indoor and alfresco dining options by the waterfront, Empress aims to make everyday a celebration with traditional cuisine, friendly service and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for socialising over some signature roast meats and drinks.

Looking for an unconventional private dining space? Empress' private dining room, Canton Room, provides the perfect balance of intimacy and vibe. Boasting spectacular views of the Singapore River and CBD skyline, Canton Room comfortably accommodates up to 14 guests and is the ideal venue for all events from business lunches to social dinners.

Boasting a breezy alfresco deck and stunning views of the colourful Boat Quay façade and Singapore River, Empress Bar (opening soon) is a casual waterfront bar ideal for drinks and cocktails. Grab a few friends and kick back while you indulge in interesting Asian-inspired cocktails and bar bites.

1 Empress Place #01-03

Tel: 6238 8733 or Email: info@empress.com.sg

My Little Spanish Place has opened a second outlet, this time on Boat Quay.

Founded in March 2010, My Little Spanish Place is inspired by the ‘meson’, a typical home-style restaurant often found in Spanish regions. Its philosphy is based on the Spanish saying, “Mi Casa es Su Casa”, which means “My House is Your House”. It boasts a full-fledged menu of Spanish home-style dishes and desserts, and offers Singapore’s most complete Jamon bar and a Spanish ‘Despensa’ (pantry).

54 Boat Quay

Tel: +65 6532 0665 or Email: info@mylittlespanishplace.com.sg

Kacang Putih has opened recently on Boat Quay.

Swing by this dive bar for a night of boisterous mayhem.

The founders (one of them is the man behind Spiffy Dapper) are a riot, and the only thing pretentious here are the magazines they use to hold their uniquely flavoured kacang putih – yes, that old-school Singaporean street snack.

Bloody strong tiki cocktails with a Singapore feel.

61 Boat Quay

Tel: +65 8620 3865