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Another Korean grill that has set up shop is D’RIM at Mandarin Gallery, Orchard Road. Launched in December 2023, D’RIM offers smoke-less charcoal barbecue in a modern hanok setting. D’RIM is pronounced as “deurim” (드림), a Korean term that translates to “sincerely yours” in English. “Here at D’RIM, it signifies the act of ‘presenting’ with utmost respect and sincerity,” says founder Luke Yi.

Housed within a cosy room at the back of Hashida Singapore, Abura Kappo is a restaurant-in-restaurant concept dreamt up by Chef Kenjiro “Hatch” Hashida, who is known his for boundary-bending take on Japanese gastronomy. 

Revolver’s hidden Private Experience Room is a vision in red, making it the perfect location for those looking to host unforgettable celebrations. The spacious yet intimate setting, which is housed above the buzzing modern Indian restaurant, is clad in plush, fiery fabrics and is equipped with a fully operational bar, wine cabinet, state-of-the-art sound system, relaxing loungers, and a communal dining table. 

Twenty-four years have passed since KU DE TA opened its gates in Seminyak neighbourhood. The iconic sunset destination enchanted both the island’s visitors and residents alike with its open-plan restaurant, sexy plunge pool, chilloSeminyakut soundtrack, chic daybeds, and access to the best seat to watch sunsets in Seminyak.

These celebrated restaurants in Singapore prove that there is more to fine dining beyond luxurious ingredients like wagyu beef, caviar, and seafood.

Housed in a black-and-white colonial house on Scotts Road, Iru Den’s brand new five-course menu showcases the best seasonal produce procured from small scale producers and friends in Taiwan and Japan, making it a rare, value-for-money fine dining proposition. Seemingly simple Amuse Bouche of twin snacks, featuring the Aichi Amela Tomato Tart and Taiwan Sakura Ebi Gunkan with tamagoyaki, are brilliant examples of how the quality of fine produce speaks for itself, as diners enjoy the natural flavors of the ingredients with minimum embellishments and fuss.