Samy's Curry ★ 4.4
Order: ['Fish head curry', 'Masala chicken', 'Mysore mutton']
Tip: The S$4.50 rice set gets you free-flow white rice, papadum, vegetables and curry. Arrive before 1pm on weekday lunches to avoid the queue.
Symmetry is an australian all-day restaurant in Kampong Glam, Singapore.
Must order: ['Truffle eggs', 'Grain bowl', 'Mushroom toast']
Tip: Dog-friendly terrace makes this a favourite for expat brunches on weekday mornings when it is quieter than weekends.
Address: 9 Jalan Kubor, #01-01, Singapore 199206
Order: ['Fish head curry', 'Masala chicken', 'Mysore mutton']
Tip: The S$4.50 rice set gets you free-flow white rice, papadum, vegetables and curry. Arrive before 1pm on weekday lunches to avoid the queue.
Order: ['Heart attack fried rice', 'US Black Angus rib eye', 'Hokkien mee']
Tip: Open until 1am, making it one of the more civilised late-night dining options in the city centre. The Gothic courtyard at CHIJMES is beautiful at night.
Order: ['Cereal butter prawns', 'Claypot ee fu noodles', 'Baby kailan with preserved egg']
Tip: Open for lunch and dinner daily. Weekday lunches are slightly calmer but expect a wait at dinner on weekends. No reservations for walk-in groups under 8.
Order: ['8-course omakase (full menu)', 'Laksa course', 'Singapore sling dessert']
Tip: Reservations open on the 1st of each month at 10am for the following month and sell out in minutes. Single-diner spots available on select days. S$188 per person.
Order: ['Crossroads tasting menu', 'Bread with cultured butter', 'Any fermented course']
Tip: Book the chef's counter seat for the most engaging evening. Lunch is available Wednesday to Sunday and offers slightly better value.
Order: ['Hainanese chicken rice', 'Steamed fish with ginger', 'Kai lan with oyster sauce']
Tip: The lunch hour between 12pm and 1.30pm gets very busy on weekdays. Order a large whole chicken for groups. Bib Gourmand recognised since 2025.