Dining Guide: 8 New-in-town restaurants you need to know

MF editorial team 22 Mar 2017

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Mojo
Telok Ayer is inundated with restaurants, but you shouldn’t pass up this intriguing gem. Mojo is a modern Japanese restaurant and bar that caters to health-conscious Singaporeans. If you’re looking for a place to indulge in protein-rich options and complex carbs, this is your one-stop destination. With ingredients that range from brown rice and quinoa to Japanese tilapia fillet and charred corn with garlic confit, you’ll be glad to know you’re allowed to design your own lunch bowls here! And yes, they also serve up great cocktails and yakitori once the sun sets, so this could very well be your dream after-work hangout.

204 Telok Ayer Street

UOB Special: 10% off total bill with a min. spend of S$50. Valid till 31 December 2017. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Mojo
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Po
You may have heard of the the newest addition to the Robertson Quay area, namely The Warehouse Hotel, which has been making waves recently with its stunning heritage-meets-modernity concept. The hotel’s restaurant, Po, runs with the fusion theme by refining local flavour-rich dishes with a contemporary flair. Taking Mod-Sin cuisine to the next level, expect the likes of Charcoal-grilled Iberico Satay, Po’s Signature Bak Kut Teh, and the Hokkien Mee-inspired Carabinero Prawns & Konbu Mee.

320 Havelock Road

UOB Special: Complimentary pot of artisanal tea with any purchase. Valid till 31 January 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Po
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Philly Shack
This is the ultimate fast food joint for real American food. Located in the heart of Clarke Quay, Philly Shack isn’t for the faint-hearted. Think hearty burgers, impressive wings, and gut-busting milkshakes. The signature Philly Cheesesteak is one menu item you cannot pass up - and if you’re hankering for a good ol’ shake, make it one that is spiked with chocolate bourbon!

3A River Valley Road, #01-01B Clarke Quay

UOB Special: 15% off total bill with a min. spend of S$60 for both lunch and dinner; 1-for-1 mains. Valid till 1 March 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Philly Shack
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Loloku
Taking the Hawaiian poké bowl trend to new heights, Loloku embraces healthy raw fish and combines it with the inventive flavour combos of Singapore’s international cuisine. But, of course, the raw fish is just one part of it. Loloku also offers tofu and even braised wagyu beef for those looking to add a different source of protein to their bowl of deliciousness. Choose from a range of signature bowls, or design your own poké bowl on the spot!

1 Keong Saik Road

UOB Special: 10% off total bill with a min. spend of S$15 (Lunch, Mon – Fri). Valid till 1 March 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Loloku
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Ginett Restaurant & Wine Bar
This bistro-style restaurant and wine bar is a cosy little retreat in the heart of Singapore’s Arts District. Serving up the likes of charcoal grill signature dishes and tender rotisserie chicken, along with a wide range of affordable French wines, Ginett makes for a perfect foodie destination on the outskirts of the busier entertainment and business districts of the city.

200 Middle Road

UOB Special: 15% off food bill. Valid till 28 February 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Ginett Restaurant & Wine Bar
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25 Degrees Burgers & Liquor Bar
Giving a unique spin on the traditional burger joint, 25 Degrees Burgers & Liquor Bar offers a specific menu of just five decadent burgers, plus a list of fun-flavoured milkshakes (think Banana Nutmeg and Marshmallow), delightful cocktails, and more. Don’t worry if you can’t find your ideal burger on the list - you also get the choice of crafting your own masterpiece from a range of meats, cheeses, toppings and sauces.

200 Middle Road

UOB Special: 15% off food bill. Valid till 28 February 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: 25 Degrees Burgers & Liquor Bar
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Don Ho
Located along the hip Keong Saik Road, Don Ho debuts as one of the most intriguing new kids on the block. Calling themselves a “social kitchen and bar”, and decked out in an industrial tropical-inspired theme, it is a place where great food and refreshingly inventive cocktails can be enjoyed with friends and colleagues after work. Their sharing menu is extensive enough to impress any discerning foodie.

1 Keong Saik Road

UOB Special: Complimentary signature chocolate pudding with a min. spend of S$80. Valid till 1 March 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Don Ho
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Wine & Chef
Wine & Chef places emphasis on its extensive range of Italian wines, which their connoisseurs would be happy to lend their expertise and impart suggestions to suit your palate. Of course, the food also plays a part - with a menu of Hokkien-inspired fare peppered with Italian twists, Wine & Chef proves to be a fitting establishment along the gastro-hub of Keong Saik Road.

7 Keong Saik Road

UOB Special: 10% off total bill. Valid till1 March 2018. T&Cs apply.

Photo: Wine & Chef

Calling all foodies! If your taste buds want something new, we’ve got just the spots to get you salivating.

Ticked all your must-visit dining spots on your bucket list? You might have missed one or two (or eight). Singapore is forever introducing new foodie destinations to the ever-growing restaurant, cafe and bar scene, so it’s no surprise that you’ve probably never heard of establishments like Don Ho or Philly Shack. Yet.

We’re here to give you a whole list of new spots you can add to your must-try list. From the exciting Mod-Sin restaurant Po, hidden within the stunning Warehouse Hotel, to the poké-tastic Loloku along the foodie paradise row of Keong Saik Road, these new-in-town places are bound to impress your taste buds.

Fill your tummy, but not at the expense of your wallet

Good news for those who love eating out. The restaurants featured above have partnered with UOB to bring you sizzling deals that will keep your stomach happy and your bank account healthy. Pay for your meal with your UOB Card to enjoy the likes of great discounts and more! Now, if only you had an extra stomach…

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