Singapore is home to many good foods, both local and international cuisines. One of them includes French cuisine served in the likes of fine dining or bistro styles. Whether you prefer traditional, contemporary or even fusion meals, we have gathered a list of Top 10 French Restaurants worth visiting in Singapore.
1) Odette
The National Gallery Singapore is home to Odette, a French fine-dining restaurant boasting the sophisticated elegance of soft pastels such as light pink and cream colours. The matching chairs and tables that lean towards minimalism and its brightly lit interior bring you a sense of calm as you enjoy Chef Julien Royer’s exquisite French cuisine. Expect premium ingredients and labours of love that go into each dish, whether it is an appetiser, an entree or a dessert. Odette also offers a well-curated wine list to complement your meal perfectly.
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2) Whitegrass
Led by Head Chef Takuya Yamashita, the 48-seater Whitegrass emphasises the eclectic fusion of French meets Japanese fares. The menu consists of seasonal creations using the finest produce and quality ingredients available. Multi-course lunch and dinner menus are carefully curated with dishes like Guinea Fowl, Omi Wagyu and Joselito Iberico Pluma. Pair them with one of their Organic or Biodynamic wines or signature cocktails for your complete gastronomic experience.
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3) Saint Pierre
The award-winning Saint Pierre welcomes you with its modern French fine-dining cuisine, offering a la carte and multi-course menus to choose from. For instance, their Opulence Tasting menu covers a 7-course gastronomic delight from Oscietra Caviar to Britanny Blue Lobster, Omi Beef and the sweet finish of Tochiotome Strawberry. And while you are at it, enjoy the stunning view of Marina Bay Sands to make your dining experience a memorable one.
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4) Les Amis
Les Amis transports you to a first-class experience in haute cuisine. A pure taste of France like love at first sight as Chef Lepinoy showcases his expertise in his cooking using the best ingredients. Not surprisingly, prices are on the higher side with curated choices like poached egg in a fountain of watercress paired with spring turnip & special selection of caviar and Challans duck in duo with foie gras, turnips & glazed cherries. And true to its fine dining concept, this three Michelin-starred restaurant also boasts a wonderfully elegant interior and top-notch service.
5) Rhubarb Le Restaurant
Rhubarb Le Restaurant has proudly retained its one Michelin-star since 2016. Located on the idyllic Duxton Hill, the eight-table restaurant’s small but cosy setting brings a sense of intimate dining experience with great services all around. Leave it to Chef Paul and his dedicated team to impress you with their finely curated, multi-course Omakase Lunch. Come dinnertime, you can look forward to various selections from meat to seafood, French Cheese and premium caviar.
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6) Gunther’s
Gunther’s immerses you in its opulent Art Nouveau-inspired interior and then, there’s the eponymous chef himself with his contemporary French culinary creations. Check out his latest seasonal, multi-course lunch menu such as Tartare-Flavoured Carpaccio of Saga Wagyu Striploin, Seared Seabass with Bouillabaisse rice and Cold Angel Hair Pasta with Oscietra Caviar. Or savour his sumptuous dishes from the Discovery Menu, available for dinner from Thursdays to Saturdays. Among the options include Roasted Scallop in the Shell with Herbs & Mild Garlic, Light Smoked Grilled Wagyu Beef with Sweet Corn & Bordelaise Sauce and Affineur Anthony’s French Farm Cheese Collection.
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7) Le Bistrot du Sommelier
Le Bistrot du Sommelier’s speciality lies in its cuisine bourgeoise, all home-style and slow cooking methods using fresh and quality ingredients. Satisfy your tummy with their TGV Lunch Set Menu, offering a three-course meal including entree, plat principal and dessert. Hearty meals like Pan-Seared Hanger Steak with Shallots, Garlic Confit & Fries and “Coq Au Vin” Red Wine Braised Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Vegetables are among the highlights here. To complement your meal, add a glass of wine of the month for a fraction of the price. Meat lovers can look forward to the traditional homemade charcuterie, offering the likes of rillette and terrine such as duck and pork. All charcuteries come with side servings of bread and pickles.
8) Claudine
Honest-to-goodness food and great wine matter for the French neo-brasserie, Claudine. And of course, attentive and amicable services to make your dining experience an unforgettable visit. Be it lunch or dinner, the menu entices you with its wholesome selections from Heirloom Beetroot Salad to Pork Rillettes, Pacific Black Cod and Steak Frites. For sharing, order one of their dishes such as Claudine ‘Bouillabaisse’ — a seafood combo of different varieties, namely carabinero as well as scallop & octopus.
9) L’Angélus
Operating since 1998, L’Angélus made its mark as the oldest single-location French restaurant in Singapore. Their speciality lies in authentic French cuisine served in the comfort of a traditional Parisian-style interior. They value the importance of fresh and high-quality ingredients sourced from reliable suppliers regardless of meat, seafood or vegetables. All meals are prepped using traditional French cooking techniques, with some of their signature dishes such as Confit De Canard (homemade French duck leg confit with white beans casserole & confit lardons) and Escargots (burgundy snails in claypot). Also, don’t forget to check out some of their well-curated French wine list to complement your meal.
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10) Loulou – French Cuisine & Wine Bar
Get cosy and enjoy some of the good foods that combine the taste and tradition of South of France & Mediterranean gastronomies. Order one of their value-for-money set lunches consisting of a starter, main and/or dessert. Choices include South West Duck Rillettes, Grilled Pork Presa and Stuffed Calamari “A La Provencale”, just to name a few. They also serve a la carte dishes for both lunch and dinner such as Mediterranean Sardines, Beef Tartare on Bone Marrow and Lobster Bisque. Some of their signature dishes worth ordering include French Bouillabaisse (traditional provencal fish & seafood stew with rouille sauce) and Poulet Basquaise (braised chicken leg with green & red bell pepper in tomato-based sauce & semolina couscous).
That’s not all! More Top 10s in Singapore are waiting to be discovered!
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