It won't take long for visitors to see that Singaporeans are passionate about food and eating. The proof is everywhere--everywhere you look there are food stands and restaurants where local favorites are available around the clock.
It’s not just East-meets-West when it comes to feasting in Singapore--Indian, Chinese, Malay and Arab flavors mix and mingle on many a plate. Here, courtesy of the Singapore Tourism Board (www.visitsingapore.com) are some of the best places to sample local culinary delights:
Boat Quay
This is one of the best spots in Singapore for alfresco dining. Singapore’s busiest port in the 1960s, it has been transformed into a popular hangout for locals, expats and tourists, with chic cafes, high-end restaurants and pubs.
Clarke Quay
Singapore's riverside festival village combines dining, shopping and entertainment. Clarke's Quay is Quay is set in five blocks of restored 19th century buildings.
Robertson Quay
A laid-back alternative to Boat Quay, Robertson Quay offers a more tranquil ambience for dining and entertainment by the Singapore River.
Rochester Park
Here, trendy restaurants are housed in refurbished 70-year-old black-and-white colonial bungalows, once the homes of British officers.
Stadium Waterfront
Let your attendees soak in the scenic atmosphere of the Kallang River and enjoy an evening under the stars while tasting a wide selection of international cuisine.
VivoCity Waterfront
A new option for dining, movies and entertainment, VivoCity is Singapore's largest retail and lifestyle venue.
