16 Best Dempsey Hill Restaurants in Singapore – What To Eat At Dempsey For Lunch & Dinner (2024)

1. Blu Kouzina

In the verdant surroundings of Dempsey Hill, Blu Kouzina is a short entryway to Greece. Enjoy the hospitality, food, and drinks of Greece while spending time with your family or friends. The finest ingredients are used to create gourmet meals, giving an experience of the distinctive Mediterranean taste.

One of the best and oldest Greek restaurants in Singapore, Blu Kouzina has been acknowledged as such since 2010. They are dedicated to making restaurant-goers familiarize themselves with Greek gastronomy by serving superior Mediterranean food, fantastic Greek wines, and distinctive Hellenic items.

The restaurant has received a number of accolades, including Singapore Top Restaurant House of Stars Award in 2018, Singapore’s Top Restaurants Award for 2018/2019, RestaurantGuru.com Best Food Delivery Service in 2020, Tripexpert Experts Choice Award in 2021, Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award in 2021, and #5 in Chope’s 100 Best Restaurants.

Testimonial

“Definitely a must try if you have yet to visit. Their Pita, Octopus and Lamb rack was amazing.”

2. Samy’s Curry Restaurant

Samy’s Curry is a traditional Indian curry restaurant that doesn’t capitalize on restaurant aesthetics to draw customers in. It features a disorderly open setting, a mess hall and a porch, shuttered windows, and ceiling fans. People go there because of the quality of their food. 

You might like to try their meal which consists of a mountain of biryani rice covered with their signature fish head curry with fish cutlets and slices of chicken masala on the side. The place isn’t air-conditioned, so you might as well wanna order a glass of lime juice.

Samy’s Curry is a family-owned business that was established in the 1960s by the renowned chef Mr. M. Veerasamy.

Testimonial

“Ordered takeaway, their signature masala chicken, fried fish and fish cutlet. I was not disappointed. These dishes were just as delicious as when I remembered eating them as a child.”

3. Jumbo Seafood

Jumbo Seafood has been the preferred destination for the famed chili crab dish in Singapore since 1987. In comparison to other restaurants, Jumbo’s crab gravy has a richer layer of eggs and is more tomato-based. 

The chain of restaurants offers various cutting-edge and interesting dishes, including unique seasonal meals, in addition to chili crab, golden salted egg prawns, crispy fried baby squid, and signature black pepper crab.

Relish the classics like the renowned mocha pork ribs, seafood fried rice, and prawns in cornflakes.

Testimonial

“Free parking and Chinese food at jumbo Dempsey. Yummy chilli crabs and drunken prawns. Complimentary water and wet wipes. Good service too. This is one of my favourite Jumbo restaurants.”

4. Margarita’s Dempsey Hill

This quaint restaurant at Dempsey Hill is meticulously designed and combines the passionate tradition of Mexican food with modern art, warmth, and the sporadic clamor of musical performances.

Mexican cuisine is what Margarita’s is most known for. It boasts a variety of exotic ingredients and a selection of drinks that have been carefully chosen, all of which combine to create the myriad tastes that have been associated with Margarita’s.

Margarita’s pays homage to both the colorful history and promising future of Mexico by drawing inspiration from the resilience, simplicity, and spirit of Old Mexico. Margarita’s honors the casual elegance and timelessness of Mexico’s old-world homes with the presence of ornamental wrought iron and its high beam ceilings. 

Testimonial

“Interesting place to have Mexican food – good ambience and usually shouldn’t be too difficult to get a table for walk in customers on a weekday.”

5. Candlenut

The world’s first and only Peranakan restaurant to receive a Michelin star is Candlenut.

Being the only Peranakan cook with a Michelin star is an easy feat, but chef Malcolm Lee was able to achieve it through perseverance, passion for his culture, and unwavering dedication. He prepares food using family recipes that have been passed down to him in his family.

Discover the specially crafted menus at Candlenut, which provide traditional Peranakan dishes with a contemporary twist. Enjoy delicious seasonal specialties for a memorable dining experience. 

Testimonial

“Came here for a wedding a couple weeks ago and I was really blown away by the blue swimmer crab curry noodles! Spicy & flavourful, the curry came together in the creaminess of the coconut milk and so much crab meat!”

6. Open Farm Community 

Farm-to-table restaurant Open Farm Community is positioned in the Dempsey neighborhood and promotes local fresh produce. It advocates fresh food and works to eliminate water waste and single-use plastics while also promoting sustainable living.

Dine in at Open Farm to enjoy the open-concept kitchen or chill outside in the vegetable garden. Their menu includes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

Testimonial

“Food was really good and light and refreshing! Enjoyed everything. Service was really good too and the ambience was amazing!”

7. The Dempsey Cookhouse & Bar

The Dempsey Cookhouse & Bar is housed in a classic colonial mansion at COMO Dempsey and serves food prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

For a more sumptuous indulgence, choose the Black Truffle and Fontina Cheese Pizza, which has a thick coating of aromatic truffle chips on top. His most popular dish, the Egg Caviar, is made with the fluffiest scrambled eggs you’ve ever had, served within an eggshell and topped with cream and caviar. 

Testimonial

“The set dinner menu is excellent and tremendous value. Wine list has a decent number of accessible options and a healthy number of great ones.”

8. Atout

Chef Patrick Heuberger’s 17-year endeavor has resulted in the inception of Atout in 2019. The chef, who was born in Geneva, Switzerland and immigrated to Singapore, is now firmly established in his roles as a father, a husband, and the proprietor and chef of his dream restaurant.

Appetites are surely whetted by the restaurant’s selection of charcuterie and cheeses in addition to dishes such as the traditional French cassoulet and grilled Angus ribeye steak. The place’s patio region is great for a date, especially at night when the sky is filled with stars.

Testimonial

“Highly recommended place for good food and atmosphere. The Manager was professional and has great recommendations for us. The service was top notch and even made sure that we were satisfied with all our courses. The white tropical Sangria was good and the pork chops is highly recommended.”

9. Chopsuey Cafe at Dempsey

PS.Cafe’s new concept and brand Chopsuey Cafe at Dempsey Hill, which is a preferred destination for lunch and dinner, debuted in 2013. Their lovely colonial garden environment provides both indoor and outdoor dining spaces.

The food at this restaurant is influenced by the hearty European adaptations of Chinese cuisine. Their diverse menu includes flavorful traditional Chinese dishes with creative tweaks. 

Testimonial

“Great dining experience at Chopsuey. Their Smoked pork dish is very flavourful. Their Mee Goreng is very unique and worth trying. For dessert the Coconut Panna Cotta is extremely creamy and smooth. Their chocolate cake is huge and amazing too!”

10. The Dempsey Project

You can eat and shop in one convenient location at The Dempsey Project. This restaurant never will never fail to impress you.

To keep you full throughout the morning, choose from their delectable brunch options including French toast, avo toast, bacon and egg wrap, and eggs benedict. Then, load up on gourmet cheeses, pantry staples, fresh bread, and fine wines. 

Testimonial

“Delightful place to have a mid afternoon tea snack. Outstanding service too. The cauliflower wings standout as the best dish, with a crust that taste almost like a pakora (spiced fritter). Beef nachos makes for a nice finger food. The two desserts were equally good.”

11. COMO Cuisine

International signature classic dishes from all of the hotels and resorts under COMO are served at COMO Cuisine, including a few dishes from COMO Shambhala Cuisine. Every dish is freshly prepared with the freshest seasonal ingredients, grown organically and sustainably by local farmers. 

Enjoy their thoughtfully crafted meals created from seasonal locally grown produce, with dishes of international tastes prepared with traditional culinary traditions.

The best times to eat at Como are certainly lunch and dinner, but brunch is exceptionally fantastic because it offers the special Truffle Croque Madame, Brunch Burger, and Lobster roll. 

Testimonial

“We went to COMOs to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday and to celebrate life. The food is simply amazing there and the decor is always very Atas.”

12. Siri House

Siri House is a lifestyle and social, and dining venue established to showcase art, design, food, and retail. It is the place to go whether you’re searching for a place to have breakfast on the weekends, a personal treat for a friend, or beverages and dining with friends or family.

The restaurant provides a dining experience in the sharing manner that captures the charm and elegance of a fine house. The open kitchen is a pleasure for guests in the main dining room, showcasing the duties performed by the chefs.

There is a modest art gallery installed for the purpose of holding exhibitions, pop-ups, and installations that feature a number of emerging national and international artists and businesses.

Testimonial

“Have been to Siri house several times and it’s always been an enjoyable experience. The dishes are a mix of asian/ European concepts and comes through as sheer delight. The place is great for company lunches/dinners as you have choices to soak in the chill yet buzzing atmosphere or ask for quiet comfortable corners where you feel at home. The bikini dish is my fave and is highly recommended.”

13. Hathaway

Old English’s definition of the word “Hathaway” is someone who dwells by a path across a heath, which in a sense defines where the restaurant is at Dempsey. Their menu aims to reflect the present time’s settings through the presentation of contemporary Asian casual fine dining.

They have a strong cultural and societal influence. To be inclusive of their local communities, especially the Malay community, from which the business draws a great deal of inspiration, they have chosen not to include pork or alcohol in their menu.

Testimonial

“Nice Asian food in portion enough to share with my husband. Ambience and deco are my favourite. Overall happy with the place as my husband is a fussy eater but is satisfied with the menu here and the food itself.”

14. Forketta

The best authentic Italian food in Singapore can be found at Forketta.

Their specialty is food that combines delicate flavor with a straightforward homemade approach to create dishes that are uniquely delicious. People know that diners prefer Forketta because they can taste the difference that a skillfully prepared dish can create from the rush of movement in their cozy dining room.

Wood-fired sourdough focaccia, freshly baked bread from a wood oven, pizza, and pasta are all available at La Forketta on Dempsey Hill. Must-tries include the Focaccia Assortita and La Tartufo pizzas.

The organic fresh pasta and wood-fired baked sourdough pizza are meticulously created every day to retain their freshness. 

Testimonial

“Came with a group of six with no reservation and they were able to accommodate us in no time. The pizza was good, and the gnocchi was very rich and filling.”

15. Morsels

At Mesures, small plates are highly valued. There is no doubt that their food isn’t boring. You’ll find unique dishes that are made with culinary techniques as distinctive as curing and fermentation. Explore the omakase menu, which will transport you on a voyage of taste modalities that taste receptors in the mouth can sense. 

Testimonial

“This restaurant is amazing. The food is absolutely delicious. I can’t rate this place high enough. Service food and decor you just can’t give it enough points. Definitely a must go to restaurant if you love interesting delicious food.”

16. Bincho at Min Jiang

As a unique and authentic taste of food in a gritty, urban atmosphere, Bincho, perfectly combines the rich Japanese culture with both old and modern industrial aspects.

Treat your date to Bincho at Min Jiang, which is located right next to Min Jiang Dempsey, for a chic Japanese izakaya delight. The restaurant’s name comes from the binchotan, on which the yakitori is grilled. 

Testimonial

“I was seriously shocked by the quality of their sashimi, super fresh and skilfully prepared. Other dishes were good.”