5 Singapore Restaurants to Try in September 2026

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If you are looking to swap out your usual post-work hangout for something fresh this month, Singapore's vibrant culinary scene has plenty of exciting options on offer. The September shortlist brings together everything from Mediterranean-Japanese fusion flavours to juicy tonkatsu slices made with premium Jeju pork.

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Whether you fancy unpretentious neighbourhood comfort food or a grand dining experience in the heart of the city, there is a new spot ready to be explored.

In Havelock II, a cosy 18-seat eatery is drawing massive crowds for its signature slow-cooked black curry. Over at Marina Bay Sands, a sprawling family-style Chinese restaurant brings regional specialities and an impressive collection of spirits to the hotel lobby. Spanish comfort food takes centre stage at a bodega-style concept in Boon Tat Street, while top-tier Korean pork is the main attraction at OUE Downtown Gallery. Rounding things off is a lively venue in River Valley that blends Middle Eastern ingredients with Japanese touches, complete with weekly ladies' nights and lively performances. Read on to discover all about the city's latest dining destinations.

Kuro Kare

Tucked away quietly in the basement of Havelock II, this casual and unassuming 18-seater is packed out daily for both lunch and dinner. Food lovers are flocking down to try its signature 36-hour slow-cooked black curry, served with Japanese rice.

The creative minds behind the concept are Chef Ho Bing Rru and Aidan Wee, who were previously from the fine-dining establishment Fleurette. The duo previously ran Kuro Kare at Singapore Management University, offering a simple line-up of Japanese fare at accessible prices. Here at Havelock II, things have become more creative, featuring a rotation of off-menu items alongside staples like the famous curry rice. Diners can look forward to unique bites such as Siam Tiu chicken wings, which are deboned and drenched in a spicy Thai-style sauce. Another standout is the kaya toast, featuring seasoned negitoro and avocado nestled between crispy brioche slices, served with a soy-marinated egg yolk on the side.

Le Ju Xuan

A massive 188-seat Chinese restaurant has officially opened its doors in the lobby of Marina Bay Sands, occupying the exact spot where Blossom used to be. Le Ju Xuan marks the hotel's second in-house Chinese food and beverage establishment and is designed to be a more family-friendly and accessible alternative to its upscale Cantonese fine-dining counterpart, Jin Ting Wan.

The extensive menu spans a wide variety of Chinese regional cuisines, ranging from delicate Cantonese dishes to Northern Chinese and bold Sichuan specialities. Signature items include Marble Goby, Sichuan mapo tofu prepared with sea cucumber, and fresh seafood cooked precisely to your preferred style, alongside comforting noodle and dumpling dishes. Baijiu enthusiasts will also be delighted to learn that Le Ju Xuan houses Singapore's largest collection of the spirit, boasting over 70 labels including an exclusive collection of Kweichow Moutai featuring rare, limited-edition bottles.

Casa Lola

If FOC Restaurant is traditionally your go-to spot whenever cravings for Spanish food strike, Casa Lola offers a trusty alternative to add to your dining rotation. As the FOC Group's newest casual Spanish concept, it draws direct inspiration from Barcelona's many neighbourhood bodegas that whip up uncomplicated, flavour-packed comfort food.

Guests can graze on a delightful selection of tapas, such as crispy plantains served with avocado cream and sriracha honey, which reimagines a classic Spanish format with a distinct Latin American twist. For more adventurous eaters, the menu features crispy suckling pig ear with smoked paprika aioli, alongside the kitchen's unique take on Spanish sea snails perfumed with cumin, cloves, and Mediterranean herbs. Heartier mains include garlic king prawns served with Spanish Agria potatoes and eggs, a comforting baked macaroni ragù based on a treasured recipe by Chef Juanjo Carrillo's grandmother, and house paella crowned with seasonal ingredients.

Katsu By Kyu

Katsu By Kyu introduces an entirely different way of enjoying Jeju pork, moving away from traditional tableside Korean barbecue grilling. This innovative Korean restaurant located in OUE Downtown Gallery specialises in premium tonkatsu crafted from Jeju pork, which was first introduced to Singapore in December 2025.

The pork cut is well known for its denser, firmer texture and richer flavour profile, which is further enhanced through a rigorous 240-hour dry-aging process before being finished over rice-straw charcoal. The accompaniments match the high quality of the mains; Katsu By Kyu utilises premium Korean Samgwang rice freshly milled on-site each morning, cooked to order in a traditional cast-iron gamasot pot, and presented alongside a rice card detailing the exact variety and origin of the grains. In addition to tonkatsu, the restaurant serves popular Japanese himokawa udon flat noodles dressed in a savoury soy paste or roasted sesame sauce.

Noor Singapore

Mediterranean and Japanese flavours meet seamlessly in the middle at this vibrant new spot situated in River Valley. The kitchen pairs classic ingredients like Greek honey, olive oil, tahini, labneh, and harissa with Japanese staples such as miso, Kobe beef, and ramen noodles.

Popular orders include tahini gyozas stuffed with chicken shawarma, accompanied by tahini, pine nuts, and chilli oil for an extra kick of spice. Hamachi tartlets are another firm table favourite, featuring fresh hamachi layered over crispy tartlets and finished with a tangy, appetising yuzu labneh. The miso hummus is another absolute must-order, presenting the classic dip dressed up with white miso, glazed edamame, and a sweet-savoury tare sauce, served with fresh pita bread. Visitors should also explore the cocktail menu, pop by for ladies' night on Wednesdays for free-flow prosecco, or enjoy the lively atmosphere featuring kimono and belly dance performances starting from 8.10pm every Thursday.

Practical Tips

* Reservations: As many of these new venues—such as the intimate 18-seat Kuro Kare—feature limited seating, booking in advance or arriving early is strongly recommended.

* Special Events: If you plan to visit Noor Singapore, aim for Wednesday evenings to take advantage of their ladies' night free-flow prosecco, or drop by on Thursday nights from 8.10pm onwards to catch the live kimono and belly dance performances.

* Spirits Collection: Baijiu enthusiasts visiting Marina Bay Sands should ask staff at Le Ju Xuan about their extensive selection, which includes over 70 labels and rare Kweichow Moutai bottles.

* Transportation: Most of these locations are centrally situated near major MRT stations across Singapore, making them easily accessible via the city's public transport network.