Depending on which part of the world you are in (or from), the phrase ‘Chinese cuisine’ is sure to conjure up delightful images in your head, of delicious rice and noodles being tossed around inside a flaming wok, or aromatic mist rising out of a freshly-steamed assortment of dim sums in a basket, or a boiling hotpot of vegetables and meat swimming around in spicy broth, simmering over a charcoal fire.
Food is a significant part of Chinese culture and it is believed that good food can bring harmony to family and relationships, both personal and professional. Chinese cuisine has been around for over a thousand years, but its evolution in terms of varied cooking styles, techniques, and ingredients, is what makes it one of the most diverse and most-loved cuisines in the world.
Even today, every Chinese province has its own cooking style, based on local ingredients and regional preferences. Broadly put, the North consumes more wheat and meat, while the South is into subtler flavours, rice and seafood. While there are about ten prominent regional cuisines, three of the most famous ones globally, are the Cantonese (fresh, tender, and healthy), the Szechwan/Szechuan (pungent, spicy, and bold), and the Hunan cuisines (aromatic, colourful, and hot).
- Chinese Fine Dining Restaurants
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Best Chinese Fine Dining Restaurants in Singapore
As one of the most popular food destinations in the world, Singapore boasts a multitude of Chinese restaurants. From seafood delights to the famed Peking duck, get dressed in your best attire before having a taste of the ultimate fine dining experience in Singapore. Explore an unending list of the best Chinese fine dining restaurants at Marina Bay Sands, primed to impress any Chinese cuisine lovers.
BLOSSOM
BLOSSOM specialises in Cantonese and Sichuan cuisines for modern interpretations of both traditional cuisines. Popular dishes include the Baked Chilean Cod, and American Black Angus Beef Ribs glazed with wild honey. Offering an extensive dim sum menu, savour decadent dim sum and Chinese cuisine at the best Chinese fine dining restaurant in Singapore.
BLOSSOM at Marina Bay Sands is located at Hotel Tower 2, Lobby.
Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine
One of the best places to unwind while savouring fine Chinese cuisine is Imperial Treasure. The restaurant overlooks the glittering casino floor at the world's leading integrated resort, with private rooms that offer stunning views of the Marina Bay Waterfront and the Esplanade. It showcases some of the best Chinese food in Singapore, with a focus on Cantonese cuisine.
Some of the must-try dishes include the exquisite and tasty Australian lobster baked with superior broth, the gloriously intoxicating poached empress clam with Chinese rice wine, and the remarkable sweet-meets-savoury braised bird’s nest with crab meat & roe.
Imperial Treasure at Marina Bay Sands is located at The Shoppes, #02-04.
Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine
The latest addition to an extensive list of Chinese fine dining restaurants in Singapore, Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine astonishes with its sophisticated cooking methods and plating techniques. Bearing a feast of fresh seafood and meat bathed in specially created sauces and desserts sure to impress, Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine presents the authentic taste of Teochew-style dishes for an unforgettable fine dining experience.
Featuring classics like the Roasted Crispy Suckling Pig, Chilled Flower Crab lightly flavoured with ginger and black vinegar, and the Steamed Pomfret in Teochew-style – a pristine combination of spice and tanginess – one is spoilt for choice. End your meal with a fascinating flourish as you tuck into their all-time favourite dessert, the Mashed Taro with Gingko and Pumpkin, a home-made yam paste also known as orh-ni.
Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine is located at The Shoppes, #01-26.
JUMBO Signatures
A premium dining concept by the JUMBO Group, JUMBO Signatures specialises in seafood and classic Singapore cuisine. Through wine pairing and meticulously created tasting menus, JUMBO Signatures presents an elevated fine dining experience for all.
JUMBO Signatures features an exquisite selection of Singapore’s renowned dishes, such as the legendary Bak Kut Teh – a pork rib dish cooked in broth – which literally translates to ‘meat bone tea’, and the not-to-be-missed Chilli Crab which originated in Singapore in the 1960s. Indulge in these iconic flavours of Singapore with a hand-picked wine list or get personal recommendations from their sommelier for an unparalleled fine dining experience.
JUMBO Signatures is located on The Shoppes, #B1-01B.
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Mott 32
Mott 32 is an award-winning Chinese restaurant that showcases a combination of industrial New York and classical Chinese design for an elegant dining experience. Its signature dishes include Apple Wood Roasted 42 Days Peking Duck, Barbecue Iberico Pork Glazed with Yellow Mountain Honey, Iberico Pork with Soft Quail Egg and Black Truffle Siu Mai, and Crispy Triple Cooked Wagyu Beef Short Rib.
Besides the stunning décor and outstanding food, what makes Mott 32 so spectacularly unique is its level of modernity combined with a respect for tradition. While its original mixology programme for complementary dishes is inspired by Chinese culture, its organic ingredient sourcing is done ethically by working closely with farms.
Mott 32 is located at The Shoppes, #B1-42-44.
Best Chinese Casual Dining Restaurants in Singapore
Home to a plethora of award-winning restaurants and bars, Marina Bay Sands has some of the best Chinese casual dining restaurants in Singapore. Perfect for any occasion, browse through this comprehensive list for an extensive selection of quality Chinese restaurants.
Canton Paradise
As the name suggests, Canton Paradise offers a delectable range of Cantonese dishes, from roast specialties and piping-hot dim sum to delectable congee, noodles, and wok-fried dishes. The ambience of Canton Paradise embodies a contemporary casual Chinese restaurant that combines the Oriental touch with modern aesthetics.
Canton Paradise in Marina Bay Sands is located at The Shoppes, #01-02.
Din Tai Fung
With branches across Singapore, one of which is in Marina Bay Sands, this iconic Chinese restaurant is often considered among the top ten restaurants locally and even worldwide. Founded in 1972, Din Tai Fung has been serving up its world-famous, 18-fold steamed pork dumplings (also known as xiao long bao) across South East Asia for decades. Having been awarded the highly coveted Michelin-star for its Hong Kong branch, this international favourite also serves delicious fried rice with shrimp and eggs, tasty steamed chicken soup, and special braised beef noodle soup with beef brisket.
Din Tai Fung is located at The Shoppes, #B1-01.
Haidilao Hot Pot
As one of the largest hotpot chains in Singapore, Haidilao Hot Pot is one of Singapore’s top Chinese casual dining restaurants. Besides its inviting atmosphere catering to all your social needs, Haidilao is also known for its exceptional customer service, which includes complimentary manicure services, snacks and puzzle games to keep you busy while waiting in line. Haidilao also goes the extra mile to celebrate your birthday with a birthday song and fruit platter. With an array of choices, pair their all-time favourite soup base, the Tomato and Sichuan Spicy (Mala) Soup Base, with its Signature Prawn Paste, Signature Hand-Pulled Noodles (La Mian) and Iberico Pork.
Only at Marina Bay Sands can you expect to see individual hotpot seats with a sliding partition, ideal for those who have dietary concerns or prefer to dine alone. Make a reservation or join the queue for a pleasant casual dining experience.
Haidilao Hot Pot is located at The Shoppes, #B2-01A.
PUTIEN
With its roots tied to the City of Putian, a province in Fujian, PUTIEN specialises in Fujian cuisine and never fails to deliver comforting and nutritious meals. Beginning as a coffee shop in Singapore, PUTIEN has grown to over 80 outlets across Southeast Asia to date. PUTIEN’s dedication to delivering quality food and a cosy ambience has been proven with its remarkable achievement as one of its outlets in Singapore is a one-star Michelin restaurant for 6 years straight.
Indulge in Fujian classics like the Fujian Red Mushroom Seafood Lor Mee, ‘100-Second’ Stewed Yellow Croaker and Buddha Jumps Over The Wall (Fo Tiao Qiang) served at PUTIEN. Experience this outstanding Chinese casual dining restaurant for yourself now.
PUTIEN is located at The Shoppes, #01-05.
RISE Restaurant
Honoured with the ‘Travellers Choice’ Award by TripAdvisor in 2021, RISE is a celebration of Singapore’s rich and diverse food culture, where family recipes have been meticulously refined and elevated using the finest ingredients sourced sustainably.
Drawing inspiration from their own childhood, seven local chefs cook up authentic Asian and Singaporean classics such as RISE Laksa, Chilli Crab and Pork Rib Prawn Noodles. Chefs’ favourites include the in-house prepared Ngoh Hiang and Otah-Otah.
RISE is located at Hotel Tower 1, Lobby.
Tim Ho Wan PEAK
If you love delicious dim sum, Tim Ho Wan PEAK is the perfect place to satiate your cravings. Considered to be the most affordable Michelin-starred restaurant in the world, Tim Ho Wan PEAK was established in Hong Kong by Chef Mak Kwai Pui and Chef Leung Fai Keung, both of whom used to work at the prestigious three Michelin starred Lung King Heen restaurant. Singapore is the restaurant’s first international location outside of Hong Kong, and the locals’ love for dim sum inspired them to set up 10 outlets across the country over the past 8 years.
Some of the must-try dishes include the all-time favourite BBQ pork dim sum, steamed egg cake, bean-curd skin with pork and shrimp, steamed chicken feet with black bean sauce, steamed pork dumpling with shrimp, and pan-fried carrot cake.
Tim Ho Wan PEAK is located at The Shoppes, #B2-02.
Embark on a gastronomic journey and savour the rich heritage of Chinese cuisine at these Chinese restaurants in Singapore.
While you're here, discover the best dessert shops and cafes before ending your day off at rooftop restaurants perched 57th floor atop the world's leading integrated resort.
