Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Singapore, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Going Out
Singapore’s social scene is alive and kicking – and if anything, still improving. Going out here is what expatriates who love the city-state rave about, and what those who leave town... read more
Eating Out
People in Singapore eat out a lot, and the dining scene is developing and changing. From the corner hawker stalls to the finest French restaurants, there is a lot of variety.... read more
Delivery & Takeaways
Delivery is most common for pizza outlets (see Pizzerias p.418), yet increasingly being offered for local hawker food, Indian food and others. Ask your favourite local restaurant or try... read more
Hygiene
People may complain about some things in Singapore, but hygiene is unlikely to be one of them. The city’s reputation for cleanliness is well-known, and justified, in such a hot and humid... read more
Special Deals & Theme Nights
Most bars run special deals on weekdays to draw in the crowds, while weekends usually take care of themselves. Themes include the standard ladies’ nights, a few flight attendant nights... read more
Tax & Service Charges
Tax & Service Charges
Singapore has a 5% goods and services tax (GST), which is charged by most bars and restaurants. The government has announced that the GST is increasing to 7%, but... read more
Tipping
Tipping is generally not expected, especially in the many restaurants that include a 10% service charge in their bills, but if you want to reward particularly good service, anything from... read more
Restaurant Listing Structure
The Going Out section features a select 150 venues that will certainly keep you busy for a while. Each review attempts to give an idea of the food, service, decor and ambience, while... read more
Quick Reference Icons
Quick Reference Icons
e Explorer Recommended!
k Kids Welcome
t Alfresco Option
h Have a Happy Hour
l Live Music
a Serves Alcohol
d Will Deliver read more
Vegetarian Food
The best place to start for vegetarians is local cuisine – among Singapore’s mix of cuisine styles many Indians are vegetarians, while Thai and Vietnamese cuisines in particular also have... read more
