If you’re wondering where to go for date nights, try Dempsey Hill. It’s steeped in history, surrounded in lush greenery and full of romantic restaurants – whether it’s Asian, Greek, Japanese or Italian! Here’s 8 spots for starters – and mains and dessert!
JAM at Siri House
Sharing dishes is a wonderful way to cosy up to your love, especially at JAM at Siri House, where you can expect a dose of fun and playfulness with classic Asian favourites delivered with a signature twist. The stunning Art Deco restaurant is the perfect place to share with your love, offering great food along with signature one-of-a-kind craft cocktails or wine. It offers both indoor and alfresco dining as well as a coveted seat at the bar where you can peek into the open kitchen and watch them crafting your meal. This is romance defined!
JAM at Siri House
Block 8D Dempsey Road, #01-02
sirihouse.com/singapore/restaurant
Rakuichi Japanese Restaurant
Spoil your love with authentic quality Japanese at Rakuichi, an elegant, simple space nestled amongst greenery. This well-loved restaurant imports the freshest ingredients directly from Japan, which means their sushi is absolutely delicious. Try one of their delectable in-house specialities such as the sashimi moriawase, semi-grilled aburi sushi, and yakitori. You can pair these yummy dishes with a wide selection of sake, too. Can’t decide what to have? Go for the omakase meal where you get to enjoy the best seasonal dishes created by the chef.
Rakuichi Japanese Restaurant
Block 10 Dempsey Road, #01-22
rakuichi.com.sg/
Margarita’s
If you and your love are looking for a more festive feel, Margarita’s is the spot. Drool-worthy Mexican favourites will set the tone for a really fun – and delicious – night out. Sample the Nachos La Especial, an evergreen favourite, made with a seasoned blend of black beans, chipotle cheese sauce, jalapenos, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo; or, how about Carnitas de Puerco, featuring a fork-tender piece of pork slowly roasted in the oven and served with a zesty dollop of salsa verde on warm corn tortillas. Be sure to save room for the tantalising desserts, which include the ever-popular Mexican fried ice cream or warm churros.
Margarita’s
Block 11 Dempsey Road, #01-19
margaritasrestaurante.com
Chopsuey Cafe
The special ambience here is the perfect setting for Chopsuey’s array of Chinese comfort favourites, as well as new interpretations of traditional foods, all influenced by the Anglo-Chinese experience in the UK, US and Australia. Try the menu’s quirky dishes made with premium meats, top-notch seafood and crunchy fresh vegetables. You can also sample a wide selection of traditional and creative dim sum, made by hand daily and steamed to order. Decadent desserts and refreshing cocktails get a tropical twist from fresh fruit, herbs and spices found throughout the region. The result? A true treat for your Valentine’s taste buds.
Chopsuey Cafe
Block 10 Dempsey Road, #01-23
pscafe.com/chopsuey-cafe
La Forketta
There’s nothing more romantic than Italian, right? Just ask the two lead hounds from Lady and the Tramp! And La Forketta serves the kinds of dishes that are sure to win anyone’s heart. The authentic traditional artisanal Italian cuisine includes house specialties such as homemade organic fresh pasta dishes, woodfired organic sourdough pizza as well as delicious meat, fish, seafood and vegetable recipes. Among Singapore’s top Italian restaurants since 1993, their secret lies in using exclusive, exotic and top-quality ingredients. Yum!
La Forketta
Block 9 Dempsey Road, #01-09
laforketta.com.sg
Blu Kouzina
Past and present collide at Blu Kouzina where the splendour of ancient Greece meets Singapore’s Chinese heritage. Starry-eyed couples can dine on seasonally inspired small plates that are perfect for sharing. The warm and friendly atmosphere and authentic food – the organic extra virgin olive oil used in every dish comes from the owner’s family estate in Messinia – are just the ingredients you’ll need to kick-start a classic romance.
Blu Kouzina
Block 10 Dempsey Rd, #01-21
blukouzina.com/sg
RedDot Brewhouse@ Dempsey
If you have romance a-brewing with a beer aficionado, head to Singapore’s first locally owned, independent commercial microbrewery. RedDot Brewhouse@ Dempsey serves a selection of its own house-brewed fresh beers on tap, alongside a modern European-inspired menu with an Asian touch. Settle into the cosy interior or lounge around in the charming Bavarian beer garden-style outdoors and enjoy!
RedDot Brewhouse@ Dempsey
Block 25A Dempsey Road, #01-01
reddotbrewhouse.com.sg
Morsels
A quaint restaurant with a homely atmosphere, Morsels serves experimental fusion cuisine created by award-winning chef Petrina Loh. Treat your loved one to an exquisite sharing dinner, inspired by wholesome, nourishing ingredients. Toast to more great meals together with specially curated sake, craft beers or house-infused cocktails.
Morsels
Block 25 Dempsey Road, #01-04
morsels.com.sg
Find out more about all these venues at dempseyhill.com.
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This article first appeared in the February 2020 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase a copy or subscribe so you never miss an issue!
