Yellow Pot is one of Singapore's most iconic modern Chinese restaurants, with locations in Tanjong Pagar's eclectic and award-winning Duxton Reserve hotel, as well as Little India's ever-eccentric Vagabond Club. Tanjong Pagar has been decorated in a striking palette of black, gold, and yellow, with large golden fans and a plethora of yellow pots of various shapes and sizes. Expect a flamboyant sea of red interiors and similar golden and red fans to tie the two locations together at the Vagabond Club.

Head Chef Sebastian Goh has created a menu centered on Yellow Pot's signature clean eating philosophy, with only the finest produce and ingredients making their way to your plate. The famous roast duck steals the show at Yellow Pot, marinated for two days in a fermented beancurd paste before being roasted over hickory wood until the meat is aromatic and tender.

Detailed information:

Address:

• Yellow Pot Tanjong Pagar at Duxton Reserve – 83 Duxton Rd, Singapore 089540
• Yellow Pot Little India at The Vagabond Club – 39 Syed Alwi Rd, Singapore 207630

Opening hours:

• Yellow Pot Tanjong Pagar: Daily, 12:00 – 2:30pm, 5:30 – 10:30pm
• Yellow Pot Little India: Daily, 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Website: https://yellowpot.sg

Madame Fan entices you with an alluring, upscale, Chinese contemporary experience. The brainchild of renowned London-based restauranteur Alan Yau, you'll be in for an unforgettable dining experience! While the exquisite menu remains the main attraction at Madame Fan, you can't help but notice your surroundings. The main dining room reminds customers of classy, dimly-lit dinner clubs, complete with cushy, red velvet seats to round out the experience.

Classic Cantonese dishes with a modern twist, presented elegantly for both your eyes and your tastebuds, can be expected. While dim-sum lovers can expect to be spoiled for choice, the Crispy Aromatic Duck, served with gloriously thin pancake skins, is a must-try. Pre-date suggestion: relax at Madame Fan's Library Lounge and order one (or more) of their masterful cocktails to set the tone for the evening!

Detailed information:

Address: 32 Beach Road, The NCO Club, Singapore 189764

Opening hours: Daily, 12 – 10 pm

Website: https://www.madamefan.sg

Yan Ting, which is led by the master chefs of the St Regis Hotel, has earned the respect of everyone from regular customers to discerning gastronomers. Yan Ting is one of the most luxurious restaurants on this list, ideal for special occasions and indulgence. The restaurant is decorated in soft, monochromatic colors and accented with floor-to-ceiling drapes that can be drawn to create an intimate dining experience.

Dim sum, with its distinct and intriguing flavors, is a must-try at Yan Ting. The chefs reinvent the well-known classic shrimp dumplings with Chinese olives and squid ink to create an amalgamation of unimaginable flavors. Gather your friends or spoil your grandparents with their All-You-Can-Eat Weekend Dim Sum brunch, which features over 80 options.

Detailed information:

Address: 29 Tanglin Road, The St Regis Singapore, Level 1U, Singapore 247911

Opening hours:

• Daily, 12 pm – 2:30 pm, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
• Weekend Dim Sum, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, 1 pm – 3 pm

Website: https://www.yantingrestaurant.com

Yi by Jereme Leung arose from Chef Leung's devotion to Chinese cuisine, honed over decades of experience working for some of Southeast Asia's most prestigious hotels, as well as his pilgrimage across China, where he explored food from various regions. Yi by Jereme Leung offers almost-forgotten, provincial recipes with a modern twist, diversifying the local Chinese food scene in Singapore.

Set out on a culinary journey to discover some of China's most beloved classics, reimagined with artistic flair. The Hundred-Ring Cucumber with Poached Sea Whelk is a show-stopper, with cucumber intricately sliced to form a graceful spiral and served with a soy sauce vinaigrette. Your visit would be incomplete if you did not sample their unique desserts!

Detailed information:

Address: #03-02, Raffles Arcade, 328 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188719

Opening hours: Daily, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, 6 pm – 9:15 pm

Website: https://www.rafflessingapore.com/restaurant/藝-yi-by-jereme-leung

Cassia offers a modern, opulent dining experience. Andre Fu, a renowned interior designer, created the stunning restaurant interiors, drawing inspiration from the historical spice routes of Southeast Asia and Western China. The aesthetic is plush, elegant, and tranquil, whether you prefer dining comfortably inside or on the verandah.

The tantalizing menu at Cassia celebrates contrast and harmony of flavors by specializing in using the freshest seasonal produce to create regional recipes. At Cassia, you can relax and enjoy the sumptuous cuisine while being served by one of the best service staff in the industry.

Detailed information:

Address: 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098287

Opening hours: Fri – Sun, 12 pm – 2 pm, 6:30 pm – 10 pm

Website: https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-singapore/dining/cassia

Hai Tien Lo, which translates as "stairway to heaven", takes traditional Cantonese recipes to award-winning heights by incorporating modern techniques. The palatial Hai Tien Lo, located on Level 3 of the Pan Pacific Hotel, has always been high on the list of must-visit places for dim sum, soups, and favorite Chinese classics.

Hai Tien Lo is a Cantonese gourmet's dream, serving exquisite, timeless traditional Cantonese cuisine with a modern twist. Chef Ben Zeng, who has over 25 years of culinary experience and has traveled all over the world, is at the helm of the award-winning restaurant. Hai Tien Lo's menu is constantly evolving in order to improve and innovate the perfect dishes for guests! Gather the family and prepare for an intoxicating indulgence – Hai Tien Lo offers dim sum buffets on weekdays and weekends. And their regular menu will give you something to brag about to your friends.

Detailed information:

Address: 7 Raffles Boulevard, Level 3, Marina Square, Singapore 039595

Opening hours: Daily, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Book a table: https://bit.ly/3x2A7Ha

Chopsuey Cafe at Demsey, like her sister PS Cafe, offers tantalizing interpretations of local Chinese cuisine. The lovely high-ceilinged, monochromatic-styled cafe is reminiscent of the signature PS Cafe ambiance people all know and love and is ideal for a weekend brunch with friends or an intimate dinner date.

Chopsuey's dim sum is a vibrant array of flavors that will tantalize both your eyes and your palate! The cafe also serves a variety of Chinese comfort foods that will warm your heart and stomach. Delicious reimaginings of Anglo-Chinese cuisine found in the UK, US, and Australia are refined with premium ingredients and fresh produce. Don't forget to save room for the truly delectable desserts, no matter what you order.

Detailed information:

Address: Block 10, Demsey Road, #01-23, Singapore 247700

Opening hours: Daily, 10 am – 10 pm

Book a table: https://bit.ly/38tVkzz

The Empress restaurant at the Singapore Asian Civilisations Museum is one to remember, with its beautiful modern-oriental style. The stunning interior features light grey and white marbled floors, traditional oriental screens embellished with florals, and dark walls. Empress is the must-go restaurant for a chic weekend dim sum brunch.

Dine alfresco by the famous Singapore River, with a cocktail in hand, and make sure to pair it with the crisp deep-fried tofu and salted egg appetizer. Aside from classics like sweet and sour lychee pork, Cantonese cuisine would be incomplete without some energizing broths. The Empress transforms into a temptress, offering set course lunches starting at SGD$28.

Detailed information:

Address: 1 Empress Place, Asian Civilisations Museum, #01-03, Singapore 179555

Opening hours:

• Mon – Fri, 11:30 am – 3 pm, 6 pm – 11 pm
• Sat & Sun 11 am – 4 pm, 6 pm – 11 pm

Website: empress.com.sg

Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine, a Michelin-starred restaurant that celebrates Teochew cuisine, is one of foreign customers' favorite specialized Chinese restaurants in Singapore. The ION restaurant offers a truly opulent dining experience. Choose to dine in the main hall, which features wraparound ceiling-to-floor windows with panoramic views of the landscape, or book a private room ideal for celebrations, which will leave you yearning for your next visit.

The menu's highlight is fresh, succulent seafood, but you'll have to act quickly if you want to try their famous Chilled Flower Crabs, which are available in limited quantities daily. You can expect attentive and friendly service from the staff, who will truly round out this decadent treat.

Detailed information:

Address: ION Orchard, #03-05, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801

Opening hours: Daily, 11 am -3 pm | 5 pm – 9 pm

Website: www.imperialtreasure.com/restaurant/ImperialTreasureFineTeochewCuisine-4

Yan serves delectable and nostalgic Cantonese fare with a modern twist woven in through tasteful plating. Diners can expect a feast for the eyes as well as the palate! Aside from its sumptuous menu, patrons flock to the National Gallery's rooftop restaurant to celebrate dim sum and weddings.

Dine-in style and comfort while enjoying rich, traditional Cantonese soups that will soothe any ailment. Customers love Yan's signature Steamed Thousand Layer Tofu, which tastes just as good as it looks, with each slice of tofu beautifully placed around a stirfry medley. If you enjoy crab as much as the next person, order Yan's Baked Crab Shell, which will have you yearning for your next visit.

Detailed information:

The Summer Pavilion, which has been awarded a Michelin star for the fourth year in a row, promises an extravagant and authentic Cantonese dining experience. Every meal at the Summer Pavilion becomes a celebration under the direction of Chinese Executive Chef Cheung Siu Kong.

From exquisite fine dim sum to a la carte selections prepared with only the best produce, you'll be spoiled for choice. Six exquisite private dining rooms, each inspired by Chinese flora, can accommodate groups of six to thirty people, making it the ideal location for a memorable occasion. Tea connoisseurs can look forward to indulging in one of Tea Bone Zen Mind's ten specialty teas.

Detailed information:

Address: The Ritz Carlton, Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039799

Opening hours: Daily, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Website: https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/singapore/dining/summer-pavilion

Delivering an elevated, Cantonese fine dining concept is Kai Garden. Helmed by the award-winning, renowned Executive Chef Fung Chi Keung. Dine-in palatial luxury and comfort at Kai Garden shortlisted for the 2020 Haute Grandeur’s Global Awards.

Known for his inimitable and innovative interpretations of classic Cantonese dishes, Chef Fung’s specially curated menu is designed to please every palate. Rave reviews from loyal fans surround Kai Garden’s attentive service staff as well as the impeccable cuisine. Toplist recommends the Peking Duck which is one of the best you’ll find in any Singapore Chinese restaurant.

Detailed information:

Address: 6 Raffles Boulevard, #3-128A/128B, Marina Square, Singapore 039594

Opening hours:

• Mon – Fri, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm, 6 pm – 11 pm
• Sat & Sun, 11 am – 4 pm, 6 pm – 11 pm

Website: www.kaigarden.com.sg

Jiang Nun Chun's interior features charming, rustic decor and lavish leather seats, transporting you to a modern take on Jiang Nan's historic river villages. Jiang Nan Chun, one of Singapore's best Chinese restaurants, has a menu that is worth every penny. Locals regard it as one of Singapore's original, authentic Michelin-starred restaurants, and it is held to an impossibly high, unwavering standard.

Make your reservations and dress to impress for a table at Jiang Nan Chun. Among many delectable options, Toplist recommends the Wok-Fried Grouper Fillet with Superior Sauce and the refreshing Steamed Prawn with Crab Roe. Finish with a bottle from their extensive wine list!

Detailed information:

Address: 190 Orchard Boulevard, Four Seasons Hotel, Singapore 248646

Opening hours: Wed – Sun, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 6 pm – 10:30 pm

Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/singapore/dining/restaurants/jiang_nan_chun

Putien is a local favorite because of its unrivaled customer service. The restaurant's interior is inviting and vibrant, and it has a distinct welcoming ambience across its outlets, making it ideal for a weekend lunch! Putien's menu is scrumptious and high-quality all-around, despite its modest ambitions of serving simple and heartwarming comfort food.

Putien, which has a One Michelin Star but is still reasonably priced, serves authentic and unique Fujian cuisine. Be sure to try the crowd-pleasing dishes like stir-fried yam with sugar and crispy oysters, which will have you coming back for more! Try their full-bodied Putien Lor Mee broth, which will energize you!

Detailed information:

Address: 127 Kitchener Road, Singapore 208514

Opening hours: Daily, 11 am -3 pm | 5 pm – 10 pm

Website: https://www.putien.com