10 Restaurants & Cafes To Visit This Upcoming 2023 Festive Holiday

Tis the season to be jolly and feast! If you are still wrestling with gift ideas and pondering the perfect Christmas celebration spot, fret not – we have a list of restaurants that will make your festive holiday preparation a breeze! Take your pick from Japanese, Western and fusion restaurants offering full courses, cafes serving festive sweets & delights and yakiniku specialty restaurants for a meatilicious feast!

(1) Alice Boulangerie

Celebrate this joyous season with Alice Boulangerie's four-course dinner festive menu ($75++ for one pax / $138++ for two). Begin with their aromatic house-baked herb dinner roll, paired with a unique sweet-and-savoury maple and bacon butter created exclusively for this festive occasion. Next, delight in the Smoked Duck Croquette, a deep-fried canapé filled with smoked duck and cheddar, complemented by French chestnut puree and cherry compote.

For the appetizers, choose between the Burrata Beetroot Salad, featuring greens, Italian burrata, pickled beetroot, charred golden beetroot, and more. Or the Cioppino Stew, highlighting black Spanish mussels and halibut served in a savoury seafood broth enriched with tomatoes, white wine, prawn, and lobster.

Continuing to the main courses, there are three delightful choices available. These options include the luxurious MB9 Wagyu Flap ($15 supplement), highlighting succulent full-blood wagyu boasting a marbling score of 9+. There is also the Duck Confit, featuring tender slow-cooked French duck elevated with a mustard jus. Alternatively, you can opt for the Chicken Roulade, comprising juicy chicken thigh rolls filled with sauteed mushrooms and leeks mixture.

Source: Alice Boulangerie

For a sweet ending, sink your teeth into their 3D avant-garde Winter Acorn for dessert filled with Chantilly cream, cassis and lemon mousse, hazelnut dacquoise and blackcurrant compote.

Source: Alice Boulangerie

Don't miss out on their Alice’s Christmas Log Cake ($96++) which comes with a harmony of layers like pistachio mousseline, molten pistachio praline, and red berries compote- perfect for concluding your Christmas dinner! (Pre-order 4 days in advance for collection from now to 28 December 2023).

Alice Boulangerie
Location: 12 Gopeng Steet, Icon Village, #01-05/11, Singapore 078877
Opening Hours: Mon to Sat, 8am – 9:30pm | Sun: 8am - 6pm

(2) Goodwood Park Hotel

Cosy up in the comfort of your home this Christmas while indulging in Goodwood Park Hotel's Christmas menu. Feast on an array of Christmas classics that includes Asian-inspired flavours like North Indian-style Roasted Turkey with Makhani Sauce, Vegetable Korma, Kashmiri Rice & Plain Naan ($288); Shanghai-style Pan-Fried Turkey Buns ($42), and more. They are also bringing back the crowd's favourite DIY Turkey Popiah ($80) alongside their much-loved Homemade Sambal Chilli.

Christmas wouldn't be the same without desserts! Indulge in their ‘Mao Shan Wang’ Durian Christmas Log Cake ($148) or Christmas Durian Combo ($70 for 5 pieces), showcasing a wide selection of D24 durian delights, including D24 Pandan Lapis Coconut Cake and D24 Strawberry Bliss.

Lastly, do not miss out on their Snowy Splendour Log Cake ($99), Merry-licious Fruity Cake ($92), and the three-tiered Christmas Tree Set ($90).

The takeaway festive menu will be available from The Deli until 26 December 2023. You can also order it via their Festive Online Shop for delivery or self-collection. To enhance your Christmas celebrations, they are offering special promotions on selected takeaway Christmas treats and exclusive festive dine-in specials.

Goodwood Park Hotel
Location: 22 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228221
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(3) PizzaMaru

PizzaMaru sets the stage for an unforgettable Christmas dining experience for you and your loved ones with their new Pinkle Bell Pizza ($34.90).

Tuck into this unique pink Chicago-style pizza featuring pink mozzarella cheese infused with dragonfruit puree. It is also topped with a medley of delights like star and heart-shaped Tteokbokki, chicken pepperoni, button mushrooms, honey chicken ham, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.

This limited-time menu is available until 31st December 2023 at all PizzaMaru outlets for dine-in or order here for delivery.

PizzaMaru
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(4) Nesuto

Satisfy your sweet tooth this holiday season at Nesuto after a heartwarming dinner! Dive into their masterfully crafted Christmas cakes by the Co-founder and Executive Pastry Chef, Alicia Wong. You can also elevate your experience with delightful wine pairings.

Relish in their selection of log cakes, including the Chestnut & Vanilla Yule Log ($69), drawing inspiration from the latest Matcha Chestnut sliced cake available at its newest Jewel Changi outlet. Elevate the flavour by pairing it with Forteto della Luja ‘Piasa Rischei’ Loazzolo (Late Harvest Moscato), $78/bottle (375ML). You can also opt for the classic Chocolate Yule Log ($69), perfectly complemented with Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese, $69/bottle (750ML).

But wait, there's more! Nesuto also offers the Lemon Entremet Tart ($55), pairing perfectly with Ciento Volando Cava at $66/bottle (750ML).

Additionally, discover their assortment of Gateau De Voyage (GDV), also known as 'Travel Cake', available in Pistachio ($53), Uji Matcha ($45), and the Guerlain-Exclusive flavour, Peach & Vanilla GDV ($49), specially created for the Guerlain x Nesuto Fantasy Christmas Pop-up Café at ION Orchard.

Enjoy these festive treats from now until 31st December 2023. Place your orders online for delivery or pick-up at their Tras Street and Jewel Changi outlets. Guerlain-Exclusive GDV orders can also be collected at these stores or the ION Orchard Pop-Up Store.

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(5) RE&S

Bundle up in your cosy outfit and gather at home for a lavish Christmas feast with RE&S! They've recently launched takeaway options and seasonal dishes ready for pickup at various RE&S outlets around the island, including Ichiban Boshi, Ichiban Sushi, and Kuriya Japanese Market.

Discover delectable festive platters such as the Merry Maki Platter ($48.90), Jolly Sushi Platter ($52.90), Jingle Sashimi Platter ($56.90), and the refreshed Festive Canapé Platter ($45.90). They also have ready-to-eat mains, including Misoyaki Lamb Shank ($68.90) to the flavourful Yuzu Mustard Baked Salmon ($68.90), Pineapple Honey Baked Ham ($68.90) and more.

Don't miss out on their sweet treats (only at $48.90 each), including the Valrhona Chocolate Bûche De Noël, Strawberry Bûche De Noël, and Yuzu Bûche De Noël.

That's not all! Visit Ichiban Boshi and Ichiban Sushi, to savour their festive set menus available until 26 February 2024. Enjoy Ichiban Boshi's four Festive Indulgence Sets ($29.90 each), featuring options like Blossom Kaisen Gozen and Yuzu Oroshi Beef Gozen. Head down to Ichiban Sushi to enjoy dishes like Takana No Kaisen Toji Wazen ($25.90), Wafu Goma Tori Wazen ($26.90), and more.

Pre-order here now and enjoy savings of up to 14% with their Bundle Deals!

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(6) Surrey Hills Grocer

Explore a wide array of Christmas favourites at Surrey Hills Grocer, from mains to desserts to festive beverages.

Dig into sweet and savoury mains such as the Pineapple Glaze Gammon Ham ($24), featuring smoked gammon ham lavished in a sweet and tangy pineapple glaze. Other enticing options like the Baked Truffle Cheese ($24) and Christmas Roasted Salmon ($34) await your taste buds.

Conclude your feast with a delectable Christmas special – the PB&J Chocolate Log Cake ($16). Revel in layers of peanut butter cream and raspberry jam sandwiched between sumptuous chocolate fudge cake, complemented by delightful additions like dark chocolate sauce and raspberry coulis.

Source: Surrey Hills Grocer

Quench your thirst with their new festive concoctions: the Fireside Spiced Apple Cocktail ($25) or the non-alcoholic alternative, the Tropical Mistletoe Mocktail ($10).

Visit the ION, Raffles City, or Woodleigh outlets to savour Surrey Hills Grocer's limited-time Christmas menu now!

Surrey Hills Grocer
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(7) Wagyu Aburiya: Steak & Sukiyaki

Embark on a superb Wagyu gastronomic journey at Wagyu Aburiya: Steak & Sukiyaki. Priding themselves in delivering the perfect Wagyu experience, they serve authentic Japanese Kagoshima Wagyu known for its even marbling distribution and quality.

Grill your preferred meat cut on a hot lava stone plate and watch it sizzle to your preferred done-ness, an experience unique to Wagyu Aburiya.

Limited-time Special Set Meal ($80/pax)

This festive season, Wagyu Aburiya launched a Limited-Time Special Set Meal ($80 nett/pax), with a choice of an appetiser, a salad, main dish and drink. Top it off with free-flow french fries or rice with miso soup.

From the special set meal selection, we recommend the Kagoshima Top Round (200g) for its lean and tender cut with an ultimate beefy flavour. Complement your meat with scrumptious delights such as Wagyu Gyoza and Tori Namban. Load up on greens with Wafu Salad and Aburiya Green Salad.

For big group dining, take it up a notch with their party packages at $400 (5 pax) and $800 (10 pax), featuring other premium meat cuts such as Kagoshima Sirloin and Combo (2x Set A). For a party of 5, enjoy 3 mains, 5 appetisers, 2 salads and 1 sake bottle at only $400. For a party of 10, enjoy 4 mains, 10 appetisers, 4 salads and 2 sake bottles at only $800.

If you prefer other meat cuts, pork/seafood, gyukatsu or wholesome sukiyaki/shabu shabu in delicious umami broth, check out their full menu here. Aburiya has another outlet round the corner at Robertson Quay and an outlet at Tanjong Pagar.

Wagyu Aburiya: Steak & Sukiyaki
Location: 60 Robertson Quay, #01-05/06 The Quayside, Singapore 238252
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6pm - 11pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am - 11.00pm
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(8) Hey! Yakiniku

Bond with your loved ones at Hey! Yakiniku, over premium quality and fresh marbled Japanese wagyu, US and Australian beef cuts on a smokeless grill, at affordable prices.

The brand recently launched Hey! Yakiniku Holiday Feast for $99. From now till 31 December 2023, indulge in the Christmas spread comprising of A4 Wagyu, Hokkaido Shirobuta Pork, Australian Wagyu Ribeye, Jo-Karubi, Karubi, Butter Sweet Corn, along with rice, soup, sides, drinks and taiyaki for 2 pax.

Seafood lovers, do add on the Fresh Boston Lobster ($24.90) and Japanese Premium Oysters ($9.90/2pcs, $18.90/4pcs, $27.90/6pcs).

Weekday Lunch Specials (available from Monday to Friday, 11am to 5pm)

Craving for hot soup this chilly season? Go for Niku Nabe ($15.90) or Karai (spicy) Nabe ($15.90), a hearty mix of tender meat, fresh vegetables, and delectable broth, served with a bowl of Japanese rice. In addition, Yaki Udon (Beef $13.90 or Pork $12.90) with miso soup and Curry Udon ($12.90) are also available for noodle lovers.

Other fuss-free options include their staple set meals consisting of a choice of meat, kimchi, miso soup and rice and takeaway bentos.

Hey! Yakiniku
Location: 80 Middle Rd, Bugis Junction, #01-92/96, Singapore 188966
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm daily
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(9) Dew by Whitegrass

Dew by Whitegrass at CHIJMES is a new casual off-shoot by Michelin-starred Whitegrass, offering curated small plates with Asian touch. In this cosy and laidback space, sake connoisseurs can indulge in a wide variety of boutique sake labels, not commonly found in Singapore.

In anticipation of the upcoming jolly holidays, Dew by Whitegrass premieres a Festive Menu for Two ($180 for 2pax), a five-course limited-time menu. Start with the Now & Then- scallops and octopus carpaccio, served with caviar, kujobegi and wasabi dressing. Warm up with a Souperb of chicken and Iberico pork comsommé, served with a twist pie baked from black olives, black pepper and anchovies. Mains include the Xmas Elf- house-made orecchiette with crispy ham in broccoli sauce, followed by the Quack’s Quack of roasted maple leaf duck with yuzu pepper and red wine sauce. Sweeten things up with Multiple Stories- a delicate matcha tart with marinated strawberry and cream cheese mousse.

Now & Then

Quack's Quack

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Alternatively, treat yourself to a hearty lunch with Dew Set Lunch from $28, offering curated rice bowls, warm somen and silky udon. Each Dew Set Lunch includes one main with an otoshi and a salad of the day. Add on $3 for Genmaicha Cold Brew or soft drinks .

Last but not least, explore their extensive sake & liquor collection featuring producers with sustainable practices to unique independent breweries and rare labels.

View their full menu here.

Dew by Whitegrass
Location: 30 Victoria Street, #01-27A, CHIJMES, Singapore 187996
Opening Hours: Tue - Sun 12.00 pm - 2.30 pm, 6.00pm - 10.00pm (Closed on Sun/Mon)
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(10) ENChanko Hotpot & Kamameshi

ENChanko Hotpot & Kamameshi, the latest concept by Japanese F&B EN Group, presents Japanese traditional Chanko Hotpot and Kamameshi in VivoCity. Enjoy communal dining up to 12 pax per table, at the only Chanko Hotpot specialty restaurant in Singapore.

Chanko Nabe is a heartwarming hotpot stew, offering nutritious ingredients simmering in a flavourful broth. Choose from three Chanko Nabe, Signature Tori Chankonabe (Chicken, $58 for 4 pax, $30 for 2 pax), Buta Motsu Chankonabe (Pork, $65 for 4 pax, $35 for 2 pax) and Kaisen Chankonabe (Seafood, $75 for 4 pax, $39 for 2 pax).

We enjoyed the nourishing chicken collagen soup of the Signature Tori Chankonabe and the generous plethora of ingredients including Jitori chicken, housemade chicken tsukune, Beijing cabbage, Japanese mizuna, shimeji mushroom, Japanese glass noodles, pressed tofu, carrot, Japanese leeks, beansprout special silver and mochi kinchaku.

In addition, get your carb fix with ENChanko & Kamammeshi’s 10 choices of Kamameshi sets (from $14++ per set), served with an appetiser, asari clear soup and mini chawanmushi.

Matcha Lime, Cucumber Watermelon Koridashi

Highballs

Source: ENChanko Hotpot & Kamameshi

Last but not least, check out their scrumptious sides such as Black & Red Chicken Karaage ($8.50), and Chanko Hotpot Thirst Quenchers for a complete Chanko Hotpot experience.

View full menu here.

ENChanko Hotpot & Kamameshi
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-52, VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening Hours: 11am - 10pm daily
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