New cafes & restaurants in Singapore 2025

A new year means new cafes and restaurants are popping up all over Singapore. From elegant Japanese kissaten-inspired cafes to hearty Spanish tapas bars, there’s an exciting lineup of dining spots that cater to every craving. Whether you’re in the mood for a comforting bowl of samgyetang, indulgent Wagyu beef, or handcrafted gelato, these newly opened cafes and restaurants in Singapore are here to elevate your foodie adventures.

1. Mizue

Cafe by day, wine bar by night

Nestled along Club Street, Mizue got its name from the Japanese kanji for water, embodying fluidity as it shifts seamlessly from a serene kissaten-style cafe by day to an energetic wine bar by night.

Image credit: Mizue

During the day, indulge in Japanese-inflected brunch fare like their signature Carrot Cake ($12) topped with Hokkaido milk ice cream or the Fried Chicken Sando ($18) filled with Japanese egg mayo and Mizue fried chicken.

By night, Mizue impresses with a curated selection of over 80 ...