Best new restaurants in Singapore this May

The new month calls for new restaurants and cafes to discover. If you’re looking for your new dining spot to visit with your foodie kaki, we’ve got you covered. From cheap buffets to a Japan-famous unagi chain, here are 15 new restaurants in Singapore to check out this May 2025.

1. Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa

Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa has arrived in Singapore! The Michelin-approved Japanese chain dates back to 1932, and is led by fourth-generation unagi master Kikukawa Yuhei, one of the most skilled unagi chefs in Japan. Here, only the finest unagi is picked, filleted, and grilled over binchotan, a type of hardwood charcoal, to achieve a crisp exterior and tender flesh. 

A must-try is the Ippon Hitsumabushi Set ($50++), which sees a foot-long unagi laid atop a bed of Japanese rice. It is served together with a side of wasabi, nori, and spring onions, and piping hot dashi broth is also provided, if you prefer to have your dish ochazuke-style. A small bowl of eel liver soup is served on the side too; its subtle hint of yuzu helps to cut through any gamey flavour.

Pair your main with some a la carte sides such as Assorted Sashimi ($39++) or Umaki Eel rolled in Egg ($12++ for six) as well.

Check out our Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa review.

Address: 1 Scotts Road, #01-12, Shaw Centre, Singapore 228208 Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm Website Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa is not a halal-certified eatery.

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