10 places to feast at Clarke Quay Central before your next big night out
The bustling Clarke Quay is the go-to spot to enjoy Singapore’s vibrant night life and drinking culture. Though most people instantly think of the Boat Quay area when picturing this iconic part of the country, I’ve always enjoyed strolling around the malls in its vicinity, with Clarke Quay Central being the most notable mall in the area.
Clarke Quay Central is connected directly to Clarke Quay MRT, making your dining and shopping experience extra convenient. Plus, if the noise and heat in Boat Quay is too much for you, Clarke Quay Central offers the perfect respite to cool down and enjoy some good food.
Heading to Clarke Quay for your next drinking session? Here are 10 spots to check out in Clarke Quay Central before your big night out.
1. Bones ‘n Slaw (#02-82/83)
Bones ‘n Slaw may be a little hard to come across in Clarke Quay Central, given how it is tucked away in a corner on the second floor of the Blue Zone, but once you enter, you’ll be greeted by a stunning view overlooking the Singapore River.
This cozy restaurant offers Western dishes at reasonable prices, with a wide variety of items to choose from.
Dig into the huge Deep Fried Spring Chicken (Whole) (S$28.90), which was crispy on the outside and had a nice marination. The chicken meat was a little tough, but the fries beneath were crisp and absolutely glorious.
Other options would be the 12 Hours Sous Vide Pork Rack (S$26.90), which consists of 3 pork ribs coated in a sweet umami sauce, and the French Style Chicken Stew (S$18.90), a creamy and fragrant dish containing large, tender pieces of chopped chicken.
Steak lovers can go for the Australian Ribeye Grain Fed (250g) (S$45.90), complete with baby potatoes and spinach. The steak was cooked nicely to medium rare and was incredibly juicy and meaty. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the side of spinach, which was creamy and rich in flavour.
The Truffle Carbonara Linguine (S$20.90) was unanimously our favourite dish, as it was incredibly creamy and thick. The onsen egg topping the dish was perfectly cooked, and the linguine had been generously coated in a deliciously indulgent carbonara sauce. The truffle aroma was evident yet not artificial or overpowering, and I’d definitely return for this again.
Enjoy a sweet treat with Bones ‘n Slaw’s desserts, like the Homemade Creme Brulee (S$7.90), a delicious tart filled with warm and gooey creme brulee and topped with nuts, fruit and crumble. Alcohol lovers will be sure to enjoy the Homemade Tiramisu (S$11.90), which had a strong alcohol taste permeating through the entire dessert.
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+65 6980 6758
Daily: 11am – 10pm
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2. nomVnom Bistro (#03-105/106/107)
If you think that vegan food merely comprises of veggies, veggies and more veggies, nomVnom Bistro is here to change your mind. This vegan restaurant, located in a corner on the 3rd floor of Clarke Quay Central, proves that vegan dishes can be as vibrant and flavourful as those containing animal products.
From just once glance, you wouldn’t be able to tell that nomVnom Bistro’s stunning dishes are all meat-free and plant-based. Their extensive vegan menu includes a wide range of dishes and cuisines, including burgers, pasta, pizzas, Asian delights, salad and even udon!
Take for example, the vibrantly coloured Cheezy OmniMeat Pizza (S$21.90), topped with minced OmniMeat toona, cherry tomatoes, green capsicum, tomato sauce and dried Italian herbs — each bite was bright and flavourful, with plenty of juicy tang from the tomatoes. The Truffled Mushroom Pasta (S$14.90) was another satisfying dish with a light and fragrant truffle aroma and addictive light savoury taste.
My favourite dish was undoubtedly the Toon Rendang Rice (S$11.90), a vegan twist on the popular local dish. The rendang curry was incredibly aromatic with the most intoxicating fragrance and taste. I couldn’t get enough, and honestly, I preferred this over regular rendang!
nomVnom also has a range of thicc burgers that will be sure to satisfy you, such as the Black Peppered Cowless Burger (S$14.20), containing a vegan beef patty, housemade black pepper sauce, vegan cheese and assorted veggies, and the OmniMeat Cheezy Toona Burger (S$14.20), which has an OmniMeat toona patty and king oyster mushrooms within.
We tried the Lion’s Xtreme Burger (S$15.30), made with lion’s mane mushroom patty, truffle mayo, sauteed white button mushrooms, vegan cheese, tomatoes and coral lettuce. The mushroom patty was chewy with a unique meat-like texture, and all the elements of the burger made this dish a complete flavour burst.
Try out their unique offerings like the Purple Sweet Potato Smoothie (S$7.90) or the Burdock Spring Rolls (S$6.50), if you’re looking for a snack that is seldom found elsewhere in Singapore.
+65 6224 4996
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Fri to Sun: 11.30am – 10.30pm
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3. SQUE Rotisserie & Alehouse (#01-70)
This entry is for those of you who prefer al fresco dining. SQUE Rotisserie & Alehouse, located in the outdoor area of Clarke Quay Central, is a restaurant offering classic Western dishes like pizza, pasta, burgers and other popular mains.
Tuck into dishes like the SQUE Pork Knuckle (S$39), a giant crispy pork knuckle served with pickled cucumber, mesclun salad and Asian dip, or opt for their Smoked NZ Beef Sirloin (S$38), which comes with broccoli, rosemary, baby carrots and mash with demi glazed sauce.
If you lean towards Italian food, try their pastas, including Salmon (S$26), Prawn (S$26) and Vongole (S$25). How about digging into some pizza, like the cheesy Trio Pizza (S$24), made with buffalo mozzarella, parmesan and shredded mozzarella, or Mushroom & Garlic (S$25), consisting of mushroom ragout, truffle tapenade, garlic, spicy beans and shredded mozzarella?
+65 6222 1887
Sun to Thu: 11.30am – 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 12pm
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4. Hitoyoshi Yoshi Sushi (#01-68)
Craving something Japanese while at Clarke Quay Central? Hitoyoshi Yoshi Sushi has got you covered. Don’t be fooled by its name, for this Japanese restaurant, located on the 1st floor of the mall, offers more than just sushi.
Fans of raw fish should try the Yoshi Premium Moriawase (S$82.80), which comes with prawns, uni and an assortment of different fish. Of course, who could visit a Japanese place without digging into some sushi? The offerings include Hamachi Sushi (S$6.30), Tai Sushi (S$6.80) and even a unique Aburi Wagyu Beef w Foie Gras Sushi (S$15.90)!
Grab a filling meal with one of Hitoyoshi Yoshi Sushi’s donburi bowls, such as the Aburi Thick Cut Chirashi Don with Katsuo Tsuke Ran O (S$30.90), a premium bowl topped with assorted seafood, or the Shoyu Tsuke Hotate & Ikura Kaisen Don, which costs S$28.90.
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+65 6980 6793
Daily: 11am – 9.30pm
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5. Gangnam Corndog (#01-47)
Who doesn’t love a good corndog? There’s nothing more satisfying than biting into a crispy corndog and savouring the salty hotdog and stretchy cheese within. Gangnam Corndog, located right outside Clarke Quay Central, brings the popular Korean corndogs to Singapore’s shores.
Grab one of 6 corndog flavours, like the Gangnam Corndog (S$5), Squid Ink Corndog (S$5.50) or the Full Mozza Corndog (S$6.50). Why not try the Potato Mozza Corndog (S$7), which comes with crunchy potato cubes on its exterior?
Gangnam Corndog also has other quick bites to satisfy your cravings, like a Corndog Tteokbokki (S$14.50), Dumpling Tteokbokki (S$14.50) and Twist Potato (S$5.50). Fried chicken lovers will be delighted to try the Fried Chicken + Potato (S$12), with the option of either the Sweet & Spicy or Soya flavour.
Daily: 9am – 10pm
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6. Tendon Kohaku (#B1-52/53)
Tendon Kohaku can be found in the basement of Clarke Quay Central, surrounded by a plethora of other Japanese restaurants and eateries. This restaurant is the perfect spot for lovers of fried food, as its menu consists of rice topped with crispy fried assorted tempura.
Tendon Kohaku’s signature Kohaku Tendon Set (S$18.80) comes topped with an assortment of tempura, including 2 prawns, squid, French beans, pumpkin, baby corn, shiitake, chicken breast and a crab meat stick. Plus, this heaping bowl includes a side of chawanmushi and miso soup.
If you love truffle as much as I do, the Truffle Kakiage Tendon (S$17.80) may appeal to you. This bowl contains tempura shrimp, mini scallops, French beans, shiitake, pumpkin, onion, carrot and truffle. Yum!
+65 6226 1710
Daily: 11.30am – 3.30pm & 5pm – 9.30pm
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7. Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant (#03-88)
Sometimes, a single bowl of ramen or donburi isn’t enough to stave off those Japanese food cravings. The perfect solution to this problem? A Japanese buffet, of course! Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant is one of the most popular Japanese buffets in Singapore, offering an unlimited amount of your favourite sashimi, sushi, teppanyaki, noodle dishes and more in Clarke Quay Central.
Mitsuba’s Regular Buffet costs S$56.90++ for adults, and includes over 100 free-flow dishes like Sashimi Moriawase, Sake Mentai Aburi Sushi, Mentaiko Spaghetti, Buta Yakiniku, Kani Karaage, Unagi Kabayaki and Spider Temaki.
Meanwhile, their Premium Buffet (S$99.90++) comes with all items in their Regular Buffet, plus exclusive dishes such as Raw Oysters, Foie Gras, Wagyu Steak, Iberico Pork Rib and Lobster Bisque.
Daily: 11.30am – 2.30pm & 6pm – 10pm
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8. L’Atelier Tiramisu (#B1-08/09)
If there’s one dessert I can’t get enough of, it’s tiramisu. Layered with mascarpone and delicious sponge fingers soaked in aromatic coffee and alcohol, what’s there not to love? Tiramisu fans have to check out L’Atelier Tiramisu in Basement 1 of Clarke Quay Central, which sells a variety of different flavours of tiramisu.
A slice of tiramisu costs S$8.90 and is available in the flavours of Classico, Matcha, Brulee, Lavender Earl Grey, Lychee, Dark Cherry and Cookies & Raisins. You’ll definitely be spoilt for choice.
If you’re looking to get a bigger cake for friends and family to share, L’Atelier Tiramisu also has a Half Slab of tiramisu for S$38, or a whole 7″ square cake for S$69.
+65 9389 8582
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 9pm
Sun: 12pm – 7pm
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9. Azabu Sabo (#01-46)
Clarke Quay is the home of some of the best Japanese ice cream you can find in Singapore, in my opinion. Azabu Sabo is one of the most popular Hokkaido ice cream joints in the country, with unique Japanese flavours.
A single scoop of Azabu Sabo’s ice cream costs S$5.50 per cup or S$6.50 per cone. A double scoop of ice cream in a cup, on the other hand, would cost S$8, while a double scoop in a cone comes in at S$9. Unique Asian flavours that you can expect include Black Sesame, Roasted Beniharuka Sweet Potato, Peach Wakayama, Super Matcha (Sayama) and Genmaicha.
Azabu Sabo also has premium flavours like Durian, costing S$7 for a single scoop in a cup or S$8 for a single scoop in a cone. Add on S$1.50 if you would like to have an additional flavour.
+65 6534 7178
Sun to Thu: 2pm – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 2pm – 10.30pm
10. Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee (#02-72)
Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee can be found on the second floor of Clarke Quay Central. This Asian restaurant, which has over 70 years of history, is known for its authentic Western Sumatran nasi padang dishes.
Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee has humble beginnings, first operating within a coffeeshop along Bras Basah Road. Now, you can enjoy delights like Curry Chicken (S$9.30 for breast, S$10.30 for thigh), Beef Rendang (S$5.80) and Prawn Sambal (S$6.30 / S$7.30) conveniently in Clarke Quay Central.
Other dishes to load up on include Cuttle-fish Sambal (S$5.80 / S$10.80 / S$15.80), Liver and Gizzard (S$5.50 / S$8.80), Brinjal Sambal (S$4.50 / S$7.30) and Fish Head Assam Pedas (S$23).
+65 6339 7508
Daily: 11am – 9pm
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