As the fiscal year budget takes centre stage, we’re here to remind you that eating well in Singapore doesn’t have to cost a small fortune – no need to dip into your rainy-day fund. Who says a chic, Instagram-worthy meal can’t fit into your $50++ budget? While lawmakers hash out the nation’s fiscal plans, we’ve rounded up the top aesthetic dining spots in town, where vibrant interiors meet mouthwatering dishes. It’s the ultimate guide to dining smart – without compromising on style (or your wallet).
THE PRINCE
Price: Four-course lunch set at $29++ per person
What you get: Think soft, warm lighting, plush seating, and earthy tones at The Prince. The lunch set menu offers a choice of one dip, one mezze, and two kebabs, followed by a delicious dessert. Dips include Cashew Hummus, seasoned with dukkah and paprika, and Pumpkin Walnut Baba Ganouj, topped with pomegranate. Mezze options feature a refreshing Fattoush Salad or a Farro Tabbouleh with halloumi and cucumber. Choose from five different kebabs, all tender and flavourful, such as Grilled Chicken with smoked mango or Braised Lamb Leg with caraway zhough. P.S. Even with a glass of wine for $12++, you’ll still be well under the $50++ budget.
Address: 48 Peck Seah Street
Contact: https://www.bytheprince.com
THE MASSES
Price: Two-course set lunch starts at $30.90++ per person, while the three-course set lunch starts at $40.90++ per person
What you get: Located in the stylish Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski, The Masses offers an exciting and accessible Franco-Asian dining experience. The two-course set menu allows you to choose one starter and one main from a carefully crafted selection. For starters, guests can enjoy crowd favourites like the CoCoCoCoCoC Pasta or opt for the Foie Gras & Ginger Flower Liver Pate, a delicate dish of foie gras snow, onion and apple compote served with sourdough. For mains, classics such as Duck Confit or Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto are great options, but if you're craving more, supplements like Steak Tartare and Steak Au Poivre on Hot Plate are also available. Got a sweet tooth? Opt for the three-course menu, which includes a choice of dessert.
Address: #01-84 Capitol Singapore, The Arcade
Contact: https://themasses.sg
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
Price: Lunch set starts at $33.90++ per person
What you get: Birds of A Feather offers a modern dining experience with Sichuan-inspired flavours that blend traditional ingredients and contemporary techniques. The lunch set gives you the choice of one starter and one main, with unique dishes like Crab and Avocado Bruschetta, which sees crab tartare served with Sichuan guacamole, caviar, and brioche, or Yu Xiang Eggplant with soba, puffed buckwheat, and julienne vegetables. For mains, enjoy a range of delightful dishes such as Oriental Bolognaise, a delicate capellini pasta with pork ragout and onsen egg, or the Barramundi Chazuke, served with a Sichuan sour vegetable broth and sauteed greens. Guests can add $6++ for a rich chocolate mousse cake, or $5++ for a refreshing yuzu and passionfruit mocktail to round up the meal with.
Address: 115 Amoy Street, #01-01
Contact: https://www.birdsofafeather.com.sg
CENZO
Price: The two-course lunch is priced at $38++ per person
What you get: At Cenzo, the two-course lunch offers a blend of modern Italian cuisine with bold flavours that captivate. Begin your meal with your choice of antipasti, such as the velvety Burrata paired with organic asparagus and basil or a hearty squid dish with garam and white fungus. When it comes to secondi, the Caserecce Zozzona, a pasta dish that features guanciale and egg, is a satisfying classic. For an indulgent upgrade, try the tender Confit Lamb Shoulder with mashed potatoes or the rich Australian Sirloin served with beef fat potatoes. Want an extra indulgence? Add dessert and coffee for just $5.
Address: 81 Club Street
Contact: https://www.cenzo.com.sg
HATHAWAY
Price: The three-course Business Set Lunch is priced at $38++ per person
What you get: Located at Capital Tower, Hathaway celebrates the vibrant culinary crossroads of British and Southeast Asian flavours The Business Set Lunch offers a choice of starter, main and dessert, showcasing a delightful mix of local and British-inspired dishes. Start with the creamy Potato Pave, complemented by garlic toum and chives, or enjoy the Jicama Pie Tee with braised jicama and chilli for a spicy kick. Meat lovers will find comfort in the Chicken Kapitan Curry, but if you’re a seafood fanatic, the Pan Seared Snapper might be a better option for your main course. Finish with the sweet Sago Gula Melaka, or enjoy a refreshing Barley Sorbet with passionfruit coulis, honey biscuit, and pandan coconut milk.
Address: #01-01/02 Capital Tower
Contact: https://www.hathaway.com.sg
FICO
Price: The takeaway Rent-A-Picnic bundle for two is priced at $78++ (essentially making it $39++ per person)
What you get: Nestled at East Coast Park, Fico offers a relaxing and scenic picnic experience with their Rent-A-Picnic bundle. Available for pickup at the kiosk, the set includes a picnic basket and mat for rental, designed for a hassle-free outdoor meal. The set features three courses: a side dish where you can choose between Fried Shrimps paired with a lovage salsa verde or Prosciutto and Burrata; two mains, which include a Fresh Pasta and one of Fico’s iconic Focaccinas — a Focaccia-Pizza hybrid with the perfect lightness and crunch; and two scoops of their house-made Gelato to end the meal on a sweet note. The Rent-A-Picnic bundle can be ordered and picked up at Fico’s kiosk that’s open daily, from 5.30 to 8pm on Mondays to Wednesdays and 11.30am to 8pm on Thursdays to Sundays.
Address: 1300 East Coast Parkway, East Coast Park Area F
Contact: https://www.ficomasseria.com
FIRANGI SUPERSTAR
Price: Executive set lunch starts at $45++ per person
What you get: At Firangi Superstar, enjoy an unforgettable dining experience set against a backdrop of bold, eclectic interiors. The restaurant features whimsical decor with playful wall installations, plush seating, and vibrant colours that transport diners to a world of dynamic contrasts. The Executive Lunch Set gives you a choice of one starter and one main, offering innovative takes on Indian flavours. Kick off with house-made chutneys and papads, followed by mouthwatering options such as the Malabar Crab Cutlet with tomato relish and Kashmiri chilli, or the “Tikk On The Loaded Spudnik” with Crispy Marble Potato, cauliflower, spiced yoghurt, and chilli chutney. For the main, enjoy the Tandoori Spiced Lamb with confit garlic and curry leaf, or opt for the Baked Red Snapper with Kasundi cream and banana leaf oil. Round off your meal with a sweet treat for an additional $5++.
Address: 20 Craig Rd, #01-03
Contact: https://www.firangisuperstar.com