F ZINE’s Best New Cafe And Restaurant Picks For November 2026
Each month, we dish out recommendations on where to wine and dine in Singapore, showcasing the city’s latest openings and exciting culinary launches.
The year might be winding down, but Singapore’s dining scene certainly isn’t. November’s new cafes and restaurants have plenty going on: Michelin-starred chefs make good pasta affordable, a 400-year-old tea farm is bringing freshly ground matcha to Singapore, and nasi lemak has found its way into a burger (again). Here’s where to eat in Singapore this month.
In case you missed them, check out the links below for previous editions of our monthly food round-up:
- October 2026
- September 2026
- August 2026
- July 2026
- June 2026
- May 2026
- April 2026
- March 2026
- February 2026
- January 2026 and earlier
SINGAPORE’S BEST NEW CAFES AND RESTAURANTS IN NOVEMBER 2026
1. Koko Kawane
Another day, another matcha cafe. But Koko Kawane has the credentials to back it up. The new 15-seat spot at The Star Vista is a collaboration between Japanese patisserie Koko Kawane Matcha and a family-run tea farm in Shizuoka that’s been around for over 400 years – it’s not your usual matcha latte.
The menu covers traditional whisked matcha ($7) and three latte options: House Blend ($8.50), Soemon Blend ($12.50), and single-origin Okumidori ($13.50). There’s even a micro-mill grinding matcha fresh, if you’re particular enough to pay an extra $1 and wait about 10 minutes for your tea. Pair yours with Japanese-French pastries like the Midoba ($10) with matcha cremeux and raspberry, or the hojicha, hazelnut, and passionfruit Kohaku ($10).
What We Recommend: The Usucha Flight ($17) is a crash course in matcha, featuring three varieties: light and refreshing Tsuyuhikari, creamy and nutty Soemon Blend, and rich, smooth Okumidori.
Read our full review of Koko Kawane.
See also: Where To Find The Best Flavoured Matcha Latte Drinks In Singapore
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, #01-02 The Star Vista
Instagram: @koko.kawane.sg
Website
2. Calendar Coffee
Taking over the former September Coffee space in Chinatown, this new cafe has had quite the makeover – swapping its previous look for warm wood tones, cosy corners, and a touch of cottagecore.
French toast is the main attraction, with Apple Pie ($11), Blueberry Cheesecake ($12), and a savoury Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese ($14) for those without a sweet tooth. Chiffon cakes ($12) come in flavours like black sesame mochi and earl grey strawberry, while the drinks menu gets a little more creative with a Roasted Rice Latte ($9), Miso Caramel Hojicha ($9), and Jasmine Apple Americano ($8.50).
What We Recommend: Upgrade your matcha to Premium Yabukita (+$2.50) or Asanoka (+$5) if you’re particular.
Address: 258 South Bridge Road
Instagram: @calendarcoffeesg
Website
3. Tokyo Onigiri
Your usual convenience store onigiri now has some competition. Tokyo Onigiri has landed at One Raffles Place, bringing freshly made Japanese rice balls to the CBD. No sad, pre-packed triangles here – each onigiri is made to order with warm Japanese rice and crisp seaweed, starting at $4.90.
There are 18 fillings to choose from, including Soy-Marinated Egg Yolk ($5.90), Salmon Mentaiko Mayo ($6.90), and Ikura ($10.90), generously stuffed with salmon roe. The tiny, takeaway-only spot also has two-onigiri sets (from $13.90) and three-onigiri sets (from $18.80), served with Japanese pickles and your choice of miso soup or a drink.
What We Recommend: No worries if you can’t commit – you can mix two fillings in a single rice ball, with combinations like Roasted Salmon & Ikura ($9.90).
Address: One Raffles Place, #B1-36
Instagram: @tokyo_onigiri_sg
Website
4. PS.Cafe Harding
One of Dempsey’s original brunch spots is back with a new look and menu. PS.Cafe Harding has traded its old interiors for something warmer and moodier, with mid-century furniture and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the forest. The new 51-dish menu also does away with separate weekday and weekend menus, so brunch is officially now an everyday affair.
Western cafe classics have been given a distinctly Singaporean spin, and even pasta isn’t spared. The Sesame & Soy Cream Cold Noodles ($24) feature udon in a chilled, creamy broth, while the Snapper Assam Arrabbiata ($32) brings tamarind and spice to the Italian classic. Brunch gets a little weird, in a good way, with the McGriddle-inspired Sweet & Salty Stack ($26) served with whipped kaya butter, and Teh-C Thick Cakes ($24) drenched in tea-infused sauce with longan and crunchy caramelised rice puffs.
What We Recommend: Snag a window-side table for front-row views of Dempsey’s greenery.5ddress: 28B Harding Road
Instagram: @pscafe
Website
5. Osteria Da Su
Michelin-starred Korean restaurant Nae:um has a new, more affordable sibling. Enter Osteria Da Su, a Korean-Italian spot in Telok Ayer where pasta starts at $22. Italian classics get a Korean twist, from sesame-spiked Cacio e Pepe ($22) to handmade Tortelli di Galbi Jjim ($30), stuffed with Korean braised pork.
The Farfalle all’Amatriciana ($24) goes a step further with gochujang-bulgogi guanciale chips, while the Korean Pepper Fritto ($14) comes stuffed with prawn and ricotta. With just 34 seats, cosy banquettes, and warm terracotta interiors, the restaurant is small, intimate, and a little sexy – ideal for a date where you want to hear each other.
What We Recommend: Snag one of the eight counter seats for a view of the open kitchen. Half the seats are reserved for walk-ins, so you can try your luck without booking ahead.
Address: 163 Telok Ayer Street
Instagram: @osteriadasu
Website
6. Rawr Cafe by Wunderfolks
Wunderfolks has gone full tiger mode with its latest cafe at Wink Hostel in Jalan Besar. Rawr Cafe takes its theme rather seriously, with red-and-white interiors, cartoon tigers, paw prints, and plushies everywhere.
Singaporean flavours get a cafe spin with dishes like the Nasi Lemak Chicken Burger ($18), which packs fried chicken, egg, sambal, and ikan bilis into a brioche bun. Even the coffee gets a local take, with the SG Breakfast Latte ($8) combining pandan coffee with kaya foam, and actual kaya toast. The tiger obsession goes beyond the decor – there are also Tiger Paw Madeleines ($3.50), along with merch like themed caps and stickers for those who want to take a little of the madness home.
What We Recommend: Add a tiger-shaped cookie to your iced drink for $2.
Address: 134 Jalan Besar
Instagram: @rawrcafesg
Website
7. Shared Table
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park has a new brunch spot, and your dog is invited. From the folks behind Average Service and Aramsa Spa, Shared Table is a pet-friendly alfresco cafe serving up Asian-inspired comfort fare with a healthier slant.
The main draw is the build-your-own Nourish Plates (from $21.90), where you pick a grain, protein, two sides, and soup. Options include honey miso salmon, chicken thigh with ginger sesame oil, and sous vide Hainanese chicken breast. Coffee comes courtesy of Brawn & Brains (from $6.50), alongside herbal tea (from $7), and cocktails (from $18) if you’re calling it a cheat day.
What We Recommend: The protein-packed pancakes ($17.90) have 32g of protein, and are served with caramelised banana, gula melaka, and housemade peanut butter sauce.
Address: 1382 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (Bishan Park 2)
Instagram: @sharedtableworld
Website
8. Blue Label Tavern
Blue Label Pizza is getting the American tavern treatment – its new Stamford Road outpost swaps the cosy pizza-bar setup for high ceilings, an open layout, and classic rock on the playlist. It’s bigger, louder, and distinctly more casual.
The pizzas aren’t going anywhere, thankfully. You’ll find smaller 10-inch favourites like Dr. Pepperoni ($27) and J-Dog ($29), the latter loaded with sausage, bacon, pepperoni, and jalapenos. But there’s more to the menu this time, including the BLP x SMU Smash Burger ($18), Buttermilk Chicken Dunks ($15), and the Flying Chicken Plate (from $19) featuring slow-brined rotisserie chicken.
What We Recommend: Make the most of the $10 happy hour which runs daily till 6pm – and yes, even on Saturdays.
Address: 61 Stamford Road
Instagram: @bluelabelpizza
Website
9. Petra
There’s a new reason to make the trip to Dempsey Hill. Taking over the former Curly’s space, Petra serves Mediterranean-Levantine cuisine, drawing inspiration from the eastern shores of the Mediterranean. It’s the latest restaurant from the team behind Casa Vostra and La Bottega Enoteca, this time with a cocktail bar and pet-friendly outdoor seating.
The menu is designed for sharing, with a Mezze Dip Trio ($32) of hummus, matbukha (tomato relish), and taramasalata (fish roe) to go with freshly baked Persian flatbreads (from $11). Larger plates include Portuguese Octopus Orzo ($32), Rosemary Lamb Chops ($42), and a whole grilled Mediterranean sea bass ($108) that feeds three to four. Dessert brings caramelised pistachio Kunafa ($24) and a Dubai Chocolate Tart ($26) into the mix.
What We Recommend: Grab a seat by the open bakery to watch the Persian flatbreads being made fresh.
Address: 40C Harding Road
Instagram: @petra.singapore
Website
10. Sakana Hikaru
Sakana Hikaru on Stanley Street keeps things traditional with Japanese grilled fish and freshly cooked rice – it’s the kind of meal where getting the basics right makes a world of difference. The menu runs from buttery Salmon Belly ($13.80) to the Kinki ($45.80), a prized Japanese rockfish for those wanting something special. The signature Thick-Cut Ginshake & Salmon Belly Set ($25) gives you two cuts of salmon – one obviously isn’t enough.
And perhaps most importantly, rice gets just as much attention here. Niigata-grown grains are cooked to order in individual pressure pots that are specially imported from Japan. Even the miso soup gets the full treatment, made with fresh dashi every morning.
What We Recommend: Dress up your rice with toppings like ikura ($9.80), mentaiko ($4.80), or minced tuna ($4.80).
Address: 14 Stanley Street
Instagram: @sakanahikaru
Website