7 Best Seafood Restaurants in Singapore (2023) to Drool over

Eat & Drink | March 17, 2023

Image: Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant

Quick links:

1. Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant ⇓
2. Chin Huat Live Seafood ⇓
3. The Boiler @ Howard Road ⇓
4. Majestic Bay Seafood Restaurant ⇓
5. TungLok Seafood @ Orchard Central ⇓
6. Uncle Leong Seafood @ Anchorpoint ⇓
7. New Ubin Seafood @ CHIJMES ⇓

Located strategically between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, a big part of Singapore’s cuisine is inspired by its bountiful waters. Imagine the island’s iconic dishes: laksa, chilli crab, and fish head curry — each dish highlights fresh seafood beautifully accentuated by local herbs and spices.

Singapore is a treasure trove of promising seafood paradises, and to make your job easier, we have curated a list of the 7 best seafood restaurants [updated 2023] here on the island.

1. Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant

Image: Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant

Loved for

Singapore-style crab dishes

Prices

S$73 per pax

Address

Fullerton Road, #01-09 One Fullerton, Singapore 049213

Phone

+65 6336 8118

Opening hours

Daily 12:00 – 14:30; 17:30 – 22:30

Website

https://www.palmbeachseafood.com/

pb1f@palmbeachseafood.com

Table reservation

Highlights

Authentic Singapore dining experience: When Palm Beach opened its doors more than half a century ago, the goal was for each dish to “embody the spirit of Singapore and her culture”. This has proven to be a winning feat, especially considering the warm reception that the locals have given to their signature dishes such as Chili Crab, Black Pepper Crab, and Coco-Lobo.
Birthplace of the Chili Crab: One of Singapore’s national dishes, the Chili Crab, is believed to have been conceived in the kitchen of Palm Beach. The restaurant is not only credited to be the originator of this dish, but also recognized for serving one of the absolute best on the entire island. Palm Beach’s Chili Crab has consistently made appearances in yearly Top 10’s.
More than just crab: Palm Beach’s crab dishes are a must-try, but there is still an abundant selection of seafood and non-seafood dishes on their menu such as the Japanese Spiky Sea Cucumber, Braised Whole Abalone with French Foie Gras, Boston Lobster in Laksa Broth, Honey Tangy Barramundi, and Crispy Fragrant Duck.

MENU: Palm Beach’s menu features an honest-to-goodness seafood festival with a few meat and vegetable dishes thrown in for good measure. From appetizers to cold platters to entrees, noodles, and desserts, you will be treated to classic Singaporean flavors.

MUST-TRIES:

Palm Beach Signature Chili Crab
Honey Tangy Barramundi
Coco Lobo
Chendol

LOOK & FEEL: One more thing to love about Palm Beach is the sweeping views of the Singapore skyline, which is more gorgeous at sunset. With indoor and al fresco dining choices, your views are just as spectacular as your food.

NOTE: Set menus are available for parties of 8 and above.

GETTING THERE:

Buses: 139, 143, 195, 32, 502 (3-min walk from The Herencia bus stop)
Nearest MRT station: Fort Canning (DT20)

2. Chin Huat Live Seafood

Image: Chin Huat Live Seafood

Loved for

• Golden Sauce Crab
• Live seafood concept

Prices

S$50+ per pax

Address

Chin Huat Live Seafood
Blk 105 Clementi St 12, Sunset Way #01-30
Singapore 120105

Phone

(65) 6775 7348

Opening hours

Daily 11:30 –14:00, 17:00 - 22:30
Tuesdays closed

Website

Chin Huat Live Seafood

Highlights

Yummy recipes straight from the live seafood tanks: By offering customers the unique opportunity to personally choose their desired seafood from the tanks, Chin Huat Live Seafood is among the best restaurants in town to enjoy all the freshest dishes.
Seafood in Golden Sauce, Superior Broth, and Fragrant Salted Egg Yolk: These legendary sauces, the own-creations of Chin Huat, elevate the taste of seafood like crab and lobster, making people keep coming back for more.
Frequent promotions: Check it out with them regularly to enjoy all yummy things at great prices. Their latest promotion, the ‘Weekday Scrumptious Set Lunch’, offers a tantalizing deal for guests. For just S$15.90++, diners can indulge in a set lunch comprising of twin appetizers of the day, a choice of one main from four delectable options, and a delightful dessert.

MENU: Chin Huat offers a vast menu, covering the categories of signatures, appetizers, lobsters, crabs, shellfish, prawns, shark’s fin, abalones, fish, soups, giant groupers, beef & venison, pork, chicken, vegetables, home-made beancurd, noodles, rice, and desserts.

MUST-TRIES:

Signature Golden Sauce Crab
Black Pepper Crabs
Superior Broth Lobster Bee Hoon
Steamed Whole Alaskan King Crab with Egg White and Chinese Wine
Steamed Giant Grouper Fillet in Celery Sauce
Garlic/steamed bamboo clam
Crispy sotong rojak (S$15, S$30)
Silver Seafood Hor Fun (S$20, S$40)
Kong Bak Pau (S$22)
Mango Sago with Ice Cream (S$5.50, S$20, S$38)

LIVE SEAFOOD PRICES:

Sri Lankan Crab: S$93.8/KG
Alaskan King Crab: S$188/KG
Boston Lobster: S$138/KG
Australian (Southern Rock) Lobster: S$218/KG
Bamboo Clams: S$16.80/Pcs
Soon Hock fish: S$88/KG
Turbot Fish: S$108/KG
Giant Grouper Fish: S$48 – S$128

3. The Boiler @ Howard Road

Image: The Boiler

Loved for

Seafood boil

Prices

S$70

Address

Howard Road, #01-06 Novelty Bizcentre, Singapore 369585

Phone

+65 6635 1285

Opening hours

Daily 11:30 - 14:30; 17:00 - 22:30

info@theboiler.com.sg

Table reservation

Highlights

Local and Western spices: The star of any show is able to shine because of its supporting characters, and in the magnificent show of a good seafood boil, the playful harmony of spices masterfully accentuates live, fresh seafood. The Boiler’s secret spice blend is a fusion of 11 Asian and American spices and ingredients that the owner hand-picks and packs each night.
Premium and Specialty Sets: The Boiler’s premium and speciality sets are the most festive way to sample the best on their menu—from starters that include crab cakes, wings, and fried oysters to speciality seafood boil that is composed of live Dungeness crab, live Boston lobster, prawns, mussels, clams, smoked sausage, pearl sweet corn, and buns, and right down to dessert.
Craft and draft beer: What pairs well with sumptuous seafood boil? A cold mug (or two or three) of good beer. The Boiler offers an assortment of craft and draft beer including Stone IPA, one of the best-selling IPAs in the world for its gorgeous blend of tropical, citrusy, and piney flavors and aromas.

MENU: There’s more to love on The Boiler’s menu than just mouthwatering seafood boil. The menu is generally inspired by Louisiana soul food where you will find starters such as spicy wings, jumbo crab cakes (paired with kimchi remoulade for an Asian touch), and fried oysters. It also has a touch of Asian influence—teriyaki chicken karaage don with onsen egg and miso-dijon salmon in its main selection. They also offer an assortment of pasta, salad, and desserts.

MUST-TRIES:

Bombdiggity Bag with Sauce of the Month (sharing for 4, S$159)
Signature Haddock Fish & Chips (S$17.90)
The Boiler’s Ultimate Burger (S$15.90)
Chocolate Molten Lava Cake (S$11.90)

LOOK & FEEL: The most important fixture in The Boiler @ Howard Road is every sturdy wooden dining table that bears the grunt of each pound of the seafood mallet. With huge glass windows and industrial metal accents, The Boiler’s ambience focuses rather on the festive dining experience than on fancy fixtures and interiors.

NOTE: Watch out for their “Sauce of the Month” for a wonderful explosion of surprising flavors.

GETTING THERE:

Buses: 28, 62, 70, 8, 80, 90 (4-min walk from Macpherson Road bus stop)
Nearest MRT station: Tai Seng (CC11)

4. Majestic Bay Seafood Restaurant

Image: Majestic Bay Seafood Restaurant

Good for

Fans of Chinese-style seafood
Mixed groups of different diet needs

Prices

S$90

Address

18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953

Phone

+65 6604 6604

Opening hours

Lunch Mon – Fri 11:30 – 16:00; Dinner Daily 17:30 – 20:00

Website

https://majesticbay.sg/

reservations@majesticbay.sg

Table reservation

Highlights

Signature Chinese classics: Majestic Bay is more than just a “great Chinese restaurant”, it has grown to be an institution by which Chinese cooking standards are measured. Patrons do not even have to check the Bay’s menu because they know all the excellent signature dishes by heart: Pan-seared Signature Chili Crab Meat Buns, Stewed Boston Lobster with Ee-fu Noodles, and Peking Duck with Lychee Pancakes among others.
Celebrations menu: The Bay makes it easy for diners to celebrate momentous events with three choices from their Celebrations menu. Each choice features some of Majestic Bay’s well-loved appetizers and entrees along with free-flow Chinese tea and a bottle of wine.
Special dietary menus: Majestic Bay also curates special dietary menus for patrons with specific concerns—Chinese vegetarian menu, non-seafood menu, gluten-free menu, and a Halal menu.

MENU: Majestic Bay Seafood Restaurant’s menu has an extensive list of traditional dim sum and seafood entrees, but also features dishes not typically found in Chinese restaurants such as Salted Egg Crispy Fish Skin, Chilled Tofu with Century Egg, and Wasabi Prawns.

MUST-TRIES:

Crispy Baby Squids (S$15)
Black Peppered Crab (S$95.60)
Salted Egg Yolk Crab (S$95.60)
Whole Fish in Clay Pot (S$48)

LOOK & FEEL: Marina Bay has a cool nautical theme complete with varying sizes of mirrors adorning its walls. With a waterfront view of the actual Marina Bay, the restaurant provides a fitting backdrop to its delicious seafood offerings.

NOTE: Marina Bay has an all-you-can-eat menu that is available at lunch and dinner.

GETTING THERE:

Buses: 400, 77, 97, 97E (3-min walk from The Canopy/Flower Dome)
Nearest MRT station: Bayfront (CE1|DT16)

5. TungLok Seafood @ Orchard Central

Image: TungLok Seafood

Loved for

Chinese-style seafood at pocket-friendly prices

Prices

S$40 per pax

Address

Orchard Central #11-05, 181 Orchard Road, Singapore 238896

Phone

+65 6834 4888

Opening hours

Monday to Saturday 11:30 – 15:00; 18:00 – 22:30 | Sundays and Holidays 10:00 – 15:00; 18:00 – 22:30

Promotion

Get 10% off with TungLok Seafood (Orchard Central)'s dining voucher

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Highlights

Birthplace of Deep-fried Prawns with Wasabi-mayo Sauce: In 2000, TungLok created this innovative dish and immediately gained a cult following. Consistently voted as a must-try, fresh succulent prawns are fried golden and then slathered with a wasabi-infused mayo dressing.
Ala carte deluxe lunch and dinner buffet menus: Starting at only S$38.80 for lunch and S$58.80 for dinner, diners are treated to TungLok’s best-sellers at an affordable cost. The menu features their specials, Japanese cold cuts, appetizers, traditional Chinese entrees, rice, noodles, and dim sum, and desserts.
Events and catering: Voted the Best Caterer in Singapore in 2009 by Singapore Tatler and AsiaOne People’s Choice, TungLok Catering has served quite a number of private and commercial events including the prestigious Singapore F1 Grand Prix (Formula One).

MENU: TungLok Seafood’s offerings are tailor-fitted to the discriminating Singaporean tastebuds. The menu showcases a wealth of seafood dishes that marry the freshness of the bounty with distinct traditional flavors.

MUST-TRIES:

Deep-fried Prawn with Wasabi-mayo Sauce (S$26)
Sauteed Scallop with X.O. Sauce (S$30)
TungLok Seafood Platter (S$68)
TungLok Signature Chili Crab (Starts at S$8.80/100 grams)

LOOK & FEEL: The moment you step inside the doors of TungLok, you will readily notice all the tell-tale signs you’re in a Chinese restaurant—round Lazy Susan tables, upholstered chairs, and crustacean tanks.

NOTE: Reservations are highly encouraged.

GETTING THERE:

Buses: 106, 175, 36B, 502 (3-min walk from bus stop 09038)
Nearest MRT station: Somerset (NS23)

6. Uncle Leong Seafood @ Anchorpoint

Image: Uncle Leong Seafood

Loved for

Sand Crab
Mixed choices of affordable & expensive menus

Prices

S$80 per pax

Address

Anchorpoint Shopping Centre, 368 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159952

Phone

+65 6259 9861

Opening hours

Daily 11:30 – 14:30; 17:00 – 22:00

Website

https://www.uncleleongseafood.com/

anchorpoint@uncleleongseafood.com

Table reservation

Highlights

Home of the Shimmering Sand Crab Delight: This Uncle Leong signature dish made the restaurant an important fixture in the local seafood scene. The star of the dish is an above-average sized crab that delightfully swims in a creamy buttery sauce, generously sprinkled with golden oats.
Premium menu: Uncle Leong Seafood gained popularity for its noteworthy but affordable dishes. However, they do have a premium menu for patrons who wish to splurge a little on upscale dishes such as Braised Baby Abalone, Superior Treasures Soup, and Braised Superior Shark’s Fin Soup.
Excellent set menu: Starting at S$188, Uncle Leong has set menus that are perfect for patrons who want to do away with the pressure of ordering dishes. Of course, each set menu option features their signature Shimmering Sand Crab Delight.

MENU: Uncle Leong has an extensive menu that features a long list of crab, premium dishes, fish, prawn, seafood, meat, vegetables, bean curd, soup, noodles, rice, and dessert.

MUST-TRIES:

Shimmering Sand Crab Delight
Claypot Red Grouper in Canto Style
Guinness Pork Rib
Coconut Pudding with Ice Cream

LOOK & FEEL: Uncle Leong at Anchorpoint does not look like your typical Chinese restaurant. With modern accents such as overhead lamps, what could be your only indication you are in a Chinese restaurant is that distinct seafood aroma emanating from the kitchen.

NOTE: Free island-wide delivery

GETTING THERE:

Buses: 105, 155, 238, 93 (2-min walk from bus stop 52381)
Nearest MRT station: Braddell (NS18)

7. New Ubin Seafood @ CHIJMES

Image: New Ubin Seafood @ CHIJMES

Good For

Singapore-style seafood

Prices

S$50+ per pax

Address

30 Victoria St, #02-01B C, Singapore 187996

Phone

+65 9740 6870

Opening hours

Mon: 17:30 - 22:00
Tue to Sun: 11:00 - 15:00; 17:30 - 22:00

Website

New Ubin Seafood

makan@newubinseafood.com

Highlights

An exciting range of Singaporean seafood classics: Their yummy recipes of Garlic Baked Crab, Chilli Crab, Fish Head Curry, Barbecued Whole Mackerel, Cereal Tiger Prawns, Sambal Mackerel, Stir-Fried Claypot Fish Head, and Steamed Fish that are sure to satisfy any seafood lover’s cravings.
Garlic Baked Crab is just the star of the show for those who are big fans of crab dishes.
Delicious zi char to complement the dining experience: The restaurant’s menu carries a good range of all the Chinese comfort food like Hokkien Mee Special, Hong Kong Kai Lan Special, Braised Beancurd With Crab Meat & Egg White, And Herbal Prawn Soup to satisfy various needs.
A unique dining experience at a stylish historic venue: Nestled in Chijmes, one of Singapore’s premier food destinations in the heart of the Civic and Cultural District, New Ubin Seafood sits comfortably among its trendy counterparts, including hip restaurants, cafes, bars, and pubs, all of which provide an exhilarating atmosphere for guests to revel in throughout the night.

MENU: At this restaurant, you’ll find a menu that places a strong emphasis on local-style seafood and zi char dishes, while still catering to those who have a love for meat. In particular, the Black Angus Rib-Eye is a must-try for those who enjoy the best of both worlds in seafood and meat.

Garlic Baked Crab (S$79 for 800g)
Live Crab (S$79 for 800g)
Herbal Prawn Soup: S$48
Fish Maw & Crab Meat Soup: S$51
Squids: S$17 – S$32
Live Tiger Prawns: S$37 Per 300g
BBQKing Tiger Prawn: S$44.50 Per 150g
Barbecued Whole Mackerel: S$44.50
Fish Head Curry: S$48
Stir-Fried Claypot Fish Head: S$36
Live ‘Soon Hock’ Marble Goby: S$81
USDA Black Angus ‘Choice’ Rib-eye (S$95)
Zi char dishes: S$7 – S$81

AMBIANCE: New Ubin Seafood’s ambiance pays homage to the relaxed kampung spirit of the past with a breezy and informal atmosphere. The bright lighting and modern furnishings of the spacious seating area strike the perfect balance between comfort and simplicity, inviting you to unwind and enjoy your meal without any fuss.

GETTING THERE: