The 5 Best French Restaurants in Singapore

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best-french-restaurant-singapore
Image: JAAN

Looking for the finest of French restaurants in town for a special occasion? Singapore has numerous options to please your desire of true French fine dining experience, from celebrity chef restaurants like L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon to boutique ones like Restaurant Andre.

Our list of the five best French restaurants in Singapore introduces you the current homes of the most talented chefs, who will take you through the most pleasurable gastronomic journeys of modern French cuisine.

1. L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon

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LAtelier-de-Joel-Robuchon
Image: L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon
  • Address
    8 Sentosa Gateway
    Hotel Michael Level 1
    Resorts World Sentosa, Singapour 098269
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Thu to Mon 17:30 – 22:30

Owned by Joel Robuchon, the world's most decorated Michelin-star chef, L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon is a French gourmet restaurant with workshop-inspired concept. This restaurant focuses on serving French haute cuisine.

MENU: L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon features both an a la carte menu and a set menu. The a la carte menu offers classic and tasting portions while the set menu is smartly designed to meet different needs. Go with “Discovery menu” and let the chef feed you or you can design your meal by choosing “Dinner appetit create your menu” with some options of prices.

PRICE RANGE

  • Classic portions: S$32.00 – S$115.00 (Cold and hot starters)
  • Classic portions: S$41.00 – S$150.00 (Fish and meats)
  • Tasting portions: S$29.00 – S$47.00
  • Discovery menu: S$240.00
  • Dinner appetit create your menu: S$68.00/S$98.00/S$138.00

LOOK & FEEL: The restaurant has a sleek look for its Atelier concept. Entirely dressed in black and red, the classy and sexy dining room features a warm yet casual ambience for world-class foods.

2. Restaurant Andre

Restaurant Andre
Restaurant Andre
Image: Restaurant Andre
  • Address
    41 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089855
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Wed & Fri 12:00 - 14:00
    Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun 19:00 - 23:00

Restaurant Andre is ranked at #37 of the World's 50 Best Restaurants list for 2014. This ranked position says all about Andre. This restaurant is worth being added to every foodie’s bucket list.

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$128++ (lunch), S$298++ (dinner)

3. JAAN

Jaan
Jaan
Image: Jaan
  • Address
    2 Stamford Road
    Level 70, Equinox complex
    Swissotel the Stamford
    Singapore 178882
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Mon to Sat 12:00 – 14:30, 19:00 – 22:00

JAAN is a multi-award winning restaurant that focuses on serving Artisanal French cuisine. This restaurant has been ranked 22nd in San Pellegrino’s Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2013. JAAN is definitely a name to be picked up for any special occasions.

LOOK & FEEL: JAAN is a small restaurant that can accommodate only 40 people max. The restaurant’s decoration is minimalist, using the entire-length-of-the-ceiling crystal and silver free-form chandelier as the only highlight. The place exudes an intimate and romantic ambience, set by the sophisticated lighting and the gorgeous backdrop of the Marina Bay.

MENU: There are three price options for set lunch – 3, 5 or 7 course menu priced at S$68, S$118, S$168 respectively. For dinner, guests can select dishes from a la carte menu or take one of five set menus. JAAN’s menus are a vivid reflection of culinary tradition and chef Julien’s creativity. Note that the contents of a menu will be changed according to a season.

PRICES
Lunch

  • Three-course menu: S$68++
  • Five-course degustation: S$118++
  • Five-course Jardin Gourmand: S$118++
  • Seven-course Epicure par Julien: S$168++

Dinner

  • Five-course degustation menu: S$198++
  • Seven-course prestige menu: S$238++
  • Five-course Jardin Gourmand: S$168++
  • Seven -course Jardin Gourmand: S$198++
  • Ten-course Epicure par Julien: S$298++

4. Gunther’s Modern French Cuisine

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gunther-s-restaurant-singapore
Image: Gunther’s Modern French Cuisine
  • Loved for
    Cold angel hair pasta
  • Prices
    S$80++ per pax
  • Address
    36 Purvis Street #01-03 Singapore 188613
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Mon to Fri 12:00 – 14:30, 18:30 – 22:00
    Sat 18:30 – 22:00
  • Website

Gunther’s restaurant by the Garibaldi group is an award-winning restaurant serving modern French cuisine. With a classy ambiance, good service, and yummy dishes, Gunther’s is an ideal choice for business meetings or celebrations.

LOOK & FEEL: Nestled in a shophouse along a small street, Gunther’s has a tasteful and elegant setting. The dark earth tones make the place calm for a relaxing dining experience. The restaurant can accommodate up to 43 guests with 25 in the main dining room and 18 in its two private rooms.

MENU: Gunther’s menu presents French cuisine with modern cooking methods, leaving dishes light and innovative.

The a la carte menu consists of

  • Light Bites: S$25 – S$48
  • Oscietra Caviar Specials: S$25 – S$490
  • Timeless Collection: S$25 – S$188
  • Savoury & Sweet Collection: S$8 – S$40

The degustation menus come in

  • 4 Courses at $195 per person (Wine Accompaniment at $95)
  • 6 Courses at $295 per person (Wine Accompaniment at $135)
  • 9 Courses at $375 per person (Wine Accompaniment at $175)

MUST-TRIES:

  • Carpaccio of Wagyu beef, Tartare style, crispy potato
  • Roast smoked foie gras, mousseline of green apple
  • Cold angel hair pasta, Oscietra caviar
  • Grilled US tenderloin, bone marrow, bordelaise sauce
  • Whole roasted Maine lobster “thermidor”
  • Fine apple tart “a la dragees”, Havana rum raisin ice-cream

5. Au Petit Salut

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Image: Au Petit Salut
  • Address
    40C Harding Road
    Singapore 249548
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Mon to Sat 11:30 – 14:30, 18:30 – 22:30
    Sun 18:30 – 22:30

The multi-award winning Au Petit Salut restaurant has long been recognized as one of the best French restaurants in Singapore. Previously known as a restaurant serving traditional French cuisine, Au Petit Salut has recently undergone refurbishment to become a chic, modern place to perfectly pair with its new menu featuring modern French fare.

RECOMMENDED DISHES

  • Tartare of beef tenderloin, Pommes Frites
  • Pan seared duck foie gras, green apple, strawberry and balsamic vinaigrette
  • Baked Burgundy snails, bone marrow, garlic & parsley butter
  • Wagyu rib eye served with a choice of side dish
  • Seafood platter

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$80

RESTAURANT CAPACITY: The main dining area on the ground floor can accommodate up to 100 guests indoors and outdoors while the first floor is designed for two private dining rooms with seating capacity of 40 each.

Written by Sarah Ong
A food and lifestyle writer with a passion for discovering great dining spots, hidden gems, and wallet-friendly experiences.

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