Why pay the full price at some of the best restaurants in Singapore when you can just pay half?
Being a foodie in Singapore is a serious commitment. Dinner for two at a trendy restaurant costs around S$145, and you can expect to pay double at concept restaurants headlined by celebrity chefs.
While it’s never a waste to spend money where it makes you happy, you don’t always have to pay full price for it. And this is why the American Express Platinum Card is the credit card for the serious foodie.
Cardholders get instant access to Palate Dining Privileges, which gives you 50% off at Singapore’s best restaurants when dining with a friend, with a minimum of two ala carte orders. You also get a complimentary Far Card Membership worth S$425, and 15% off Singapore’s hottest bars.
It’s the 50% discount you should really pay attention to, because you save a lot of money at the following places:
1. Dancing Crab at Orchard Central
Anyone searching for a distinct take on seafood should run, not walk, to the nearest Dancing Crab. Heavily influenced by Creole cuisine and Louisiana-style cooking, Dancing Crab serves a delicious combination of boiled seafood straight from a bag, covered in their Signature sauce. There are no utensils here, so expect to lick your hands clean!
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
2. Alkaff Mansion Ristorante
Housed in a beautifully restored historic mansion, it’s easy to see why Alkaff is one of Singapore’s most romantic restaurants. But it’s not just the ambiance that keeps people coming back. Each dish is meticulously prepared with premium ingredients, and the menu is revamped every six months, giving you something new to try each visit.
The Fine Print
Savings are not applicable to Set Menus, Saturday Italian Tea Buffet, Sunday Prosecco Brunch, Chef Specials and Special Occasions Brunch such as Easter Brunch, Mother's Day Brunch, Father's Day Brunch, Halloween Brunch, Christmas Brunch, New Year's Eve & Day Brunch.
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day.
3. Tung Lok Signatures
The Tung Lok Group owns and runs over 40 prominent restaurants across Singapore (including Dancing Crab). At Tung Lok Signatures, you can feast on a unique selection of the group’s best-selling Chinese dishes and exquisite new flavours. Loyal diners say their Peking Roast Duck is the closest thing you can get to authentic Imperial Chinese cuisine without leaving the country.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
4. The Pelican Seafood Grill and Bar
The Pelican brings East Coast charm all the way to Singapore, best enjoyed al fresco with a scenic view of the bay. Don’t miss the Raw Bar, which serves up fresh Maine lobster, brown crab, plump oysters, roe, and caviar. If you feel like eating with your hands, try the Pelican Boil, where seafood comes in a bucket and poured on the table.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
5. Kinki
Kinki sets itself apart from other Japanese restaurants with its cheeky name, hip ambiance, and inventive menu. Get ready to sink your teeth into exciting offerings like succulent snow crab, meaty black cod, and Wagyu beef with fois gras.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
6. Lawry’s The Prime Rib
One of the most distinguished American restaurants in Singapore, Lawry’s The Prime Rib pulls no stops at providing an unforgettable dining experience. Each course is a spectacle and a delight, from the Spinning Bowl Salad to the Flaming Crepe Suzette.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
7. Dean and DeLuca
With its superb bread selection and hearty all-day breakfast menu, New York chain Dean and DeLuca is a popular destination for every Singaporean gourmand. Brunch favourites include Eggs Iberico, and the Banana Salted Caramel with French Toast Brioche.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
8. PepeNero
Italian restaurants are a dime a dozen anywhere, but PepeNero’s exceptional Italian fare stands out. With complex dishes like Green Pea Soup with Sea Urchin and Milanese-style Breaded Lamb Chops, it’s worth a visit if you’re after something more exciting than a plate of pasta.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
9. Xin Cuisine
Xin Cuisine may have the least chic interiors of the restaurants in this list, but it never disappoints. The food’s presentation and flavour remains consistent with every visit, and no efforts are spared in providing a memorable meal. Noteworthy dishes include their classic Dim Sum, Braised Live Lobster Eefu Noodle, and Home-Style Roast Duck with Tea Leaves.
The Fine Print
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
10. Shin Yeh
If you’re craving for the familiar taste of authentic home-cooked Taiwanese food, head over to Shin Yeh to fill the void in your stomach. Feast on an array of classic Taiwanese dishes and creative pairings like Sauteed Prawns with Pineapple and Stewed Pork Ribs with Fermented Rice Paste.
The Fine Print
For savings on à la carte food items on weekdays, Card Members must place a minimum order of at least 2 main course à la carte food items. For savings on à la carte food items on weekends, there must be a minimum of 4 diners (including 1 Cardmember) at a table. Card Members must place a minimum order of at least 2 main course à la carte food items; main courses exclude appetisers, soups, dim sum and desserts.
Blackout dates apply: Eve of PH, PH, 15 days of Chinese New Year (8 Feb 2016 - 22 Feb 2016), and Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Valentine’s Day
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