You have visited Orchard, Novena, and Balestier but have you ever looked into Newton? The peaceful residential area is frequently overlooked by its neighbors. It is not, however, a snooze fest. The streets of Newton come alive thanks to hotspots like Newton Food Centre and notable restaurants, in addition to famous international schools and luxurious residences. Continue reading to learn more about this neighborhood.
Where to Stay in Newton?
Sheraton Towers Singapore
This hotel is a lush green oasis with picture-perfect waterfalls in the heart of the city. The hotel is ideal for families and young couples, with heritage-themed rooms and restaurants such as Li Bai Cantonese Restaurant and The Dining Room.
Where to Eat in Newton?
Buona Terra
Every dish at this Italian restaurant embodies it. Buona Terra explores Italian cuisine through reinvented classics, led by chef Denis Lucchi, who handpicks exquisite ingredients and products. Seasonality and availability influence the four- and five-course lunch and evening menus. Try carpaccio, risotto, piccione, and other dishes for inspiration.
Chef Chan’s Private Dine
Need a private dining room for up to eight people? Michael and chef Wong’s premium private dining facility serves exquisite Cantonese food. Sauteed Kagoshima wagyu beef with black pepper sauce, stir-fried Iberico pig and asparagus with XO sauce, braised three-head abalone with truffle oil, and fried’mian xian’ with shredded pork are just a few of the dishes on the menu.
Iru Den
Come in for omakase excellent dining at this Japanese-Italian restaurant. Top foods like chawanmushi, sashimi, donabe, grilled prawn, and wagyu are served in a seven-course and ten-course omakase set, all elegantly arranged with punchy flavors.
Newton Food Centre
Newton Food Centre, one of Singapore’s greatest hawker food places, shot to fame after featuring in the American romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians. You will find everything from stingray sambal to satay, seafood to the traditional dessert. There is Shen Tan’s OG Nasi Lemak, 88 San Ren Cold and Hot Dessert for refreshing ice kacang and cheng teng, Bib Gourmand entrée Alliance Seafood, and Guan Kee Grilled Seafood for amazing shiok stingray sambal.
Smiths Authentic Fish and Chips
Head here if you are a purist when it comes to fish and chips. Unlike the more pedestrian options, this restaurant takes pride in serving cod and haddock. These two fish species were first employed to produce fish and chips in England in the 1800s, and they fall apart into chunkier flakes than conventional dory.
Thai’D Me Up
Thai’D Me Up delivers a quirky touch to Thai cuisine to Singapore. Griddled pork collar, spring rolls, stuffed chicken wings, tang hoon clay pot prawn, crispy sea bass with mango salad, and other dishes are inspired by the chef’s homeland of Chiang Mai. Do you crave steak or Western cuisine? Have them at Meat You Here (love the jokes), a sister restaurant in the same space.
The Malayan Council
In a beautiful setting, the Malayan Council provides several fascinating menu dishes with local variations. The Winstedt location features a garden-themed setting with alfresco seating and a wedding and event room. Mains include Angus ribeye Masak Merah and roti kirai beef ribs, as well as substantial pasta like laksa Goreng barramundi and smoked duck leak chili padi linguine. Do not forget to finish your meal with an ondeh ondeh cake.
Where to Explore in Newton?
Alliance Française de Singapour
Do you have a passion for French culture? The Alliance Française de Singapour is a cultural center where you may learn the language, view art in the gallery, and watch indie and popular French films in the theater. Keep an eye out for events like the Francophonie Festival, French Film Festival, and Fashion Artisan Week, which are all held here.