August brings 31 days and five Mondays—but more importantly, 31 opportunities to dig into Singapore’s freshest restaurant openings. With the National Day long weekend on the horizon, we’ve rounded up five compelling new tables worth your time and appetite. From a legendary Indonesian nasi padang chain landing in Kampong Glam to affordable Peranakan lunches under $10 in the CBD, a Michelin-starred Tokyo sushiya’s sister concept in City Hall, and Italian tasting menus starting at just $58, this month’s lineup spans budget-friendly feasts to full-on indulgence. Here’s where to eat your way through August.
Sederhana Singapore: An Iconic Nasi Padang Chain Takes Over a Heritage Spot
Indonesia’s beloved Sederhana chain has opened its first Singapore outpost at 738 North Bridge Road—a location steeped in local food history. The address was previously home to Warong Nasi Pariaman, the beloved nasi padang institution that shuttered earlier this year after a remarkable 78-year run.
Founded in 1972, Sederhana now operates more than 200 outlets across Indonesia, plus locations in Malaysia and Melbourne. The Singapore menu delivers authentic Minangkabau (West Sumatran) flavours with crowd-pleasers like beef rendang ($6), telur barendo (deep-fried omelette, $2), and ayam pop—chicken simmered in coconut water and curry ($6). Don’t miss the gulai tunjang ($3.50), beef tendon in a rich, creamy coconut sauce with a satisfyingly gelatinous bite. Pro tip: ditch the cutlery and eat with your hands for the full experience.
Address: 738 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198706
Hours: Daily, 8am-5.30pm
Nyonya Next Door: Peranakan Classics Under $10 in the CBD
Fans of Cherki, the modern Peranakan bistro at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, will recognise the team behind Nyonya Next Door—a fast-casual spin-off in One Shenton that proves heritage cuisine doesn’t require a splurge.
The menu revolves around three signature bases: lemongrass blue pea coconut rice, kerabu beehoon, or rich Nyonya black curry rice. From there, pile on mains starting at $8.90: eight-hour beef brisket rendang, assam pedas barramundi, or coconut chicken kapitan. The trio of house-made sambals—original, sambal matah, and sambal ijo—is non-negotiable. Round out your meal with sides like otah ($2), chicken ngoh hiang ($1.70), or fried bergedil ($1.20). Even coffee and tea stay budget-friendly at $1.80.
Address: 1 Shenton Way, #01-06, Singapore 068803
Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 5pm-7.30pm; Sat 11am-3pm
Assaggi: Michelin-Starred Italian Cooking at a Fraction of the Price
Chef Denis Lucchi, the force behind one-Michelin-starred Buona Terra and Locando, opens Assaggi along Neil Road on August 10. This contemporary Italian degustation concept prioritises flavour over form, offering access to Lucchi’s refined technique without the sticker shock.
The three-course lunch menu starts at $58 per person. For a deeper dive, choose The Signature Journey or The Pasta Journey ($88), both including welcome snacks and house-made bread. The butter alone is worth the visit: a mountain of whipped Beppino Occelli butter served with honey-glazed brioche, balsamic reduction, and duck fat. Cocktails, curated by Japanese speakeasy Bar Kakure, run $18 each—try the Assaggi Negroni or Sicilian Spritz.
Address: 77A Neil Road, Singapore 088903
Hours: Tue-Sat noon-3pm, 6pm-10.30pm
Sushi Ryujiro: A Michelin-Starred Tokyo Chef Debuts in Singapore
Another omakase counter has landed, but Sushi Ryujiro warrants serious attention. It marks the Singapore debut of chef Ryujiro Nakamura, whose Tokyo restaurant earned its Michelin star in 2021. Tucked inside The Capitol Kempinski Hotel, this 10-seat counter flies in seasonal seafood from Japan four times weekly.
What sets it apart: Nakamura’s direct relationships with independent fishermen, bypassing wholesale markets like Toyosu. Choose from three omakase menus—Nigiri Lunch ($228), lunch omakase ($298), or dinner omakase ($428). Standouts include chawanmushi with rare konoko (sea cucumber) and a trio of tuna featuring chutoro, akami, and ootoro.
Address: 15 Stamford Road, #01-88, Singapore 178906
Hours: Tue-Sun noon-2.30pm, 7pm-10pm
Casa Mori: Spanish-Asian Fusion in a Dempsey Hideaway
Housed in a restored barrack at Dempsey, Casa Mori feels like a sunlit Spanish courtyard with terracotta hues and high ceilings. The collaboration brings together chef Willin Low (of the late, great Wild Rocket, pioneer of Mod-Sin cuisine) and Kulto’s José Alonso.
The standout dish? Kalipoquetas ($16)—a playful mash-up of curry puff (or “kalipok”) and Spanish croqueta, filled with chicken and potato curry, served over curry aioli. Garlic huajiao prawns ($32) marry confit garlic with Sichuan pepper and huajiao wine in a natural Chinese-Spanish crossover. A weekday lunch set at $35 makes this accessible.
Address: 11 Dempsey Road, #01-17, Singapore 249673
Hours: Tue-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10.30pm; Sat-Sun 11am-10pm
What’s Next for Singapore’s Dining Scene
This month’s crop reflects two trends: heritage brands expanding from Indonesia and Japan, and local chefs pushing cross-cultural boundaries at accessible price points. With the Michelin Guide Singapore 2026 recently awarding six new one-star restaurants and 10 new Bib Gourmand spots, the city-state’s F&B momentum shows no signs of slowing. For more openings, check our monthly roundups for July, June, and beyond.