From a hidden Italian-Chinese fusion lounge to Singapore’s first A5 wagyu tomato sukiyaki, the city’s dining scene is heating up midyear. Time Out has rounded up five fresh F&B openings across the island—spanning a wallet-friendly handroll bar in the CBD and an affordable omakase counter—that deserve a spot on your eat list right now.
Rolls Izakaya: Budget-Friendly Handrolls in the CBD
Tucked inside Mercure Icon Singapore City Centre, Rolls Izakaya is a casual 16-seat counter where diners watch chefs Max and Raymond—alumni of fine-dining omakase spot Hiryu—assemble each bite. Lunch sets start at $28 for six choices of sashimi, or $38 for a six-roll set (about $6.30 per roll). Sides like sesame ponzu tai carpaccio and okonomiyaki round out the menu. Address: 8 Club St, #01-05. Open daily 11.30am–1.30pm, 5.30pm–9.30pm.
Behind Clay: Where Pizza Meets Chinese Flavours
Il Clay, already known for Neapolitan pies in Clarke Quay, has unveiled a sultry burgundy speakeasy behind its wood-fire oven. Behind Clay seats 52 and is helmed by Chef Ciro Sorrentino (whose pizzeria Margheri ranks No. 12 in the 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2026 list) and Chef Yip, a two-decade veteran of modern Chinese kitchens. Their 48-hour fermented dough gets unexpected toppings: try the foie gras pâté pizza ($38) with tamarind and pineapple, or the butternut chicken version ($26) with pork floss and green peppercorn sauce. Small plates like spicy shrimp carpaccio ($28) and mala shaker pork belly ($20) complete the experience. Address: 3D River Valley Road, #01-04. Hours vary; closed Mon–Fri afternoons.
Sukiyaki Jin: A5 Wagyu Meets Tomato Broth
The Les Amis Group brings a new casual concept to Shaw Centre. Sukiyaki Jin serves towering pots of A5 wagyu beef layered over vegetables, with Singapore’s first spicy tomato sukiyaki broth ($48 per person). A classic original sukiyaki ($45 per person, $90 per pot) is also available—both require a minimum of two diners. Underneath the marbled beef: shimeji mushrooms, napa cabbage, enoki, chrysanthemum greens, tomatoes, tofu, Japanese leeks and konjac noodles. Add-ons include extra A5 wagyu ($38) and a choice of inaniwa udon or cheese risotto to finish in the leftover broth. Address: 1 Scotts Road, Shaw Centre, #01-11. Open daily 11.30am–3pm, 5.30pm–10pm.
Sam Sam Sam: Customised Samgyetang at Novena
Designed like a 1980s Korean herbal medicine shop, Sam Sam Sam in Novena Square lets guests fill out a quick questionnaire about how they feel before recommending one of six samgyetang flavours. The signature Vitality Tonic ($25) features a young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, ginseng, jujube and garlic, slow-cooked until tender. Immunity Black ($28) uses slow-aged black garlic for a warming, energy-boosting broth. Beyond chicken soup, try kalguksu (hand-pulled noodles), porridge, or sharing pots of spicy chicken. Address: #02-46 Novena Square. Open daily 11am–10pm.
Sushidan: Private Omakase from $98
The Shibuya-born sushi chain, already known for $1.99 pieces, has opened an intimate six-seat omakase counter at its Raffles City outlet. Michelin-starred chef Hiroyuki Sato’s Edomae-style sushi is overseen in Singapore by chef Yusuke Kawana, who brings 28 years of experience. The 15-course set ($98 per person) includes appetisers, sashimi, sushi, a hot dish, grilled course, handroll and dessert. Premium seasonal menus ($138 or $238) are available for those wanting to splurge. Address: 252 N Bridge Rd, B1-44C Raffles City Shopping Centre. Open daily 11am–10pm.
What’s Next for Singapore’s Dining Scene
These five openings reflect a broader trend: diners are craving both value and novelty—whether that’s a $7 handroll, a $98 omakase, or a pizza topped with foie gras and pork floss. As midyear continues, expect more chefs to blur culinary boundaries and offer accessible luxury. For more inspiration, check out our guides to new cocktail bars and cafés opening this July.