Singapore’s reputation as a global culinary powerhouse was significantly bolstered this year, as the city-state earned 17 placements on the prestigious La Liste Top 1000 Restaurants 2026 ranking. This achievement, marking an increase of three restaurants from the previous year, underscores the sustained expansion and excellence of fine dining establishments across the island. The French international guide, which aggregates reviews from hundreds of sources, confirmed Singapore’s consistent performance among the world’s elite gastronomic destinations.
The 2026 tally saw all 14 Singaporean restaurants previously featured retain their positions, many with notable score increases. Leading the charge once again were three anchors of the island’s fine dining scene: Les Amis, Odette, and Zén, which maintained a tied score of 97.5 out of 100. Their continued presence at the pinnacle highlights both the dedication to consistency and the high international standards maintained by these institutions.
Beyond the headliners, several establishments demonstrated substantial upward momentum. Cloudstreet, Meta, and Thevar all elevated their scores significantly, achieving 91 points, a considerable jump from their previous ranges encompassing 75.5 to 83. These performance improvements reflect ongoing innovation and critical recognition within the competitive culinary landscape.
This year’s ranking welcomed three exciting new entrants who represent diverse dining concepts. Seroja, the Michelin-starred Malaysian restaurant, debuted with a score of 80. Joining it were Revolver, a modern grill house influenced by Indian culinary traditions, scoring 77.5, and Sushi Sakuta, the island’s newest two-Michelin-starred institution specializing in Edo-style omakase, which secured 75 points. The inclusion of these diverse concepts—Malaysian, Indian-influenced, and traditional Japanese—showcases the broad, multicultural appeal and depth of Singapore’s high-end restaurant ecosystem.
Key Singaporean Restaurants on the La Liste 2026:
The 17 selected restaurants represent a spectrum of global gastronomy, confirming Singapore’s status as a hub for culinary excellence. The highest-ranked establishments and their scores are:
- Les Amis, Odette, Zén (97.5)
- Saint Pierre (94.5)
- Burnt Ends, JAAN by Kirk Westaway (92.5)
- Cloudstreet, Meta, Thevar (91)
The remainder of the list includes internationally renowned restaurants such as Waku Ghin, Shoukouwa, and Cut by Wolfgang Puck, alongside the newly recognized Seroja, Revolver, and Sushi Sakuta.
The annual La Liste ranking, which utilizes an algorithm to compile thousands of reviews, reinforces Singapore’s position not merely as a regional leader, but as a crucial global player in gastronomy. The consistent growth in the number of recognized restaurants, alongside the sustained high performance of its top venues, signals a flourishing culinary environment ripe for experimentation and high-quality visitor experiences. As the global guide continues to monitor and assess dining quality, Singapore remains poised to further challenge established culinary capitals worldwide.