Singapore’s dedicated enthusiasts of Spanish cuisine have a dynamic new destination to explore as Amor opens its doors on bustling Amoy Street. Launched by industry veterans Head Chef Yu Wang Leung and hospitality expert Azad Sharma, who first collaborated at Olivia and Noa Lounge, Amor brings a charismatic and creative interpretation of classic Spanish fare to adventurous diners. The restaurant positions itself as a lively alternative to more rustic venues, blending traditional flavours with contemporary artistry, making it an ideal setting for vibrant gatherings and date nights.
Catalonia Comes to Amoy Street
Amor immediately distinguishes itself through immersive design that pays homage to Catalan modernism, notably the influence of Antoni Gaudí. Guests are welcomed by a sliding door featuring colourful trencadís mosaic—a signature design element—which leads into a similarly tiled bar area. The vibrant atmosphere transitions seamlessly into the main dining space, characterized by bold backsplashes and a sophisticated yet playful energy.
Amidst the competitive F\&B landscape, Amor stands out by offering quality at value, particularly with its wallet-friendly $38 lunch set, which includes a substantial offering of four tapas, a main course, and dessert.
The menu successfully fuses classic Spanish dishes with imaginative twists. Among the standout opening acts are the juicy barbecued oysters ($10 each). These are served with a rich, deeply savoury escabeche sauce that effectively masks the usual brininess, presenting a surprisingly pleasant flavour profile. Equally impressive are the jamón Ibérico croquettes ($14). Encased in a perfectly crispy potato crust and topped with a glistening sheet of cured ham, these croquettes deliver a rich, creamy texture that ranks among the city’s finest.
Signature Dishes and Culinary Artistry
Chef Leung and Sharma demonstrate their culinary ambition with inventive signatures. The deceptively simple-sounding Happy Eggggg ($18) arrives in a long-stemmed glass, resembling a dessert parfait. This signature dish is an intricate composition of creamy pumpkin purée, truffle sabayon, a precise 65°C onsen egg, crispy jamón chips, and savoury brown butter sourdough croutons—a tantalizing medley that quickly vanishes.
No Spanish restaurant is complete without gambas, and Amor’s version features four plump, sashimi-grade jumbo prawns lightly cooked to about 80% doneness. Resting atop smoked potato foam, the prawns soak up fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, offering a robust flavour explosion. The minor critique here is the omission of crispy bread, which would be essential for fully appreciating the rich, aromatic leftover oil.
For main courses, the wagyu short ribs ($34) are exceptionally tender, retaining a pleasant charcoaled aroma. The richness of the meat is expertly balanced by a spicy salsa-like dressing, acidic pickled red cabbage, and a buttery artichoke sauce.
The Showstopper and Service Notes
The lobster arroz meloso ($76) is intended as a showstopper, featuring a whole barbecued lobster atop a bed of seafood-enriched rice. While the lobster itself is undeniably fresh and tender, the rice lacked the desired separation of grains, detracting slightly from the perfection demanded by its price point.
Commendable desserts conclude the meal, including the comforting hazelnut almond lava cake ($18), served beautifully alongside coconut ice cream, and the delightful bombas ($10)—a refined orange and white chocolate confection that delivers a refreshing palate cleanse.
Amor manages to deliver a consistently high-quality dining experience marked by creative flair and a vibrant atmosphere, earning an overall rating of 4/5. It solidifies its place as a formidable new contender in Singapore’s dynamic Spanish dining scene.
Amor is located at 107 Amoy St, Singapore 069927, and operates Monday to Saturday from noon to 3pm and 6pm to midnight.