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In Singapore, deciding where to eat can be every bit as exciting as deciding what to see.

This is a destination where a morning might begin with kaya toast and kopi, lunch could mean joining the queue at a bustling hawker centre, and dinner might involve cocktails with a skyline view or a multi-course menu at one of the city’s celebrated restaurants.

Chinese, Malay, Indian, Peranakan and countless international influences have all helped shape Singapore’s distinctive food culture. And whether your clients are serious foodies or simply believe that eating well is an essential part of any holiday, there’s an extraordinary amount to discover.

For travel agents, that makes food another compelling reason to sell Singapore as more than a quick stopover.

Here are six stays that put food, drink and memorable dining firmly on the menu.

5* The Clan Hotel Singapore

For clients who like their food experiences to come with a sense of place, The Clan Hotel Singapore is a great place to start.

The hotel draws inspiration from the history of Singapore’s clan associations and the early settlers who helped shape the surrounding area, with food and drink forming part of that story.

At QĪN Restaurant & Bar, contemporary interpretations of Asian flavours take centre stage. The restaurant occupies the fourth and fifth floors, with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the surrounding cityscape.

The hotel’s location also puts clients within easy reach of an extraordinary variety of places to eat – from traditional favourites and hawker food to contemporary restaurants and bars.

It’s a particularly appealing option for travellers who don’t simply want to eat well, but enjoy discovering some of the stories behind what they’re eating too.

5* Raffles Singapore

Some food and drink experiences become almost as famous as the hotel itself.

At Raffles Singapore, that certainly applies to the Singapore Sling.

Created at the hotel’s Long Bar in the early 20th century, the pink cocktail has become an icon in its own right. Today, ordering one at the Long Bar remains one of those classic Singapore experiences that many first-time visitors want to tick off their list.

But there’s considerably more to Raffles than one famous drink. Its collection of restaurants and bars ranges from the elegant Tiffin Room, where North Indian cuisine is served in a historic setting, to contemporary dining and afternoon tea at The Grand Lobby.

For clients who enjoy dining somewhere with a story behind it, Raffles delivers history, atmosphere and a genuine sense of occasion.

5* Andaz Singapore

For something more contemporary, Andaz Singapore brings together several drinking and dining experiences beneath one roof.

The hotel’s restaurants take inspiration from the surrounding neighbourhoods and Singapore’s diverse culinary influences. At 5 ON 25, guests can experience refined Cantonese cuisine, while 665°F specialises in premium steaks and seafood cooked in a Pira oven.

Then there’s Mr. Stork, the hotel’s rooftop bar. Set on level 39, its alfresco setting and 360-degree views across Singapore make it a great spot for clients who like their cocktails accompanied by a memorable skyline.

It’s a hotel that works particularly well for travellers who want eating and drinking to form part of the entertainment rather than simply punctuate the sightseeing.

5* PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering

Singapore’s food scene isn’t all heritage dining and rooftop cocktails.

At PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, the hotel’s distinctive garden-filled architecture provides a striking backdrop to the experience.

Its signature restaurant, Lime, offers an extensive international selection alongside Southeast Asian flavours, with live cooking stations adding to the atmosphere. The restaurant is also known for its popular buffets and afternoon tea experiences.

What makes this property particularly useful within a foodie itinerary is the combination of dining and design. Clients can enjoy Singapore’s famous urban energy while surrounded by greenery, making the hotel feel very different from a conventional city stay.

5* The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore

Sometimes it’s not only what’s on the table that makes a meal or drink memorable – it’s what’s beyond it.

Sitting directly on Marina Bay, The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore gives clients front-row views of one of the city’s most recognisable settings.

Its rooftop Lantern bar is particularly appealing as evening arrives. Overlooking Marina Bay and the Singapore skyline, it’s a beautiful setting for cocktails, light bites and a long evening outdoors.

Elsewhere, La Brasserie offers waterfront dining with French bistro influences, while The Landing Point provides an elegant setting for afternoon tea.

For clients celebrating something special – or those who simply appreciate a great view with their drink – it’s an easy property to put on the shortlist.

5* Capella Singapore

Set within lush grounds, Capella Singapore offers a more resort-led approach to dining, giving clients the opportunity to slow things down while still enjoying some impressive culinary experiences.

At Cassia, Cantonese cuisine is given a refined contemporary interpretation, while Fiamma, created in collaboration with chef Mauro Colagreco, celebrates the warmth and conviviality of Italian family dining.

The contrast is what makes Capella an interesting addition to this list. After days spent sampling Singapore’s hawker centres, restaurants and bars, clients can retreat to Sentosa and enjoy a completely different pace without giving up the opportunity to eat exceptionally well.

Don’t forget Singapore’s hawker culture

Of course, some of Singapore’s most memorable meals don’t happen inside hotels at all.

Hawker centres are an essential part of the country’s food culture, bringing together stalls specialising in dishes that have often been perfected over generations. In 2020, Singapore’s hawker culture was added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Encourage clients to arrive hungry.

They might try Hainanese chicken rice, laksa, char kway teow, satay, roti prata or chilli crab, before finishing with something sweet or an ice-cold local drink.

And part of the fun is that a brilliant food day in Singapore doesn’t need to mean spending a fortune. Clients can enjoy a simple hawker lunch before dressing up for cocktails and dinner somewhere spectacular that evening.

Make food part of the itinerary

For food-loving clients, Singapore isn’t simply a destination where they’ll happen to eat well. Food can become one of the main reasons to go.

The variety is extraordinary: breakfast in a traditional coffee shop, lunch at a hawker centre, afternoon tea in a grand hotel and cocktails high above the skyline can all happen in the same day.

And that’s where agents can add value.

Ask clients what they enjoy eating, whether there’s a dish they’ve always wanted to try and whether they’d rather discover local favourites or book a table somewhere special. A food tour, cooking experience or carefully chosen dinner reservation can add another memorable layer to the trip.

Because in Singapore, sightseeing doesn’t always require a landmark.

Sometimes, the thing your clients remember most is what was on the plate.