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Getting around in Singapore is getting more convenient and affordable than ever. With new MRT lines being built and accessibility to ride-sharing services now at one’s fingertips, it’s a breeze getting to wherever you need to be. Despite all these options, it’s still hard to beat the convenience of having your own vehicle to drive around. This also comes with its own set of hurdles, the largest of which is the high costs of first purchasing a vehicle, along with its ensuing Certificate of Entitlement (COE).
Enter BlueSG, which negates many of said hurdles. Open to anyone with a minimum 1 year driving licence and over the age of 21, it is an easy-to-use car-sharing service, boasting a fleet of 1,000 electric Bluecars with over 340 stations island-wide, ranging from commercial to HDB estates. With BlueSG, these hurdles removed mean everyday activities like going to the movies or dining out are a lot more enjoyable.
One could decide to make their way to the north-east for some seafood at the Punggol East Container Park, or head to Holland Village on a Sunday morning for some brunch. Either way, you’ll want to ensure your seats are reserved by calling in or booking via Eatigo to receive dining discounts of up to 50%. If you already have a place in mind, simply reserve a car or parking spot on the BlueSG app.
However, if you’re unsure what or where to eat, the “Here & Now” function on the Eatigo app allows you to easily access the dining discounts nearest to wherever you are. Alternatively, we’ve got a number of suggestions below, which can all be booked on the Eatigo app. Buckle your seatbelts and get ready!
Sengkang/Punggol
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From waterfront eateries to a refurbished container park, the Sengkang and Punggol neighbourhoods boast plenty of great dining options, with over 29 BlueSG stations. Here are 3 such places to check out.
King of Hotpot
Broths are the most important ingredient for any hotpot experience, and King of Hotpot certainly lives up to its name with its offerings. The mala broth here is very popular, though there are milder options if your tolerance isn’t as good. Found within Oasis Terraces in Punggol Drive, they also have additional ingredients like Black Berkshire Hog, sliced abalone and fresh shrimp paste. They are also open till 2am on weekends, making this an ideal supper spot.
Address: 681 Punggol Drive, Oasis Terraces, #04-02/03, Singapore 820681
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 12:00pm to 2:00am | Friday to Saturday: 11:00am to 2:00am
Nearest BlueSG station: 676 Punggol Dr, Singapore 820615 (3 minute away)
Kin Kao Mai Thai Restaurant
With a relaxed atmosphere and hearty authentic food to go around, Kin Kao Mai is a Thai restaurant within Punggol East that brings the best of Bangkok’s street food to Singapore. Popular dishes here include Thai prawn cakes, claypot glass noodles with prawns, and Thai-style BBQ pork. Translated as “have you eaten?”, Kin Kao Mai also enjoys the light breeze comes from the benefit of being situated along the riverbank.
Address: 50 Punggol East, Singapore 828826
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 5:00pm to 1:00am
Nearest BlueSG station: 650 Punggol Central, Singapore 820650 (6 minute away)
Big Fish Small Fish @ Punggol East Container Park
If you love fish dishes, this is where you need to go. Big Fish Small Fish first operated from shipping containers in Punggol. These days, their restaurants in malls incorporate industrial and warehouse décor to resemble the original. Diners here can choose from up to 6 types of fishes. They can enjoy dishes like Dory fish & chips, pan-seared Salmon and Tilapia sandwich & crisps.
Address: 50 Punggol East #01-K35, Singapore 828826
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 5:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday to Sunday: 12:00pm to 11:30pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 650 Punggol Central, Singapore 820650 (6 minute away)
Telok Ayer
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Healthy bowls, upscale bars and quality restaurants, Telok Ayer has them all. While the seemingly endless number of choices may seem intimidating, we pick out 7 that stand out. Explore with 4 BlueSG stations located along the bustling street.
Torio Japanese Restaurant
Japanese for the English word ‘trio’, Torio is aptly named for its three founders of the restaurant. Specialising in authentic Japanese fare, the restaurant is helmed by chef Jack, who boasts over 20 years of experience specifically with Japanese food. Options to try are the bara chirashi don, unagi don and kama shioyaki lunch set. Found along Gemmill Lane, Torio is just a stone’s throw from Telok Ayer MRT station.
Address: 10 Gemmill Lane, Singapore 069251
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30am to 2:30pm (Lunch) | 6:30pm to 10:00pm (Dinner)
Nearest BlueSG station: 28 Mosque St, Singapore 059506 (4 minute away)
abV @ Southbridge
An all-western restaurant with in-house band playing jazz tunes each evening, abV @ Southbridge certainly helps set the mood for a romantic date. The restaurant also houses a collection of great whiskies from around the world, which can be paired with your food for a satisfying meal. Indulge in drinks while snacking on bar bites!
Address: 210 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058759
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:00am to 11:00pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 28 Mosque St, Singapore 059506 (1 minute away)
BBQ Box @ Chinatown
A restaurant chain specialising in Sichuan skewered meats, BBQ Box offers diners close to 50 grilled items, from quality meats to seafood. Diners can choose from items like grilled oysters, lamb ribs and chicken wings. The hot & sour rice noodles offer a great base food for whichever you opt for. All of them come glazed with their signature spicy sauce to give it a nice flavourful kick in every bite.
Address: 262 South Bridge Rd, Singapore 058811
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 12:00pm to 12:00am
Nearest BlueSG station: 262 South Bridge Rd, Singapore 058811 (3 minute away)
Taiker Song
Taiker Song is a portmeanteau of Taiwan, rocker and song. The café is a celebration of all things Taiwan – food, music and culture all rolled into one. Located opposite Amoy Street Food Centre, you’ll find popular songs from Taiwanese artistes playing all day in the background as you bite into authentic Taiwanese cuisine. Top dishes here are the deep-fried marinated chicken, slow braised pork and omelette rice with minced chicken, tomato sauce and sautéed prawns.
Address: 21 McCallum St, The Clift, #01-03, Singapore 069047
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00am to 11:30pm | Saturday: 5:00pm to 11:30pm | Closed on Sunday
Nearest BlueSG station: 3 Stanley Street, Singapore 068722 (1 minute away)
The White Rocket
By day, The White Rocket offers diners a respite from the day with artisanal coffee and heartwarming food. By night, it is a stylish bar, serving craft beers, fine wines and a carefully curated selection of whiskies, including Scottish single malts and well-known Japanese labels. Located on Stanley Street, there are delightful bites like yakiniku beef linguine, sirloin with chimichurri and cheesy pulled pork sliders.
Address: 5 Stanley Street, Singapore 068724
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 11.30am to 12:00am | Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Nearest BlueSG station: 3 Stanley Street, Singapore 068722 (1 minute away)
Rookery @ Capital Tower
Brunch café by day, restaurant bar by night, Rookery is nestled in the heart of the CBD. Inspired by Australian and American casual dining culture and creative new age cooking techniques, Rookery emphasises on the raw rustic nature of locally sourced ingredients. Favourites here are the miso salmon, pulled pork wrap and country style chicken. So hang out, chill out, stretch out, Rookery is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of your busy world.
Address: 168, #01-08 Robinson Rd, Capital Tower, 068912
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 11pm | Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Nearest BlueSG station: 3 Stanley Street, Singapore 068722 (3 minute away)
Xperience Restaurant
Xperience is Sofitel So Singapore’s signature dining restaurant. Located along Robinson Road, the restaurant specialises in modern European fare that comes with heavy Italian influences. Chefs whip up their best an open-plan kitchen, allowing diners to peer into world of these masters at work. The squid ink spaghetti, seafood tagliatelle and red snapper are among the must-try options here. For dessert, the dark chocolate tart makes for the perfect finish.
Address: 35 Robinson Road, Singapore 068876
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 6:30am to 8:00pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 3 Stanley Street, Singapore 068722 (4 minute away)
Holland Village
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On one side, it’s a café lover’s paradise. On the other, there are plenty of affordable western and Japanese establishments that all scream quality. If you’re unsure what to go for, here are 5 places to get you started, with 3 BlueSG stations around the area.
SMÖÖbar
Need a midweek catch-up with friends or some after-work release? Head to SMÖÖbar, where you’ll find all-day dining with beers, wines and spirits to complement your food. There are full meals like smoked duck BBQ pizza and bakkwa carbonara. If you prefer light bites, you can go for options like spam fries.
Address: 29A Lorong Mambong, Singapore 277687
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 3:00pm to 1:00am
Nearest BlueSG station: 18 Holland Drive, Singapore 271018 (6 minute away)
Fosters Steakhouse
Known for its high quality steaks, Fosters Steakhouse can be found at Holland Village’s Holland Avenue. Aside from its steaks, Fosters also serves classic English dishes. These include oxtail stew, cod fish & chips, and seared Yorkshire pork rack. The restaurant boasts warm interiors that evoke a casual, yet welcoming atmosphere, making it perfect for families to enjoy a satiating meal together.
Address: Holland Village, 277 Holland Ave, Singapore 278994
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:00am to 11:00pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 5A Holland Close, Singapore 271005 (4 minute away)
Kanpai Izakaya and Bar
Looking for a place to kick back with casual dining and drinks? Kanpai Izakaya is aptly located in the very chill hood of Lorong Mambong at Holland Village. Come by with friends or your co-workers as you take in Japanese drinks. Like with a true blue izakaya, Kanpai offers bites, with options like sashimi 7 kinds, beef tendon braised in miso don and grilled eel.
Address: 40 Lorong Mambong, Singapore 277695
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30am to 9:00pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 18 Holland Drive, Singapore 271018 (6 minute away)
The Fine Line
If you’re in the Holland V ‘hood looking for good food, The Fine Line is a good place to start. This restaurant and bar along Lorong Mambong serves a wide selection of international light bites and mains, such as BBQ baby back ribs, 250g grilled ribeye and the classic bangers & mash. For the health nuts, there are also wholesome salads for you to enjoy.
Address: 23 Lorong Mambong, Singapore 277682
Opening hours: Saturday to Thursday, 11:30am to 10:00pm | Friday, 1:00pm to 9:00pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 18 Holland Drive, Singapore 271018 (6 minute away)
Madrinaa Italiano
Enjoy the taste of Italy, all without having to leave our local shores. Madrinna Italiano resembles a traditional trattoria, offering items like Fettucine Boscaiola, Risotto al Nero and Pizza Positano. Located within Chip Bee Gardens in Holland Village, the restaurant captures the nostalgic charm of Italy, with seating options both indoor and outdoor. There is a large wine collection here, with which diners can pair their food.
Address: Blk 44 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-60, Chip Bee Gardens Holland Village, Singapore 278116
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30am to 2:30pm (Lunch)| 5:30pm to 10:30pm (Dinner)
Nearest BlueSG station: 44 Jln Merah Saga, Singapore 278116 (1 minute away)
Bedok / Joo Chiat
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East Singapore has a deserved reputation of where all the good food is at. We show you 3 in the Bedok and Joo Chiat area you’ll want to look out for, with 5 BlueSG stations in the vicinity.
Ba Shu Sichuan Restaurant
It’s seafood overload here at Ba Shu Sichuan Restaurant, one of the newest addition on Eatigo. If you’re a fan of Chinese cuisine, be sure to add this spot to your list. From the usual stir-fry delights of Pork Ribs to Kung Pao Chicken, this spot is popular for its Ba Shu Style Grilled Fish, a perfect dish for sharing. Try out the Signature Fish fillet with Green Pepper if you’re in for a spicy and numbing good time.
Address: 219 Bedok Central, #01-222, Singapore 460219
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30am to 10pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 220 Bedok Central, Singapore 460220 (1 minute away)
The Communal Place
Along Joo Chiat Road is The Communal Place, a fusion between Asian and western cuisine that takes the best flavours of southeast Asia and mix it with a flavourful twist. Menu highlights include seafood cream pasta, miso salmon and cheese steak. There is a high emphasis on quality here, with fresh spices picked to use in homemade recipes.
Address: 465 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427677
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 11pm
Nearest BlueSG station: 139 Tembeling Road, Singapore 423648 (8 minute away)
Barcode Bistro
If you’re in the Joo Chiat neighbourhood looking for a place to just chill and relax with friends, Barcode Bistro is what you’re looking for. There is a wide range of light bites and drinks, from beers on tap to cocktails like the Barcode Snowball, the Barcode Screwdriver and the classic long island iced tea. There are also electronic darts machines here, where you can engage in friendly competitions with your peers.
Address: 451 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427664
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 3pm to 12am
Nearest BlueSG station: 139 Tembeling Road, Singapore 423648 (7 minute away)
