If you have a penchant for Japanese fare, head to Bincho and delight in hearty yakitori. Curated by executive chef Asai Masahi, the menu boasts a range of chicken skewers and small plates. Its skewers are skilfully prepared over binchotan charcoal, resulting in aromatic and smoky flavours. Standouts include juicy tsukune with egg yolk; crispy chicken skin skewers; and tender Miyazaki-style grilled chicken thigh. Other meat dishes are also available, including the Australian Wagyu beef beautifully grilled until fragrant. It's served on a bed of fluffy Japanese rice, and topped with truffle miso and onsen egg. Book here.

Bincho at Hua Bee, 78 Moh Guan Terrace, 01-19, S(162078)

You can’t visit the neighbourhood without taking a trip to Tiong Bahru Bakery. Naturally, its signature French creations are not to be missed—go for a classic buttery croissant, or a sweet and flaky kouign amann (sweet Breton cake). Savouries are available too, like the smoked salmon squid ink roll that sees smoked salmon and rocket sandwiched between a black squid-ink bun; and roast beef croissant. The latter comes complete with tenderly sliced beef, aromatic sauteed onions and juicy roasted tomatoes.

Tiong Bahru Bakery (multiple locations), 56 Eng Hoon Street, 01-70, S(160056), +65 6220 3430

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Savour a selection of authentic Mediterranean fare at this Greek restaurant and taverna. Head down and get started with the melitzanosalata agioritiki, a smoky eggplant spread garnished with garlic, red peppers and Bakalaki extra virgin olive oil. Once your palate has been whet, indulge in mains, such as the moussaka, a traditional baked casserole of minced beef, eggplant and potato; gorgeously grilled octopus drizzled in Bakalaki extra virgin olive oil; and pastitsio, Greek style pasta baked with succulent ground beef ragout and bechamel sauce. Save room for dessert and end the meal with loukoumades, traditional Greek donuts topped with honey, cinnamon and chocolate sauce. Book here.

Bakalaki Greek Taverna, 38A Martin Road, S(239072), +65 6836 3688

After a day of exploring, there is nothing better than relaxing with a pint or two, and Canjob Taproom offers just that. Here, imbibe on a selection of local and international brews, cocktails, and gin. While its menu rotates on a regular basis, anticipate refreshing pints such as the Cold Fog Pineapple Hazy IPA, a tropical pint filled with flavours of pineapple, coconut and passionfruit. But, if you have a palate for stouts, the Nutz About Stout offers aromatic notes of dark chocolate and roasted vanilla espresso. While you’re here, don’t forget to try the taproom’s specialty spicy bratwurst hotdog, complete with a drizzle of mustard and ketchup. 

Canjob Taproom, 50 Tiong Bahru Road, 01-03, Link Hotel, S(168733), +65 9385 3497

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