Finding a reliably quiet spot for a proper business lunch or a family celebration in the Marina Square area can be surprisingly tricky. You either end up shouting over the noise of a crowded food court or paying a premium for a place that prioritizes trendiness over execution.
Finding a dim sum spot on Orchard Road that works for a diverse group without breaking the bank is usually a massive headache. You either end up at an overpriced hotel restaurant or fighting for a cramped table at a food court.
I started noticing the shift a few years ago during a casual lunch at a dim sum restaurant near Somerset. The queue outside was long, but what stood out more was the mix of diners waiting together.
The dining room is a familiar symphony of clattering porcelain, scraping wooden chairs, and lively conversation.
A loud, bustling dining room is the hallmark of a good dim sum restaurant.
Walking into Summer Pavilion at Level 3 of The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore, located at 7 Raffles Avenue, feels like stepping into a modern Chinese garden.
You arrive at a dim sum restaurant at 1:00 PM on a weekend, ready to eat. You scan the menu and select your favorite baked BBQ pork pastries and fresh shrimp rice rolls, only to have the server tell you they are sold out.
I’ve driven past the winding queues at Swee Choon Tim Sum Restaurant on Jalan Besar