Private Dining Singapore: 10 Experiences Way Better Than Restaurants

Hidden gems don’t usually stay hidden for very long. For good reason, of course. The Proud Potato Peeler’s home may be a well-kept secret now for private dining enthusiasts. But perhaps for not much longer. Before getting those fairy tale vibes at his enchanting place, you first must make your way to a random tyre shop. Locate the vending machine before climbing a few flights of stairs. Once you find the entrance to his home, and this charming Greek-Turkish chef will greet you before he goes right into the zone of whipping up hearty Mediterranean dishes inspired by his grandmothers.

Peranakan food is perfect for sharing. There’s no such thing as one person having their own plate. To enjoy the richness and diversity of this mouth-watering cuisine, you must share multiple dishes with others. And is there any better sharing food than seafood? One of the best private dining places to feast on authentic Peranakan fare is at The Seafood Shack. Don’t be shy to get your fingers dirty. It’s the best way to chow down on the delicious seafood here, like the succulent crab gulai, a curried crab with sweet and tender chunks of juicy flesh.

Private dining is usually food-heavy. Omakase dinners are also all the rage with private dining chefs (omakase is a traditional Japanese style of dining where the chef prepares a meal based on produce and seasonality). Try out the cocktail version of omakase at Section D, a hyper-local home bar run by a self-taught journalist and his wife, the chief storyteller of the bar. Here, you can browse their fascinating spirits collection while learning how they make infusions, syrups, garnishes, and liqueurs using refined bar techniques.

Thai food needs no introduction to the world. But one chef in Sengkang is looking to repurpose the flavours of one of the world’s most popular cuisines in his image. Enter Chef Dom, a former hairstylist. He now uses his skilled fingers in another way, by dishing out a hearty and exhilarating medley of Thai and Peranakan food. Head to his humble abode to sample puffed rice crackers with pork dip, Thai-inspired sliders, and the star of the show – a massive Thai-influenced seafood paella.

Tucked away in the peaceful neighbourhood of Seletar Hills, KeeHive is a place with a lot of heart. Artificial bees and grass may furnish the outdoor courtyard, but this is one place that feels anything but fake. Chef Bernard, the brainchild of the space, is a self-taught private chef inspired by his travels in Southeast Asia. And his spacious home is where you can enjoy familiar flavours with elegant twists. Say hi to his adorable kids and his friendly family that goes the extra mile to make you feel welcome.