What a sensational year 2018 has been for Savour (SVR) BlackBookAsia, touring the world for the most sought after fine dining establishments to present you the very best restaurants with an amazing collective of 30 Michelin stars. In no order of preference, our top choices as follows.
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Les Amis, 2 Michelin Stars & 16th In Asia’s 50 Best, Singapore
Opened in 1994, Les Amis (Translates to “The Friends” from French) is the flagship store of the Les Amis Group. Brought to Singapore by a group of four friends who wanted to bring the fine dining aspects of French cuisine, Les Amis is now consistently deemed one of the best French restaurants in the region not only because of the immaculate food and beverage served but also the world class staff that makes dining a holistic experience at Le Amis. […]
L’Osier, 3 Michelin Stars, Tokyo
L’Osier sees wining and dining as an essential ingredient in joie de vivre — the art of living. The multi-award-winning restaurant including 3 Michelin stars is helmed by Chef Olivier Chaignon, who has created world class dishes to whet the appetite and spark conversation while staying true to French classics and traditions. The ever popular degustation menu showcases the freshest local produce from both land and sea coupled with innovative use of the highest quality seasonal ingredients available, imported from […]
Suhring, 2 Michelin Stars, 4th in Asia’s 50 Best, 45th in World’s 50 Best and Relais & Châteaux Bangkok
Feel at home with the one of the most-liked restaurant in Bangkok, the award winning Suhring, serving one of a kind gastronomic degustation best describe as refined German cuisine. Led by the famous twin chefs Thomas and Mathias, this valuable gem is hidden in the suburb of Bangkok surrounded by lush gardens. Alluring décor coupled with comfortable seating at various dining areas, guests are in for a distinctive dining experience unlike any other, especially when dining at the chef’s table for a more interactive and first-hand view […]
Shoukouwa, 2 Michelin Stars, Singapore
As Singapore’s only two Michelin Star sushi restaurant in the 2017 Singapore Michelin Guide, the eight-seater Shoukouwa promises an authentic, world-class Edomae sushi experience. Reservations are highly recommended at this extremely exclusive and private dining establishment. Excellence in simplicity is the hallmark of the Shoukouwa experience. Staying true to the Edomae tradition, it prides itself on serving only the best seasonal fare, with minimal cooking and manipulation. This means that all fish, seafood and produce are flown daily to Singapore […]
Cuisine[s] Michel Troisgros, 2 Michelin Stars, Tokyo
Cuisine[s] Michel Troisgros presents an elegant, convivial and inviting ambiance, offering a chic elevated dining area in the heart of Shinjuku. Impressing diners from renown celebrities to food gourmets around the world with the most tantalizing appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts by the innovative cuisine of France’s Michelin-3-stars-rated Chef Michel Troisgros, third-generation chef owner of the 3 Michelin-starred, Troisgros in France celebrating it’s 50th anniversary in 2018. Tailor-made furniture complements the modern, present day design of Mr. Takashi Sugimoto, president […]
Shisen Hanten, 2 Michelin Stars, Singapore
Located in Mandarin Orchard Singapore, Shisen Hanten by Chef Kentaro is a restaurant specialising in Szechuan cuisine. Described by Chef Kentaro as the “seven basic flavours”, Shisen Hanten utilises sour, pungent, hot, sweet, bitter, aromatic and salty as the base of his restaurant’s concept. The restaurant features posh décor with numerous chandeliers hanging elegantly from the ceiling. If the number of starters on the menu is abit overwhelming with the sheer variety and choices available, pick the Shisen Hanten Five […]
Zeniya, 2 Michelin Stars and Relais & Châteaux, Kanazawa
There are very few establishments regarded as highly as Zeniya, and far fewer chefs regarded as highly as Chef Shinichiro Takagi. Dining at Zeniya to many, is the definitive pinnacle of the Japanese cuisine, an insurmountable peak of indulgence and euphoria. Zeniya specialises in Kaiseki cuisine (haute cuisine) and each patron’s experience is tailored to create a unique interaction between chef, sous chef and guest that is completely unique. It’s no wonder that the world-renown restaurant has earned two coveted […]
Savelberg, 1 Michelin Star, Bangkok
1 Michelin star Restaurant Savelberg has been awarded the accomplished star for 2 years in a row since Michelin guide came to Bangkok. The gastronomic offering focuses on historic French dishes and is complemented by modern techniques created by the team led by Chef Henk Savelberg. Housed in upscale Oriental Residence, diners will easily fall in love with the sumptuous dishes served here. A crowd favorite for both locals and tourists. Are you looking for the best restaurant in Bangkok […]
Sushi Kimura, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
Sushi Kimura brings a whole new definition to Edo-mae-style sushi and sashimi to Singapore, using premium quality seafood, seasonal produce and ingredients freshly imported from markets across Japan on a frequent basis. The contemporary design inspired by Japanese aesthetics provides guests with choice of dining at the open sushi counter or feasting within a private room. This restaurant also boast a sushi counter made from a hundred and fifty year old Japanese cypress tree, the same wood is crafted to chop […]
Abysse, 1 Michelin Star, Tokyo
Located away from the busy streets and the hustle and bustle of the Tokyo metropolitan area, Abysse Tokyo is a intimate 20-seater, one-Michelin starred restaurant serving French seafood dishes using the best local Japanese seafood. With practically no meats dish, Chef owner Kotaro Meguro who previously had a stellar career at many Michelin starred restaurants, hopes to serve food that captures the rich flavours of the sea while being in a space as tranquil and serene as the depths of […]
Upstairs at Mikkeller, 1 Michelin Star, Bangkok
This exquisite one Michelin star restaurant Upstairs at Mikkeller is quite literally a hidden gem. Nestled in a calm residential area, away from Bangkok’s exciting frenzy, lights, colours and smells, the aim is to relax and clear your head for the culinary journey ahead. The Chef, Korean American Dan Bark, offers a progressive seasonal menu composed of 10 courses complemented with beer pairings as an optional. An innovative idea in the fine dining world, but fret not, you are in […]
Rhubarb Le Restaurant, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
Located on the charming Duxton Hill, Rhubarb Le Restaurant offers comfort and elegance whilst retaining all the best characteristics of this conservation shophouse. In the lower floor dining room with just seven tables, diners can catch a glimpse of the chefs in the open concept kitchen. The classy and elegant atmosphere makes this restaurant the perfect place for any occasion, from business lunches to romantic dinners. Put all the above together with amazing food and beverages coupled with exemplary service and you get yourself a establishment deserving it’s One Michelin Star. […]
Chez Olivier, 1 Michelin Star, Tokyo
Opened in 2009 by chef and owner Olivier Oddos, Chez Olivier Tokyo brings French cuisine with a Japanese twist to guests looking for a comfortable atmosphere to dine on dishes that are elegantly plated with focus on flavours, textures and authenticity. Other than the classic French ingredients, Chef Olivier also uses organic vegetables from small growers in Japan and utilises Japanese mainstays such as yuzu in his dishes paying close attention to the quality of produce. As they say “you […]
Braci, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
Braci perched on a modern 5 storey conservation house, facing the idyllic Singapore riverfront in popular Boat Quay. This 1 Michelin star restaurant is known for giving each and every diner an epic foodie journey in their dining experience. The roof top bar is a snazzy venue to have a pre-cocktail drink before your meal with experience bartenders creating personalized cocktails for you base on your preferences and moods or simply choose from a selection of classic concoctions such as […]
Canvas, 1 Michelin Star, Bangkok
Canvas gathers food lovers from all over. This gastronomic establishment stimulates your body and senses with excellent local produce, bespoke selection of premium ingredients, ever changing seasonal items and much more that will please even the most discerning of gourmets. Try delicacies from various parts of Thailand such as wagyu from Buriram and wild boar from Chon Buri on Canvas 9 course tasting menu. Here, the exoticism of the Eastern cuisine meets with the sophistication of Western techniques, creating a […]
Saint Pierre, 1 Michelin Star and Relais & Châteaux, Singapore
For diners with an appreciation for fine dining and gastronomic concepts, Chef Emmanuel Stroobant’s indelible footprint in Singapore’s culinary scene, sets him apart from many celebrity restaurants that have recently arrived our shores. Famed for his savour faire of marrying contemporary French cuisine with Asian-inspired elements, his attention to setting new benchmarks, earned him a 1 Michelin star in the second edition of Michelin Guide Singapore 2017. Being the only Singapore member of the world-renown Relais & Chateaux, this association […]
Le Du, 1 Michelin Star and 14th in Asia’s 50 Best, Bangkok
Hidden gem behind discrete walls and a small garden patio, Le Du is an intimate fine dining restaurant serving an array of modern Thai cuisine situated minutes away from Chong Nonsi BTS station. Combining modern cooking methods and the finest quality local ingredients, Le Du has brought modern Thai cuisine to a whole new level of deliciousness. 4 years into the business, Le Du is owned by restaurant manager Tao and head chef Ton both still full of passion till this very day about passing […]
Labyrinth, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
Labyrinth is located at the heart of downtown district Esplanade, offering an integrated dining experience in its mysterious fusion of menu summing up the array of Singapore culture in one dish. Being listed in 2017’s Michelin Guide, Labyrinth restaurant focuses on creating dishes that arouses your five basic taste sensations: sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a stretch of bar serving those who are waiting to be seated or for the ones who […]
J’aime by Jean-Michel Lorain, 1 Michelin Star, Bangkok
Perch within the luxury hotel premise of U Sathorn Bangkok is the much talked about J’aime with definitive creations and recipes of Michelin Starred Chef Jean-Michel Lorain harmonizing well with the innovation and skillful expertise of Executive Chef Amerigo Sesti. The atmosphere of the restaurant is sophisticated with elegant interiors and art deco furnishings as evident with the gorgeous piano hanging from the ceiling upside down as the dining hall’s centerpiece. Besides the a la carte menu, there are also options of five, seven or nine […]
Alma by Juan Amador, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
Residing in Goodwood Park Hotel idles a one Michelin starred powerhouse Alma by Juan Amador. The three Michelin starred chef Juan Amador opened Alma back in June 2015. Currently helmed by Executive Chef Haikal Johari, Alma offers a 3 course lunch menu, and a 6 to 8 course degustation dinner menu at different price points. Your meal begins on a fantastic note with home made potato bread with crushed coffee beans that is lush and dense, topped with roasted oatmeal […]
Paste Restaurant, 1 Michelin Star and 31st in Asia’s 50 Best, Bangkok
Centrally located in Gaysorn Plaza, Paste Restaurant is a fine dining restaurant specialising in modern Thai cuisine, an improvisation of classic and traditional Thai delicacies with a masterful modern twist. Led by Chef Bee, Paste takes inspiration from old cookbooks and royal Thai recipes emphasing on fresh high-quality ingredients promising tantalising dining experience for one and all. The ambiance has an air of sophistication with warm elegant lighting from gorgeous chandeliers, extravagant high ceilings and window panels surrounded with decadent art pieces. The 3-year […]