Odette is chef Julien Royer’s modern French restaurant inside the National Gallery Singapore, and it holds three stars in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Singapore. Named after Royer’s grandmother, it draws diners who want seasonal French technique, Asian produce, and a sense of occasion in the city’s Civic District.
The dining room occupies part of the gallery’s former Supreme Court building. Its soft blush and grey palette and suspended aerial artwork by Singaporean artist Dawn Ng make the space feel calm. Royer cooks a set tasting menu that changes with the seasons. Regulars watch for his signatures, including the rosemary-smoked organic egg, a heirloom beetroot dish built around salt-baked beets, and refined preparations of pigeon or Kagoshima beef. Plates arrive with gallery-worthy precision. Service is warm and attentive, and the staff often explain the provenance of each ingredient at the table. Odette was twice named No. 1 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, in 2019 and 2020.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Book through the official website as early as possible. Weekend dinners and holiday dates fill quickly. Lunch offers a shorter menu and natural light over the Padang. Mention birthdays or anniversaries when reserving, and flag dietary needs in advance. Smart attire suits the room. City Hall MRT station is a short walk away. Arrive early to explore the gallery’s Southeast Asian collections, or stroll afterward to the Esplanade and Marina Bay waterfront.
