Makansutra Gluttons Bay — Restaurant in Singapore

Nice windy place with great atmosphere. Went for dinner there at 7.30pn on a Friday evening. By then, it was already fully packed but we managed to get a table. Surveyed the place and saw a Halal authentic Italian food stall all the way at the end, called Saporita. Was attracted to the chef mixing pasta and cream sauce on a huge block of parmesan cheese. There was a long queue and a sign that said "Waiting time 30 - 45 minutes. But couldn't resist the cheese wheel truffle pasta and I joined the queue with about 6 people ahead of me. While waiting, me and my 2 cousins decided to get some satay as appetiser. Ordered 10 mutton, 5 beef and 5 chicken satay which arrived in about 10 mins (despite satay seller also telling us it was a 30 min wait. Honestly, One of the best satays I've had in Singapore. Was juicy and moist, not dry at all. Satay sauce however I didn't quite enjoy as the peanuts were a bit to big and rough for my liking. But the marinade and sweet savoury smokey taste more than made up for it. Shortly after satay arrived, the buzzer beeped. Turns out the beef Tagliata (the first of 4 dishes) we ordered from Saporita is ready. Tender succulent beef cooked to medium perfection on a bed of aragula and balsamic vinegar was excellent. Juicy. Turns out Saporita knocks out the dish as it comes out the kitchen, instead of waiting for everything to be ready before sending out the full order one shot. Which is better imo anyway since each dish will be hot and fresh. Not 3 minutes later and the 12 inch margarita with pepperoni pizza was ready for collection. They put some kind of leaves on it before collection and although it tasted really nice, would have preferred if they had used basil instead. Pizza was very good also and had the floury dry crispy crust that you'd get from cooking a pizza in a wood-fired stone oven. 2 slices later and the lasagna was up. It turned out to be the best dish of the night. The texture, the taste. The layers of pasta strips in between were soft and chewy and not hard or dry or overcooked like 70% of lasagna in Singapore. The tomato was sweet, not acidic (roma tomatoes perhaps) and not too tangy or sour. A bit of the small side, but that's probably what made it really desirable. Last came the truffle cheese wheel pasta. Hate to say it, but I was a little disappointed with this last dish. The truffle cheese wheel pasta was like their signature dish, everybody that bought food from there ordered this. The ample parmesan flakes, the truffle pate, the generous slathering of the pasta in the cheese wheel set me up to have great expectations for this dish and therefore made the disappointment a bit more bitter. I can't put my finger on it. The pasta was undercooked (not aldente mind you. I like spring in my spaghetti and not soggy squishy overcooked as much as the next Italian food loving person) it was literally like chewing through cardboard. It was also very dry for some reason. The generous serving of cheese, which solves all problems, in this instance couldn't save it. Serving was just nice for 3 people for it to not be...

Makansutra Glutton's Bay: Singaporean Street Food with a Million-Dollar View

Makansutra Glutton's Bay is less a hidden gem and more of a glittering jewel box of Singaporean hawker culture, perfectly situated along the iconic Marina Bay waterfront. While our local friends candidly admitted that this open-air food haven might not offer the absolute cheapest or most "authentic" experience compared to some suburban hawker centers, its combination of delicious food and the spectacular location is truly unbeatable for a visitor.

We found Glutton's Bay incredibly convenient, enjoying an easy stroll from our hotel, the Intercontinental Singapore. Arriving in the early evening, we were able to see the sun set and the evening lights start to glow. We were drawn in by the vibrant atmosphere—the sizzle of woks and the hum of conversation set against the dramatic backdrop of the Marina Bay Sands skyline.

Following our friends' guidance, we assembled a tantalizing spread, complete with local favorites and global flavors: the Shrimp Paste Chicken provided a satisfyingly pungent crunch, while the delicious Chicken Tikka Masala highlighted the center's diverse offerings. We add fresh Chinese Broccoli Greens to balance some of the richness. The star of the show was undoubtedly the Chili Crab, rich with sweet, savory, and spicy sauce. We wasted no time dipping the accompanying milk bread rolls into that gravy, savoring each bite.

After the savory main courses, our hosts insisted we try dessert from The Sweet Spot. We sampled a few shaved ice dishes, including a massive bowl of durian ice kachang—a classic, though the polarizing durian fruit proved a bit too intense for our palates! We quickly recovered, however, with the refreshing Lychee Ice and the traditional Chendol. The Chendol, a delightful mix of shaved ice, sweetened coconut milk, red beans, and signature green jelly noodles, was our favorite and a wonderfully cool way to finish our meal.

What makes Glutton’s Bay truly special for a tourist is the whole experience. It offers a curated, high-quality sample of Singapore's famous street food in a single, accessible spot. After we were happily stuffed, the view provided the perfect incentive to walk off dinner, leading us naturally into a long, enjoyable stroll around the Marina Bay area and through the nearby mall. For visitors who want fantastic food, a lively atmosphere, and a world-class view without trekking far, Makansutra Glutton's Bay is a highly recommended stop for visitors looking for high-quality hawker fare combined with a memorable view and...

Our group of 5 including 3 overseas visitors were lucky & found a table easily at 8.30pm. The table was dirty & had sauce stains & some food remnants which we cleared. We noticed that many of the tables were stained and not cleaned thoroughly.

My overseas friends enjoyed the satay, squid & prawns from Syifa’ Satay. For locals, the satay is decent but not charred at all, & sauce lacks peanut & was more of a chilli oil dip.

The drinks stall had a long queue but the queue moved quickly. More worthwhile to get canned drinks as there was more ice than juice for the $4 cup of sugarcane juice. The cashier made a mistake with my order & accused me of giving the wrong order but i sucked it up because there was only 1 drink stall & it was a really warm & humid night.

The oyster omelette from Do Rae Mee was delicious: crispy omelette & fat juicy oysters. The Cha Kway Teow on the other hand is to be avoided.

We did not try anything else as it was a really warm night & we wanted to leave as soon as possible.

Prices at this open air food court is higher compared to other food courts but they get alot of business from tourists and some locals as well. Personally i will make a trip back here to eat the oyster omelette 😋 or when i have visitors from overseas again.

Cash preferred here as some stalls do not have e-payment facilities. Most of the stalls have friendly staff who will answer your questions patiently & assist with...