Basilico
TANGLIN, Singapore
Restaurant in Singapore, Singapore
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Basilico is a good Orchard-area choice when the meal needs hotel polish, flexible pacing, a wine-friendly setting rather than a tightly scripted tasting format. Its 2026 Star Wine List recognition is the main trust signal; cross-shop Yan Ting or Summer Palace if Cantonese cuisine is the clearer priority.
About Basilico
Basilico is a Singapore restaurant with verified daily lunch and dinner hours, a smart-casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition for 2026. Beyond those confirmed facts, this guide does not assert a specific cuisine, menu format, price point, address, chef, seating count, or service style.
Use Basilico as a candidate when you want a Singapore dining option with confirmed lunch and dinner service and a noted Star Wine List recognition. If you are comparing it with other restaurants, keep the decision focused on what is verified: timing, dress code, that citation. For another dining option, you might also look at Summer Palace, Yan Ting, Dolcetto, Seoul Restaurant, or Taiga Dining.
A Singapore choice with confirmed daily lunch and dinner hours
Basilico is open Monday to Friday from 12–3 PM and 6:30–10:30 PM. On Saturday and Sunday, hours are 12–3:30 PM and 6:30–10:30 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
Because specific menu, pricing, cuisine, seating details are not verified here, the safest way to evaluate Basilico is by occasion fit and schedule. It may suit diners who need a Singapore restaurant with both lunch and dinner availability, but guests should confirm current menus, prices, booking details directly before making plans. For broader research, cross-shop through our full Singapore restaurants guide before committing.
Use the Star Wine List recognition as a signal, not a complete dining brief
Basilico has Star Wine List recognition for 2026. That is a useful signal for diners who care about this recognition, but it should not be stretched into unverified claims about a specific beverage program, bottle selection, pairing format, or service style.
If cuisine specificity, price, or format is the deciding factor, compare Basilico with other Singapore dining options and confirm details directly. Summer Palace, Yan Ting, Dolcetto, Seoul Restaurant, Taiga Dining are relevant comparison points depending on the kind of meal you are planning.
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Basilico reads as a composed, wine-forward European room set inside a hotel on Cuscaden Road. It presents a classic, measured approach to dining—less about theatrical tasting menus and more about reliable, well-provisioned meals that pair cleanly with an established wine programme. The tone is relaxed and quietly charming, aimed at guests who value consistency and a thoughtful selection of wines over flash. Service and pacing favour an unhurried evening where the wine list and cheese room play leading roles, making the restaurant feel like a dependable European outpost in Orchard's hospitality corridor.
Best For
Basilico suits business and leisure travellers looking for a credible European dinner without the formality or booking lead times of destination tasting rooms. It works well for business dinners, date nights, family meals and celebratory gatherings where wine is central to the experience. Because it is hotel-anchored and positioned for accessibility and consistency, the restaurant is also a practical choice for guests staying nearby who want a substantial, wine-forward meal at a calm, unhurried pace.
Ordering Tips
Focus on the wine-led side of the menu and lean into the Cheese Room Selection as a shared starter to explore pairings. Signature mains such as Truffle Pizza, Wagyu Lasagna, Roasted Pork Belly and the Florentina Steak showcase the kitchen’s European leanings—order to share if you’re dining in a group. Given the venue’s emphasis on wine, ask the staff for pairing suggestions from the Star Wine-recognised programme to get the most from the meal.
Planning details
Location
1 Cuscaden Rd, Level 2, Singapore 249715 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if Basilico is not the right fit
For Cantonese, try Yan Ting if value matters or Summer Palace if the group is comfortable with a higher spend. For a smaller, more controlled meal format, Taiga Dining is the better alternative.
Restaurant context
How Basilico compares in Singapore
Choose Basilico when the occasion needs a polished, easier-going hotel restaurant rather than a tightly defined cuisine brief. Summer Palace is the clearer splurge if the table specifically wants $$$ Cantonese dining, while Yan Ting is the stronger value comparison for Cantonese at $$. Basilico is better for mixed groups where ambiance, comfort, wine matter as much as the food category.
Taiga Dining is the better fit for diners who want a more focused, format-led meal, especially if the group is small and comfortable with a more controlled experience. Basilico is the lower-friction choice for a business dinner, family celebration, or date where the room should not dominate the evening.
Dolcetto and Seoul Restaurant are worth checking when Basilico is not the right mood or availability does not line up, but the clearest decision split is this: pick Basilico for hotel polish and wine signal, Summer Palace for a higher-spend Cantonese meal, Yan Ting for Cantonese value, Taiga Dining for a more intimate dining format.
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| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basilico | Singapore | , | Star Wine Lists 2026 | , |
| Dolcetto | Singapore | No published awards | , | , |
| Summer Palace | Singapore | $$$ · Cantonese | SCMP 100 Top Tables 2026 - RestaurantsMichelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #2152025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #194World's Best Wine Lists 20242024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Highly Recommended | , |
| Seoul Restaurant | Singapore | No published awards | , | , |
| Taiga Dining | Singapore | No published awards | , | , |
| Yan Ting | Singapore | Cantonese | 2024 Michelin Plate | $$ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Basilico?
Specific dishes are not verified here. Check Basilico's current menu directly before visiting, use the confirmed Star Wine List recognition for 2026 as one planning signal.
Does Basilico handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not verified here. Check the venue's official channels before booking if anyone in your party has restrictions or allergies.
Is lunch or dinner better at Basilico?
Basilico serves lunch and dinner daily. Monday to Friday hours are 12–3 PM and 6:30–10:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday hours are 12–3:30 PM and 6:30–10:30 PM. Choose the time that best fits your schedule and confirm current availability before visiting.
Can Basilico accommodate groups?
Group capacity and seating details are not verified here. If you are planning for a larger party, contact Basilico directly and confirm availability, timing, any booking requirements.
What are alternatives to Basilico in Singapore?
For comparison, consider Yan Ting, Summer Palace, Dolcetto, Seoul Restaurant, Taiga Dining, depending on the style of meal you want. Confirm current menus, prices, availability directly with each restaurant.
