Restaurant in Singapore, Singapore

Buko Nero

Name: Buko Nero
Address: 126 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088534, Singapore, SG
Telephone: +65 6324 6225
Price range: $$

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About Buko Nero

Buko Nero is a smart mid-priced Italian pick in Tanjong Pagar for date nights, restrained celebrations, business dinners where conversation matters. The Michelin Plate recognition adds credibility, but the main reason to book is practical: Italian cooking in a more intimate lane than Singapore's bigger, pricier Italian rooms.

For a meal in Singapore, Buko Nero is a verified Italian option with a $$ price point and Michelin Plate recognition in 2024. The strongest grounded reason to consider it is direct: it offers Italian dining in a mid-priced bracket, so the decision is less about unverified details and more about whether Buko Nero suits the occasion you are planning.

The fit is clearest for diners who want Italian food in Singapore without committing to a higher-spend meal. It may work for plans where Italian cuisine, $$ pricing, smart casual dress are the main requirements. If you are comparing Italian restaurants in Singapore, Buko Nero sits alongside names such as Fiamma, Solo, Sospiri, Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar, Torno Subito as options to weigh for different occasions.

An Italian choice where the verified basics are clear

Buko Nero is best assessed on the confirmed details: Italian cuisine, $$ pricing, smart casual dress, Michelin Plate recognition in 2024. Its published hours are dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday from 6–11 PM; lunch and dinner on Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 12–2:30 PM and 6–11 PM; and closure on Monday and Sunday.

Because specific menu details are not verified here, order with the cuisine rather than chasing a named signature. Build the meal around Italian dishes that appeal to your table, check the restaurant's current channels for the latest menu and reservation details. The practical read: this is a better booking for diners who want a mid-priced Italian meal in Singapore than for anyone choosing based on an unverified signature dish or service format.

Who should book it, who should choose elsewhere

Book this if you want Italian cuisine in Singapore at a $$ price point, especially on a day when the listed hours match your plans. The smart casual dress code makes it suitable for a polished but not overly formal meal, the Michelin Plate 2024 recognition gives it a clear point of reference.

Choose elsewhere if you need a different setting, price level, or style of Italian dining. Fiamma, Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar, Solo, Sospiri, Torno Subito are natural names to compare when deciding which Italian restaurant best fits the occasion. Without verified details on Buko Nero's seating, menu format, or group capacity, it is safest to confirm practical needs directly before booking.

For planning beyond this table, use our full Singapore restaurants guide. If the evening needs a hotel or bar around dinner, also see separate Singapore guides for hotels and bars.

Quick reference: choose it for a $$ Italian meal in Singapore, with lunch available Thursday to Saturday and dinner available Tuesday to Saturday.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I order at Buko Nero?

Buko Nero is verified as an Italian restaurant, but specific dishes are not confirmed here. Choose based on the current menu and ask the restaurant for guidance if you are deciding across courses. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.

How far ahead should I book Buko Nero?

Booking ahead is sensible, especially for dinner or if you need a specific time. The verified hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 6–11 PM; Thursday to Saturday 12–2:30 PM and 6–11 PM; and closed Monday and Sunday. Confirm availability directly with the restaurant before making plans.

What should I wear to Buko Nero?

Buko Nero's verified dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished casual outfit is the safest choice for lunch or dinner.

Is Buko Nero worth the price?

It can be, if you want Italian cuisine in Singapore at a $$ price point with Michelin Plate 2024 recognition. It is best judged against your occasion, budget, preferred dining style rather than against unverified details such as a particular menu format or room setup.

Is lunch or dinner better at Buko Nero?

That depends on your schedule. Lunch is listed Thursday to Saturday from 12–2:30 PM, while dinner is listed Tuesday to Saturday from 6–11 PM. Buko Nero is closed Monday and Sunday.

What are alternatives to Buko Nero in Singapore?

Solo and Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar are names to compare if you want another Italian option in Singapore. Fiamma, Torno Subito, Sospiri are also worth weighing when deciding which Italian restaurant best fits your plans. Buko Nero's confirmed profile is Italian cuisine, $$ pricing, smart casual dress, Michelin Plate 2024 recognition.

Is Buko Nero good for a special occasion?

It may suit a special occasion if you want Italian cuisine in Singapore at a $$ price point. The Michelin Plate 2024 recognition adds credibility, the smart casual dress code keeps the planning straightforward. For practical details such as group size, seating, or specific menu options, confirm directly with the restaurant.

Location

126 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088534

Singapore, Singapore

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Buko Nero Singapore and similar venues

Venue	Location	Cuisine	Awards	Price
Buko Nero	Singapore	Italian	Michelin Plate (2024)	$$
Solo	Singapore	Italian	,	$$
Fiamma	Singapore	Italian	,	$$$
Sospiri	Singapore	Italian	,	$$
Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar	Singapore	Italian	,	$$
Torno Subito	Singapore	Italian	,	$$

How Buko Nero Singapore compares with similar nearby venues.

Where to book if this is not the right fit

Try Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar for a classic Italian alternative at a similar price level, especially if the group needs a more conventional restaurant setup. Choose Fiamma instead if the occasion calls for a higher-budget Italian room.

For a livelier Italian dinner without moving into the higher price tier, Torno Subito is the more useful backup.

How Buko Nero compares with Singapore Italian peers

Buko Nero is the mid-priced, intimate choice in this set. Fiamma is the better pick if the night calls for a bigger splurge and a more expansive setting, but it moves into a higher price tier. For value, Buko Nero competes more directly with Solo, Sospiri, Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar, and Torno Subito.

Choose Buko Nero when the occasion needs a composed, conversation-friendly Italian dinner rather than a large-format room. Choose Fiamma when ambiance and a higher spend are part of the point. Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar is the safer classic-Italian alternative at a similar price level, while Torno Subito is better for diners who want a brighter, less restrained mood.

For booking ease, Buko Nero is a sensible first attempt before moving to the flashier peers. If availability is tight or the group is larger, Garibaldi Italian Restaurant & Bar and Torno Subito are the more practical cross-shops from this set.