The Best Food and Restaurants Near Singapore Flyer Complete Visitor guide starts right under the observation wheel itself: you can eat in the air with Sky Dining, beside Marina Bay with Cantonese classics, or in the nostalgic Singapore Food Trail-style hawker setting, then continue to top hotel restaurants within a 5–10 minute walk.
As a local writer who has eaten around the Singapore Flyer for years, this Homejourney guide focuses on places that are easy to reach on foot, safe and comfortable for visitors, and verified via official and reputable sources so you can plan with confidence.
How this food guide fits into your Singapore Flyer visit
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Use this page specifically to decide where to eat before or after your Flyer ride, then refer back to the pillar guides for ticket options, queue tips, and complete itinerary planning.
Essential info: Singapore Flyer & Marina Bay food zone
Address: Singapore Flyer, 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803[8].
Getting there by MRT:
- Promenade MRT (Circle Line / Downtown Line), Exit A. Walk about 8–10 minutes via sheltered walkways to Singapore Flyer and Marina Bay area.
- From City Hall MRT, walk through Raffles City and Esplanade (~15–18 minutes) if you prefer a mall route.
Opening hours (Flyer): Typically around late morning to 10pm, with last admission roughly 30 minutes before closing (check exact current hours in our tickets guide Homejourney: Guide to Singapore Flyer Complete Visitor Tickets, Prices and Openi... and the official website for changes).
Flyer tickets & Sky Dining: Standard Singapore Flyer tickets and premium Sky Dining packages (2–4 course meals served in a private capsule) can be combined so you handle both views and dinner in one booking[4]. Prices vary by package and season—always verify via the official Singapore Flyer site and our ticket guide for the latest details.
Best time to eat around the Flyer:
- 5.30pm–7.30pm: Great for sunset and golden-hour Marina Bay views.
- 8pm–9.30pm: For night skyline and light reflections on the bay, especially if you time it with Marina Bay Sands light shows on selected evenings.
How long to set aside: Plan 1.5–2.5 hours for a proper meal plus your 30-minute Flyer ride—longer if you are doing Sky Dining.
1. Eat in the sky: 165 Sky Dining by Singapore Flyer
If you want the most unique experience near the observation wheel, 165 Sky Dining by Singapore Flyer lets you have a full dinner while your capsule completes its rotations over Marina Bay[4].
Location: Within Singapore Flyer, 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803[4].
Experience: You board a dedicated capsule, are seated at a candle-lit table, and enjoy a set-course meal while the capsule makes slow rotations above the bay. Expect international-style menus rather than heavy local hawker dishes[4].
Indicative price: Sky Dining is a premium experience—typically around S$180–S$300+ per person depending on menu, wine pairing, and promotional periods (check official site for current pricing and seasonal menus). It includes the Flyer ride itself plus dinner, so you do not buy separate standard Flyer tickets.
Best for:
- Romantic dates with Marina Bay views
- Business entertaining when you want a memorable, time-efficient experience
- Special occasions (proposals, anniversaries, milestone birthdays)
Insider tip (local perspective): Book the slot that crosses both sunset and night if available—your first rotation catches the evening glow, and by the second, the skyline is fully lit. Also arrive at least 20–30 minutes early to clear check-in calmly.
2. Sky View Pavilion: Cantonese with Marina Bay views
At the base of the Flyer, Sky View Pavilion serves refined Cantonese cuisine in a dining room fronted by full-length glass windows, so you can enjoy dim sum and seafood while looking out towards Marina Bay[8].
Location: Singapore Flyer complex, 30 Raffles Avenue[8]. Walking time from the wheel: 1–3 minutes.
What to eat:
- Cantonese dim sum (great for small groups and families)
- Roast meats and seafood dishes for shared dinners
- Set menus for business lunches and pre-booked groups
Price range: Expect around S$25–40 per person for lunch and S$40–70+ per person for a fuller dinner with seafood, depending on what you order.
Why locals like it: Compared with some hotel restaurants, Sky View Pavilion gives you a clear bay view while staying literally steps from the Flyer, which is convenient if you have children or elderly family members.
Insider tip: For families, a late morning dim sum session followed by an early afternoon Flyer ride avoids the heaviest crowds and the evening heat. Request a window table when booking if views are a priority.
3. Singapore Food Trail–style hawker eats (casual & budget-friendly)
Right under the Flyer there has traditionally been a retro-themed hawker cluster recreating old-school Singapore street food, featuring staples like satay, Hainanese chicken rice and bak kut teh[7]. Some stalls and brand names may change over time, but the concept of a casual, open-air hawker-style zone next to the observation wheel remains a go-to choice for families and budget-conscious visitors.
Typical dishes you can find:
- Grilled seafood and stingray, satay skewers and local BBQ favourites[7]
- Bak kut teh (peppery pork rib soup), fishball noodles and wonton mee[7]
- Hainanese chicken rice and other rice plate dishes[7]
Indicative pricing: Around S$6–10 for a main dish, S$1.50–3 for drinks and desserts. A family of four can comfortably eat for S$40–60 depending on drink orders.
Best for:
- Travellers who want to try multiple local dishes in one place
- Groups with mixed tastes—everyone can order from different stalls
- Evening bites before or after a night-time Flyer ride
Insider tip: Go slightly off-peak (e.g. 4–6pm or 8.30–9.30pm) for more comfortable seating and shorter queues. When in doubt, follow the local rule: the stall with the longest queue is usually the safest bet for taste and freshness.
4. Top hotel restaurants within a 10-minute walk
If you are willing to walk 8–12 minutes from the Singapore Flyer, Marina Bay is packed with high-end hotel restaurants that regularly appear on lists of the best restaurants near Singapore Flyer[3][5][6]. These are excellent if you are staying nearby or hosting clients.
Colony – The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
Located in The Ritz-Carlton (about 8–10 minutes’ walk via sheltered linkways), Colony offers a well-known buffet with local, Asian and Western stations and is a favourite for both visitors and locals for its variety and quality[5].
Summer Pavilion – The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
Also in The Ritz-Carlton, Summer Pavilion is a Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant ideal for business dining, refined dim sum, and special family celebrations[5].
Other notable options nearby (check platforms like OpenTable and Quandoo for the latest line-up):
