Life’s too short to worry about calories so keep calm and carry on eating! If you’re in Singapore, head down to Quayside Isle on Sentosa island for some drool-worthy nosh. Owned and managed by City Developments Limited, this waterfront hub boasts a myriad of both casual and premium dining options for every occasion.

Be it dinner with friends, a family day out or date night, here are ten dishes that are worth making the trip to Sentosa.

1. Chilli Pomelo Crab (S$9 per 100g)

A meaty Sri Lankan crab cooked in a fragrant and fiery concoction of chopped herbs and chilli, then topped with pomelo pulp for a refreshingly bittersweet, tangy punch.

Available at Blue Lotus - Chinese Eating House.

2. Watermelon Fried Rice (S$14.80 for one pax; S$25.80 for two pax)

Juicy watermelon cubes are wok-fried with rice and eggs and topped with seafood, chicken floss, cashew nuts and beancurd strips and served up in a watermelon rind. It might be hard to wrap your head around the unusual combination, but the mix of sweet fruit and savoury rice makes for a surprisingly yummy bite.

Available at Gin Khao Bistro.

3. Full Cove Plate (S$22)

With all-day breakfast all the rage now, kickstart your day right no matter what time you finally get out of bed with the Full Cove Plate ($22), a hearty breakfast with toast, eggs done your way, thyme-roasted seasonal vegetables, sautéed mushrooms, grilled bacon, Boston baked beans, grilled sausage, the homemade jam of the day and a knob of butter.

Available at Greater Lot by Cedele.

4. Cold Seafood Platter (S$99)

A medley of half a steamed Boston lobster, yellowfin tuna with Japanese furikake seasoning, freshly shucked oysters, New Zealand green-lipped mussels and littleneck clams, tiger prawns, and in-house applewood-smoked salmon. Perfect for date night or sharing with pals.

Available at Greenwood Fish Market.

5. Joe’s Club Sandwich (S$9.90)

Instead of the usual chicken, lettuce and bacon, this club sandwich has chicken slices, tomato, avocado and pesto between thin toasted flatbread slices.

Available at Joe & the Juice.

6. Mousaka (S$27)

A robust casserole with layers of tender eggplant and braised beef topped with creamy béchamel sauce baked in the oven until it is golden-brown, this traditional Greek dish will warm your tummy and your soul.

Available at Mykonos On The Bay.

7. Prime Striploin (S$32 for 300g)

This Prime Striploin from 200-day grain-fed cattle is served with a choice of sauce (green peppercorn, bearnaise, chimichurri, red wine jus or truffled mushroom) and two sides (a choice of baked jacket potato, garlic mashed potato, broccolini, sautéed brussel sprouts, truffle fries, rocket salad, green asparagus or grilled vegetables).

Available at Rock Bar - Burger & Steakhouse.

8. Paella de Pescado (S$29 for a small portion, $49 for a large portion)

Flame-kissed on the grill-oven, this signature saffron-tinted rice is served with fresh squid, sea bass, mussels, clams and shrimp.

Available at Sabio By The Sea, Tapas Bar & Grill.

9. Pizza Crudo e Rucola (S$25)

With a Neapolitan-style crust that has a puffy, crunchy outer rim and a tender, chewy middle, this pizza is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parma ham and a fresh rocket salad.

Available at SolePomodoro Trattoria Pizzeria.

10. Chicken Fajitas (S$26)

Tuck into warm wheat flour tortillas filled with chicken chunks, mixed bell peppers and onions in a house-special marinade served on a hot plate, with a side of guacamole, red salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream.

Available at Two Chefs Bar. 

Find out more at www.quaysideisle.com or check out their Instagram page: www.instagram.com/quaysideisle_sg/.

Adapted from 8 Days’ article “10 Signature Dishes Worth Eating At Quayside Isle, Sentosa Cove”.

* Information correct at time of print.