You’ve heard of dining under the sea, in the dark, and all sorts of one-of-a-kind restaurant experiences in Singapore. But here’s one that probably hasn’t crossed your mind: a restaurant in a cave. And before you ask, no, Singapore isn’t home to any real caves. But what we do have is a new restaurant modelled after Sarawak’s famous Mulu cave system – one of the largest and most intricate in Southeast Asia.
Fittingly named Cavern Restaurant, this new dining venue at Rainforest Wild Asia draws close references to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, with crystalline lights similar to the droplets you’d find in the Mulu Caves, and textured walls that replicate its limestone surfaces.
The 158-seater is set to open on March 12, 2025, and will be part of a larger 220-metre zone in Rainforest Wild Asia called The Cavern. Developed in collaboration with the Sarawak Forestry Corporation, the area will also feature wildlife like racer snakes and giant black scorpions.
Tunglok Group, which will be managing the restaurant, is known for its successful Chinese cuisine concepts, but at Cavern Restaurant, Western flavours will be taking centre stage. Head Chef Sheng Lim brings over a decade of experience at renowned establishments like Jaan, Cure, and CÉ LA VI, so look forward to dishes from all over the world. Highlights include grilled octopus with chimichurri, beef tenderloin skewers with Padron peppers, and juicy beef burgers.
The restaurant will also feature a bar counter with 10 seats where you can order spirits, cocktails, and coffee.
Cavern Restaurant is located near the entrance of Rainforest Wild Asia, and is just one of the many other highlights to expect at this new attraction by Mandai Wildlife Reserve. A visit to the new wildlife park was also recently named among one of the best new things to do in the world in 2025. For those who only wish to visit the restaurant, the good news is that it’s open to the public, so you don’t have to be a ticket holder to dine here.
More information on Cavern Restaurant such as its full menu and opening hours have yet to be released, so watch this space for updates.
Cavern Restaurant is located at 02-32, Rainforest Wild Asia, 20 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729825.
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