French restaurant Odette has reopened at the National Gallery Singapore, unveiling a new chapter that both honors its first decade and embraces the future. Still rooted in modern French cuisine, the restaurant now leans towards a lighter, more layered expression shaped by the Asian influences that have formed Chef-Owner Julien Royer’s culinary journey.
The refreshed menu revisits Odette’s signatures through a more contemporary lens. Standouts include the Hokkaido Botan Ebi with yuzu-kosho, dashi jelly, and caviar, alongside Crab Contrast, where a Norwegian king crab is served two ways — including a subtle nod to the Singaporean chili crab.
Beloved classics also remain, like the Kampot Pepper Crusted Pigeon, prepared with peppercorns sourced from Kampot Jewels in Cambodia, and the Jeju Abalone and Foie Gras Duo, served in a yuzu-inflected pork broth.
Desserts by Pastry Chef Louisa Lim continue the narrative, from the bright and citrus-forward LOULOU Lemon to a refined Hazelnut Délice inspired by the traditional Mont Blanc with Piedmont hazelnuts at the reins. Complementing the food is an expanded beverage menu developed by Beverage Specialist Haikel Bin Abdullah, offering seasonal, alcohol-free pairings designed with the same care as its wine pairings.
The Oolong was designed to pair with the Hokkaido Botan Ebi, making for a lighter, more elegant pair that is still nuanced in complexity. For the main course, a beautiful ruby-hued Beetroot is intricately prepared with thinly sliced beetroot, which is roasted, cooled, and blended with koji, and later infused with thyme and pink peppercorn for two days.
To complement the warmth of the Jeju Abalone & Foie Gras Duo, the Lapsang has a beautifully rendered Chinese black tea with kombucha, imbued with ginger and lemongrass for a spicy, yet refreshing taste.
The reopening also reveals an updated interior by longtime collaborators Sacha Leong and Dawn Ng, introducing warmer tones, tactile materials, and a more intimate ambiance that honors the building’s historic character.
“This new season of Odette is about deepening what we’ve always believed in—respect for produce, provenance, and the people who bring it to life,” shared Chef Julien. “Today, we’re not starting over;we’re building on those foundations to create an experience that feels more intimate, more thoughtful, and more connected than ever before. Above all, every choice is anchored by the restaurant’s core mission of creating meaningful human connections and making guests feel cared for.”
Odette’s new season signals a new and confident step forward — one that stays true to its roots while embracing a more thoughtful and expressive future.
The restaurant offers a five-course “Terre & Mer” menu at S$368++ (lunch only), and a seven-course “Epicure” menu at S$498++. A five-course (lunch only) and a six-course vegetarian menu, “Nature & Découverte,” is also available at S$298++ and S$348++ respectively.
Reservations are available here. For more information and updates, visit the Odette Restaurant website here and follow their Facebook and Instagram pages.
Location: 1 St. Andrew’s Road #01-04, Singapore 178957
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, Lunch is from 12 PM to 1:15 PM; Monday to Saturday, Dinner is from 6:30 PM to 8:15 PM; Closed on Sundays
