Hosting one of the hotel’s great traditions – a truly unique and refined Afternoon Tea with a distinct sense of heritage, The Grand Lobby now invites guests to rediscover the iconic space with newly introduced experiences. Each unique experience is enhanced with grandeur of the destination, with natural light streaming in from the skylight to floor-to ceiling Victorian pillars, promising a truly refined and elegant setting for a light repast with loved ones.
Two new gastronomic highlights await at The Grand Lobby, offering a refreshed spread of themed indulgences, all while retaining the well-loved elements that makes the iconic Afternoon Tea experience so special. Additionally, guests can begin their day at the iconic location with à la carte classic breakfast dishes, presented with a range of home-made bread and pastries, selection of eggs and refreshing beverages.
The New York Afternoon Tea
Alongside the Classic Afternoon Tea (S$78++ per guest), The Grand Lobby presents The New York Afternoon Tea (S$78++ per guest), giving guests the opportunity to journey to America with a specially curated delectable array of savouries, home-baked scones and sweet treats served on a three-tier silver stand. The Big Apple-inspired menu includes Reuben sandwiches, lobster rolls and decadent cheesecake by Executive Pastry Chef Tai Chien Lin. To complete the experience, guests may choose to pair the tea experience with handcrafted cocktails. In line with the Big Apple theme, the refreshing cocktails offered include Manhattan, Cosmopolitan and Bronx, the final touches needed for the perfect afternoon New York getaway.
The New York Afternoon Tea experience is part of its new concept of thematic afternoon tea, taking guests on a journey around the world through the culinary traditions and essence captured in the creative, everchanging menu. This experience is exclusively available for a limited period, before guests are taken to another exciting city in the world.
A Raffles Heritage Evening
In the evening, guests can wind down with a set menu of local delights inspired by the rich flavours of Singapore’s culinary history with A Raffles Heritage Evening (S$68++ per guest). Expect to be spoilt for choice with the sharing platter, including a range of Southeast Asian Tapas such as Singapore Chilli Crab Cake, Spicy Tiger Prawns and Sesame Shrimp Toast, before diving into well-loved local classics like Singapore Laksa and Hainanese Chicken Rice. End the meal on a sweet note with perennial favourites including Chendol, Ondeh-Ondeh or Coconut Bird’s Nest Tartlets.
Complement the evening with a toast to Singapore with cocktails inspired by the rich flavours of Singapore’s culinary history such as Curry Chilli Fizz, a clever concoction of citrus and spices, or Silk-Road, Rye Whiskey accompanied with bitters and pandan syrup.
A brand-new series of cocktails from Writers Bar will also be served at The Grand Lobby. Inspired by an upcoming murder mystery book set on the grounds of Raffles Hotel Singapore, the cocktails offer guests an exclusive and unique glimpse of the book with each creation unveiling a piece of the plot.
‘3+1’ Promotion
From now till 30 September 2020, guests can enjoy a special ‘3+1’ group dining offer at The Grand Lobby. Applicable for the Raffles Afternoon Tea set at S$78++ per guest, New York Afternoon Tea set at $78++ per guest, and the Heritage Evenings set at $68++ per guest. *
| : | Breakfast at The Grand Lobby: 7.00am to 10.30am
Classic Afternoon Tea and The New York Afternoon Tea*: Monday to Friday: 1.00pm to 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday: 12.00pm to 6.00pm
Dinner: 6.00pm to 10.00pm (Heritage Evenings Menu is exclusively available from 6.30pm to 9.00pm)
Writers Bar Handcrafted Cocktails will be served from 5.00pm daily *Reservations for The New York Afternoon Tea must be made a day in advance. |
| Where: | The Grand Lobby, Raffles Hotel Singapore,
1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673 |
| Dresscode: | Casual Chic (No shorts and slippers) |
| Website: | http://www.rafflessingapore.com/restaurant/the-grand-lobby/ |
Enhanced safety and hygiene measures
As we navigate through the ongoing pandemic, Raffles Hotel Singapore continues to embody the philosophy that guides our service excellence, whilst maintaining the highest hygiene standards to safeguard the health and wellbeing of all our guests and staff. Guests can be reassured that all public spaces and restaurants have been reconfigured to facilitate safe distancing and there is a strict adherence policy in place to HACCP principles for food preparation and hygiene. Specific to dining, guests are invited to:
- Discover our digitalised menus made available for all restaurants featuring a la carte and made-to-order options;
- Opt for disposable cutlery or arrange for private dining within suites
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