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Imagine yourself 57 storeys high, with a gentle breeze in your hair and the glittering Singapore skyline spread out beneath you. This is the promise of the newly reimagined LAVO Coastal Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar, a destination that captures the very essence of an eternal Italian summer.

Perched atop Marina Bay Sands, LAVO has shed its skin to reveal a stunning new look inspired by the sun-drenched elegance of the Amalfi Coast. Since its launch in 2018, it has been a beacon of skyline glamour, and now it enters a new era. Think warm Mediterranean neutrals, gorgeous handcrafted tiles, and honey-toned accents that glow during golden hour. The expansive wraparound terrace offers unparalleled panoramic views of both the city and the sea, creating the perfect backdrop for everything from a champagne brunch to sunset cocktails that stretch late into the night.

Image Credits: Marina Bay Sands

A long-time favourite for the jet-set, LAVO has always buzzed with a unique energy. It has hosted an incredible lineup of stars, including Mariah Carey, The Weeknd, David Beckham, and Bella Hadid. The recent relaunch party was no exception, with Singapore-born American actor Ross Butler hosting the star-studded affair and celebrity DJ Kim Lee setting the mood on the dance floor, reaffirming LAVO’s status as the place to see and be seen.

Image Credits: Marina Bay Sands

A Culinary Ode to La Dolce Vita

The heart of LAVO’s transformation is its refreshed menu, a beautiful love letter to coastal Italy. While long-time fans will be delighted to find signatures like the legendary Meatball and the towering 20-Layer Chocolate Cake still hold pride of place, they are now joined by a symphony of new seaside flavours.

Prepare to be swept away by dishes like the Mafaldine Seafood Alfredo, a decadent pasta tossed with succulent shrimp and scallops in a rich lobster butter sauce. Freshness is paramount, celebrated in plates like the Grilled Branzino, perfectly cooked and brightened with a Sorrento lemon vinaigrette, and the tender Grilled Octopus antipasti. It’s a menu where simplicity meets sophistication, letting the pure, vibrant flavours of the sea truly shine.

Image Credits: Marina Bay Sands

Raise a Glass to Coastal Flavours

No Italian escape is complete without the perfect drink, and LAVO’s new cocktail programme is a masterpiece. Each creation is designed to complement the coastal menu, from refreshing spritzes to bold, flavour-forward cocktails that taste like summer in a glass.

Image Credits: Marina Bay Sands

For a true taste of the Mediterranean, try the Amalfi Breeze—a dreamy, effervescent blend of coconut, gin, and prosecco. Or perhaps the From Sicily with Love, a floral and fruity concoction that pays homage to the Italian countryside. For those who prefer their fun guilt-free, the mocktail selection is just as enchanting, featuring the velvety and tropical La Dolce Vita.

Your Sky-High Escape Awaits

More than just a restaurant, LAVO is a destination pulsating with energy from day to night. It’s a place for celebrating life’s moments, big and small. Its famous weekend brunches are a fixture on the city’s social calendar, and for the ultimate party, the iconic LAVO Party Brunch returns on select weekends with live DJs and immersive entertainment.

Whether you’re settling into the sun-drenched dining room, enjoying an alfresco meal on the terrace, or soaking up the vibrant atmosphere at the lounge, LAVO promises an unforgettable escape. It’s where the spirit of la dolce vita comes alive, high above the heart of the city.

Find them: LAVO Singapore is located at Level 57, Marina Bay Sands Hotel Tower 1.

Follow their journey on Instagram and Facebook at @lavosingapore.

A few months ago, Baby and I went to try the Italian Cuisine at Saizeriya @ Hougang 1 and the dining experience was superb. It was our first time dining there and we will definitely be back to try their other dishes. Although you might find our review of their food slightly on the negative side, we really would dine there again to try their other dishes because they might have other dishes that are probably better than what we had. Also, what we really like about Saizeriya is that all their food prices are in nett pricing.

From Saizeriya 2013

Here are the food dishes that we had when we dined there [pictures are all taken with the iPhone4GS Camera]:

Special Mushroom Soup [SGD$2.90]

From Saizeriya 2013

Our Review of the Dish:
To be really honest, we’re not exactly sure why they named the dish as “Special Mushroom Soup” but personally, we didn’t find the soup any special at all. It tasted rather ordinary and the only extraordinary thing about the Special Mushroom Soup was probably the rather generous portion of garnishes.

Spicy Chicken Wings [SGD$3.95]

From Saizeriya 2013

Our Review of the Dish:
The Spicy Chicken Wings were of the right texture but they were also rather oily. Since 4 pieces of chicken wings cost SGD$3.95, each piece would cost approximately SGD$0.98 and it sure is value for money.

Cheese Chicken Sausage [SGD$3.90]

From Saizeriya 2013

Our Review of the Dish:
The portion of the dish is huge and the sausages were quite cheesy. However, the presentation of the dish was barely presentable and looks rather plain. It would be good if they added some pieces of broccoli as garnishes.

Pineapple and Bacon Pizza [SGD$6.40]

From Saizeriya 2013

Our Review of the Dish:
Out of all the dishes that we had for the night, this has got to be our least favourite. Although it looks more appetising than the Cheese Chicken Sausages or the Spicy Chicken Wings, the Pineapple and Bacon Pizza was way too oily [because of the oil from the bacon] for our liking. Even the taste of the Pineapple and Bacon Pizza reeks of bacon oil.

Seafood Spaghetti [SGD$7.90]

From Saizeriya 2013

Our Review of the Dish:
Given the generous portion of seafood, the price for this dish is rather reasonable. With that being said, the sauce for the spaghetti was flavourful but could be better. The texture of the spaghetti was firm to the bite and we like it very much.

Chocolate Lava [SGD$5.90]

From Saizeriya 2013

Our Review of the Dish:
This has got to be our most favourite dish for the night. Because the Chocolate Lava cake was served with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream, we felt that the price was rather reasonable. The Chocolate Lava cake was served at the right temperature and we like seeing how the chocolate oozed out when we sliced the cake.

Dining Ambience:
The dining ambience at Saizeriya was cosy but we felt that the temperature could be a little more cooler. The restaurant is usually packed with people during dinner time and we highly recommend that you make a trip down early.

One other thing that we like about Saizeriya is the free flow of soft drinks that cost only SGD$2.80

In total, we spent SGD$33.75 and it works out to be about SGD$16.88 per person. Saizeriya is definitely value for money and we will definitely head back to try their other food dishes.

From Saizeriya 2013

Service Level:
The service staffs were generally polite and courteous; though getting their attention might require some effort. Other than that, we pretty much enjoyed the dining experience.

If you’re interested in dining at Saizeriya but you don’t reside in Hougang, fret not because they have other outlets at City Square Mall, Toa Payoh Central, Liang Court, and Bukit Timah Plaza. Their daily operating hours are from 11am to 11pm daily and they offer takeaways too.

In our next blog entry, we will be announcing the winners for the most recent Blog Giveaway that we organised.

Stay tuned! 🙂