Watch the sunset and enjoy dinner on the sandy beach—romantic seaside restaurants in Sentosa, Singapore

Text and photos by Buji

Sentosa in Singapore is a world-renowned tourist destination. Before visiting this city-state, my impression of it was largely tied to Sentosa, as I had always heard that if you go to Singapore, you must go to Sentosa. Naturally, the two became strongly associated in my mind.

Despite Sentosa’s fame, I almost missed it due to some circumstances. At the suggestion of a Singaporean friend, I managed to squeeze it into my schedule on the evening before returning to Taiwan. But since it was already late, we couldn’t visit Universal Studios or large exhibition museums. So, we went straight to the beach to watch the sunset and take a stroll. Unexpectedly, besides the stunning sunset and colorful clouds, we also found a romantic restaurant by the beach—one of the most memorable highlights of the trip.

▲ Just after exiting the shuttle MRT connecting Sentosa and VivoCity in Singapore, you can see the gradient orange sky from the platform (Photo by Buji).

Getting around Singapore is very simple—major attractions are all accessible by MRT, and Sentosa is no exception. Take the MRT to VivoCity, then transfer to the Sentosa Express on the 3rd floor to go directly to Sentosa. The Sentosa Express has only four stops, in order: Sentosa Station, Waterfront Station, Imbiah Station, and Beach Station. To head to the beach, you’ll obviously want to get off at the last stop, Beach Station.

Sentosa (meaning "peace and tranquility" in Malay) attracts over 20 million visitors annually. The island’s beaches are located on its southern side. Once you exit Beach Station, you’ll see signs for two beaches (Siloso and Palawan), both just a short walk away.

As soon as you reach the entrance of Siloso Beach, you’ll be greeted by the vast sea. The lights of ships lining up to enter the harbor outside the bay cast a golden line across the distant waters. With nightfall descending, the beach was sparsely populated, adding to its serene atmosphere. I’m not sure what Siloso Beach looks like in broad daylight, but it was truly enchanting at sunset.

▲ Siloso Beach as it fades into the night (Photo by Buji).

Walking barefoot on the sand, I stared blankly at the sea reflecting the sky as it slowly shifted from blue, to purple, to orange, to brown, and finally to black. When I turned my head, I saw a row of restaurants by the beach already lit up with warm yellow lights, casting a gentle glow over the darkening sands.

Diners sat at tables and chairs set up by the restaurants on the beach—some kicked off their shoes and dug their feet into the cool sand, while others leaned back in their chairs, enjoying the gentle sea breeze after nightfall.

▲ A row of restaurants by Siloso Beach. These two photos show Coastes, the casual spot Buji happened upon (Photo by Buji).

Seeing this scene, I was momentarily transported back to the breathtaking beach views of Boracay. The beauty and nostalgia made the evening incredibly romantic. Without hesitation, I picked a nearby restaurant at random to enjoy the moment. Even better, the restaurant I chose, called “Coastes,” was absolutely lovely.

▲ The signboard of Coastes Restaurant (Photo by Buji).

The overall decor of Coastes matches its signage. The open space features wooden tables, chairs, and flooring, with white tones adding freshness that complements the tropical beach vibe. Bamboo-woven lamps hang from wooden beams, illuminating the relaxed crowd below.

▲ A view inside Coastes Restaurant (Photo by Buji).

▲ Coastes Restaurant by the sea, where guests can chat and enjoy food with their feet in the sand and the sea breeze in their hair (Photo by Buji).

After settling in, we decided what to eat. Not being very hungry, we opted for drinks and appetizers. The menu offered a good variety, focusing on Western dishes and light meals. In addition to appetizers and drinks, there were also brunch options, salads, sandwiches, seafood, pasta, pizza, and desserts.

▲ The menu at Coastes Restaurant (Photo by Buji).

My friend and I ordered a lemon black tea for 4 SGD (about 96 TWD) and an apple iced tea for 6 SGD (about 138 TWD), along with a small portion of spicy chicken wings for 10 SGD (about 230 TWD). The prices in Singapore weren’t expensive at all—it felt incredibly blissful to sit on the beach, enjoy the cool post-sunset air, and spend so little. I found myself thinking, “If every day could be like this, life would be perfect.”

Of course, we all know that not every day can be this relaxing—but it’s best to treasure the moment.

▲ The lemon black tea and spicy chicken wings ordered by Buji and his friend (Photo by Buji).

The drinks were decent—not particularly special, but not bad either. The small portion of spicy chicken wings was just right for two people, with three wings and three drumsticks. They were fried first, then coated in a sweet, salty, and spicy sauce. It was delicious—the crispy skin paired perfectly with the rich sauce, which wasn’t overly heavy, and the meat remained tender and easy to chew. Highly recommended.

While enjoying the food and chatting leisurely, fireworks started going off at another part of the park, lighting up the sky in brilliant colors and adding even more magic to the already stunning beach scenery.

▲ Fireworks (Photo by Buji).

Sentosa was a slight letdown during this trip to Singapore, as I only visited Siloso Beach and didn’t get to see the whole island. But honestly, having such a romantic foreign evening made it all worthwhile. If you’re in Singapore, don’t miss Sentosa’s beaches and seaside restaurants.

※ Related Information
Address of Coastes Restaurant: 50 Siloso Beach Walk, Sentosa, Sentosa Island (right next to Siloso Beach)
How to get from mainland Singapore to Sentosa: Take the MRT to VivoCity, then transfer to the Sentosa Express on the 3rd floor to go directly to Sentosa. The Sentosa Express has only four stops: Sentosa Station, Waterfront Station, Imbiah Station, and Beach Station. Siloso Beach is located at the final stop, Beach Station.

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