Da Paolo Gastronomia at Raffles City represents authentic Italian dining heritage, located at #B1-45, 252 North Bridge Road, operating daily 8:00am-10:00pm as part of the renowned Da Paolo Group established in 1989 by Paolo and Judie Scarpa. This family-run business began as a modest trattoria serving honest, uncomplicated Italian fare and has evolved into a comprehensive dining empire comprising BistroBar, PizzaBar, Gastronomia, and Da Paolo Catering while maintaining commitment to authentic, quality Italian cuisine. The Raffles City location features an eat-in and take-out concept with freshly made food and imported boutique produce, creating complete gourmet experiences that honor traditional Italian culinary traditions within Singapore's premier retail destination.
The restaurant offers all-day dining featuring high-quality yet accessible Italian fare including freshly baked pizzas topped with finest ingredients, pasta dishes paired with various traditional Italian sauces, authentic Italian cocktails, and artisanal gelato preparations. The comprehensive menu spans hearty breakfast options, authentic Italian coffee with delicious pastries, cakes and desserts, plus Italian prepacked meals, salads, and ready-to-grab tiramisu and fudgy chocolate cake perfectly packaged for takeaway convenience. The restaurant's strategic basement location provides intimate dining experiences enhanced by beautiful water fountain views that create atmospheric settings for both casual meals and special occasions.
With seven locations across Singapore, Da Paolo Gastronomia Raffles City benefits from the group's established reputation for authentic Italian cuisine while providing convenient access via City Hall MRT connections and integration with the mall's comprehensive shopping and entertainment offerings. The restaurant serves diverse customer needs through both delivery and takeaway services, while maintaining the family-run business values that prioritize quality ingredients, traditional preparation methods, and genuine Italian hospitality. The combination of authentic Italian heritage, comprehensive menu offerings, convenient all-day service, strategic location, and commitment to quality makes Da Paolo Gastronomia Raffles City an essential destination for Italian cuisine enthusiasts seeking genuine flavors and reliable dining experiences in Singapore's central business district.
This place has free seating so it might be challenging to find a table if you're coming with a group of four or more. The food is decent, nothing exceptional, but it seems well-suited for the office crowd. I'd recommend skipping the house salad; the portion is very small and doesn’t justify the price given the basic ingredients. The chicken cordon bleu was disappointing as it was tough and difficult to chew. The pizzas are worth a try; they're delicious.
Goh Ann
I dined in and tried two of their baked items—a chocolate scone and a cocoa-glazed crodo. Honestly, I walked out unsatisfied. The taste was just average, nothing memorable. Given the higher price point, I was expecting more, but it didn't deliver. I should have just gone to Tiong Bahru Bakery instead. Definitely not worth the money—or the calories. The place can also be noisy.
Positive Reviews
Cody Chan
Brilliant coffee – the piccolo is my personal favorite "drug of choice"! It’s fountain-facing, so you can sip your coffee with a side of sound therapy. The staff are super friendly and just amazing people. I'm always grateful to come home to my favorite coffee place.
Abu Shahril
Gastronomia is a great cafe where you can stop for a quick coffee or a more substantive meal. I grabbed a warmed Tuna and Cheese sandwich; it was very cheesy, and the fries that came with it were out of this world. I also grabbed a Molena Cola, which was a refreshing change from mainstream colas. The meal was completed by a Kinder Bueno Cake and Mango Shake; both were first-class. They have a great range of pastries. I went to the Raffles City branch; it is a bit pricey but definitely worth a treat every once in a while!
Esther Lai
Enjoyed the Yuzu Miso Chicken Pasta and the Parma Ham Pizza. The pasta, in particular, stood out as it was al dente and very well-seasoned with a refreshing Yuzu zest. The 'Build a Bowl' was average; you could skip it if you’re not too into salad bowls. We also didn't have to wait long for the food, which was great. Service was prompt and friendly.
Gary Choy
Only stopped in for a coffee and chai latte. Coffee was the best I’ve tasted in Singapore across multiple trips. Well made and tasted like I’d get at home in Australia.
Tay Hui Lee
Experience Italian romance at Raffles City. The gentle sound of flowing water soothes the senses, washing away the city’s noise and stress in an instant. The Italian food and coffee are delicious. The service is also very good. Highly recommended.
Richelle Mah
The food is good. QR code ordering is the best. You simply sit and wait for your food to arrive. The food arrives in roughly 10-15 minutes. The ambiance is nice near the fountain.
Priscilla Pearl
A casual cafe. Portions are big and correspond to the prices. The dishes taste good. Greens and grains have a wide selection. Pistachio gelato is delicious.
Si Ming Ong
This cafe is located underneath the escalators at Raffles City, next to the fountain on B1. The cafe is often quite packed, so you may need to queue during peak hours. I had their Balanced Bowl, which is actually quite good and reasonably priced. You get to select what you want to eat, and the meal is balanced with vegetables, grains, protein, and carbs. The Americano is also strong and flavourful. The noise mainly comes from the splashing water from the fountain.
Vivian Hong
Their carbonara was creamy and delicious. Their thick hot chocolate was good. Overall, a nice place to eat and relax.
Jorren Lim
Had a lovely experience at Da Paolo. The Margherita pizza was perfectly crisp with a rich tomato base and creamy mozzarella, and the tiramisu was light, balanced, and not overly sweet. Great spot for a casual yet quality Italian meal in Singapore!
Yanan Koh
OMG, this place is so good! I can't believe it's been around for 36 years in Singapore.
The Meat Lover pizza is hands down the winner. It's super flavourful, packed with meat, and the crust is that perfect combo of crispy outside and chewy inside. I ended up eating three slices without even realizing it. With some ice water (or a glass of sparkling wine), I almost felt like I was sitting at a little street café in Italy... even though I've never been!
The Frutti Di Mare pasta wasn't really my thing – the seafood taste was a bit too strong and covered up the pasta flavour. But my mum and my son absolutely loved it, so maybe it's just me being sensitive to strong seafood flavours.
The tiramisu was a nice surprise! Not overly sweet, with a bit of bitterness – very 'grown-up' style. I had it with their coffee, and it was the perfect ending.
Overall, the place had chill vibes and friendly service. I'll definitely come back for the pizza. The pasta depends on your taste!
Ang Jin Yuan
Great dining experience. We ordered pasta, pizza, and a mocha for dinner. We also had a tiramisu cake 🍰, which was delicious! The staff's service was excellent 👍. We will surely go again.
Eva Hoo
Really good experience! Loved all the dishes today!
⭐ Bolognese
My favorite, a true classic, done right!
I chose penne instead of spaghetti and it turned out to be the perfect choice. Every piece was coated in rich, flavourful beef ragu, and there was still plenty of meat left on the plate!
The tomato base was perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too sour.
The generous layer of melted cheese was delightful, and I finished every bite in no time!
⭐ Rucola e Crudo Pizza
This one came loaded with Parma ham, arugula, cheese, and a rich tomato sauce, all on a crispy thin crust.
Cheesy, savoury, and crispy – a total win.
⭐ Tiramisu
A must-try here.
Incredibly smooth and rich, with deep flavours that make you want to savour every bite.
⭐ Cappuccino
I usually go for an Americano, but decided to try their cappuccino today and it did not disappoint!
It had super creamy foam with just the right balance of milk and coffee, and was so satisfying.
By the way, I also enjoyed the service and vibe here!
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Classic Pasta
POMODORO E BASILICO
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Fresh Basil
ARRABBIATA
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Fresh Chilli, Garlic
PANNA POMODORO
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Cream, Grana Padano
PESTO AL BASILICO
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Basil, Almonds, Grana Padano
BOLOGNESE
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Beef Ragù, Grana Padano
CHICKEN BOLOGNESE
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Chicken Ragu, Grana Padano
AGLIO OLIO E FUNGHI
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Mixed Mushrooms, Garlic, Chilli
AMATRICIANA
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Bacon, Onions, Pecorino
CARBONARA
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Cream, Bacon, Egg Yolks, Pecorino
AL FUNGHI
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Cream, Mushrooms, Grana Padano
AL GRANCHIO
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Italian Tomato Sauce, Cream, Crabmeat, Grana Padano
