Griglia Open Fire Italian Kitchen in Katong brings the warmth and convivial spirit of the traditional Italian backyard summer grill—known as the grigliata—to Singapore's East Coast. Helmed by Executive Chef Andrea De Paola, the kitchen reinvents classic Italian recipes by cooking over an open flame using a specially customized cast iron charcoal grill. Flavours are rendered lighter, smoky, and refreshing, then presented in a refined contemporary style on handcrafted Mediterranean tableware.
Designed around the idea of sharing and fraternity, dishes are served in thoughtful sharing portions so diners can sample broadly across the garden, land, and sea. Honoured with accolades including the Tatler Best Spotlight Award 2026 and recognized as a Singapore Tatler Best Recommended Restaurant, Griglia Katong pairs open-fire grilling with warm, genuine Italian hospitality.
In Italy, the grigliata is far more than an outdoor barbecue—it is a cherished cultural tradition centered on family, friendship, and unhurried feasting around glowing coals. Griglia Open Fire Italian Kitchen channels that exact spirit on East Coast Road, offering Katong diners a contemporary take on classic Italian open-flame cooking.
At the heart of the dining room is the kitchen's centerpiece: a customized cast iron charcoal grill. Under the culinary direction of Executive Chef Andrea De Paola, the kitchen uses open flame not simply to cook, but to impart nuance and depth. The intense heat seals in juices while lending a delicate smokiness to prime meats, seafood, and fresh produce.
Rather than serving heavy, rustic portions, Griglia intentionally balances tradition with modern refinement. Flavours are kept clean, lively, and refreshing. Plates are presented on bespoke, handcrafted Mediterranean-style tableware, underscoring the craftsmanship behind every course.
The menu spans fresh crudo, handmade pastas, and flame-licked mains designed for sharing. A standout since day one is the signature Pappardelle—a Tuscan-inspired plate featuring tender pork jowl braised patiently for 24 hours in Chianti, tossed with wide pasta ribbons and topped with crisp guanciale.
For hearty mains, the Katong location features an exclusive Angus Beef Striploin, cooked directly over the embers to achieve a charred crust while retaining an intensely juicy center. Seafood lovers gravitate towards the whole Spanish Turbot, grilled sizzling hot and served with accompaniments suited for communal dining. To conclude the meal, the Katong-exclusive Nocciolamisu reimagines the traditional tiramisu by layering mascarpone, espresso, and Frangelico with fragrant hazelnut.
Earning accolades such as the Tatler Best Spotlight Award 2026 and status as a Singapore Tatler Best Recommended Restaurant, Griglia pairs culinary execution with genuine Italian warmth. Whether stopping by for the multi-course lunch menu or gathering around a bottle of Italian wine in the evening, Griglia Katong delivers an open-fire dining experience built around sharing and celebration.