Iconic Singapore seafood restaurant at Esplanade Mall, famous for chilli crab and waterfront dining.
Red House Seafood at Esplanade is the Marina Bay outlet of one of Singapore's most storied seafood restaurants, a brand that has been serving the nation since 1976. The menu features the full repertoire of Singapore seafood classics, with chilli crab and black pepper crab taking centre stage alongside other favourites such as cereal prawns, salted egg yolk squid, and steamed fish. The restaurant prides itself on using live seafood, ensuring that each dish delivers the freshness and quality that discerning diners expect, and its chefs bring decades of experience to the preparation of these iconic recipes. The Esplanade location offers diners views of Marina Bay and the Singapore skyline, creating a picturesque setting that elevates the meal from a simple dinner to a memorable occasion. Red House Seafood caters to both local families and international visitors, providing a quintessential Singapore dining experience in one of the city's most recognisable cultural venues. Its longevity and consistency have made it a trusted name in Singapore's competitive seafood restaurant scene.
Open menu page featuring Alaskan King Crab dishes with images and bilingual (Chinese and English) descriptions. Dishes include braised with duo of vermicelli, steamed with egg white and caviar, stir fried with Sabah white pepper, and stir fried with garlic chili and salted black beans. Prices listed per kilogram in Chinese and English.
Crab Dishes Menu Page
Open menu page featuring three crab dishes with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) descriptions. Includes Stir Fried with Salted Egg Yolk Sauce, Wok Braised with Singapore Chili Crab Sauce, and Stir Fried with Classic Black Pepper.
Vegetarian Menu
A printed vegetarian menu in Chinese and English with sections including starters, soups, mains, vegetables, rice and noodles. Prices are listed per small portion or per person (Pax). The menu includes dishes like chilled ice plant and coral seaweed with sesame sauce, mushroom soup with truffle oil, sweet and sour pineapple mock meat, and braised 'Fe Fu' egg noodle with mushroom.
Abalone and Sea Cucumber Menu
A printed menu page featuring dishes in both Chinese and English with prices per person or small serving.
Nanyang Set Menu
Open menu page showing Nanyang Set Menu with bilingual titles (Chinese and English) and a list of dishes. The left side features food photographs including lobster, fried rice, and other dishes. Prices are listed as $588 per 8 people or $688 per 10 people.
Restaurant Menu Page
Open menu book displaying three dishes with photographs and bilingual descriptions in Chinese and English. Dishes include stir-fried lobster with creamy sauce, Asian rice porridge style with crispy rice, and classic grilled lobster. Right side lists additional items like Boston Lobster, Bamboo Lobster, Steamed Wonton, Crispy Rice, Braised Wonton.
Lobster Menu Section
Open menu page showing lobster options with cooking styles and rice dishes. Prices are listed in increments of +12 or +22 for small/large sizes.
Prawn Menu Page
Open menu page featuring two dishes: 'Drunken Herbal Live Prawn Soup' with a photo of prawns in broth, and 'Stir Fried Typhoon Shelter Style – Garlic Chilli and Salted Black Beans' with photos of fried prawns on leaf-shaped plates. Text includes Chinese characters and English translations.
Restaurant Menu Page
Open menu page featuring appetizer dishes with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) descriptions. Dishes include Fresh Crab Meat 'Pao Fan', Singapore Chilli Crab, and Stir Fried Lobster with Signature Creamy Custard Sauce.
Desserts Menu
Open menu page showing dessert options categorized as 'Cold' and 'Hot', with prices in local currency. Images of desserts are visible on the left side.
Noodles Section of Menu
A page from a restaurant menu showing noodle dishes with prices in small (S) and large (L) sizes. The menu includes bilingual titles in Chinese and English.
Rice Menu Page
Open restaurant menu page featuring rice dishes with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) descriptions. Dishes include Fresh Crab Meat 'Pao Fan' Asian Rice Porridge Style with Crispy Rice, Conpoy and Crab Meat Seafood Egg White Fried Rice, Wagyu Beef Fried Rice, Chicken and Sakura Shrimp Fried Rice, Sambal Prawn Fried Rice.
Restaurant Order Receipt
A crumpled paper receipt listing four ordered dishes with prices.
Noodles Menu Page
Open menu page featuring two noodle dishes with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) labels. Top dish is 'Seafood Mee Goreng - Spicy Seafood Noodle', bottom is 'Red House Birthday Noodle with Abalone'. Right side lists other noodle items in Chinese and English.
Menu Page with Dishes and Names
Open book or printed menu showing dishes with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) titles. Visible dishes include Homemade Spinach Tofu with Conpoy, Stir Fried Medley of Vegetables, Sakura Shrimp Sambal Kangkong, and others. Right side lists more items like Classic Claypot Seafood and Stir Fried Giant Australian Tiger Prawns.
Alaskan King Crab Menu
Open menu page featuring Alaskan King Crab dishes with images and descriptions in both Chinese and English. Includes cooking styles like steamed with egg white and caviar, wok braised with Singapore chilli crab sauce, stir fried with classic black pepper, etc.
Restaurant Menu Page
Open menu book showing two dishes: Steamed Giant Grouper Fillet with Baby Black Fungus and Claypot Giant Grouper Fillet Stewed with Garlic and Bean Curd Puff. Text includes both Chinese and English names. Right side has partial list of other dishes including Stir Fried XO Sauce, Claypot and Beaf. Design features botanical illustrations on page edges.
Restaurant Menu Page
Open menu book displaying two dishes: 'Stir Fried New Zealand Venison with Ginger and Scallion' and 'Stir Fried New Zealand Venison with Capsicum'. Right side lists pork and venison options in Chinese and English. Decorative wicker placemat and food photography style.
Restaurant Menu Page
Two dishes displayed with photographs: Grilled Oysters with Garlic Sauce and Steamed Scottish Bamboo Clam with Vermicelli and Garlic. Text includes Chinese characters and English translations. Right side shows partial list of other dishes in Chinese and English.
Desserts Menu Page
Open menu book displaying dessert options with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) descriptions. Sections labeled '冷 Cold' and '热 Hot'. Visible dishes include Double Boiled Bird's Nest with Rock Sugar and Honey, Mango Pomelo Sago, Red Date and Black Glutinous Rice Coconut Ice Cream, Classic Mashed Yam with Ginkgo Nuts, Sesame and Red Bean Pancake, and 'Mao Shan Wang' Durian Fritter.
Restaurant Menu Page
Two dishes photographed on a menu page: steamed fish with red house Nyonya sauce and steamed Hong Kong style fish. Text includes dish names in English and Chinese. Partially visible top section shows other menu categories like 'Steamed', 'Fried', 'Claypot'.
Chef's Recommendations at Red House Seafood
A printed menu board featuring chef-recommended seafood dishes with bilingual (English and Chinese) titles. The top dish is Red House Chilli Crab, followed by other items like Steamed Scottish Bamboo Clams, Signature Creamy Custard Lobster, Stir-Fried Broccolini with Scallops, Spicy Seafood Combination, Crab Meat Prawn Roll, Crispy Cereal Prawns, Sautéed Beef Cubes with Black Pepper, and Double-Baked Carriage Soup with Congee and Fish Maw.
Menu Page Featuring Prawn Dishes
Open menu page showing two prawn dishes with photographs and bilingual (Chinese and English) labels. Top dish is labeled 'Cereal Prawn' on a light blue plate; bottom dish is 'Malacca Style Sauce Prawn' in a patterned bowl. Right side lists additional prawn items including 'De-shelled Prawns', 'Signature Creamy Curry', 'Salted Egg Sauce Prawn', 'Dried Chilli and Cashew Prawn', and 'Pineapple Sweet and Sour Prawn'.
Restaurant Menu Page
Open menu book showing two dishes: Stir Fried Wagyu Beef with Black Pepper and Nanyang Style Fried Chicken 'Ayam Halia Goreng'. Right side lists meat items in Chinese and English including Pan Grilled Wagyu, Stir Fried Wagyu Beef, Crispy Skin Chicken, Nanyang Style Fried Chicken, Marmite Sauce Chicken, Stir Fried Chicken with Salted Egg Chicken, Cashew and Dried Chili. Menu design includes botanical illustrations on edges.
Thank you for the meticulous service provided by Joanne & the team. Not only did they clear our dirty plates fast, they are always attentive to our needs even before we request. Joanne & her team was also very patient to my elderly folks …
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Tried the set menu at Red House Seafood and everything was delicious! From the chilli crab to all the classic zi char dishes, every dish was well done and flavourful. A great place for gatherings or big occasions — you really can’t go wrong …
Cheong Shu Yan
Had a really lovely lunch at Red House Seafood recently. The location itself is hard to beat – dining by the waterfront with the city skyline in the background made the whole experience feel extra special. …
CT Liaw
For private room, is better make a reservation. There is only 2 private room and we take the bigger one with minimum spending SGD1600. They will send link for reservation with credit card and some penalty with no turn up. …
James
This is a fabulous restaurant. The patio seating sports a great view. The service was extraordinary. We ordered a chili crab, a king crab, bamboo clams, and an abalone. Everything was prepared to perfection with beautiful presentation. This restaurant was recommended by a friend and I will definitely be returning.
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Red House Seafood at Esplanade
Red House Seafood Singapore
Exterior storefront with red Chinese characters '小紅樓' above English text 'RED HOUSE SEAFOOD SINGAPORE'. Glass doors display interior dining area with hanging woven light fixtures. Red vertical banners with Chinese characters are visible inside the shop.
Red House Seafood Singapore
Exterior storefront of a seafood restaurant with red Chinese characters "小紅樓" above the English name "RED HOUSE SEAFOOD SINGAPORE" on a white facade. Large glass windows display interior dining area with patrons, staff at counter wearing masks, and modern lighting fixtures. A ceiling fan is visible overhead. The floor has patterned tiles leading to the entrance.
Red House Seafood Singapore
Interior view of restaurant entrance with signage above glass doors displaying "小紅樓 RED HOUSE SEAFOOD SINGAPORE" in red lettering on a white background. The space is well-lit with modern lighting fixtures and features patrons dining inside, staff wearing masks, and a clean, contemporary design with decorative ceiling fans and wall art.
Red House Seafood Singapore
Exterior entrance to a seafood restaurant with glass doors and signage in red Chinese characters and English above the doorway. The floor has a marble-patterned design with a red mat at the entrance. Inside, patrons are seated at tables under hanging woven light fixtures. A ceiling fan is visible overhead.
Red House Seafood Singapore Entrance
Exterior view of the restaurant entrance with glass doors and a reception counter inside. The name '小紅樓 RED HOUSE SEAFOOD SINGAPORE' is displayed above the entrance in red characters and English. Two black ceiling fans are mounted overhead. Potted plants flank the doorway. Staff are visible behind the counter.
Beef and Green Onion Dish
A close-up shot of a stir-fried beef dish with green onions served on a speckled white plate, accompanied by a shiny metal spoon.
Dinner Plate with Seafood and Sauce
A white bowl contains sliced tofu or fish cake topped with mushrooms and garnish in a golden-brown sauce. A silver spoon rests on the plate. In the background, a shiny metal teapot sits on a wooden trivet, next to a small light blue dish holding a single item. The table surface is textured gray.
Lobster Dish Being Drizzled with Sauce
A hand pours sauce from a small metal pitcher onto a plated lobster dish on a light blue oval plate. The dish includes a whole cooked lobster tail and a portion of lobster meat garnished with herbs, set against a neutral background.
Steamed Fish Dish
A plate of steamed fish garnished with shredded vegetables and cilantro, served in a pool of dark sauce on a light-colored ceramic plate. The dish is presented on a glossy white marble table surface. A pink object is partially visible in the background.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of fried food items on a white rectangular plate with blue trim, garnished with shredded greens and crispy toppings. A spoon rests beside the dish on the same plate. The background is a neutral-toned surface.
Dish served in a restaurant
A plate of golden-brown tofu slices topped with mushrooms and garnished with shredded ingredients, sitting in a light orange sauce on a white ceramic plate. A spoon rests beside the dish. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining table with a textured gray surface.
Food Dish on Plate
A close-up shot of a plate containing breaded shrimp garnished with green leaves, served on a white plate with blue rim. A spoon rests beside the dish. The table has a textured grey and white patterned surface. In the background, part of a light-colored ceramic bowl and chopsticks are visible.
Dining Table with Chinese Cuisine
A table set with various dishes including a large bowl of chili crab, fried seafood salad, steamed buns, stir-fried vegetables, and beverages. The setting appears to be indoors at a restaurant with a marble tabletop.
Food Dish
A close-up shot of a prepared seafood dish served in a shell, garnished with crispy topping, green onions, and a light sauce on a white rectangular plate. In the background, another dish is partially visible. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a neutral-toned table surface.
Dining Table with Stir-Fried Vegetables
A close-up shot of a white plate containing stir-fried vegetables including asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, black fungus, and garlic cloves on a reflective dining table. In the background, other dishes are partially visible along with cups and a smartphone. The setting suggests an indoor restaurant or banquet hall ambiance.
Grilled Meat Skewers with Sauce
A plate of grilled meat skewers served on a banana leaf with sliced cucumber, shallots, and a small bowl of dipping sauce. The dish is presented on a turquoise placemat against a neutral background.
Dining Table with Lobster Dish
A white plate holds a large portion of lobster pieces coated in a creamy sauce, accompanied by a small side salad of lettuce and shredded vegetables. The dish is served on a reflective table surface with a pink flower pot in the background. Cutlery and other plates are partially visible around the edges.
Seafood Dish
A plated dish of steamed seafood in a bamboo shell, topped with garlic, green onions, and a light sauce, served on a white rectangular plate. The background shows a marble-patterned table surface.
Dining Table with Seafood Dish
A close-up shot of a large white plate containing crab legs and crab claws garnished with microgreens on a reflective table surface. In the background, other dishes are visible along with diners seated at the table.
Food Dish in Restaurant Interior
A close-up shot of a crispy fried seafood dish garnished with green leaves on a white plate, placed on a reddish-brown table. The background shows blurred restaurant seating and large windows letting in natural light. No signage or storefront is visible.
Dining Table with Seafood Dishes
A table setting featuring a large bowl of crab in red sauce, steamed buns in bamboo steamers, fried fish slices on lettuce, and a glass of iced drink. The table is pink, with disposable gloves and printed receipt nearby.
Dish on Plate
A plate of cooked meat with yellow and green vegetables served on a white rectangular dish with blue rim. A spoon rests beside the food. The setting appears to be indoors on a patterned tablecloth.
Dining Table with Curry Dish
A white oval plate holds a curry dish with fish and okra in a yellow sauce, accompanied by small bowls of side dishes and tea cups on a grey table. The setting suggests an indoor dining environment.
Dining Table with Fish Dish
A close-up view of a plated fish dish garnished with red chilies and herbs, served on a white plate with a spoon beside it. A small bowl of sauce and a basket of buns are nearby. The table surface is pinkish-brown, suggesting an indoor dining setting.
Dish on Plate
A plated dish of seared scallops with asparagus and red peppers served on a white, flower-shaped plate with a copper spoon resting beside it.
Dish on Plate
A white bowl containing four square pieces of tofu topped with mushrooms and green herbs, submerged in a brown sauce. The dish is presented on a textured gray surface.
Dining Table with Seafood Dish
A large black bowl containing cooked crabs in a red sauce sits on a dining table. Surrounding the main dish are small white cups, spoons, and a basket of golden-brown buns. The setting suggests an indoor restaurant environment.
Dish served in a restaurant
A white bowl contains square pieces of tofu with green leafy topping, garnished with white mushrooms and crispy flakes, in a brown sauce. A spoon rests in the bowl. In the background, a small bowl holds roasted peanuts. The setting appears to be indoors on a dining table.
Food Dish on Plate
A plate of stir-fried meat with sesame seeds, green peppers, and cherry tomatoes served on a white rectangular plate with blue rim. A spoon rests beside the dish. The plate sits on a textured gray table surface.
Dining Table with Food Plate
A light blue oval plate holds fried dumplings on a banana leaf and a side salad with purple garnish; a copper spoon rests beside them. The table has white ceramic cups, spoons, and small bowls of nuts. Background shows a marble-patterned surface with other dining items.
Dish Presentation
A plate of grilled crab with dark sauce, garnished with cilantro and a purple flower, served on a white plate at a dining table. In the background, there is a pink vase with flowers and other dishes on a glass tabletop. The setting appears to be indoors in a restaurant.
Fried Fish Salad
A plate of fried fish pieces topped with shredded ingredients, served on a bed of mixed greens including lettuce and purple cabbage. A spoon rests beside the dish on a white oval plate. The setting appears to be indoors with neutral lighting.
Dish on Plate
A plate of breaded food garnished with green leaves sits on a textured tablecloth. A small bowl of nuts rests in the background. A spoon is placed beside the dish.
Food Dish
Close-up of a pile of crispy fried food topped with orange crumbly garnish and a green leaf, served on a white plate. Background shows a blurred indoor setting with a woven chair and pink table surface.
Steamed Fish Dish
A whole steamed fish served on a white oval plate, garnished with cilantro and shredded vegetables, in a brown sauce. A spoon rests on the plate. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining table.
Dining Table with Food
A round table with a reddish-brown surface holds two main dishes: a plate of steamed crab with sauce and garnish, and a woven bamboo tray containing nine golden-brown buns. In the background are small bowls, cutlery, and a glass of water on the same table.
Food Dish in Bowl
A close-up shot of a plated dish featuring shrimp, asparagus, red bell pepper, and possibly potatoes or pineapple pieces, served in a blue and white patterned ceramic bowl on a neutral background.
Crab Dish on Plate
A close-up shot of a cooked crab covered in dark sauce, garnished with cilantro, served on a white plate with a spoon resting beside it. The background shows part of a dining table with ceramic cups and chopsticks. The setting appears to be indoors at a restaurant.
Crab-shaped pastries on a plate
A white oval platter holds several golden-brown crab-shaped dumplings or pastries with small black dot eyes. Beside them is a woven basket containing shredded lettuce and a blue flower petal. In the background, there are beverage glasses and a dark-colored cup on a gray table surface.
Dining Table with Seafood Dish
A table setting featuring a large black bowl of curry-coated crab, accompanied by four steamed buns on a woven tray and a small white bowl of roasted peanuts. The table is grey stone or marble, with a napkin holder and a printed note in the background.
Soup in ceramic bowl
A light-colored soup served in a white ceramic bowl with a matching lid on the side. The soup contains green vegetables, possibly bok choy, and small dark particles floating in the broth. The bowl rests on a light blue plate. In the background, part of a smartphone case with cartoon designs is visible on a marble-like surface.
Baked Goods on Serving Tray
A basket of golden-brown steamed buns sits on a patterned paper liner inside a woven bamboo tray. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a gray table surface. A portion of a dark bowl containing curry-like food is visible in the top-left corner, and a brown ceramic plate rests in the background.
Steamed Fish Dish
A plate of steamed fish garnished with cilantro and shredded vegetables, served in a pool of brown sauce with a spoon resting on the side.
Dining Table with Seafood and Chinese Cuisine
A table setting featuring a plate of grilled oysters topped with garlic and green onions on lettuce, a clay pot dish with mixed ingredients, a small bowl of fried rice, and a side of stir-fried greens. The table has white ceramic dishes, metal cutlery, and glassware including wine glasses. The surface is a light gray marble or stone patterned tablecloth.
Dish served at a restaurant
A plate of steamed seafood in a shell with rice noodles, topped with minced garlic, chopped green onions, and sauce. The dish is presented on a light-colored rectangular plate on a textured tablecloth. In the background, there are ceramic spoons, chopsticks, and a teacup. No signage or storefront is visible.
Red House Seafood promotional posters
Two printed promotional boards on easels displaying Red House Seafood's Lunar New Year offerings. The boards feature images of dishes like the 'Treasure Pot' and a festive set, with QR codes and pricing details. Text mentions Singapore Nanyang-style seafood, complimentary Chinese Sausage Lotus Leaf Rice for cardholders, and validity dates from January to February 2024.
Red House Seafood Menu Page
An open booklet page showing the restaurant's philosophy and seafood sourcing. The left side lists 'Our Promise' and 'Our Seafood Sources', while the right side features an illustration of a building with patrons, labeled 'Grand Copthorne | Esplanade | Clarke Quay'. Below is a paragraph about Singaporean seafood cuisine since 1976. Decorative illustrations of sea creatures are visible on both pages.
Dining Table with Seafood Dishes
A table set with multiple seafood dishes including a large crab in red sauce, a lobster in yellow sauce, a bowl of curry, and a coconut drink. The setting appears to be indoors with a textured glass window background.