How much does the Buona Terra menu cost?
From S$128 for the four-course lunch menu to S$248 for the six-course dinner menu, per person in SGD, before service and tax (“++”). The table adds the 19.9% usually added for service and tax, an estimate (the restaurant’s bill is what counts), and the cost for two.
| Per person | With 19.9% service and tax | For two | For two, with service and tax | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| six-course dinner menu6 courses | S$248 | S$297 | S$496 | S$595 |
| six-course dinner menu with wine pairing | S$426 | S$511 | S$852 | S$1,022 |
| four-course lunch menu4 courses | S$128 | S$153 | S$256 | S$307 |
| five-course lunch menu5 courses | S$178 | S$213 | S$356 | S$427 |
Every figure is for one guest. Most Singapore restaurants price their menus “++”, adding a 10% service charge and then 9% GST to the bill, so expect to pay about 20% more than the figure shown. Hawker stalls such as Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle charge the price on the board. Supplements such as caviar or truffle courses are left out. Prices shown in other currencies use the day's exchange rate and are approximate.
Sources: the restaurant’s website (menus). Menus checked 13 October 2026; menus change, so check with Buona Terra before you book.
What is the cheapest way to eat at Buona Terra?
The four-course lunch menu, at S$128 per person. That’s S$120 less than the six-course dinner menu.
- four-course lunch menu S$128Monday to Friday; a three-glass wine flight is S$88 · S$120 less than the six-course dinner menu
- five-course lunch menu S$178Monday to Friday; a three-glass wine flight is S$88 · S$70 less than the six-course dinner menu
- Lei Garden S$90The cheapest one-star dinner menu in Singapore, Cantonese
How to book at Buona Terra
Book online on TableCheck or by phone on +65 6733 0209.
- When tables are releasedOnline through TableCheck for up to six guests, with a card guarantee. Phone lines are open Monday to Saturday; calls after 6pm may not be answered.
- Where to bookBook on TableCheck Or call +65 6733 0209.
- CancellationsCancel or change at least 48 hours ahead. Later cancellations and no-shows are charged S$100 a guest.
- Groups and private eventsParties of more than six book through WhatsApp on +65 9456 3147. Three private rooms seat up to 14.
From Buona Terra’s website, checked 13 October 2026. Rules change, so check when you book.
Dress code, how long it takes, drinks and opening hours at Buona Terra
What is the dress code at Buona Terra?
Smart casual. Flip-flops and slippers are discouraged.
How long does a meal at Buona Terra take?
About two and a half hours for dinner.
Can you bring your own wine to Buona Terra?
Corkage is S$90++ a 750ml bottle, or free one for one with a bottle bought from the wine list.
When is Buona Terra open?
It's open Monday to Saturday, closed on Sunday.
Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00, 18:30–22:30Sat 18:30–22:30Sun closed
Hours from the restaurant’s website, Oct 2026; check before you go, as they change on holidays.
From Buona Terra’s website, checked 13 October 2026. Rules change, so check when you book.
Buona Terra: stars, chef and address
How many Michelin stars does Buona Terra have?
One. Buona Terra holds one MICHELIN star, one of 33 one-star restaurants in Singapore. It has held it every year since 2019.
Who is the chef at Buona Terra?
The head chef is Denis Lucchi.
- Cuisine
- Italian
- Where
- Newton · Singapore
- Address
- 29 Scotts Road, Singapore 228224Open in Google Maps
Is Buona Terra expensive for a one-star restaurant?
Its S$248 dinner menu is the 11th cheapest of the 29 one-star dinner menus in Singapore with a published price. The middle price is S$288, so it costs S$40 less than a typical one.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| PangiumBotanic Gardens | Peranakan | S$188 | S$138 | – |
| Shisen HantenOrchard | Sichuan | S$188 | S$58 | – |
| Cherry Garden by Chef FeiMarina Centre | Cantonese | S$198 | S$138 | – |
| Jin Ting WanMarina Bay | Cantonese | S$198 | S$198 | S$118 |
| Buona TerraNewton | Italian | S$248 | S$128 | S$178 |
| Yong FuMarina Centre | Zhejiang | S$250 | S$150 | – |
| WillowClarke Quay | Asian | S$258 | S$98 | S$168 |
| LabyrinthMarina Centre | Creative | S$288 | S$208 | – |
| MargueriteGardens by the Bay | Australian | S$288 | S$148 | S$98 |
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- Imperial Treasure Fine Teochew Cuisine (Orchard) Teochew · 820 m (0.5 mi) away · dinner S$138
- Shisen Hanten Sichuan · 950 m (0.6 mi) away · dinner S$188
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Sources Restaurant: buonaterra.com.sg. Stars: Buona Terra in the MICHELIN Guide. Prices: the restaurant’s menus, menus checked 13 October 2026. Booking and visiting: the restaurant’s website, checked 13 October 2026. Rating: Google Maps, shown live. Opening hours: the restaurant’s website, checked 26 October 2026. Exchange rates: ExchangeRate-API (27 October 2026).