We had a wonderful dining experience at Restaurant Empress, made even more memorable by the exceptional service. The staff were attentive, warm, and genuinely friendly throughout our visit. One staff member whose name started with “Aa” (unfortunately I can’t remember the full name) was especially outstanding. He recommended us dishes, informed us about the happy hour promotion for alcoholic drinks, and even came by at 7.45pm to remind us before happy hour ended at 8pm, just as we had requested. They were also readily available whenever we have any requests They also surprised the birthday girl with complimentary desserts, which made the celebration even more special. When an insect accidentally landed in one of our glasses of wine, the staff immediately replaced it without hesitation, and we really appreciated how professionally and graciously they handled the situation. The food was excellent as well. Most we ordered was well executed, but the scallop dish was definitely the highlight of the meal—perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. The fried rice, gyoza and Peking duck was good too. The desserts are also a must-order. I especially loved the orh nee, which was smooth, fragrant, and not overly sweet, and my friends love the pandan crème brûlée. Great food, outstanding hospitality, and thoughtful little touches throughout the evening made this an experience a great one. Really like the atmosphere and ambiance which allowed my friends and I to catch up uninterrupted, without having to rush through the meal as there was no dining time limit. Highly recommended!

We ordered 6 dishes for 4 people, and the portions were so generous that we left feeling completely satisfied. A special highlight was the Peking duck — the skin was wonderfully crispy, while the wraps were thin, soft, and complemented the duck perfectly. The service was excellent, with attentive staff throughout the meal. Upon learning that we were celebrating a birthday, they thoughtfully surprised us with a complimentary mango pudding dessert. The dishes arrived promptly and at a good pace, making the dining experience smooth and enjoyable. Overall, we had a wonderful dinner and would gladly return.

This was our first visit to Empress, and it turned out to be a lovely Sunday lunch by the riverside The restaurant has a bright, elegant setting overlooking the waterfront. While the interior itself is understated rather than extravagant, the riverside location gives it a very relaxing atmosphere that makes it a wonderful place to enjoy dim sum at a slower pace. As first-time guests, we weren’t familiar with the ordering process. A special thank you to Jas, who patiently guided us through the menu and explained how everything worked. Throughout our meal, she remained incredibly attentive without ever being intrusive. Whenever we couldn’t remember what we had ordered, she would gently remind us. She also checked on our drinks regularly and even reminded us that we still had our complimentary dessert to order before the meal ended. These may seem like small details, but they made us feel genuinely looked after. The dim sum was well prepared, the dishes arrived promptly, and the overall service from the team was warm and welcoming. Thank you, Empress, for making our first visit such a pleasant one. We’ll certainly remember the experience and look forward to returning.

We stopped by Empress for a quick lunch and had a wonderful experience. The restaurant has a cosy and welcoming ambience, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout our meal. We were pleasantly surprised by the wide variety of vegan and vegetarian options on the menu. We ordered their signature pan-fried Impossible Gyoza (vegan), Fry Kway Teow with Impossible meatballs (vegan), and stir-fried mushrooms with vegetables (vegan). Every dish was flavourful, with a wonderful wok hei aroma that made the meal even more enjoyable. If you're looking for delicious vegan or vegetarian Chinese cuisine in CBD area, Empress is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back to try more dishes!

I came here for a work lunch, and we got their lunch set with different mains so we could try more variety. The food was rather normal. They look elevated but they also look better than they taste. I think they could reconsider serving individual portions for the mains instead of doing it sharing style. It's not a place I would come back to nor recommend people.