SanSara

SanSara is a North Indian restaurant on level 1 of Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, beside the Singapore River on Havelock Road. Its focus is Awadhi cooking, the royal kitchen style of the Lucknow region. The menu also brings in dishes from Punjab, Kashmir and Rajasthan.

SanSara opened in October 2023 as part of a large refurbishment of the hotel. Its name comes from the Sanskrit for "to flow". In August 2025 it relaunched with a new look and a new menu under Master Chef Pannalal Nath.

What to order

Kebabs, slow-cooked curries and biryani are the heart of the menu. Dishes worth looking for include:

• Gosht ki Galouti: the soft minced meat kebab that Lucknow is famous for.
• Shahi Gosht Dum Biryani: lamb biryani cooked and served in a sealed pot, or handi.
• Barrah chops: a spiced rack of grass-fed Australian lamb.
• Keri Wali Machli Curry: Chilean sea bass in a mango curry.
• Nasila Dunger Lal Maas: a smoky meat dish in the Rajput style.
• Sarson ka Saag with Makai di Roti: Punjabi mustard greens with maize flatbread.

Seafood fans can also try the Hokkaido scallops with turmeric and ginger masala. Vegetarians have plenty of choice. There is a drinks list with cocktails and wine as well.

The setting

The 2025 redesign takes its cues from Mughal architecture. The room uses light stone, brushed metal and gentle arches, with sculptural lamps overhead. Dishes come on handmade ceramics. The restaurant faces the riverfront, which makes it a pleasant choice for an evening meal.

Good to know before you go

• Bookings: reserve online through the hotel's TableCheck page, by phone or on WhatsApp.
• Table times: tables are usually held for two hours, and there is a 15-minute grace period if you are late.
• Groups: bookings for ten or more people need a deposit.
• Special menus: SanSara runs festive menus and guest chef dinners from time to time, such as a Thai and Indian dinner with guest chefs from Bangkok.

See the official SanSara page for current menus.

Nearby

If you are staying at Grand Copthorne Waterfront, SanSara is right downstairs. The hotel's riverside spot puts Robertson Quay within walking distance. Further along Havelock Road, Tien Court at Copthorne King's Hotel serves Cantonese and Teochew food.

For a daytime outing, the Tiong Bahru estate and Tiong Bahru Market are close by. You can also browse more Indian restaurants in Singapore or other restaurants in Tiong Bahru and Alexandra.