Le Bistrot De L'Olive

Le Bistrot De L'Olive served bistro-style French and Mediterranean cuisine with full halal certification, operating from V Hotel Bencoolen in Bugis and offering Muslim diners a rare opportunity to enjoy authentic French dining within halal guidelines. The restaurant represented an uncommon concept in Singapore—a Muslim-friendly French bistro that blended classic French preparations with Mediterranean influences while maintaining strict halal standards.

The menu showcased French culinary traditions through dishes like Duck Confit, Beef Bourguignon, French onion soup, and creme brulee, alongside Mediterranean favorites including kebabs, falafels, hummus, and tabbouleh. Premium steak options featured Angus or Wagyu beef served with French beans, potato gratin, and bordelaise sauce, demonstrating the restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients and classical preparations adapted for halal dining.

The concept addressed a significant gap in Singapore's dining scene, as Muslim-friendly French restaurants remain uncommon even today. While customer reviews were mixed, with some praising the halal French-Mediterranean fusion and others finding pricing high or service inconsistent, the restaurant provided an important option for Muslim diners seeking European fine dining experiences. The establishment has since closed, but it represented an ambitious attempt to bring French bistro culture to the halal dining market in Singapore's Bugis district.