DRIM Singapore: Savour Korean Warmth, Craft & Intention In Town

Step away from the rush of Orchard Road and you find yourself in a very different rhythm at DRIM. Located within Mandarin Gallery, this top-tier Korean steakhouse feels less like a restaurant and more like a quiet retreat shaped by warmth, craft and intention. The name DRIM means “Sincerely Yours” in Korean, and that philosophy runs through everything here, from the food to the space to the way each meal unfolds. It is a place where you and your loved ones can slow down, reconnect and savour Korean cuisine at its most thoughtful.

Where Hanok Design Meets Modern Elegance

The first thing you notice is the atmosphere. DRIM draws inspiration from the traditional Korean hanok, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens. Warm wooden tables fitted with smokeless charcoal grills anchor the space, while soft lantern-style lighting casts a gentle glow that feels both calming and refined. An open kitchen allows you to glimpse the chefs at work, adding a sense of quiet theatre without overwhelming the room.

Whether you are seated in the main dining area or one of the private rooms designed for more intimate gatherings, the environment encourages unhurried meals and meaningful conversation. It is elegant without being formal, polished without feeling distant.

Korean Barbecue Elevated Through Precision and Care

At the heart of DRIM is its premium Korean barbecue experience. Here, meats are grilled tableside by trained staff over smokeless charcoal, ensuring precise doneness and consistency. Each cut is selected for its marbling, juiciness and balance of flavour, allowing the natural character of the meat to shine.

The DRIM Beef and Pork selection brings together the chefs’ favourite premium cuts, served alongside Korean soup and fresh ssam wraps for a complete and deeply satisfying barbecue experience. The focus is not on excess, but on quality, balance and respect for tradition.

Signature Dishes That Go Beyond the Grill

While barbecue may be the anchor, DRIM’s menu extends far beyond the grill. One standout is the newly launched Yukhoe Mulhoe, a cold beef tartare soup traditionally enjoyed during Korean summers. At DRIM, this refreshing dish is crafted with hand-cut rump cap from MSA-certified EQG grain-fed beef, paired with crisp vegetables and 100% buckwheat noodles. Served in a chilled, sweet, tangy broth with shaved ice and subtle layers of heat and kelp-infused depth, it is cooling, revitalising, and quietly complex.

Before introducing the dish, the kitchen conducted a tasting session with over one hundred Korean diners to ensure the flavours remained true to what Koreans recognise and love. The result is a dish that feels authentic yet approachable, especially if you are discovering it for the first time.

Comforting Classics Crafted the Traditional Way

DRIM’s commitment to authenticity is also evident in its noodles and soups. The Signature Perilla Oil Buckwheat Noodles are made using 100% buckwheat, freshly ground and kneaded in-house before being dressed in a fragrant perilla seed sauce. Nutty, aromatic and deeply comforting, it is a dish that lingers pleasantly on the palate.

For something heartier, the Galbitang is slow-boiled for twenty-four hours, allowing the beef rib broth to develop clarity, depth and natural sweetness. It is the kind of dish that feels restorative, grounding and timeless.

A Place for Connection, Not Just Dining

What sets DRIM apart is how it makes you feel. This is not a meal meant to be rushed or photographed endlessly. It is an experience designed for presence. The careful pacing, the attentive yet unobtrusive service, and the harmony between food and space all work together to create moments of genuine connection.

It is little wonder that DRIM has quietly become a favourite among regional celebrities and public figures. Yet despite its reputation, the restaurant never feels showy. The focus remains firmly on sincerity, craftsmanship and the joy of sharing a meal.

Plan Your Visit

DRIM is located at 333A Orchard Road, #02-14 Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 238897. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 12pm to 3pm and 6pm to 11pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 11.30am to 3pm and 5pm to 11pm. More details can be found at drim.sg or on Instagram.