Julien Royer

The Climb

French technique and produce discipline frame the early formation here: Julien Royer built his craft at Restaurant Bras in Laguiole, France, then continued in a chef / culinary role at Bernard Andrieux in Durtol, Auvergne, France. The Singapore progression moved through hotel and dining-room precision: Chef de cuisine at Brasserie Les Saveurs, St Regis Hotel in Singapore (2008–2011), then Chef de cuisine at JAAN, Swissôtel The Stamford in Singapore (2011–2015). A contemporary French dining portfolio in Singapore and Hong Kong now carries that foundation through distinct rooms: Julien is chef-owner of Odette (since 2015), chef-owner of Louise (since 2019), and owner/operator of Claudine (since 2021). The through-line is not expansion for its own sake, but a continued use of French structure, seasonal produce, and Asian influence within fine dining.

Today

The menu at Odette is based on French cuisine, with Asian influence evident in many dishes, and the seven-course tasting menu is created from the best seasonal produce. Ingredient selection remains central to the work: Julien Royer depends on artisanal producers in Asia and Europe, then treats ingredients carefully to foreground their purest flavour. His stated measure is direct: "We want something that is flavorful, that is a representation of our cuisine, of course, but the number one thing has to be the taste, and everything is based around that." French dining, when handled across markets, needs continuity without flattening place. In Hong Kong, Julien Royer is founder of Louise. In Singapore, he is chef-patron of Claudine. Across these current roles, the specialty remains a refreshing perspective on French dining shaped by produce, season, and Asian influence.

In Their Words “We want something that is flavorful, that is a representation of our cuisine, of course, but the number one thing has to be the taste, and everything is based around that.”

Recognition

Julien Royer has received Michelin Guide: Odette awarded Three Michelin Stars (2019). Restaurant recognition here is tied to Odette’s and Claudine’s placement within international and regional peer lists. Julien's honors include The World's 50 Best Restaurants: Odette #14 (2023), Asia's 50 Best Restaurants: Odette #6 (2023), Asia's 50 Best Restaurants: Claudine #85 (2023), The World's 50 Best Restaurants: Odette #36 (2022), Asia's 50 Best Restaurants: Odette #8 (2022), and The World's 50 Best Restaurants: Odette #8 (2021).