Julien Royer

Chef-Owner, Odette

Julien Royer is the award-winning chef-owner of Odette, a three Michelin-starred modern French restaurant at the National Gallery Singapore. Born into a fourth-generation farming family in Cantal, France, Julien’s early connection to nature shaped his lifelong respect for seasonality, terroir, and produce—principles that continue to guide his cooking.

Alongside Odette, he is also the chef-patron of Claudine in Singapore and founder of the one Michelin-starred Louise in Hong Kong. His culinary style blends classical French technique with regional influences from his years in Asia, delivering refined yet soulful food grounded in authenticity.

Odette is named after his grandmother and reflects her belief in thoughtful hospitality. The restaurant celebrates artisans and boutique producers from Japan, France, Australia and beyond, with dishes showcasing ingredients at their seasonal peak.

Julien has led Odette to international acclaim: No.1 in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants (2019), No.8 on the World’s 50 Best (2021), and multiple honours including the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award (2022), Les Grandes Tables du Monde Restaurateur of the Year, and the Estrella Damm Chefs’ Choice Award (2023).

Previously trained under Michel Bras in France, Julien has worked across the French West Indies, London, and Singapore. A mentor and global speaker, he’s presented at Madrid Fusion Manila, Ubud Food Festival, and Hangar-7’s Restaurant Ikarus in Austria, and judged the San Pellegrino Young Chef Competition.