Searching for Muslim-friendly meals in Singapore? I’ve all the time felt extremely blessed to reside in a multi-racial nation reminiscent of Singapore; the place irrespective of the place I flip, I can bask in a plethora of meals originating from totally different ethnicities. With its distinctive, fragrant and alluring mix of spices and herbs, Malay-Muslim delicacies is certainly one of my private favourites.
Muslim-friendly meals will be discovered throughout Singapore however have you learnt that are one of the best must-try spots? Here, I current to you 20 of Singapore’s finest Muslim-friendly eateries. You’ll undoubtedly have the ability to impress together with your information the subsequent time your pals jio you out to makan with them!
1. Selera Rasa Nasi Lemak
Located inside Adam Road Food Centre, Selera Rasa has unconsciously change into a synonym of nasi lemak to me; every time I consider nasi lemak, Selera Rasa instantly pops into my thoughts. If I needed to give out an award for ‘The Best Nasi Lemak‘, this stall wins arms down.
Being a nasi lemak stall, Selera Rasa provides an array of aspect dishes to associate with your order: fried egg, fried fish, fried rooster wing, and otah.
Inside their Chicken Wing Meal (S$5), their fluffy, irresistible imported premium basmati rice is splendidly aromatic and is nice sufficient to eat by itself. But after all, why would you try this when their tangy and spicy sambal enhances it so nicely?
The demand for his or her nasi lemak is so excessive that the stall has even put in place an internet supply system.
2 Adam Road, Adam Road Food Centre, #01-02, Singapore 289876
+65 9843 4509
Mon to Thu: 7am – 5pm
Sat to Sun: 7am – 3pm
Closed on Fri
Block 603, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5, #01-2683, Singapore 560603
Mon to Thu: 7.45am – 5pm
Sat to Sun: 7.45am – 1pm
Closed on Fri
2. Puncak
Nestled excessive up on Far East Plaza, Puncak describes itself as having the ‘best noodles and halal Malay food’. Well, they did make it to this checklist, and what I do know is that they serve probably the most splendidly Fried Halal Wantons (S$7.30), filled with greens.
Have you ever eaten wantons the place the pores and skin was so thick you felt such as you had been simply consuming deep-fried flour? Puncak’s Fried Wanton is fortunately nothing like that. When paired with the sauce graciously supplied by the stall, the satisfying crunch will please even the fussiest eater.
Other than the fried wantons on their menu, Puncak additionally has an important number of zi char-style meals selections accessible on their menu. Fried Kway Teow (S$7.10), and Claypot Rice (S$7.60) —you title it, they usually’ll most likely have it!
14 Scotts Road, Far East Plaza, #05-94, Singapore 228213
+65 6738 4348
Wed to Fri & Sun to Mon: 11.30am – 9pm
Sat: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Closed on Tue
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3. NaNa Thai Restaurant
If you occur to be on the town and are craving some halal-certified Thai meals, NaNa Thai Restaurant at Far East Plaza would be the eatery to go to. Served with prawns and a slice of lime, NaNa Thai’s Pad Thai (S$8) is bound to deliver again recollections of sunny Thailand!
Their servings additionally are inclined to run on the bigger parts, which is nice you probably have massive appetites. Not to say, extraordinarily value-for-money too.
14 Scotts Road, Far East Plaza, #04-22 to 24, Singapore 228213
+65 6333 8263
Sun to Fri: 11am – 9.30pm
Sat: 11am – 12.30am
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4. Tang Tea House Hong Kong Cafe
Tang Tea House Hong Kong Cafe prides itself on being ‘the most happening restaurant at Simpang Bedok and you’ll wish to make a visit all the way down to style their halal-certified dim sum reminiscent of rooster pau, har gau, siew mai, and even steamed rooster dumplings!
All of Tang Tea House’s halal-certified dim sum are exquisitely ready by genuine Shanghainese cooks in addition to Muslim cooks; which most likely explains why I’ve heard solely good issues about it. Other than dim sum, Tang Tea House additionally provides signature zi char dishes reminiscent of their Pan Fried Crispy Bee Hoon (S$11.50/S$17) and Kampong Fried Rice (S$6.80/S$13/S$18).
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5. Rasa Istimewa Waterfront Restaurant
A dine-in expertise is rarely fairly full with no magnificent view and Rasa Istimewa excels in giving clients a feast for his or her eyes. The Johor skyline is seen proper from the restaurant because of it being located proper on a jetty at Woodlands Waterfront Park.
It can be extraordinarily handy to go for a stroll alongside the jetty after you’re feeling your abdomen bursting on the seams from ingesting all that fantastic meals.
The number of objects accessible on Rasa Istimewa’s menu is spectacular; they’ve almost every little thing starting from fish, prawn, rooster, greens, cuttlefish, soup, rice, noodles, to even hotplates. Apparently certainly one of its should strive is its Black Pepper Crab that’s priced seasonally!
6A Admiralty Road West, Woodlands Waterfront Park, Singapore 757445
+65 6366 9339
Daily: 12pm – 12am
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Due to its unpretentious, kampung-style delicacies which in all fairness priced, HJH Maimunah Restaurant has typically been described as a ‘must-try’ restaurant. As a testomony to how scrumptious their meals is, additionally they cater for big-scale occasions, reminiscent of weddings or particular events.
Enjoy your nasi padang as a single dish or have it as a hidang, the place every dish is served to you on a smaller plate, similar to a mini banquet! Be certain to strive their Ayam Bakar Sunda (S$4.50) which is rooster doused in candy and savoury kecap manis sauce. Another good shout-out goes to the Sayur Lodeh (S$5/S$7), a concoction of greens simmered in coconut broth.
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7. Spize
If you endure from frequent late-night starvation pangs like me, you’ll perceive absolutely the significance of eating places that open until the wee hours of morning, which is why I completely love Spize.
Should you end up moving into Spize someday, I’d suggest you to strive their Spice Star Burger (S$14.90). An enormous slice of tender, handmade beef burger patty is packed proper in the midst of the burger, then topped off with a sunny aspect egg, a slice of cheese and a touch of BBQ sauce— the meal undoubtedly happy my style buds.
The burger comes with seasoned fries too however they weren’t the principle attraction, that’s for certain. Spize is not halal-certified however is within the midst of re-applying!
131 Rifle Range Road, #03-04, Singapore 588406
+65 8332 2694
Daily: 8.30am – 11pm
336 Bedok Road, Simpang Bedok, Bedok Shopping Complex, Singapore 469512
+65 6337 7493
Sun to Thu: 10am – 3am
Fri & Sat: 10am – 3.30am
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8. Badoque Cafe
Hipster cafes are aplenty in Singapore, however to listen to a couple of halal-certified one? I actually don’t come throughout many, which is why I used to be pleasantly stunned by Badoque Cafe‘s existence along Upper Thomson Road. It’s no marvel they’ve fairly a good Muslim following.
With dishes reminiscent of Lamb Shank (S$24++) and Chili Chukka (S$5.50++), you’ll by no means have to fret about whether or not your meals is Instagram-worthy as a result of it all the time is with Badoque Cafe. I’ve solely heard good feedback about their Beef Ribs (S$36++), which has change into one other to-eat merchandise added to my ever-growing checklist.
298 Bedok Road, Bedok Shopping Complex, Singapore 469454
+65 6446 6928
Tue to Fri: 5pm – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 3pm – 10pm
Closed on Mon
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9. Al-Azhar Eating Restaurant
I don’t suppose Al-Azhar Eating Restaurant wants any introduction. Situated in Bukit Timah, the place is all the time brimming stuffed with hungry supper-seeking clients every time I head over in the midst of the night time with my buddies.
In spite of its deceptively small kitchen measurement, the restaurant serves a big number of halal meals: Thai seafood, Western meals, Malay meals, and even Indian meals. You’ll undoubtedly discover one thing to fit your palate right here.
Other than their well-known dishes of prata, murtabak, and tremendous satay, you may anticipate to finish off your meal with all kinds of reasonably priced desserts. If you do occur to be an area dessert lover, Al-Azhar’s Chendol (S$5.50) can be proper up your alley.
It was wealthy and stuffed with flavour, topped with a copious quantity of vibrant inexperienced chendol strips. In my opinion, this beats all different bingsu I’ve ever tasted, and it’s at a fraction of the worth of a standard Korean shaved ice dessert!
11 Cheong Chin Nam Road, Singapore 599736
+65 6466 5052
Daily: 8am – 2am
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10. Peppermint
Formerly often called AquaMarine, Peppermint is without doubt one of the most highly-regarded halal buffet eating places in Singapore—situated within the luxurious PARKROYAL COLLECTION at Marina Bay, no much less.
Peppermint provides a tantalising unfold that’s an eclectic mixture of Asian and International favourites and flaunts a lush backyard theme following its renovation, with loads of greenery at each nook in addition to a farm-to-table idea.
Its buffet is priced at S$68++ for lunch and S$88++ for dinner, and clients can anticipate a halal smorgasbord of seafood together with tiger prawns and half-shell scallops, and likewise distinctive Hong Kong dishes reminiscent of Hong Kong-style braised Black Angus Beef Brisket and Steamed Rice Rolls with Clam and Chicken Oil.
6 Raffles Boulevard, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Level 4, Singapore 039594
+65 6845 1111
Mon to Fri: 6.30am – 10.30am & 12pm – 2.30pm & 6.30pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 6.30am – 10.30am & 12pm – 3pm & 6.30pm – 10pm
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Tipo Pasta Bar is not only the most effective halal eating places you will discover in Singapore, it’s additionally most likely the preferred reasonably priced pasta restaurant round, with lengthy ready occasions throughout supper time and seats which can be nearly totally booked out. Their important draw is their freshly handmade pasta, at a worth level manner beneath the common handmade pasta.
Their well-liked Build Your Own Pasta choices begin from an unbelievably reasonably priced S$9.90, with some tantalising choices accessible reminiscent of Caramelised Sundried Tomatoes (S$2.50), Sous Vide Egg (S$2.50), Truffle Oil (S$2.50) and even the opulent Salmon Caviar (S$5.50).
If you don’t wish to rack your brains over what might be one of the best potential combos, you will get a few of their home specials such because the Classy Carbonara (S$18.90) with alfredo sauce, smoked duck, and sous vide egg, or the wealthy and tangy Seafood Sensation (S$18.90) that’s bathed in a crimson Pomodoro sauce and topped with prawns and white clams.
28 Aliwal Street, #01-07, Singapore 199918
+65 8768 0785
Daily: 11am – 10pm
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A quite distinctive addition to the halal meals scene in Singapore, Restaurant Aisyah supplies a very novel expertise by way of meals choice, bringing a distinct segment of halal Chinese delicacies to the Muslim neighborhood.
If you’ve been hankering for a piping scorching bowl of noodles, there’s the hearty Beef Shank Noodle (S$13.80) that can satiate everybody with the flavourful broth, whereas the Stewed Mutton Noodles (S$13.80) provides the identical heartiness however with a mild gamey whisper to intensify its robustness.
For these nursing a yearning for dumplings, it’s a no brainer to go for the Chicken Dumplings Spicy Sauce (S$13.80) that are made in-house every day, showering your tastebuds with probably the most superb spice-tinged flavour explosion.
176 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068624
+65 9372 4321
Mon to Sat: 11.30am – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 8.30pm
Closed on Sun
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One of the stalwarts of the halal cafe scene, Working Title Burger Bar might be additionally one of the vital well-known burger bars in Singapore, having gone by way of two retailers however nonetheless drawing in lots of loyal followers coming in for a chunk of their succulent burgers.
Working Title serves up indulgent halal burgers that embody the likes of the Baconator (S$20/S$23) which encompasses a juicy home-ground beef patty, beef bacon, Gouda and luscious caramelised onions. All burgers are served with a aspect of golden crispy fries.
If you’re not a giant fan of beef, then you too can go for the distinctive Black Sheep (S$19/S$22) that encompasses a lamb patty, feta cheese, sumac onion and inexperienced harissa aioli, all that are given the nice and cozy embrace of a jet-black charcoal bun.
783 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198751
+65 8768 0463
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
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The Bravery is probably finest identified for its quaint and rustic spot outdated spot at Jalan Besar, raved by many as the most effective halal brunch eating places you will discover in Singapore. Though our go to in early 2021 wasn’t so promising, judging by its Google opinions, evidently the cafe has upped its requirements in current occasions.
After having moved to 50 Amoy Street, it’s comforting to know that the brand new Bravery menu nonetheless has the identical comforting choice of brunch favourites reminiscent of Pancake Stacks (S$16) which can be accessible from as early as 9am.
One of the preferred breakfast objects right here needs to be the picturesque Avo & Eggs (S$14), an IG darling that options one slice of guac-laden toast and one other scrambled eggs-loaded monster. Besides the breakfast objects, additionally they have extra filling lunch objects just like the Salmon Rice Bowl (S$20).
50 Amoy Street, Singapore 069876
+65 9248 4391
Tue to Thu: 9am – 5pm
Fri to Sun: 9am – 9.30pm
Closed on Mon
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It was a welcome shock for a lot of followers of halal cafe extraordinaire Asap & Co. after they introduced a second idea at Jalan Besar. Meat aficionados had been clamouring to see how the favored smoked meats consultants expanded on their smoked meat empire.
If you get certainly one of Cherry & Oak’s signature smoked sharing platters, you need to undoubtedly get a aspect of Nasi Lemak Bakar (S$1++), which primarily means burnt nasi lemak. Some of their hottest smoked meats embody the Beef Brisket (S$24++/200g) produced from Pure Natural Black Angus from Australia.
Other favourites embody Beef Short Rib (S$58++/500g), Lamb Cutlets (S$25++), Half Chicken (S$16++), and Rainbow Sausages (S$16++) whereas additionally they have premium satay accessible—Smoked Chicken Satay Madura (S$18++ for ½ dozen) and Smoked Wagyu Satay Madura (S$24++ for ½ dozen).
95 Owen Road, Singapore 218907
+65 9119 4074
Tue to Sun: 11am – 10pm
Closed on Mon
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Mum Daughter Kitchen is a nasi padang stall situated at Chinatown Complex, and it’s run by Jahan and her husband, Clarence, a Chinese Muslim convert. The enterprise began in mid-2020 as a home-based enterprise promoting and delivering nasi padang.
I had absolutely the honour of reviewing it and wow, am I nonetheless blown away by their Sotong Masak Hitam (S$3.50) and the tremendous creamy and savoury Ayam Masak Lemak Chilli Padi (S$2.50). I haven’t even gotten to one of the best half— if you happen to select your dishes accurately, your order can go as little as S$2.50! Oh, and gravy is freed from cost!
335 Smith Street, Chinatown Complex, #02-158, Singapore 050335
+65 8157 6616
Mon to Fri: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Sat: 8.30am – 2.30pm
Closed on Sun
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One of the nice issues which have come out of the hawker scene over the previous couple of years is the emergence of Western meals for the youthful viewers. Ashes Burnnit isn’t any exception with its handcrafted beef patty. Started in 2019, Ashes Burnnit now has seven retailers, with one at New York!
When we tried it, we discovered the Truffle Mushroom Burger (S$8/S$11) to have the right steadiness of earthy truffle cream that went nicely with the country savouriness of the sauteed mushroom. The home made patty was additionally grilled fantastically. Be warned, the Grilled Chicken Mac & Cheese (S$7.50) is severely addictive!
505 Beach Road, Golden Mile Food Centre, #B1-24, Singapore 199583
+65 9843 0071
Mon to Thu: 11.30am – 8pm
Fri to Sun: 11.30am – 8.30pm
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Continuing with fashionable hawker developments, SALAI by MeatDrop specialises in promoting grilled premium meats like entire rooster, lamb ribs and steak since 2021. They are an extension of MeatDrop, a Muslim-owned premium halal meat supplier.
One of the must-tries is the SALAI by MeatDrop platter (S$60), which has a complete grilled rooster, smoked lamb ribs and grilled Angus. When we had it, each bit of the grilled Angus was cooked to an ideal medium uncommon. Even the lamb meat was sliding off its bone. A meal right here would make you marvel if you happen to’re actually consuming at a hawker!
31 Commonwealth Crescent, Commonwealth Crescent Market and Food Centre, #02-71, Singapore 149644
+65 8874 5690
Tue to Wed: 12pm – 8pm
Thu: 12pm – 6pm
Fri: 5pm – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Closed on Mon
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For one thing slight overseas, The Great Mischief is a restaurant serving Catalan-inspired dishes on the National Gallery. The Great Mischief belongs to The Black Hole Group, and also you could be conversant in their different manufacturers reminiscent of Tipo and Working Title Burger Bar— each of that are on this checklist!
Expect to be handled with flavours of España with each lunch and dinner menus. Options embody the Arroz Negro (S$46++), which is squid ink paella served with child octopus and lemon curd. Do additionally take into account The Grande (S$28++) that has a alternative of herb rooster sausage or lamb merguez with pimento beans, fried potatoes and petite salad with an egg, cooked to your desire.
1 Saint Andrew’s Road, National Gallery Singapore, #01-17, Singapore +65 8721 3150
Daily: 10am – 5pm & 6pm – 10pm
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The battle for one of the best fried rooster is a endless one, however to me, that’s a blessing in disguise. The extra choices, the merrier! Speaking of which, Buttrmilk is certainly one of them. This Southern-style fried rooster and waffle eatery first opened its doorways in 2021 at Kinex.
All its rooster goes by way of a 24-hour marination, which makes use of a secret mix of spices and seasoning, and this seems to be a sport changer.
The Two-piece Drum and Thigh Combo (SS$12.90) has an ASMR-worthy crunch and tangy warmth. As the title suggests, it additionally has waffle choices reminiscent of Buttrmilk Waffle (S$5) that’s pillowy and dense on the similar time.
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