From 23 Mar to 21 Apr 2023, Muslims in Singapore will be observing Ramadan. This holy month is more than just fasting and abstaining from food and drink as Muslims will also engage in charity, practise compassion and spend time to self-reflect and repent through religious practices.

Fasting is an important part of Ramadan and iftar (breaking the fast) is a special time that’s usually spent in the company of family or friends to foster gratitude and the spirit of community. We hope that our top halal restaurant and buffet recommendations will make your iftar experience an even more blessed one. 🤩

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Top halal restaurants & cafes in Singapore

01 • Wakuwaku Yakiniku

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Tucked amidst hip cafes and eateries in Bali Lane is Wakuwaku Yakiniku, Singapore’s first-ever halal yakiniku restaurant. There’s so much to try out here, but if you’re not sure of where to start, we suggest that you give their popular Beef Platter which consists of different cuts of meat a try first. 

Once you’re feeling more ready to go all out, go ahead and order from their comprehensive menu of close to 50 different dishes. Some of their superhit picks are Jo Leek Tongue (a dish made from grilled beef tongue) and Beef Tongue Curry Don. You’ll also be able to order seafood, lamb and chicken options as well.

📍 Address: 27 Bali Lane, Singapore 189863
📞 Phone: 6291 6891
⏰ Opening hours: 5pm to 10pm daily
🌐 Website: wakuwaku.sg
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified, Muslim-owned

02 •  Joo Chiat Caphe

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Who’s itching for yummy banh mi that’s also kind on the wallet? We sure are. 😋

Run by a couple that’s known for selling top-notch otah in the past, it’s not a surprise that their Mackerel Otah is their main pride. All their banh mi options come with generous amounts of stuffings, so these would surely make for a filling dinner.

One of their other popular options is the Battered Crispy Fish Fillet with Honey Mustard Sauce which will take you to food heaven, especially when washed down by their signature Iced Drip Vietnamese Coffee.

Tip: During Ramadan, simply order your meals ahead of time and pick up before the restaurant closes to enjoy them in the comfort of your home.

📍 Address: 263 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427517
📞 Phone: 6988 1900
⏰ Opening hours: Tue to Sun, 9am – 5.45pm | Closed on Mondays
🌐 Website: joochiatcaphe.com
🍴 Halal status: Muslim-friendly, halal-sourced ingredients

03 • Jtown Cafe

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(Photo: SG Food on Foot)

More cheap eats? Yes, please! Local legend has it that the bakso (Indonesian meatballs in soup) and chicken bakmie here are to die for. For those who prefer levelling up on the spiciness, check out their Bakmie Ayam Cabe Ijo (Green Chilli Chicken Noodle). They also sell fluffy and spongy martabak just the way it’s made in Indonesia and it’s honestly one of the best we’ve had in Singapore.

📍 Address: 220 Orchard Road, #B1-04 – 05, Singapore 238852
📞 Phone: 9230 5040
⏰ Opening hours: Tues to Sun, 12pm – 8pm | Closed on Mondays
🌐 Website: instagram.com/jtowncafe/
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

04 • Alley.Wei

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Whether you have a sweet tooth or love sinking your teeth into something savoury, Alley.Wei is the place to satisfy your unshakeable Taiwanese food cravings. It would be a sin to not order their bestselling silken soya beancurd which must serve as a dip for the perfectly-fried golden and crispy youtiao. Some of us have even tried breaking the youtiao into pieces and soaking them in the beancurd — it was pure bliss.

Other crowd-pullers are the scallion pancake, steamed pau and beef noodles.

Address: 930 Yishun Ave 2, #B1-151 Makan Town, Northpoint City, Singapore 769098
Opening hours: Sun to Wed, 11am – 9pm | Thu to Sat, 11am – 9.30pm
Website: instagram.com/alleyweisg/
Halal status: Halal-certified

05 •  Captain Kim Korean BBQ & Hotpot

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This resto is all about that authentic hands-on experience. Every table is fitted with a grill and an exhaust hood so that you can enjoy prepping your own dinner. There are over 60 selections of high-quality meats available that are already marinated, so all you have to do is pick your favourites and have them delivered to your table for grilling. You’ll also be able to enjoy free-flowing drinks and hotpot varieties like army stew. 

📍 Address: 300 Tampines Avenue 5, #01-06 NTUC Income Tampines Junction, Singapore 529653. View the other outlets here.
📞 Phone: 6260 4247
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 11.30am – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
🌐 Website: kingdomfood.sg/captain-kim-korean-bbq-hotpot/
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

06 •  Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop

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(Photo: Have Halal Will Travel)

If you’re heading off to Punggol for a leisure drive, don’t forget to drop by at Punggol Container Park to get your halal food fix. Tenderbest has opened this Instagrammable outlet which is especially known for its brunch menu — comprising the Hearty Bowl of Brekkie Laksa with Fresh Cockles, Croque Madame and many more.

Address: 60 Punggol East, #01-09, Singapore 828825. View other outlets here.
Phone: 9059 2663
Opening hours: Mon to Fri, 11am – 10.30pm | Sat & Sun, 8.30am – 10.30pm
Website: tenderfresh.com.sg/tenderbestmakciktuckshop
Halal status: Halal-certified

07 • Lola Faye Cafe

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Your midnight snack hunt wouldn’t be complete without Lola Faye Cafe’s decadent chocolate syrup-drizzled Belgian waffles, ice-cream, wraps and sandwiches. They even serve sinfully tasty gelato in flavours like Salted Caramel, Strawberry Cheesecake and Biscoff Butter which can be added as a topping to your waffle. Happy calories guaranteed! 😋

📍 Address: 35 Hamilton Road, #01-03, Singapore 209204
📞 Phone: 8860 8248
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 2pm – 2am
🌐 Website: instagram.com/lolafaye.cafe/
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified, Muslim-owned

08 • Smitten Ice Cream Bar

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People of the East, listen up — there’s a halal ice cream joint in Simpang Bedok where you can choose from over 18 different flavours of ice cream that have quirky names. We’re so intrigued by Atas Paddle Pop, Putu Piring and Ondeh Ondeh. The selections are also quite reasonably priced, starting from about $3.80 for a single scoop.

Apart from ice cream, they also sell waffles, brownies and floats.

📍 Address: 348 Bedok Road, #01-11, Singapore 469560
⏰ Opening hours: Sun to Thu, 12pm – 11pm | Fri to Sat and PH Eve, 12pm – 1am
🌐 Website: smittenicecreambar.sg
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

09 • Nusa

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Grilled food for iftar sounds absolutely scrumptious. Nusa, which specialises in Indonesian-style grilled meats, has exactly what you need. There are so many tasty treats to try, ranging from meats, to rice dishes, and even seafood.

We recommend the classic tahu telor (fried beancurd and egg), a delicious starter to begin your dinner with. Moving on to the main courses, why not try out the udang bakar besar (chargrilled prawns in sauce) or the tender kambing bakar (grilled lamb marinated in special sauce)?

If you’re still quite unsure of what to get, check out the Nusa’s Signature Grilled Platter which comes with a little of everything.

📍 Address: 70 Collyer Quay, #01-03, Singapore 049323
📞 Phone: 8711 2181
⏰ Opening hours: Sun to Thurs, 11.30am – 10pm | Friday, 11.30am – 11pm | Sat, 4pm – 11pm
🌐 Website: nusagrill.com
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

10 • Brio

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Brio is one of those Western food places that’ll truly satiate your appetite and still keep you coming back for more — and it’s not surprising because they pull out all the stops and make sure you get only the best. For instance, their 36-hour Oxtail Bourguignonne stew is so well-cooked and seasoned that it’ll just make you melt in joy. If seafood is your thing, the cute Clam Pot dish will definitely hit all the spots. And since no meal is complete without a dessert, be sure to indulge in the richness of their Chocolate Lava Cake which oozes out a good amount of chocolatey goo.

Address: 1 Jurong West Central 2, #02-24/K5, Singapore 648886
Phone: 6795 9606
Opening hours: Mon to Fri, 11am – 10pm | Sat & Sun, 10.30am – 10pm
Website: brio.com.sg
Halal status: Halal-certified

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Top halal restaurants & cafes in Singapore

01 • Peppermint

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For a premium spin on Peranakan favourites like Hee Piew Tng (fish maw soup) and rendang, head down to Peppermint where chef de cuisine Leon Yee and his team are ready to blow your mind with their new spread.

The menu includes the spicy and delicious Auntie Gaik Lean’s assam lobster, tender Black Angus beef oxtail pongtail, and grilled large sotong with sweet chilli tau yew.

The Flavours of Peranakan dinner is available from 17 March to 30 April 2023.

Address: 6 Raffles Boluevard Level 4, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore 039594
Phone: 6845 1000
Website: panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina-bay/dining/peppermint.html
Halal status: Halal-certified

02 • Atrium Restaurant

(Photo: Have Halal Will Travel)

Difference in preferences? Atrium Restaurant at Holiday Inn may just be the perfect place for your squad. From traditional Malay cuisine to Western choices, Peranakan delights, and Indian favourites, you’ll find a little bit of everything to satisfy everyone’s cravings.

Don’t forget to dig into their Beef Rendang, the quirky-yet-delectable Fried Fish with Black Bean Sauce, Bubur Cha Cha and Chocolate Fondue just to name a few. There’s also a prayer room available within the hotel.

The Ramadan Buffet is available from 22 March to 1 May 2023.

Address: 317 Outram Road, Singapore 169075
Phone: 6733 0188
Website: singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com/ramadan-iftar-buffet-singapore
Halal status: Halal-certified

03 • Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant

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Indulge in a grand iftar feast this Ramadan at Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant where an array of authentic Indonesian food awaits you. Start off by coaxing your appetite with their seafood picks like sweet and sour fish, and cereal prawns. 

Then, dive into their main spread consisting of tender beef rendang, ayam saus woku (chicken topped with Manado spices) and sayur lodeh among many others. Prayer room is available within the hotel.

The Ramadan dinner menu is available from 23 March to 21 April 2023.

📍 Address: 405 Havelock Road, Level 3, Furama RiverFront, Singapore 169633
📞 Phone: 6739 6463
🌐 Website: furama.com/riverfront/dining/dining-promotions/Ramadan-at-Kintamani
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

04 • Elfuego

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An 8-course halal omakase menu? Now we’re talking. From now till 21 April 2023, Elfuego is offering a tasty omakase spread for Ramadan.

To begin your meal, sink your teeth into Sakoshi Bay oysters with fresh cucumber and lime. Mmm…delicious!

Next, try out the tender U.S. Beef Short Rib, or if you’re looking for a vegetarian option, there’s the Texture of Mushroom. Wrap up your meal with their heavenly cassata ice-cream. 😋

📍 Address: 78 Airport Blvd, #02-216 Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore 819666
📞 Phone: 6513 0716
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 9pm
🌐 Website: elfuego.sg
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

05 • Tambuah Mas

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If you’re having trouble deciding what you want to get for your iftar dinner, here’s a suggestion — why not get a little of everything? Tambuah Mas has you covered with their massive and filling set meals.

Expect Indonesian classics such as nila goreng (crisp-fried red fish in sweet-spicy sauce), spicy kangkong belacan (stir-fried water spinach in chilli shrimp paste), and ayam goreng istimewa (fried chicken with a golden spice blend). Plus, they’ve got free flow of white rice for the big eaters!

📍 Address: 290 Orchard Rd, #B1-44 Paragon Mall, 238859. Other location available here.
📞 Phone: 6733 2220
⏰ Opening hours: 5pm to 10pm daily
🌐 Website: tambuahmas.com
🍴 Halal status: Halal-certified

06 • Carousel

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Not able to fly out yet? Don’t worry — this year’s fasting month, Carousel is presenting an international buffet that’ll include 100% original Japanese, local, and Mediterranean food. Be sure to try some of their signatures like the Singapore Chilli Crab and mantou, fresh sashimi, premium snow crab leg and Kajimoto Bay oysters.

The Heritage Flavours menu is available from 23 March to 22 April 2023.

Address: 25 Scotts Road, Royal Plaza, Singapore 228220
Phone: 6219 3780
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 7am – 10am, 12pm – 2pm, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Website: carouselbuffet.com.sg/heritage-flavours-menu/
Halal status: Halal-certified

07 • Ginger

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For a full Malay meal for the entire fam, head over to Ginger where traditional and modern meet in the most perfect confluence. Tuck into a luxurious spread of rendang udang galah perak, kuzi kambing Johor, and more. Make sure you set enough space in your stomach to enjoy their Whole-baked Salmon Crusted with Serunding.

The Ramadan menu is available from 22 March to 30 April 2023.

Address: 7500 Beach Road, PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Singapore 199591
Phone: 3138 1995
Website: tablecheck.com/en/shops/parkroyal-beach-road-ginger/reserve
Halal status: Halal-certified

08 •  Permata Singapore

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Permata Singapore is putting its heart and soul into this year’s Ramadan feast with their 2023 Nusantera iftar menu. Kick-start your dinner with the Permata Bima, a refreshing mix of pineapple juice, coconut juice, and blue lagoon syrup before tucking into bestselling main dishes that’ll just tick all the boxes.

Some of them have been specially created for this period — such as the percik lamb ribs, palumara chicken, botok botok barramundi, Mee Maidin, and the ulam ulaman (a traditional Malaysian salad dish). Prayer room is available on the second floor.

The Nusantara iftar menu is available from 23 March to 20 April 2023.

Address: 73 Sultan Gate, Singapore 198497
Phone: 9082 9941
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 12pm – 10pm
Website: gedungkuning.sg/permata
Halal status: Halal-certified

09 • Window on the Park

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If you’ll be able to handle a 40-dish menu, block your calendar for an evening at Window on the Park. There’s a plethora of options to be discovered, ranging from Malay and Indian to Western cuisines. For local flavours, try out their seafood hor fun and the lip-smacking Lamb Chop Rendang Kerisik Sauce which is said to be one of the highlights.

Then, go ahead and satiate yourself with the salmon with a side of creamy salted egg sauce that’s sure to cosy up to your tongue. End the evening with the pengat pisang with sago and their fluffy swiss roll. This one’s going to leave you with a bellyful, so do wear something loose and comfortable.

The Selera Iftar buffet is available from 22 March to 21 April 2023.

Address: 11 Cavenagh Road, #02-00, Holiday Inn, Singapore 229616
Phone: 6733 8333
Website: singaporeorchard.holidayinn.com/offer/santapan-ramadan-window-park
Halal status: Halal-certified

10 • The Halia

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(Photo: The Halal Food Blog)

Nestled in a quiet corner of Botanic Garden that gives off somewhat of a kampong vibe, this restaurant screams romantic whether you’re taking bae out on a quiet date night or for a quick brunch fix.

But they’re also known for their All Day Menu which brings in bigger groups of hungry foodies. Their unique spread features dishes like the Lemongrass & Ginger Prawn Salad, Charred Fremantle Octopus, and the must-try 48-hour Blackmore Wagyu Spare Rib. You’ll also be able to complement your main course with the Truffle Fries, and salads.

Sweet tooths shouldn’t go home without trying out their Basque Burnt Cheesecake.

Address: 1 Cluny Road, Ginger Garden (enter via Tyersall Avenue), Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore 259569
Phone: 8444 1148
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Fri, 11am – 8.30pm | Sat to Sun, 10am – 8.30pm
Website: thehalia.com
Halal status: Halal-certified

11 • The Buffet Restaurant

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Bond with your family this sacred month with M Hotel’s Iftar Fiesta menu where you’ll be treated to an exciting range of cuisines. Chinese food lovers will enjoy their signature MSG-free Supreme Collagen Rich Broth which comes with a variety of fresh seafood and tender cuts of premium meat.

The traditonal Malay feast includes time-honoured dishes like the Oxtail Asam Pedas with hard rolls (sour and spicy oxtail stew), Deep-fried Cempedak (fried jackfruit), and Itik salai masak lemak (duck cooked in lemak gravy). To cool yourself down after the big meal, help yourself to their special handcrafted desserts.

The Iftar Fiesta menu is available from 15 March to 23 April 2023.

Address: 81 Anson Road, Singapore 079908
Phone: 6500 6116
⏰ Opening hours: Wed to Sun, 6pm – 10pm | Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Website: millenniumhotels.com/en/offers/asia/m-hotel-singapore-city-centre/dining/the-buffet-restaurant/ramadan/
Halal status: Halal-certified

We hope that this list will come handy for your iftar evenings. Don’t forget to bookmark this blog post and share it with your family and friends.

And if you’re looking to drive your extended family down for an iftar dinner, we’ve got just the cars you need! Plus, if you’re itching for a good iftar deal, we’ve partnered with Peninsula Excelsior Hotel to give you 3 hours of free parking when you drive down to their buffet.

To redeem your free parking, simply mention “GETGOPADANG” to the restaurant staff while you’re there.

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Have a blessed Ramadan!
Luna 🕌