10 Best Halal Restaurant in Singapore: Explore Halal Delights

There are many halal restaurants in Singapore offering a wide range of cuisines, including local, Indonesian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Spanish, and French. Options are available to satisfy most people’s tastes.

After trying nearly 30 different halal restaurants in Singapore, I’ve come up with a list of the top ten that you won’t want to miss. Don’t hurt your head searching for halal food—let me save you the trouble with my carefully curated list of the best halal spots in town.

10 Best Halal Restaurants in Singapore:

1. The Secret Garden By Zeekri
2. The Great Mischief
3. Working Title Riverside
4. Fu-Men Japanese Udon and Donburi Restaurant
5. Kulon
6. Overrice
7. Restaurant Aisyah
8. Tipo Pasta Bar
9. The Malayan Council
10. IndoChili

1. The Secret Garden By Zeekri (French cuisine)

The first halal restaurant in Singapore on this list reminds me of a vacation I took in France several years ago. This delightful floral-themed restaurant is on Baghdad Street.

I was happy to find classic French dishes such as French Onion Soup and Potato Gratin Dauphinois.

As a starter, I chose the Achoïade. For my main course, I ordered the classic beef bourguignon and the French Striploin Steak, both of which were cooked to perfection.

The atmosphere was warm and cosy, with relaxing music playing in the background. It’s a perfect place for a relaxing meal with loved ones. The chic French vibe is also great for capturing Instagram-worthy moments.

I like that there is a designated prayer area for Muslim diners. Very thoughtful.

The price was reasonable, I spent between around S$30 to S$40. The service staff was also friendly and chatty. Their suggestions and lighthearted jokes added another layer of enjoyment to my experience.

One last thing that I must mention, the restrooms are very clean.

2. The Great Mischief (Spanish cuisine)

The Great Mischief is a halal restaurant in Singapore serving Spanish cuisine on the first floor of the National Gallery.

This restaurant is decorated in pastel hues and seems like a scene from a Wes Anderson film. It also has subtle gold accents, cosy arches, and terrazzo details.

I was lucky to get a seat in one of these corner seats. There is plenty of light shining through the windows. In addition, I was able to look out onto the Padang and enjoy the view of Marina Bay Sands.

I came here for lunch and ordered the Great Mischief Set, which cost S$25. The set includes one croquet, one choice of main course (I chose La Chicky Muffin), and any drink (I ordered red apple juice).

I like everything I’ve ordered. I also enjoy the comfortable seating and the aesthetics. This is my new favourite spot for my next brunch date or a quiet weekday afternoon.

3. Working Title Riverside (Western cuisine)

Working Title Riverside is a halal restaurant in Singapore under the same group company that operates The Great Mischief.

This cafe is a 10-minute walk from Lavender MRT and is located along the Kallang River.

Whether it’s lazy brunches, sunset dinners, or even family outings, this place has you covered. The all-day dining concept offers a diverse menu ranging from the classic eggs benny to Aussie-style barbecue.

I had a great vibe here. The atmosphere was fantastic and it was not noisy even though the cafe is beside the road. I enjoy the outdoor dining area as I can take in the surrounding greenery while eating my meal.

If you want to work here, there are charging plugs and free Wi-Fi.

I ordered the Working Hardest Set for S$25.The set includes a dish of Bent Ribs, one choice of main course (I chose Working Title Big Breekie), and any drink (I ordered the Graham Norton milkshake).

Bent Ribs are corn ribs with a variety of spices. The Big Breekie includes toasted sourdough, chicken and lab sausages, grilled portobello mushrooms, tomatoes, and salad. The Graham Norton milkshake contains vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, graham crackers, and whipped cream.

Overall, the food and drinks were excellent. I had a great dining experience.

4. Fu-Men Japanese Udon and Donburi Restaurant (Japanese cuisine)

Fu-Men is a halal restaurant in Singapore serving Japanese cuisine.

The restaurant serves donburi and udon dishes, such as shrimp tempura donburi, beef udon, and tempura udon.

Furthermore, I discovered that Fu-Men also has other classic Japanese foods, such as sushi, sashimi, edamame, seaweed salad, and miso soup.

I enjoy the atmosphere. It had a homely and calm atmosphere.

I ordered The Japanese Burdock Tempura Udon. It comes with a big tempura burdock served with udon noodles. The Burdock Tempura is crispy and has a robust earthy and bittersweet taste. The broth is flavourful, and the noodles are chewy and smooth.

I also got the popular dish, Beef Korokke. It consists of ground beef and mashed potatoes that have been deep-fried until golden brown and covered in breadcrumbs.

The food was tasty. I’ll be back.

5. Kulon (Indonesian)

Kulon is a halal restaurant in Singapore that serves a variety of Indonesian comfort food, with a focus on Bakmi (Indonesian dry noodles). This cosy little restaurant is in the centre of Bali Lane.

I was going to order the Bakmi Kompit, but I was so tempted by the Nasi Ayam Geprek with Sambal Ijo that I decided to eat it instead.

Kulon’s nasi ayam geprek is much easier to eat than that from other restaurants. I don’t have to kopek the chicken with my hand because it is conveniently sliced into spoon-sized cutlets, and the sambal is poured over it.

I was in love with this dish as soon as I took a bite because the chicken texture was just right—crispy and juicy with just the perfect heat from the green sambal.

The classic Jakartan experience is to eat mie ayam, or bakmi, at a street warung, but it’s simpler to just go to Kulon.

However, The interior is modern and minimalist. I feel the interior doesn’t exude the Indonesian vibe. But the food is still delicious.

6. Overrice (Mediterranean cuisine)

Overrice is a halal restaurant in Singapore selling Mediterranean food in bowls.

I learned that Overrice’s Signature Bowls has 3 choices.

1. Slow-cooked pulled beef
2. Grilled chicken
3. Fried falafel balls (plant-based option)

All three are served over seasoned basmati rice, with freshly baked pita bread and mixed salad to the side.

I ordered the slow-cooked pulled beef, which was delicious. But the two sauces that came with the meal stand out. The first is an addictive white sauce, and the second is a fiery hot chilli sauce.

I discovered that Overrice’s menu is quite extensive. In addition to the rice bowls, there are pita pockets (a lighter version of the same type) and fancy New York-inspired mocktails.

I still find the shop to be calm even though it’s close to a busy stretch of shops and restaurants.

The space allows for very intimate spacing with my dining companion, yet just enough room between diners to not violate my personal space.

You will see incredible New York artwork on the wall because Overrice is inspired by the food carts in Manhattan, New York. The details, the lights, the bustling city of NYC, Times Square, and the subtle references are all very cool.

7. Restaurant Aisyah (Xinjiang cuisine)

Restaurant Aisyah is a unique halal restaurant in Singapore serving traditional Chinese cuisine. Also known as halal Xinjiang cuisine such as handmade noodles, rich beef stews, cumin lamb, spicy dumplings and meat skewers.

The interior design is unique. I like the signboard with gold-printed Chinese and Arabic characters.

The restaurant is not particularly large. When I arrived, it was quite lively with a lot of excitement and chatter. If you prefer to dine outside, there is outdoor seating available.

Most importantly, the restaurant is clean and well-kept.

I ordered the dry spicy beef noodles. This dish is a must-have at Restaurant Aisyah. While the exact ingredients are unknown, it does include hand-pulled noodles and beef seasoned with a variety of spices.

I also ordered meat dumplings with spicy sauce. It was an excellent side dish for my noodles. The minced meat was succulent and dense, and the chilli had a good flavour.

8. Tipo Pasta Bar (Italian cuisine)

Tipo Pasta Bar is a halal restaurant in Singapore that serves handmade pasta. Its concept is similar to a bar but for pasta.

Every time I planned to visit, they were completely booked. But this time, I decided to be a bit kiasu and arrive before they opened.

When I arrived, there was a display of the day’s pasta options. I thought this was a clever way to entice customers and give them the option of ordering ahead of time. I had three pasta choices: Radiatori, Creste de Gallo, and Gemelli.

Tipo also had a display of dried pasta at the entrance, similar to how a wine bar would display its best bottles. What an impressive setup!

I only had the Truffle Tramezzini as I had a heavy early breakfast beforehand. It appeared rather ordinary, but as it turned out, these mini sandwiches were quite delicious.

The brioche bread was crispy, buttery, and perfectly toasted. It contained beef bacon, mozzarella, and truffle mayonnaise.

However, after a few bites, I felt the dish had become a little jelak, as the buttery bread clashed with the strong flavours of the cheese and mayonnaise.

The price is quite high. For only a meal, it cost me around S$17. But it was delicious so I have no complaints. I will come back here soon.

9. The Malayan Council (Mixed cuisine)

The Malayan Council is a halal restaurant in Singapore. It serves Malay-Asian, Western, and English fusion cuisine. TMC has several outlets. I went to their first outlet in Dunlop because it was closer to where I live.

I had Smoked Duck Lemak Chilli Padi, TMC’s signature dish. The smoked duck lemak chilli padi pasta lived up to its name, as it was both lemak and spicy.

The lemak chilli padi sauce is also homemade. The smoked duck breast was juicy, and the unagi sauce went well with the others.

Overall, I enjoy eating here. Will be back soon.

(The Malayan Council has also been featured in our top list of the best halal high tea in Singapore.)

10. IndoChili (Indonesian cuisine)

IndoChili is a halal restaurant in Singapore that serves traditional Indonesian cuisine, primarily from Java, Padang, and Bali. IndoChili takes pride in bringing the best of Indonesian cuisine.

The ambience is very traditional Indonesian, with Balinese music playing in the background. The staff was friendly and uniformed. There’s also an outdoor seating area with plenty of potted plants.

I ordered the Tumpeng Mini, which is a smaller version of the traditional Nasi Tumpeng. The dish’s centrepiece is a cone-shaped pile of Nasi Kuning (yellow rice).

In addition to rice, there was Ayam Bumbu Rujak (chicken with rujak sauce), Perkedel (fried potato patties), peanuts, Keropok (crackers), pickles, and Sambal Chilli.

I really enjoy the chicken. It was smoky and sweet.

Conclusion

Singapore has a wide range of halal restaurants serving Asian and European cuisine, from local to Indonesian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Spanish, and French.

I hope you will explore Singapore’s halal food landscape. Try something different. Don’t just stick with the same restaurant. Otherwise, you may miss out on many dining gems.