Best Halal Restaurants & Cafes in South Singapore - from Chinese Noodles, Japanese Udon to Mocktails

Head down south and explore a range of activities from hiking at Southern Ridges, a bird’s eye view of the city from a cable car to a fun-filled day at Sentosa. Seek respite after a day’s adventure and fill up your bellies at these mouthwatering Halal restaurants and cafes in South Singapore. Gear up, and let’s go on a food escapade down south with us!

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1. Rayyan’s Waroeng Upnormal

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In the heart of the bustling Central Business District, Rayyan’s Waroeng Upnormal hawker stall at Amoy Street Food Centre sees a long snaking queue almost daily. This is a testament to their innovative fusion (Japanese and Indonesian) dishes and generous portions that keep customers coming back for more. A must-order is the Honey Glazed Chargrilled Boneless Chicken Thigh Balinese Don ($6.50) – morsels of marinated chicken served on a bed of rice, garnished with chilli padi, fried coconut flakes, spring onions, green pepper and a runny egg.

Other best-selling dishes are the Ayam Penyet ($5.50) and Bami Goreng Set ($5).

Address: Amoy Street Food Centre, 7 Maxwell Rd, #02-86, S069111
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 11am – 2pm, closed on Weekends

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2. Poulet

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Serving French food, Poulet was certified Halal in November 2020, but have been around in Singapore since 2012. Serving délicieux French cuisine, they are famous for their signature Amazing French Roast Chicken (from $14.90) – brined overnight for an extra oomph of flavour. Order yours and pick between three types of sauces from Mushroom, Cranberry or Diane Sauce. The latter is made from turkey bacon and mushroom, a definite crowd-pleaser. And no French meal is complete without a bowl of hearty French Onion Soup ($6.90).

Address: VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-175-177, S098585
Opening hours: Daily 11.30am – 10pm

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3. Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice

Source: Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice

Taste the robust flavours of Thailand at Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice. Featured as one of Bangkok’s Michelin Bib Gourmand, their chicken rice is best eaten with the homemade chilli sauce that uses ginger, garlic and chilli padi. Order side dishes such as Thai-Style Curry Fish Head, Fried Tofu Cubes with Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce ($9) and Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Kai Lan ($9) that goes well with the Chicken Rice. They also have other outlets in NEX, Jem and Plaza Singapura.

Address: VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, #B2-30, S098585
Opening hours: Daily 11am – 10pm

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4. Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles

Source: Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles

Spicy, tangy and mouth-numbing noodles – Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles allows you to customize your bowl to suit your personal preference. Whether you like your spice mild or fiery, there’s an option for everyone. Select from any three soup bases (with more than 15 herbs used) and eight noodle options. Or simply order the Signature Beef Noodles ($8.90), Dry Beef Noodles ($8.90), Mala Spicy Beef Noodles ($9.50) and Sauerkraut Beef Noodles ($9.90).

Address: Chinatown Point, 133 New Bridge Rd, #01-43, S059413
Opening hours: Daily 11am – 9.30pm

5. Maison Sucree

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From the same folks behind Ashes Burnnit (a burger joint), Maison Sucree is their latest bakery-café concept in Redhill. Just a short walk from Redhill MRT, expect an array of yummy baked treats from baguettes, cookies, tarts and croissants. Come here early for the Almond Croissant ($4.50), buttery and flaky pastry that sells out fast after garnering positive reviews through word-of-mouth and social media.

Address: 63B Lengkok Bahru, #01-362, S152063
Opening hours: Daily 11am – 8.30pm, closed on Mon

6. Aspirasi Food Stall

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Regarded as one of the best Halal chicken rice in Singapore, Aspirasi Food Stall located at Seah Im Food Centre is a hidden gem. Order a plate of Ayam Penyet ($5) – a hearty portion of fragrant rice, deep-fried and juicy chicken thigh with crispy batter bits for that ultimate crunch. Feel free to add more crunchy bits from the tub at the counter! Take a bite of everything with their fiery sambal for the shiok experience. Do request for more sambal as it packs a punch and will have you sweating in no time, but so satisfyingly delicious.

Address: Seah Im Food Centre, 2 Seah Im Rd, S099114
Opening hours: Daily 11am – 9pm, closed on Tue

7. Restaurant Aisyah

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For a taste of authentic Xinjiang cuisine, Restaurant Aisyah serves a range of delectable Chinese hand-pulled noodles. Situated at Telok Ayer St, order their signature Stewed Mutton Noodles and Braised Mutton Noodles with Clear Soup ($10.80 or $13.80) – tender meat served in a robust and flavourful broth with silky smooth noodles. They also have meat skewers which are famous in the region. Try their BBQ Mutton or Beef Skewers ($2.50 each or $20 for 10 skewers) which are marinated with a special herb then grilled. For sharing, try their Big Plate Chicken ($18), Scallion Chicken ($12) and Saliva Chicken ($12).

Address: 176 Telok Ayer St, Singapore 068624
Opening hours: Mon, Wed & Thur 11.30am – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 9pm, Fri – Sun 11.30am – 9pm, closed on Tue

8. Good Old Days

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Just 5 minutes away from Sentosa’s Beach Station, take a trip down memory lane at Good Old Days. Nestled in a quaint British Colonial house that stands out amongst the other eateries nearby, delight your taste buds with local favourites such as Singapore Chicken Rice ($12.80), Chicken Briyani Rice ($10.80) and Seafood Hor Fun ($10.80). If you’re feeling ravenous, go for the Lobster Hokkien Mee ($19.80), your favourite dish elevated to the next level. Add $4.50 to get a dessert and drink.

Address: 60 Siloso Beach Walk, S098997
Opening hours: Daily 11am – 9pm, 3-Course Dinner 5pm – 8pm

9. Fu-Men Japanese Udon & Donburi

Source: Fu-Men Japanese Udon & Donburi

Situated in an obscure spot at the basement of Hong Leong Building, Fu-Men Japanese Udon & Donburi is a humble stall that has gained popularity for its Hakata-style udon. The signature Gobo Ten ($6), tempura-battered burdock (a root vegetable) delicately presented on a bowl of chewy udon noodles in a mouthwatering broth. The broth is cooked laboriously for 45 minutes, which includes saba, kelp, anchovies, sardine and tuna. Don’t be shy with their free toppings – add more tempura bits, ginger, chilli flakes and green onions to your liking.

Address: Hong Leong Building, #B1-17/18, S048581
Opening hours: Weekdays 11am – 8pm & Sat 10am – 2.30pm

Address: Pasir Ris West Plaza Foodcourt , 735 Pasir Ris St 72, S510735
Opening hours: Daily 9.30am - 9.30pm

10. Wanderlost Lounge – by The Halal Mixologist

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Ever been to a Halal bar? Quench your thirst with impressive mocktails while admiring Singapore’s panoramic skyline at the Wanderlost Lounge by The Halal Mixologist. This Halal rooftop gastrobar is situated amongst towering skyscrapers in CBD, thus the name ‘Wanderlost’. A perfect location for celebrations, order drinks such as The Parakeet (inspired by The Aladdin), Charlie & The Chocolate Factory to The Little Prince. Raise your glass, Instagram your drinks and toast to the good life.

Address: Realty Centre, 15 Enggor St, #12-01, S079716
Opening hours: Weekdays 5.30pm – 11pm, Sat 5pm – 11pm & Sun 5pm – 10.30pm