My Favorite Food in Singapore

A random collection of my favorite dishes and places to eat in Singapore.
Adding new stuff every time I discover something cool.

Aaron 29 Dec 2014 ⋅ 12,076 views ⋅ 4 favorites

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Hua Yew Wee (华友园海鲜) $40.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

462 Upper East Coast Road

The Lim Family favorite and a place we've been frequenting from literally before I was born (the waitresses knew me when I was still in my mother's tummy), I probably eat here on average once every week or two. They have a traditional Singaporean seafood menu, but my favorites would be: lala hor fun, fong sha kai, salt baked crab, 3 egg spinach. This is a must-visit any time a relative comes from overseas, and one of the favorites of both local and visiting friends. Price typically comes out to roughly $40-50 SGD / pax.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hua-Yu-Wee/168868969797523

29 Dec 2014 ⋅ 7 comments ⋅ 34 photos ⋅ 4,527 views
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Chicken Pot & La Zi Ji @ Fat Bird (胖胖鸡) $35.00

(2 votes)
avg. per pax

1 Liang Seah Street, #01-15/16, Singapore

Fat Bird is my go-to place when I'm craving something spicy. The Chongqing-style chicken pot isn't your traditional hot-pot where you cook raw meat in a soup, but rather more of a stew where the meat is already cooked and it simmers in a boiling sauce that brings out the awesome flavors. The beef version of the dish is also nice, and other must-tries are the La Zhi Zi (spicy chicken cubes) and Cumin Hot Plate Mutton.

The beer is only like $7-8 for a 750 ml bottle, which is very cheap. They have a good loyalty program and regular UOB credit card promos as well, so dinner usually runs about $30-40 / pax.

https://www.facebook.com/Fatbird.Singapore

01 Jan 2015 ⋅ 6 comments ⋅ 24 photos ⋅ 3,807 views
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Spicy Crayfish @ Xie Lao Song (蟹老宋) $40.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

16 Smith Street, Singapore 058930

Call me old fashioned, but I'm quite averse to having Chinese food in the stereotypical 'Chinatown' spots surrounded by tourists. However, despite being located on Smith Street, Xie Lao Song is ridiculously authentic - most of the clientele and staff are very Chinese (and a lot don't even speak much English).

The food here is traditional and great - with the ma la xiao long xia (spicy crayfish) being the main attraction. Of course, being a Sichuan restaurant means they should also have laziji ($16) amongst many other goodies!

http://www.koipy.com/shop/1?language=en_us

12 Aug 2015 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ 11 photos ⋅ 3,157 views
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Yakitori @ Shin Kushiya $50.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

#02-120 Vivo City, 1 Harbourfront Walk

Came here due to Reg's high opinion of it plus a Groupon deal and was not disappointed. The other stuff like sushi was decent, but the main attraction is definitely the yakitori. All of the skewers tasted as good as they looked, especially the beef ones. The lamb rack was very good as well, but given the price you'll probably want to load out on the regular yakitori first.

http://www.shinkushiya.com/

02 Jan 2015 ⋅ 5 comments ⋅ 15 photos ⋅ 3,095 views
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Crab Bee Hoon @ Mellben Seafood $50.00

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12 Prince Edward Road, Bestway Building, Singapore

Ask any local about Mellben Seafood and they'll be sure to mention the famous 'Ang Mo Kio Crab Beehoon'. I love bringing visitors here since the dish is less famous than the touristy staples like chili crab and chicken rice, but once they try it they always love it. My favorite dishes here are the crab bee hoon, butter crab, and salted egg pork ribs. Dinner will probably run $40-60 / pax or so

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mellben-Signature/563854597008912

01 Jan 2015 ⋅ 4 comments ⋅ 11 photos ⋅ 3,016 views
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Hot Pot @ HaiDiLao (海底捞火锅) $50.00

(1 vote)
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#02-04 Clark Quay, 3D River Valley Road

HaiDiLao is one of the most famous restaurants in China, known for their great hot pot and amazing service. They have been a huge hit in Singapore since opening, with reservations near impossible to make and wait times averaging 1.5 - 2 hours; this is made a bit more bearable by all the free treats available while waiting, such as free snacks and drinks, as well as free professional manicures and a children's playpen. The food quality and service is one of the best in Singapore. Definitely a must-try if you enjoy hot pot. Expect to spend roughly $40-50 SGD / pax.

http://www.haidilao.com/sg/

05 Jan 2015 ⋅ 9 comments ⋅ 18 photos ⋅ 2,993 views ⋅ 1 favorite
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Truffle Fries @ PS Cafe $15.00

(1 vote)
per plate of fries

Paragon, 290 Orchard Road

Ahh, Truffle Fries. Can't get enough of them, and this dish is literally the reason I made this website. PS Cafe is probably the de-facto answer to the 'where should I get truffle fries' question, and it never disappoints. The serving is pretty huge (though I can finish it myself, no problem) and the ambience is always pleasant.

If I want to treat myself (always), pair up with a nice milkshake or ice cream float :)

http://www.pscafe.com/

29 Dec 2014 ⋅ 3 comments ⋅ 8 photos ⋅ 2,977 views
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Bak Kut Teh @ Ya Hua (亞華肉骨茶) $10.00

(1 vote)
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#01-05/07 Tanjong Pagar Complex, 7A Keppel Road, Singapore 089053

Bak Kut Teh (pork rib soup) is one of the signature Singaporean dishes that tourists need to try, and locals love having (especially after a heavy night of drinking!). Ya Hua is one of the most famous joints in Singapore and my personal favorite - it helps that it is walking distance from my old office in Tanjong Pagar. The soup is peppery yet light, goes very well with the pork ribs; I also love pouring soup (free flow, by the way) into the rice and eating it together. Typically costs around $10-15 / person including sides and drinks.

https://foursquare.com/v/outram-park-ya-hua-rou-gu-cha/4b2db7adf964a520c8da24e3

02 Jan 2015 ⋅ 1 comment ⋅ 1 photo ⋅ 2,889 views
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US Ribeye Steak @ New Ubin Seafood $60.00

(1 vote)
for 500g set

63 Hillview Avenue, Level 6 (Canteen), Singapore 669569

While this place has the look and feel of a coffee shop, it has one of the best value-for-money steaks in Singapore. The quality and taste of the US Ribeye here is fantastic, and you'll see every table ordering at least one or two of these babies. The pricing is $12 per 100g, so say $60 for 500g which is a steal considering it also includes a plate of fries/potato wedges and a large serving of the 'heart attack fried rice' that is cooked in all the leftover beef fat/oil. The other dishes like satay etc are pretty good as well, but the main attraction by far is the beef.

Plus, free corkage so you can bring as much wine as you want. What's there not to like?

http://ubinseafood.com/

01 Jan 2015 ⋅ 10 comments ⋅ 41 photos ⋅ 2,735 views
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Rosti @ Marche $7.00

(1 vote)
per rosti

313 Orchard Road, Level 1, Discovery Walk, Singapore 238895

I absolutely love rosti, and this is by far my favorite place to get it in Singapore. The queue attests to the quality of this dish - it is typically a dozen or so people long at any time of the day. Love the crisp texture of the fried outsides, plus an extra large serving of sour cream and a healthy dose of chives. You can also add on sausages / salmon / other stuff, though I typically go the original route.

http://www.marche-restaurants.com/en/marche-313somerset

02 Jan 2015 ⋅ 3 comments ⋅ 14 photos ⋅ 2,667 views
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Si Chuan Duo Hua (四川豆花)

(1 vote)

Park Royal, 7500 Beach Road, Singapore 199591

I had heard a lot about Si Chuan Duo Hua from my parents but had procrastinated in going for a while, thinking it to be a typical over-hyped hotel restaurant. After finally trying it out though, I love the selection and quality of the food. Lots of their dishes are great, and my personal favorites would be the cold spicy chicken, la zhi zi, and ma po tofu. They also have liu sha bao, though they're just decent and not amazing.

http://www.sichuandouhua.com

02 Jan 2015 ⋅ 6 comments ⋅ 8 photos ⋅ 2,640 views
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Shabu Shabu @ Akashabu $50.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

5 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397693

My Dad's favorite shabu shabu joint, there was a time he would ask us to go literally 3-4 times a week. The US beef here is excellent, though at $20 a plate (100 grams?) it probably isn't the best choice if you are super hungry. They also serve pretty good sushi/sashimi, but other than a dish or two just focus on the awesome beef.

29 Dec 2014 ⋅ 6 comments ⋅ 18 photos ⋅ 2,547 views
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Japanese Ramen @ Keisuke Tori King $15.00

(2 votes)
avg. per pax

100 Tras Street #03-15, 100AM, Tanjong Pagar, Singapore 079027

My favorite shop for Japanese Ramen. The menu is super simple - a chicken thigh in soup with noodles. You pick the noodle hardness, soup flavor and strength, and any add-ons like seaweed. Free flow hard boiled eggs and some quirky stuff like grind-your-own sesame seeds make the experience quite unique, in addition to the traditional setting. A queue is to be expected around lunch/dinner hours, but definitely worth it!

http://www.yelp.com.sg/biz/ramen-keisuke-tori-king-singapore

29 Dec 2014 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ 6 photos ⋅ 2,522 views
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Dining in the Dark @ Nox $100.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

269 Beach Road, Singapore 199546

This is one of the most unique and pleasant eating experiences I've had in Singapore. Basically you dine in complete darkness and have no idea what you're eating (don't worry, they'll ask you for allergies / preferences beforehand). The lack of sight gives a heightened sense of taste and smell, and not knowing what you're eating leaves you free of any preconceived notions of what you like/dislike. There are 3 courses (appetizer, main, and dessert) with 4 dishes each, and all are of very high quality - the chef used to be from Ember @ Hotel 1929, if I'm not mistaken. Price per head gets to roughly $100 SGD with a drink. Definitely one of my top picks for a special dinner.

http://www.noxdineinthedark.com/

29 Dec 2014 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ 3 photos ⋅ 2,345 views
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Burratina & Iberico @ Moosehead Kitchen-Bar

(1 vote)

110 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore

A very unique small little shop in Telok Ayer, Moosehead has a wonderful story behind it. The concept here is great - there are a few items on the menu, but all of them are amazing. My personal favorites would be the burratina (cheese ball, $18) and the secreto iberico (pork, $28). The serving sizes are fairly small for the price, so don't go if you're very hungry and on a budget. But the taste and ambience will keep me coming back.

https://www.facebook.com/MooseheadKitchenBar

01 Jan 2015 ⋅ 3 comments ⋅ 6 photos ⋅ 2,150 views
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Steak & Burratta @ Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse $150.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

25 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore 238969

My first experience here was thanks to Reg, Steph, & Lulu for an amazing birthday dinner. The burrata (one of my favorite dishes ever!) was great, especially paired with the tomatoes. Coupled with the costata steak made for an incredible meal - definitely one of my favorite steaks in Singapore. While quite expensive (like $180 or so for 1.1kg), the portion is generous and the quality is superb. Would love to go back for a special occasion, as it is roughly $150 / pax or so.

http://www.bistecca.com.sg/

02 Jan 2015 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ 6 photos ⋅ 2,101 views
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Burger & Fries @ Omakase Burger $20.00

(1 vote)
avg. per pax

#01-02 Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Road, Singapore 238877

Omakase Burger has been creating a huge buzz since it opened in Singapore, apparently being modeled after the famous Shake Shack in New York. The burgers, while very tasty indeed, are a tad bit on the small side compared to other gourmet burgers. The fries, however, are served in generous portions and taste excellent. Given the price ($15-20 for a burger, and probably $30ish for a meal including fries and a drink) it probably isn't something you'll have every day, but it is worth an outing every so often if you're craving a great burger.

http://www.omakaseburger.com/

06 Jan 2015 ⋅ 3 comments ⋅ 6 photos ⋅ 1,984 views ⋅ 1 favorite
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Fried Awesomeness @ KFC $10.00

(1 vote)
for a full meal

Not sure why I fell in love with KFC so much after coming back to Singapore compared to the US, but I always look forward to a meal there. My standard order consists of a 2 pc meal (Hot & Crispy, Drumstick + Thigh), upgrading the coleslaw to Cheese Fries, and adding on a Portuguese egg tart (or two). These are arguably my favorite po-tat in Singapore, and though I prefer the old shoestring cheese fries to the current ones, they are pretty good as well.

01 Jan 2015 ⋅ 2 comments ⋅ 13 photos ⋅ 1,982 views
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