Malay / Indonesian
Hjh Maimunah
Jalan Pisang
Hjh Maimunah
A beloved Malay-Indonesian restaurant known for its seriously good nasi padang.
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15 Best Restaurants in Bugis (2026)
Our guide to the best Bugis, Haji Lane and Arab Street restaurants, spanning Malay, Middle Eastern, Indonesian, Japanese and more.
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Singaporean Muslim
Singapore Zam Zam
North Bridge Road
Singapore Zam Zam
An old-school institution for murtabak, roti prata and murtabak curry.
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The White Tiffin
North Bridge Road
The White Tiffin
Heritage Malay recipes reimagined in a handsome shophouse.
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Scandinavian comfort food in the heart of Arab Street.
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The Malayan Council
Bussorah Street
The Malayan Council
A halal restaurant and cake house celebrated for dramatic desserts.
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Bismillah Biryani
Dunlop Street
Bismillah Biryani
Dum biryani from a Dunlop Street specialist in Little India. The MICHELIN Guide Singapore 2026 lists Bismillah Biryani (Little India) with a Bib Gourmand.
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The Ramen Stall
North Bridge Road
The Ramen Stall
Halal Japanese comfort food that stays open late.
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Tipo Pasta Bar
North Bridge Road
Tipo Pasta Bar
A pasta bar where you choose fresh pasta shapes and sauces.
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Afterwit
Haji Lane
Afterwit
Cheerful Mexican-inspired food with a strong brunch following.
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Ayasofya Turkish Restaurant
Bussorah Street
Ayasofya Turkish Restaurant
Hearty Turkish grills and mezze near Sultan Mosque.
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Pasha Mezza & Grill
Haji Lane
Pasha Mezza & Grill
A stylish Middle Eastern restaurant for mezze, kebabs and shisha.
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Waroeng Anak Indo
Haji Lane
Waroeng Anak Indo
Indonesian comfort food with a Bali-style warung atmosphere.
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Wooly’s Bagels
Arab Street
Wooly’s Bagels
Freshly baked bagels filled for a proper cafe-style meal.
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Chix Hot Chicken
Jalan Pisang
Chix Hot Chicken
Nashville-style fried chicken with a six-level heat scale.
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Kampong Glam Cafe
Bussorah Street
Kampong Glam Cafe
A classic cafe for familiar Malay breakfasts and rice dishes.