Top 20 Halal Restaurants in Singapore You Need to Try in 2026

As a Muslim local or a traveller in Singapore, you might be wondering what are the best Singapore halal food places and restaurants.

Singapore is genuinely, objectively, one of the best places in the world to be a Muslim foodie.

However, to go for a cafe or food-hunting doesn’t mean the question ever fully goes away. The checking, the verifying, the making sure that the food’s worth it, too.

This list exists to make that easier.

We’ve pulled together 20 of the best halal restaurants in Singapore right now, spanning local heritage institutions that have been feeding our community for over a century, to brand-new openings that are quietly redefining what halal dining looks like in 2026. 

The Reality of Finding Halal Food in Singapore: Easy or Difficult?

The honest answer is: both, depending on where you’re standing.

Singapore is remarkably well-served. There are over 1,200 MUIS-certified halal establishments across the island, from hawker stalls, cafés, hotel restaurants, to fine dining rooms. 

Halal food here isn’t confined to a single enclave or cuisine; it’s woven into the everyday fabric of the city in a way that’s genuinely rare globally. 

Yet, there’s a particular kind of vigilance that comes with being a Muslim diner in a multicultural city. The quick scan at the door for the MUIS green certificate. The moment of uncertainty at a new restaurant a colleague recommended. Looks halal, probably halal, but you’re not quite sure. 

Singapore has made enormous progress, but the cognitive load of being the halal-checker in any group is real, and it’s worth naming.

The good news? The halal dining scene here in 2026 is the strongest it has ever been. Muslim chefs are opening restaurants that can hold their own against any non-halal equivalent. 

Hotel dining rooms are seeking full MUIS certification rather than carving out designated halal corners. Cuisines that were once completely inaccessible to the Muslim diner, authentic Japanese wagyu, Xinjiang hand-pulled noodles, Italian trattoria food, Swedish meatballs, are now available, certified, and genuinely excellent.

The question “is it halal?” still gets asked. But the answer, more often than ever, is yes.

MUIS-Certified vs. Muslim-Owned: What’s the Difference?

If you’ve spent any time searching for halal food in Singapore, you’ve probably come across both terms. They sound similar, but they mean different things.

What does MUIS-certified mean?

It means a restaurant has been officially certified by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS). This is a formal, audited process. MUIS inspectors verify everything: ingredient sourcing, kitchen equipment, food handling procedures, staff training, and storage. 

Certified restaurants display the green MUIS halal certificate prominently at their entrance, and certification has to be renewed regularly. If you see that green cert, you know the food has been through rigorous third-party verification.

What does a Muslim-owned restaurant mean?

It means the restaurant is owned and operated by Muslims, who prepare food according to halal principles, but without the formal MUIS certification. 

The difference is that there’s no external audit. You’re trusting the owner’s commitment rather than a verified process.

For most of the Muslim community in Singapore, MUIS certification is the gold standard for dining out with full peace of mind, especially when sharing a meal with family or in more formal settings. 

Muslim-owned spots are often beloved neighbourhood gems that operate with genuine integrity, and for many diners, the owner’s identity and community reputation is enough assurance.

In this list, we’ve included both. Each entry is clearly labelled so you can make the call that’s right for you and your family.

Top 20 Halal Restaurants in Singapore

Local & Heritage Malay-Muslim

1. Hjh Maimunah ★ MUIS-certified · $ · Joo Chiat

The long queue outside Hjh Maimunah on a weekday morning tells you everything. This is Singapore’s most beloved nasi padang institution. It serves a sprawling spread of dishes that changes daily, anchored by a rendang that people have been making special trips for since the 1980s.

2. Zam Zam ★ MUIS-certified · $ · North Bridge Road

Since 1908. Over a century of murtabak. The mutton variant is the classic, but don’t sleep on the venison. Zam Zam is a living piece of Singapore Muslim history, sitting across from Sultan Mosque and still going strong. 

3. Home of Seafood ★ MUIS-certified · $$$ · East Coast

Halal chilli crab. Black pepper crab. Butter prawns. Outdoor seating with a sea breeze. Home of Seafood solves one of the most persistent frustrations in Singapore halal dining. The fact that our most iconic dish, the chilli crab, has historically been off-limits. Not here though.

4. Saffrons ★ MUIS-certified · $ · Tampines

Singapore’s only 24/7 MUIS-certified restaurant. Their Gold Class Biryani won Mediacorp’s SG60 Best Biryani award in 2025, using traditional Hyderabadi dum cooking where rice and meat are sealed and slow-cooked together. 

5. Permata Singapore ★ MUIS-certified · $$$ · Kampong Glam

Tucked inside Gedung Kuning, a 19th-century royal mansion that was once home to Malay royalty, Permata is one of the most distinctive dining experiences in Singapore, halal or otherwise. Under the direction of celebrity chef and culinary director Chef Mel Dean, the restaurant serves what he calls Progressive Nusantara Cuisine: traditional recipes from across the Malay Archipelago reimagined with contemporary technique. 

East Asian (Japanese, Korean & Chinese)

6. Gyusei Gyukatsu Wagyu Steakhouse ★ MUIS-certified · $$$ · North Bridge Road

Brand new in 2026 and already turning heads. Singapore’s first halal A5 wagyu gyukatsu, the cutlet is deep-fried, then immediately charcoal-smoked, then finished on a hot stone grill at your table. The A5 Wagyu Ribeye Set is buttery, smoky, and genuinely something you have not tasted before in a halal setting. This one is for the occasion that deserves to feel like an occasion.

7. Waku Waku Yakiniku ★ MUIS-certified · $$ · Bali Lane

Singapore’s first halal yakiniku. You pick your cuts: marbled ribeye, karubi, prime wagyu sirloin, and grill them tableside to your liking. It’s interactive, it’s fun, and the quality of the meat is serious. 

8. Captain Kim Korean BBQ & Hotpot ★ MUIS-certified · $$ · Multiple locations

The halal KBBQ that the whole family can actually go to together. 60+ varieties of food, marinated meats, a kimchi that threads the needle between tangy and sweet, and free-flow drinks. Multiple locations across Woodlands, Clementi, and Tampines.

9. Monster Planet ★ MUIS-certified · $ · Orchard & Jurong East

The halal offshoot of Monster Curry, and just as good. The Japanese demi-glace curry is made with 14 vegetables and spices and comes on plates so large they have to be measured in centimetres. Beyond the curry, there’s ramen, pasta, and burgers, all at prices that make it an easy yes for a spontaneous weeknight meal.

10. Yi Zun Noodle ★ MUIS-certified · $ · Multiple locations

Halal Xinjiang Chinese, a cuisine almost no one was expecting to find properly certified in Singapore. Springy hand-pulled noodles in a rich beef broth, loaded with tender beef chunks and fragrant with cumin and peppercorn. Warming, deeply satisfying, and unlike anything else on this list.

11. The Dim Sum Place ★ MUIS-certified · $ · Central

For many Muslim diners, proper halal dim sum has been a long time coming, and The Dim Sum Place delivers. The Peking duck wrap, dry beef brisket noodles, and salted egg custard buns that ooze on the first bite have all earned their reputation. The deep-fried carrot cake alone is worth the trip. Multiple locations including North Bridge Road and Centrepoint, which means there’s really no excuse not to go.

Western & Continental

12. Kucina ★ MUIS-certified · $$ · Kinex Mall, Tanjong Katong

One of Singapore’s finest halal Italian restaurants. Chef Gero,  an Italian-Muslim with over 30 years of experience, runs a kitchen that turns out burratina, fritto misto, lasagna, ravioli, and wood-fired pizzas with the kind of confidence that only comes from cooking this food your whole life.

13. Tipo Pasta Bar ★ MUIS-certified · $$ · Multiple locations

Build-your-own handcrafted pasta! Choose the shape, the sauce, the toppings. It sounds gimmicky until you’re sitting in front of a bowl of fresh pasta made exactly how you want it. Great for small groups, great for anyone who takes pasta seriously.

14. ASAP & Co. ★ Muslim-owned · $$$ · Telok Ayer

Singapore’s first halal smoked steakhouse, and the name tells you everything. Premium beef from award-winning breeds and underrated cuts, fire-kissed over imported wood logs selected for their natural fragrance. The dry-aged steaks and A5 wagyu are the headliners, but regulars swear by the brisket and the basque burnt cheesecake that closes the meal.

15. Peppermint at PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay ★ MUIS-certified · $$$ · Marina Bay

Upscale halal buffet with lush garden views right in the heart of the city. The rotating spread covers both Asian and international cuisines, and the Luxury Seafood Laksa Tower, piled high with rock lobster, crab, clams, scallops, and prawns, is the kind of thing you plan a meal around. Best for big family iftars or occasions that deserve the setting.

Middle Eastern & Mediterranean

16. Sofra Turkish Café & Restaurant ★ MUIS-certified · $$ · Raffles Boulevard

A Kampong Glam staple that earns its reputation on every visit. Authentic Turkish kebabs, cold mezes, hot starters, and apple tea poured from a gleaming samovar. The atmosphere is unhurried, the portions generous, and the proximity to Sultan Mosque makes it a natural choice before or after Jumu’ah.

17. Positano Risto ★ MUIS-certified · $$$ · Bussorah St

A Paris-inspired shophouse interior: marble tables, emerald green chairs, serving French-Malaysian fusion that genuinely earns the description. The lobster bisque with scallop dumplings and the Cherrywood Smoked Contre-Filet are both exceptional. Elegant without being stiff, and one of the more romantic halal dining options in the city.

18. Oud Restaurant ★ MUIS-certified · $$$ · Central

For the occasions that need to feel genuinely special. Oud offers bespoke private dining experiences built around Middle Eastern and contemporary fusion cuisine. Think custom menus, intimate settings, and the kind of attention to detail that corporate dinners and milestone anniversaries deserve. Book ahead.

Cafés & Neighbourhood Gems

19. Penny University (Big Mouth Bakehouse) ★ Muslim-owned · $ · Geylang

A specialty coffee house with a self-taught barista founder and a loyal following that spans both its locations. The Turkish Eggs and the Folded Eggs with Crab & Harissa are the standout savoury picks; the pastry and cake selection rounds out a menu worth returning to. This is the kind of café that makes a neighbourhood feel like a neighbourhood.

20. The Apricus Coffee & Food Co. ★ Muslim-owned · $ · Jalan Kayu

Sunlit interiors, Instagram-worthy dishes, and an all-day breakfast menu that justifies the trip to the northeast. The Soft-Serve French Toast has become something of a signature; the All-Day Big Brekkie and the Populus Scramble are close behind. A genuinely warm café that has earned every bit of its cult following.

Price guide: $ = under $15/pax · $$ = $15–40/pax · $$$ = $40+/pax

All MUIS-certified listings carry current halal certification at time of publication. Always verify directly with the restaurant or via the MUIS halal directory at muis.gov.sg.

Singapore’s halal dining scene isn’t just good anymore. It’s exceptional, and it keeps getting better.

From a century-old murtabak stall to a royal mansion serving progressive Nusantara cuisine, from Singapore’s first halal wagyu gyukatsu to a neighbourhood café that makes French toast feel like an event, this list is proof that eating well, eating halal, and eating with full peace of mind are no longer three separate negotiations. They’re the same thing now.

But more than the food, what this list really reflects is a community that has never stopped building. Muslim chefs, entrepreneurs, and restaurateurs who decided that “good enough” wasn’t good enough and went and created something worth queuing for. Worth crossing the island for. Worth bringing your whole family to.

So the next time that question surfaces in the group chat “is it halal?”, let the answer be the easy part. The harder question now is which one to pick first.