Whenever my friends and I make plans for a meet-up, there would always be plenty of cafe suggestions thrown around. As a Muslim, however, my choices are limited to halal cafes, so there are times where more digging is required to find a suitable place. To make things easier for my fellow cafe-loving Muslims, I’ve compiled a list of 20 best halal cafes that are worth checking out.
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All Things Delicious is a bakery-cafe that was first launched as an online business. Located at Arab Street, this cafe is bright, airy, and cosy.
If you love Asian flavours, you can give their Hearty Breakfast ($22.90++) a try. This consists of sunny-side-eggs-, grilled chicken sausages, tomato relish, baby potatoes, and sourdough toast. You can also go for their NZ Lamb Rice Bowl ($22.90++) if you want something filling. This dish sees tender lamb meatballs, spicy kidney beans, and hot mango salsa on a bed of basmati cumin pilaf. The dish is finished with some avocado and sour cream.
Address: 34 Arab Street, #01-01, Singapore 199733
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 7pm
Tel: 6291 4252
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The Brulee is a newly opened cafe serving unique ‘crepe brulee’ and marshmallow drinks in Bugis! A crepe brulee is essentially your usual crepes that are topped with a hardened layer of caramelised sugar, perfect for those who have a sweet tooth. We recommend getting The Classic ($9) as it contains generous chunks of cheesecake, strawberry, and custard! Matcha lovers should try their MatchaMarsh ($6) too.
Read more about The Brulee.
Address: 77 Aliwal Street, Singapore 199948
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 12pm to 10pm
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Located along Arab Street, Fika Swedish Cafe and Bistro is known for its minimalist interior and Swedish fare. This cafe sticks to a neutral-coloured theme which gives it a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Salmon lovers should go for their Gravlax Sandwich ($20++), where cured salmon and mesclun salad sit on crisp, buttered toast. This dish is said to be savoury and light, perfect for a weekend pick-me-up. Otherwise, opt for their classic Fika Breakfast ($23++) to get a hearty combination of eggs benedict, turkey bacon, arugula, and focaccia bread.
Address: 257 Beach Road, Singapore 199539
Opening hours: Wed-Thurs, Sun-Mon 11am to 9pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 9pm
Tel: 6396 9096
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A hidden gem in Hougang, Flavour Flings is a small eatery that serves Western cuisine with an Asian twist.
You can go for their Chicken Cutlet with Swiss Raclette Cheese ($25+), which comes with three pieces of breaded chicken cutlets, house braised sauce, baked potatoes, mesclun, and melted Swiss raclette cheese. They are also known for their Salted Egg Yolk Croissant ($6.90+), for those of you who enjoy savoury foods!
Read our Flavour Flings review.
Address: Blk 121 Hougang Avenue 1, #01-1348, Singapore 530121
Opening hours: Thurs-Mon 11:30am to 4pm, 5:30pm to 10pm, Wed 5:30pm to 10pm
Tel: 6286 0051
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BRIO is a casual dining restaurant that offers European cuisine at an affordable price. The restaurant has also been praised for their friendly staff and service!
They offer French Onion Bleu ($17.80++) which comprises a beef patty with onion marmalade, blue cheese, tomato, and truffle mayo. It’s also served with a side of fries! Another recommended dish is the Scallop & Shrimp Risotto ($17.20++), which features scallops, shrimp, edamame, mushrooms, and cheese with red pepper coulis sauce.
Address: 1 Jurong West Central 2, Jurong Point, #02-24, Singapore 648886
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6795 9606
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The Bravery is a Muslim-owned located in the heart of Telok Ayer, serving all-day eats and daily-made bakes. We recommend trying their Steak and Eggs ($29.90+) which comes with 200g grass-fed striploin, sourdough, sunny-side-up eggs, and a side salad. Otherwise, the Seafood Bechamel Cream Pasta ($27+) is another popular option. This contains a variety of seafood, such as tiger prawns, Japanese clams, crab meat, and tobiko.
For something light, opt for their house-made Ondeh-Ondeh cake ($7) or the Nutella Tiramisu cake ($8). These cakes are baked daily to ensure optimum freshness!
Read our The Bravery review.
Address: 50 Amoy Street, Singapore 069876
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 9am to 6pm, Fri-Sat 9am to 9:30pm
Tel: 9248 4391
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Pancake lovers should check out Fluff Stack, a dessert shop that specialises in soufflé pancakes. Despite its limited seating capacity, there is always a snaking queue, so it might be better to come on a weekday.
Go for their bestselling Mango Passion Fruit Soufflé Pancakes ($18++), of cloud-like pancakes with passion fruit coulis, coconut sago and chantilly cream. The dish is topped by a large slice of juicy mango that’s dusted with powdered sugar. For durian lovers, we recommend their Musang King Durian ($19.50++), which stars pancakes with housemade durian custard, coconut sago, and drizzled with gula melaka syrup.
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Mamma Mia Trattoria E Caffé is a halal-certified Italian restaurant, with several outlets across the island.
If you’re looking for a vegetarian-friendly option, try their Truffle Mushroom Risotto ($15.50++), which is said to be creamy, fragrant, and flavourful. Else, seafood lovers can go for their Spaghetti with Brown-Butter Prawn & Pink Sauce ($18.50++), which boasts succulent tiger prawns on a bed of cream-based tomato pasta.
Website | Full list of outlets
Located on the rooftop of Bishan Sports Centre is Good Bites, known for its Insta-worthy outdoor dining area, which is decorated with fairy lights and colourful LED signages. The cafe also has an indoor dining area with plenty of seating booths and full-length windows that brighten up the space.
Food-wise, the cafe serves Western cuisine at an affordable price. You can get their Tom Yum Seafood Pasta ($15.50++) or Chicken Chilli Crab Pasta ($14++) along with their Mini Milkshakes ($9.90++) that come in six different flavours, such as salted caramel, and cookies and cream.
Address: 5 Bishan Street 14, #03-01, Singapore 579783
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 5am
Tel: 6970 0233
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Among the many places to get affordable high teas in Singapore, The Great Mischief is one of the few that’s halal-certified. Located at The National Gallery, the cafe boasts an exquisite view of the skyscrapers along Singapore’s CBD area.
On weekdays at selected times, The Great Mischief offers a Catalan-inspired afternoon tea set for $38.90++ per person. It is a three-tiered set that features five sweet and savoury items, a slice of Basque burnt cheesecake, and the option of topping up $5 for their Paella Valenciana. Coffee, tea, and a glass of mocktail are also included.
Read more about The Great Mischief.
Address: 1 St Andrew’s Road, #01-17, National Gallery Singapore, Singapore 178957
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
Tel: 8721 3150
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For mains, Penny University offers Harlem-style Buttermilk Chicken on Waffles ($25++), a popular option. This moreish dish consists of crispy chicken thigh and turkey bacon topped with red chilli powder. Alternatively, you can give their Fluffy Ricotta Hotcakes ($24++) a try. Their pancakes are made using coconut flour, and topped with a variety of fruits and nuts, as well as maple cream and ricotta. Do note that brunch is served from 8am to 4pm!
Read more about Penny University.
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Three’s A Crowd has been serving ice cream and desserts in Tampines since 2017 and have since expanded to Little India with their second outlet. The cafe is located about a five-minutes walk away from Little India MRT Station.
For desserts to share among your friends, their Ondeh Waffle ($9++) and Fudgey Brownie ($8.30++) make for a good choice. The former comprises a pandan waffle topped with gula melaka-infused coconut shreds and a drizzle of gula melaka sauce, while the latter is served with a scoop of ice cream. They also have a seasonal Salted Horlicks Waffle ($9), get it while stocks last! Take note that the ice cream flavours exclude seasonal ones!
Read more about Three’s A Crowd.
Address: 50 Race Course Road, Singapore 218562
Opening hours: Fri-Tue 11am to 10:30pm, Wed-Thurs 11am to 4:30pm
Tel: 9638 5296
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Three’s A Crowd is a halal-certified eatery.
Located in Bugis, Pancake and Waffle Place is, by no surprise, known for their pancakes and waffles. There’s a good selection of items to choose from, so take your time to browse through the menu.
We recommend their Grilled Tiger Prawn Pancake ($20.90++), which beautifully presents grilled black tiger prawns covered with their signature spicy cream sauce. Fried tater tots and baby spinach are added as the finishing touches too. For those with a sweet tooth, get their Smores ($17.90++) to enjoy a glorious combination of fluffy pancakes, marshmallows, crushed Biscoff biscuits, and hazelnut chocolate sauce.
Check out our Pancake and Waffle Place review.
Address: 56 Kandahar Street, Singapore 198904
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 3:15pm, 5pm to 9:15pm
Tel: 6518 9368
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The Populus Coffee & Food Co. is a cafe that serves a myriad of fusion delights. Try the popular Truffle Wagyu Beef Donburi ($26++) which comes with Japanese white rice, seared wagyu beef mixed with a savoury onion and apple sauce, furikake, and seasonal vegetables. They also offer all-day brunch, with selections including The Populus Scramble ($22++) and a Halibut & Leek bowl ($26++).
For desserts, try their Lemon & White Chocolate Sundae ($15++) for a unique sweet yet sour flavour. Matcha lovers would be delighted to know that they currently have a seasonal Matcha & Strawberry Sundae ($16++) dessert too!
Address: 146 Neil Road, Singapore 088875
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 9am to 6:30pm, Fri-Sat 9am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6635 8420
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Mondays SG is known for their alcohol-free Canele (from $4), which comes in a variety of flavours such as Cream Cheese Matcha and Raspberry Truffle. Besides their speciality, you can find brunch items on the menu. The Monday’s Egg-citing Benedict ($23) is a popular choice among customers, and it features smoked salmon, smoked beef bacon, poached eggs, avocado mousse, lettuce, and sourdough bread. There’s also the Acai Your Way To Mondays ($15), which is an acai bowl topped with toasted granola and tropical fruits.
Address: 8 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199320
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 8pm
Tel: 9114 1479
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Located in Sengkang, The Apricus Cafe is a sister cafe to The Populus Coffee & Food Co. mentioned earlier. However, they offer a different menu here. Try The Apricus French Toast ($22++), comprising a baked vanilla brioche, house-made maple granola, seasonal berries, butterscotch, cereal crumbs, as well as roasted rice soft serve.
For something healthier, opt for their Green Bowl ($19++), which comes with crusted avocado, fresh zucchini, barley, quinoa and bulgar wheat, charred brussel sprouts, red cabbage and apple slaw, and roasted butternut squash with yoghurt.
Check out our The Apricus Cafe review.
Address: 248 Jalan Kayu, Singapore 799472
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 11am to 9pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 9pm
Tel: 6904 1175
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Located just five minutes away from Farrer Park MRT Station lies Wooly’s Bagels, a Muslim-owned eatery serving thick bagels. Try their Barnyarn Birdie ($17.80++), containing a thick piece of juicy chicken thigh that offers a satisfying crunch with each bite. For something spicy, opt for the Szechuan Sunrise ($17.40++), comprising creamy mayo, scrambled eggs, and mala-infused chicken. If you want something small, try the Mac & Cheese ($5.50) — you can’t go wrong with this!
Read our review of Wooly’s Bagels!
Address: 89 Rangoon Road, #01-03, Singapore 218375
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 8:30pm
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Nomad Bakehouse is a newly opened Muslim-owned bakery hidden within Depot Heights Shopping Centre, four bus stops away from Labrador Park MRT Station. They serve an array of pretty and delicious bakes, including both sweet and savoury flavours. Those with a sweet tooth should try the Nomad’s Signature Banana Crumble Cake ($6) and the Lemon Curd Meringue Croissant ($6.90), both of which have received high praise from customers. Some savoury options include the Nomad’s Signature Wild Mushroom Quiche ($6.90) that is said to contain a generous amount of ingredients.
Address: 108 Depot Road, #01-02, Depot Heights Shopping Centre, Singapore 100108
Opening hours: Thurs-Fri 7am to 5:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 5:30pm
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The Halia Restaurant is a beautiful cafe hidden inside the Singapore Botanic Gardens. The restaurant has an extensive menu, ranging from light bites to desserts. They also offer a 3-course set menu priced at $60++, where you’ll get an appetiser, a main, and a dessert. If not, they also serve a la carte options such as the Paperbag Halibut Filet ($35++) and the BBQ Glazed Blackmore Wagyu Spare Ribs (market price), both of which are the restaurant’s signature items.
End your meal with their Raspberry Opera Cake ($10++), or the unique Organic Chia Seed Pudding ($9++) if you want something healthier. Reservations are recommended as The Halia can get quite busy especially on the weekends!
Address: 1 Cluny Road, Ginger Gardens, Singapore Botanic Gardens, Singapore 259569
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 3:45pm, 6pm to 9pm
Tel: 8444 1148
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With its extensive menu, there’s definitely something for everyone here at Konditori. If you like something savoury, we recommend the Sun-Dried Tomato and Cheese Basil Pesto Sourdough ($8.90), which brings about a unique flavour profile that’s hardly seen in most sourdough breads. Opt for the popular Salted Caramel Cheesecake Croissant ($6.90) if you’d enjoy something on the sweeter side. Konditori also offers whole cakes from $80 to celebrate special occasions, but do note that pre-orders are needed for this!
Konditori is a 10-minute walk from Bugis MRT Station.
Address: 33/34 Bussorah Street, Singapore 199451
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 6pm
Tel: 6209 8580
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This list will introduce you to some of the best halal brunch places in Singapore. For more halal bakeries, take a look at our French American Bakery news. For halal-certified eateries in town, check out our list of halal restaurants in Orchard.
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