August has arrived, which means National Day is upon us. And what better way to celebrate our 54th year of independence than by indulging in Singapore’s favourite pastime: eating. This is especially true for Maybank Cardmembers, as there’ll be a slew of National Day dining deals at over 20 restaurants this month! Here are 11 restaurants where you can fill your belly up with buffets and high tea sessions with up to 54% off!
Ellenborough Market Café is best known for their Peranakan spread, comprising favourites such as ayam buah keluak, laksa, and their famous durian pengat. During their ‘A Celebration of Singapore’s Culinary Heritage’ Lunch Buffet, you will find a lineup of scrumptious nyonya dishes alongside hawker delights. Prepared à la minute are their stir-fried Hokkien mee, fried carrot cake, and satay bee hoon—all of which taste as good as those found at hawker centres!
If you’re a Maybank Cardmember, you will be delighted to know that you will only need to pay $54++ for two for the lunch buffet from now till 31 August 2019. So grab a friend along and head down ASAP, as this deal is valid until August, from Monday to Friday. Do note that it’s limited to just eight diners in a group.
Address: 20 Merchant Road, Swissôtel Merchant Court, Singapore, Singapore 058281
Buffet hours: Daily 12pm to 2:30pm
Tel: 6239 1847 / 6239 1848
Website
Check out Crossroads Bar for a little tête-à-tête session with your girlfriends during the National Day weekend. The tea set isn’t fixed here, and you can take your pick between their stalwart Peranakan Tea Set and the Summer In Kyoto set. The former features three tiers of Nyonya goodies including kong bak pau (braised pork belly bun), kuih puteri ayu (steamed pandan coconut cakes), as well as an ayam panggang (grilled chicken) sandwich, while the Japanese-themed tea stand comes with green tea cake and hotate mentaiyaki.
From now till 31 August 2019, come by with your Maybank Credit or Debit Card to score their Afternoon Tea For Two at $54++! This is a real steal, considering the usual price is $42++ per diner. However, do note that this sweet deal is only limited to a party of four.
Address: 20 Merchant Road, Swissôtel Merchant Court, Singapore 058281
Afternoon Tea hours: Daily 3pm to 5pm
Tel: 6239 1847 / 6239 1848
Website
For all the Muslim folks out there, fret not if you’re looking for a halal place to feast at ‘cause Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant has got you covered. They serve a wide spread of Balinese and fusion Indonesian fare—so you’ll get the best of both worlds. Be sure to try their Wok-Fried Spicy Prawn with Wild Petai that’s filled with robust flavours from sambal gravy, and the tender Boiled Spicy Beef Tendon.
From now till 31 August 2019, Maybank Cardmembers can even score a sweet deal on their lunch and dinner buffets ($65++). Simply present your card to score 54% off your bill—that means each person will only have to pay around $35 to enjoy the glorious spread.
Address: 405 Havelock Road, Furama RiverFront Singapore, Singapore 169633
Buffet hours: Daily 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Tel: 6333 8898
Website
At J65’s weekday lunch buffet ($32++), you’ll find loads of zhng-ed up local dishes like sambal sotong, chicken rice and satay—the latter two being popular fixtures of their live station. Even their dessert bar stands out with offerings such as potong ice-cream and ondeh-ondeh cakes.
If you’re a Maybank Cardmember, bring along one friend to enjoy the spread ‘cause their buffet will cost $54++ for two diners from now till 31 August 2019!
Address: 1A Cuscaden Road, Level 1, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore by Shangri-La, Singapore 249716
Buffet hours: Mon-Fri 12pm to 2:30pm
Tel: 6831 4374
Website
If delicious Chinese cuisine is what you prefer, head upstairs to Ah Hoi’s Kitchen. Facing Hotel Jen Tanglin’s beautiful swimming pool, the restaurant exudes a beach house vibe which makes it the best place to relax and indulge in zi char faves such as Sri Lankan Crab ($75++), Salted Egg Prawn ($20++) and Sweet and Sour Pork ($12++).
If you’re a Maybank Cardmember, bring along one friend from now to 31 August 2019 to enjoy the spread for a buffet cost of $54++ for two diners! The set comprises chilli crab, loads of fresh mussels, and prawns—so you can share ‘em with a group of four.
Address: 1A Cuscaden Road, Level 4, Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore by Shangri-La, Singapore 249716
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 2:30pm, 6:30pm to 10pm
Tel: 6831 4373
Website
Besides being one of the best golf clubs in Singapore, Keppel Club is also home to Fukuya Japanese Restaurant which dishes out masterful dishes such as maki and sashimi. Their signature item is Chef Tiger’s omakase which features creations based on the daily catch, ensuring them each plated item is of maximum freshness.
From now until 15 September 2019, Maybank Cardmembers can even enjoy 54% off Fukuya’s Sashimi Hana (U.P $38.80++), featuring a spread of prawns, tuna, scallop, hamachi, salmon, for even more fresh seafood goodness.
Address: 10 Bukit Chermin Road, Keppel Club, Singapore 109918
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
Tel: 6897 1990
Website
This year’s National Day ushers in a very long holiday period, and some of you might find yourselves at Changi Airport in the days leading to it. Fuel up at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport’s Azur Restaurant where you’ll find an assortment of Western and Asian nosh, such as Braised Pork, Butterfish with Mushroom Cream Sauce and Tomato Mozzarella.
They’ve recently revamped their desserts selection to include delectable bites such as tarts, eclairs, and cakes. They even have a milky strawberry fondue fountain where you can dip fruits and marshmallows. There’s also the Crab-ulous Dinner Buffet where you’ll get the likes of chilli crab, salted egg yolk crab, and baby lobsters!
From now till 30 September 2019, settle the bill with your Maybank Card, as every second diner pays only $54++ for their lunch and dinner buffets. Just be sure to make a reservation beforehand!
Address: 75 Airport Boulevard, Level 2, Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Singapore 819664
Buffet hours: Daily 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
Tel: 6823 5354
Website
If you’re looking to get your fill of affordable grilled meat, Charcoal Thai will be right up your alley. Their Mookata Set ($39.95++) is big enough for two to three diners, and lets you indulge in a slew of vegetables, marinated meat, and seafood. We’re talking jumbo prawns and black pepper pork!
From now till 31 August 2019, Maybank Cardmembers can get 54% off the set, meaning the entire spread will only cost $22 for you and your buddies!
Address: 321 Clementi Avenue 3, #02-08, Singapore 129905
Operating hours: Mon-Sun 11am to 10:30pm
Tel: 6250 9298
Website
Unleash your inner tai tai at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s Lobby Lounge with their fancy English Afternoon Tea. Meticulously arranged on three tiers are an assortment of macarons, pralines, eclairs, sandwiches and scones by award-winning chefs. Be sure to try their dainty pandan cake that’s soft and studded with sweet desiccated coconut.
From now till 30 September 2019, Maybank Cardmembers can spill the tea with a friend in tow, as they get to enjoy the English Afternoon Tea at just $54 for two diners. Given how everything here is refillable, $27 a pop makes the session extremely value for money.
Address: 320 Orchard Road, Lobby Level, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, Singapore 238865
Buffet hours: Daily 2pm to 5pm
Tel: 6831 4605
Website
Hidden among the upper floors of the Chinese Swimming Club, Fu Lin Men provides the ideal setting for a relaxing family dinner. This elegant restaurant churns up a delicious line of local classics, including their signature Superior Soya Sauce Marinated Chicken ($21++ for half, $42++ for whole chicken). The first bite of this succulent meat offers a light sweetness before savoury and buttery notes gradually reveal themselves.
To sweeten the deal, Maybank Cardmembers can enjoy 54% off their Superior Soya Sauce Marinated Chicken from now till 15 September 2019 as well. That means you can share a whole chicken with your family for just $18.40++!
Address: 21 Amber Road, #03-01, Chinese Swimming Club, Singapore 439870
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 3:30pm, 6pm to 10:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am to 3:30pm, 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 6282 0810
Website
The Square is bringing the National Day spirit to greater heights with their lunch and dinner buffets ($78++ on weekdays, $80++ on weekends) which feature farm-to-fork dishes from local farms. Some of the dishes they’ve collaborated on include the Lobster Laksa, Assorted Vegetables with Mushroom, and Sandwich Ice-Cream.
There are three types of noodles including Wolfberry, Sesame and Emerald to pair your lobster or abalone with!
Image credit: Furama RiverFront Singapore
From now till the end of the month, Maybank Cardmembers will get 54% off the buffets, meaning each diner can pay as low as $45.90 nett!
Address: 405 Havelock Road, Level 2, Furama RiverFront, Singapore 169633
Buffet hours: Daily 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10:30pm
Tel: 6739 6468
Website
Paint the town red—and white—with these National Day dining deals, including 54% off mookata and ginormous seafood buckets at just $54++. All you gotta do is to just whip out your Maybank Credit or Debit Card to enjoy these sweet deals at over 54 merchants, including retail, travel, entertainment categories, and more!
Apply now and receive a complimentary American Tourister Linex 66/24 Luggage TSA worth $260** too!
Alternatively, SMS “MBAPPLY EBA <Name> <NRIC>” to 79898 or visit maybank.sg/applycards for details.
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Photos taken by Pepita Wauran, An Lim and Crystal Tan.
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