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MUSLIM VISITOR GUIDE

to Singapore
HALAL DINING • PRAYER SPACES • CULTURE • STORIES
FIRST EDITION | 2020 | ENGLISH VERSION
 FOREWORD
Muslim-friendly Singapore
P18 LITTLE INDIA Muslims make up 14 percent of Singapore’s population As a Muslim traveller, this guide provides you
and it is no surprise that this island state offers a large with the information you need to enjoy your stay
variety of Muslim-friendly gastronomic experiences. in Singapore — a city where your passions in life
MASJID SULTAN
P10 KAMPONG GLAM Many of these have been Halal certified by MUIS, are made possible. You may also download the
P06 ORCHARD ROAD also known as the Islamic Religious Council of MuslimSG app and follow @halalSG on Twitter for
Singapore (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura). Visitors any Halal related queries while in Singapore.
can also consider Muslim-owned food establishments
throughout the city. Furthermore, mosques and – Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS)
musollahs around the island allow you to fulfill your
P34 ESPLANADE religious obligations while you are on vacation.

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CONTENTS
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ORCHARD
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KAMPONG MARINA BAY &

MAP OF SEVEN 10 GLAM 34 ESPLANADE
NEIGHBOURHOODS
This Muslim-friendly
LITTLE TRAVEL
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guide to the seven main
neighbourhoods around 18 INDIA 38 ITINERARIES
Singapore helps you make
the best of your stay.
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Tourism Court This guide was developed with inputs from writers Nur Safiah
1 Orchard Spring Lane Alias and Suffian Hakim, as well as CrescentRating, a leading
Singapore 247729 authority on Halal travel.
Tel: (65) 6736 6622

stb.gov.sg

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INTRODUCTION TIPS Useful tips for navigating Muslim-friendly Singapore

Variety of Halal Food in Singapore

Singapore is home to a wide variety of Halal cuisines, from Japanese,
Chinese, Korean to Middle Eastern, Western and more. Most fast food
chains in Singapore are Halal certified by MUIS. For a quick fix, head
over to some of them such as McDonald’s, Burger King, KFC, Long
John Silver’s, Popeyes and Texas Chicken.
The metropolis has an abundance of Halal restaurants that have been
made easily identifiable in this guide by two different Halal logos.

Halal Certified Establishments

Eating establishments bearing this logo indicate that they have been Halal certified by
Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS), also known as the Islamic Religious Council of
Singapore. MUIS is the Islamic authority in-charge of Muslim affairs in Singapore. It
Muslim-friendly Destination provides Halal Certification services and regulates the Singapore Halal industry.
Singapore has a vibrant and diverse multi-cultural community with
accessible Muslim-friendly facilities such as Halal food and prayer spaces Halal Establishments
in popular areas. This guide helps you to identify the different Halal
certified and Muslim-owned establishments around the city. Restaurants accompanied with this Halal logo indicate that, while they may not
have been Halal certified by MUIS, they are still Halal and are safe to dine in. In this
case, the restaurant is either Muslim-owned or uses 100% Halal ingredients and is
Iftar with the Locals frequently patronised by local Muslims.

Most mosques or masjids

(masajid) as they are called here,
provide iftar meals throughout Halal Food at Hawker Centres
Ramadan. The iftar meals may Hawker centres are a familiar sight in the city, recognisable by numerous
vary from a dulang style where stalls lined up next to each other. Also affectionately referred to by locals
four to five people share a meal as kopitiams, these are food complexes offering various types of
from one large tray or bento style cuisines. You will be able to find Halal stalls by looking out for the MUIS
where each individual receives Halal certified logo. Although they share a common eating space, you
a set meal. A common practice can be assured that the Halal stalls are identified by different coloured
Ramadan Bazaar among mosques is porridge cutleries and have a separate wash and tray return area.
distribution, which occurs at
Each year, regardless of race or religion, Singaporeans will flock to the
various times depending on the
Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar for their annual dosage of trendy food,
mosque. Ramadan is the month of
traditional apparel and kuih (traditional Malay sweets) during Ramadan.
That is when the bazaar becomes a food and shopping haven. Experience
giving and improving our deeds; a Prayer Facilities Visit Singapore App
perfect opportunity to foster closer
the Ramadan Bazaar in its full glory from when the sun sets till late. You Singapore offers plenty of stunning Search, discover and explore
ties with the local community!
will definitely not want to miss this annual event! mosques and convenient musollahs places of interest on the go.
(designated prayer rooms in public Explore and uncover hidden
spaces) should you need a break from gems, save your favourite places,
Did You Know? sightseeing to perform your daily prayers. and navigate around Singapore
All mosques provide a dedicated female with ease — be it by walking,
Singapore is ranked as
prayer and ablution area with privacy as public transportation or car.
the top Muslim-friendly
destination among non-OIC well as female prayer garments.
(Organization of Islamic
Cooperation) countries
for five consecutive
years, according to the DURATION TO THE NEAREST PRAYER SPACE
Mastercard-CrescentRating Finding Nearby
Global Muslim Travel Index. Prayer Spaces
The places featured in this travel
guide are marked with these icons Indicates Indicates On foot By car By Sentosa
to indicate the nearest prayer the nearest the nearest Express monorail
space for your convenience. mosque musollah

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ORCHARD Orchard Road, Singapore’s bustling shopping belt is a ORCHARD ROAD

one-way street filled with plenty of international and

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restaurants. Take your pick! THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

PASSION TOURS
Hop onto an open top double
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fashion, home, and beauty, Design Orchard is a one-stop shop for budding
local designers. Look out for brands like The Paper Bunny, Pew Pew Patches
AL-FALAH and many others for unique gifts to call your own.
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Far East Plaza Far East Plaza
everyday essentials, these pieces Wisma Atria
‘Masjid’ and ‘Falah’ are both TANGS was formerly known as C.K Tangs, named after its founder Mr #03-76, S228213 #04-105, S228213
+65 6235 4465 +65 6733 6958 hold memories of the lion city.
Arabic words which translate to Tang Choon Keng. The building was modeled after a traditional imperial SocietyA
‘mosque’ and ‘success’ in English palace and takes influence from Chinese culture and architecture. Ngee Ann City
respectively. Al-Falah Mosque is INSIDER’S TIP Pedro
a convenient place for Muslims Istana Beat the heat and look out for underpasses. Most of the key ION Orchard
to pray while shopping and Istana means ‘palace’ in the Malay language and it is the office and attractions and malls in Orchard Road are interconnected via Her Velvet Vase
sightseeing in Orchard Road. official residence of the President of Singapore. It is open to public on
underpasses that are widely used by both locals and tourists. Plaza Singapura

gazetted public holidays.

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ORCHARD ROAD
4Fingers Crispy Chicken
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4fingers.com +65 6509 6987
Fried chicken lovers, you are in for a treat. 4Fingers
Cajun on Wheels is a Singaporean fast food chain with stores across
01 Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Australia and even the
cajunonwheels.com +65 6341 9665 United States. The eatery offers free-range Asian-style
fried chicken in soy or spicy sauce.
Pamper yourself with quality seafood at Cajun on
Wheels, a Halal certified Louisiana style seafood place Sun - Thu & PH: 11am - 10pm ION Orchard
fashioned out of a gourmet food truck. Try their Olympian Fri, Sat & Eve of PH: 11am - 10.30pm 2 Orchard Turn
Bucket: a juicy concoction of crabs, prawns, white clams, #B4-06A, S238801
Al-Falah Mosque 8 min
mussels with sides of corn, and potatoes.
Daily 11am - 10pm Plaza Singapura
68 Orchard Road #03-92, S238839
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Sora Boru
Al-Falah Mosque 10 min facebook.com/SoraBoruSingapore

The name ‘Sora Boru’ is an endearing play on the

Japanese articulation of the word ‘bowl’. This newly
Puncak Halal certified Japanese eatery offers affordable
+65 6738 4348
02 one-bowl meals. You can even customise your own
chirashi (Japanese rice bowl). Whether you are a fan of
Puncak is a Halal eatery that specialises in Chinese octopus, shrimp, salmon, swordfish or tuna, they have
cuisine. Some of their popular dishes include something special for everyone.
Honeydew Chicken Noodle, Wanton Noodles and
Claypot Rice. Locals boast about their Fried Wonton, Sun - Thu: 11am - 9.30pm 313@Somerset
served piping hot and coated with a crispy yellow outer Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm 313 Orchard Road #B3-19/20,
Al-Falah Mosque 9 min S238895
layer. Dip it in mayonnaise and sweet black soya sauce
for added oomph.
Daily 11.30am - 9.30pm Far East Plaza
14 Scotts Road #05-94, S228213 Royal Plaza on Scotts Musollah 3 min 07 08

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Al-Falah Mosque 5 min Al-Falah Mosque 5 min

DC Super Heroes Cafe Maki-San

facebook.com/dcshcafetaka +65 6262 1918 order.makisan.com +65 8218 4204

Al-Falah Mosque 5 min Al-Falah Mosque 2 min Boasting a Western and Asian fusion menu of nearly Maki-San is a home-grown Singapore brand
150 items, the cafe’s food and beverage options are that is loved by Singaporeans. Here, you get to
Heavenly Wang Butter Studio testament to Chef Woo’s culinary creativity. Helmed by choose from over 40 ingredients to DIY your sushi.
DC superfan and celebrity veteran Martin Woo, he even Alternatively, you can select from one of the many
wangcafe.com +65 6550 6500 thebutterstudio.com +65 6734 6153 has his own personal collection of DC Comics figurines ready-to-order options.
which are on display at the cafe.
Indulge your tastebuds with their traditional toast sets. Having a celebration? Satisfy your sweet cravings by
Expect soft boiled eggs and crispy toasted bread spread indulging in hand-baked desserts from Butter Studio. Daily 10am - 8pm Ngee Ann City Sun - Thu: 11.30am - 9.30pm Cineleisure Orchard
with a layer of their signature kaya jam made from Their mouthwatering sweet treats are made with 391 Orchard Road #02-13, S238873 Fri - Sat: 11.30am - 10pm 8 Grange Road #B1-06,
coconut milk and eggs. Try the local coffee — kopi, to high-quality farm-fresh eggs, seasonal fruits, and local S239695
kickstart your day. market produce. They are made from recipes that have
been passed down from generation to generation. Fried fish skin coated with Sushi cake base Crispy toast with
salted egg yolk. Makes topped with choice creamy sweet
Mon - Fri: 7.30am - 10pm Daily 10am - 9.30pm coconut and
Sat, Sun & PH: 8.30am - 10pm perfect souvenirs! of raw fish, add-ons
@irvinsaltedegg and sauce. butter filling.
Ngee Ann City Ngee Ann City
IRVINS Salted Egg Sora Boru Heavenly Wang
391 Orchard Road #B2-30, S238874 391 Orchard Road #B208-4A, S238874

Salted Egg Fish Skin Sushi Keiki Kaya Toast

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KAMPONG Sitting between the Kallang River and major shopping K A MPO N G G L AM
malls like Bugis Junction and Bugis+, Kampong Glam is

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a gorgeously preserved slice of Singapore’s heritage.
Flanked by skyscrapers, the nostalgic shophouses of
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Kampong Glam are beautiful remnants of Singapore’s
earlier days.

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array of street art murals that adorn past its multi-label stores, quirky Take the Chinese glazed green
the facades of cafes and boutique boutiques and hip cafes. Haji Lane tiles on its parapet for example.
stores in vibrant hues. These works is peppered with stores carrying You can also spot Singapore’s
Murals Around Kampong Glam of art were created by local and local wares, which would make own ‘leaning tower’ - a four level
minaret which tilts at an angle of
international artists like Didier Jaba great souvenirs for loved ones.
Coffee Story Satay Club Kids in Trolleys about six degrees.
Mathieu, Sheryo x The Yok, Oak and
29 Sultan Gate 9 Jalan Pinang Jalan Klapa Bindi and more. 4001 Beach Road, S199584
Muscat Street Bejeweled: An Homage to Kampung Intan Girl with Lion Cub
facebook.com/
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Sultan Arts Village Gelam Gallery and Jalan Kledek INSIDER’S TIP
Head to Haji Lane for a pop of colour. The striking murals and cool Halal
71 Sultan Gate 80 Arab Street
cafes make Haji Lane the perfect backdrop for your Instagrammable shots.
Textiles Haji Lane Wall
26 Haji Lane Haji Lane
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K AMPONG GLAM K A MPO N G G L AM

THE NEIGHBOURHOOD ONE OF A KIND

PASSION STORIES PASSION STORIES

HEAD OVER TO WARDAH BOOKS

SIGN UP FOR TEATER EKAMATRA'S LATEST TODAY FOR A DOSE OF MALAY/
Sultan Mosque 3 min EVENTS ON THEIR WEBSITE Sultan Mosque 1 min MUSLIM LITERARY HISTORY

Teater Ekamatra Sometimes passion chooses you instead. Mohd Wardah Books At a time when bookstores all over the world were
Fared Jainal is the current Artistic Director of Teater closing down, Ibrahim Tahir’s belief that there was
ekamatra.org.sg +65 6435 0131 wardahbooks.com +65 6297 1232
Ekamatra but he started out as a graphic designer room in the world for a bookstore specialising in
Teater Ekamatra was founded in 1988 to develop with love for all forms of art. With an interest in Wardah Books is an independent bookstore carrying English Islamic books, keeps Wardah Books thriving.
the Malay arts throughout childhood, Fared went Seventeen years ago, he opened a small bookstore
a form of experimental Malay theatre that fuses into theatre after graduating with a Masters in Arts English books that cover a wide range of topics such along North Bridge Road with just a few bookshelves.
Southeast Asian theatre styles with contemporary (Design) from LASELLE College of the Arts. He as Sufism and Islamic history. They have a whole He believed that these books deserve to take up more
techniques. Since then, the company has expanded started out with set design but was soon roped in shelf dedicated to children’s books as well. Find a than one shelf in a general bookstore.
its reach to both the Malay community and non-Malay as a calefare. He then realised how much he loved comfortable spot in the two-storey shophouse and Today, Wardah Books at Bussorah Street is where
audiences, focusing on general socio-political themes in performing as an actor. From there, he pursued browse through book collections that were personally readers go to be inspired by books on Islamic history,
its production. acting at several theatre companies, across different curated by the owner, Ibrahim Tahir. spirituality, philosophy, and current affairs.
countries and eventually directing plays.
Aliwal Arts Centre, 28 Aliwal Street #02-10, S199918 Mon - Sat: 10am - 9pm 58 Bussorah Street, S199474
Sun: 10am - 6pm

PASSION TOURS PASSION STORIES

PAMPER YOUR HAIR AND MAKE

AN APPOINTMENT NOW ON
Sultans of Spice Sultan Mosque 1 min Sultan Mosque 3 min KARVA’S WEBSITE
Gain insights into Malay traditions as you learn about
the history of the old Royal Palace, the Sultan Mosque
and the Tombs of Malayan Princes — a burial ground
Malay Heritage Centre KARVA Salon for ladies For wife and husband duo, Rozza Ramli and Jai
hidden inside a cemetery. Wahab, KARVA was born out of their shared interests
malayheritage.org +65 6391 0450 karva.sg +65 6291 1205
journeys.com.sg
in grooming.
+65 6325 1631 /+65 6338 6133 Learn about the rich history of Singapore’s Malay This salon caters to hijab-wearing ladies. Guests ‘I was not an ambitious person. I wanted to have five
community through artefacts and interactive displays. are treated in privacy and the salon uses only kids and imagined myself as a housewife,’ said Rozza.
Unity in Diversity After her fourth child, she wondered about what she
The centre occupies the grounds of the original Halal certified hair products and water permeable
Take a 3-hour tour around Bras Basah and learn about would do in her free time as her children started to
Istana Kampong Glam which was built in 1819 by nail polishes on their customers. grow up. When Rozza was a flight stewardess, she
the religion and culture in Singapore. Notice how all
the religious monuments of these six religions in Sultan Hussein Mohamed Shah, and was home to would check herself into salons during her layovers.
Singapore today are located no more than 550 metres Malay royalty for over 50 years. Head over to their Daily 11am - 8pm 73A Bussorah Street, S199486 She then realised that there was no salon on par with
away from each other. website to learn more about the latest exhibitions and Toni & Guy in Singapore for Muslim ladies. Hence,
abedutours.com.sg programmes offered by the centre. came the inspiration behind KARVA.
+65 6339 2114
Tue - Sun: 8am - 9pm 85 Sultan Gate, S198501

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K AMPONG GLAM K A MPO N G G L AM

ONE OF A KIND HALAL FOOD

01 PASSION STORIES

CALL FATPAPAS TO RESERVE A TABLE TODAY

Sultan Mosque 2 min

Sultan Mosque 3 min Sultan Mosque 1 min

FatPapas Sheikh Haikel, the Singaporean rapper and movie / TV
fatpapas.sg +65 6291 8028 star-turned-F&B entrepreneur is always forthcoming
Sifr Aromatics Amazing Chambers Singapura with his opinions and ideas. He always communicates
Founded by local rapper Sheikh Haikel, this eatery them with his trademark sense of humour.
sifr.sg +65 6392 1966 amazingchambers.sg +65 6906 3271
serves big portions of comfort food like BBQ Beef At the beginning of his career as an F&B entrepreneur,
Sifr Aromatics is an experimental offshoot by third- Housed in a two-storey building within the Malay Ribs and even allows you to build your own burger. Haikel’s philosophy was simple: what about us?
Of course, no visit to FatPapas is complete without
generation owner Johari Kazura. Here, you can Heritage Centre, Amazing Chambers Singapura is sampling their signature burgers like the Mahalo ‘We see all these nice restaurants in Singapore with
experiment with more innovative scents like ‘East’: a an immersive escape room experience with curated burger which consists of a beef patty topped with fantastic food, but they are not Halal. Why can't we
blend of oud (agarwood), rose absolute, amber and themes on Singapore’s heritage and culture. Discover caramelised onions, melted aged cheddar and creamy have the same? I want the same taste, the same
neroli. Shop for affordable and handmade body balms, Singapore’s rich past as you go on a journey back in mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun. quality, the same flavour, but Halal.’
scented candles and vintage perfume bottles. time and experience history like never before. For seven years, he pursued his dream of having a Halal
Mon - Sat: 11am - 8pm 42 Arab Street, S199741 Mon - Thu: 10.30am - 10pm 73 Sultan Gate, S198497 Sun - Thu: 12pm - 10pm 17 Bali Lane, S189853 burger place and never gave up. FatPapas was finally
Sun: 11am - 5pm Fri - Sun: 10.30am - 12.30am Fri - Sat, Eve PH & PH: established in 2017.
12pm - 10.30pm

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Sultan Mosque 3 min Sultan Mosque 2 min Sultan Mosque 1 min

Moza Aesthetics Spa Tipo Pasta Bar Fluff Bakery

mozaaesthetics.com +65 6291 3658 tipo.sg +65 8768 0785 fluffbakery.sg +65 8251 1353

Halalicious Founded by Norfasarie Yahya, Moza Aesthetics Spa is a If you are a fan of Italian food, you must try the Fluff Bakery is known for their airy cupcakes that are
serene hideout in the heart of Haji Lane that combines customisable pasta dishes at Tipo Pasta Bar. Catch deliciously baked with local flavours like Durian Pengat
Go on a food tasting and heritage tour of the various
mosques and places of worship on a vintage Vespa high-tech treatments with traditional beauty techniques. a glimpse of unique pasta types like Casarecce and (a traditional Malay dessert). You cannot say you have
sidecar. Enjoy the ride! They offer soothing gua sha (traditional Chinese therapy) Mafalda handmade in action made from scratch. been to Fluff Bakery if you have not tried their signature
Choose from a variety of infused pasta and an Salted Caramel and Red Velvet Nutella Cupcakes. Six
toureast.net inspired facials using jade, crystal and rose quartz.
assortment of sauces such as Creamy Pesto, Tom Yum decadent flavours are on rotation weekly.
+65 6735 1221 and the house special: Beef Ragu.
Mon, Wed - Sat: 11am - 8.30pm 146 Arab Street, S199830 Mon - Sat: 12pm - 7pm 4 Jalan Pisang, S199071
Tue & Sun: 11am - 5.30pm Daily 12pm - 10pm 785 North Bridge Road, Closed on Sun
S198753

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K AMPONG GLAM

HALAL FOOD Fika Swedish Cafe and Bistro

fikacafe.com +65 6396 9096
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Should you need a short break from the hustle and bustle
04 PASSION STORIES of a typical Kampong Glam evening, take a short walk
towards the intersection of Beach Road and Arab Street,
where this quaint Halal Swedish bistro sits. Here, you
can feast on scrumptious Swedish staples and pastries
amidst a classical European interior. Grab a seat on
the second floor where couches, statement rugs and a
surprisingly well-stocked bookshelf makes you feel like
you are visiting a friend’s home rather than a restaurant.

Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm 257 Beach Road, S199539

Fri - Sat: 11am - 11pm
TRY LINA’S FLAVOURFUL MEALS AND
Sultan Mosque 1 min CAKES WITH A VISIT Sultan Mosque 3 min

Lina’s Cafe 41-year-old Marlinah Bte Ahmad, or Lina, has been

linas-cafe.business.site +65 9187 2094
an entrepreneur for most of her adult life. In fact, she
comes from a family of business owners. 08 09
Known as ‘Friends of Autism’, this cafe aims to create ‘But I did not want to open something without heart or
a safe haven for families and children with autism. It is purpose,’ said Lina. Lina’s Cafe is derived from her own
easily identifiable by the mural painting of a figure sitting experiences as a mother. ‘My 12-year-old daughter,
by a tree. They serve authentic Malay comfort food Sara, is on the spectrum. When we go out, I find it
like Mee Siam and Mee Rebus. If your child has special hard to bring her to restaurants or cafes because she
needs, you may request for off-the-menu items. will have her tantrums and meltdowns. We would
get stared at and receive verbal abuse. I thought, if it
Mon: 11am - 7.30pm; Tue - Sat: 7 Jalan Pisang,
11am - 8.30pm | Closed on Sun & S199074
happens to me, it will surely happen to other families
1st Mon of every month with ASD (autism spectrum disorder) kids.’

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The Ramen Stall Lickety

theramenstall.sg +65 6655 0800 facebook.com/licketysg +65 6291 7670

This Halal Japanese restaurant offers ramen and a wide Lickety offers tempting ice cream flavours ranging
range of sushi, sashimi and desserts. Their chicken-based from crowd favourites like Dark Angel (dark chocolate)
broth is simmered to perfection for hours to achieve a and Vanilla Bean, to current gourmet flavours like
milky texture with no artificial flavouring, MSG, salt or sugar Lavender Honey and Earl Grey & Fig. Top off your ice
Sultan Mosque 1 min Sultan Mosque 3 min added. A favourite to start off with is the Volcano Ramen cream with Hong Kong style Egglet waffles which
with chilli on the side. come in two flavours: Buttermilk and Red Velvet.
Hjh Maimunah The Dim Sum Place The Ramen Stall is currently undergoing Halal certification renewal at the
time of publication. Daily 11am - 11pm 34 Bussorah Street, S199452
hjmaimunah.com +65 6297 4294 thedimsumplace.sg +65 6655 8787
Mon - Fri: 5pm - 5am 787 North Bridge Road,
Established in the 90s, Hjh Maimunah has become a This eatery serves over 100 Cantonese-style dishes, Sat - Sun & PH: 12pm - 5am S198755
familiar name among locals for its variety of mouth- infused with local flavours. They specialise in Cantonese-
watering nasi padang (steamed rice with pre-cooked style dumplings containing meat like Braised Duck Cha
dishes). The restaurant’s signature dishes include Shu Bun and Beef Short Rib with Black Pepper. End your A blend of pulled Swirls of creamy palm Layered pandan (fragrant
black tea, milk sugar soft serve. herb) cake with hidden bits of
Sudanese grilled chicken and lemak siput (shellfish meal with the Molten Salted Egg Custard Bun that oozes a and ginger. gula melaka (palm sugar) and
@overrun.sg
cooked in a spicy coconut gravy). creamy golden liquid as you take a bite. See P42 See P43 coconut shreds.
The Dim Sum Place is currently undergoing Halal certification renewal at
Mon - Sat: 7am - 8pm 11 & 15 Jalan Pisang, Bhai Sarbat Overrun Lina’s Cafe
the time of publication.
Closed on Sun S199078
Sun - Thu: 11am - 2.30pm; 791 North Bridge Road,
5.30pm - 11pm S198759 Teh Saarbat Chendol Soft Serve Ondeh-ondeh Cake
Fri, Sat & Eve of PH:
11am - 2.30pm, 5.30pm - 5am
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LITTLE Nestled along Rochor River, this cultural precinct was once LITTLE INDIA
a ‘town’ of racehorse tracks and lime pits with most of

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its residents being Indian labourers of the cattle trading
business. Today, it is one of Singapore’s most vibrant
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and Farrer Park. Today, the
mosque hosts worshippers of
Working Class Hero Traditional Trades of Little Madam Mogra, Jasmine of the City Jewellery makes the perfect various races.
Hindoo Road India Chander Road souvenir for your loved ones. Gold,
Alive @ CLIVE Belilios Lane A Ride Through Race Course Road diamonds or everything in between, 265 Serangoon Road,
Little India has it all. Shop for S218099
Dunlop Street Cattleland 2 50 Race Course Road
Kerbau Road necklaces, earrings, bangles, rings angulliamosque.com.sg
I Am Still Here
and chains at the numerous shops
Clive Street Kathaka
along Little India.
68 Serangoon Road

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LITTLE INDIA

HALAL FOOD
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Abdul Gafoor Mosque 1 min Angullia Mosque 7 min

The Malayan Council Sakunthala’s Restaurant

facebook.com/Themalayacouncil +65 9002 4414 sakunthala.com.sg +65 6293 6649

Abdul Gafoor Mosque Angullia Mosque 3 min

The Malayan Council elevates Malay dishes by infusing Whether you are hosting an event or simply want
7 min
Malay cooking and spices into classic Western dishes. to spend time with your loved ones, Sakunthala’s
Try their Roti Kirai Beef Ribs (soft lace pancakes Restaurant promises to give you a delightful
Tekka Centre Azmi Restaurant served with tender beef ribs smothered in gravy). experience. They serve a range of traditional food,
Huge portions and delicious food makes dining at The namely North Indian, South Indian, Chinese and fusion
facebook.com/Azmichapati +65 9428 0203 Malayan Council worth every dollar. dishes. A must-try sweet treat is their payasam (a
Built in 1982, Tekka Centre stands as a nostalgic
alternative to other supermarkets in Singapore. The warm milky dessert served with vermicelli).
Dig into some good ol’ chapati (unleavened flatbread)
wet market sells a range of fruits, vegetables and Halal and pair it with meat and vegetable dishes at Azmi Daily 11am - 11pm 22 Dunlop Street, S209350 Daily 11am - 10.30pm 66 Race Course Road, S218570
meat at affordable prices. There is also a hawker centre Restaurant. Freshly cooked each day, these chapatis
where visitors may enjoy Halal Indian delicacies like roti are only a dollar each.
prata (Indian bread) and rojak (a variety of fried dough
fritters dipped in sweet red peanut sauce). Daily 10am - 10pm 168 Serangoon Road, S218051
06 07
Daily 6.30am - 9pm Tekka Centre,
665 Buffalo Road L1, S210665

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Abdul Gafoor Mosque 1 min Angullia Mosque 7 min

Bismillah Biryani Machan’s Kitchen

bismillahbiryani.com +65 6935 1326 machanskitchen.com +65 6291 2526

This is the only biryani (seasoned rice with meat, fish Have a taste of authentic Tamil cuisine, made using
Angullia Mosque 6 min
Dhobis, Saris, and a Spot of Curry and vegetables) restaurant in the world to be awarded a the freshest herbs and spices. For starters, you can
Explore the nook and crannies of Little India, from its Michelin Bib Gourmand. The seasoned rice and marinated indulge in some sweet corn vegetable soup before
historical temples to delectable Halal Indian dishes,
eye-catching murals and secret hideouts.
Beyond Pancakes meat is cooked together in a pot over a charcoal fire, with
charcoal placed on top of the pot as well. Wash down your
digging into a main course of vendakai masala (curry
and ladies fingers seasoned with South Indian spices).
journeys.com.sg beyondpancakes.com +65 6909 6265 meal with a mango lassi (yoghurt, water and spices drink).
+65 6325 1631 / +65 6338 6133
Beyond Pancakes prides themselves in making their Daily 11.30am - 9pm 50 Dunlop Street, S209379 Daily 11am - 10.30pm 74 Race Course Road, S218574
Down to the Bare Walls batter from scratch. You will find four pancake styles:
Do not miss the chance to witness the vibrancy of Little German Flammekouche, Dutch Pannenkoek, French
India. Enjoy tasty Mughlai dishes in a North Indian Gallettes, and American. Try the savoury Le Poulet Traditional sweet A refreshing drink
restaurant, take a tour around the most famous temples, pancakes, which are filled with mushrooms and spring Deep fried fritters
and maybe even put on a traditional sari (traditional outfit flavoured lightly made of milk solids, pressed straight
onions, coupled with grilled chicken and vegetables in sugar, rose syrup and from the stems of
for females) while you are at it. with spices.
honey mustard sauce on the side. Do not forget their cardamom powder. the sugarcane.
abedutours.com.sg pastas, burgers and nachos set as well. Sakunthala’s
Restaurant Tekka Market Tekka Market
+65 6339 2114
Mon - Sun: 9am - 10pm City Square Mall,
180 Kitchener Road
Vadai Gulab Jamun Sugarcane Juice
#02-35/36, S208539

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TIONG This precinct is one of Singapore’s oldest residential estates T I O N G BA H R U

and used to be a burial ground for the Cantonese and

BAHRU
Hakka communities. Today, Tiong Bahru is one of the most
hip and happening housing estates with interesting cafes
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and shops all around.

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Tiong Bahru Estate dates back to the
TIONG BAHRU This 2.5km trail features ten heritage markers consisting of 1930s style 1930s. It has more than 900 units
BOON TIONG ROAD
MRT architectural buildings and other popular landmarks like the Monkey God and 30 apartment blocks, ranging
TIONG BAHRU ROAD Temple, which houses statues that are almost a century old. If you ever from two to five-room apartments.
need a pick-me-up, fret not as there are many cafes located along this trail The estate’s architecture
KIM PONG ROAD
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incorporates a mix of both art deco

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to fuel your spirits with some coffee.

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CE Get amazing outfits from Nana & For those of you who love reading,
Bird, an eco-friendly shop that stocks Books Actually is the perfect When the Japanese bombed
women and kids clothing. They also haven for you. This charming Singapore between December
have an array of jewellery such as bookstore carries books by local 1941 and January 1942, residents
bracelets, brooches and earrings to authors across various genres for in this area dashed here for cover.
Murals Around Tiong Bahru Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque add to your collection. adults and children. During peace time, the bomb
shelter was planned to be used as
Pasar and the Fortune Teller Mon - Fri: 12pm - 7pm Sun & Mon: 9am - 6pm
Established in 1962, Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Sat - Sun & PH: 10am - 6pm Tues - Sat: 9am - 7pm a covered playground for children.
Eng Watt Street mosque serves the needs of residents at
1M Yong Siak Street, S168641 9 Yong Siak Street, S168645 Daily 24/7 78 Guan Chuan
Bird Singing Corner Redhill, Tiong Bahru, and Alexandra, as well as
Street, S160078
Seng Poh Lane office workers in nearby industrial estates. It
was demolished and reconstructed in 1985 to
Home INSIDER’S TIP
accomodate 2,000 people.
Between Tiong Poh Road and Eu Chin Street If you are feeling tired and need a boost to your energy levels, take a stroll down Tiong Bahru Park. There is a
playground for the kids and even a foot reflexology path for you to enjoy a calming foot massage.

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Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 13 min Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 13 min Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 12 min Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 12 min

Bun Times Stuff’d Polar Puffs & Cakes The Soup Spoon
buntimes.com.sg +65 6358 3465 stuffed.com.sg polarpuffs-cakes.com +65 6275 9939 thesoupspoon.com +65 6358 4127

Grab a quick breakfast from Bun Times. They specialise Since 2014, Stuff’d has been selling Mexican and Turkish Polar Puffs & Cakes’ history dates back to 1926 when The Soup Spoon uses fresh, anti-oxidant and anti-
in succulent curry buns that follow authentic Hainanese kebabs, burritos, salads and tacos. Whether you are in the Chan Hinky first opened its doors at 51 Street. Their inflammatory ingredients that will help keep your cells
recipes. Today, the buns are still made according to mood for a nutritious bowl of succulent beef and black menu includes both sweet and savoury items like healthy and reduce the risk of diseases. They offer eight
Hainanese customs and recipes, but enhanced with beans, or corn tacos with a delightful mix of salsa sauce cakes, pastries and party delight sets. Specials include types of soup mains, namely Boston Clam Chowder and
modern technology. and chicken, Stuff’d has something for everyone. the chicken pie, classic cheese cake and the 24-piece Meatless Minestrone. If you are eco-conscious, consider
assorted fresh fruit tartlets and mini egg tarts. buying their cooler bag to store your hot takeaway soup!
Daily 10am - 10pm Tiong Bahru Plaza, Daily 10am - 10pm Tiong Bahru Plaza, Daily 10am - 10pm Tiong Bahru Plaza, Mon - Fri: 11am - 10pm Tiong Bahru Plaza 302 Tiong
302 Tiong Bahru Road #B1-123, 302 Tiong Bahru Road #B1-K8, 302 Tiong Bahru Road #B1-K10, Sat, Sun, Eve of PH & PH: Bahru Road #01-104, S168732
S168732 S168732 S168732 10.30am - 10pm

03 04 07 Plain Vanilla Bakery

COFFEE BREAK
1D Yong Siak Street, S168641

Tiong Bahru Bakery

56 Eng Hoon Street #01-70, S160056

Drips Bakery Cafe

82 Tiong Poh Road #01-05, S160082

Creamier Handcrafted Ice Cream & Coffee

78 Yong Siak Street #01-18, S163078

*Note: Cafes listed are great for a quick

coffee break, but take note that they are not
Halal certified.
Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 11 min Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 11 min Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 14 min

Super Makan Asia Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles Pezzo

facebook.com/supermakanasia +65 9838 8297 facebook.com/tonguetipbeefnoodles pezzo.com.sg +65 6844 4222

Super Makan Asia is a modest eatery that has been At Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles, you can If you love pizza, you will love Pezzo. They have more
operating for nine years. It serves affordable local customise your dish by choosing the thickness and than 100 outlets worldwide. A must-try flavour has got
Indonesian, Malaysian and Asian cuisine. Indulge in dishes shape of your noodles as well as the choice of dry or to be the BBQ Bonanza topped with chicken strips and
like Nasi Lemak (rice cooked in coconut milk and pandan soup base. Their open kitchen allows you to watch the onions, then doused in BBQ sauce and topped with more
leaf) and Mee Goreng (fried noodles). Not forgetting, local noodle masters expertly pull lumps of dough into long, cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
drinks like kopi (coffee) and Chinese tea. elegant strands of noodles.
Daily 9.30am - 10pm Daily 11am - 10pm Daily 10am - 10pm

Tiong Bahru Plaza, 302 Tiong Bahru Road #B1-136, S168731 Tiong Bahru Plaza, 302 Tiong Bahru Road #02-107, S168732 Tiong Bahru Plaza, 302 Tiong Bahru Road #B1-K6, S168732

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CHINATOWN Chinatown is a true reflection of C H I N ATOW N

Singapore as a multi-cultural community.
The area is dotted with mosques, Chinese
and Hindu temples located beside each
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
other.

PLACES TO PRAY
01 05

MID-AUTUMN
CHINATOWN MRT FESTIVAL
CHINATOWN
HERITAGE CENTRE JAMAE MOSQUE
JAMAE MOSQUE (CHULIA)
MAMAK SHOP
Built between 1830 and 1835
BULLOCK CART
LION DANCE Jamae Mosque 3 min Jamae Mosque 1 min by South Indian Tamil Muslim
HEAD MAKER
immigrants (known as the
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was inspired by the Tang Dynasty Temple is known to be the oldest a deep study into the tenets and
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philosophies of Islam.
in China. Step in and view the Hindu temple in Singapore. The
intricate designs decked in traditional temple was built as a dedication 218 South Bridge Road,
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04 red lacquer paint. The temple gets its to Goddess Mariamman, known S058767
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masjidjamaechulia.sg
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Murals Around Chinatown who made Chinatown their home. enclave of remittance houses for
early Chinese immigrants, is now 192 Telok Ayer Street,
Mid-Autumn Festival Letter Writer Lion Dance Head Maker Daily 9.30am - 6.30pm S068635
one of Singapore’s most stylish
83 Pagoda Street 336 Smith Street Mohamed Ali Lane 48 Pagoda Street, S059207 stretch of establishments. muis.gov.sg/mosque/Our-
Bullock Cart Cantonese Opera Paper Mask and Puppet Seller Mosques/Mosque-Directory/
28 Temple Street Junction of Temple Street Mohamed Ali Lane Al-Abrar
and South Bridge Road INSIDER’S TIP
My Chinatown Home Mamak Shop Chinatown is one of the very few areas in Singapore where the original
30 Smith Street Thian Hock Keng Wall Mohamed Ali Lane buildings are still cherished.
158 Telok Ayer Street

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CH IN ATOWN

HALAL FOOD 04 Red Clogs Down the Five

PASSION TOURS
Foot Way
Walk down the five foot ways
of Chinatown and travel
through time in a town where
traditional businesses are still
01 PASSION STORIES a part of this modern era.

journeys.com.sg
+65 6338 6133 /
+65 6325 1631

Nostalgic Chinatown
Trishaw Tour
Hop on the iconic trishaw and
wind through the vibrant streets
of Bugis and Chinatown where
old meets new.

Al-Abrar Mosque 3 min trishawuncle.com.sg

+65 6337 7111
FOLLOW THEM ON FACEBOOK AND
Jamae Mosque 5 min INSTAGRAM AT @BENGWHOCOOKS Royz Et Vous
royzetvous.com.sg +65 6293 0270
Beng Who Cooks 27-year-old Jason Chua does several things well with
facebook.com/BengWhoCooks +65 9353 1428
his first-ever culinary vehicle, Beng Who Cooks. As an An uncommon sight in the Telok Ayer stretch, Royz Et Vous remains a
entrepreneur, he has made the decision of opening a hit amongst local Muslims. While their menu features pasta, pizza and
Beng Who Cooks is rapidly becoming a local favourite stall in a hawker centre to focus on quality fare. a particularly scrumptious herb-encrusted salmon, the true revelation is
in Singapore’s renowned hawker scene. Opened by their brazen tenderloin. Stop by and grab a cup of their Mint Mocha and
amateur boxer Jason Chua, along with his Muslim As a chef, he serves up delectable offerings, catering Red Velvet Latte while you are at it.
partners, boxer Muhamad Ridhwan and coach Fairuz to the modern palate by combining the trendy and
Mohamed, Beng Who Cooks specialises in healthy contemporary with the traditional and local. Jason Mon - Fri: 11am - 4pm; 5pm - 10pm 137 Telok Ayer Street #01-01
and affordable protein bowls. While they have yet to once said, ‘Cooking is about putting people before Sat & Sun: 12pm - 4pm; 5pm - 10pm S068602
acquire Halal certification from MUIS, they use 100% you.’ This adherence to a customer-first approach
Halal ingredients. to his cooking has resulted in some very delicious
crowd winners in his menu.
Mon - Fri: 10am - 5.30pm
Hong Lim Complex Market & Food Centre 05
531A Upper Cross Street #01-44, S051531

02 03

A customisable
bowl of diced
raw fish and
healthy greens.

Beng Who
Jamae Mosque 6 min Al-Abrar Mosque 6 min Jamae Mosque 5 min
Cooks
Poke Bowls
Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant IndoChili Segar Restaurant
cumibali.com +65 6220 6619 indochili.com +65 6386 6427 facebook.com/SegarRestaurant +65 6444 1778 Bite into the
sweet and
When it comes to an authentic Indonesian dining Experience traditional Indonesian cuisine at IndoChili, Segar (‘fresh’ in Malay) Restaurant is what comes to mind when locals creamy texture
experience, few come close to Cumi Bali Indonesian conveniently located next to Tanjong Pagar MRT seek for Halal Chinese tzechar. Tzechar is derived from the Hokkien of the King
Restaurant. The restaurant has several stand-out station. Previously featured on SimplyHer, The Business (a Southern Chinese dialect) phrase for ‘cook and fry’. The portions in of Fruits.
dishes, one of them is cumi, or squid, and it is the very Times and My Paper, this family-friendly restaurant tzechar restaurants tend to be large – encouraging the spirit of sharing. See P43
dish that gives the restaurant its name. prides itself in using only the finest ingredients in their Be sure to feast on the iconic fish head curry! Mao Shan
recipes, all of which contain no MSG. Wang
Durian
Mon - Sun: 11.30am - 3pm; 66 Tanjong Pagar Road, Daily 11.30am - 10pm 7 Wallich Street #B1-03, S078884 Daily 11.30am - 9.30pm Chinatown Point
6pm - 9.30pm S088487 133 New Bridge Road, #B2-39/40/41, S059413

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SENTOSA
TM Singapore's Getaway Island — Sentosa is an island within the city S E N TOSA
with an array of activities for all ages to keep you entertained
from day to night. Just minutes away from VivoCity and Faber
Peak Singapore, you can opt for the Cable Car rides, Sentosa
ATTRACTIONS
Express from VivoCity or take a scenic walk via Sentosa
Boardwalk to reach the island.

PLACES TO PRAY
FABER PEAK MOUNT FABER
STATION VIVOCITY STATION VIVOCITY
SINGAPORE

TEMENGGONG DAENG
IBRAHIM MOSQUE
ADVENTURE COVE
WATERPARK
Just a six-minute walk away
FORT SILOSO S.E.A. AQUARIUM TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle from VivoCity lies a mosque
SILOSO POINT 02
that existed over a century ago.
03
Universal Studios Singapore This 128-year-old mosque was
STATION

previously called ‘Kampong

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rwsentosa.com/uss Telok Blangah Mosque’.
SENTOSA STATION RESORTS WORLD
STATION Visit Southeast Asia’s first and only Universal Studios theme park, and experience a 30 Telok Blangah Road,
collection of many world firsts: the world’s first Far Far Away Castle from the world
PORTE COCHERE

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MUSOLLAH S098827
of Shrek, the world’s first Puss In Boots themed roller coaster, the world’s first
IMBIAH LOOKOUT
STATION RWS SHOPPING
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KidZania Singapore is an interactive Come face to face with more Board the Skyride for a scenic
indoor theme park combining inspiration than 100,000 marine animals! bird’s eye view of Sentosa island
and learning through realistic role-play Perfect for families with young and Singapore’s skyline. Take
for kids aged 3-17. Designed to educate children, strollers accessible, with your pick from one of four thrilling
TANJONG through experience, each role-play activity a convenient nursing room near Luge tracks. Gentle and leisurely
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BEACH is aligned to specific learning objectives, the entrance. or steep and adventurous — the
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to skills such as financial literacy.
Daily 10am - 6pm Daily 10am - 7pm Daily 10am - 9.30pm
Refer to kidzania.com.sg for the latest Opening hours may be
operating hours subjected to change 45 Siloso Beach Walk, S099003
Sentosa Fort Siloso
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award-winning spa retreats, lush rainforests, military stronghold against Japanese forces and INSIDER’S TIP
golden sandy beaches, resort accommodations Fort Siloso became a prisoner of war camp until In Universal Studios Singapore, there is a prayer space located near Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLON™, the world’s
and world-renowned golf courses. the country’s independence in 1945. Today, it is tallest dueling roller coasters, and plenty of Halal certified restaurants to choose from which are located in the different zones.
Singapore’s only preserved coastal fort, which houses
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HALAL FOOD THE ISLAND

01 02 05

Beach Station Musollah 5 min Porte Cochere Musollah 2 min Beach Station Musollah 1 min

Old Chang Kee Krispy Kreme Marrybrown Sentosa Beaches

oldchangkee.com +65 6271 9434 krispykreme.sg +65 6570 4873 facebook.com/MarrybrownSingapore +65 6238 1146
Bask in the tranquility of the three
Old Chang Kee started in 1956 as a small stall in a coffee This Halal certified American doughnut chain is Marrybrown’s Halal menu features a wide variety of tasty meals beaches on Sentosa — Siloso Beach,
shop. Today, it has over 100 outlets globally including renowned for their melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts. Take including Crispy Chicken, Delicious Hot Touch Burger, Nasi Palawan Beach and Tanjong Beach. Enjoy
Australia and United Kingdom. Their specialty curry puffs your pick from popular varieties like Original Glazed, Marrybrown, Fish ‘n’ Chips, Mi Kari, Chicken Porridge, finger food, a relaxing stroll with your family and
salads and a range of hot and cold beverages and desserts – the friends along the coast and make a pit
ooze goodness and contain curried potatoes and chicken New York Cheesecake and Red Velvet or try their
only one of its kind in town and has something for everyone. stop at a tiny islet situated on Palawan
chunks infused with spices. Try from their selection of curry seasonal flavours such as the Salted Egg Lava Filling Beach. Accessible via a suspension
puffs at this takeaway kiosk! which is a Singaporean signature ingredient. Daily 11am - 10pm iFly Singapore, 43 Siloso Beach Walk #01-03, bridge, cross over to the viewing deck
Mon - Fri: 11am - 8.30pm Sun - Thu: 9am - 10pm The Forum, S099010 where you will find yourself to be on The
Sentosa Beach Station
Sat & Sun: 10am - 10pm Fri, Sat & Eve of PH: L1 at Resorts World Sentosa, Southernmost Point of Continental Asia
50 Beach View #01-K7, S098604
9am - 11pm 8 Sentosa Gateway, S098269 and witness unparalleled views of the
South China Sea.

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Porte Cochere Musollah 7 min Beach Station Musollah 12 min Porte Cochere Musollah 2 min

Malaysian Food Street Subway Streats Asian Café Singapore Cable Car
rwsentosa.com/mfs subway.com +65 6271 1368 katrinagroup.com +65 6570 0420 onefabergroup.com/singapore- +65 6377 9688
cable-car-sky-network
Get a taste of authentic Malaysian cuisine at this hawker style Subway Singapore offers Halal sandwiches, made with Streats Asian Café offers foodies more than 100 popular choices. Soar high above the two destinations
establishment containing local specialties. Choose from the freshly baked bread and prepared just the way you like From Chinese noodles, rice and dim sum, to Indonesian and through the sky on the most scenic highway
two Halal certified stalls at this hawker centre: 'Kampung Nasi it. Choose from a wide assortment of meats, cheeses, Western cuisine. Apart from the extensive dining menu, a plethora in Singapore for priceless views. Fly high
Lemak' and 'Roti Canai & Nasi Briyani'. vegetables and toppings. of hot and cold beverages, special blends and desserts are sure to above the hill from Faber Peak Singapore,
leave you spoiled for choice. through a skyscraper and cross the harbour
Mon - Thu: 9am - 9pm Waterfront, Daily 9am - 9pm 42 Imbiah Road #01-02/03/04, Sun - Thu: 11am - 9pm The Forum, L1 at Resorts World Sentosa, on the Mount Faber Line before landing in
Fri - Sun & PH: 9am - 10pm L1 at Resorts World Sentosa, S099701 Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm 8 Sentosa Gateway, S098269 Sentosa Island.
8 Sentosa Gateway, S098269 Daily 8.45am – 10pm
(Last boarding at 9.30pm)

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MARINA BAY A horizon of skyscrapers, each with MA R I N A BAY & ESPL A NA DE

its own story. Walk down the scenic

& ESPLANADE
promenade and be amazed at how
the skyline illuminates.
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Gardens by the Bay is a national The Shoppes houses a mall, museum Catch Spectra at the Event Plaza along
THE FLOAT@ garden that showcases horticulture and two large theatres. Ranging from the promenade for a 15-minute free
MARINA BAY
creativity on a massive scale. Pay international luxury brands to everyday outdoor light show, with visual projections
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18 Marina Gardens Drive, S018953 Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza
2 Bayfront Avenue, S018956
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PASSION TOURS
Theatres on the Bay Feng Shui Tour
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FLOWER DOME & CLOUD FOREST
Learn more about Chinese culture
esplanade.com +65 6828 8377
MARINA BAY SANDS when you go on this 4-hour
Come together for events and tour and witness Singapore’s
top historical landmarks before
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Merlion Esplanade Many of Esplanade’s programmes are free and open to the public. Enjoy a
collection of performances and shows every evening at the Esplanade Concourse,
The Merlion is a mythical Nicknamed ‘The Durian’ by locals for its appearance, the iconic
and every weekend and public holiday at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre.
creature and an amalgamation structure also appears on the city’s 5-cent coins!
Esplanade Outdoor Theatre / Esplanade Concourse
of a lion’s head and the lower
half of a fish. It symbolises Singapore River Bumboat
the island’s history as a fishing Also known as tongkang (sea-going barge), these wooden boats were
village and sea town. employed from the 19th to 20th century to transport goods along the INSIDER’S TIP
The Marina Bay area is best photographed in the evenings during sunset, or
Rochor, Kallang and Singapore rivers. after sunset when the sparkling lights of the city will dazzle you.

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05 06
HALAL FOOD
01 02

Raffles City 10 min

Aquamarine Musollah 1 min Musollah

AquaMarine Seoul Garden

Raffles City Musollah 10 min Raffles City Musollah 12 min panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina- +65 6845 1111 seoulgarden.com.sg +65 6339 1339
bay/dining/aquamarine.html

Jiak Modern Tzechar Makan by the Bay AquaMarine never fails to wow us with their lavish spread. It is definitely an ideal Seoul Garden is a Halal certified
spot to celebrate special occasions. Make sure you save some space for their Korean-style grill and steamboat
jiak.com.sg +65 6252 8765 facebook.com/halalseafood +65 9658 1525 crab legs and prawns, various freshly-sliced sashimi, local dishes like Singapore buffet restaurant. They also offer
Jiak Modern Tzechar is a family friendly, Halal Chinese Feast on one of Singapore’s favourite food: seafood. Chilli Crab and Assam Fish Head Curry, as well as succulent live carvings that ready cooked items such as
restaurant that serves up authentic and traditional Select from a variety of fresh seafood such as Chilli change seasonally. Not forgetting their spread of desserts, chocolate fondue Tteokbokki (Korean stir fried rice
tzechar (affordable, home-cooked dishes). Set in a Crab, Butter Cereal Prawn and Sambal (chilli paste) and waffles. cake), Japchae (sweet and savory
modern, jazzy and cosy environment, Jiak is a place Stingray. Makan by the Bay combines delicious street stir-fried glass noodles), Sushi and
food with amazing views of Marina Bay Sands. Breakfast | Daily 6.30am -10.30am PARKROYAL Collection Marina Bay even ice-cream!
for simple and delicious comfort food. They embrace
Lunch | Mon - Fri:12pm - 2.30pm 6 Raffles Boulevard Level 4, S039594
homemade goodness in all their dishes and be sure Daily 11.30am - 10.30pm
Sat, Sun & PH: 12pm - 3pm
not to miss out on their signature Fish Head Curry! Daily 12pm - 10.30pm Dinner | Daily 6.30pm - 10pm Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard
Daily 11.30am - 9.30pm Esplanade Mall Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive #01-19, S018953 #03-210, S039594
8 Raffles Avenue #02-14, S039802

Hokkaido wheat noodles

07 simmered in rich
03 04 and flavourful
chicken broth with
a hint of umami.

Ichikokudo
Hokkaido
Ramen
Shoyu Ramen

Refreshing milk
tea with sweet
Raffles City Musollah 6 min Raffles City Musollah 8 min chewy boba.
@tptea.sg
Suntec City Tower 3 Musollah 2 min
Beanstro Noosh Bar and Grill See P43

coffeebean.com.sg +65 6688 7001 noosh.sg +65 6327 9396 Ichikokudo Hokkaido Ramen TP Tea
Bubble Tea
ichikokudo.com +65 6273 0048
This cafe is nestled at the end of a canal that runs Serving fusion Asian and Western cuisine, Noosh Bar
through The Shoppes, making it the perfect place to and Grill will satisfy any type of palate. Besides being
Ichikokudo Hokkaido Ramen is the first Halal certified Hokkaido-style Halal fizzy
ease your mind over a refreshing cup of coffee and at a gorgeous location, expect hard-to-find Halal dishes
ramen restaurant in Singapore and serves an array of donburi (rice bowl), chilled Root
a slice of cake. If you are looking to have lunch here, like Clam Vongole Udon and Jajangmyeon Noodle. This
salmon sashimi, grilled gyoza and Japanese ice-cream. Ingredients are Beer topped
choose from their wide array of gourmet food such is definitely one place to check out as the owner, Chef
directly sourced from Hokkaido such as the wheat noodles; kelp in the with creamy
as Steak Sandwich, Seafood Risotto and Pan-Seared Ummi Abdullah attended the prestigious culinary school cheese foam.
soup stock for the umami taste; and Hokkaido butter to evoke the taste of
Norwegian Salmon Fillet. Le Cordon Bleu.
the sea. The best part? They are served to you at affordable prices!
Noosh Bar
Sun -Thu: 8am - 11pm The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 2 Mon - Thu: 12pm - 11pm Esplanade Mall,
Daily 11am - 10pm Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek Boulevard, and Grill
Fri & Sat: 8am - 2am Bayfront Avenue #B2-20/20A, S018972 Fri & Sat: 12pm - 12am 8 Raffles Avenue #01-13B,
Sun: 12pm - 10pm S039802 #B1-135 (North Wing), S038983 Butterbeer

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TRAVEL ITINERARIES

DAY 1
FAMILY FUN Breakfast at
Visit Singapore Zoo
Lunch at The
Soup Spoon
P25 Shop on
Orchard Road
P6

Singapore Zoo is an open rainforest concept Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah 12 min

Ah Meng Restaurant, Mosque
Grab the kids and have a blast! Singapore Zoo spanning 26 hectares and is home to more
than 2,400 specimens of over 300 species. Murals around P22
From indoor activity parks Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the Located alongside River Safari and Night Tiong Bahru
to outdoor adventure lands, Singapore Zoo. For an unforgettable Safari, go on an experiential and interactive
this little red dot says yes to experience, make a breakfast journey to better understand wildlife and
appointment with the lovely the conservation efforts taken to help our
endless fun with the kids, be it orangutans! A perfect way to start the
Visit Indian P19
endangered and threatened animal species. Heritage Centre
rain or shine. day with the whole family!
Daily 8.30am - 6pm Abdul Gafoor 3 min
Daily 10.30am - 4.30pm Mosque
80 Mandai Lake Road, S729826 Dinner at P9
80 Mandai Lake Road, S729826 Tea break at Beyond P20 DC Superheroes
Singapore Zoo First Aid Station 1 min Pancakes Café
Angullia Mosque 6 min Al-Falah 5 min
Mosque

DAY 3 - SENTOSA DAY 2

Experience Wings of Time Enjoy Skyline Luge P31 Murals around P26 Join Passion Tours: P14
Wings of Time’s tale of courage Sentosa Breakfast at Malaysian P32 Chinatown Halalicious
Food Street Breakfast at Zam Zam
and magic will keep you on the Beach Station Musollah 2 min Restaurant
edge of your seat as it takes you Visit Chinatown P27
on a magical adventure through Tea break at Enjoy Universal Studios P31 Heritage Centre Zam Zam Restaurant is an iconic
P32 Singapore
exotic vistas with dazzling effects. Old Chang Kee Jamae restaurant that has been around
3 min
Remember to get your cameras Beach Station Musollah 5 min Mosque since 1908. Start your day with
ready for fireworks! some murtabak: a thin dough stuffed
Visit S.E.A. Aquarium P31 with a combination of minced meat
Daily 7.40pm and 8.40pm Visit Gardens P35 Lunch at The Dim Sum P16 and eggs then fried to a golden crisp.
Porte Cochere Musollah 6 min
50 Beach View, S098604 by the Bay Place Couple it with a cup of teh tarik (pulled
Enjoy KidZania Singapore P31 Raffles City 12 min Sultan Mosque 3 min tea) for breakfast.
Musollah
KidZania Musollah Murals around P10 Daily 7am - 11pm
Dinner at P36 Kampong Glam
Dinner at Marrybrown P33 Musollah in Universal Studios Singapore Makan by the Bay 697-699 North Bridge Road, S198675
Lunch at Streats Asian Café P33 Raffles City Tea break at Lina’s Cafe P16
12 min
Beach Station Musollah 1 min Porte Cochere Musollah 2 min Musollah Sultan Mosque 1 min
Beach Station Musollah 1 min

DAY 4
Lunch at Jiak P36 Watch Spectra P35
Visit ArtScience Museum Hop on a Singapore River Bumboat Cruise
Breakfast at P36 Modern Tzechar - A Light & Water Show
Located just outside of Raffles City These historic bumboats cruise down the iconic Singapore @ Marina Bay Sands
Beanstro 10 min
The Shoppes at Marina Musollah River. Learn about the Singapore River story as the tour
Bay Sands, the ArtScience guide unfolds Singapore’s past.
Visit Singapore Flyer
Museum is where art comes
A Moving Experience At Every Daily 9am - 10.30pm
alive. Discover the beauty of
art, science, design, media, Turn – Hop on one of these Clarke Quay Jetty, 3E River Valley Road, S179024
architecture and technology spacious capsules and enjoy the
all in one place. scenic view of the Marina Bay Raffles City 6 min
and Esplanade precinct. Stand Musollah
tall, overlooking the skyscrapers
Daily 10am - 7pm of Singapore. Dinner at P37
6 Bayfront Avenue, S018974 Ichikokudo
Daily 8.30am - 10.30pm Hokkaido Ramen
Raffles City 6 min 30 Raffles Avenue, S039803
Suntec City 2 min
Musollah Suntec City Tower 12 min Tower 3
3 Musollah Musollah

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TRAVEL ITINERARIES

MODERN DAY 1 DAY 2

MILLENNIAL Breakfast at Old Chang Kee
Expect a wholesome Singaporean breakfast at this Halal
Join Passion Tours: Red Clogs
Down the Five Foot Way
P29 Shop on Orchard
Road and Design
P6 Breakfast at Zam Zam
Restaurant
P39

MUSLIM
certified Old Chang Kee cafe. Wednesdays, 9.30am - 12pm Orchard
Murals around Kampong P10
Daily 10am - 8.30pm Lunch at Segar Restaurant P29 Glam
46 Pagoda Street, S059205
Explore cultural sites, discover Jamae Mosque 5 min Shop at Wardah Books P13
museums and embrace delicious local Visit Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Sri P27
Mariamman Temple
cuisines. There is so much to see and Tiong Bahru Heritage Trail P23
uncover in multi-racial and Murals around Chinatown P26 Treat yourself at Pearlista or P7
multi-religious Singapore. Bellus de Charme
Royal Plaza on 3 min
Scotts Musollah
Customise your perfume P14
Dinner at Sora Boru P9 at Sifr Aromatics
Al-Falah Mosque 9 min Sultan Mosque 3 min

DAY 3 - SENTOSA
Lunch at P33 iFly Singapore Breakfast at Malaysian Food Street P32 Option for night activity: Night Safari Visit Indian P19 Join Passion Tours: P12
Marrybrown Heritage Centre Sultans of Spice
Experience a rush of adrenaline at Meet the stars of the Night Safari in the
Beach Station 1 min this indoor skydiving facility. Its Enjoy Trick Eye Museum or dark. Do not miss the chance to catch Abdul Gafoor 3 min
Musollah advanced wind tunnel allows first Let your imagination run wild at this 3D art museum from exciting and engaging animal shows at the Mosque Thursdays, 9.30am - 12pm
time flyers an opportunity to fly in a Korea with exhibits hand-painted by dedicated Korean artists. world’s first nocturnal zoo. Explore all seven
Enjoy P31 Lunch at Fika Swedish P17
realistic and safe environment. Daily 10am - 9pm (last admission at 8pm) geographical zones, either on a tram ride or Option for night P20 Cafe and Bistro
Universal Studios on foot via any of the four walking trails. activity: Join Passion
Singapore Mon, Tue & Thu - Sun: 9am - 26 Sentosa Gateway #01-43/44, S098138 Tours: Down to the Sultan Mosque 3 min
9.30pm, Wed: 11am - 9.30pm Porte Cochere Musollah 8 min Daily 7.15pm - 12am Bare Walls
43 Siloso Beach Walk, #01-01 80 Mandai Lake Road, S729826 Murals around Little India P18
Enjoy Skyline Luge Sentosa or P31 Tuesdays to Fridays,
S099010
6.30pm - 9.30pm

Dinner at P21
The Malayan Council

Musollah in Universal Singapore Zoo 1 min Abdul Gafoor 1 min

Studios Singapore Beach Station Musollah 1 min Beach Station Musollah 2 min First Aid Station Mosque

DAY 4
Dinner at Streats Asian Café P33 Breakfast at P8 Visit Singapore Flyer P39 Dinner at Ichikokudo P37 Watch Spectra - A Light & Water Show P35
Heavenly Wang Hokkaido Ramen @ Marina Bay Sands
Porte Cochere Musollah 2 min
Suntec City Tower 3 Musollah 2 min Raffles City Musollah 6 min
Enjoy Wings of Time P38 Shopping on Orchard Road P6

Beach Station Musollah 1 min Join Passion Tours: A Walk P35 Visit Gardens by the Bay P35 Free performances @ Esplanade P35
with Our Ancestors: Feng
Shop at VivoCity Shui Tour
After spending the day at Sentosa,
cross the Sentosa Boardwalk or take Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays,
the monorail to reach VivoCity shopping 9am - 1pm
mall where an array of shopping and Lunch at Jiak Modern P36
Halal restaurants await you. Tzechar

Daily 10am - 10pm

1 Harbourfront Walk, S098585 Suntec City 12 min
Temenggong Daeng 5 min Tower 3
Ibrahim Mosque Raffles City Musollah 10 min Musollah Raffles City Musollah 12 min Raffles City Musollah 6 min

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MUSLIM VISITOR GUIDE
CUISINE TYPE RESTAURANT

CUISINE TYPE RESTAURANT KOREAN 4Fingers Crispy Chicken - P9 Seoul Garden - P37
Various locations Various locations

CHINESE Puncak - P8 Old Chang Kee - P32 & P40 Do.si.rak Jinjja Chicken
Various locations OUE Downtown Gallery, #01-44 249 Victoria Street and various locations
Do.si.rak is currently undergoing Halal
Heavenly Wang - P8 certification renewal at the time of publication.
Various locations Streats Asian Café - P33 Captain Kim Korean BBQ & Hotpot
NTUC Income Tampines, #01-06
Hanssik
The Dim Sum Place - P16 Jiak Modern Tzechar - P36 Changi Airport Terminal 3, #B2-32

Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles - P24 Makan by the Bay - P36
MALAY Lina's Cafe - P16 Malaysian Food Street - P32

Segar Restaurant - P29 WOK HEY

200 Victoria Street and various locations Hjh Maimunah - P16 Kampong Glam Cafe
17 Bussorah Street
Yi Zun Beef Noodle
45 Sam Leong Road Super Makan Asia - P24
Padi @ Bussorah
53 Bussorah Street
Ah Meng Restaurant - P38
HEALTHY The Soup Spoon - P25 Beng Who Cooks - P28
Various locations

Lean Bento Butter Studio - P8 Overrun

Poke Theory 43 Holland Drive, #01-49
SWEETS & 18 Baghdad Street
27 Boon Tat Street and various locations
BAKES
Fluff Bakery - P15
TP Tea
Suntec City West Wing, #01-312
INDIAN Azmi Restaurant - P20 Victory Restaurant Lickety - P17
701 North Bridge Rd
All Things Delicious
Bun Times - P24 34 Arab Street
Sakunthala's Restaurant - P21
Chutney Mary Indian Fast Food
719 East Coast Road
Polar Puffs & Cakes - P25 And Why...
Bismillah Biryani - P21 30 Bali Lane
Various locations
Al-Bismi Restaurant
41 Dickson Road
Machan's Kitchen - P21 Mao Shan Wang
Krispy Kreme - P32
Various locations 49 Temple St
Bhai Sarbat Cafe sells the durian fruit as well as other durian-based
Zam Zam Restaurant - P39 desserts, but take note that the cafe is not Halal certified.
21 Bussorah Street

Cajun on Wheels - P8 Pezzo - P25

INDONESIAN Cumi Bali Indonesian Restaurant - P28 IndoChili - P28 WESTERN Various locations
& FUSION
DC Super Heroes Cafe - P9
Warung Surabaya Rumah Makan Minang Royz Et Vous - P29
Lucky Plaza, #02-63/64 18 Kandahar Street
FatPapas - P15
Subway - P32
Bebek Goreng Pak Ndut Sama Sama by Tok Tok Various locations
Lucky Plaza, #01-42 Jewel Changi Airport, #03-225/226 Tipo Pasta Bar - P15
Marrybrown - P33
Fika Swedish Cafe and Bistro - P17
JAPANESE Sora Boru - P9 The Ramen Stall - P17
Beanstro - P36
Beyond Pancakes - P20
Maki-San - P9 Ichikokudo Hokkaido Ramen - P37
Various locations Noosh Bar and Grill - P36
The Malayan Council - P21
Gyunion
Wakuwaku Yakiniku Sunshine Plaza, #01-23 AquaMarine - P37
27 Bali Lane Stuff'd - P24
Various locations
Goshin Ramen The Halia
Fu-Men Japanese Udon & Donburi Changi Airport Terminal 4, #2M-201 Singapore Botanic Garden, Ginger Garden
Hong Leong Building, #B1-17/18 Elfuego
Jewel Changi Airport, #02-216

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Chinatown Funan Mall Katong / Joo Chiat

2 Banda Street Basement 2 Kim Choo Kueh Chang
(behind Buddha Tooth Relic 107 North Bridge Road 111 East Coast Road
Temple and Museum) Daily 10am-10pm Daily 9am-9pm
Daily 9am-9pm
ION Orchard Orchardgateway
Esplanade Waterfront Level 1 Concierge
216 Orchard Road
8 Raffles Avenue Daily 10am-10pm
(next to
#01-18 orchardgateway
Daily 8.30am-8.30pm
Kampong Glam
55 Bussorah Street @emerald)
Daily 8am-6pm Daily 8.30am-9.30pm

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