Chinese New Year is coming up in Singapore and you know what that means ... a long weekend for you to kick back, relax, and maybe even treat yourself to some delicious food!
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But which halal eateries will be open over the long weekend for you to enjoy a yummy meal out? We've asked around some of your favourite places to find out. Keep on reading for 11 halal eateries that will be open during the Chinese New Year break and let your friends know there's still time to make weekend lunch plans!
P.S. Planning a reunion dinner with your loved ones soon? These 12 halal eateries are spacious AND serve amazing dishes perfect for big groups - make sure to call ahead and make your reservations ASAP!
Eateries open between 21-24 Jan
1. Ichikokudo
Ichikokudo's Hokkaido-style ramen bowls are the perfect weekend treat to look forward to. Made with authentic ingredients including special Hokkaido wheat noodles, their umami-laden broths are savoury, rich, and full of generous servings of toppings too. Why not try out their Hokkai Jigoku Smoked Duck Ramen for something new and spicy, or their classic Ichikoku Ramen which comes in 3 different levels of richness?
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD16
Opening Hours (CNY): Regular hours continue - do note that each outlet has different opening hours!
Suntec City - Open daily; 11.30AM - 10PM (Last order 9.30PM)
Orchard - 11.30AM - 10PM (Sun-Thurs, last order 9.30PM), 11.30AM - 10.30PM (Fri, Sat, Public Holidays, last order 9.45pm)
Chinatown - Open daily; 11AM - 10PM (Last order 9PM)
Paya Lebar - Open daily; 11.30AM - 10PM (Last order 9.30PM)
Address:
Suntec City - #B1-135 North Wing, Suntec City, 3 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038983
Orchard - #B3-35/36, [email protected], 313 Orchard Road, Singapore 238895
Chinatown - #01-02/K1, Cross Street Exchange, 181 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058743
Paya Lebar - #B1-15/16, Paya Lebar Quarter, 10 Paya Lebar Road, Singapore 409057
Contact: Click here for online reservation
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2. Chix Hot Chicken
Craving something spicy to set your taste buds on fire? Then you'll want to head to Chix Hot Chicken for some Nashville Hot Chicken! Whether coated with a spicy dry rub or drenched hot sauce, we love how the chicken meat stays tender with a crispy crust. If you're visiting on Sunday don't miss out their Sunday breakfast menu (until 3PM) which includes a classic Chicken & Waffle Sandwich or even a Big Brekkie platter.
Halal Status: Muslim-owned
Average Price: SGD11
Opening Hours (CNY): All regular hours continue - 12PM - 9PM (Mon-Sun)
Address: 1 Jalan Pisang, Singapore 199069
Contact: +65 9839 0607
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3. Seoul Garden
There's nothing like a BBQ buffet to bring people together, and Seoul Garden is the place to go! Their wide selection of marinated meat, fresh seafood, and tasty hot dishes will satisfy any of your cravings.
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Price (CNY): Regular pricing applies
Weekday - From SGD21.90++ (Adult), discounted rates apply for children, students, and seniors
Weekend - From SGD31.90++ (Adult), discounted rates apply for children, students, and seniors
Opening Hours (CNY): All regular hours continue - open daily; 11.30AM - 10.30PM (Last order 9.45PM)
Address:Click here for all outlets' address and contact details
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4. Seoul Garden Hotpot
Don't forget to check out Seoul Garden's sister chain Seoul Garden HotPot too! With a menu full of Korean and Korean-inspired fusion dishes, you'll get an instant boost to your day with their delicious rice bowls and soups. Try their limited-edition Chinese New Year specials too - the Tiger Grouper Hot Pot ($24) where you can choose one of the 4 soup base - Soon Dubu, Kimchi, Duyu or Doenjang, Soft-Shell Crab Bibimbap ($18), and their spicy Champong Tiger Prawn Hot Plate ($18)!
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD15-SGD25
Opening Hours (CNY): 11:30am to 3pm (Eve of CNY), Closed on 1st and 2nd day of CNY, Business as usual on 3rd day of CNY
Regular opening hours apply to Bedok Mall, Harbourfront Centre and IMM Building
Address:Click here for all outlets' address and contact details
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5. Captain Kim Korean BBQ & Hotpot
Readers in the East will be excited to know that Captain Kim Korean BBQ is open throughout the CNY period! With over 60 types of meats to choose from and different broths including brand-new Beauty Collagen and Army Stew, they're the perfect place to catch up with old friends and family over an amazing meal.
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Price (CNY)
CNY Eve
Buffet Lunch - From SGD19.80++ (Adult), different rates apply for children, students, and seniors
Buffet Dinner - From SGD30.80++ (Adult), different rates apply for children, students, and seniors
CNY Day
Buffet Lunch - From SGD29.80++ (Adult), different rates apply for children, students, and seniors
Buffet Dinner - From SGD32.80++ (Adult), different rates apply for children, students, and seniors
Opening Hours (CNY)
Tampines Junction: Regular timing, Opened throughout CNY week
Junction 10: Regular timing, Opened throughout CNY week except for 22 Jan
Address:
- #01-06 NTUC Income Tampines Junction, 300 Tampines Avenue 5, Singapore 529653
- Junction 10 – 1 Woodlands Road #01-24 Singapore 677899
Contact: +65 6260 4247
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6. Fish & Co
Seafood fans, it's time to head to your nearest Fish & Co for an unforgettable feast. The chain will be open throughout all days of the CNY break and with so many outlets across Singapore that just makes it even easier to find a place to meet up! Sink your teeth into classic dishes such as their various Fish & Chips and exquisite Seafood Platters!
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD23
Opening Hours (CNY): All regular hours continue - click here for all outlets' hours.
Address:Click here for all outlets' address and contact details
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7. 4Fingers
This homegrown favourite is a go-to for affordable, crispy fried chicken drenched in sauce, so we're glad that they're going to be open during the CNY long weekend! They've even released a brand-new Abundance Bundle ($18.80) that comes with Chicc Crisp Burger with Signature Mix featuring Boneless Chicken Bites & Wingettes/Drumettes, 2 fries, and 2 drinks! If you're going out with friends you can even order the 18-piece mix of Wingettes & Drummettes for a sharing platter.
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD12
Opening Hours (CNY):Click here for all outlets' hours.
Address:Click here for all outlets' address and contact details
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8. Swensen's
If you're looking for a semi-casual spot to have a reunion meal why not pay Swensen's a visit? Their Western and fusion dishes have something for everyone, from Ribeye Steak to Crispy Cornflake Chicken. This CNY season they're even offering an 18-ingredient Prosperity Yu Shengavailable for online pre-order (at least 2 days in advance)! Topped with smoked salmon and sweet and sour plum sauce, it's the perfect way to spend a weekend with loved ones.
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD23
Opening Hours (CNY): All regular hours continue - click here for all outlets' hours.
Address:Click here for all outlets' address and contact details
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Eateries with limited opening hours between 21-24 Jan
9. Deanna's Kitchen
Craving a warm bowl of halal prawn mee? Deanna's Kitchen should be one of the first names to pop into your mind. This famous business is keeping its stall open throughout the weekend so you can still get your fix of savoury-sweet broth and huge prawns! Try out their bowls that come with lobster, crayfish and more - perfect for sharing! Their home delivery service will be available throughout the entire weekend too so you can order in your noodles and enjoy a delicious meal at home.
Halal Status: Muslim-owned
Average Price: SGD3.50-SGD12.50
Opening Hours (CNY):
Jurong East: 11AM- 8PM (21-24 Jan)
Address:
Jurong East: Padi Emas Coffeeshop, 214 Jurong East Street 21, Singapore
Contact: +65 9424 5496 or click here for delivery
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10. Maki-San
Some days, you just need a quick pick-me-up in the form of a do-it-yourself sushi roll. Maki-San's DIY rolls are great for a casual catch-up, and they even have special festive flavours! The new Salted Egg Shrimp Pops Mega D.I.Y Combo that comes with 1 D.I.Y Mega-San Sushi or Salad, 4pcs of Salted Egg Shrimp Pops, and 1 Canned Drink (Top up $0.50 for Jusu Jusu Yuzu Lemonade/Kyoho Grape)!
Maki-San also introduces their new Hoppiness Lo Hei that includes Prosperity Whole Abalone (8 pieces), Fortune Smoked Salmon (8 slices), Cheery Carrot Strips & Joyful Cucumber Strips as its base. This is accompanied by Wealth Chuka Kurage (Jellyfish), Lucky Mango Cubes, Longevity Ika Sansai (Squid Salad), Success Chuka Wakame (Seaweed Salad), Happiness Kani Stick, Opulent Pickled Cucumber & Wakame, Flourishing Ebiko (Fish Roe), Golden Tempura Crunch, Sweet Plum Sauce, Treasure Pepper & Cinnamon Powder (In Sachets) and Abundance Calamansi.
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD11
Opening Hours (CNY):Click here for a list of all outlets.
10:30AM - 2:45PM (Cineleisure, Compass One, Jem, Katong Mall, North Point City, Punggol Oasis Terraces, The Cathay, and The Venue Shoppes)
10:30AM-9PM (Jurong Point)
Address:Click here for all outlets' address and contact details
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11. Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles
If you're wondering where to get some authentic Chinese food over the weekend, head over to Tongue Tip for some delicious Lanzhou-style hand-pulled noodles topped with delicious slices of beef. Don't forget to add their signature chilli oil - it adds the perfect kick to really transform the dish!
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Average Price: SGD9
Opening Hours (CNY):
21 Jan - 11AM-4PM
22 Jan: Closed
23 Jan - Open as usual
Address:
Century Square - 2 Tampines Central 5, #01-42 Century Square, Singapore 529509
Downtown East - 1 Pasir Ris Close [email protected] East #02-322, 519599
Chinatown - #01-43 Chinatown Point, 133 New Bridge Road, Singapore 059413
Hillion Mall - 17 Petir Rd, #01-07, Singapore 018953
Suntec City - 9 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038989
Tiong Bahru - #02-107 Tiong Bahru Plaza, 302 Tiong Bahru Road, Singapore 168732
Jurong Point - 63, #03-105 Jurong Point JP2 Mongkok Street, Jurong West Central 3, Singapore 648331
Whether you're slurping up warm bowls of ramen broth or picking apart fried chicken drenched in sauce, you'll be able to satisfy ALL of your cravings this long weekend at these amazing eateries.
P.S. Spending your long weekend dreaming about where you want to travel to this 2020? Click here for 10 ideal destinations perfect for a long weekend getaway from Singapore!
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