[Updated on 29 November 2021]
Although Singapore may be the smallest Southeast Asian country, this bustling metropolis is home to a myriad of cuisines - from local to foreign!
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One of the many delicious (and sometimes exotic) cuisines you can find in Singapore, is that of Thai cuisine ? And you'd be surprised to see just how many there are here, island-wide! Ready your taste buds for mouth-watering Thai dishes as we bring you some of the best Halal Thai places in Singapore.
1. Siam Kitchen
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For spicy food lovers, Siam Kitchen is a match made in heaven! With their Thai head chef, they've been cooking up the best home-styled and authentic Thai food in Singapore over the years and they also constantly come up with new dishes so it's no surprise this is a popular destination to get mouthwatering Thai food ?
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Siam Kitchen is running special promotions for this festive season! Available for dine-in and takeaway, there are two sets available. If you're planning a romantic dinner, choose the CHRISTMAS SET FOR 2 at $59.90++! The normal price is $75.30++ so you'll be saving a lot. This set has the fan's favourite Red Tom Yum Soup, Kailan Mushroom, Butterfly Chicken and a special Phad Thai Lobster! For desserts, you'll be treated with authentic Thai Chendol and refreshing Coconut Slushie ?
For a slightly bigger gathering up to 4 people, you can order the CHRISTMAS SET FOR4 for $108++ (normal price is $138.10++). Among the dishes you'll get with this package includes Red Tom Yum Soup, savoury Green Curry Chicken, Mango Salad and if you love seafood, this set has a Steamed Seabass with Chilli Lime Sauce! There's also the yummy Salted Fish Fried Rice that you can try too. As for drinks, you'll get four servings of your preferred choice of tea - from Thai Milk Tea to Thai Lime Tea or the classic Iced Lemon Tea! To end your meal on a sweet note, this set has the delectable Caramelised Tapioca to share with your loved ones.
This promotion is valid everyday from 29th November-31st December 2021 so don't miss out your chance to savour delicious Thai food! All 3 Siam Kitchen outlets have delivery, take-away and pick-up options or you can also make a reservation here.
Halal status: Halal-certified
Address:
1) HomeTeam NS Khatib - 2 Yishun Walk #01-01 Singapore 767944
2) Lot 1 Shoppers' Mall - 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 #02-25 Singapore 689812
3) SAFRA Toa Payoh - 293 Lor 6 Toa Payoh #01-04 Singapore 319387
Opening hours: Daily, 11.30am to 10pm (Last Order 9.30pm)
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2. Sakon Thai
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This list wouldn't be complete without Sakon Thai! Besides crowd favourites like tom yum, Sakon's spicy and fragrant tom yum fried rice has been winning praises from its customers. Order this with their yummy Bangkok chicken - the skin is marinated in garlic soy sauce then fried till the skin is crispy while the chciken meat isn't dry either.
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Another hot favourite is their green curry chicken which has tender chunks of chicken cooked in a rich curry - this packs a punch and will leave your belly satisfied ? Don't miss out on their fried beef kway teow too which is aromatic and comes with tender beef slices.
Halal status: Halal-certified
Address: Northpoint City, South Wing, #01-129, 923 Yishun Central 1, Singapore 760923
Opening hours: 10.30am - 10.30pm
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3. Tuk Tuk Cha
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With over 14 outlets across Singapore, Tuk Tuk Cha is among the best Thai restaurant to get a taste of bangkok! Their beef boat noodles ($8.80) is a must-try! You can expect tender beef slices with hearty beef brisket, meatballs and rice noodles in a mouthwatering broth ? Definitely something you should eat on those rainy days.
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For those who love tom yum, get their tom yum noodles and tom yum mama noodles ($9.80) which are sure to give you that kick that you're craving for. Afterwards, wash down all the good food with cold Thai milk tea and indulge in their Shibuya thick fluffy toast ($11.80) for a sweet finish!
P.S. Find out more about Tuk Tuk Cha in our article here!
Halal status: Halal-certified
Check out their outlets and opening hours here.
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4. Flying Wok
Are you a fan of instant noodles? Then this next eatery will be your next go-to place! Flying Wok is perfect for those of you who have a big appetite or you have friends who like to eat as much as you do ?
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For just $49.90, you'll be served a huge pot of tom yum hotpot noodles called Jumbo Mama Wok which consists of instant noodles, meatball, sausages, prawns, squid, chicken chop and more. Tom yum soup is then poured into the pot and voila, you'll get a tom yum feast. While the stall specialises in Chinese-style food, the owner actually spent time to perfect the tom yum recipe, so we highly recommend that you give it a try. If you're in a smaller group, you can opt for their small ($13) and medium-size ($22) hotpots.
P.S. Mama refers to the Thai brand of instant noodles by the way!
Halal status: Halal-certified
Address: 105 Canberra Street, Singapore 752106
Opening hours: 12pm - 10.30pm daily
Contact No: 8776 1795
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5. Omar's Halal Thai Beef Noodles
We love how Singapore always has hidden food gems in its hawker centres and Omar's is one of them! Located in Circuit Rd Food Centre, Omar's specialises in authentic Thai beef noodles ($6) with a broth to die for.
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The Malay-Muslim owners actually spent 10 years perfecting this recipe from their Thai friend and comes with 3 types of beef in a broth that's light but flavourful. Don't forget to dip your beef in their yummy chilli. Plus, you can even get a free refill for the broth! If this is not enough to satisfy your appetite, Omar's also has other hot favourites like green curry ($5) and one of their signature Thai basil mutton ($6). The latter is something different from the usual Thai basil chicken or beef dishes but definitely worth the try ?
Halal status: Muslim-owned
Address: 9 Circuit Road Food Centre, #01-54, 79A Circuit Rd, Singapore 371079
Opening hours: Tue-Sat, 1pm-10pm
Contact No: 8754 1056
6. The Original Boat Noodle
With 7 outlets across Singapore, The Original Boat Noodle is one of the few places where you can enjoy the authentic boat noodle experience. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept of boat noodles, they are actually little bowls of noodles with springy rice noodles and delicious broth. You get to decide your choice of broth and meat toppings (beef or chicken).
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There are 4 broth options to choose from and each has its own distinct taste; you can also choose if you want rice or egg noodles. The bowls are really small and are $1.90 each so you can order as many as you'd like - that's all part of the fun! Pair your boat noodles with yummy sides like crispy chicken skin or juicy chicken wings.
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Then end with Hot Steamy Sangkaya ($4.90) for dessert. Steamy soft bread dipped in sweet pandan – this popular treat is a hot favourite that’ll complete your yummy authentic Thai meal ?
P.S. Find out more information about The Original Boat Noodle here!
Halal status: Halal-certified
Outlets: Check out this article to know the outlets and opening hours
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7. Time For Thai
Here’s something for the West-siders with Time for Thai, a restaurant serving Halal-certified, delicious authentic Thai cuisine. Located conveniently next to Beauty World MRT station (along the Downtown Line), Time For Thai is a great place to satisfy your cravings for spicy Thai food.
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Their Tom Yum soup (from SGD9.90) is a must-try especially if you love spicy food! You may also wish to try out their signature crispy egg noodles served with meat drenched with curry-like gravy, also known as Khao Soi (SGD7.90). Khao Soi is indeed a rare find in Singapore!
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Do save some space for their delicious Thai desserts! Three words, Mango Sticky Rice (SGD 5.90)! But the real steal is Pumpkin with Sangkaya. It's difficult to find this in Singapore (and a halal one, at that!). The smooth and creamy texture of this dessert is bound to satisfy your palate ?
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Halal Status: Halal-Certified
Opening Hours: 11am to 3am Daily (Opening hours affected during Public Holidays)
Address: 15 Cheong Chin Nam Rd, Singapore 599739
Contact No: 6909 3903
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8. GREAThai
East-siders, don’t worry! We didn’t forget about you. This one's located along Upper Changi Road at East Village - a place known for their late-night supper spots. You can be assured of how authentic the food here is as everything is cooked by chefs reigning from Thailand ?
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We recommend trying their signature Green Curry with Chicken (SGD9.90) or clear Tom Yum Soup (from SGD9.90) along with your plate of rice. Wash down your hearty meal with their signature Thai beverages!
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As a side, try their homemade Thai Prawn Otah. It's a dish that's unique to the restaurant and is bound to satisfy your palate ?
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Halal Status: Halal-Certified
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 10.30pm daily (Opening hours affected during Public Holidays)
Address: 430 Upper Changi Road, #01-06, East Village, Singapore 487048
Contact No: 6702 7707
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9. Koh Nangkam
Hidden amidst rows of cafes, restaurants and bistros lies a small restaurant serving Southern Thai cuisine. Koh Nangkam is located along Jalan Kledek, one of the many side roads in the Kampong Glam district. Its location might be pretty hidden but the food here definitely is not! It's so popular that the place is filled even on weeknights ☺️
Our top picks have to be their pandan chicken, green curry and tom yum soup!
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If you're looking for some ala carte dishes, the stewed beef noodles will do the trick as it's not just yummy but also filled with huge chunks of beef - making for a truly filling meal.
#HHWT Tip: The food here takes pretty long to be served as it's only cooked once you've ordered. We recommend calling the restaurant in advance to place your orders if you can't afford the time to wait!
You can't leave this restaurant without trying out their Thai Iced Milk Tea and Green Thai Iced Milk Tea. The drink comes in a pretty big glass and is the perfect complement to your awesome meal!
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#HHWTTip: Looking for a place to perform your prayers? Then head on over to one of Singapore’s most iconic mosques, Sultan Mosque, located just a few blocks away!
Halal Status: Muslim-Owned
Opening Hours: 12pm – 10pm Daily (Opening hours affected during Public Holidays)
Address: 4 & 6 Jalan Kledek, Singapore 199621
Contact No: 63922172
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10. Nana Thai Restaurant
To some, finding a Halal, affordable meal in the Orchard vicinity may be like finding a needle in a haystack. Well, the needles are all located in Far East Plaza, few blocks away from Orchard MRT station ? Nana Thai Restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine and its huge (and brightly lit) storefront is one that is hard to miss!
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Try their Thai Green Curry (From SGD12)! With the just the right amount of spice, this dish is to die for. Served boiling hot in a claypot bowl, Nana Thai’s Thai Green Curry goes well with a plate of white rice.
Not a fan of pineapples on pizza? How about pineapples in fried rice?? Nana Thai’s Pineapple Fried Rice (From SGD 7.50) is full of flavour and it is served in a pineapple “bowl” (for bigger serving sizes).
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When it comes to portions, this restaurant is pretty generous! Stretch your dollars at Nana Thai for a filling, hearty meal as the prices are reasonable. And be sure to end your meal with a signature Red Ruby dessert ?
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Halal Status: Halal-Certified (Do note that Nana Thai is currently in the process of renewing their halal certification. Do dine at your own discretion.)
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 10pm (Opening hours affected during Public Holidays)
Address: 14 Scotts Rd, #04-22, Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
Contact No: 6333 8263
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11. Thaksin Thai Beef Noodles
Craving for Thai food but you're on a tight budget? Then head on to a Thaksin Thai Beef Noodle hawker stall for affordable, delicious Thai beef noodles and Phad Thai! The stall has 2 outlets which have been constantly raved about.
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Don't miss their signature (and customisable) beef noodles (from SGD 5.00) served in a bowl of delicious broth. Not to mention, Thaksin Thai Beef Noodle stays away from using preservatives and MSG to flavour their dishes. All natural! Enjoy your beef noodles with tender, juicy beef chunks and if you have a more adventurous palate, you have the option of adding slices of cow tripe into your beef noodles.
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If you prefer your noodles dry, try their Phad Thai (from SGD3)! The chilli flakes are a must-add to your dish as it gives you the kick out of the noodles ?
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Halal Status: Halal-Certified
Opening Hours: 10am – 9.30pm Daily (Opening hours affected during Public Holidays)
Address: See Lam Hern Stalls, Block 449, Clementi Ave 3, Singapore 120449 (Clementi outlet)
4 Seah Im Rd Singapore 099115 Seah Im Rd, Singapore 099115 (Seah Im Outlet)
Contact No: 81443775
12. Saap Saap Thai
Located conveniently at both ends of Singapore, Saap Saap Thai serves authentic Thai cuisine and is famous for their Thai beef boat noodles (From SGD7.90).
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Chunks and slices of beef served with noodles served in a bowl of refreshing broth. Just one bowl of their signature Thai beef boat noodles is enough to fill your hungry tummy and get your taste buds tingling ?
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The mango sticky rice here is a must-try! It's said to be as good as the ones in Thailand, so those who are yearning to visit Thailand but cannot (yet), this is your best bet ?
Halal Status: Halal-Certified
Check out their outlets and opening hours here.
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13. Bali Thai
What do you get if you take two amazing cuisines and fuse them together? You get Bali Thai - a restaurant, which specialises in Indonesian-Thai fusion cuisine. Bali Thai has 6 outlets islandwide, located in shopping malls all over Singapore.
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You'd be surprised how well Indonesian and Thai dishes complement each other. Their Gai Phad Medmanuang (stir-fried chicken served with dried chill and cashew nuts) is a must try! At a price of SGD 12.80, this chicken dish goes well with a plate of white rice!
And of course, tom yum is a staple to a meal in any Thai restaurant but this one, particularly, is packed with flavour and spice ?
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Ever wanted to create your own Thai noodles? Well, Bali Thai allows you to do just that! Match your favourite ingredients with your preferred noodles and sauce to make your very own Thai noodles.
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Halal Status: Halal-certified
Check out their outlets and opening hours here.
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14. Sedap Thai
Here's something different, but still uniquely Thai! Berseh Food Centre, located in the heart of Jalan Besar, is where you can find one of the rare Halal-certified Thai BBQ steamboats in Singapore, or more commonly known as "moo" kata. The prices here differ according to your order type (à la carte/buffet/platter/bundle).
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Mookata usually uses pork lard on the grill but Sedap Thai offers a Halal-certified (and affordable) alternative, foregoing the pork lard to offer Muslim (and non-Muslim) customers delicious Thai Mookata ?
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Halal Status: Halal-Certified
Opening Hours: 4.30pm to 9.30pm, closed on Sundays
Address: 166 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208877
Contact No: 8298 3579
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Time to get your spice on! Whether it’s spicy, refreshing Tom Yum Soup, delicious Phad Thai or sweet, yummy Thai desserts, we hope we've left you craving for some Thai food now ?