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Indian food cravings are hard to ignore especially when you’re daydreaming about piping hot naans and dal makhani. We have such a huge choice, all we aim to do for you today is hone in on a few favourites we know our readers love.
There are awesome Indian restaurants all over Singapore. You most probably have your own local neighbourhood go-to. But if not, check out this list, far better than a food dream, get the real deal delivered and head on out for a dine in experience.
Rang Mahal
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Taking Indian classics to another level, Rang Mahal has some interesting variety of dishes you must try - Avocado Kebab (S$36.00), Homemade Achari Chicken Tacos (S$32.00), and Bharwan Mirch Rajasthani Kadi (S$28.00), panko crusted peppers, goats’ cheese mousse, yoghurt. If you’re not into fusion, you can binge on the classics and make a meal by ordering, Khaman Puliogare Dhokla (S$32.00), Naan Basket (S$36.00), Konkani Sea Bass Curry (S$35.00) or Kashmiri Dum Ghosht Biryani (S$32.00) and add chaat, papad, and gulab jamun to make it a feast.
A. 7 Raffles Boulevard, Level 3 039595
S. www.facebook.com/RangMahalGroup/
Copper Chimney
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A name synonymous with robust North Indian food is Copper Chimney and the presence of the brand in Singapore is simply marvellous. We recommend their Chicken Kung Pao Dry (S$15.75), Mutton Seekh Kebab (S$16.75), and Harabhara Kebab (S$12.55) for starters; Malai Kofta (S$13.60), Daal Makhni (S$13.60), Mushroom Mutter (S$13.60), Chicken Tikka Masala (S$15.70), and Tawa Mutton (S$16.75) for mains. Peruse their menu for popular Chinese Indian dishes, variety of breads, biryani and desserts.
A. 100 Syed Alwi Rd, Singapore 207676
E. contact@copperchimney.com.sg
S. www.facebook.com/CopperChimneySi
Dabba Junction
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Have a tiffin sent to you by Dabba Junction, packed with a complete Indian meal to charge up your weekdays. They have Indian Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian sets featuring dishes like Paneer Butter Masala, Bhindi Masala, Dal with Phulka, rice and dessert. Need desi Chinese dishes like Schezwan Fried Rice, Chicken Manchurian, Basil Paneer and Spring Rolls? They have tiffin sets for them as well and in addition, they have Western Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian sets featuring dishes like Chicken Schnitzel, Stir-Fried Potatoes, Sautéed Vegetables and Creamy Corn. Awesome right?
S. www.facebook.com/dabbajunctionsg/
Podi & Poriyal
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Those familiar with Indian cuisine don’t need to be told about the deliciousness of dosai with a sprinkle of podi or hot sambaar and idli. We recommend ordering their Nannari Sarbath (S$10.00) or Narantham Soda (S$22.00) with your meals as both beverages are absolutely refreshing. Podi & Poriyal Vengayam Pakoda (S$12.00) is a crispy vegan treat served best with either coconut (S$2.00) or chow chutney (S$3.00), also vegan. You’ll also love their ala carte dishes like Inji Rasam (S$10.00), Jackfruit Kesari (S$12.00) and Kadamba Sambaar (S$12.00).
A. 486 Serangoon Rd, Singapore 218151
S. www.facebook.com/PodiandPoriyal/
Anglo Indian Cafe
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Anglo Indian cuisine is a treasure of dishes and they have found a special place in the diverse Indian cuisine. Savour these delights like Chicken Tikka Masala (S$21.00), Anglo Indian Chicken Jalfarezi (S$21.00), Lamb Vindaloo (S$24.00), Madras Prawn Curry (S$24.00) at Anglo Indian Cafe in Singapore. Besides the classic dishes, they also have plenty of North Indian delights like Palak Paneer (S$18.50), Chicken Malai Kebab (S$20.00), and Lamb Rogan Josh (S$22.00) to be devoured with piping hot roti or naan.
A. 30 Victoria St, #01-13 Chijmes, Singapore 187996
E. info@angloindiancafebar.com
S. www.facebook.com/AngloIndianCafe
Raj Restaurant
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A vegetarian restaurant encapsulating the Indian favourites in Singapore is Raj Restaurant. They’ve got chaat, a variety of dosai, masala dosai, cheese dosai, rava dosai, uthappams as well as North Indian dishes like Choley Bhatura (S$9.00), Pindi Choley (S$10.90) and Kadai Mushroom (S$13.80). We love their cost-effective Bento Sets and our favourite is Paneer Jodhpuri Set (S$12.90) featuring Paneer Jodhpuri, Daal e Raj, Cumin Rice, Plain Naan, and Gulab Jamun.
A. 172 Race Course Rd, #01-01/05 Singapore 218605
E. harsha@rajrestaurant.com.sg
S. www.facebook.com/rajrestaurantsg/
Gabbar
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Bringing you an exceptional variety of North Indian dishes, you’ll find yourself exploring new things to try on Gabbar’s menu. We recommend our favourites to those who’re ordering for the first-time - Gobhi Manchurian (S$15.00), Fish Pakoras (S$15.00), Surkhlal Chicken Tikka (S$19.50), Dal Tadka (S$17.50), Lehsooni Palak Paneer (S$23.00), Patiala Chicken (S$29.00), and Fiery Goan Fish Curry (S$32.50). Pair the gravies with fragrant jeera rice or butter naan. Their samosas, house-special fries and peanut masala are also quite popular.
A. 3B River Valley Rd, #01-14 Singapore 179021
W. gabbar.sg/
Yantra
Image Credit: Yantra - Defining Indian Cuisine Facebook Page
The food from Yantra hits all the right spots be it their Signature Bukhni Kebab (S$24), Ambi Jhinga, prawns marinated with green mango (S$24), or their robust Dal Makhani (S$28). They have a tempting variety of biryani including a vegetarian biryani and a mind-blowing Lahori Chicken Pulao (S$38) but do try their vegetarian mains as they will knock your socks off with their flavours. We usually go for their Paneer Butter Masala (S$32) or Asparagus, Methi, Coconut braised Chestnuts (S$32) with kulcha or paratha.
A. Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road, #01-28 247933
S. www.facebook.com/YantraRestaurant/
Mustard
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The only place to satiate our cravings for a kathi roll in Singapore is Mustard. After we found this gem, there was no stopping us from ordering a fair share of Bengali fare like Maacher Cutlet with Kashundi (S$10.90), Kosha Mangsho (S$19.90), and Aloo Jhuri Bhaja ar Cholar Dal (S$15.90). The unique thing about Mustard is its mix of Punjabi and Bengali menu. You must try their Sarson da saag te Makki di Roti (S$15.90) and Masale waliyan Chaampan (S$17.90). And yes, they have Bengali sweets too.
E. mustardrestaurant@yahoo.com
S. www.facebook.com/MustardRestaura
Bikanervala
Image Credit: Bikanervala Singapore Facebook Page
Missing the street-style food in India? Bikanervala has them all - chaat like Dahi Bhalla Papdi Chaat (S$10.50), Raj Kachori (S$9.50); Bombay street food specials like Vada Pao (S$8.00), Pao Bhaji with Cheese (S$12.50); desi Chinese dishes like Chilly Potato (S$9.50), Chilli Paneer (S$11.50), Veg Spring Rolls (S$8.50); Delhi favourites like Chhole Bhature (S$13.50), Rajma Rice or Kadhi Pakoda Rice with Chaas (S$16.00); and even a variety of street-style variety of dosa and uthappa. Complement these with tea, chaas, lassi or nimbu shikanji.
A. 253 Tanjong Katong Rd, Singapore 437041
E. parmodverma@fusionconcepts.com.sg
S. www.facebook.com/bikanervalaSG/
Shahi Maharani
Image Credit: Shahi Maharani North Indian Restaurant Facebook Page
Relish desi delicacies in a bento box or weekend special sets and family bundles or simply go ala carte as you order your favourites from Shahi Maharani. If you’re going ala carte you’ll get a 15% off on an order crossing S$80 and there’s plenty to pick from - Keema Samosas (S$12.00), Panipuri (S$16.00), Tandoori Lamb Chops (S$47.00), Garlic Prawns (S$38.00), Rogan Josh (S%34.00) and a plethora of seafood dishes, vegetarian mains or sabzi, dhal, naan, tandoori roti and parathas. Did we mention they have kulfi and jalebi too?
A. Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, # 03 – 21 179103
E. enquiries@shahimaharani.com
T. +65 62358840
S. www.facebook.com/shahimaharani/
Dabbawala
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Offering all the Indian dishes you’ve been missing badly, Dabbawala not only has them all but also makes sure to deliver it promptly to your home. We've got some awesome finds in their menu - Bombay Frankie (S$16.00 - S$18.00), Ragda Patties (S$15.00), Railway Mutton Curry (S$26.00), Dabba Gosht (S$26.00), Okra Masala (S$21.00), and Rasmalai (S$9.00). Check out their menu for yourself and we’re sure you’ll be happily surprised to find all those dishes you won’t otherwise find at other Indian restaurants on the island.
