6 Halal places in Singapore for you to open your fast

It’s the 9^th month in the Islamic Calendar which means the holy month of Ramadan is finally here! For those of you who don’t know, Ramadan comes under the 5 pillars of Islam. This is when Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset consuming no food or drink…and yes not even water! This month commemorates when the Quran was first revealed, so the next 30 days is full of spiritual reflection, spending time with family and friends, and doing good deeds.

Of course, after a full day of fasting, you would want to open your fast with some delicious food, with the right flavours… have you ever tried cooking when you can’t taste your food? It’s definitely not the easiest thing to do. To make life easier, our team at Fayyaz Travels has put together some of our favourite halal eateries in Singapore to enjoy for Iftar.

1. SALTWATER

Located in: 1 Netheravon Rd, Level 1 Village Hotel Changi, Singapore 508502

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There’s nothing like a good old buffet after a long day of fasting. What we love about Salwater is not just the food but also the overall ambience of the restaurant with staff who are helpful and courteous! Here, you have the option to opt for their buffet (perfect for family gatherings because if you’re going with children aged 5 and under- they dine free), which has a great spread of dishes or you have the option to try their À la carte menu, offering a wide selection to satiate your palate. How about trying some of the local favourites like their Laksa, Char Kway Teow, Beef Hor Fun and more. The cherry on-top is their live barbeque station with ALL YOU CAN EAT MEAT that you can enjoy on the weekends for dinner/iftaar (Friday-Sunday). Want some extra deals? If you have The Entertainer, you can save with the 1 for 1 Buffet offers at Saltwater.

2. Straits Kitchen

Located in: 10 Scotts Rd, Grand Hyatt Singapore, Singapore 228211

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Straits Kitchen is one of the classics for their buffet and has been consistent in our Ramadan Food diaries for the last 3 years. Located at the Grand Hyatt Singapore which is known for its award-winning dining –and with a variety of cuisines from: Chinese, Indian, Malay and Peranakan, Straits Kitchen is must on your list of halal restaurants to open your fast at this Ramadan. Not only that, but you get to choose from an array of sweet treats from their Date Bazaar, followed by their speciality meals- and of course, dessert! Those who have a sweet tooth- not to worry because Straits Kitchen has a wide range of hot and cold desserts- think Kueh Lapis, Mango Pudding, ice creams, an assortment of Indian sweets and more!

3. Carousel

Located in: 25 Scotts Rd, Royal Plaza, Singapore 228220

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Another classic hot-spot with Halal-certified kitchens, Carousel has been voted as the Best Buffet Restaurant in Singapore for 7 consecutive years! This isn’t surprising seeing as it boasts an extensive spread of cuisines, serving global gastronomy with lavish seafood platters, French Rotisserie, Mediterranean, Asian, and Japanese cuisines– sure to leave all diners spoilt with their fresh and quality food. Try their hot Teppanyaki selections from the Japanese bar and their speciality of grilled delights! Not to miss is their dessert stations; Carouseltopia, Garden Desserts, Hot Desserts and more! We recommend you book early and reserve your space as they are often booked out.

4. The Halia at Singapore Botanic Gardens

Located in: 1 Cluny Road, Ginger Garden Singapore Botanic Garden, Singapore 259569

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The Halia is no less than a hidden gem in Singapore’s Botanic Gardens! “Halia” is Malay for ginger, the restaurant itself is located within the Ginger Gardens which means all dishes will contain ginger and its family- which is great as ginger has proven health benefits! Their combination of healthy ingredients, quality and flavoursome dishes as well as the atmosphere and location make it a must place to stop for Iftar! You can choose from the All-Day menu or take a pick from Halia’s Ramadan Communal Menu, which is perfect for a group of 4! This menu is available for dinner from 6^th May till 4th June 2019 only so you don’t want to miss out!

5.Tash Tish Tosh

Located in: 50 Kandahar St, Singapore 198900

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Craving for some classical fusion food, but don’t know where to go? You need to try Tash Tish Tosh which prides itself for serving American food with a touch of Malay- and the best part is…it is 100% halal! Tash Tish Tosh have a separate menu from $38 for Ramadan, with a set-course meal to open your Iftar. This includes their signature ‘Bomb Wings’ with a side of their ‘Tash Mash’, pasta of choice, burger,’ Toolang’ (which is a mutton bone stew prepared over many hours and TTT’s highly rated dish) and much more! You have to try their Battleship Menu which is ‘The best of 3 worlds’ with pizza dough shaped as a boat, Tashookah and their signature Toolang combined! We recommend making a reservation early to avoid disappointment.

6.Positano Risto

Located in: 66 Bussorah St, Singapore 199479

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Although there may be many Italian restaurants spread across in Singapore, can you name the halal ones? There aren’t that many but Positano Risto is on top of our list of halal Italian restaurants. It is also ranked #1 Halal Restaurant on TripAdvisor Singapore! Try something unique with the Positano Signature Boston Lobster Fettuccine or authentic Italian pizzas. Take a pick from their classics: Lasagne and Truffle mushroom risotto- whatever you pick, you will not be disappointed! Have space for dessert? Then don’t forget to try their Oreo chocolate lava stack – a delight for chocolate lovers!

Are you planning a trip to Singapore, but don’t know where to eat? Lucky for you, everyone in our team is big foodies- so we know the best places to recommend for dining! Contact our team at Fayyaz Travels to give you the best deals and tourist hot-spots for your Singapore vacation- as well as a full itinerary with restaurants to enjoy at.