Welcome to Part 8 of my 10-part series of Singaporean fast food blogs! It is true that multinationals such as Long John Silver’s may still own the larger percentage of the market anywhere in the world. However, there has been a change in attitude with the consumers in Singapore recently. Singaporeans now want to try cuisine and food that is a little different from the norm, and this gives credence to the belief that eating is a national pastime in the Little Red Dot!
American fast food chains, like Long John Silver’s, can be found in Singapore
I have listed 15 more of my favourite fast food outlets from Singapore below in no particular order, and for additional background on each brand, and to view full menus and store locators, click on the links below. Where possible, I shall also post an independent review of each outlet. And before reading on, please bear in mind my Price Scale that I use to judge each fast food outlet:
$ = Great Bargain! $$ = Good Value! $$$ = Great Food Costs More! $$$$ = Somewhat Pricey!
Name: The Daily Scoop
Description: The Daily Scoop is a self-proclaimed “ice cream café” and they make all their items in-house using a special hand-churning method to create rich and flavoursome ice cream. Flavours are created from luscious fruits and premium ingredients to ensure the most luxurious ice cream.
Official Website: The Daily Scoop
Signature Dishes: Orange Marmalade Ice Cream, Unusually Apple Ice Cream
Full Menu: The Daily Scoop Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Waffle Slayer (See: Part 5), Cold Rock Ice Creamery (See: Part 1)
Name: Boston Seafood Shack
Description: Boston Seafood Shack brings flavours of the Bostonian harbour to Singapore with a fantastic ambience within, and all at affordable prices! With homegrown seafood such as Chili Crab providing such a hit in Singapore, Boston Seafood Shack brings something a little different to the table with a more western-based menu. Perfect for families.
Official Website: Boston Seafood Shack
Signature Dishes: Atlantic Cod Pasta, Fish and Chips, Lobster Roll
Full Menu: Boston Seafood Shack Menu (PDF)
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Manhattan Fish Market (See: Part 3)
Name: Crust
Description: At Crust Gourmet Pizza, you can enjoy the finest perfectly cured meats, exceptional cheeses, and the freshest, tastiest, vegetables. They’ve also perfected a serenely crisp pizza dough that won’t go soggy. Crust Gourmet Pizza also brings restaurant quality gourmet pizzas, piping hot, to your door.
Official Website: Crust
Signature Dishes: Roast Duck Salad Pizza, Peri Peri Chicken Pizza
Full Menu: Crust Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Peperoni Pizzeria (See: Part 4)
Name: Sumo Salad
Description: Sumo Salad’s “Eat Large, Stay Thin” concept, offering fresh and healthy cuisine, is a huge hit among the locals. You can pick up your all-time favourites, or if you have a bit more time, create your own salad from the made-to-order salad range. Stay healthy and look good with Sumo Salad. Great brand image and a top-notch website.
Official Website: Sumo Salad
Signature Dishes: Firecracker Prawn Salad
Full Menu: Sumo Salad Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Shinkansen, Toss & Turn (See: Part 3)
Name: Yoogane
Description: Yoogane’s first outlet in Singapore at Bugis Junction offers the same Chicken Galbi that has been very well-received in its home country of Korea. The restaurant uses only top and fresh ingredients, complemented by its unique blend of sauces and seasonings.
Official Website: Yoogane Facebook Page
Signature Dishes: Chicken Galbi, Korean Seafood Pancake, Royal Court Dokkboki
Price Scale: $$$
Rivals: BonChon (See: Part 4), NeNe, 4 Fingers Crispy Chicken (See: Part 3)
Name: TCC – The Connoisseur Concerto
Description: The Connoisseur Concerto is the leading chain of art boutique cafés boasting a comprehensive selection of gourmet food and creative beverages. Unveiled in 2003, TCC has been the leading purveyor of gourmet coffees in Singapore, marked by the extensive range of exclusive top-quality coffees. Since then, the food menu has expanded to include gourmet delights – prepared and artfully arranged to satisfy the senses.
Official Website: The Connoisseur Concerto
Signature Dishes: Azuki Coffee, Ribeye Steak, O’bello Cheesy Eggplant, Castle in the Clouds
Full Menu: The Connoisseur Concerto Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals:
Name: Nakhon Kitchen
Description: Nakhon prides itself on serving authentic Thai cuisine in a more serious dining experience than some of its many Thai rivals in Singapore. Open till late, Nakhon Kitchen is very popular with the university crowds.
Official Website: No official site or Facebook page
Signature Dishes: Prawn Cake, Tom Yum
Price Scale: $$$
Rivals: ThaiExpress (See: Part 1), Bangkok Jam (See: Part 3)
Name: Lim Kee Banana Fritter
Description: One of the very few hawker stalls on my list of top fast food brands in Singapore, Lime Kee has a long and successful history of providing Singaporeans with the finest and tastiest cooked-to-order banana fritters on the island!
Official Website: No official website or Facebook page
Signature Dishes: Banana Fritter
Price Scale: $
Rivals:
Name: Ayam Penyet Ria
Description: Ayam Penyet Ria is an authentic Indonesian restaurant, well known for its Ayam Penyet – which is smashed fried chicken! Most of marinades and spices are imported directly from Indonesia. All entrees are served with Indonesian favourites such as deep fried beancurd, soybean cake, an assortment of vegetables, and topped with balacan-chilli relish
Official Website: Ayam Penyet Ria
Signature Dishes: Ayam Penyet
Full Menu: Ayam Penyet Ria Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Malioboro (See: Part 4)
Name: Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
Description: With a delicate selection of antique ornaments, old school furniture, and rustic paintings depicting the Singapore of yesteryear, diners at Song Fa Buk Kut Teh are invited into a comfortable setting that invokes fond memories in many of the older generations. As customers savour the Bak Kut Teh while basking in the ambience, they are able to appreciate the rich cultural heritage that lies behind this simple dish. One of the best and most original websites out there (with really cool music)!
Official Website: Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
Signature Dishes: Bak Kut Teh
Full Menu: Song Fa Bak Kut Teh Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals:
Name: Pepper Lunch
Description: Pepper Lunch promises a dynamic and fresh culinary experience for everyone by presenting the novel concept of Do-It-Yourself sizzling steak with a strong Japanese culinary influence. Diners can enjoy juicy and peppery steak with a sizzle – and all at affordable prices.
Official Website: Pepper Lunch
Signature Dishes: Mentai Prawn Carbonara, Teriyaki Pepper Chicken, Beef Pepper Rice
Full Menu: Pepper Lunch Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Yoshinoya (See: Part 1)
Name: Fruit Paradise
Description: Fruit Paradise offers fruit tarts made with lightly sweetened cream topped with fresh fruits. The fruit tarts are made with only the freshest and most delicious fruits, carefully selected every day. Patrons can enjoy the fruits’ natural goodness, free of unhealthy additives and preservatives. Some of the most delicious tarts and cakes in Singapore can be found here at Fruit Paradise!
Official Website: Fruit Paradise
Signature Dishes: Banana Delight Tart, Strawberry Tiramisu Tart
Full Menu: Fruit Paradise Menu
Price Scale: $$
Rivals: Bakerzin (See: Part 4)
Name: Watami
Description: The Watami brand of dining in Singapore has become synonymous with sophisticated Japanese cuisine in an environment that’s home away from home. The special a la carte menu offers fresh sashimi, sushi, as well as tasty notes of beef.
Official Website: Watami
Signature Dishes: Chicken Katsu, Watami Salad
Full Menu: Watami Menu
Price Scale: $$$
Rivals:
Name: Peach Garden
Description: Peach Garden was envisioned to be a place where Singaporean connoisseurs of traditional Cantonese cuisine can dine in an ambiance that celebrates fine living. The renowned chain, despite an awfully clunky official website, still serves a delectable spread of signature Cantonese dishes served in individual fine dining portions.
Official Website: Peach Garden
Signature Dishes: Double Boiled Shark’s Bone Cartilage Soup, Custard Buns, Lobster Noodles
Full Menu: Peach Garden Menu (use the arrows on-screen to navigate through)
Price Scale: $$$$
Rivals:
Photo credit: Rubbish Eat, Rubbish Grow
Name: ZenDog
Description: One of the very few hotdog outlets in Singapore, ZenDog is known all over the island for providing tasty and fun Asian-inspired hotdogs in a comfortable setting.
Official Website: ZenDog Facebook Page
Signature Dishes: Hotto Dogu (the Japanese hotdog), Kungdu Pandong (the Chinese hotdog)
Price Scale: $$
Rivals:
Thanks for reading! So, what is your favourite homegrown or regional fast food outlet in Singapore? Do you prefer them to the influx of American chains like Long John Silver’s or Burger King? Let me know in the comments section below! And be sure to check out all parts of this 10 part series on the best fast food in Singapore!