Best nasi padang in Singapore
Nothing beats a hearty plate of nasi padang, and with a diverse range of aromatic dishes to choose from, this Indonesian meal will likely satisfy those with big appetites and a penchant for spicy food. We’ve hand-picked a list of 10 excellent nasi padang stalls in Singapore to visit so you don’t have to fuss over finding the cream of the crop.
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1. Chopstix & Rice
If you want to impress some friends with award-winning nasi padang, bring them to Chopstix & Rice. Opened in 2002, Chopstix & Rice is best known for its legit and affordable Indonesian fare. Come for their famous Beef Rendang ($15.90), which features fragrant lob cut beef coated in a punchy blend of chilli and spices. You can also opt for their Ayam Goreng Belado ($10.90), which comes with a huge fried chicken coated with house-made sambal balado.
From our Chopstix & Rice review: “The beef came apart easily under our fork and was not gamey at all, with the flavours of the rendang, especially lemongrass, doing an incredible job in giving this dish an unforgettable taste and aroma.”
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #B1-100, Suntec City Mall Tower 4, East Wing, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 4pm, 5pm to 9:30pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 9:30pm
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Chopstix & Rice is a halal-certified eatery.
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2. Coba Coba
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Coba Coba is likely to impress if you’re all for having authentic nasi padang in Singapore. The founders initially started this to bring traditional Indonesian food to their families and friends, which eventually culminated in the opening of Coba Coba in 2014.
Signature dishes here include the Tahu Telur ($9) and Sotong Sumbat (from $9). If you’re looking to order a sharing set, Coba Coba also has the Classic Set for Two priced at $32.90, comprising nasi putih, beef rendang, sambal goreng, ayam kalio and more.
Note that the price of your nasi padang differs according to how much you order.
Address: Yishun Street 11, Block 165, Singapore 760156
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 9pm
Tel: 6382 2622
Website
Coba Coba is a halal-certified eatery.
3. Warong Nasi Pariaman
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Founded in 1948, Warong Nasi Pariaman is believed to be the longest-running nasi padang stall on these shores. The stall has since left its mark on our food culture, feeding throngs of hungry people over the years. Many regulars return for their dose of nasi padang, which shows the consistency of taste that Warong has maintained over the years.
The stall’s signature dishes are said to have remained relatively faithful to the recipes that first brought them widespread acclaim. Go for the Ayam Bakar, where barbecued chicken is doused in a rich coconut-milk gravy, and the succulent Beef Rendang for its enticing hints of sweet and spicy.
Note that the price of your nasi padang differs according to how much you order.
Address: 738 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198706
Opening hours: Thurs-Tue 7:30am to 3pm
Tel: 6294 4805
Website
Warong Nasi Pariaman is a halal-certified eatery.
4. Rumah Makan Minang
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Another nasi padang place that has been around for a really long time is Rumah Makan Minang. The stall has been around since 1954, and its snaking queues are a testament to how great their nasi padang is.
Their Tahu Goreng ($5) is impressive, featuring a towering pillar of fried tofu topped with bean sprouts and cucumber, doused in a dark sweet soya sauce, and finished with crushed peanuts. If you want some fish to go along with your rice, try the Ikan Asan Pedas Set ($9.50), which comes with fish stewed in a spicy and tangy gravy with a side of eggplant, emping, and fried tofu.
Bugis outlet
Address: 18 Kandahar Street, Singapore 198884
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 8pm
Tampines outlet
Address: 1 Tampines Walk, #B1-47A, Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 8pm
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Rumah Makan Minang is a halal-certified eatery.
5. Pagi Sore
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Helmed by second-generation owners, Pagi Sore serves Indonesian dishes passed down a 30-year-old heritage. Offering something slightly different from the other eateries on this list, Pagi Sore fuses Indonesian spices with Chinese cooking techniques, serving up unique dishes such as the signature Ayam Bali ($9.90 for small), a boneless chicken thigh barbequed in Balinese-inspired sweet sauce, or the Tumis Kangkong Belachan ($10.80 for small), which is stir-fried water spinach in balachan chilli.
Address: 88 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 048470
Opening hours: Mon 11:30am to 3pm, Tue-Sun 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 9pm
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Pagi Sore is a halal-certified eatery.
6. Sinar Pagi Nasi Padang
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Sinar Pagi Nasi Padang prepares its dishes in the traditional Kapau style, so give this famous stall a shot if you’re into dishes of the spicier variety. Their Assam Pedas Fish is tangy and spicy, with a rich flavour that comes from the fish itself. With its bright yellow coconut-based sauce, the Ayam Panggang doesn’t appear to be too fiery, but take a bite and you’ll feel its burn in no time. Price-wise, the Nasi Sambal Goreng Set and Nasi Rawon Set start from $7.50 each. On a rainy day, opt for the Sop Buntut ($5), an Indonesian oxtail soup that’s both nourishing and comforting.
Note that the price of your nasi padang differs according to how much you order.
Address: 1 Geylang Serai, #02-137, Geylang Serai Market and Food Centre, Singapore 402001
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 7pm
Website
Sinar Pagi Nasi Padang is a halal-certified eatery.
7. Hjh Maimunah Restaurant
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When trying the fare at Hjh Maimunah Restaurant, it quickly becomes apparent why the restaurant has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand. Dishes including the BBQ Sundanese Chicken, which comprises Sundanese-style barbecue chicken marinated in signature spices, and the Lemak Siput Sedut, which features fresh sea snails in a spicy coconut gravy, are all moreish creations that will leave you wanting more.
The Terung Belado is highly recommended as well; these fried tender eggplants tossed in sambal chilli are a great choice of vegetables to go along with your rice and meats.
Note that the price of your nasi padang differs according to how much you order.
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Hjh Maimunah Restaurant is a halal-certified eatery.
8. Che Rose Nasi Padang
There’s no doubt that Che Rose Nasi Padang serves up some excellent Chicken and Beef Rendang as the eatery is known to have one of the best rendang in Singapore. Regardless of which meat you order, the rendang is said to be highly flavourful and tender. The rest of the dishes, such as the Sayur Lodeh and Asam Squid Curry, are similarly delicious, and all have a homely and comforting taste.
Note that the price of your nasi padang differs according to how much you order.
Read our Che Rose Nasi Padang coverage.
Address: 128 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, Singapore 310128
Opening hours: Sat-Thurs 8am to 3pm
Che Rose Nasi Padang is a halal-certified eatery.
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9. Warung M. Nasir
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If you are familiar with Mohamad Nasir bin Mohamed or, as he is better known, M. Nasir, you’ll know that he is something of a renaissance man. The master of the Malaysian music industry is a singer-songwriter, composer, poet, producer, actor, film director and, more pertinently, the owner of Warung M. Nasir.
Within its bright red walls, the stall serves some fantastic Beef Rendang (price TBD), Ayam Gulai (price TBD), Sambal Goreng (price TBD) and more. You’ll be spoiled for choice with the large variety of spicy dishes on offer.
Address: 721 Havelock Road, Singapore 169645
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
Website
Warung M. Nasir is a halal-certified eatery.
10. Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee
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As with many other picks on this list, Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee is steeped in history, having been a dining spot for thousands of British troops stationed in Singapore during the 1940s. After the British left in the 1950s, the restaurant shifted its focus to serving the nasi padang that they are most known and loved for today.
Check out the restaurant’s Cuttlefish Sambal (from $6.20), Korma Chicken (from $9.90), and Fish Curry ($6.20) for a taste of their highly regarded Western Sumatran dishes. Their Beef Rendang ($6.20) is also touted as tender and not too greasy as well!
Address: 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #02-72 to 75/77/92, The Central, Singapore 059817
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 8:30pm
Website
Rendezvous Restaurant Hock Lock Kee is not a halal-certified eatery.
Where to eat nasi padang in Singapore
Satisfy your nasi padang cravings at the eateries on this list. For more great halal food, check out our halal Korean food guide. If you’re looking for more historic places to dine at like some of the entries on this list, read our oldest restaurants in Singapore guide.
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Feature image adapted from @makanarts, @allthethingsallthethings, Rumah Makan Minang and @lim_jiak_koon
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