Singapore's Southern Ridges are a series of 4 interconnected nature parks offering some of the most gorgeous panoramic views of the island's southern coast. ? Starting from Bukit Merah and Kent Ridge and stretching all the way to Harbourfront, you'll even come across peaks like Telok Blangah Hill and Mount Faber! And of course, after a tiring day of hiking you'll want to recharge and refuel too. Here are X halal eateries near the Southern Ridges to keep your energy up! ? P.S. Find out more about the Southern Ridges and other top hiking and nature trails in Singapore here and start planning your next day out!

Halal eateries near Southern Ridges

1. 786 Char Kway Teow

786 Char Kway Teow might be a small one-man operation, but it's one of the most famous halal char kway teow stalls in Singapore! Run by a Chinese revert, Mr Anis, each plate of char kway teow is topped with juicy cockles and there's a fragrant 'wok hey' char smell that'll make your mouth water. ? If you prefer the cockles to be cooked throughout make sure to tell Mr Anis! P.S. As Mr Anis is the only one manning the stall, do be understanding if he takes some time to cook your order or process your inquiries. Halal status: Muslim-owned Opening hours: Sat-Thurs; 12PM-8PM (Closed Fridays) Address: 115 Bukit Merah View, Bukit Merah Hawker Centre #01-28, Singapore 151115

2. Edmond Chicken Rice

Nothing beats a plate of halal Hainanese Chicken Rice to brighten your day, and Edmond Chicken Rice has definitely gained a following amongst chicken rice fans! Their chill sauce is said to be one of the best around, adding a tingling zest and kick to the chicken that makes every bite extra shiok! ? Halal status: Halal-certified Average price: $4 Opening hours: Tues-Sun; 10AM - 7PM (Closed Mondays, do check their Facebook for closure updates) Address: 11 Telok Blangah Crescent, Telok Blangah Crescent Food Court #01-110, Singapore 090011 Facebook

3. Aspirasi

Aspirasi is probably one of the best places in Singapore for Malay-style chicken rice. The best part is their chicken that's been fried to a perfect crisp and the crispy crumbs makes the dish even better! ? Choose a range of sauces to go with your chicken from sambal to lemon, sweet & sour, and even black pepper. It's the perfect meal after a tiring day exploring the sights of Singapore! #HHWT Tip: During weekends and peak periods the stall can sell out by 3PM so we recommend getting there by 11AM to make sure you can get a plate! Halal status: Muslim-owned Average price: $4 Opening hours: Tues; 10.30AM-9PM, Wed-Sun; 10.30AM-8PM (Closed Mondays) Address: 2 Seah Im Rd, Seah Im Food Centre #01-45, Singapore 099114 Website | Facebook | Instagram

4. Farasha Muslim Food

Located facing the bus interchange next to Seah Im Food Centre, Farasha Muslim Food is another stall serving up your favourite local Malay dishes like Ayam Penyet, Ayam Goreng, and Nasi Lemak. ? Their must-try dish is the Ayam Nasi Goreng - the chicken is soft and tender while still having a crispy skin! Plus all of their dishes are $6 or cheaper so you don't have to spend a lot to get a great meal. Halal status: Muslim-owned Average price: $5 Opening hours: Open daily; 7.30AM - 9.30PM Address: 2 Seah Im Rd, Seah Im Food Centre #01-31, Singapore 099114

5. Thaksin Beef Noodle

Thaksin Beef Noodle  serves up Thai-style beef noodles packed with flavour. ? The beef chunks are tender, and if you opt to mix in tripe and other offal they're all soft and chewy too. The chilli flakes pack a real punch - if you can't handle spice, be careful not to sprinkle too much over your noodles! Their chilli sauce also has a strong citrusy sourness to it, so go sparingly and don't overseason your bowl. (And yes, you can request to not have basil leaves or coriander added. ?) Halal status: Halal-certified Average price: $8 Opening hours: Open daily; 10AM - 9.30PM Address: 2 Seah Im Rd, Seah Im Food Centre #01-38/44, Singapore 099114 Facebook

6. Rocky Master (Currently closed until further notice)

This homegrown brand has been around for over 20 years, and it's the place to go for a quick and casual meal complete with a cup of delicious coffee! Stop by Rocky Master for a variety of Asian, Western, and fusion dishes to keep your energy up throughout the day. Their signature devil's brew coffee, all-day American Breakfast, and hearty burgers are just what you need to get you started before you explore the Southern Ridges. ? Do note that this Rocky Master outlet is closed until further notice. Halal status: Halal-certified Average price: $12 Opening hours: Mon-Fri; 7.30AM-6PM (Closed Saturdays and Sundays) Address: 438C Alexandra Rd #01-06, Singapore 119969 Contact: +65 62768515 Website | Facebook | Instagram

Malls with halal food near Southern Ridges

7. Alexandra Retail Centre

 If you're heading to Labrador Nature Reserve then you'll most likely pass by Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC). This mall isn't well-known outside of its neighborhood but you'll find quite a few halal options here! Grab some local snacks to-go at Curry Times Tingkat and Old Chang Kee (#02-36), or sit down for halal Chinese favourites at Encik Tan (#01-32). There are also popular fast-food chains like Pizza Hut (#01-23/24), McDonald's (#01-25) if you want to #treatyourself after a good, tiring morning out. ? Other halal eateries at ARC include:

• Delifrance (#02-42/43)
• Stuff'd (#01-11)
• The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (#02-41)
• The Soup Spoon (#01-21).

Halal status: All eateries listed here have been halal-certified, or are part of a dedicated chain that has attained halal certification at its other outlets. As some outlets may be seeking recertification, we recommend you check with the eatery and dine at your own discretion. Mall hours: Open daily; 10AM - 10PM (Individual store hours may differ) Address: 460 Alexandra Rd, Singapore 119963

8. Vivocity

This huge megamall isn't just the gateway to Sentosa - it's full of halal eateries too! The latest addition to Vivocity's halal eateries is the famous Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice  (#B2-30) that hails from Bangkok. This Thai take on Hainanese Chicken Rice has even been featured in the Bangkok Michelin Bib Gourmand guide! ? You'll be spoilt for choices too - whether you're craving Vietnamese pho at So Pho (#01-171), Penang cuisine at Penang Culture (#B2-23E), or Asian-Western fusion at Secret Recipe (#02-108/109)! Other halal eateries at Vivocity include:

• Ayam Penyet President (#B2-23F)
• Burger King (#02-80)
• Earle Swensen’s (#02-117)
• Encik Tan (#B2-37)
• Fish & Co. (#02-116)
• Krispy Kreme (#B2-K2)
• Long John Silver’s (#02-94)
• McDonald’s (#B2-40)
• Old Chang Kee (#B2-K21)
• Pezzo (#B2-K15)
• Polar (#B2-K4)
• Prima Deli (#B2-K1)
• Stuff’d (#B2-K18)
• Subway (#B2-31)
• Texas Chicken (#B2-24)
• The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (#02-03)
• Wingstop (#02-143)
• Wok Hey (#B2-K23)

Halal status: All eateries listed here have been halal-certified, or are part of a dedicated chain that has attained halal certification at its other outlets. As some outlets may be seeking recertification, we recommend you check with the eatery and dine at your own discretion. Mall hours: Open daily; 10AM - 10PM (Individual store hours may differ) Address: 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585

9. Harbourfront Centre

While Harbourfront Centre may not be as big as Vivocity, it has a handful of halal eateries to choose from too. ?The Bagus  foodcourt (#01-103/108) is an all-halal foodcourt with stalls selling Yong Tau Foo, kebabs, chicken rice and more. And of course, everyone's favourite casual Korean chain Seoul Garden (#01-65/66) and Seoul Garden Hot Pot (#02-03/04) are perfect for a delicious dinner at the end of a day out! Other halal eateries at Harbourfront Centre include:

• Dunkin Donuts (#01-102)
• Heavenly Wang (#01-83)
• KFC (#02-83/84)
• McDonald’s (#01-86/89)
• Mr Teh Tarik Express (#01-17A)
• Old Chang Kee (#02-20B)
• The Orange Lantern (#01-98)
• Papparich (#01-45/46)
• Pastamania (#02-05/06/07)
• Pizza Hut (#01-69)
• Qi Ji (#01-28)
• Simply Wrapps (#01-51/52)
• Subway (#02-81/82)
• Swissbake (#01-58/59/60)
• The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (#02-124/125/126)
• The Soup Spoon (#01-01/03)
• Tuk Tuk Cha (#02-01/02)

Halal status: All eateries listed here have been halal-certified, or are part of a dedicated chain that has attained halal certification at its other outlets. As some outlets may be seeking recertification, we recommend you check with the eatery and dine at your own discretion. Mall hours: Open daily; 10AM - 10PM (Individual store hours may differ) Address: 1 Maritime Square, Singapore 099253 Tell a friend it's time to plan a day out to the Southern Ridges! Know of any new eateries or awesome promotions that you think should be featured on HHWT? Drop us an email at [email protected] with the details! ? If you’re a business owner and you would like guaranteed editorial coverage, do fill up our form or drop us an email at [email protected]!

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