Nasi lemak is a simple yet emotionally complexing dish consisting of fragrant rice cooked with coconut milk (known as santan) and sometimes pandan leaf, served with a side of deep-fried anchovies, ground nuts, an egg, cucumber slices, and sambal chili—a sweet spicy gravy. Here goes with 10 Best Nasi Lemak In Singapore!
10 Best Nasi Lemak In Singapore
1. Changi Nasi Lemak
Known for its rice – which has a unique, lasting coconut fragrance unlike any other nasi lemak – and its legendary chilli, this stall is loved by foodies everywhere, and we’re sure you’ll adore it too!
As we mentioned, Changi Nasi Lemak is famous for its chilli. It’s made with the freshest anchovies and shallots, and it has a unique richness and sweetness that sets it apart from the usual sambal chilli you get from regular nasi lemak stalls. It pairs perfectly with the aromatic rice, highlighting its coconut flavour. Just thinking about it makes our mouths water!
Currently, Changi Nasi Lemak’s newest attraction is its McSpicy-inspired chicken thigh cutlet, whose juiciness and tastiness is everything you could want in a nasi lemak side dish. (And yes, for everyone asking, it does taste like the original McSpicy!)
Location: 183 Upper Thomson Road, #01-04, Singapore 574429
Operating Hours: 11AM to 9PM, Tuesday – Sunday
2. Ponggol Nasi Lemak
Being one of Singapore’s most well-known dishes, it takes a lot to stand out but Ponggol Nasi Lemak hits all the right spots. With freshly fried and crispy fried chicken drumsticks have two instead of one and make for sinful indulgence. The chilli complements the dishes well and has just enough kick without overpowering the dish.
Locations:
1. 965 Upper Serangoon Rd, Singapore 534721
Hours: 5.30 PM to 3 AM.Closed On Thursday
2. 2 Parkstone Rd, Singapore 437649
Hours: 5.30 AM to 2.30 AM. Closed On Thursday
3. 371 Jln Besar, #01-01, Singapore 208998
Hours: 12 PM to 11 PM. Closed On Thursday
3. Mizzy’s Corner
What truly sets them apart has to be the basmati rice that’s infused with coconut milk, bringing a whole new world of carbs heaven while the spicy sweet sambal when mixed into the aromatic rice became partners in crime, ready to steal your taste buds away.
Location: 2 Changi Village Rd, #01-26, Singapore 500002
Hours: 7.30 AM to 1 AM
4. Old School Canteen
Doing nasi lemak the old-school way, this stall in Changi Village is a blast from the past. Fitting the nostalgic backdrop, blasting old tunes and peppered with vintage memorabilia, Old School Canteen serves plates of nasi lemak the traditional way.
Star of their show is 3 different types of sambal! Sambal with boiled egg, cuttlefish or prawns. It’s thick, crunchy and sinful in many ways! Served with fluffy coconut rice, fried fish, peanuts and anchovies – starting price for a complete plate begins from $3.
Location: Blk, 3 Changi Village Rd, #01-85, Singapore 500003
Hours: 9 AM to 3 PM. Closed On Monday
5. Selera Rasa Nasi Lemak
Selera Rasa’s Nasi Lemak distinct itself from the usual crowd of the nasi lemak makers as their use of basmati rice instead of the typical jasmine variety what makes them unique. It is so popular that even the Sultan of Brunei makes it a point to have it whenever he visits. Resulting in a whole other variation of fluffiness and lightness, it allows the sweet and piquant sambal to be fully absorbed allowing you to enjoy each and every component with your own damn sweet pace!
Set A ($2.90): ‘flash meal’ with only basic ingredients like Ikan bilis & egg.
Set B/ C/ D ($3.90): fish/ chicken wing/ otak meal w Ikan bilis & egg.
Set E ($4.90): ‘full house’ with chicken wing & otak w Ikan bilis & egg.
Set F ($5.40): ‘royal flush’ with a chicken wing, otak & begedil w Ikan bilis & egg.
Set G ($5.90): ‘royal rumble’ with a chicken wing, otak & begedil w Ikan bilis & egg.
Location:Â 2 Adam Rd, #01-02 Food Centre, Singapore 289876
Hours: 7 AM to 5 PM. Closed On Friday
6. Boon Lay Power Nasi Lemak
It’s hard to miss this when it’s highly craved coconut rice is something to look forward to when in the land of Singapura especially to the one living on the West side of a country, This popular supper time haunt sells seriously good nasi lemak till as early as 3.30am. In overall, for $3.50, this plate of supper goodness is a pretty good deal!
Location:Â 221B Boon Lay Pl, #01-106, Singapore 642221
Hours: 6.30 AM to 3.30 AM.
7. Aliff Nasi Lemak
Join the queue for what many deem to be one of the freshest and tastiest nasi lemak in this part of Singapore; it’s also not overly oily so you’re spared that post-meal guilt. The Ikan Bilis here are freshly fried and go super well with the sambal.
While the rice is not the most fragrant, each grain is perfectly firm and not sticky. Major components: Fluffy basmati rice, golden fried chicken wings, a good sized Kuning fish, crispy ikan bilis and oh-so-sweet yummy chili!
Location: #01-27, 49A Serangoon Garden Way, Singapore 555945
Hours: 7 AM to 6 PM. Closed on Wednesday & Saturday
8. Chong Pang Nasi Lemak
A comfort food haunt for Northerners, this Sembawang fixture has been serving its signature nasi lemak since 1973, so you bet it knows a thing or two about the famed local dish Patronized by not only the residents in Sembawang but also the hungry soldiers from the various camps nearby.
Location: 447 Sembawang Rd, Singapore 758404
Hours: 5 PM to 7 AM. Opens daily
9. Nasi Lemak Kukus
Free flow of rice and spicy sambal is probably the first thing you should notice while you’re at it here! Serving up traditional nasi lemak amidst dangly lights strewn across the ceiling and giving that primary school canteen feels, Nasi Lemak Kukus executes a hipster vibe where if you want extra chicken wing you’ll have to get it yourself, that’s hipster for you!
Location: #01-1407, Toa Payoh Industrial Park, Block 1002, Singapore 319074
Hours:Â 9.30 AM to 8 PM. Closed On Sunday
10. Mount Faber Nasi Lemak
This is probably the best Nasi Lemak spot for the supper cravings! It’s opened until 4:30 am daily, it definitely makes the perfect supper spot in Singapore. Mount Faber Nasi Lemak offers over 40 different favourite Asian ingredients to pair it with your Nasi Lemak. From the typical Fried Chicken Wings to Sweet & Sour Pork and Mutton Rendang, all placed in the large metal trays for you to pick for your Nasi Lemak!
Location: 47 Kreta Ayer Rd, Singapore 089006
Hours:Â Mon – Fri: 11:30am to 4:30am; Sat & Sun: 3:30pm to 4:30am
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