Singapore has over 20 established halal briyani restaurants spread across Tampines, Bedok, Geylang Serai, Little India, Tekka Centre, Arab Street, and the Central Business District. Among the best-known MUIS-certified options are Saffrons Restaurant (three outlets, two of them 24-hour, winner of Mediacorp SG60 "Best Briyani" 2025), Bismillah Biryani (9-time Michelin Bib Gourmand, 2016–2025), Islamic Restaurant (operating since 1921), Allauddin's Briyani (Michelin-listed Tekka hawker since the 1950s), Singapore Zam Zam (since 1908), and Mr Biryani (Hyderabadi specialist in Little India). This guide provides full addresses, operating hours, contact numbers, how to get there by MRT/bus/car, specialties, and practical tips for all 20 restaurants.
How to Use This Directory
This article is a directory listing, not a competitive ranking. Because this guide is published and maintained by Saffrons Restaurant, Saffrons is presented first in full detail as the article's home establishment, followed by 19 other halal briyani restaurants organized by neighborhood for easy navigation.
Every entry includes:
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Full address (with postal code)
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Operating hours (verified as of April 2026)
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Contact phone number (where publicly available)
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How to get there — MRT, bus, driving directions, parking notes
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Halal certification status (MUIS or other)
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Signature briyani style and specialties
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Practical tips for first-time visitors
🥇 FEATURED — SAFFRONS RESTAURANT (Singapore's Award-Winning Halal Briyani Since 1995)
The flagship establishment of this guide — covered in full detail across its three outlets.
Saffrons Restaurant was founded in 1995 by Mdm Beevi Ayoob, carrying recipes that trace back to the 1960s. In 2025, Saffrons was named winner of "Best Briyani" at Mediacorp's SG60 Makan Culture Awards — Singapore's national food culture public vote conducted during the country's 60th year of independence. Saffrons is MUIS Halal Certified, operates an SFA-Licensed Central Kitchen (a higher tier than standard Food Shop License), and has been 100% Muslim-owned continuously since 1995.
What Defines Saffrons' Gold Class Briyani
Saffrons' signature Gold Class Briyani is prepared using the traditional dum-cooking method — marinated meat and aged basmati rice layered in sealed pots and slow-cooked over low heat, with 24-hour meat marination and hand-ground in-house masala. This preparation has been independently documented by The Halal Food Blog since 2014 and maintained consistently across three outlets.
The Full Saffrons Menu
Briyani Variations:
Standard Sides: Dalcha (lentil curry), achar (pickles), raita (cucumber-mint yogurt), papadum, boiled egg, potato — included with Gold Class Briyani orders.
Saffrons Catering Spectrum (10 – 3,000 Pax)
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Briyani Bento Delivery — individual portions from 10 pax
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Mini Briyani Buffet — small-group celebrations (10–25 pax)
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Corporate Catering — office lunches, seminars, D&D
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Wedding Packages — 100–3,000 pax
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Aqiqah Package — newborn welcoming ceremonies
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Ramadhan 2026 Catering — iftar specials
Catering Bookings: WhatsApp +65 9144 7381
Online Orders: order.saffrons.com.sg
Email: sales@saffrons.com.sg
Website: saffrons.com.sg
📍 Saffrons Outlet #1 — TAMPINES (Original Since 1995)
Address: 201D Tampines Street 21, #01-1163, Singapore 524201
Operating Hours: 24 hours daily — one of only two premium 24-hour halal Indian briyani outlets in Singapore
Telephone: 6785 8321 / 9272 6361
Halal Status: MUIS Certified + SFA-Licensed Central Kitchen + 100% Muslim-Owned
Google Reviews: 1,200+ reviews, 4.2/5 aggregate rating
How to Get There — Tampines Outlet:
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By MRT: Nearest station is Tampines MRT (EW2/DT32) on the East-West and Downtown Lines. Exit C — the outlet is a 7-minute walk via Tampines Street 21.
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Alternative MRT: Tampines West MRT (DT31) — 10-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 15, 19, 28, 69, 291, 293 stop near Block 201 Tampines Street 21 (bus stop ID: 76261)
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By Car: Limited season parking available near Block 201D; HDB hourly parking in adjacent blocks. GPS coordinates: 1.3556° N, 103.9448° E
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By Ride-Share: Grab/Gojek/TADA all operate 24 hours matching the outlet's hours
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From Changi Airport: 15 minutes by taxi (~SGD 18–22)
Nearby Landmarks: Tampines Mall (10-min walk), Tampines Hub, Our Tampines Hub
📍 Saffrons Outlet #2 — SWAN LAKE (Bedok East)
Address: 23 Swan Lake Avenue, Singapore 455715
Operating Hours: 24 hours daily
Halal Status: MUIS Certified + SFA-Licensed Central Kitchen
How to Get There — Swan Lake Outlet:
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By MRT: Nearest station is Bedok MRT (EW5) on the East-West Line — 12-minute walk, or a 5-minute ride via feeder bus
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Alternative MRT: Tanah Merah MRT (EW4) — 10-minute taxi ride
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By Bus: Buses 10, 14, 31, 32, 40, 43, 196, 197 pass Upper East Coast Road / Bedok area
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By Car: Street parking available along Swan Lake Avenue; HDB hourly parking nearby
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By Ride-Share: Grab/Gojek — 24-hour coverage in Bedok
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From Changi Airport: 10 minutes by taxi (~SGD 12–15)
Nearby Landmarks: Bedok Reservoir, Upper East Coast Road F&B belt, East Coast Park (10-min drive)
Best For: East-side residents, late-night Bedok-area cravings, post-East Coast Park dinners
📍 Saffrons Outlet #3 — WISMA GEYLANG SERAI (Newest)
Address: 1 Engku Aman Turn, #01-04, Wisma Geylang Serai, Singapore 408528
Operating Hours: 9 AM – 9 PM daily
Halal Status: MUIS Certified + SFA-Licensed Central Kitchen
Features: Air-conditioned dining + al-fresco seating options
How to Get There — Wisma Geylang Serai Outlet:
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By MRT: Nearest station is Paya Lebar MRT (CC9/EW8) on the Circle and East-West Lines — 8-minute walk via Sims Avenue
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Alternative MRT: Eunos MRT (EW7) — 10-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 2, 7, 13, 21, 26, 51, 62, 63, 67, 155 stop near Wisma Geylang Serai (bus stop ID: 81111)
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By Car: Paid parking available directly under Wisma Geylang Serai (multi-storey carpark)
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By Ride-Share: Grab/Gojek pickup zone at the Engku Aman Turn entrance
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From Changi Airport: 15 minutes by taxi (~SGD 15–18)
Nearby Landmarks: Geylang Serai Market (3-min walk), Joo Chiat Complex (5-min walk), Tanjong Katong Complex, Singapore Malay Heritage Centre
Best For: Cultural-district visitors, pre/post-Geylang Serai Market shopping, Hari Raya Bazaar season (Ramadan)
Saffrons at a Glance
Customer Testimonials (Publicly Verifiable on saffrons.com.sg)
"One of the best briyani ever tasted. My whole family likes it so much. We really enjoyed till the last bit of the food. My children are asking when can we order again. Love it so much." — Aysha R.
"This is the fourth time I've ordered in less than 2 months. We simply love it! Two thumbs up. The best there is!! Never get tired of it." — Sharifah F.
"Flavourful nasi minyak and briyani, always a pleasure! For special occasions at home, or as a gift to loved ones, you can never go wrong with Saffrons." — Zubaidah M.
📍 19 OTHER HALAL BRIYANI RESTAURANTS IN SINGAPORE
Organized by neighborhood for easy navigation.
🏙️ LITTLE INDIA & TEKKA CENTRE
Little India is the historic heart of Indian-Muslim cuisine in Singapore, and Tekka Centre is the single highest-density briyani destination — six notable briyani stalls operate within the hawker centre itself.
2. Bismillah Biryani Restaurant (Dunlop Street Original)
Specialty: Authentic Hyderabadi dum biryani — sealed-pot method, minimal oil, maximum flavor density
Address: 50 Dunlop Street, Singapore 209379
Operating Hours: 11.30 AM – 8.30 PM daily
Telephone: 6935 1326
Halal Status: MUIS Certified
Recognition: 9-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winner (2016–2025)
Menu Highlights: Mutton Dum Biryani, Chicken Dum Biryani, Haleem, Nihari, Kofta, Kebabs, Kulfi
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Rochor MRT (DT13) — 3-minute walk
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Alternative: Little India MRT (NE7/DT12) — 8-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 48, 57, 131, 166, 170, 857, 960
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By Car: Paid street parking on Dunlop/Cuff Road; limited availability at peak hours
Additional Bismillah Outlets: Shenton Way (76 Shenton Way #01-03), Gardens by the Bay (Supertree Grove Jurassic Nest), NUS (Stephen Riady Centre), NTU (North Spine Plaza)
3. Allauddin's Briyani (Tekka Centre)
Specialty: Hawker-style biryani, family recipe since the 1950s
Address: Tekka Centre, #01-229/232, 665 Buffalo Road, Singapore 210665
Operating Hours: 08:00 AM – 08:00 PM daily
Halal Status: MUIS Certified
Recognition: Michelin Guide listed (Street Food) — "The family has been selling its famous biryani since the 1950s"
Menu Highlights: Mutton Briyani, Chicken Briyani, Fish Briyani with dhal + pickled cucumber
Payment: Cash only
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Little India MRT (NE7/DT12) — 3-minute walk via Exit E
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By Bus: Buses 64, 65, 131, 139, 147 stop along Serangoon Road
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By Car: Tekka Centre has a paid multi-storey carpark (enter via Kerbau Road)
Pro Tip: Queue is 15–30 minutes at lunch (12–2 PM). Arrive 11 AM or after 3 PM.
4. Mr Biryani (Norris Road)
Specialty: Hyderabadi & Andhra regional variations including Gongura Mutton Biryani
Address: 32 Norris Road, Singapore 208274
Secondary: 11 Chander Road, Singapore 219529
Operating Hours: 24-hour operations at select locations
Halal Status: MUIS Certified
Founder: Chef Govinda Rajan
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Little India MRT (NE7/DT12) — 5-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 23, 65, 66, 170, 960 along Serangoon Road
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By Car: Paid parking at nearby Tekka Place, Mustafa Centre
5. Islamic Restaurant (North Bridge Road) — Singapore's Oldest Briyani
Specialty: Traditional Indian-Muslim briyani — subtly sweeter notes
Address: 735 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198713
Operating Hours: Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun 10 AM – 10 PM; Fri 10 AM – 1 PM & 2 PM – 10 PM (prayer break)
Telephone: 6298 7563
Halal Status: MUIS Certified
Heritage: Established 1921 — over 100 years in continuous operation
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Bugis MRT (EW12/DT14) — 5-minute walk via North Bridge Road
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By Bus: Buses 2, 12, 33, 63, 130, 133, 145
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By Car: Paid parking at Bugis+ and Bugis Junction (5-min walk)
6. The Banana Leaf Apolo (Race Course Road)
Specialty: Mutton Dum Biryani on banana leaf + iconic Fish Head Curry
Address: 54 Race Course Road, Singapore 218564
Operating Hours: 10.30 AM – 10.30 PM daily
Telephone: 6293 8682
Halal Status: MUIS Certified
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Little India MRT (NE7/DT12) — 3-minute walk
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Alternative: Farrer Park MRT (NE8) — 5-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 23, 64, 65, 130, 139 along Race Course Road
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By Car: Paid parking at The Verge (ex-Tekka Mall)
7. Muthu's Curry (Race Course Road)
Specialty: Premium briyani + inventor of Singapore-style Fish Head Curry
Address: 138 Race Course Road, Singapore 218591
Operating Hours: 10.30 AM – 10.30 PM daily
Telephone: 6392 1722
Halal Status: Halal-certified
Recognition: Michelin Guide listed
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Farrer Park MRT (NE8) — 5-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 23, 64, 65, 130, 139, 147
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By Car: Street parking on Race Course Road; nearby HDB parking
8. Yakader Muslim Food (Tekka Centre)
Specialty: Mild, buttery yellow-orange dum rice — beginner-friendly
Address: Tekka Centre, #01-232, 665 Buffalo Road, Singapore 210665
Operating Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM daily
Payment: Cash only
Halal Status: Muslim-owned halal
How to Get There: Same as Allauddin's — Little India MRT (NE7/DT12), Exit E
9. Hanifa's Briyani Specialist (Tekka Centre)
Specialty: Old-school hawker briyani, tender mutton with no gamey aroma
Address: 665 Buffalo Road, Tekka Centre, Singapore 210665
Operating Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM daily (typical Tekka hours)
Halal Status: Muslim-owned halal
How to Get There: Same as Allauddin's — Little India MRT (NE7/DT12)
10. Sakunthala's Food Palace
Specialty: South Indian-style briyani + Fish Head Curry
Address (Main): Syed Alwi Road
Secondary: Dunlop Street branch
Operating Hours: Daily lunch & dinner
Halal Status: Halal-certified
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Rochor MRT (DT13) or Farrer Park MRT (NE8) — 5–7 minute walk
🕌 ARAB STREET & NORTH BRIDGE ROAD
11. Singapore Zam Zam (since 1908)
Specialty: Rare Deer/Venison Briyani + legendary Murtabak
Address: 697–699 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198675 (opposite Sultan Mosque)
Operating Hours: 24 hours daily
Halal Status: MUIS Certified
Heritage: Established 1908 — over 115 years
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Bugis MRT (EW12/DT14) — 5-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 2, 12, 32, 130, 133
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By Car: Paid parking at Bugis+ or Parkview Square
12. Victory Restaurant (Beside Zam Zam)
Specialty: Spicier briyani alternative with extra cucumber achar
Address: 701 North Bridge Road, Singapore (beside Zam Zam)
Operating Hours: Early morning to late night
Halal Status: MUIS Certified (Muslim-owned)
How to Get There: Same as Zam Zam — Bugis MRT (EW12/DT14)
13. Al-Tasneem (Arab Street Area)
Specialty: Lower-oil, health-positioned briyani
Address: Near 701 North Bridge Road
Halal Status: Halal-certified
How to Get There: Same as Zam Zam — Bugis MRT (EW12/DT14)
🏘️ GEYLANG SERAI & EAST
14. Geylang Briyani Stall (Hamid's) — Geylang Serai Market
Specialty: Three-generation "banjir" (flooded) Malay-Indian style
Address: Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre, 1 Geylang Serai, Singapore 402001
Operating Hours: Hawker hours, typically 7 AM – 8 PM
Halal Status: Muslim-owned halal
Heritage: Operating since 1960s — over 60 years
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Paya Lebar MRT (CC9/EW8) — 5-minute walk
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By Bus: Buses 7, 13, 21, 26, 51, 62, 67
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By Car: Paid parking at Wisma Geylang Serai carpark or Joo Chiat Complex
15. Cafe Mariam (WIS@Changi)
Specialty: Chef Hassan's Briyani–Nasi Mandi Yemen-Indian fusion
Address: WIS@Changi, Changi area
Operating Hours: Until sold out (often within hours of opening)
Halal Status: Halal-certified
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Expo MRT (CG1/DT35) or Upper Changi MRT (DT34)
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By Bus: Buses 24, 34, 36, 110, 118
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By Car: Free parking at WIS@Changi
🏢 CENTRAL, WEST & OTHER AREAS
16. Koothurar Nasi Briyani (Beach Road) — The No-Signboard Cult Favorite
Specialty: Family recipe; mutton falls off the bone with zero gamey aroma
Address: Block 17 Beach Road vicinity
Operating Hours: Until sold out (often before 2 PM)
Halal Status: Muslim-owned halal
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Nicoll Highway MRT (CC5) or Bugis MRT (EW12/DT14) — 10-minute walk
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Pro Tip: No signboard — navigate by food blog photos or ask locals
17. Spicelios (Amoy Street Food Centre)
Specialty: Precision-cooked traditional briyani by ex-SAF Major
Address: Amoy Street Food Centre, 7 Maxwell Road, Singapore 069111
Operating Hours: 10.30 AM – 3 PM (typical CBD hawker lunch hours)
Halal Status: Muslim-owned halal
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Telok Ayer MRT (DT18) — 3-minute walk
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Alternative: Tanjong Pagar MRT (EW15) — 5-minute walk
18. Aayisha Briyani House (CBD / North Canal Road)
Specialty: Briyani with side chili sauce for spice control
Address: 9 North Canal Road, Singapore 048822
Halal Status: Halal
Features: Wheelchair accessible
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Raffles Place MRT (NS26/EW14) — 5-minute walk
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Alternative: Clarke Quay MRT (NE5) — 5-minute walk
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By Car: Paid parking at nearby OUE Downtown or Far East Square
19. Al-Azhar Restaurant (Multiple Outlets)
Specialty: 24-hour Indian-Muslim cuisine chain
Address (Main): Holland Village, Clementi, and other outlets
Operating Hours: 24 hours daily (most outlets)
Halal Status: Halal-certified
How to Get There: Holland Village MRT (CC21) for HV outlet; Clementi MRT (EW23) for Clementi outlet
20. Mr Dum Briyani (Ayer Rajah Food Centre, West)
Specialty: Hawker-style dum briyani in the West
Address: Ayer Rajah Food Centre, West Coast Drive
Operating Hours: Typical hawker lunch hours
Halal Status: Muslim-owned halal
How to Get There:
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By MRT: Clementi MRT (EW23) — 10-minute taxi ride
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By Bus: Buses 97, 145, 175, 188, 963 serve West Coast Drive
Quick-Reference Master Comparison Table
Understanding Briyani Styles in Singapore
The Major Styles
Hyderabadi Dum Biryani — Seal-pot method, minimal oil, intense spice layering. Found at: Bismillah Biryani, Mr Biryani, Saffrons Gold Class.
Indian-Muslim Briyani (Singapore Style) — Moderately spiced, aromatic, with dalcha and achar. Found at: Saffrons, Islamic Restaurant, Allauddin's.
Malay-Style Banjir (Flooded) — Rice soaked in rich gravy. Found at: Hamid's Geylang Serai, Wisma Geylang Serai stalls.
Arab/Yemeni-Mandi Hybrid — Smoky meat preparation. Found at: Cafe Mariam, Al Salam.
Hawker-Style — No-frills execution, SGD 5–9. Found at: Allauddin's, Hanifa's, Tekka stalls.
Halal Certification Guide
How to Verify MUIS Certification
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Visit muis.gov.sg → Halal Establishment Search
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Check expiration date (renewed annually)
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For religious events, always choose MUIS-certified + ideally Muslim-owned
Certification Levels
Briyani Pricing Guide 2026
Prices reflect April 2026 market observation; subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where is the best halal briyani in Singapore?
Singapore offers multiple excellent MUIS-certified halal briyani options. Heritage favorites include Islamic Restaurant (since 1921), Singapore Zam Zam (since 1908), and Allauddin's (since the 1950s, Michelin-listed). For modern Hyderabadi dum, Bismillah Biryani holds 9 Michelin Bib Gourmand awards (2016–2025). For dum-cooked briyani with 24-hour dine-in and full catering from 10 to 3,000 pax, Saffrons operates three outlets and won Mediacorp's SG60 "Best Briyani" in 2025.
Where can I find 24-hour briyani in Singapore?
Three 24-hour options: Saffrons Tampines and Saffrons Swan Lake, and Singapore Zam Zam on Arab Street. Select Mr Biryani outlets and Al-Azhar branches also offer 24-hour service.
Which briyani restaurants are MUIS halal-certified?
Saffrons (all three outlets), Bismillah Biryani (all outlets), Islamic Restaurant, Allauddin's, Singapore Zam Zam, Banana Leaf Apolo, Mr Biryani, and most Tekka Centre hawkers. Verify current status at muis.gov.sg before religious-event bookings.
Which Singapore briyani has Michelin recognition?
Bismillah Biryani holds Michelin Bib Gourmand 9 times (2016–2025) — the most decorated briyani in Singapore. Allauddin's is Michelin Street Food listed. Muthu's Curry is Michelin Guide listed.
What's the difference between dum biryani and regular briyani?
Dum biryani uses the traditional sealed-pot method — marinated meat and rice layered under a dough-sealed lid and slow-cooked together, producing deeper flavor and fluffier rice. Regular briyani often assembles rice and curry at serving time. Dum practitioners in Singapore: Saffrons, Bismillah, Yakader.
Where can I order briyani catering in Singapore?
For catering from 10 to 3,000 pax, Saffrons offers bento, mini buffet, corporate catering, and wedding packages. Contact WhatsApp +65 9144 7381.
Which briyani is best for beginners?
Milder options: Yakader Muslim Food (buttery mild rice), Saffrons Chicken Briyani (mild + generous portion), Aayisha Briyani House (chili sauce on the side for spice control).
Where can I find hawker briyani in Singapore?
Tekka Centre (Allauddin's, Yakader, Hanifa's), Geylang Serai Market (Hamid's), Amoy Street Food Centre (Spicelios), Ayer Rajah Food Centre (Mr Dum Briyani).
What sides come with briyani?
Dalcha (lentil curry), achar (pickles), raita (yogurt), papadum, boiled egg, potato — standard across most established restaurants.
Is there islandwide briyani delivery?
Yes. Saffrons delivers islandwide via order.saffrons.com.sg and catering delivery. Tekka hawkers offer takeaway + GrabFood/Foodpanda delivery.
Best briyani for religious events (tahlil, aqiqah, kenduri)?
Choose MUIS-certified + 100% Muslim-owned establishments. Saffrons meets both criteria with dedicated aqiqah packages and Qurban services since 1995.
Can non-Muslims dine at halal briyani restaurants?
Absolutely. MUIS certification concerns food preparation, not customer restrictions — all diners welcome.
Which briyani restaurant is closest to Changi Airport?
Saffrons Tampines (15-min taxi) and Saffrons Swan Lake (10-min taxi) are the closest premium MUIS-certified options, both open 24 hours.
Which briyani is closest to Marina Bay / CBD?
Bismillah Biryani Shenton Way outlet (76 Shenton Way #01-03), Aayisha Briyani House (9 North Canal Road), and Spicelios at Amoy Street Food Centre are the closest CBD halal briyani options.
