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The Best Peranakan Restaurants in Singapore

From the iconic Ayam Buah Keluak to other classics like Babi Pongteh and Chap Chye, discover the best Peranakan food in Singapore. Find the top Peranakan restaurants that serve true-blue, authentic Nyonya dishes or contemporary takes on Peranakan cuisine.

Last Updated on 12 Dec 2024 • By Jeleen Rondon
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  • $$$$$
  • City Hall
  • Peranakan
Get an authentic taste of Peranakan cuisine at the historic National Gallery. Dine on familiar Peranakan favourites like Buah Keluak Ayam and Kuay Pie Tee with a scenic veranda.
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  • $$$$$
  • Orchard
  • Peranakan
This highly-acclaimed restaurant serves up an exquisite take on Peranakan classics, from Kuay Pie Tee to Dry Laksa. Dine at this elegant spot after a long day of shopping.
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  • $$$$$
  • City Hall
  • Fusion
This authentic Peranakan restaurant adds a contemporary twist to the classics. Enjoy dishes like Pulut Hitam Panna Cotta, Godmama Nasi Ulam, and Sambal Udang. They also serve Peranakan-inspired cocktails.
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  • $$$$$
  • City Hall
  • Peranakan
Set up by a well-respected chef on Armenian Street, this charming spot is nestled in a heritage space and serves authentic Peranakan cuisine. Enjoy classics like Ayam Pongteh and Chap Chye.
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  • $$$$$
  • Somerset
  • Local
Spices Cafe has a truly bountiful buffet spread of local and Peranakan classics, like Kueh Pie Tee, Apong Bok Kuah, and Nonya Laksa. Load up your plate with servings of SG Chilli Crab and Black Pepper Crab.
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  • $$$$$
  • Telok Ayer
  • Peranakan
Discover a modern yet comforting take on traditional Nonya dishes like Sambal Lava Eggs, Pongteh Duck Linguine, and Chilli Beef Rendang Fries. Sip on their specially crafted cocktails like Sop Story.
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  • $$$$$
  • Esplanade
  • Peranakan
Taste the heritage at Singapore's oldest Nyonya restaurant, priding itself on authenticity and fresh ingredients. Dine ala-carte on Peranakan classics or treat yourself to a Peranakan buffet.
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  • $$$$$
  • Farrer Park
  • Peranakan
This casual and cosy spot serves up authentic Peranakan dishes and good service. Dine on classics like Itek Tim, Babi Pongtay, Ayam Buah Keluak, and more!
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  • $$$$$
  • Katong
  • Peranakan
Surrounded by colourful Peranakan-accented buildings, this halal-certified spot serves fusion Peranakan cuisine, buffet and ala-carte style. Enjoy dishes like Ayam Buah Keluak, Nyonya Laksa, & Nyonya Platter.
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  • $$$$$
  • Clarke Quay
  • Peranakan
Ellenborough Market Cafe serves up both Peranakan and local fare in its delectable buffet spread. Discover Nonya favourites such as Babi Tau Yu, Nonya Chap Chye, and their renowned Durian Pengat.
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  • $$$$$
  • Robertson Quay
  • Peranakan
Ellenborough Market Cafe serves up both Peranakan and local fare in its delectable buffet spread. Discover Nonya favourites such as Babi Tau Yu, Nonya Chap Chye, and their renowned Durian Pengat.
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  • $$$$$
  • Telok Ayer
  • Peranakan
Built with secret recipes handed down through the generations, this authentic Peranakan restaurant serves up dishes like Curry Fish Head, Ngoh Hiang, and Crab Foo Young.
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  • $$$$$
  • Marine Parade
  • Peranakan
One of the top 11 best Peranakan restaurants in Singapore, this spot honours their Godmama's treasured recipes. Enjoy signature dishes like Godmama’s Crayfish Nyonya Yellow Mee and Babi Assam.
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  • $$$$$
  • Queenstown
  • Chinese
Discover an affordable yet authentic Peranakan buffet spread in the heart of NUS, serving up classics like Gula Melaka Assam Prawns, Babi Ponteh, and Ayam Buah Keluak.
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  • $$$$$
  • Somerset
  • Bar
Tucked away on Emerald Hill Road, this lively spot blends Nyonya flavours into their cocktails. They also serve Peranakan and local-inspired bar bites that pair perfectly for a fun night out.
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A trip into the past
Taste both the culture and history in the traditional, age-old flavours and aromas of Peranakan food, which stem from a fusion of Chinese, Malay, Indonesian, Nonya cuisines, and more. And what better than to savour Peranakan food in Singapore – the melting pot of all these cuisines combined? It might seem that a Peranakan restaurant is hard to come by, so we’ve rounded up the top Peranakan restaurants for you to have a taste of the best Peranakan food Singapore has to offer.

More than just Peranakan food
From Peranakan restaurants helmed by the respected Chef Violet Oon to delightful Peranakan buffet spreads, there is certainly no shortage of some of the most authentic Peranakan food Singapore has ever known. More than that, it seems that each Peranakan restaurant makes it their mission to introduce Peranakan culture and heritage to its customers through all aspects, from the very Peranakan food you came for to the restaurant’s ambience, interior, and people. So expect not only to step into each Peranakan restaurant for a taste of the finest Peranakan food, but also the rich Peranakan culture.

The best way to enjoy dining at a Peranakan restaurant
Found the perfect Peranakan restaurant for you? Book a table at any of these Peranakan restaurants using the Chope app and be rewarded with 100 Chope-Dollars for every reservation made! This way, you can be sure to skip the queue and jump right into the business of relishing every bite of Peranakan food served to your table. Maybe this could be the final 100 Chope-Dollars you need to redeem amazing dining vouchers and more on ChopePerks! Ready to feast on the best Peranakan food? Make your reservation with Chope today!

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