With the relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions in Singapore since 29 March, masks are optional outdoors and social gatherings can now have up to 10 people. After two years, yes, family and friend groups of up to 10 can finally hang out together again!
Looking for food places to accommodate your now larger group? Here are some recommendations that will appease your hungry bellies!
Rasa Istimewa Restaurant
The Rasa Istimewa Restaurant has got your back if you guys are craving local food. From Asian dishes such as chilli crab, hor fun, seafood tofu and more, this restaurant is a paradise for 10- people groups who love local food. Their large variety of different foods will definitely appeal to everybody’s different tastebuds.
Furthermore, their food is halal and the SAFRA Jurong outlet comes with a specially designed Prayer Room, making this the perfect place to gather with your Muslim friends, especially during the month of Ramadan.
SAFRA members enjoy 10% SAFRA discount off the subtotal bill, which can be stacked with the 3% discount for Senior Citizens from Mondays to Thursdays (Public Holidays excluded) during lunchtime dine-in (12pm – 3.30pm)
333 Boon Lay Way #2B-01, SAFRA Jurong
More info at www.safra.sg/amenities-offerings/rasa-istimewa-restaurant
Old Habits Boutique and Cafe
Situated at SAFRA Mount Faber, Old Habits is part family restaurant, part vintage boutique. The restaurant’s interior and food are perfect to add a pop of rustic style to your Instagram feeds. To add to their quirkiness, Old Habits tries to incorporate local flavours into their soul-nourishing fusion food.
You can either choose to dine at the restaurant itself or takeaway your food to the great outdoors. The restaurant is a 10-minute walk from Henderson Waves, a wide and spacious bridge that overlooks the canopy and the ideal place to watch the sunset with the people you love. Alternatively, you can picnic at any other gazebo at Mount Faber with the food you ordered from Old Habits. This restaurant is definitely a versatile choice and either way, the vibes are immaculate.
SAFRA members receive 10% off all food and drinks
2 Telok Blangah Way, Mt Faber, #01-04, SAFRA Mount Faber
More info at www.safra.sg/amenities-offerings/old-habits
Wheelers Estate
Wheelers Estate is a creative venue that doesn’t just serve food, but comprises seven components – Restaurant, Alfresco, Bar, Events, Entertainment, Picnic and Cycling. This place has something for everyone and is the perfect escape from the busy schedules that have consumed our lives.
Sample the abundance of European food that the restaurant has to offer or head out to the lawn and have a picnic – the choice is entirely up to you. Built and designed to be a spacious, communal space, the heritage building is an interesting place to explore with your friends, where you can soak up the building’s rich history.
SAFRA members and Servicemen 11B enjoy 10% off the total bill
2 Park Lane
More info at www.safra.sg/promotions/safra-and-servicemen-11b/WheelersEstate
Good Bites
Located at Bishan Sports Hall, this cosy restaurant offers a homely atmosphere that will appeal to all. It offers fusion cuisines such as Western and Thai at affordable prices. You and your group can choose between sitting in the minimalist-style indoors or beautifully designed outdoors, accompanied by an Instagrammable wall and fairy lights. While this cafe is perfect for any meal of the day, the cafe is especially pretty at night and is open until 5am! Drop in at this underrated establishment for a late night snack without fear of being kicked out.
5 Bishan Street 14, #03-01
More info at www.goodbites.com.sg
Muthu’s Curry (Race Course Road)
Situated among the many authentic Indian eateries in the heart of Little India, Muthu’s Curry is a spacious place, perfect for groups of 10 to enjoy Indian food to their heart’s content. The restaurant is known for their scrumptious banana leaf meals and is one of the most popular destinations in Singapore for fish head curry.
Feast on affordable Indian cuisine in a bright and comfortable setting, the ideal place for you and your friends to catch up.
138 Race Course Road, #01-01
More info at www.muthuscurry.com
Bonus: SAFRA BBQ Pits
The relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions means that all outdoor barbecue pits are reopened, including the ones at SAFRA. Barbecue pits are available for booking at SAFRA clubhouses such as SAFRA Jurong, SAFRA Mount Faber, SAFRA Tampines, SAFRA Toa Payoh and SAFRA Yishun.
Spare yourself the hassle of preparation by ordering a barbecue package. EZBBQ offers not only halal packages, they also have a wide array of value options, especially if you’re using the barbecue pits as a group of 10.
Book a BBQ pit at SAFRA here: www.safra.sg/amenities-offerings/barbeque-pits
More info on barbecue packages at www.ezbbq.com.sg
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