“What to eat ah?” — A common refrain uttered by almost every working professional at lunch time.
Well, you can easily find the answer at SAFRA. Decked with a comprehensive list of F&B establishments, SAFRA clubhouses dish out a plethora of diverse food options, from classic Indian cuisine and Western food to Thai hotpot.
But food is not all that SAFRA has to offer. Perhaps you’re not particularly hungry, and prefer to use your lunch break to get your workout in, or even indulge in some me-time pampering. Read on for our list of recommended makan spots at SAFRA, as well as some suggestions to spend a productive or relaxing lunch hour!
Makan time!
Sakunthala’s Restaurant
From being the first Indian restaurant to develop an Indian-Chinese fusion menu in 2000, to being the first to adopt a drive-through concept in 2018, Sakunthala’s Restaurant has grown to six eateries spread across Singapore, with one in SAFRA Mount Faber.
Sakunthala’s set meals are a must-try! Starting from just $8 per set, they include a generous portion of your chosen protein – choose from dishes such as Chicken Tikka Masala, Mutton Mysore, Curry Fish and more – plain rice, and a selection of vegetables, sides and curry gravy.
SAFRA members enjoy 10% off the total bill; more info at safra.sg/amenities-offerings/sakunthala’s-restaurant
SAFRA Mount Faber: 2 Telok Blangah Way, #01-07, Singapore 098803
Operating Hours: 10.30am to 10pm daily
Suki–Suki Thai Hot Pot
At halal-certified Suki-Suki Thai Hot Pot, choose from a unique selection of soup bases including Clear or Red Tom Yum, Khao Soi and Sweet Basil Chicken, which encapsulate the iconic Thai flavours of sweet, sour, and savoury. At just $19.90++ for their lunch buffet, feast to your heart’s content on 40 ingredients including fresh seafood, meats, veggies, and even seasonal fruits and desserts to end your meal.
Interestingly, Suku-Suki steers away from the usual range of dipping sauces, instead opting for Thai-Japanese inspired creations such as Jaew (Thai Barbeque), Seafood and Sukiyaki. There’s no better way to bond over food than with a good ol’ hotpot, so put away the work talk and dig in!
SAFRA members enjoy 15% off the total bill; more info at safra.sg/amenities-offerings/suki-suki-thai-hot-pot
SAFRA Toa Payoh: 293 Lor 6 Toa Payoh, #01-04, Singapore 319387
Operating Hours: 11.30am to 3pm and 6pm to 10pm from Mondays to Thursdays, 11.30am to 10pm from Fridays to Sundays
Venture further than Thailand and take your tastebuds around the world at these SAFRA outlets and partners.
Eatzi Gourmet Steakhouse & Bistro
The halal-certified sister restaurant chain of popular Western food stalwart Jack’s Place, Eatzi Gourmet Steakhouse & Bistro offers a wide array of value-for-money set lunches. Choose from hearty mains such as Chicken & Mushroom Alfredo Spaghetti, Grilled Barramundi with Apricot Basil Sauce, Seafood Baked Rice and more.
If you and your lunch buddies are feeling fancy, you can turn it up a notch with a juicy NZ Ribeye Steak, cooked to your personal preference and served with their signature baked potato and grilled veggies.
Find out more at safra.sg/amenities-offerings/eatzi-steakhouse-bistro
SAFRA Yishun: 60 Yishun Ave 4, #01-01, Singapore 769027
Operating Hours: 11am to 10pm daily
Lunchtime workout
Onyx Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
How about relieving some of your work stress with a good (but harmless) punch-up? Onyx MAA has a diverse catalogue of classes under its belt, from the likes of boxing and physical conditioning classes, to more challenging variants such as Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. And with its new state-of-the-art studio at SAFRA Tampines, east-siders now have a more accessible location to practise mixed martial arts.
Find out more at safra.sg/amenities-offerings/onyx-mixed-martial-arts-(mma)
SAFRA Tampines: 1/A Tampines St 92, #02-06, Singapore 528882
Operating Hours: 7am to 10pm from Mondays to Fridays, 8am to 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Closed on Wednesdays
SAFRA Yishun: 60 Yishun Ave 4, Level 2 (beside EnergyOne Gym), Singapore 769027
Operating Hours: 7am to 10am and 6pm to 9pm from Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 1pm on Saturdays
Quick afternoon recreation
HaveFun Karaoke
Having expanded from one outlet to an impressive eight, HaveFun Karaoke has accumulated a database of over 450,000 songs in more than 12 different languages. Channel your inner songbird as you serenade your companions with mellifluous melodies, or parody some of the world’s cheesiest hits! (Rick Astley’s Never Gonna Give You Up comes to mind). An hour’s session for an exclusive room goes for $28, an especially affordable price if you share it with your colleagues!
Best part of all? You can accompany your session with a hearty mookata set which comes with a generous serving of pork belly. Enjoy lunch and live music (well, kind of) at the same time!
Find out more at safra.sg/amenities-offerings/havefun-karaoke
SAFRA Toa Payoh: 293 Lor 6 Toa Payoh, #02-06, Singapore 319387
Operating Hours: 11am to 12.30am from Sundays to Fridays, 11am to 1.30am on Saturdays and eve of Public Holidays
SAFRA Yishun Country Club: 60 Yishun Ave 4, #01-04/05/06, Singapore 769027
Operating Hours: 11am to 2.30am daily
Clique Gaming
With an entire nexus of virtual realms for you to choose from, you are spoiled for choice at Clique Gaming. Strategically maneuver the combat arena with your team in the likes of Dota 2 and Fortnight, or head back to the 1990s as you witness the collapse of the Wild Wild West in Red Dead Redemption. Clique Gaming carries a comprehensive catalogue of some of the world’s most popular video games, alongside high performing hardware, and immersive graphical enhancements. Squeeze in a quick solo gaming session during lunchtime, or fight it out with your work buddies/in-game teammates or opponents!
SAFRA members and affiliated members enjoy 15% off; more info at safra.sg/amenities-offerings/clique-gaming
SAFRA Jurong: 333 Boon Lay Way, #2B-02, Singapore 649848
Operating Hours: 11am to 3am daily
SAFRA Tampines: 1/A Tampines St 92, #01-00A, Singapore 528882
Operating Hours: 11am to 1am on Mondays to Thursdays, 9am to 3am on Friday and Saturdays, 9am to 1am on Sundays and Public Holidays
Find out why SAFRA Jurong has something for everyone in the family.
Unwind and relax
The Spa by The Ultimate
The Spa by The Ultimate excels in skin wellness, with entire packages dedicated to face rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments. They also have the typical massages you would expect of a day spa, such as aromatherapy and Swedish rub-downs. Most of their treatments lasts from an hour to 90 minutes, so you can easily fit in an appointment during lunch.
SAFRA members and affiliated members enjoy 10% off; more info at safra.sg/lifestyle/the-spa-by-the-ultimate
SAFRA Punggol: 9 Sentul Crescent, #04-05, Singapore 828654
Operating Hours: 11am to 9pm daily
Masego, The Safari Spa
Dubbed as the “first and only safari-themed spa in Singapore”, this lifestyle and wellness establishment sticks true to its naturalistic theme, with 14 canopied tents and safari-inspired elements to capture the spirit of the great savannah.
This “wild” experience is accompanied by unique treatments such as its Mud Moxibustion Therapeutic package, or body sculpting massages (performed using a traditional bamboo stick!). If you’re looking for something more well-rounded, you can consider its 5-in-1 Therapy (a body massage that covers your head, shoulders, neck and back) or its 5 Elements Back Body Therapy.
Find out more at safra.sg/lifestyle/masego-the-safari-spa
SAFRA Jurong: 333 Boon Lay Way, Level 4, Singapore 649848
Operating Hours: 11am to 9pm from Mondays to Fridays, 11am to 8pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays
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