The Best Singapore Food Tour in 3 Days Like a Local

Day 1: Enjoy Unique Zi Char Cuisine

‘Playing’ as a native Singaporean, you shouldn’t ignore these unique Zi char dishes.

Derived from Fujian province, China, Zi means “to cook” and char means “to fry”, which refers to traditional dishes influenced by Chinese cooking styles at home. Particularly, Zi char meals will also be more suitable for large groups of 4 people or more.

You can refer to the 4 addresses below when taking a Singapore food tour for the first time and want to experience this unique culinary culture.

Lam’s Garden

From the space to the taste at Lam’s Garden, you will feel like you are in a miniature China in the heart of Singapore. The menu includes Chinese dishes but was slightly modified by Chef Lam, a restaurant owner and chef with more than 20 years of experience, to better suit the general taste.

The space of the restaurant is not too spacious and the number of visitors is quite crowded on weekends, so you may have to wait. Besides, diners also need to pay attention to the number of servings here to order accordingly.

• Must-try dishes: Twin Tower Crispy Noodles, Curry Fish Head.

Zhenyi Veggie Place

Zhenyi Veggie Place is the ideal stop for diners who want to refresh their taste. This is a restaurant specializing in serving vegetarian dishes in the style of Zi char.

With seemingly familiar dishes but modified from vegan ingredients, fresh and new processing will definitely bring a great experience for this trip to Singapore.

• Must-try dishes: Ginger Duck, Sweet & Sour Pork, Bak Kut Teh, Veggie Prawn Cereal.

Two Chefs Eating Place

True to the self-introduction of “a place serving high-class dishes at the lowest prices”, the restaurant impresses diners with a new and very creative menu.

Two Chefs Eating Place has 2 branches in Singapore. The capacity of both places is not too large. So, if you visit on the weekend, you may have to wait for a long time, especially with the typical dishes of the restaurant

• Must-try dishes: Butter Pork Ribs with Milk Powder, Drunken Cockles.

Hualong Fishhead Steamboat

This is the address that is considered to have more unique and impressive Zi char dishes than the common ground. However, some typical dishes of Hualong diners must order a day in advance for the restaurant to prepare.

The dishes here are divided into 3 different sizes, which are suitable for many groups of customers. If you come here for the first time, you can consult the staff to choose accordingly.

• Must-try dishes: Charcoal Fish Head Steamboat, Crispy Salted Egg Calamari.

Day 2: Explore Street Food Culture

Well-known for its diversity of dishes, Singapore caters to foodies of all tastes and budgets. On the second day of your Singapore food tour like a local, street food is a suitable suggestion. In particular, the food court that gathers many restaurants at affordable prices is an ideal stop for visitors to the lion island nation.

Enjoying traditional Peruvian cuisine in a colorful space with cheerful salsa music at Canchita will surely be an impressive experience during your trip to Singapore.

The dishes here are handled by Peruvian chef Daniel Chavez. Therefore, you will feel most clearly the taste of Peruvian cuisine. Besides, the dishes here are also carefully decorated, satisfying the “look” of the diners.

• Must-try dishes: Tacos, Sudado Amarillito, Arroz Con Pato.

Bakalaki – Greek Cuisine

Bakalaki is favored by locals as the place that serves the best Greek food in the city. The diverse menu is a plus for diners who want to explore and enjoy Mediterranean dishes. Besides, the luxurious space, bringing a comfortable feeling when dining is also an advantage of Bakalaki.

• Must-try dishes: Tzaziki, Melitzmosalata Agioritiki, Spalobrizola Me Kokalo.

Dumplings.RU – Russian & Ukrainian Cuisine

This is a restaurant run by a Russian couple living in Singapore for more than 16 years. There are not many places serving traditional Russian food in the island nation, so Dumplings.RU is always the first choice if diners want to experience this cuisine.

Also, the atmosphere here is considered to be cozy and very comfortable. It really creates a familiar feeling of being at home with many customers.

• Food to try: Combo 12 Dumplings with different fillings.

Miznon – Israeli Cuisine

Miznon is the restaurant chain of the famous Israeli chef Eyal Shani and has been present in many countries. Indeed, Singapore is the restaurant chain’s first stop in Asia.

Since its opening, Miznon has always attracted the attention of many locals and tourists. The dishes here all have their own unique flavors, creating their own impressions in the hearts of diners.

• Must-try dishes: Pita, Saq De Coq, Ratatouille.