Miss going out to your favourite spot for a good meal? Don’t fret. These restaurants are here to save the day with their delivery services.
Working from home and social distancing have become a central theme in our lives these days and local F&B businesses have taken a huge hit ‘cos of it. While staying fit and healthy during the Covid-19 crisis is paramount, we all can lend a helping hand to our favourite eateries. No, we’re not talking about going on a gastronomical bender. You can show some love to our local restos by ordering your food in (you can even get an omakase delivered!). Yes, these restaurants offer delivery services, so let’s raise our cutleries and ride out the storm together!
Brunch and pastries
All Things Delicious
In need of sugary treats? All Things Delicious is your best bet – the bakery has just rolled out its new home delivery service. Dig into desserts like sea salt caramel brownies, gula melaka scones, and bread and butter pudding. Plus, these don’t come with a side of guilt as there’s no trans fat in the baked goods and the folks here only use organic unrefined sugar and free-range eggs.
All Things Delicious, order online, islandwide delivery except Sentosa, Jurong Island and military areas with restricted access.
FOC
All three outlets (Sentosa, Hongkong Street and Orchard) of FOC have entered the delivery fray. Aside from its palate-teasing Spanish tapas, you can also look forward to brekkie fare such as avo toast, eggs Benedict and scrambled eggs on toast, which can be topped with melt-in-your-mouth Iberico ham.
FOC Pim Pam, FOC Restaurant, FOC Sentosa, order online, islandwide delivery available.
Tiong Bahru Bakery
Kick start your day with Tiong Bahru Bakery. Nope, we’re not asking you to head out and brave the crowd for stellar French pastries. Instead, turn to your fave delivery services. For breakfast, try the signature croissant for light, flaky and buttery bites, or munch on the kouign amann if you’re looking for something sweet. For something more substantial, there are savoury croissants stuffed with roast beef or ham and cheese. Plus, you can earn good karma points by ordering a treat for someone you care for through the brand’s Help A Neighbour initiative.
Tiong Bahru Bakery, order via GrabFood, Deliveroo or foodpanda.
Bacha Coffee
In need of a luxurious cuppa? Bacha Coffee brings its brews (there are over 200 options) right to your doorstep. Our choice picks would have to be Sidamo Mountain Coffee or 1910 Coffee, which boasts hints of strawberry. Enjoy free delivery for orders above $50.
Bacha Coffee, order via [email protected], islandwide delivery available.
Park Bench Deli
Imagine this: Waking up hungover on a sunny Saturday morning and you’re craving for something greasy… Well, instead of ordering a certain sausage muffin, get your fill with Park Bench Deli’s OTT sammies. Yes, let’s thank the islandwide delivery gods. With just a few clicks, you can sink your teeth into the Straight Up Egg, Crispy Hot Chicken or the classic PB&J sandwich.
Park Bench Deli, order online, islandwide delivery.
Plant-based fare
VeganBurg
VeganBurg is the world’s first 100% plant-based burger joint established in 2010 – yes, way before the variety of vegan fare you can find today. Not only do these burgers taste scrumptious, but they’re also super Instagram-worthy. Give the Hawaiian Teriyaki, Smoky BBQ or Mustang Relish a try from the comfort of your couch.
VeganBurg, order via GrabFood and Deliveroo.
Boneless Kitchen
The team behind this restaurant pushed the boundaries of Korean cuisine, which heavily features beef and pork, by creating vegetarian versions of dishes like kimchi soup and army stew. Don’t miss out on the handmade kimchi mandu, which comes with over 15 ingredients – a flavour bomb waiting to happen when you pop one in your mouth.
Boneless Kitchen, order online, islandwide delivery.
Meats and seafood galore
Black Marble
Specialising in grilled food, chef Otto’s restaurant will satisfy your lust for tasty meats and seafood. Top picks include dry-aged Angus ribeye, grilled lamb rack and the fresh ocean platter, which features Boston lobster tail, Tasmanian mussels, tiger prawn, octopus and salmon trout. If you’re feeling like it’s a treat yourself kinda day, make this your pick.
Black Marble, order via Foodpanda.
Oxwell & Co.
This permanent fixture of Ann Siang Hill has sorted out all our weekend brunch dilemmas. Presenting its new delivery service: Boxwell & Go. That’s right, you get to relish mouthwatering Sunday Roast dishes like roasted pork belly with crackling, whole roast chicken and roasted beef striploin with tempting trimmings like charred Brussels sprouts, roasted potatoes and baked cauliflower cheese. Just make sure your order is sent 24 hours ahead.
Oxwell & Co., order via WhatsApp at 9297 1994, islandwide delivery.
MeatSmith
Both its outlets (Little India and Telok Ayer) are here to bring you delicious smoked meats right at your doorstep. Having a meal with the fam? Go for the sharing packs that cater up to 10 pax and don’t forget mouthwatering burgers like pulled pork or beef marmalade. Or, take the spicy route with Indian-inspired BBQ from the Little India branch. Think tandoori chicken wings, veal brisket chapati and the glorious biryani pack that comes with Madras pork cheeks, butter chicken and beef seekh kebab.
MeatSmith, order online, islandwide delivery.
Burnt Ends
The food delivery scene is looking up with the entrance of the award-winning Burnt Ends. So you never managed to score a table at the popular restaurant? Fret not. Diners can now feast on a mouthwatering barrage of delightful meats cooked in scorching ovens (that go up to a crazy temp of over 700 degrees) – we’re looking at the A5 Saga Wagyu beef. Dreaming of enjoying the legendary pulled pork burger at home? It’s a gastronomical reality now.
Burnt Ends, order online.
Jumbo Seafood
Jumbo Seafood is here to satiate your seafood cravings. Forget about over-ordering and go for the newly rolled out bento boxes. Each set comes with dishes like de-shelled prawns (yes!), chicken glazed with tangerine honey, sliced salmon, stir-fried broccoli, and braised eggplants, plus with the option of egg fried rice or steamed rice.
Jumbo Seafood, order via foodpanda, GrabFood and Deliveroo.
Butcher Boy
This Asian-inspired grill has entered the restaurant delivery scene and we’re here for it. Spoil yourself by ordering baos stuffed with fried chicken and yuzu kosho mayo or bacon cheeseburger. Up the ante on your stay-home weekend by ordering from the Sunday Roast menu: Fantastic, melt-in-your-mouth roast beef, lamb rump, pork belly and classic sides like Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes.
Butcher Boy, order via Whatsapp at +65 8752 9578, islandwide delivery.
New Ubin Seafood
You’ll be glad to know that this iconic zi char joint does islandwide delivery. The menu spotlights perennial faves like prawn paste chicken wings, black angus ribeye, cereal butter prawns and chilli crab. What are you waiting for? A typical Singaporean dining affair awaits without leaving your crib.
New Ubin Seafood, order online, islandwide delivery.
Pince & Pints
While you’re shacked up at home, Pince & Pints is providing your favourite lobster fix on tap. Whether you like it steamed, grilled or in a roll, the convenient islandwide delivery will have you covered. Dining with the entire fambam? Pick the “feast for 6” option as it comes with an array of, you guessed it… lobster dishes, including the tempting lobster mac and cheese.
Pince & Pints, order online, islandwide delivery.
Lean and mean cuisine
Grain Traders
Grain Traders has always been about providing nourishing meals. And now, more than ever, we’re craving a warm bowl of healthy grains, topped with slow-cooked meat and leafy greens. Well, it might not have a full-on delivery service, but you can pick up your meals at various locations islandwide, from Novena to Holland Village to Katong. Order the signature sets good for four or pick and choose your favourite base, proteins, veggies and sauces.
Grain Traders, order via WhatsApp 9054 6104.
Joe and the Juice
Pair your home workouts with Joe and the Juice’s healthy juices like Green Shield, which features spinach, broccoli and kale, or Herb Tonic, a refreshing peppery cup of turmeric, ginger, black pepper, red bell pepper, pineapple and apple. The sammies are noteworthy, too. We’re talking about the vegetarian-friendly avo toast, which features thick slabs of mozzarella.
Joe and the Juice, order via Deliveroo.
Comfort food
Chopsuey Cafe
Scratch that cafe-hopping itch by tucking into Asian-inflected grub by Chopsuey Cafe. From prawn toasties to rice noodles with ribeye to the ever-satisfying dim sum basket, you won’t feel like you’re missing out on the serene ambience at Dempsey Hill.
Chopsuey Cafe, order via Deliveroo and foodpanda.
Curry Culture
There’s nothing like a pot of spicy curry to jolt your senses while working from home. Slurp on Malabar fish curry (don’t worry, it’s boneless), vindaloo curry or Bombay mutton curry from Curry Culture. If you’re a carb fiend like us, pair the curry with cheese naan for the ultimate Indian meal.
Curry Culture, order online or via 6235 6133.
Violet Oon
Hankering for some authentic Peranakan nosh? The godmother of Nyonya cuisine, Violet Oon, is here to rescue us with all with her spicy dishes that will soothe our quarantined or social distancing souls. Labelled as petite feasts, there are three delivery menus to choose from and trust us, these aren’t petite. They feed up to six people! We’re talking about beef rendang, assam fish and ayam buah keluak.
Violet Oon, order via 9834 9935 or [email protected], islandwide delivery.
Three Buns Quayside
If you’re looking to get your bun-and-patty fix, Three Buns has got your back. Its menu will see you spoilt for choice: Options include Baby Huey, a juicy classic beef burger, Big Krabby Kane, with its blue swimmer crab patty, and Rambo, for those who want a wicked lamb burger. Looking for something lighter? The hotdogs are equally good!
Three Buns Quayside, order via 6909 7838 or Deliveroo.
Chimichanga
With the Covid-19 circuit breaker in full swing, chances are, you’ve lost track of time and the hunger pangs creep in during the unlikeliest of hours. Get your carb fix with a smorgasbord of Mexican fare from Chimichanga. Taking in orders till 1:30am, the resto is offering popular dishes like beef quesadilla, nachos loaded with cheese and meat, and tacos. Psst: Don’t forget to order a couple of beer bottles while you’re at it.
Chimichanga, order online, islandwide delivery available.
Papi’s Tacos
Tacos are sure to cure the stay-at-home blues. The DIY taco option is a fun food activity when you’re bored out of your mind. Heat up the tortillas and build them with fillings like chorizo sausage, shrimp, mushroom and grilled fish. For a heady reward, you can sip on pre-mixed margaritas that come in flavours like spicy mango and strawberry. Sounds like a Mexican fiesta, if you ask us.
Papi’s Tacos, order online, islandwide delivery.
Fat Prince
Relish in Middle Eastern flavours with excellent kebabs from Fat Prince. Select from a set of three, four or five and inhale flavours like spring pea falafel, chicken shish and roasted lamb. On a low carb diet? Opt for the kebab bowl where you can pick one salad, protein and dessert (to make up for the lack of carbs).
Fat Prince, order online or via foodpanda, Deliveroo, GrabFood, islandwide delivery available.
Route 65
Using number 65 aka our country code as inspiration for its moniker, this new player puts a unique spin on Singaporean classics. You’ll find dishes like Asian-spiced pan-seared salmon, cheesy lobster carrot cake and the meat platter, which features chicken panggang, pork ribs and ribeye, on the delivery menu. The best part is you can have all of it ordered in.
Route 65, order via Deliveroo and GrabFood.
Date night worthy
Neon Pigeon
Let Neon Pigeon’s gritty innovative Asian grub and heady cocktails fill you up while you’re cooped up at home. Delivered in bento boxes, it lets you take your pick from mains like goma crusted snapper, Korean fried chicken and the vegan-friendly flamed teriyaki tofu. All of them come with brown rice, edamame hummus, salad and dessert. For drinks, sip on Is it Mojito, which is made with sakura tea-infused white rum, or stick to the classics like the Negroni and Old Fashioned.
Neon Pigeon, order online or via foodpanda, Deliveroo, GrabFood, islandwide delivery available.
Rumours Beach Club
Treat yourself to an array of dishes such as steaks, pastas and pizzas. Feeling ravenous? You and your family can opt for the sharing platters, including the 1.2kg fiorentina bistecca and the mixed grilled platter. Delivery fees will be waived for Sentosa residents while a small fee of $10 and $20 apply for orders in the central area and the rest of Singapore respectively.
Rumours Beach Club, order via 6970 0625, islandwide delivery available.
Firebake
Getting sick and tired of run-of-the-mill bread at home? Get wood-fired breads from Firebake. While you’re at it, enjoy the signature Australian prawn capellini and wagyu beef burger with beef patitsada jam. End your home dining experience on a sweet note with some bread and butter pudding.
Firebake, order via Deliveroo and GrabFood.
Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse
Stay-at-home date nights have just gotten better, all thanks to Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse. Start with the salumi platter and then go for the whooping 1.1kg Fiorentina steak and for dessert, we recommend the sticky date pudding. Oh, and what’s a romantic night without an exquisite bottle of wine?
Bistecca Tuscan Steakhouse, order online, islandwide delivery
The Loco Group
Thanks to The Loco Group, we can now have a Mexican fiesta right at home. Yes, all of their restaurants ( (Lucha Loco, Super Loco Robertson Quay, Super Loco Customs House and Chico Loco) now offer islandwide delivery. On top of the usual crowd favourites, you can snag the emergency taco kit (don’t we all have those days) which allows you to build your own tacos. The kit includes soft corn tortillas, salsas, pico de gallo, baja fish, lamb and chips.
The Loco Group, order online or whatsapp 87981035 (Lucha Loco), 98160659 (Super Loco Customs House), 98157221 (Super Loco Robertson Quay) and 97387828 (Chico Loco), islandwide delivery.
The Masses
Now you can enjoy The Masses’ French fare with an Asian touch right at home. Think lobster porridge with chargrilled octopus, duck confit with rice noodles, and char siew lamb rib. Choosing a meal for the entire family? Go for the bundle packs, which cater for up to six pax. Wash it all down with a bottle of beer or kombucha, depending on your mood.
The Masses, order via 6266 0061.
