Feast on a Budget: Top Lunch Sets in Singapore
Singapore is a fantastic place for food lovers with so many different types of cuisine to try. But eating out can be quite expensive, right?
If you’re conscious about your budget, lunch sets are the perfect solution. They’re tasty meals that you can get at affordable prices.
In this guide, we’ll take a tour of the top places where you can treat yourself to some of the most affordable and delicious lunch sets in Singapore.
Dumpling Darlings
– From @dumpling.darlings
Website: https://www.dumplingdarlings.com.sg/
Addresses:
- 44 Amoy Street, Singapore
- 86 Circular Road, Singapore
Contact details:
- +65 8223 9249
- +65 8889 9973
Operating hours:
- Amoy Street:
Tuesday to Sunday: 11 am to 3 pm and 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm
- Circular Road:
Monday to Saturday: 11 am to 3 pm and 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Dumpling Darlings is a popular spot for lunch among office workers around the area. One of their bestselling lunch sets includes a bowl of egg noodles, four juicy and crunchy dumplings, and a chilled drink.
Another popular set is the braised pork noodles paired with spicy Sichuan dumplings, a complimentary egg, and a glass of iced drink.
Their lunch menu features other options like miso mushroom noodles with braised mushroom, miso tare (a type of Japanese seasoning), and sofrito (a type of sauce made of herbs, spices, and vegetables). For those who like a bit of heat, the Sichuan pork noodles are a hit, featuring spicy minced meat, bacon sofrito, and Sichuan tare.
Pro tip: The lunchtime rush at Dumpling Darlings can get quite hectic, so it may be more convenient to plan your visit during dinner hours to avoid the crowds. Or you can plan ahead and book a reservation on their website.
Candlenut
– From @candlenutsg
Website: https://www.comodempsey.sg/restaurant/candlenut
Address: Block 17A Dempsey Road, Singapore 249676
Contact details: +65 8121 0176
Operating hours: Monday to Sunday: 12 pm to 3 pm and 6 pm to 10 pm
Candlenut is the world’s first Peranakan (a blend of Chinese, Indonesian, and Malay cultures) restaurant to be awarded a Michelin star.
Their “Taste of Candlenut” lunch menu offers diners three courses including Maori Lakes Lamb Satay, a delectable chicken curry, and babi buah keluak (a dish made of pork and dried fruit seed).
Another crowd favorite is the Westholme Wagyu beef rib rendang, which features tender beef cooked in a dry caramelized coconut curry infused with spices like turmeric leaf.
Pro tip: Customers can enjoy free delivery for orders above $150.
Altro Zafferano
– From @altrozafferano.sg
Website: https://www.altrozafferano.sg/
Address: Ocean Financial Centre, Level 43 10 Collyer Quay, Singapore
Contact details: +65 6509 1488
Operating hours:
- Monday to Friday: 12 pm to 3 pm and 6 pm to 11 pm
- Saturday: 6 pm to 11 pm
Altro Zafferano is set in a nature-infused space with multiple seating options, from cozy booth seats to large round tables, and a long open kitchen countertop where customers can witness the food preparation.
Their menu includes à la carte selections, seafood, and weekly-changing lunch sets.
Some of their popular options are the homemade ravioli filled with Wagyu beef and the homemade tagliolini (a type of pasta) cooked al dente and complemented with umami sauce and langoustine (Norway lobster) with a hit of chili oil.
Pro tip: You can book private dining rooms and events at Altro Zafferano for added convenience and exclusivity through their website.
Siri House
– From @sirihousesg
Website: https://www.sirihouse.com/
Address: 8D Dempsey Rd, #01-02 Dempsey Hill, Singapore
Contact details: +65 9487 1552
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday: 11:30 am to 10 pm
- Friday to Saturday: 11:30 am to 11:30 pm
Siri House is a 42-seat restaurant with mid-century antiques and dazzling chandeliers for a cozy yet stylish setting. A la carte picks are also available, and their lunch menu has an extensive selection with up to 10 options for mains alone.
Their appetizers include arugula beet salad, confit garlic hummus with sourdough, burrata, and scallop ceviche. As for mains, they have kabocha risotto, short rib cheesesteak roll, Iberico pork cheek, prawn pappardelle, and barramundi.
They also have delectable options for dessert like orange and chocolate mousse with hazelnut ice cream, coconut and mixed berries panna cotta, and Sicilian pistachio ice cream with brown butter crumble.
Pro tip: Siri House offers a private dining experience with a view of nature for dinners and weekend brunches. They also cater to events like weddings, and you can book your reservations through their website.
Wooloomooloo Steakhouse
– From @wooloomooloosteakhousesg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wooloosingapore/
Address: 2 Stamford Road, Level 3, Swissôtel the Stamford, Singapore
Contact details: +65 8305 5692
Operating hours:
- Thursday to Tuesday: 12 pm to 3:30 pm and 5:45 pm to 12 am
- Wednesday: 12 pm to 10 pm
Wooloomooloo Steakhouse offers a dining experience infused with traditional Australian influences with a breathtaking view of the city skyline.
The restaurant’s spacious dining area can accommodate up to 140 guests with an additional 20-person capacity in the semi-private area and a 70-person capacity in the lounge.
They have a monthly rotating menu of their signature three-course Weekday Set Lunch with an array of dishes, including, pasta, fish, and top-notch steaks, complemented by an extensive wine selection.
Pro tip: The restaurant maintains a smart casual dress code to ensure a pleasant dining atmosphere for all customers.
Quay House
– From @quayhousesg
Website: https://www.quayhouse.com.sg/
Address: 51 Circular Road, Singapore
Contact details: +65 8223 0925
Operating hours:
- Monday: 11:30 am to 11 pm
- Tuesday to Thursday: 12 pm to 11 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 12 pm to 12 am
Quay House uses a variety of cooking techniques, from open-fire cooking to fermentation and aging. Their executive set lunch menu offers two- and three-course options where customers can select a starter, a main dish, and a dessert.
Their appetizers include grilled Indian white prawns served with fragrant laksa-style gravy, or you can go for the Quay House satay, which features a thick slab of pork jowl skewer with creamy peanut sauce.
Signature mains include the smoke-kissed Balinese kampung chicken seasoned with a unique betutu rub made from chilies and Southeast Asian herbs. Their salads feature seasonal Burmese tomatoes paired with silky chickpea dressing.
Pro tip: If you’re feeling adventurous after your meal, you can head over to the second level to solve escape room puzzles at the mini-golf course.
Collin’s Grille
– From @collinsgrille.sg
Website: https://www.collins.sg/
Address: Multiple locations, including Changi Airport Terminal 3 and Marina Square
Contact details: [email protected]
Operating hours: 11 am to 10:30 pm daily
Collin’s Grille has over 23 locations across the island and offers a wide range of meals like fresh seafood dishes, salads, pasta, pizza, burgers, and other Western favorites.
While Collin’s Grille is known for its meat-based offerings, the restaurant expanded its selection of plant-based dishes by collaborating with The Vegetarian Butcher, a renowned supplier of vegetarian products.
Pro tip: Be sure to visit their website for promos such as $5 off for students and a free kids’ meal with a minimum spend.
Griglia Open Fire Italian Kitchen
– From @griglia.sg
Website: https://www.griglia.sg/
Address: 37 Craig Rd, #01-01, Singapore
Contact details: +65 8949 7011
Operating hours:
- Tuesday: 12 pm to 3 pm and 6 pm to 10:30 pm
- Wednesday to Saturday: 12 pm to 3 pm and 6 pm to 11:30 pm
- Sunday: 12 pm to 3 pm and 6 pm to 11:00 pm
Griglia Open Fire Italian Kitchen is known for its grilled dishes and has an open kitchen that allows customers to witness how their meal is prepared. Their lunch menu has a wide selection of starters, including their beef tenderloin tartare with confit egg yolk.
For the main course, diners can choose from options like red snapper acqua pazza (a dish made of red snapper fish cooked in a flavorful broth made with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and herbs) and duck breast.
Dessert offerings are light and refreshing with choices such as vanilla and thyme panna cotta and strawberry sorbet.
They also offer homemade pappardelle where fresh pasta is cooked to perfection and served with tender braised pork jowl.
Pro tip: If you’re looking for something unique and sweet, you can try their capri in a cake, a sweet sponge cake served with virgin olive oil ice cream.
Caffe Fernet
– From @caffefernetsg
Website: https://www.caffefernet.sg/
Address: #01-05, Customs House, 70 Collyer Quay, Singapore
Contact details: +65 9178 1105
Operating hours:
- Monday to Wednesday: 5 pm to 11 pm
- Thursday to Sunday: 12 pm to 11 pm
Caffe Fernet offers a lunch experience with Italian-inspired dishes and a breathtaking view of Marina Bay.
A popular selection in the restaurant is their pasta lunch set, which has an array of starters including burrata and melon with aged parma ham. The set also includes a choice of four pasta options and customers can pair them with cocktails and wines.
Pro tip: Caffe Fernet is a great spot for romantic evenings with your loved one with a stunning view of Marina Bay.
Rhubarb Le Restaurant
– From @rhubarb_le_restaurant
Website: https://www.rhubarb.sg/
Address: 3 Duxton Hill, Singapore
Contact details: +65 8127 5001
Operating hours: Monday to Friday: 12 pm to 2:15 pm and 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Rhubarb is a cozy French restaurant that has been holding a Michelin star since 2014. With just 8 tables, guests receive personalized service while being able to witness how their food is prepared in the open kitchen.
One of their signature dishes is the celeriac emulsion, a decadent black truffle purée base with a lavish summer truffle topping. Rhubarb’s menu includes raw scallops in tomato dashi, crispy potato rolls with pork, and pear purée.
They also offer a tender Hungarian duck paired with blackberry purée.
Pro tip: Rhubarb Le Restaurant maintains a casual/smart dress code and allows no children below 10 years old.