The best Halal restaurants in Orchard

All that walking is sure to work up a monstrous appetite. Head over to Monster Planet at The Centrepoint where giant saucers of delicious Japanese curry rice (from $13.90) await. The Japanese demi-glace is made with 14 different vegetables and spices and cooked over two days to bring out the best flavours. Aside from the various deliciously crispy katsu toppings available, you can also choose to add their homemade chilli sauce that comes in five different levels of heat for that fiery kick.

The popular Poulet chain is known for its signature French roast chicken (from $17.90). Over at Poulet + Brasserie, the menu gets a little more creative, going beyond just contemporary French cuisine. All-day breakfast and locally-inspired dishes like kaya French toast ($14), seafood eggs Benedict ($19) with laksa hollandaise sauce, and Salad de Rojak ($12) are also available exclusively here. Located in ION Orchard, this is a central spot to drop in for a meal before hopping back to do more shopping. Other favourites at Poulet + Brasserie include hearty chunky chicken pot pies ($14.90), scrummy duck confit ($22) and a satisfying jumbo prawn & garlic pasta ($24).

The Dim Sum Place is one of the few Halal-certified dim sum joints in Singapore, and probably one of the rare spots where you can enjoy a Halal xiao long bao. It’s more known for its North Bridge Road outlet which is a popular supper spot on the weekends, but the Centrepoint branch allows for a more convenient meal if you happen to be in town. Dim sum classics are done right here, with staples such as chicken feet ($6.90), molten salted egg custard buns ($6.90), har gao ($6.90), congee (from $9.90), and xiao long bao ($6.90). But a popular order at the Orchard Road outlet is the braised duck wings ($6.90) in a special sauce. And don’t forget to get a plate of the signature fragrant egg garlic rice ($14.90) to complete your meal.

Step into the homey enclave of Indonesian hospitality at Tambuah Mas, one of the oldest Indonesian restaurants in Singapore. With a menu that boasts of closely guarded family recipes spiced with distinctive flavours, diners can expect the taste of traditional homestyle Indonesian cuisines from Padang, Sulawesi and Java. Sink your teeth into the aromatic crowd-favourite beef rendang ($13.80) and wow your dining guests with the ikan nila goreng ($22), which features whole fish fried to crispy golden perfection.

Venture a little further from the central Orchard Road area to Plaza Singapura where you will find Cajun on Wheels. This seafood restaurant is inspired by Louisiana and New Orleans' soul-flavours and gourmet food truck scene. Dig into fresh seafood buckets (from $29.50) and tasty seafood platters that come with an assortment of seafood like Sri Lankan crabs, Boston lobsters, blue mussels, white clams, prawns and more. Choose from eight sauces to be ladled all over your chosen seafood bucket. Options include mala, sweet and spicy Singapore chilli crab, and zesty herb and butter. Bring a crowd with you – the best shell-out experience is one that is shared with your favourite people.

A steaming bowl of ramen may just be the rejuvenation you need after a day on Orchard Road. Ichikokudo Ramen has eight outlets across Singapore and one at 313@Somerset will provide your ramen-craving fix. The signature soup at Ichikokudo Ramen is prepared with fresh chicken, vegetables and a blend of ingredients from Hokkaido, including the all-important bonito, kelp, and mackerel. The resulting rich and umami soup will soothe your tummy right up. Have your pick of shoyu-based ramen (from $9.90) topped with proteins of your choice, or choose the hokkai-jigoku (from $13.90) base for a spicy kick.

Rest your feet and delve deep into the delicious taste of Singaporean cuisine over at Colonial Club Signatures located at The Paragon. Offering a mix of Hainanese-style Western fare, Nyonya dishes, and local grub, Colonial Club Signatures is a convenient one-stop to sample what Singapore food is all about. The monochrome decor of the restaurant is modern yet cosy and homey – a nice respite from the bustle of Orchard Road. Some signature dishes here include the nasi lemak tower (from $17.90) and Hainanese chicken chop (from $15.90). For nibbles, give their Colonial Platter (from $22.90) a try – an assortment of kueh pie tee, ngoh hiang, satay, and Nyonya fried chicken are served beautifully on a tiered serving stand.