Dig into an array of traditional to progressive Indian cooking jam-packed with bold flavours and spices from the Northern and Southern regions of India
From Southern staples like dosa and sambar, to tikka naan that hails from the North, Indian cuisine is edible poetry that is both expressive and yet oh-so-comforting. It also plays a significant part in the vibrant tapestry in Singapore’s melting pot which locals are familiar with. Today, what was once a culinary scene parched with only a handful of Indian restaurants is now brimming with newly minted Indian establishments. In it are progressive chef talents tinkering around with ideas from the motherland, plating up storied Indian dishes worthy of celebration.
Whether you’re looking to satiate those cravings or expand your taste buds, look no further than this fiery line-up of the best Indian restaurants in Singapore—not in any particular order. To all the gourmands out there in Singapore, you sure are a lucky bunch.
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1. Ammakase
Plucking influences from the coasts that hug both India and Sri Lanka, this Neo-Indian experiential restaurant presents omakase-inspired menus that change every two weeks. Unlocking comforting flavours from traditional recipes passed down by mothers—or amma in Tamil—executive chef Abhijit Saha then injects a little spontaneity by incorporating European and Asian cooking techniques, resulting in four contrasting renditions of each dish to cater to a wide range of preferences. Think riffs on Goan coconut kokum which Saha cleverly pairs with lightly cured Japanese hamachi and mango chilli sorbet for an interplay of spicy, sweet, tangy and umami.
Another highlight is the tender lobster, flame-kissed on the shichirin grill, and liberally brushed with a tamarind pulusu curry for a warm kick of spice. Saha’s nod to sustainability, which sees him sourcing fresh and traceable ingredients from local farms across Singapore, is commendable. And if you’re ever keen on vino, trust sommelier Shamini Chari to pour out stellar recommendations that are on the cusp of acclaim.
Ammakase
Address: One Raffles Place, 04-48, S(048616)