Singaporean Restaurants in Bangkok: Where to Go For Nasi Lemak, Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Other Lion City Faves

PUBLISHED August 8th, 2020 06:00 am | UPDATED August 13th, 2020 11:25 pm

A melting pot of cultures, Singapore’s multifaceted cuisine is a unique mishmash of various delicacies from all over Asia. More often than not, we develop cravings for these dishes that we have grown to love over the years when we are overseas – and in this case, Bangkok. Whether you are homesick or simply looking to broaden your culinary palatte with new flavours, here are some of the best restaurants in Bangkok that serve Singapore local favourites on the regular.

Oh Jackie!

If you want Singaporean grub delivered to your doorstep, food delivery service Oh Jackie has got your back. Tuck into all-time favourites like Nasi Lemak, creamy Laksa and Hokkien Mee in all its wok hei glory. Their menu is refreshed weekly so you can look forward to an exciting array of new delicacies each week. Can’t get enough of Oh Jackie’s authentic flavours? Snag one of their newly-launched sauces (180 THB per bottle) such as the feisty Sambal Belacan, Sambal Tumis and umami-laden Cantonese Chilli Oil for a tinge of spice in every meal. Check out their sister brand Powerpuff for authentic Singapore-style curry puffs too.

Pre-order via LINE @ohjackiebkk.

Eats Payao

Helmed by husband and wife duo Gavin Koh and Phoungkhae, this Northern Thai restaurant resides in a four-storey townhouse that pays homages to its roots with a vibrant Lanna-inspired interior. On top of authentic eats like the deliciously creamy Khao Soi (90THB) and flavour-packed Gaeng Hang Lay (180THB, pork belly curry), Eats Payao also dishes out Singaporean specialities including Singapore Chilli or Pepper Crab (1500THB) and Bak Kut Teh (250THB). Appropriately peppery, the latter is served alongside fluffy dough fritters and fragrant jasmine rice.

Eats Payao is located at 71/2-3 Soi Sribamphen, Yen Akard Road 10120, Thailand, p.+66 83 262 6142. Open Tue-Sun 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 12am. Place your orders online via LINE at @eats.payao or WhatsApp.

Boon Tong Kee

Ardent fans of Singapore’s famed Boon Tong Kee will already know that they don’t have to jet off to Singapore to get a taste of their Hainanese Chicken Rice, as this stalwart has multiple outlets peppered across the city. Chow down their Signature Boiled Chicken (from 95THB) paired with fragrant Chicken Rice (30THB) and garlic and chilli dipping sauces – and feel like you’re almost transported to Singapore. Almost.

Boon Tong Kee has multiple outlets in Bangkok. See here for more information.

Boon Tong Kiat Singapore Chicken Rice

Although similar in name to Boon Tong Kee, Boon Tong Kiat has its own share of delicious offerings to offer foodies in Bangkok. Originally founded by a Singaporean, this stalwart in Thonglor is now run by a Thai family who whips up a slew of Singapore local favourites that are no less mouth-watering. Think Char Siew (69 THB), Singapore Fried Carrot Cake (115 THB) and of course Hainanese Chicken Rice (65 THB) complete with fragrant rice and tender poached chicken.

Boon Tong Kiat Singapore Chicken Rice is located at 440/5 Thonglor Soi 16, Bangkok, Thailand 10110 p.+66 02 390 2508. Open 10am – 10pm daily.

JUMBO Seafood

Another popular Singapore-based restaurant brand that has taken up residence in Bangkok is JUMBO Seafood. This supersized seafood paradise overlooking the stunning Chao Phraya River is particularly well-known for their award-winning Chilli Crab (1760THB, 800g) made of lightly stir-fried crabs doused in their signature sweet and spicy chilli sauce imported from Singapore. JUMBO also whips up other crowd-favourites like the Golden Salted Egg Fish Skin (228THB) and Dragonfruit Lobster Salad with Lumpfish Caviar (448THB) that are bound to sate your seafood cravings.

JUMBO Seafood is located at JUMBO Seafood Bangkok ICONSIAM Ground Floor, Icon Luxe Zone 299 Soi Charoen Nakhon 5 Charoen Nakhon Road Khlong Ton Sa Khlong Ton Sai, Khlong San, Bangkok 10600, Thailand, p.+66 99 110 5888. Open 11am – 10pm daily. Place orders for delivery by calling 092 978 3988.

BABATHAI

The first of its kind in Bangkok, BABATHAI is an automated 24-hour restaurant – everything from ordering to paying is done through a self-ordering kiosk – offering local cuisine to Singaporean delicacies. Expect Singaporean plates such as Nasi Lemak (from 99THB), Char Kuay Teow (250 THB), and Roti Prata with Chicken Curry (from 220THB). For something sweet to round it up, sink your teeth into pillowy Coconut Buns or cool down with an icy bowl of Singapore Cendol (120THB).

BABATHAI is located at 45 Soi Sukhumvit 23, Klongtoei Nua, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand, p.+66 95 827 0138. Open Mon-Sat 10am – 8pm, Sun 8am – 3pm. Delivery is available via Foodpanda and their website.

Sambalacha Cafe by Uncle Pang

Head to Uncle Pang’s Samabalcha Cafe to dig into some of Bangkok’s authentic Malay-Singaporean staples – featuring tweaked recipes passed down by the mother of the chef. Start off with My Mother’s Nasi Lemak (129 THB) – Uncle Pang’s healthier rendition of the iconic dish includes oil-free air-fried chicken. Loaded with fresh seafood and chicken, another must-try is their creamy and rich Laksa (1797 THB). For a lighter bite, opt for the Nyonya Poh Piah (200 THB), filled with a medley of tasty ingredients.

Sambalacha Cafe is located at  Soi 56 Bangna Trad Road 22/223, Evergreen Alley, Bang Na, Bangkok 10260, Thailand, p.+66 63 929 5615. Open 11am – 7pm daily. Place orders for delivery on their website.

Top Image: JUMBO Seafood