The best halal buffets for a delicious iftar this Ramadan

Taking place from Mar 1 to 30, 2025, the holy month of Ramadan is upon us, a selfless time when Muslims fast for the whole day. And so naturally, after a whole day of abstaining from food and water during daylight hours, Iftar, the evening meal is a very special time to buka puasa or ‘break the fast’ together with friends or family in a communal gathering style. We’ve rounded up some great halal-certified Iftar buffets for you to open your fast with loved ones, and replenish energy levels, while enjoying the richness of Singapore’s diverse cultures and heritage flavours, as well as more novel options.

There is something for everyone at these specially curated buffets, so everyone can dine to their heart’s content this Ramadan. Let the Iftar feasting begin!

Ginger, Parkroyal on Beach Road

Got a penchant for Korean food? This Ramadan, there’s a Korean-themed Flavours of Korea – Seoul of Ginger dinner buffet spread at the halal-certified Ginger, featuring more than 30 authentic Korean dishes.

This exclusive “Seoul”-ful dinner buffet spread comprises signature local delights such as abalone porridge, ginseng chicken soup, seafood pancakes and crispy boneless Korean fried chicken. The latter comes served in seven unique Korean flavours such as spicy gochujang, soy garlic sauce, cheese, ghost pepper chilli and more, all available on rotation.

Don’t skip on the hearty beef short rib soup (galbi tang), chicken and beef bulgogi, or comforting carb-loaded classics like jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles), tteokbokki (sweet and spicy rice cakes), and Eomuk Guksu (Korean fish cake skewer noodles). Alternatively, head to the DIY Bibimbap Station and customise your own bibimbap creations!

When: Feb 27 to April 30, 2025 (6pm to 10pm)
Price:
– $75++ (adult) and $37.50++ (child) from Mon to Thurs
– $85++ (adult) and $42.50++(child) from Fri to Sun

Parkroyal on Beach Road is at 7500 Beach Road, Singapore 199591. Visit its website for reservations and more information.

Window on the Park, Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre

Gather loved ones and head to Window on the Park at Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre for its exclusive Citarasa Ramadan Dinner Buffet.

Celebrate the spirit of togetherness and kick off the Iftar dining experience with the traditional favourite soto ayam soup, complemented by the signature rendang and the popular ayam masak merah, Nonya chap chye, and sambal paru, to name a few.

Diners can also look forward to a BBQ live station serving up satay, grilled Lobster, otah-otah, and grilled Hokkaido scallop with Hainanese chili, as well as the three live stations, for asam pedas, burgers and beryani with roasted lamb. Complete the spread of classic Malay dishes with must-have dishes including Japanese favourites, salads, and Singapore chilli crab with mantou.

For dessert, don’t miss the chef’s recommendations of creamy durian pengat, hot bubur lambuk , chilled mango pomelo with nata de coco, as well as homemade ice kachang and waffles.

For added convenience, a prayer room is available within the vicinity.

When: Mar 2 to 30, 2025
Price:
– $49.90++ (adult) / $20++ (child) — Mar 2 to 9, 2025
– $118++ per Adult (1-for-1 offer) / $35++ (child) — Mar 10 to 30, 2025
Children aged six and below dine for free with each paying adult

Window on the Park is at Level 2, 11 Cavenagh Road, Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre, Singapore 229616. Visit its website for reservations or more information.

Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant, Furama Riverfront

Serving authentic Indonesian fare since 1985, head to Kintamani Indonesian Restaurant for a taste of tradition.

Indonesian Rojak Buah with condiments, Grilled Whole Red Snapper with Tomato & Basil, Ayam Goreng Madu, slow-cooked Rendang Daging Sapi, Sayur Lodeh Javanese and Ikan Salmon Dabu Dabu are just some of the few highlights of the very extensive buffet spreads here.

That’s not all. Seafood on ice, a noodle station, a carving station, and a whole appetiser station complement the hearty mains, including Thai glass noodles with shrimp, Thai green mango salad, and spicy octopus salad.

And for dessert, aside from pastries and cakes, dig into popular favourites such as durian pengat, ice mendum, bubur pulut hitam and assorted kuih-muih.

There’s also a prayer room outside the restaurant for Muslim guests to perform their prayers.

When:
Buka Puasa Special: Feb 27 to Mar 30, 2025 (every Fri to Sun)
Hari Raya Buffet: Mar 31, 2025

Price:
– Lunch at $48++ (adult) and dinner at $52++ (adult)
– Children: 40% off adult prices (six to 12 years old) / Senior Citizen: 30% off adult price (60 years old and above)
– Hari Raya Buffet: $52++ (adult)

Early bird special: Enjoy 20% off dinners for reservations made by Mar 9, 2025.

Kintamani is at 405 Havelock Rd, Level 3 Furama RiverFront, Singapore 169633. Visit its website for reservations or more information.

Tiffany Cafe & Restaurant, Furama City Centre

Offering three different sumptuous buffet choices, Tiffany Cafe’s signature, Muslim-friendly buffet is where to head for a fuss-free way to break your Ramadan fast, aptly named Flavours of Celebration.

Signature Tiffany Laksa, Roasted Duck, Ayam Masak Merah, Green Shell Mussel, Baby Maroon Lobster, Snow Crab Leg, Singapore Chili Crab, Mutton Rendang and Salted Egg Crab – just a few of the many, many multi-cuisine option items on Tiffany Cafe’s hearty buffets.

End the feasting on a wide variety of sweet treats, such as Assorted Nonya Kueh, Durian Pengat, Mango Sago, Bubur Terigu, Fried Banana Balls, Ondeh Ondeh Cake, Sweet Pandan Chendol and Sticky Date Pudding.

When: Feb 13 to Mar 30, 2025
Price: Lunch at $52++ (adult) / dinner at $56++ (adult)

Early Bird Special: Enjoy 20% off dinners for reservations made by 16 March 2025

Tiffany Cafe & Restaurant is at 60 Eu Tong Sen Street, Level 2 Furama City Centre, Singapore 059804. Visit its website for reservations or more information.

The Buffet Restaurant, M Hotel Singapore

Calling hot pot fans! The Buffet Restaurant at M Hotel Singapore has you covered with its specially curated Iftar Fiesta Hot Pot Dinner Buffet menu. Indulge in rich, flavourful broths (that are MSG-free too), such as the new Tomyam Seafood and Signature Chicken or Supreme Collagen Rich Broth (add $9) alongside a spread of fresh seafood.

It’s not just hot pot. Bringing back fan favourites from last year’s Iftar menu, diners can look forward to chef Narin’s Gurney Drive Beef Burger for a taste of one of Penang’s most beloved street foods, and the savoury Oxtail Assam Pedas for a taste of home-cooked comfort. Also back are the popular Tempeh Tunis and the hearty Bubur Lambuk.

On Fridays and Saturdays, indulge in the succulent Udang Panggang at the Live Station, for Tiger Prawn Skewer dipped in spicy sweet soy sauce, as well as enjoy a wide range of premium meat, and a beautiful spread of fresh seafood including free-flow slipper lobsters.

Be sure to keep space for Ramadan dessert staples of sweet treats, including the creamy Musang King Durian Cream Puffs (available on Fridays and Saturdays only), classic Bubur Chacha, Crispy Banana Fritters, Assorted Mini Mochi, Kueh Lapis and Sweet Dates Pie.

When: Feb 15 to Mar 31, 2025 (6pm-10pm)
Price:
– Sun to Thurs: $68++ (adult)
– Fri & Sat: $78++ with free-flow slipper lobster (adult)

Exclusive promotion: One parent aged 60 and above eats for free with two paying adults.

The Buffet Restaurant is at M Hotel Singapore City Centre, 81 Anson Rd, Level 2, Singapore 079908. Visit its website for reservations or more information.

Asian Market Cafe, Fairmont Singapore

Asian Market Cafe returns with a spectacular Ramadan Iftar Dinner this year, designed by newly joined Chef de Cuisine, Chef Ariff Mohamad. The authentic Halal-certified pan-Asian menu brings the vibrant flavours of a Ramadan Bazaar to its elevated buffet setting, making it a perfect spot to gather with families and friends.

The special Iftar Station brims with a tantalising mezze spread of fresh dates, assorted crackers (keropok emping, lekor, and fish and prawn crackers), domaaj (mixed herb salad with walnuts and pomegranate), tabbouleh, hummus, baba ghanoush and pita, as well as a selection of cheeses and bread.

As usual, popular buffet favourites include Seafood on Ice, Laksa and DIY Noodle Stations, as well as a Live Lamb Shawarma Station, accompanied by the Arabic Makluba Rice Set.

For Malaysian classics, indulge in the Satay Live Station, Ramadan Bubur Lambuk with Mutton Bone Marrow, as well as Roasts of the Day, such as Kambing Guling for Slow Roasted Spiced Whole Lamb with green peppercorn sauce, and Oven-baked Tikka Spice-rubbed Barramundi with a mint yoghurt sauce.

Also from the Spice Kitchen, diners can look forward to Singapore Chilli Crab with Golden Mantou, Bibik’s Ayam Masak Lemak Chilli Padi, Stir-Fried Beef Short Plate with Black Pepper Garlic, and Baked Fish with Lemon Green Chilli (Sambal Hijau), among many others.

End the feasting on classic Ramadan sweets such as Pineapple Tart, Spicy Prawn Roll and Sugee Cookies, along with a selection of fresh dates, as well as assorted Nonya Kueh, the signature AMC Durian Penyet, and the Baked Chempedak Crumble Cake, Ondeh Ondeh Cake, and Kueh Lopis with Gula Melaka Sauce.

When: Feb 24 to April 20, 2025 (6pm to 10pm)

Price:
– $108++ (adult) / $54++ (child 6-12 years old), from Mon to Thurs
– $118++ (adult) / $59++ (child 6-12 years old), from Fri to Sun

 Asian Market Cafe is at 80 Bras Basah Road, Level 2 Fairmont, Singapore 189560. Visit its website for reservations or more information.

Atrium Restaurant, Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium is inviting guests to celebrate the flavours of home with its Nostalgic Singapura Feast at the halal-certified Atrium Restaurant.

Enjoy Singapore’s rich culinary heritage alongside a selection of international favourites such as Slow-cooked Wagyu Beef Cheek Rendang, Chempedak Masak Lemak (jackfruit simmered in coconut milk gravy and spices) and Udang Lemak Nenas that sees Peranakan-style prawns in pineapple coconut gravy.

In addition to fresh seafood on ice (there are grilled lobsters on the weekends!), the chef’s carving station offers the likes of the hearty 13-Spice Roasted Whole Baby Lamb, Lamb Kebab, as well as Ramadan all-time favourite BBQ delights like otah-otah, honey chicken wings, and grilled squid. Savour Singapore’s vibrant flavors at live stations, with everything from prata to Hainanese chicken rice, and hearty laksa — each a tribute to the nation’s rich culinary heritage.

Relive cherished childhood memories with desserts such as the Pisang & Cempedak Goreng (crispy banana and jackfruit fritters); Pengat Pisang which has bananas in warm coconut milk and Ice Kacang with durian paste, and the old school ice cream with wafer or rainbow bread.

When: Feb 28 to Mar 30, 2025
Price:

Special promotion of 1-for-1 for adults, and kids 5 years old and below get to dine for free with every paying adult. 50% off for selected credit cards.

– Weekday Lunch (Mon to Fri, 12pm to 3pm)
($94++ for 2 adults / $25++ per child (6 – 12 years old)

– Weekend Lunch (Sat & Sun, 12pm to 3pm)
$98++ for 2 adults /$25++ per child (6 – 12 years old)

– Weekday Dinner (Mon to Thurs, 5.30pm to 9.30pm)
($118++ for 2 adults / $30++ per child (6 – 12 years old)

– Weekend Dinner (Fri to Sun, 5.30pm to 9.30pm)
$130++ for 2 adults / $30++ per child (6 – 12 years old)

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium is at 317 Outram Road, Singapore 169075. Visit its website for reservations or more information. Menu available here.

21 on Rajah, Aloft Singapore Novena

Tuck into a feast of flavour to celebrate the true spirit of Ramadan with a thoughtfully curated Iftar buffet at Aloft Singapore Novena’s halal-certified buffet restaurant, 21 on Rajah.

Break the day-long fast by diving into a festive selection of Mediterranean and Asian flavours inspired by traditional Malay and Indonesian-inspired dishes such as the 10-hour, Slow-Cooked Baby Lamb in Moroccan Yoghurt Citrus served over fragrant long-grain rice with brown vermicelli; Ayam Penyet Overload with homemade sambal for crispy fried chicken in fiery homemade sambal, and Deep-Fried Chempedak Fritter.

Other nostalgic dishes on the dinner spread include Bubur Lambuk, creamy and savoury rice porridge infused with spices and rich coconut milk, tangy Udang Petai, aromatic Asam Pedas Tenggiri for mackerel in a spicy-sour gravy, and tender Beef Cheek Rendang, each showcasing the rich culinary traditions of Malay and Indonesian cuisine.

For a creative twist, don’t miss the Satay Pizza and Arabic Lamb Pizza. On weekends, expect a wide array of seafood on ice such as Boston Lobster and Snow Crab Leg, as well as grilled seafood delicacies including Jumbo Tiger Prawns, local Mackerel, Lamb T-Bone Steak and Otah Otah.

In addition to the usual Ramadan cookies and dried dates, end the evening with a decadent dessert selection offering Durian Fritter Roll, flaky Baklava, and the luscious cheese-filled Kunefe. Also complementing them are popular local desserts such as Bubur Chacha, Pulut Hitam, Fresh Durian Mousse with Coconut Cream and Gula Melaka with a range of assorted Nonya Kueh.

Dedicated prayer rooms are also available, allowing Muslim guests to comfortably perform their prayers before resuming their meals and celebrations.

When:
Ramadan Weekday Buffet Dinner: Mar 2 to 30, 2025 (6pm to 10pm)
Ramadan Weekend Buffet Dinner: Mar 2 to 31, 2025 (6pm to 10pm)

Price:
– From $68++ (adults) and $34++ (child) for Ramadan Weekday Buffet Dinner (Mon to Thurs)
– From $78++ (adults) and $39++ (child) for Ramadan Weekend Buffet Dinner (Fri to Sun)

*Exclusive during the Iftar buffet dinner, diners get to enjoy a ‘Dine Four for the price of Three’ Promotion (terms and conditions apply).

21 on Rajah is at 1 Jln Rajah, Aloft Singapore East Wing, Singapore 329133. Visit its website for reservations or more information.

This article first appeared in Singapore Women’s Weekly.