Singapore is a treasure trove haven of the freshest and best seafood dishes in Asia. Located strategically between the Indian Ocean and South China Sea, a big part of Singapore’s cuisine is inspired by its bountiful waters. We have many iconic local seafood dishes ranging from laksa, chilli crab, and fish head curry, each highlighting fresh seafood beautifully accentuated by herbs and spices.
For all foodies who are in search of delicious, tasty and refreshing seafood places, you will absolutely love our curated selection of the best and top must-try seafood destinations in Singapore! We got you covered on fusion cuisines, signature dishes, pleasant ambiance, and more importantly affordable menu pricing!
Whether you prefer traditional dishes or local meals with a modern twist, our list has everything you have been looking for!
1. Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee at Holland Village
Price range: SGD $5 – $10
You have probably heard of Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee, or Old Airport Road Lor Mee, the famous lor mee stall from Old Airport Road Hawker Centre that’s been around since 1973.
Located near MRT Mountbatten or Dakota MRT Station (Circle Line), Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee attracts queues of diners eager to taste and re-taste their famed Lor Mee.
Aside from the recognition it received from the Michelin Guide, they have also won other awards like the Ctrip Gourmet List award and the People’s Choice for Local Food during the City Hawker Food Hunt in 2018.
Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee’s features your choice of noodles—flat yellow Hokkien noodles, yellow egg noodles, bee hoon, and kway teow cooked in a bowl of their signature thick, starchy, dark brown gravy. Topping this is a medley of ingredients: fried, flaked fish meat, beansprouts, coriander, minced garlic, pork, and a braised egg. Condiments-wise, it is sprinkled with vinegar, and chilli paste, both of which add a depth of flavour to the whole dish.
2. The Boiler
Price range: SGD $10.90 – $26.90
Branded as one of Singapore’s most unique dining experiences, The Boiler is a seafood restaurant serving fresh seafood boiled together, hence the reason for their name.
The Boiler boasts of its bold sauces powered by a fusion of both western and Asian spices. The owner was inspired by the Cajun culture he experienced in Los Angeles, California in 2008, and eventually made it his mission to bring the same similar experience back to Singapore. After several tries, in the end, he came up with the perfect seafood boil recipe. The Boiler will surely fulfil anyone’s appetite. Bring your friends, family, special someone to taste freshly cooked seafood with live music. They have premium and speciality sets perfect for any group gathering.
3. New Ubin Seafood
Price range: SGD $24 – $128
Recommended to try: Crab dishes
Do not be fooled by their name. It is not new. The restaurant actually started 30 years ago. New Ubin Seafood is famous for serving Singapore’s tze char cuisine. Tze char refers to a Chinese food stall that sells an array of simple and inexpensive dishes and at present, the restaurant is well known to be the best in tze char cuisine. They have fresh new versions of traditional cuisine to satisfy the palate of the new generation.
4. Jumbo Seafood
Price range: SGD $14 – $208
Recommended to try: Chilli Crab, Signature Black Pepper Crab, Golden Salted Egg Prawns, Crispy Fried Baby Squid
No better way to experience Singapore than eating Jumbo Seafood’s award-winning chili crab!
Jumbo Seafood can be found all over Singapore making it accessible and affordable. It brings together the country’s mix of cultures, giving birth to a unique and eccentric Singaporean taste.
5. The Naked Finn
Price range: SGD $20 – $45
What is the next best thing to crabs? Lobster, and The Naked Finn serves the best lobster roll in Singapore. Their famous lobster rolls are only available during lunchtime. So head there for lunch and experience luxury in a roll. Aside from lobster rolls, they also serve other seafood dishes like prawn noodles which are also worth it for any foodie.
6. Palm Beach Seafood
Price range: SGD $31 – $50
Palm Beach Seafood is famous for its award-winning dish ‘Honey Tangy Fish’ which is your choice of fish, deep-fried with julienned dried cuttlefish, and lightly tossed in a honey tangy sauce. The kaffir lime zest and baby shallots brings an authentic, sweet yet spicy taste to the fish.They have several top restaurant awards to their name such as Outstanding Service, Chef of the Year, Top 10 dishes in the Singapore Tourism Board. There is no doubt that they are one of the best seafood restaurants with their wide variety of dishes from lobsters, crabs and fish.
7. Long Beach DEMPSEY
Price range: SGD $21 – $30
Located on the lush Dempsey Hill, Long Beach Seafood Restaurant is a paradise for seafood lovers, both visually and for taste buds. The location on the hill gives a nice atmosphere and also gives a certain exotic vibe when you look at it from a distance. They specialise in fishes, crabs, prawns, clams in a variety of styles. You will find yourself coming back again and again.
8. Uncle Leong Seafood Restaurant
Price range: SGD $31 – $50
Uncle Leong’s seafood is fresh and really affordable. They serve a unique variant of the Chili Crab which comes with their signature sauces and some additional toppings like oats. This combination of sauces and toppings brings a heavy flavor which adds a unique dimension to the dish. Besides crabs, they also serve abalone, fishes and prawns as well.
Here at Crystal Wild Seafood, we partner with a list of well known F&B and wholesalers to provide customers with the freshest and only the very best in seafood products.
Cook them and evaluate for yourself, just how perfect our selection of choices can be.Crystal Wild Seafood, formerly known as Boon Teck Seafood, is a reputable Singaporean homegrown seafood specialist with over 30 years of operations and experience. Contact us at [email protected] or +65 6363 2765 for any seafood supply enquiries.
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