Looking for Nasi Lemak places?

The rivalry over who has the best nasi lemak never seems to end, and honestly, I’m not complaining. As brands strive to outdo each other, we, the consumers, get to enjoy consistently good food.

When it comes to the Chinese-style nasi lemak, this might be controversial, but Ponggol Nasi Lemak is easily one of my favourites. Their perfectly fried anchovies and peanuts may seem like just a side, but when done well, they complete the nasi lemak experience.

Did you know they have an outlet right in the heart of the city at Capitol Piazza? Now you know where you can satisfy your cravings when in City Hall!

fried rice with rendang lion mane mushroom and tapioca kerupuk was flavourful and had wok hei👌🏼🔥 if you can take spice i'd suggest opting for spicy lvl 3 as lvl 2 had not much heat

While I like how they have otah as an option (because I don't eat fried chicken or fish), the rice was quite mushy & it was sadly not lemak at all. On first bite, my reaction was one of confusion.

The chilli was good while it lasted, but nothing to shout about. The other ingredients - egg, peanuts, ikan bilis - were fine; I added long beans because I was afraid I'd be hungry if I didn't.

Honestly, I expected more. Even as someone who doesn't eat Nasi Lemak often, So Lemak unfortunately fell quite short of expectations. Maybe the fried items here are the highlights?

They ran out of fried chicken. A big plate, although not cheap for hawker centre. Almost $10 with egg. The chicken was passable, while runny yolk and sambal always make rice shiok. The rice is gimmicky since blue pea has no taste. So are the shredded coconut and raw greens.

Baby shrimp crackers, chicken wing, egg. My first time with the crackers. Very interesting albeit basic. It's a paper-thin cracker with hae bi, instead of prawns.

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I don't like the puff pastry variety unfortunately hahaha.

Runned by a mother and daughter, Pak Mandir is a mecca for excellent and affordable nasi lemak in the Yishun area.

There was a really long queue at Pak Mandor even on an early Sunday morning and some of the ingredients like the (legendary) begedil were sold out.

That said, the key to a good nasi lemak is the rice and Pak Mandor's version aced it. Ignoring the artificial looking bright green colour, the coconut and pandan infused rice was soft, fluffy, aromatic and savoury. It's one of the best I have had and all I need is the spicy and savoury samba chilli to go with it and the really really awesome ikan bills which they refuse to sell on its own but was shattering crisp and tasty!

Chicken wing, French beans, egg. Good as usual.

From Boon Lay Power Nasi Lemak
Crispy anchovies and peanuts add a satisfying crunch, while the sliced cucumber provides a refreshing coolness.
The fried egg is cooked to perfection, and the sambal... OH, THE SAMBAL!
It's like a party in your mouth!
And then, the pièce de résistance: the deep-fried drumstick and the paru (fried beef lung) - crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of rich, meaty goodness!
The fluffy coconut rice ties everything together, soaking up all the delicious sauces and flavours.
This Paru Set is a MUST-TRY for any Nasi Lemak lover!
It's a satisfying, joyful, and deliciously crispy experience that will leave you craving for more!

Quite satisfying, especially the chicken wing and chilli, but the rice had no lemak.

Curry chicken bun (S$1.70)