A Taste Of Home Across The Pond
If you've ever been stuck in London desperately craving a proper bowl of laksa — the kind with that thick, coconut-rich gravy and a spice hit that makes your nose run — Singapulah might just save your trip. This popular Singaporean restaurant has been making serious waves among homesick Singaporeans and curious Londoners alike, and for good reason. Their laksa and bak chor mee are the real deal, not some watered-down "inspired by" interpretation you'd find at a generic pan-Asian chain. For any Singaporean planning a London holiday, this is a mandatory pit stop.
What Singapulah Gets Right
Singapulah has built its reputation on refusing to compromise on authenticity. The laksa here uses a rempah paste that's made from scratch daily, ground with dried shrimp, candlenuts, galangal, and a generous amount of chilli — the kind of effort most restaurants outside of Southeast Asia simply won't bother with. The coconut milk broth is rich without being cloying, and comes loaded with prawns, fish cake, tau pok, and thick bee hoon. It's the closest thing to a Katong laksa you'll find anywhere in Europe, and regulars swear it holds its own against many hawker stalls back home.
Then there's the bak chor mee, which is arguably even harder to get right overseas. Singapulah serves the dry version with springy mee pok tossed in a punchy mix of vinegar, chilli, and black sauce, topped with minced pork, sliced mushrooms, and crispy lard bits. Finding proper BCM outside of Singapore is like spotting a unicorn, so the fact that Singapulah nails the balance of tangy, savoury, and spicy is genuinely impressive. The portion sizes are hearty too — no tiny tasting bowls here.
The Menu Beyond The Classics
While laksa and BCM are the headline acts, Singapulah's menu runs deep with Singaporean comfort food. Their Hainanese chicken rice features silky poached chicken with fragrant oily rice, and the nasi lemak comes with a sambal that packs proper heat. They also rotate specials that include dishes like curry chicken and har cheong gai, giving you even more reason to visit multiple times during a London trip. Prices sit around £12 to £18 per main, which is very reasonable by central London standards where a mediocre sandwich can easily set you back £10.
- Must-try: Laksa with extra hum (cockles) — rich, spicy, and deeply satisfying
- Close second: Dry bak chor mee with added crispy lard
- Also worth ordering: Hainanese chicken rice and curry chicken
- Price range: £12–£18 per main dish
Singapulah
📍 London, United Kingdom
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Why Singaporeans Are Making The Detour
Part of Singapulah's charm is the community it has built. The restaurant has become a gathering point for Singaporeans living in or passing through London, a place where you can hear Singlish being spoken across tables and bond with strangers over shared cravings for home-cooked flavours. Their social media following has grown rapidly, with plenty of Singaporean food bloggers vouching for the quality. It's not just nostalgia driving the hype — the food genuinely delivers on flavour and execution.
The Verdict
Singapulah is doing Singapore proud in London. If you're planning a trip to the UK anytime soon, bookmark this spot immediately. The laksa is legit, the BCM is one of a kind for that side of the world, and the overall experience feels like a warm slice of home wrapped in a London postcode. Skip the fish and chips for one meal — your Singaporean stomach will thank you.
