Masizzim
With its buzzy vibes, heartily portioned stews and spacious seating, this casual Korean joint scores high on the holiday get-together list. Get in here when it’s cool outside and huddle up with your friends over the thick, rich Beef Rib Stew ($18) and the fluffy Crabmeat Egg Roll ($12.90).
TONO Cevicheria
Drop in DUO Galleria’s hottest cevicheria for a guaranteed good time with friends who like to let loose over the holidays. The people are friendly and the food’s fun too — share party-worthy Peruvian fare like the signature TONO (ceviche and calamari, $28) and Peruvian Chicharrones (crispy pork belly, $28). And don’t leave without a shot of zingy Tiger’s Milk (aji pepper juice, $4).
Vatos Urban Tacos
Easily one of our favourite taquerias in town, this South Beach Road spot and its long tables were made to host big taco blowouts. The kitchen serves up cheesy, addictive Queso and Chips ($16) and crispy Baja Fish Tacos ($10), while the bar’s got your drinking needs covered with their speciality Makgeolitas ($26) that blends tequila with Korean rice wine for a punchy tipple!
Scaled by Ah Hua Kelong
When it comes to family celebrations, getting together for seafood is always a good idea. Take dinner up a notch at the more refined Scaled, which dishes up smart, delicious seafood dishes in a slightly fancier setting. Get the Roasted Black Grouper ($28) and Curry Mussels with Mantou ($16) to share — everything is locally sourced for freshness and it shows.
Mookata Traditional Thai BBQ
What’s a mookata party if not a grillin’ good time? Gather the colleagues for a year-end meal and get the team spirit going to cook up a festive lunch together. From just $25.90 per pax, the buffet’s juicy bacon and tom yum chicken thighs will hit the spot for all holiday meat cravings.
TAP
Raise your glasses to the holiday cheer! This craft beer bar is an easy go-to if you’re looking for a last-minute spot to get the troops together. The Triple Beer ($30) deal is perfect to start the group off on a high note, and there’s also the delicious Pulled Beef Focaccia Pizza ($8) to line tummies.
Indochili
For those who like their parties with a little kick, this Indonesian family restaurant delivers with their spicy, punchy fare. Order the Combo Bakaran ($50.80) to share — a combination of grilled prawns, squid, chicken, satay and an excellent black pomfret, slathered in their spot-on chilli sauce. The 90-seater in Zion Road is fit for big groups, and there’s also a more central location in Tanjong Pagar Centre.
Hai Xian Lao
There’s nothing like warm, steamy hotpot to cap the year off in good company. Bring your favourite people for a wonderful time at this Dhoby Ghaut hotspot. Dive straight for the excellent Pork Collar ($16.80) and Wagyu Beef ($26.80), which make for great cuts to dip in their thick and flavourful collagen soup.
