Best Diwali Dining in Singapore 2025: Indian Restaurants Serving Festive Menus
The best of Diwali dining and Deepavali menus in Singapore to indulge in with colleagues and family this festive season
Diwali dining in Singapore takes on a dazzling new dimension this year, with the city's top Indian restaurants curating festive menus that blend tradition and creativity at the table.
Expect everything from richly spiced curries and indulgent thalis to inventive takes on mithai, each crafted to capture the joy of the season. From family gatherings to indulging with colleagues, or simply if you are craving a memorable feast, these Diwali menus promise a deliciously celebratory experience.
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SanSara at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore - Festive Thalis to Curated Diwali Menus
SanSara is bringing tradition, storytelling, and culinary craft together this Diwali with a series of special dining experiences. From limited-edition Diwali Thalis to a newly launched North Indian Tiffin dining concept and artisanal Mithai gift boxes, every detail has been designed to capture the joy of the festival.
The festive thali (available 18 to 23 October 2025 at $88++ per person) comes in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian versions, featuring dishes like Punjabi Murgh Tikka, Laal Maans lamb shank, Malai Broccoli with nutmeg garam masala, and a golden Keshari Rasmalai to finish. For something nostalgic yet modern, their new Tiffin Sets, served in traditional copperware, offer layered dining journeys across North India. Each set comes with a four-tier culinary promise: a chaat appetiser, a regional curry of the day with naan or rice, a side of seasonal vegetables or meat, and traditional Indian sweets for dessert. Lunch sets are priced at $48++ and available from 1 October onwards.
No Diwali is complete without sweets, and SanSara’s Diwali Mithai Gift Box (12 handcrafted confections priced at $98+, early bird at $78.40+) celebrates festive traditions with creations like Rajsi Mewa, saffron-rich Sunehri Mohar and Aam-e-Khas mango delights. With each piece crafted by Master Chef Pannalal Nath, the box is as much a keepsake as it is a treat, making it ideal for family or corporate gifting.
Beyond the festive menus, SanSara’s à la carte offerings showcase North Indian cuisine through signature kebabs, hearty curries, and regional classics given a contemporary touch. Each dish draws on tradition while offering a comforting yet luxurious dining experience.
To add to the Diwali feasting from 18 to 23 October, guests who order the Diwali Thali Set will receive a complimentary cup of Masala Tea, while those dining à la carte will be treated to both a complimentary cup of Masala Tea and a serving of Gulab Jamun.
SanSara is located at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore, 392 Havelock Road, Singapore 169663.
Tiffin Room at Raffles Hotel Singapore - 3-course Diwali Dining Experience
Tiffin Room at Raffles Hotel Singapore invites guests to celebrate Diwali with a special festive menu, running from 9 to 23 October 2025. This curated, three-course dining experience celebrates the rich culinary heritage of indian cuisine in Singapore, available in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
The menu highlights include appetisers such as the popular Gujrati Dholka, Pudhina and Santari Golgappa, also known as Pani Puri, and a Fish Kebab with plump Chutney.
Guests can also opt for the exclusive Tiffin Room Golden Tadka Beer, which is a wheat ale beer boasting flavours of coriander and curry leaves. Mains are served in signature Tiffin boxes and feature non-vegetarian dishes like Balti Murgh (chicken leg), Taar Korma (lamb chops), and the exquisite Pepper Coconut Masala Prawn. The Lamb Yakhani Pulao is also a key highlight.
Optional wine pairings are available, featuring a 2021 Mystic Island Yihu Cabernet Franc and a 2024 Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc, specifically chosen to complement the rich Indian gravies.
Desserts include Gulab Halwa, Mango Malai, and Nariyal Pista Burfi, which can be enjoyed with an optional 1985 Dalva Colheita Port pairing.
The Diwali Non-Vegetarian Set Menu is priced at 132++ per guest, and the additional wine pairing option costs 98++ per guest.
Tiffin Room at Raffles Hotel Singapore, 1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673. Located at the Main Building, accessible via the main hotel entrance.
Rang Mahal - A Seven Course Indulgent Diwali Dining Menu and Artisanal Gift Box
Celebrated Indian dining restaurant Rang Mahal begins a new journey at Naumi Hotel Singapore, pulling out all the stops for this festive season with an opulent 7-Course Diwali Feast and an exclusive Artisanal Gift Box.
The 7-Course Diwali Feast is a luxurious dining experience that blends time-honoured recipes with beautiful presentation. The meal opens with Rang Mahal’s Special Chaat and a silky Broccoli Soup, followed by a choice between vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus. Non-vegetarian highlights include Lamb Seekh Kebab brushed with chilli butter and served with a baby spinach and avocado salad, Konkan Fish Curry infused with Maharashtrian kokum and coconut, and the restaurant’s signature Butter Chicken. The vegetarian menu brings together Maa’s Chilli Cheese Pakora, Rajasthani Palak, Old Delhi Paneer Makhani, and Rang Mahal’s Signature Yellow Dal Tadka for a comforting yet elegant spread.
An artisanal bread basket and Hyderabadi Vegetarian Biryani bridge the savoury courses, before dessert takes centre stage with Saffron Rasmalai, Blueberry Chocolate Cake with Coconut Ice Cream, and Lychee Kulfi. The experience concludes with a fragrant Five Spice Tea featuring saffron, cinnamon, clove, pepper, and cardamom: a fitting finale to this indulgent celebration. The feast is priced at S$138++ per person, available exclusively at Rang Mahal.
Continuing its annual tradition of giving back, Rang Mahal supports the Breast Cancer Foundation this Diwali by donating 10% of profits from the sale of its Artisanal Gift Box to the cause. Beautifully packaged and thoughtfully curated, each box features handcrafted delights such as Millet Almond Cookies, Dark Choco-Chip Biscuits, Almond Brittle, Cashew Brittle Brownie, Smoked Almonds, Roasted & Salted Cashews, and Party Mix, alongside premium teas like Kashmiri Kahwa and Sattva Ananda Masala Chai. Perfect for sharing joy and supporting a worthy cause this Diwali!
Rang Mahal@ NAUMI HOTEL is located at 41 Seah St, Singapore 188396. Phone (+65) 96674244 or email [email protected] for more information.
Shahi Maharani - Diwali Special Menus and Decadent Buffets
Step into regal Indian hospitality this Diwali at Shahi Maharani, where celebrations stretch across a full week of feasting. From 13 to 20 October 2025, the restaurant presents its Gastronomic Lunch Buffet, a festive showcase of traditional dishes and festive favourites.
Weekday diners can indulge in a line-up of Hare Muttar ki Kebab, Tandoori Paneer, Shahi’s signature Butter Chicken, and Jheenga Curry, while the weekend spreads turn more lavish with live chaat counters serving Paani Puri and Papadi Chaat, smoky kebabs such as Achari Paneer Tikka and Kasundi Fish Tikka, alongside curries and festive biryanis. To complete the experience, desserts like jalebi, gulab jamun, kheer, gajar halwa, and handcrafted mithais are served throughout the week.
On 20 October, Diwali night itself, the celebrations reach their peak with a Grand Diwali Celebration Dinner. This opulent buffet pulls out all the stops, with stations for live chaats, sizzling kebabs like Galouti and Achari Chicken Tikka, and an abundant spread of curries ranging from Rajasthani Laal Maas to Chicken Chettinad and Malabari Fish Curry.
Vegetarian highlights include Paneer Stuffed Spinach Kofta, Dum Aloo, and dhal Maharani, all served with freshly baked naans and fragrant Dum Vegetable Biryani. For sweets, guests can indulge in festive mithais, kulfi pops, crispy jalebis, gulab jamun, and even a refreshing Mitha Paan to end the night. The perfect way to celebrate the festival of lights with your family or loved ones.
Shahi Maharani. 252 North Bridge Road, #03-21B Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore 179103. Make your reservations via their website at www.shahimaharani.com.
Yantra - Diwali Menu Featuring a 4-Course Set Lunch
Yantra is marking the season with a Festival Diwali Set Lunch priced at S$58 per person, available from 1 October onwards in both non-vegetarian and vegetarian versions. Each menu celebrates the depth of Indian flavours, presented with a modern take.
For non-vegetarians, the journey begins with Palak Patta Chaat, Fish Ajwaini Tikka, Murgh Chakuri, and Chargrilled Mutton Boti, leading into a choice of mains like Hydrabadi Chicken Curry or Nihari Gosht. These are served with comforting sides of lasooni palak, kabuli pulao, dal, naan, and a chef’s Dessert of the Day.
Vegetarians can enjoy a line-up of Palak Patta Chaat, Banana Kebab, Golden Corn Dahi Bites, and Pumpkin Paturi, followed by mains such as Jaipuri Pyaz Paneer Ki Sabzi or Milao Ki Jholgiri. Like the non-vegetarian option, the set is rounded out with seasonal sides and dessert, offering a balanced and festive feast.
Yantra Singapore. 163 Tanglin Road, #01-129/130 Tanglin Mall, Singapore 247933.
Tandoor at Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre - Diwali Special Buffet 2025
Tandoor at Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre brings in the festive spirit with a Diwali Special Buffet available for lunch and dinner on 18, 19 and 20 October 2025. Designed as a culinary celebration of India’s most beloved festival, the buffet promises authentic flavours, signature dishes, and indulgent desserts that capture the joy of Diwali in every bite.
Expect a feast of festive favourites, including Dum Aloo Kashmiri, potatoes stuffed with mint-flavoured cottage cheese in a rich cashew and tomato gravy and the aromatic Hyderabadi Murgh Biryani, slow-cooked over a traditional fire with saffron, star anise, and mace powder.
To end on a sweet note, the Jalebi with Rabdi, golden syrup-soaked coils paired with thickened sweet milk, offers a delicious finish to the celebration.
The Diwali Special Buffet is priced at S$138++ for two adults (1-for-1 promotion) and S$30++ per child, with a 20% early bird discount for bookings made before 5 October 2025.
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