With a menu “as flexible as a yogi” and cocktails that swing from full-proof indulgence to zero-proof refreshment, Firangi Superstar makes sure no one is forgotten, and no one leaves hungry
What’s the story?
Its name may translate to ‘foreigner’, but there’s nothing alien about the warmth at Firangi Superstar. From the moment you step within, the restaurant makes a point of embracing all palates and preferences. Vegetarians aren’t an afterthought here; every dish has a plant-based counterpart, and the cocktail menu runs the gamut from high-octane pours for the bold to nuanced zero-proof sips for when you’re simply not in the mood for booze.
It’s a philosophy rooted in inclusivity: everyone’s welcome at the table, and everyone gets a taste of Firangi’s playful spirit.
What’s good on the menu?
Start with the papads and crackers, a simple yet irresistible appetiser served with house-made dips (the smoky tomato chutney, nutty cashew-sesame chutney, and punchy mango raita had us scraping the bowl). A special mention goes to the Smoked Mozzarella Naan (S$15) and Black Garlic Naan (S$14): soft, airy, and light, yet with just the right chew–it’s the sort of bread that vanishes basket by basket.
Among the mains, the Nut Kraken (S$32) is a showstopper. Expertly grilled octopus, marinated in spices and cooked pollichathu-style in banana leaf, is served over a Kerala-style sauce that’s equal parts sweet and smoky. A drizzle of banana leaf oil and a scattering of coconut chips add fragrance, crunch, and depth. If indulgence is your thing, don’t skip the Big Baller Peperoner (S$28). Think classic paneer, Manchurian reimagined–only instead of paneer, you get a golden burrata sphere, crispy on the outside and creamy within, sitting on a rich chilli sauce.
And for dessert? Do the right thing by yourself and order the Rasmalai “Tres Leches” (S$16). It’s a joyous layering of saffron cream, pistachios, milk-soaked cake, and housemade saffron ice cream; fragrant, refreshing, and the perfect palate cleanser after the riot of spices that precede it.
What else is there to know?
Cocktails here are crafted to match the food’s boldness. The half-proof Guava Jalwa (S$24), with tequila, fizzy guava, and a zesty chilli chaat masala rim, is bright and refreshing, while the half-proof Monsoon in Goa (S$24) puts a flirty, fruit-forward spin on the classic Jungle Bird. For something moodier, the full-proof Bru O’Fashion (S$25) takes the familiar kick of Bru coffee and drapes it over the slow sophistication of an Old Fashioned.
Firangi’s eclectic, cinematic interiors make it a stellar spot for groups or date nights alike,but the food is where the real star power lies. Come hungry, leave starstruck.
Address:
20 Craig Road
#01-03
Singapore 089692
