Cafe Mariam @ 116 Changi Road

Name: Cafe Mariam
Address: 116 Changi Road, Singapore 419718, SG
Telephone: 9369 8564
Rating: 4.7

116 Changi Road, Singapore 419718 #01-02

4.7/5.0 (335 reviews)

Muslim OwnedRestaurantMalaySeafoodChickenVegetarianLambBeefBBQ

9369 8564

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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Last Updated: 9th October 2026

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Safia Iqbal

Rated 5.0/5.0 4 months ago

Flavourful and delicious Mandi in Joo Chiat. Very down to earth and humble owner. Has a personal touch to the food and cooks with his heart. Will definitely visit often. Seating only outdoors, can get little hot for lunch. But the Mandi is worth it. The food portion is more than enough. I couldn’t finish it.

Calvin Lee

Rated 5.0/5.0 4 months ago

Lunch craving for briyani brought us here and the first thing that pops up wasn’t the usual reddish yellow briyani rice, or rendang style chicken / lamb. Presented to us was flavorful briyani rice without any coloring and BBQ style grilled mutton and chicken. Rice tasted a little salty but that’s to match the subtle flavor of the meat, when you combine both, the flavors just explode in your mouth. Meat is tender and has little fat but yet maintain the moist and juiciness, tasting isn’t overbearing with spices but just natural meat juice. By far one of the better briyani I had. Be ready to wait though as the boss function alone. Service can be slower and place is not air con, hence if weather is hot, you will likely be sweating while eating.

Mahmut TURGUT

Rated 5.0/5.0 5 months ago

Cafe Mariam serves one of the best biryanis I’ve had in a long time. The mutton biryani is absolutely amazing — full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and incredibly satisfying. The meat is tender, the rice is fragrant, and the spices are balanced perfectly. You can really taste the quality and care in the food. They also serve chicken biryani for those who prefer chicken, and it’s delicious as well. But personally, I highly recommend the mutton version — it’s truly exceptional. What also makes this place special is the atmosphere and hospitality. The owner is extremely kind, friendly, and welcoming, which makes the dining experience even better. It’s always nice to visit places where people genuinely care about their customers. If you are a biryani lover, this place is definitely worth trying. Highly recommended, and I will definitely come back again.

Nicholas Deng

Rated 5.0/5.0 6 months ago

My favorite Mandi place in Singapore. Have tried the mutton, lamb shank and chicken and all are delicious. The mutton and shank are so tender that they can be broken apart by the back of the spoon and the rice is smoky and light. The owner uses a blowtorch to smoke the meats, enhancing the smokiness and char. He also keeps the fat on the mutton which melts in your mouth, making the meal feel like total bliss. I also strongly recommend trying the mint tea and teh tarik, they are incredible palette cleansers for this incredible meal. Note: they only sell Mandi now, not biryani.

Desmond Wong

Rated 5.0/5.0 7 months ago

Got recommended to try Cafe Mariam by my boss—and he even brought me here himself, so expectations were already quite high. First visit I had the Chicken Biryani, second time went for the Mutton Mandi. This time, both dishes came together on one large platter, which honestly made the whole experience feel even more shiok. The mandi stood out immediately—much richer, with that strong, buttery ghee flavour that hits you right away. The chicken came as a full thigh and drumstick, super tender and juicy, with a slight smoky taste and even a bit of torching on the outside that added extra depth. The mutton was equally impressive—had this dark, smoky crust, clearly torched directly, giving it a bold flavour while still keeping the meat soft inside. What I liked was how everything was balanced out. There’s a thick yoghurt on the side—sweet with a slight sourness—and a green salsa that’s both tangy and spicy. Mixing them together helps tone down the heat so your tongue doesn’t feel like it’s on fire after a few bites. There were also some veggie sides that paired really well with the yoghurt, kind of like a Middle Eastern-style coleslaw. Overall, solid recommendation. Definitely one of those places I’d come back to, especially if I’m craving something hearty and flavourful.

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