Best Vegetarian Dinner in Tanjong Pagar: A Honest Guide (2026)
If you work in the CBD or live nearby, you already know Tanjong Pagar has a lot of restaurants. Finding a good vegetarian dinner here though, one where you're not stuck choosing between a sad salad and some reheated curry, takes a bit more effort. We are Akasa, a North Indian vegetarian restaurant at 79 Robinson Road in Tanjong Pagar. We think we're the best option in this area for a proper vegetarian sit-down dinner. But this guide also covers the other spots worth knowing about, because we'd rather help you find the right place than just push you to book us. Here's what's actually good for vegetarian dinner in Tanjong Pagar in 2026.
Akasa: North Indian Vegetarian Dinner in Tanjong Pagar
Unlike a standard buffet dinner Singapore setup with food sitting in warmers all evening, Akasa’s version leans on live cooking. Here’s what that actually looks like:
- Chaats assembled fresh at the table, not pre-plated
- Naan and rotis straight off the tandoor
- Tasting courses served in stages rather than dumped onto one long table
- Five distinct courses: amuse bouche, soup, appetisers, mains, and dessert
- Vegetarian accompaniments served alongside the main course, not tacked on separately
This is the format behind every Akasa buffet dinner Singapore booking, whether it’s two people or a private group.
What to Order at Akasa for Dinner
Starters:
- Dudhiya Malai Kebab — cottage cheese with cream cheese, yogurt, and green chilli. Soft and rich. Good way to start.
- Pilla Mirch Broccoli Kebab — charcoal-roasted broccoli with cream cheese and yellow chilli. One of the better vegetarian kebabs you’ll find anywhere in Singapore.
- Akasa Galouti — minced mushroom with saffron and galouti masala. Very popular. Order it.
- Multani Soya Chaap Kebab — soya chaap with cream cheese and yellow chilli. Filling and flavourful.
Main Course:
- Punjabi Kofta Curry — cottage cheese and vegetable dumplings in our signature Akasa gravy. This is a festive dish. The kind that gets ordered at every celebration table.
- Kathal Aloo Bhuna Masala — jackfruit with potato and green chilli. One of the most popular mains on the menu. People who’ve never eaten jackfruit are always surprised by how good this is.
- Balai Saagwala — organic greens with cottage cheese, cumin, and garlic. Fresh and not heavy.
- Subz Handi — spinach with seasonal vegetables and curry. Good if you want something lighter alongside the richer dishes.
Dal and Rice:
- Dal Akasa — black lentils with unsalted butter, slow-cooked for 24 hours. This is the dish we’re most proud of. The time put into it shows.
- Dal Tadka — yellow lentils with garlic, cumin, and borni chilli. Simpler and lighter than Dal Akasa.
- Jackfruit Dum Biryani — jackfruit with basmati rice, saffron, and aromatic spices. A proper vegetarian biryani, not steamed rice with a few vegetables thrown in.
Breads:
- Paronthia Naan — our six-layered signature naan with saffron and nuts. Worth ordering on its own.
- Laccha Paratha — flaky, layered paratha in plain, pudina, or mirchi
- Naan — plain or butter, made fresh in the tandoor
Desserts:
- Dal Akasa Kheer (Lesooni Malai Kheer) — saffron rice pudding with ground garlic. Our signature dessert. It sounds unusual. It’s very good.
- Gulab Jamun — cardamom milk dumplings in sugar syrup. Classic, done properly.
- Paan Kulfi — betel-leaf ice cream. Something different and worth trying.
Why Akasa Works for a Vegetarian Dinner
- The entire menu is vegetarian. You don’t have to navigate around anything.
- The setting is warm and proper. Not a canteen, not overly formal.
- It works for a group with mixed tastes because the menu has enough range.
- CBD location, close to Tanjong Pagar MRT, easy to get to.
- Good for after work, date nights, family dinners, small celebrations.
Address: 79 Robinson Road, #01-03 CapitaSky, Tanjong Pagar, Singapore 068897 Hours: Monday to Saturday, Dinner 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM Phone: +65 80121181
Book through the vegetarian restaurant in Singapore page or call directly.
Other Vegetarian Dinner Options in Tanjong Pagar
Whole Earth — Peranakan Thai Vegetarian, Peck Seah Street
Address: 76 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079331 Hours: Daily 11:30 AM to 3 PM, 5:30 PM to 10 PM
Angel’s Heart — Simple Vegetarian, Stanley Street
Address: 28 Stanley Street, Singapore 068737 Hours: Mon to Fri 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM, Sat 11:30 AM to 4 PM
Ahimsa Sanctuary — Vegan Cafe, Tanjong Pagar
Good for: Vegans, people who want a casual, chilled dinner spot, those who like an outdoor setting
OTTO Ristorante — Italian Vegetarian, Tanjong Pagar
Good for: Mixed groups, Italian food lovers, business dinners with vegetarian requirements
How to Pick the Right Vegetarian Dinner Spot in Tanjong Pagar
Different situations call for different restaurants. Here’s a quick reference:
| Situation | Best Option |
|---|---|
| You want North Indian vegetarian food | Akasa |
| You want Peranakan or Thai plant-based food | Whole Earth |
| You want vegan and casual | Ahimsa Sanctuary |
| You want Italian with vegetarian options | OTTO Ristorante |
| You want a quick, simple vegetarian meal | Angel's Heart |
| You have a mixed group (vegetarian and non-vegetarian) | Akasa (full veg menu works for everyone) |
| It's a celebration or special dinner | Akasa |
| You want CBD convenience after work | Akasa, Whole Earth |
What Makes a Vegetarian Dinner in Tanjong Pagar Worth It
Finding a vegetarian dinner in the CBD is one thing. Finding one that’s actually satisfying is another.
The mistake most people make is picking a restaurant where vegetarian dishes are an afterthought. You get two or three options, usually something with tofu and something with vegetables, and that’s it. It works if you’re not fussy. It doesn’t work if you actually like food and want a real dinner.
The places on this list are different. Whole Earth built its whole menu around plant-based cooking. Angel’s Heart has been doing simple vegetarian food honestly for years. And Akasa built a full North Indian vegetarian menu from scratch, not by removing meat from existing dishes but by treating vegetarian cooking as the main event.
That’s the difference worth paying attention to when you’re choosing.
Vegetarian Dinner at Akasa: What to Expect From the Evening
Walk into Akasa and it doesn’t feel like a health food restaurant. It doesn’t feel like a regular curry house either. The space is warm, the lighting is right for an evening out, and the setting suits both a quiet dinner and a small group celebration.
You sit down, you get water, the menu comes. Staff know the dishes well and will guide you if you’re not sure what to order. Spice levels can be adjusted. If you have dietary preferences beyond vegetarian, mention them and the kitchen will work with you.
The food comes out fresh. The dal takes a moment because it’s slow-cooked and served properly. The breads are made to order, which means they arrive hot. The desserts are real Indian sweets, not just ice cream.
It’s a complete vegetarian dinner, from start to finish, at a restaurant that was built for exactly that.
For group bookings, the dinner in Singapore page has more details on formats and how to reserve.
Getting to Tanjong Pagar for Dinner
Tanjong Pagar is one of the most connected parts of Singapore for dining. Here’s how to get there:
MRT:
- Tanjong Pagar MRT (East West Line) — short walk to most restaurants in the area
- Maxwell MRT (Thomson-East Coast Line) — also close, good alternative
Parking:
- CapitaSky building has parking for Akasa diners
- Tanjong Pagar Plaza carpark nearby
- Multiple URA carparks in the area
From Orchard: 15 minutes by taxi or Grab From Marina Bay: 10 minutes by MRT or taxi
The area is easy to navigate and most restaurants are within a five to ten minute walk of the MRT station.
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FAQS
Vegetarian Dinner in Tanjong Pagar
Akasa at 79 Robinson Road is the best option for a full sit-down vegetarian dinner in Tanjong Pagar, especially if you want North Indian food. Whole Earth on Peck Seah Street is the best choice for Peranakan-Thai plant-based food.
Yes. The entire menu at Akasa is vegetarian. There are no meat dishes. The kitchen is built around North Indian vegetarian cooking, so every dish on the menu is an option for vegetarians.
Start with the Pilla Mirch Broccoli Kebab or the Akasa Galouti. For mains, order the Punjabi Kofta Curry and Kathal Aloo Bhuna Masala. Get the Dal Akasa (slow-cooked for 24 hours) and the Paronthia Naan. Finish with Lesooni Malai Kheer or Gulab Jamun.
Yes. Whole Earth is one of the most respected plant-based restaurants in Singapore, with a Michelin Bib Gourmand. The menu is Peranakan-Thai and fully plant-based with no mock meat or MSG.
Yes. Ahimsa Sanctuary is a vegan cafe in Tanjong Pagar with a relaxed, plant-based menu. Akasa also has vegan options on request, and the menu has many naturally vegan dishes.
Yes. The setting at Akasa is warm, quiet enough for conversation, and not too formal. It works well for dinner dates, especially if you want Indian food in a comfortable setting. Book a table in advance on weekends.
Akasa is at 79 Robinson Road, #01-03 CapitaSky. The nearest MRT is Tanjong Pagar Station on the East West Line. Maxwell MRT on the Thomson-East Coast Line is also close. Parking is available at the CapitaSky building.
A full dinner with starters, mains, dal, biryani, and dessert for two people typically comes to around S80toS120 before service charge.
Yes. Akasa handles group bookings for vegetarian dinners. Contact the restaurant directly at +65 80121181 or through the Indian vegetarian restaurant in Singapore page with your date, group size, and any dietary requirements.
Akasa is the main North Indian vegetarian restaurant in the Tanjong Pagar and CBD area. Saravanaa Bhavan in the wider area offers South Indian vegetarian food. For North Indian vegetarian specifically, Akasa is your best option in this part of Singapore.
Final Word
Tanjong Pagar has good vegetarian dinner options. Whole Earth is genuinely excellent for Peranakan-Thai plant-based food. Angel’s Heart is honest and simple. Ahimsa Sanctuary is good for vegans who want a relaxed setting.
But if you want North Indian vegetarian food done properly in the CBD, with real cooking from a real tandoor and a menu that was built around vegetarian food from the start, come to Akasa.
The Dal Akasa alone is worth the trip.
For more on vegetarian dining options across Singapore, check the best Indian vegetarian dishes guide for more ideas on what to eat and where to find it.
Visit Us
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 79 Robinson Road, #01-03 CapitaSky, Tanjong Pagar, Singapore 068897 |
| Dinner Hours | Monday to Saturday, 5:30pm – 9:30pm |
| Phone | +65 8012 1181 |
| info@akasa.sg |