Satay is more than grilled meat on a stick. It’s technique, tradition, and taste bundled together in smoky, sizzling skewers. In Singapore, satay stalls are everywhere—but only a few consistently serve satay that stands out for flavor, craftsmanship, and sauce mastery. Here are ten of the best satay stalls that have earned their place through quality, legacy, and pure taste.
1. Shi Xiang Satay
Location: Chinatown Complex Market & Food Centre, 335 Smith St, #02-79, Singapore 050335
Since 1955, Shi Xiang Satay has relied on handcrafted methods passed down from a humble pushcart on Sago Lane. The stall, now helmed by the founder’s son, serves pork and chicken satay marinated for 24 hours in a spice blend influenced by Indian flavors. Each skewer is grilled over charcoal and served with a Hainanese-style peanut sauce—chunky, fiery, and balanced with pineapple puree. The pork satay is especially praised for its tenderness and flavor depth.
Highlights:
- 24-hour spice marinade
- Smoky charcoal grilling
- Pineapple-laced peanut sauce
2. Pang’s Satay – Chinatown Complex Market & Food Centre
Location: Chinatown Complex Market & Food Centre, 335 Smith St, #02-213, Singapore 050335
Facebook: satay.pang.5
Pang’s Satay was launched in 2018 by a husband-wife team who left their previous careers for satay. They focus on Hainanese-style skewers, including pork belly, pork, and chicken. Their marinade is mild, allowing the natural sweetness of the meat to come forward. The peanut sauce includes grated pineapple, giving it a zesty and tangy finish. The pork belly satay, in particular, stands out for its juicy richness.
Highlights:
- Freshly grilled over charcoal
- Option for leaner or fattier cuts
- Traditional pineapple-enhanced sauce
3. Chye Seng Satay – Old Airport Road Food Centre
Location: Old Airport Road Food Centre, 51 Old Airport Rd, #01-146 Food Centre, Singapore 390051
This stall has been operating for over 60 years and still sticks to handmade methods. The elderly couple behind the grill prepares everything from scratch, including slicing the meat against the grain and frying their own peanuts for the sauce. Their ketupat is packed in bamboo shells, adding aroma. While pork and chicken are staples, they occasionally offer mutton. They’re also known for pork lard satay—a rich, fatty indulgence grilled to a crisp.
Highlights:
- Bamboo-wrapped ketupat
- Handmade peanut sauce with pineapple
- Pork lard skewers
4. Yong Seng Satay – Bukit Timah Market & Food Centre
Location: Bukit Timah Wet Market & Food Centre (Interim), 2A Jln Seh Chuan, #01-005, Singapore 599213
Facebook: YongSengSatay
Over 70 years of service defines Yong Seng Satay. Their skewers are meatier than most, with pork, chicken, and mutton options. The pork satay stands out for being savory without excessive sweetness. Mutton offers chew with no gamey aftertaste. Their thick, pineapple-topped peanut sauce and sticky ketupat deliver strong traditional cues that customers keep returning for.
Highlights:
- Large, meaty skewers
- Well-balanced marinade
- Thick, tangy peanut sauce
5. Kwong Satay
Location: 517 Lor 27A Geylang, Singapore 389473
Website: kwongsatay.com.sg
From a Katong trishaw in the 1960s to a permanent stall in Geylang, Kwong Satay has grown without losing its roots. Run by Mr. Sim Peng Kuen, the stall features pork belly satay that’s well-marinated, slightly fatty, and intensely smoky. The peanut sauce, made with lemongrass, candlenut, blue ginger, and belachan, is smooth and rich. The use of traditional leaves for ketupat adds to its nostalgic charm.
Highlights:
- Signature pork belly satay
- Complex spice blend with Indian and Peranakan influence
- Velvety peanut sauce with pineapple
6. 168 CMY Satay
Location: Chinatown Complex Market & Food Centre, 335 Smith St, #02-168, Singapore 050335
Facebook: 168SATAY
Though the meat is supplied by Chun Man Yuan, the grilling makes all the difference. Spencer, the stall owner, brings skill to the flame, producing skewers that are juicy, tender, and full of charcoal flavor. Pork, chicken, and mutton are all available, and the fat-meat balance on each skewer pays homage to satay’s old-school roots. Their sauce is tangy with pineapple and never overwhelms the satay.
Highlights:
- Michelin Plate recognition
- Strong meat-to-fat ratio
- Bright, nutty sauce with pineapple
7. Chomp Chomp Satay
Location: Chomp Chomp Food Centre, 20 Kensington Park Rd, #01-34, Singapore 557269
Chomp Chomp Satay offers a broad menu with pork, chicken, beef, and mutton satay. The chicken skewers are noted for their juicy texture and a light honey-sweet glaze. The peanut sauce is thick and mildly spiced with pineapple puree that gives it a sharper, fruitier edge. A consistent favorite for residents and tourists alike, the stall’s reputation is further solidified by its inclusion in the Singapore Michelin Guide.
Highlights:
- Michelin Plate award
- Sweet-glazed chicken satay
- Balanced sweet-spicy sauce
8. Haron Satay & Chicken Wing
Location: East Coast Lagoon Food Village, 1220 ECP, #01-55, Singapore 468960
Website: haronsatay.oddle.me
Since 1980, Haron Satay 55 has been a steady force in Singapore’s satay landscape. They were even a satay supplier for Singapore Airlines’ premium cabins. They serve chicken, beef, and mutton, all marinated with lemongrass for a refreshing undertone. The chicken satay is consistently moist, while the beef and mutton carry just enough bite. Their peanut sauce is made twice daily, chunky and sweet with a little heat to round it out.
Highlights:
- Airline-quality satay
- Lemongrass-marinated meat
- Twice-fresh peanut sauce
9. Warong Sudi Mampir
Location: Haig Road Market & Food Centre, 14 Haig Rd, #01-19, Singapore 430014
This stall goes beyond the usual meats, offering babat (tripe) and hati (liver/heart) satay alongside chicken, beef, and mutton. The light marinade lets the character of each meat come through. The mutton skewers, in particular, are praised for flavor and tenderness. Their peanut sauce is rich, creamy, and well-seasoned—ideal for those who prefer a more traditional Malay-style satay experience.
Highlights:
- Offal options like tripe and liver
- Charcoal grilled with minimal sweetness
- Creamy peanut sauce
10. Swee Satay
Location: Blk 644 Hougang Ave 8, Level 1 Broadway Coffeeshop, Singapore 530644
A neighborhood secret, Swee Satay draws fans for its bold marinade and consistent grilling. Pork, chicken, and mutton are all done with care. The mutton satay, in particular, gets attention for its tenderness and fat balance. Their peanut sauce is generously filled with grated peanuts, giving it texture and flavor punch. The chicken satay earns praise for being especially juicy and flavorful.
Highlights:
- Strong spice blend in marinade
- Textured peanut sauce
- Family-run with loyal customers
Final Thoughts
Each of these satay stalls showcases its own approach—whether through legacy, spice formulation, or grilling finesse. They prove that satay is far from uniform. It’s meat, but it’s also history, heat, and hands-on craftsmanship. If grilled meat skewers are your thing, these are the places that deliver every single time.
