Anjappar Westgate represents over 50 years of authentic Chettinad culinary excellence, bringing the rare spiciest and most aromatic cuisine from southern India's Tamil Nadu region to Singapore since 2005. Founded in Chennai in 1964, this renowned restaurant chain has become synonymous with Chettinad cuisine, a unique cooking style pioneered by the Chettiyars who traveled extensively for business and developed this distinctive culinary tradition using exotic spices and bold flavors. Located at 3 Gateway Drive #04-08, Anjappar specializes in the complex art of Chettinad cooking, which utilizes essential spices like marathimokku (dried flower pods), anasipoo (star aniseed), and kalpasi (black stone flower lichen) to create dishes that deliver intense aromatic experiences.
The menu showcases the best of South Indian non-vegetarian cuisine with signature dishes that have made Anjappar famous throughout Singapore's Indian food scene. The restaurant's specialty Chicken Chettinad demonstrates the mastery of spice blending that defines this regional cuisine, while their aromatic biryanis in chicken, mutton, and vegetable varieties showcase the depth of flavors achievable through traditional preparation methods. Popular offerings include Turkey Roast/Masala featuring turkey cubes cooked in authentic Chettinad masala with ginger garlic paste, expertly prepared Fish Fry using seer fish marinated and dusted in aromatic spices before deep frying, and various flavorful fish and seafood curries that highlight the coastal influences of Chettinad cuisine.
Anjappar's commitment to authenticity extends to their use of fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques that ensure each dish provides guests with a genuine taste of Tamil Nadu's culinary heritage. The restaurant caters to both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preferences, with each preparation carefully crafted to deliver the characteristic intensity and aromatic complexity that makes Chettinad cuisine so distinctive. As part of their expansion across Singapore with five total locations, the Westgate outlet serves as a culinary ambassador for South Indian cuisine, offering diners an educational and flavorful journey through one of India's most celebrated regional cooking traditions in a comfortable, accessible setting.
I recently dined at this Indian restaurant and was disappointed with the Mutton Biryani. The portion of mutton was extremely small—just two tiny, bony pieces—which did not justify the $16 price tag. The pricing felt excessive, especially given the lack of substantial meat in the dish.
When I asked the waiter if this was really the standard portion of mutton, he simply said "yes" and walked away without any further explanation or concern. This lack of customer service added to the overall disappointment.
On a positive note, the ambience was decent, offering an authentic Indian restaurant feel. However, the portion sizes and service definitely need improvement to match the cost and provide better value for customers.
Grace JM
Ordered the fried fish meal and when it arrived I was totally surprised how thinly the fish was sliced and I must say it takes the skills of a sushi master to slice that thin. With a set consisting mostly of different gravies, 1 piece of chapati, 1 piece of papad and vegetables and the thinnest slice of fish I have ever eaten in my life for a price of $21, really disappointing.
Grace Jia Min
I ordered the fried fish meal, and when it arrived, I was totally surprised by how thinly the fish was sliced—it takes the skills of a sushi master to slice it that thin. The set consisted mostly of different gravies, 1 piece of chapati, 1 piece of papad, vegetables, and the thinnest slice of fish I have ever eaten in my life. For a price of $21, this was really disappointing.
Haziq Hashim
I recently dined at this Indian restaurant and was disappointed with the Mutton Biryani. The portion of mutton was extremely small—just two tiny, bony pieces—which did not justify the $16 price tag. The price felt excessive, especially given the lack of substantial meat in the dish.
When I asked the waiter if this was really the standard portion of mutton, he simply said "yes" and walked away without any further explanation or concern. This lack of customer service added to the overall disappointment.
On a positive note, the ambiance was decent, offering an authentic Indian restaurant feel. However, the portion sizes and service definitely need improvement to match the cost and provide better value for customers.
Positive Reviews
Ryan Kueh
Tasty Chettinad food in the West!
Here is a short blurb of the things we had:
- Tandoori Chicken: Smokey and well-marinated. Came with a chutney that could be minty-er, but chicken was flavourful enough nonetheless.
- Gobi65: This was actually gobsmacking yummy. Crispy, not oily, soft and tender cauliflower in the inside. Do yourself a favour and order this.
- Fish Biryani: Came with generous chunks of fish steak. Curry was flavourful.
- Kadai Chicken: Spicy and creamy. Sauce split a little but that’s fine. Pairs the biryani and naan well.
- Filter coffee: Absolute must order!
The only con is that it’s a little expensive. Else, would come again more frequently.
There’s also handwashing basins for those who wanna eat with your hands (as one should)
Chee Wan Lim
May 2025 Review
- Special Anjappar Chicken (not really to our liking)
- Curry Fish Head, Lady fingers are very old
Year 2024 Review
We are not very adventurous and ordered a few familiar dishes
- Chicken 65
- Chicken Lolipop
- Butter & Cheese Naan
- Cheese Masala
The family enjoyed the food and finished everything
Estelle Mitchell
A good restaurant overall, we are european, so we are not very spice tolerant. The spice was fine. It was spicy but not too spicy. The staff were nice, and the ambience felt good. I liked that they were playing indian music. Once again, good.
Ryan Quek
Tasty Chettinad food in the West!
Here's a short list of the items we had:
- Tandoori Chicken: Smoky and well-marinated. Came with a chutney that could be mintier, but the chicken was flavourful enough nonetheless.
- Gobi 65: This was actually gobsmacking yummy. Crispy, not oily, soft and tender cauliflower on the inside. Do yourself a favour and order this.
- Fish Biryani: Came with generous chunks of fish. The biryani itself was flavourful.
- Kadai Chicken: Spicy and creamy. The sauce split a little, but that's fine. Pairs well with the biryani and naan.
- Filter coffee: An absolute must-order!
The only con is that it's a little expensive. Otherwise, I would come again more frequently.
There are also handwashing basins for those who want to eat with their hands (as one should).
Esther Marshall
A good restaurant overall. We are European, so we are not very spice tolerant. The spice was fine. It was spicy but not too spicy. The staff were nice, and the ambience felt good. I liked that they were playing Indian music. Once again, good.
Chee Wen Lim
**May 2025 Review**
* Special Anjappar Chicken: Not to our liking.
* Curry Fish Head: The ladyfingers were very old.
**Year 2024 Review**
We weren't very adventurous and ordered a few familiar dishes:
* Chicken 65
* Chicken Lollipop
* Butter & Cheese Naan
* Cheese Masala
The family enjoyed the food and finished everything.
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Anniversary Special Offer
ANJAPPAR BUCKET BRIYANI COMBO
$60
Family of 4 pax: Plain Briyani, 4 Eggs, 4 Chicken Tikka, 5 Chicken Lollipop, 2 Fish Fry, Chicken Gravy, Raita, Sweet, Pappad, Soft Drinks
Briyani
CHICKEN 65 BRIYANI
CHICKEN TIKKA BRIYANI
Deepavali Catering Menu
DEEPAVALI CATERING MENU - SET 1 - MADURAI VIRUNDHU
DEEPAVALI DAY DELIVERY PACKAGE - SET 2 - NON-VEGETARIAN
$24.00 PAX
Mutton / Chicken Ghee Briyani, Mutton Sukka Varuval, Chicken 65 or Chicken Tikka, Fish / Pepper Fish, Plain Payasam, Pappad
DEEPAVALI DAY DELIVERY PACKAGE - SET 3 - KOURI VIRUNDHU
$25.00 PAX
Mutton Briyani Rice or Ghee Rice, Mutton Sukka Varuval, Karaikudi Chicken Masala, Chicken Fish / Pepper Fish, Plain Payasam, Pappad
DEEPAVALI DAY DELIVERY PACKAGE - SET 4 - DINDIGUL VIRUNDHU
$25.00 PAX
Mutton / Chicken Ghee Briyani, Chicken 65 or Chicken Tikka, Fish / Pepper Fish, Plain Payasam, Pappad
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Today's Specials
SEERAGA SAMBA MUTTON
MUTTON BRAIN ROAST
PANEER CUTLET
PANEER CHEESE WRAP
CHICKEN CUTLET
CHICKEN CHEESE WRAP
KIZHI PAROTA
KAADAI 65
SUKKU MALLI COFFEE
BROWNIE ICE CREAM
HOT LEMON TEA
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Veg Combo
SET 1: VEG COMBO
Visually includes naan/roti, a vegetable curry, rice, a side dish (possibly raita), a dessert (gulab jamun), and a fresh salad.
SET 2: VEG COMBO
Visually includes roti/chapati, rice, a dal/curry, a dry vegetable dish, a side dish (possibly raita), a dessert (gulab jamun), and a fresh salad.
Non-Veg Combo
SET 3: NON-VEG COMBO
Visually includes naan/roti, a non-vegetarian main (chicken leg piece), a vegetable curry, rice, a side dish (possibly raita), a dessert (gulab jamun), and a fresh salad.
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Fish Dishes
GARLIC FISH DRY / SEMI GRAVY
$14.00
Boneless cubes of fish stir fried with dices of onion, capsicum and ginger
FISH MANCHURIAN DRY / SEMI GRAVY
$14.00
Boneless cubes of fish stir fried with dices of onion and chopped green chilli
Tandoori Breads
NAAN
$4.00
Leavened white flour bread baked in clay pot
BUTTER NAAN
$4.50
Leavened white flour bread and topped with butter
GARLIC NAAN
$5.00
Leavened white flour bread topped with chopped garlic and butter
CHEESE NAAN
$5.00
Naan topped with homemade cottage cheese
KASHMIRI NAAN
$6.00
Naan stuffed with dry fruits and topped with cherry
MASALA KULCHA
$6.50
Leavened bread stuffed with onion, spices and topped with cilantro
ALOO KULCHA
$6.50
Leavened bread stuffed with smashed potato and spices
PANEER KULCHA
$6.50
Leavened bread stuffed with cottage cheese, cilantro and spices
NAAN BASKET (PLAIN BUTTER GARLIC CHEESE)
$17.00
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Today Specials
SEERAGA SAMBA MUTTON
Daily special, currently crossed out.
CHICKEN SAMBAL
MUTTON PEPPER VARUVAL
PANEER CUTLET
VEG MANCHURIAN
ANJAPPAR KIZHI PAROTA
CHICKEN CHEESE WRAP
PANEER CHEESE WRAP
FALOODA/JIGARTHANDA
SUKKU MALLI COFFEE
HONEY LEMON TEA
RAVA DOSA
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HOUSE POUR
THE WHITE RIBBON SEMILLON CHARDONNAY
$55.00
Australia, New South Wales. The colour is pale gold, with hints of green. The nose shows clean lifted Chardonnay melon type aromas. These characteristics carry over to a full bodied mid palate, finishing with a clean citrus Semillon flavours, that add structure and balance to the wine.
THE WHITE RIBBON SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
$55.00
A classic Australia blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon produced this ripe and flavoursome wine. This wine display spicy fresh pepper, plum and berry fruit aromas, combined with subtle oak. Acid is balanced with soft oak tannins for aellow but linger-ing finish.
WHITE
SIMONNET-FEBVRE CHABLIS 2015
$55.00
France, Chablis. Lovely shimmer of golden colour with green reflections. The rich and complex nose is characterized by pleasant and subtle floral and mineral aromas. It has a wonderful structure in the mouth with minerality and the charming typical chardonnay aromas. It is fine and elegant and has an excellent aromatic persistence.
LA VIEILLEFERME COTES DU LUBERON 2013
$55.00
France, Southern Rhone. Bright pale yellow with hints of green. It is a lively with a nose of fruit and hazelnuts. A refreshing drink with flavours of lemon zest and dried pineapples on the palate. Well-balanced and deliciously
WAIPARA WEST SAUVIGNON BLANC 2015
$60.00
New Zealand, Waipara. At bottling the wine is a brilliant pale straw green colour. In the mouth the wine is refreshingly dry, tangy, medium to full bodied and excitingly intense. The flavours are seriously concentrated with those passionfruit, gooseberry and grapefruit complimented by pithy tropical fruit notes, think Pomelo or Jackfruit.
CHAMPAGNE
CHARLES HEIDSIECK BRUT MILLéSIME 2005
$160.00
France, Champagne. Deep golden robe with generous effervescence. Praline and lightly toasted hazelnuts on the nose. It is characterized by dried apricots, dates and figs which delicately coat the palate. With a creamy and texture and long finish; perfect companion for a gourmet meal.
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Soups
CHETTINAD MUTTON BONE SOUP
$6.20
CHETTINAD CHICKEN SOUP
$5.70
CHETTINAD CRAB SOUP
$7.58
SWEET CORN SOUP - CHICKEN/VEGETABLE
$6.20/5.78
SPICY SOUP - CHICKEN/VEGETABLE
$6.28/5.78
CLEAR SOUP - CHICKEN/VEGETABLE
$6.20/5.18
MILAGUTUWANY SOUP - CHICKEN/VEGETABLE
$6.20/5.78
MUSHROOM SOUP
$6.50
TOMATO SOUP
$6.08
Starters
ANJAPPAR FRIED CHICKEN - HALF/FULL
$16.20/28.00
CHICKEN LOLLY POP
$11.30
CHICKEN 65
$13.00
CHICKEN PAKKODA
$10.00
FISH FINGER
$16.50
FISH CUTLET
$7.30
FISH 65
$13.00
GOLDEN FRIED PRAWNS
$22.20
PRAWN 65
$22.20
KAADAI 65
$16.80
ONION PAKKODA
$8.68
GOBI 65
$11.00
PANEER 65
$14.08
MUSHROOM 65
$10.70
Tandoori Claypot
TANDOORI CHICKEN-HALF/FULL
$15.50/29.20
KALMI KEBAB
$17.00
CHICKEN TIKKA
$17.00
CHICKEN GARLIC KEBAB
$18.90
KALI MIRCHI KEBAB
$21.50
PUDHINA CHICKEN TIKKA
$22.20
PRAWN TIKKA
$22.20
GARLIC PRAWN TIKKA
$25.30
FISH TIKKA
$19.20
FISH PANJARI KEBAB
$22.20
VEGETABLE SHEEK KEBAB
$14.00
Dum Biriyani
MUTTON BIRIYANI
CHICKEN BIRIYANI
COUNTRY CHICKEN
TURKEY BIRIYANI
FISH BIRIYANI
PRAWN BIRIYANI
QUAIL BIRIYANI
EGG BIRIYANI
PLAIN BIRIYANI
VEGETABLE BIRIYANI
Set Meals
ANJAPPAR REGULAR MEALS
ANJAPPAR POPULAR MEALS
ANJAPPAR VEGETARIAN MEALS
Rice and Noodles
CHICKEN FRIED RICE / NOODLES
MUTTON FRIED RICE / NOODLES
PRAWN FRIED RICE / NOODLES
MIXED FRIED RICE / NOODLES
EGG FRIED RICE / NOODLES
SPICY VEG. FRIED RICE / NOODLES
SPICY CHICKEN FRIED RICE / NOODLES
VEGETABLE FRIED RICE / NOODLES
VEG PULAO
CASHEWNUT PULAO
KASHMIRI PULAO
JEERA / GHEE RICE
STEEMED BASMATHI RICE
PLAIN RICE
Indian Breads
NAAN
BUTTER NAAN
GARLIC NAAN
CHEESE NAAN
STUFFED NAAN - VEG
STUFFED NAAN - CHICKEN
KASHMIRI NAAN
ROTI
BUTTER ROTI
PHULKA
MASALA KULCHA
ALPO KULCHA
PANEER KULCHA
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Fresh Juices
FRESH LIME JUICE
$5.00
APPLE/MANGO JUICE
$8.30/7.30
WATERMELON/ORANGE
$6.60/7.30
POMEGRANATE JUICE
$9.50
GRAPE/PINEAPPLE JUICE
$8.80/8.50
APPLE/PINEAPPLE MILK SHAKE
$11.50
CHIKKU/POMEGRANATE MILK SHAKE
$11.50
VANNILLA/STRAWBERRY MILK SHAKE
$11.50
MANGO/CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKE
$11.50
BUTTER MILK
$5.50
SWEET/SALT LASSI
$7.20
MANGO LASSI
$7.78
SPL.ROSE MILK
$7.78
Ethnic Delights
GULAB JAMOON
$6.00
SWEET KESARI
$5.00
PAYASAM
$6.00
RASAMALAL
$7.50
CARROT HALWA
$7.50
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Rice Specialties
GHEE RICE
$9.50
Basmati rice cooked with ghee and cumin seeds
JEERA RICE
$9.50
Basmati rice cooked and pan fried with cumin seeds
PEAS PULAO
$10.00
Steamed basmati rice cooked with green peas to taste
VEGETABLE PULAO
$10.00
Basmati rice cooked with fresh vegetables
KASHMIRI / CASHEW NUT PULAO
$12.00 / $13.00
Basmati rice cooked with spices and dry fruits / cashew nuts
STEAMED BASMATHI RICE / PLAIN RICE
$5.50 / $4.00
Indo China Staples
CHICKEN FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$11.50
Shredded chicken fried with steamed basmati rice or noodles, added with salt and pepper to taste
MUTTON FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$13.50
Lamb fried with steamed basmati rice or noodles, added with salt and pepper to taste
PRAWN FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$13.50
Shelless prawn with steamed-basmati rice or noodles, added with salt and pepper to taste
MIXED FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$14.00
Shelless prawn, chicken, mutton with steamed basmati rice or noodles, added with salt and pepper to taste
EGG FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$9.50
Scrambled egg fried with steamed basmati rice or noodles, added with salt and pepper to taste
SPICY CHICKEN FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$12.00
Shredded chicken fried with steamed basmati rice or noodles, added with red chili paste and salt to taste (Szechwan style)
SPICY VEGETABLE FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$10.00
Chopped vegetables fried with steamed rice or noodles, added with red chili paste and salt to taste (Szechwan style)
VEGETABLE FRIED RICE / NOODLES
$9.50
Chopped vegetables fried with steamed rice or noodles, added with pepper and salt to taste
GARLIC / MUSHROOM FRIED RICE
$10.00
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Vegetarian
MUSHROOM MASALA
$11.00
PANEER BUTTER MASALA
$13.20
MUTTER PANEER MASALA
$14.00
ALOO GOBI MASALA
$11.00
VEGETABLE KURUMA
$11.00
DAL BUTTER FRY
$11.00
BHINDI MASALA
$11.00
KADAI VEGETABLE
$12.00
KADAI PANEER
$14.00
GREEN PEAS MASALA
$12.00
MIXED VEG CURRY
$12.00
STUFFED CAPSICUM
$14.00
PANEER KURUMA
$14.00
NAVARATNA KURUMA
$14.50
BINDI FRY
$10.00
ALOO GOBI FRY
$10.00
BABY CORN PEPPER ONION
$14.00
GOBI MANCHURIAN DRY/GRAVY
$10.00/11.00
CHILLI MANCHURIAN DRY/SEMI GRAVY
$10.00/11.00
MUSHROOM MANCHURIAN DRY/GRAVY
$10.00/11.00
Thava Special
PAROTTA
$5.60
CHAPPATHI
$5.60
CEYLON PAROTTA
$6.20
CEYLON EGG PAROTTA
$7.80
CEYLON CHICKEN/MUTTON PAROTTA
$10.00/11.00
CHICKEN/MUTTON KOTHU PAROTTA
$11.00/12.00
EGG/VEG.KOTHU PAROTTA
$8.50/8.50
Dosa Corner
KAL DOSA
$6.00
PLAIN DOSA
$5.00
SPECIAL GHEE/BUTTER DOSA
$6.60/6.60
MASALA DOSA
$7.30
ONION DOSA
$6.00
EGG DOSA
$6.00
MUTTON/CHICKEN DOSA
$11.00/10.00
EGG CURRY UTHAPPAM
$11.00
UTHAPPAM
$5.50
ONION/EGG UTHAPPAM
$6.60/7.20
TOMATO CAPSICUM UTHAPPAM
$7.70
SPECIAL GHEE PODI DOSA
$7.20
Fresh Juices
FRESH LIME JUICE
APPLE/MANGO JUICE
WATERMELON/ORANGE
POMEGRANATE JUICE
GRAPE/PINEAPPLE JUICE
APPLE/PINEAPPLE MILK SHAKE
CHIKKU/POMEGRANATE MILK SHAKE
MANGO/CHOCOLATE MILK SHAKE
VANNILLA/STRAWBERRY MILK SHAKE
BUTTER MILK
SWEET/SALT LASSI
MANGO LASSI
SPL.ROSE MILK
Ethnic Delights
GULAB JAMOON
SWEET KESARI
PAYASAM
RASAMALAI
CARROT HALWA
Menu Highlights
Vegetarian Main Courses
PANEER BUTTER / PALAK PANEER MASALA
$12.00
Cottage cheese cubes sauteed with butter and cooked in sauce / with spinach
MUTTER PANEER MASALA
$12.00
Cottage cheese cubes, chick peas sauteed with butter and cooked in sauce
KADAI PANEER / CHILLI PANEER
$12.00
Cottage cheese cubes cooked with diced capsicum and onion gravy / with chili
PANEER KORMA
$12.00
Cottage cheese cubes cooked in milk and onion gravy
MUSHROOM MASALA
$9.50
Button mushroom cooked in shallots and tomato paste
KADAI MUSHROOM
$9.50
Button mushroom cooked in onion gravy and diced capsicum
VEGETABLE KORMA
$9.50
Cubes of vegetables cooked in milk and onion gravy
KADAI VEGETABLE
$9.50
Vegetable cuts cooked in butter, onion and capsicum to taste
NAVARATHAN KORMA
$12.00
Vegetable cubes and fruit cuts cooked in pasted cashew nut, onions and milk
GREEN PEAS MASALA
$11.00
Chick peas cooked with onion and tomato gravy
MIXED VEGETABLE CURRY
$10.00
Mixed vegetables cooked in Indian style with cashews and onions
YELLOW DALL
$9.50
Loosened lentil cooked with green chili, cumin and onion
ALOO GOBI FRY / MASALA
$8.50/9.50
Fine cuts cauliflower and potato cooked with onion and tomato to dry/gravy
BINDHI FRY / MASALA
$8.50/9.50
Fried lady finger added with onion and tomato to dry/gravy