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Murugan Idli Shop

76 Syed Alwi Rd, Singapore 207660

Recommended by 44 people

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76 Syed Alwi Rd, Singapore 207660

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+65 6298 0858
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Murugan Idli Shop

Steamed-to-order idlis and crisp dosas arrive piping hot at this bustling Little India vegetarian canteen opposite Mustafa Centre. Patrons head straight for the ghee podi masala dosa—crisp-edged and heavily spiced—paired with bowls of warm lentil sambar. The real draw is the rainbow of four freshly ground chutneys dolloped across your plate, topped up generously by servers circulating the room. Wrap up the meal with a steaming metal tumbler of South Indian filter coffee.

  • Complimentary Chutney Refills: Diners receive four distinct fresh chutneys and sambar alongside their tiffin, with servers proactively topping up portions at no extra charge.
  • Benchmark Idlis and Podi Dosas: Famous for pillow-soft steamed rice cakes alongside thin, crisp dosas coated in spiced podi and melted ghee.
  • Pure-Veg Hub in Little India: Located directly opposite Mustafa Centre, offering brisk, dependable pure-vegetarian dining for shoppers and visitors.
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Reasons to Visit Murugan Idli Shop

Why diners choose Murugan Idli Shop for South Indian tiffin

  • Unlimited Chutney and Sambar Refills

    Steamed idlis and crisp dosas arrive accompanied by four varieties of chutney and sambar, with attentive staff proactively offering complimentary top-ups at the table.

    Came with 4 types of chutney and sambhar with free refills.

    Apoorv Bhatnagar

  • Crisp Ghee Podi Thosai

    Dosas feature crisp golden textures coated with aromatic podi and spiced potato masala, paired with fragrant traditional filter coffee.

    The Podi spice blend together with the added ghee was just a match made in heaven. Really flavourful, savoury and spicy.

    Matthias Chua

  • Bustling High-Turnover Canteen Pace

    Bustling turnover and fast-moving floor service ensure hot tiffin reaches tables immediately without unnecessary dining delays.

    the place is loud, crowded, and the service is built for speed rather than a chat, but that’s exactly why the food stays consistent and hot.

    Sham Bakri

  • Uncompromising Mess-Style Atmosphere

    Guests experience the lively, authentic mess atmosphere of South India with no-nonsense dining focused entirely on the traditional dishes.

    This is about the food - real, authentic, uncompromising South Indian cuisine.

    Arjun Mohan

  • Prime Vegetarian Haven Opposite Mustafa Centre

    Directly opposite Mustafa Centre on Syed Alwi Road, the restaurant serves as a reliable, fully vegetarian haven during Little India shopping trips.

    A must try in Singapore for authentic South Indian vegetarian food. It’s opposite Mustafa center .

    Chhaya Mehta

  • Dependable Pitstop for Little India Visitors

    Clean, air-conditioned seating and welcoming floor staff offer a dependable rest stop for shoppers and travelers seeking pure vegetarian dining.

    Definitely a place I will re-visit if I am around the area, especially since it is so close to Mustafa Center!

    Robert Chai

Signature steamed idlis and savory dosas served with authentic condiments

  • Idli

    The idlis were super soft and fluffy, and the chutneys were so good especially the coconut and tomato ones.

    Pooja Rawat

  • Ghee Podi Masala Dosa

    The dosa was perfectly crisp, generously coated with spicy podi, and the masala was spot on—authentic flavours done right.

    Apoorv Bhatnagar

  • Podi Onion Uttapam

    The food was excellent—especially the ghee dosa and the podi onion uttapam, both of which were outstanding.

    Josephine Shoon

  • Rava Dosa

    The Rava Dosa was another thing we really liked here.

    Vatsal Panchmatia

Other favorites

Traditional beverages, comforting sides, and South Indian snacks to round out your visit

  • Filter Coffee

    Had a ghee podi masala dosa and filter coffee here, and it was absolutely fantastic.

    Apoorv Bhatnagar

  • Vadai

    The vadais are just as impressive, wonderfully crisp on the outside yet incredibly light and airy inside.

    Usha rani Balakrishnam

  • Ghee Pongal

    You should try the Ghee pongal , it’s the best.

    Chhaya Mehta

  • Moringa Soup

    The moringa soup is very tasty too. Everything is served hot.

    SF Campbell

Before you head over

Practical advice on ordering, refills, and timing your visit near Little India

  • Ask for Chutney and Sambar Refills

    Murugan Idli Shop serves four varieties of chutney and sambar alongside its idlis and dosas, with staff providing complimentary refills during the meal.

  • Expect Peak Dining Queues

    The restaurant sees steady queues and crowds during peak meal times; plan around off-peak hours or allow 15 to 20 minutes of waiting time for seating.

  • Note the 11 PM Closing Time

    The kitchen closes near 11:00 PM, meaning it does not accommodate late-night dining after shopping around Mustafa Centre.

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