Where is the best fish head curry in Singapore?

Based on diner recommendations, the best fish head curry in Singapore is at True Blue Cuisine. We compared 7 restaurants serving fish head curry.

How much does fish head curry cost in Singapore?

Fish Head Curry prices in Singapore range from SGD12.00 to SGD28.00 across 7 restaurants.

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Best Fish Head Curry in Singapore

7 restaurants compared

Price range: SGD12.00 – SGD28.00

Avg recommendation: 97%

Top 5 Fish Head Curry in Singapore (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 7 restaurants:

True Blue Cuisine, SGD28.00 (Bras Basah)
National Kitchen by Violet Oon, SGD28.00 (City Hall)
Zam Zam Restaurant, SGD12.00 (Arab Street)
The Blue Ginger, SGD26.00 (Tanjong Pagar)
Muthu's Curry — 98% recommended, SGD22.00 (Little India)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 7 Restaurants Compared

True Blue Cuisine

Bras Basah·$$$

Kari Kepala Ikan (Fish Head Curry)

SGD28.00

Whole fish head in tamarind-based Peranakan curry with vegetables.

Tip: The Peranakan version is tangy from tamarind, unlike South Indian versions which are spicier. The flavors are more complex.

National Kitchen by Violet Oon

City Hall·$$$

Fish Head Curry (Kari Kepala Ikan)

SGD28.00

Fish head in Peranakan curry with tamarind, spice, and coconut.

Tip: The Peranakan version differs from South Indian fish head curry by using tamarind and coconut more prominently, making it slightly sweet and tangy.

Zam Zam Restaurant

Arab Street·$$

SGD12.00

Red snapper head in a Muslim Indian-style curry with coconut milk and spices.

Tip: The coconut-based curry sauce is aromatic and balanced. Use paratha or naan to scoop up every last bit.

The Blue Ginger

Tanjong Pagar·$$$

Nonya Fish Head Curry

SGD26.00

Fish head in tamarind and spice gravy with okra and eggplant.

Tip: The tangy tamarind in this version distinguishes it from South Indian fish head curries. The flavor profile is more complex.

#598% recommend

Muthu's Curry

Little India·$$

SGD22.00

Red snapper head cooked in South Indian spice blend with tomato and curry leaves.

Tip: This is the dish that earned Muthu's the Michelin Bib Gourmand. It's the non-negotiable order—every table gets it.

#697% recommend

Samy's Curry

Tanglin·$$

Samy's Fish Head Curry

SGD21.00

Red snapper head in clay pot with dozen-plus spices, the definitive South Indian version.

Tip: Samy's claims to have invented the fish head curry concept in Singapore. Traditionalists argue it shouldn't exist in South India, but it's now an icon here.

#795% recommend

The Banana Leaf Apolo

Little India·$$

Apolo Fish Head Curry

SGD24.00

Red snapper head cooked in a secret blend of spices, served on banana leaf.

Tip: Order the small size if it's your first time—the meat on a fish head goes a long way. The small is enough for a full meal with rice.