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National Day 2026: 5 Food Deals You Won’t Want to Miss

Singapore turns a proud 61 this August 9! Best of all, a glorious three-day long weekend is waiting for you. To celebrate, homegrown food spots are already throwing massive culinary parties.

So, get ready to feast your way through the long weekend. Here are 5 food deals you don’t want to miss on National Day 2026:

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McDonald’s x Old Chang Kee: Curry Burgers

National Day 2026: 5 Food Deals You Won’t Want to Miss
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Singapore’s fast-food scene is getting a legendary remix just in time for National Day. In a blockbuster collaboration, McDonald’s Singapore is teaming up with homegrown heritage brand Old Chang Kee to transform the city-state’s favorite curry puff flavours into an exclusive, limited-edition menu.

Starting 9 July 2026, the golden arches are going local with a lineup that packs a seriously aromatic punch.

  • The Curry Potato Chicken Burger: The ultimate tribute to the iconic curry puff. Featuring a crispy chicken patty, a fried egg, and a generous scoop of Old Chang Kee’s signature curried potato filling, all tucked inside a pillowy brioche bun.

  • The Rendang Curry Beef Burger: A rich, savory twist for beef lovers looking for that deeply spiced, slow-cooked rendang kick.

  • Curry McShake® Fries: Because regular fries simply aren’t enough when celebration season hits. Expect a smoky, spicy dust-up that will have you licking your fingers.

KFC: Curry X Sambal Crispy Prata Burger

Just in time for the SG61 celebrations, KFC Singapore is dropping a massive flavor bomb that pays ultimate tribute to our multicultural food obsessed nation. Available on 8 July for limited-time only.

  • The KFC Curry x Sambal Zinger: Move over, standard burger buns. This absolute powerhouse wraps a juicy, signature Zinger fillet inside a crispy, golden prata. Topped with fresh lettuce and a kick of spicy sambal, it comes paired with a rich Curry Pour Tub packed with potato chunks so you can dip, pour, and drench to your heart’s content.
  • KFC Curry x Sambal Chicken: For the fried chicken purists who believe one curry pour is never enough. This plate serves up two pieces of KFC’s iconic golden fried chicken alongside a crispy prata, spicy sambal, and that irresistible, aromatic curry sauce.

Swensen’s Levelled Up: Laksa Pizza & A $61 Family Feast

National Day 2026: 5 Food Deals You Won’t Want to Miss
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For the big SG61 celebrations, they are giving local hawker legends a massive Western glow-up. You can catch these limited-time plates at participating outlets islandwide from 9 July to 9 September 2026.

  • Singapore Laksa Pizza ($18.61): Swensen’s has officially swapped out traditional tomato paste for a rich, aromatic laksa base. It’s piled high with juicy shrimps, fish cake, tau pok (tofu puffs), hard-boiled egg, and fresh laksa leaves—all held together by a glorious, gooey blanket of mozzarella cheese.

  • Jumbo Blue Prawn Hokkien Mee ($18.61): Taking the classic hawker staple and making it pure luxury. This plate features wok-fried yellow noodles and bee hoon swimming in an intense seafood broth, crowned with a massive, char-grilled blue prawn, grilled chicken breast, squid, and egg. It even comes with a side of sambal belacan and calamansi to keep it strictly authentic!

The Ultimate SG61 Family Set Meal ($61)

Feeding a crew of three? Skip the à la carte menu and lock in this massive feast that saves you over 20% (worth up to $80.02):

  • 1 x Swensen’s Shiok Fish Burger: A golden-battered fish fillet slathered in a secret mayo-tartar blend inside a plush brioche bun.

  • 2 x Hearty Mains: Your choice of Fish Baked Rice, Chicken Baked Rice, Black Pepper Seafood Pasta, or Spaghettoni Carbonara.

  • 3 x MILO Bandung Drinks: The ultimate throwback pairing of chocolatey Milo and rose-scented bandung.

  • 1 x Muah Chee Waffle with Ice Cream: A fresh, warm waffle loaded with chewy muah chee (mochi-like peanut rice cakes), a scoop of your favorite ice cream, and a heavy dusting of peanut powder.

Permata: A Majestic 1-for-1 Halal Buffet at Gedung Kuning

National Day 2026: 5 Food Deals You Won’t Want to Miss
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If your idea of celebrating Singapore’s 61st birthday involves dining like royalty in a stunning historic mansion, Permata is calling your name. Nestled inside the iconic Gedung Kuning (Yellow Mansion) right in the heart of Kampong Gelam, this halal-certified gem is pulling out all the stops with an unbeatable 1-for-1 buffet that celebrates the very best of our local flavors.

  • 50+ Local & Nusantara Dishes: Come with an empty stomach because this spread is absolutely massive. You are looking at a meticulously curated lineup of over 50 progressive Nusantara and traditional local dishes. Expect rich, aromatic curries, perfectly grilled meats, fresh seafood, and an entire dessert station loaded with traditional kueh to hit all those nostalgic sweet spots.

  • The 1-for-1 Math: Thanks to this incredible SG61 promotion, lunch becomes an absolute steal. With the 1-for-1 deal, you are dining from just $44++ per person (originally $88++). For a buffet housed in a heritage landmark, that is value you simply cannot beat.

Verandah Rooftop Rotisserie: Elevated Heritage Feasting ($61++ per Adult)

This exclusive feast runs for one weekend only—from 8 to 10 August 2026 (12 PM – 3 PM).

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If you want to escape the ground-level crowds and celebrate SG61 with a view, Verandah Rooftop Rotisserie (located at Momentus Hotel Alexandra) is hosting the ultimate SG61 Taste of Singapore Heritage Brunch Buffet. Perched right next to the rooftop infinity pool, they are serving up an endless stream of elevated local comfort foods.

  • The “Mod-Sin” Roast Carving Station: This is the absolute crown jewel of the buffet. Forget your standard roast meats; they are slicing up Vanilla-Scented Crispy Siu Yok, Spanish Duroc Black Truffle Pork Belly Char Siew, and a 72-Hour Dry-Aged Roasted Duck infused with angelica herbs—all served alongside fragrant chicken rice balls.

  • Hawker & Heritage Classics: Load your plate with Charcoal BBQ Chicken Wings, Kampung Satay, Banana Leaf-wrapped Sambal Stingray, and a deeply savory Angus Beef Cheek Rendang. There is even a live DIY station for Popiah and Kueh Pie Tee.

  • The Sweet Grand Finale: Save serious room for dessert. They are rolling out a decadent Mao Shan Wang Durian Pengat and a local twist on a French classic: Cempedak Crème Brûlée.

The Perks

  • Adult Price: $61++ (A perfect nod to the nation’s 61st birthday).
  • August Babies Bonus: If your birthday falls in August, you dine completely free with every three full-paying adults!

Pro Tip to Dine-in Comfortably With Your Loved Ones

Do not walk in blindly! Secure your reservations and order prior to your arrival. So, you don’t miss out on having the best dining experience on National Day 2026.

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