Shiok Burger is relatively new to Singapore’s fast food scene. They only opened their first outlet at Paya Lebar Square in December 2023. Fast forward to now, and they’ve got 13 outlets across Singapore.
Here’s where you can find them:
- Paya Lebar Square
- Compass One
- Seletar Mall
- Sengkang Grand Mall
- Stars of Kovan
- Raffles City
- ESR BizPark @ Changi
- Our Tampines Hub
- VivoCity
- Woodleigh Mall
- The Heart at Marina One
- Ngee Ann Poly
- Nanyang Poly
What Makes Shiok Burger Different
Shiok Burger is halal-certified and specialises in fusion burgers. The name says it all – this is a local Singaporean brand that’s trying to shake up the burger game.
I’ve visited four of their outlets so far – Paya Lebar Square, Raffles City, Compass One and Seletar Mall. Always gotten my burgers to go because that’s just how I roll.
Let me tell you what I found out.
The Sides That Caught My Attention
Beef Cheese Fries – $3.50 (S) / $4.90 (L)
Standard fries with cheese sauce, mayonnaise, plus some beef bits. It’s the cheese and mayo combo that makes it shiok if you’re into that sort of thing.
But here’s the problem – they use these square boxes, so the bottom fries don’t really get the sauce because it’s all sitting on top. Bit annoying, that.
Ebiko Totes – $3.50 (S) / $4.90 (L)
The fried tater tots are your usual frozen ones from a pack. Nothing special there. But it’s the creamy ebiko sauce that makes the difference. The ebiko gives you this slight satisfying crunch too.
Golden Floss Chicken – $4.50
This is a piece of crispy chicken cutlet topped with mayonnaise, seaweed and fluffy chicken floss. It’s like the chicken cutlet version of those pork floss cakes (肉松小贝), haha.
The floss leans towards the sweeter side though. Would’ve loved it better if it was more salty and savoury. My husband loves it though, so maybe it’s just me.
The Burgers – The Main Event
Classic Wagyu Burger – $8.90
Comes with tomato, lettuce, onion rings, and cheese. The sauce tastes cumin-flavoured, which is quite nice actually.
The beef patty isn’t like those regular processed patties you find at other fast food outlets. This one’s not dry at all – very moist and juicy.
But here’s what’s really special – the bun they use. It’s definitely not your regular burger bun. This bun is like Chinese-style pita bread. Thin with a bit of springiness when you chew it. If you’ve eaten Rou Jia Mo (肉夹馍) before – that’s the Chinese hamburger – the bun is similar to this.
Sometimes when you eat burgers, the buns can be so disappointing. Too thick, dense, or dry. You don’t get this problem with Shiok Burger because it’s a totally different style. I really like this – way better than regular burger buns.
Mala Chicken Burger – $3.99 (My Top Pick)
Comes with lettuce and purple cabbage coleslaw. This is my top favourite from Shiok Burger.
First time eating a mala-flavoured burger, and wow. The mala sauce is perfectly balanced – not overly spicy but with enough kick to wake up your taste buds. Very flavoursome.
The chicken patty is a proper piece of fried chicken meat, not some processed patty. It’s moist on the inside with a crispy exterior. At $3.99, this is incredible value.
Ebiko Chicken Burger – $6.90
Comes with lettuce and purple cabbage coleslaw too. The ebiko sauce is like creamy mayonnaise with shrimp roe that’s topped over the chicken patty.
It adds this subtle seafood note to the burger. Refreshing and tasty.
Spicy Chicken Burger – $5.70
This is basically Shiok Burger’s take on McDonald’s McSpicy. I’m never a huge fan of McSpicy, so I can’t really say if this is better or not.
But I do enjoy this version just because of the bun and that purple cabbage coleslaw for extra crunch. It feels like a freshly fried piece of juicy chicken rather than something from a frozen pack. Though it’s not as spicy as I expected it to be.
The Set Meals and Service
If you opt for the set meal (+$3), it comes with small fries and a drink. You can choose from Lemon Coke, Sprite, Passion Fruit Soda or Soda Water. Other sides and/or drinks cost extra.
For takeaway, they pack a can of coke or sprite with a cup of ice and a slice of lemon separately. Nice touch.
Every burger is made upon order, so there’s definitely some waiting time, especially during peak meal times. But honestly, good food is worth the wait.
Why Shiok Burger Works
I really like this concept because it’s so different from the regular fast food chains. It’s injecting new life into a saturated market and reviving my love for fast food again.
Best part? Prices are very reasonable. For the quality of ingredients, I’d say it’s very good value for money too.
The fusion approach doesn’t feel gimmicky. Each burger tastes like they put serious thought into the flavour combinations. That Chinese-style bun alone makes them stand out from the crowd.
Final Verdict
So if you haven’t tried Shiok Burger yet, go get one now. Actually, get two – trust me on this.
The mala chicken burger is a must-try at that price point. The unique bun style changes the whole burger experience. It’s not trying to be McDonald’s or Burger King – it’s doing its own thing, and doing it well.
Give Shiok Burger a shot – it’s really damn shiok, and that’s not just the name talking.