Meatdrop

Meatdrop, operating as SALAI by MeatDrop, has revolutionized halal premium meat dining through multiple strategic locations including Commonwealth Crescent Market, Joo Chiat Road, and Dunlop Street, bringing restaurant-quality wagyu steaks and premium meats to both hawker and restaurant settings. This Muslim-owned establishment pioneered the concept of accessible premium halal meat dining, utilizing advanced preparation techniques including individual marination, vacuum-packing, and sous vide cooking before final smoking or grilling.

The impressive menu showcases their signature $60 platter featuring Whole Grilled Chicken, Smoked Lamb Ribs, and Grilled Angus beef, alongside premium wagyu cuts including Japanese and Australian wagyu steaks. Their innovative approach includes promotional pricing like Wagyu Tenderloin and Striploin at $75 (regular $95), accompanied by Smoked Charcoal Rice, Grilled Pita Bread, French Fries, and Aromatic Salad that demonstrate their commitment to complete dining experiences.

Operating Tuesday through Sunday with varying hours that accommodate both lunch and dinner crowds, SALAI by MeatDrop represents the successful evolution of halal dining from traditional restrictions to culinary innovation. Their combination of hawker accessibility and restaurant-quality preparation has earned acclaim for delivering tender, juicy steaks that rivals premium establishments, making high-quality halal beef accessible to Muslim diners while maintaining affordability and authentic flavors through expert preparation techniques.