Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop represents Tenderfresh Group's innovative cafe concept that transforms nostalgic tuckshop dining into a modern culinary experience. With scenic locations at Punggol Park, Woodlands MEGA, and Sengkang Riverside Park, this halal-certified establishment serves familiar comfort foods with contemporary twists, creating the perfect destination for families and friends seeking quality meals in beautiful settings.
The restaurant's signature offering features their famous Crispy Fried Chicken, marinated in secret spices for 24 hours and available as whole Spring Chicken (8.50) or creative preparations like Fried Chicken Caramel (.90) served with vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce. The diverse menu spans Asian Fusion Pasta including popular Squid Ink Pasta (5.90) with seafood and tobiko, classic Western dishes like chicken chops and sirloin steak, plus innovative sides like Fries With Meat Sauce And Egg (.90) served in ceramic pots.
The Punggol Park location offers breathtaking lake views with both indoor and outdoor dining spaces, while maintaining the cozy tuckshop atmosphere that brings back school day memories. With extended operating hours from 8:30am to 11:30pm on weekends and convenient facilities including a musollah for Muslim guests, Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop successfully bridges nostalgia with modern dining expectations in Singapore's evolving food landscape.
The food there was okay, but service too slow. I waited for about 15 minutes after my order and stil
The food there was okay, but the service was too slow. I waited for about 15 minutes after ordering and still hadn't received my flat white and lucky set. When I asked the chef, he had completely forgotten about my food and flat white! Even after I reminded him to prepare my order, he still took his time. Even if I had all the time in the world, the service was way too slow!
Sean Lim (SL)
Really nice atmosphere. But for it's price, the food is 1/5.
The chicken skin starter especially fe
Really nice atmosphere. But for its price, the food is 1/5.
The chicken skin starter especially feels like a scam, haha.
Paid for the aircon only.
Katelyn Ho
Nice spacious and comfortable place in the industrial area
Not crowded on Saturday lunch time.
Food
Nice, spacious, and comfortable place in the industrial area. Not crowded on Saturday lunchtime.
Food-wise, the flat white was nice and strong. The fried onion was interestingly presented, tasted good, and was a little sweet and peppery.
The Tom yum chicken leg and chicken chop were disappointing, though. The meat inside the leg was red and tasted so-so. The chicken chop was dry.
Consolation was the fried chicken wing, which was nice enough for me.
Overall, it's a bit of a hit and miss. Probably stick to fried chicken if I visit next time.
Linda Yap
Muscle sauce soup with bread not worth for the price $13.90 only Muscle and the bread is mini only 4
The muscle sauce soup with bread is not worth the price of $13.90. There's only muscle and the bread is mini, with only 4 pieces. I preferred it when they first opened; the muscle sauce soup was nicer and I always ordered it. But now, after trying it once, I will never want to try it again . The service is also not as good now. Previously, the workers were more friendly, but now they are not. That is what my family and I feel.
Positive Reviews
Samir Al-Faris
Located in an industrial building, just opposite housing estates and a few stops from admiralty mrt.
Located in an industrial building, just opposite housing estates and a few stops from Admiralty MRT. The food was good; the chicken was well-seasoned, and the other dishes were also well-cooked. For the price, I think it's a little too expensive considering the location and its distance from human traffic. Overall, it's still a good place to dine in, especially with your families and friends. There are outdoor dining options too. I will definitely come again for sure.
Khairul
Hidden jem in the north. Located at an industrial building, the restaurant is spacious and serves an
Hidden gem in the north. Located in an industrial building, the restaurant is spacious and serves an extensive Tenderbest menu as well as other special items. Came here for a Friday dinner and the place was quite full, but the staff was helpful in getting us seats. Total cost was $36 for two (no service charge), consisting of 2 mains and 1 salad. So worth it! The roasted chicken was juicy, and the fried chicken was hot and crispy. Overall experience was definitely an upgrade from their usual coffee shop outlets. Will visit again to try more of their menu items. HALAL.
Goh Jason
Decent food at decent price. Too bad the Makcik Lemak Pancake was not available when I went, hope th
Decent food at a decent price. Too bad the Makcik Lemak Pancake was not available when I went; I hope they add that permanently to their regular menu. If anything, I wish the batter for the fish and calamari was crispier rather than soft and fluffy. Overall, we're satisfied with the food and will be back for more.
Ida Eng
Very good halal food and ambience. Air conditioning is Shiok and cold. There is also a sink for you
Very good halal food and ambience. The air conditioning is shiok and cold. There is also a sink for you to wash your hands. I think there's no toilet here; I didn't ask as I didn't need one.
Recommended:
Roast chicken 5/5
Garlic rice 5/5
Bandung freeze drink 5/5
Cendol 5/5
Meatballs 5/5
Calamari rings 5/5
Great place to chill after cycling!
Jansen Low
coco cendol is a surprise for me... cendol toppings on icecream instead of shaved ice... very nice!
The coco cendol was a pleasant surprise! Cendol toppings were served on ice cream instead of shaved ice, which was very nice. The air conditioning was very cold, even on a hot day.
