Best Deepavali Buffet in Singapore for Festive Gatherings From Just $14/pax!

Deepavali is a time to fill the home with light, gather the people who matter and, of course, share a table overflowing with good food. And when there are plenty of friends, family members or colleagues coming together, a hearty Indian buffet makes celebrating that much easier.

From fragrant briyani and creamy curries to crispy samosas, tandoori favourites and traditional Indian desserts, there’s something for everyone to pile onto their plates. Better yet, you don’t necessarily have to spend a fortune to put together an impressive festive spread.

Whether you’re organising a cosy family celebration, an office Deepavali lunch or a larger festive gathering, here are 5 Deepavali buffet catering menus in Singapore from just $14/pax worth checking out.

1. Taste of India Restaurant – Buffet Menu A

For a wallet-friendly Deepavali feast with plenty of variety, Taste of India Restaurant is a great place to start. At just $14/pax, Buffet Menu A lets you choose 8 food items and 1 drink, alongside a fixed selection of condiments.

Kick things off with a classic Indian appetiser such as Veg. Samosa, Onion Pakoda or Vegetable Pakoda before moving on to your choice of rice. The popular Biriyani Rice is an easy festive pick, while Saffron Rice and Jeera Rice are among the alternatives available. You can even complement the rice with Plain Naan, Tandoori Roti, Idly or noodles.

Vegetarian guests certainly won’t be short of choices here. There’s Aloo Gobi, Paneer Butter Masala, Palak Paneer, Chana Masala, Gobi Manjurian and Veg. Dalcha, among plenty of other options. The variety makes it especially convenient when you’re catering for a gathering with vegetarian diners.

And because no Deepavali feast feels complete without something sweet, finish with Gulab Jamun, Rasagulla, Carrot Halwa, Milk Payasam or one of the other available desserts before washing everything down with Fruit Punch, Orange Cordial or Lime Cordial.

Buffet Menu A
Price: $14/pax
Minimum order: 40 pax
Menu: Choose 8 food items + 1 drink + 1 fixed item
Certification: Halal-certified

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2. Sakunthala – Full Buffet South Indian Menu

Those craving a more distinctly South Indian spread can turn to Sakunthala. Its Full Buffet South Indian Menu starts from $18/pax and combines briyani, hearty meat dishes and vegetable favourites in a spread made for bigger celebrations.

The meal starts with Briyani Rice, followed by your choice of Mutton Dalcha or Veg Dalcha. For chicken, choose between Chicken Masala, Chicken Mysore and Chicken Sambal, while mutton lovers can go for Mutton Mysore, Mutton Pepper or Mutton Masala.

There’s plenty to explore on the vegetable side too. Choose two options from dishes including Gobi-65, Gobi Manuchurian, Aloo Gobi, Bhindi Masala, Sweet Brinjal and Kadai Vegetables. Those looking to add even more variety can top up for dishes such as Paneer Butter Masala, Kadai Paneer, Samosa and Onion Pakora.

End the feast on a sweet note with Payasam, Kesari or ice cream, accompanied by a refreshing Lime Juice, Fruit Punch or Bandung.

Full Buffet South Indian Menu
Price: $18/pax
Minimum order: 50 pax
Menu: Choose 6 food items + 1 drink + 2 fixed items
Setup: Full buffet setup
Certification: Non-Halal

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3. Makan Mate – Indian Vegetarian Buffet

Hosting vegetarian guests this Deepavali? Makan Mate’s Indian Vegetarian Buffet keeps things simple with a complete meat-free spread at $18.80/pax, with a relatively accessible minimum order of 20 pax.

Rather than having to pick and choose dishes, this menu comes with 7 fixed food items and 1 drink. Dig into Indian Vegetarian White Bee Hoon, comforting Dhal Curry with Chapati and familiar favourites such as Aloo Ghobi and Masala Stir Fried Okra.

For a little crunch between all those hearty dishes, there’s also Vegetable Pakora and Curry Puff. The meal rounds off with creamy Payasam for dessert and Icy Bandung to cool things down.

The menu is vegetarian with egg and dairy included, while Makan Mate also notes that a vegan, no-allium selection is available. The caterer is Halal-certified, making this a particularly useful option when you’re hosting a diverse group of guests.

Indian Vegetarian Buffet
Price: $18.80/pax
Minimum order: 20 pax
Menu: 7 fixed food items + 1 drink
Dietary option: Vegetarian
Certification: Halal-certified

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4. Shiok Kitchen Catering – Shiok! Delight Indian Menu

If you’re after a spread that gives your celebration a bit of everything, Shiok Kitchen Catering’s Shiok! Delight Indian Menu offers plenty of flexibility. Starting from $18.90/pax, diners can choose 8 food items and 1 drink across chicken, seafood, fish, vegetables, rice, sides and dessert.

There are plenty of familiar crowd favourites to build your buffet around. The popular Makhani Butter Chicken is one tempting choice, while Chicken Tikka Masala, Chili Chicken and Fried Chicken 65 provide alternatives. Seafood lovers aren’t forgotten either, with choices such as Tandoori Prawn, Prawn Masala Curry and Chili Prawn.

Pair your mains with fragrant Biryani Basmati Rice, then add some vegetables with Aloo Gobi, Seasonal Vegetable Korma or Dhal Vegetable Stew. For your side, keep things classic with Naan Bread, Potato Samosa or Papadum.

Finish the celebration with something sweet such as Amul Gulab Jamun or Rice Kheer Pudding. Even the drinks get an Indian-inspired option with Iced Teh Tarik, alongside Iced Bandung, Iced Lychee Lemonade and other refreshing choices.

Shiok! Delight Indian Menu
Price: $18.90/pax
Minimum order: 30 pax, in multiples of 5
Menu: Choose 8 food items + 1 drink
Setup: Full buffet setup
Certification: Halal-certified

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5. International Catering – Indian Buffet Menu

For those who want Indian favourites alongside a few familiar local touches, International Catering’s Indian Buffet Menu offers an extensive selection at $21/pax. The menu comes with 7 food items, 1 drink and 2 fixed items, with a minimum order of 30 pax.

Start by choosing your rice and noodles, with options including Nasi Briyani, Nasi Goreng, Fried Bee Hoon Goreng and Fried Mee Goreng. For the main attraction, there’s Chicken Tikka, Tandoori Chicken or Indian Chicken Masala, followed by your choice of Goan Prawn Masala or Stir Fried Prawn with Chilli.

The menu also brings some extra variety to the table with Roti Prata with Curry and Soup Kambing served with bread. Complete your savoury selection with Curry Vegetable or Vegetable Aloo Gobi and sides such as Papadum, Crispy Potato Samosa or Vegetable Spring Roll.

Dessert choices range from Putu Mayam to Almond Beancurd Jelly with Longan, Fresh Fruit Platter and Mini Chocolate Brownie, while Fruit Punch, Barley Cordial, Coffee & Tea and Grapefruit Pomelo are among the available beverages.

Indian Buffet Menu
Price: $21/pax
Minimum order: 30 pax
Menu: Choose 7 food items + 1 drink + 2 fixed items
Setup: Full buffet setup
Certification: Halal-certified

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Celebrate Deepavali With a Feast Everyone Can Enjoy

A good Deepavali gathering deserves a spread that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re looking for an affordable vegetarian buffet, comforting South Indian favourites or a generous spread of briyani, curries, tandoori dishes and traditional sweets, there’s an option for different group sizes and budgets.

With these Deepavali buffet menus starting from just $14/pax, putting together a festive feast for family, friends or colleagues can be one less thing to worry about.

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