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Few woes can’t be solved without a good, juicy affordable steak on a platter. It’s smoky, savoury, and honestly, one of my top-tier dishes to order whenever I’m feeling a little extra bougie.
Steaks don’t usually come cheap. I’m sure we’ve all walked into a restaurant, glanced at the price, mentally calculated the cost with service charge and GST, and thought, “Maybe I’ll just have the chicken instead.”
This changes today.
Here are 10 places to get an affordable steak below S$30 that won’t leave a hole in your wallet.
1. Uno Beef House
A crowd favourite amongst residents of Toa Payoh, UNO Beef House, hidden in Maxim Coffeeshop offers some sizzling steaks imported from New Zealand. Their Black Pepper Ribeye Steak ($18), is accompanied by their signature fried potato ball, tomato and baked beans. If you’re a carb lover through and through, the fries will cost an additional S$3.
For a small stall in a coffeeshop, the steak quality is impressive. It was the easiest to cut through and chew. Despite the sizzling pan’s best effort to evaporate all the moisture, this beaut managed to retain a pretty good amount of juice, giving every mouthful just the right amount of satisfaction.
Other steak choices to savour include the Black Pepper Sirloin Steak ($16) and Black Pepper Tenderloin steak ($21). To pair with your main dishes, you should try their Mushroom Soup (S$3) or Coleslaw (S$3.50/S$4.50).
2. The Feather Blade
The Feather Blade has amassed a loyal legion of supporters, and that’s 100% well deserved. With their main outlet at Tanjong Pagar, they opened a second outlet in East Coast in Nov 2023. Feather Blade’s bestseller is none other than the iconic 200g of The Feather Blade Steak with Herb Butter and Smoke Salt. Priced at S$25 at Tanjong Pagar and S$24 at East Coast, it’s the most no-frills, no-fuss steak one can expect.
You can order it to your preferred doneness, and be prepared to pop a tender piece of meat into your mouth. With its affordable price points, you’ll be able to treat yourself to a variety of other sides to complement your meal.
One of my favourites is the Fries (S$8), which is triple cooked in wagyu beef fat! Looking for something more elegant? Upgrade your fries to Truffle Fries for an additional S$4 or top it with Dill Sour Cream & Ikura (S$4). The Spinach (S$9) is another side to look out for, boasting a fragrant nutmeg and parmesan combination, topped with an onsen egg.
For a list of locations, contact numbers and opening hours, click here.
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3. FBG
Formerly known as Fat Belly, FBG prides itself on being an unpretentious steakhouse. It excels in serving difficult-to-access, lesser-known cuts of beef with a concise menu featuring a seasonal selection of meats sourced from award-winning farms worldwide, all with a warm and laid-back vibe.
Helmed by Head Chef Spencer Lau, FBG takes a simplistic approach to preparing his steaks, allowing the meat’s natural flavours to shine through. With each steak grilled to perfection and served alongside a side of grilled garlic bulb and sea salt flakes, the focus is on quality and flavour. Pretty much everything here is a must-try, especially the Nippon Grain-Fed Angus Flat Iron (S$28), ensuring you get the best bang for your buck!
Apart from their fantastic steaks, FBG also offers a selection of housemade sauces and sides such as Torched Creamed Corn (S$12) or Mushroom Fricassee (S$14) to complement your meal, making it a memorable dining experience for you and your loved ones.
10 Jalan Serene, Serene Centre, #01-04, Singapore 258748
+65 6314 2247
Mon to Thu: 11am – 4pm & 5pm – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 4pm & 5pm – 11pm
Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10 pm
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4. Meat 4 Meat
While coffee shops aren’t the most obvious places to get a good steak, Meat 4 Meat has somehow managed to make it work. Helmed by Executive Chefs Jimmy Teo and Gerald Lau, Meat 4 Meat promises to deliver a dining experience that exceeds expectations, whether you’re a steak aficionado or just looking to indulge without breaking the bank. Their shared passion for making high-quality food accessible to everyone, regardless of the price tag, is evident in every dish.
Providing classic Western fare, expect to sink your teeth into mouthwatering delights such as the grass-fed Argentinian Ribeye (S$27.50/240g) and Australian Tenderloin (S$28.50/180g), both of which come with your choice of fries or a baked potato on the side.
Also, while it’s not a traditional steak dish, we’d have to give their Beef Wellington (S$35) a shoutout – it’s not something you’d typically see in a coffee shop setting, but trust us, you won’t regret trying it!
71 Ubi Crescent, Excalibur Centre, #01-05, Singapore 408571
+65 8290 3605
Mon: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Tue to Fri: 10.30am – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 9.30pm
Sat & Sun: 5.30pm – 9.30pm
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Mention “wagyu” to any steak enthusiast, and their eyes will light up immediately. This being Japan’s most prized cut of meat, it’s become popular amongst Singaporeans, and you can now get an affordable fix of wagyu at Bizen Okayama, run by the same folks as Aston’s.
With a variety of steaks on their menu, you can get yourself a Round Steak (S$20.50 for 150g, S$28.90 for 220g). Served with two sides—take your pick from salads, fries, potato wedges, sauteed vegetables, and more. Whatever you pick, you’ll be sure to leave your tummy full and happy.
Bizen Okayama also has a unique Cuts of the Day offering subject to availability. With their exclusive partnership with cattle farmers in Bizen Okayama, they have access to lesser-known cuts of meat. Also including two side dishes, diners will need to enquire staff about more information as some cuts will not be available again after some time!
For a list of locations, contact numbers and opening hours, click here.
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6. Braseiro
Braseiro is a Brazilian-French-influenced casual restaurant dubbed “The Best Steakhouse in Singapore” by some. This French steakhouse has two outlets and serves up authentic French steak frites, transporting you on a journey to France.
Here, diners can savour the mouth-watering Flame-grilled rib-eye ($29.90) for a 200g cut, cooked nicely to a medium-rare. Cooked over their fire-grilled barbeque, it’s tender and well-seasoned, as each bite renders a tasty burst of beefy juices.
And of course, if you ask, you shall receive. If your appetite calls and you are looking to go a bit above budget, diners can request an upgrade to the size of your steak: 300g – $37.90 / 400g – $44.90. What makes Braseiro even more lovable is their unlimited free-flow of homemade fries and salad to accompany your delicious flame-licked steak.
While not a steak, we need to give a shoutout to their unique Tartare de Boeuf (S$32.90), or beef tartare. Seasoned like in Paris, it is 100% fresh raw ribeye beef and is for those adventurous diners who are looking to try something uncommon not on your typical list of eats.
7. Steakville
Located at Sunshine Plaza, Steakville prides itself on dishes made with the freshest produce available. What sets apart Steakville is the cuts of beef are imported from the best farms around the world from New Zealand, Japan, Argentina and the USA to ensure top-quality meat cooked to perfection.
With a farm-to-table mission, look out for their cuts of Hanger Steak (S$26/200g) and Ribeye Steak (S$28/150g), prized for its immense depth of flavour. All steaks will come with house salad, beetroot puree, truffle mustard and sea salt.
While the steaks were tender, we found them to be slightly gamey for our liking. That’s when you can sprinkle some sea salt on the beef to neutralise the gaminess of the beef.
Another notable cut to look out for if you are looking for that unforgettable dining experience is their Japanese Wagyu (S$60/120g) which is an A5 grade piece of wagyu steak from Kagoshima, true luxury personified on a plate. Do note that prices may vary depending on the wagyu selection for the day.
91 Bencoolen Street, Sunshine Plaza, #01-56, Singapore 189652
+65 9233 5142
Daily: 12pm – 3pm & 5pm – 10pm
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8. Stirling Steaks
When it comes to looking for an affordable choice, Stirling Steaks will be the one to beat. No this is not a drill—the steaks here go as low as S$9.90 for a 150g cut of Flank Steak, served with salsa verde. You can even opt for an add-on of S$1.90 for paprika fries.
Alternatively, you can get a 250g cut of Striploin Steak for a mere S$31.50, served with mixed greens and even comes with a choice of truffle fries and mashed potatoes. Every steak is slowly charcoal grilled before for a savoury, tender bite, and finished off with immense high heat and topped with smooth avocado butter.
If you are feeling peckish, look no further than Stirling Steak’s Black Angus “All You Can Eat” Steak Buffet for a dining time of 60 minutes. Priced at S$40++ per pax for lunch and S$45++ per pax for dinner, you can enjoy free-flow cuts of Sirloin, Picanha and Hanger steaks to fulfil your appetite! The buffet also comes with an unlimited selection of meats such as Grilled Pork Shabu and Dory Fillet among others, as well as Garden Salad & Fries. More details can be found here.
9. Picanhas’
I’ve only tried Picanhas’ once, but I’m already awaiting the day I can do so again. At S$31, you can savour 250 grams of their Queen of Steak, a picanha steak cut. Or for S$24, you can look to try their Picanha Don with 100 grams of picanha steak, onsen egg, garlic bits, caramelised onions, pickled cabbage and vibrant blue pea rice.
The prices are hard to beat, and the quality even more so.
Thinly sliced, and oozing of a flame-grilled perfection, these steaks are what dreams are made of. They use a special Picanha rump cut, and every slab is finished with Binchotan Butter, giving it a full-bodied flavour with a tender bite.
To complement your steaks, you can pick from a range of sides all priced at S$7 including Mushrooms, Spinach, Truffle Beans or Potatoes. Additionally, for S$2 you can elevate your cuts with their homemade sauces from a choice of Sze Chuan, Chimichurri, Wasabi Cream or Bernaise, which will surely have you coming back for more!
92 Club Street, Singapore 069460
+65 9754 1909
Tue to Sun: 12pm – 3pm & 5.30pm – 10pm
Closed on Mon
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10. Smokin’ Joe
If you’re looking to treat yourself to a gourmet meal without the hefty price tag, Smokin’ Joe should be next on your list. Rivalling its higher-end counterparts, Smokin’ Joe uses a Spanish Josper oven for most of the mains on their menu.
Their commitment to bringing elevated dining to the masses is evident. It makes it simpler for you to indulge in an exquisite selection of Smokin’ Joe’s signature steaks without burning a hole in your pocket. You simply must try the mouth-watering Australian Angus Reserve Grain Fed Ribeye Steak (S$18/200g) and the delightful Australian Angus Tenderloin Grain Fed (S$26/160g).
Still want more? Indulge in their selection of add-ons, with options such as Mushroom Soup with Garlic Bread (S$4), and if you’re feeling a little healthy, dig into their House Salad (S$5). Where else can you find such elevated dishes at such an affordable price point?
51 Yishun Avenue 11, Yishun Park Hawker Centre, #01-37, Singapore 768867
Tue to Sun: 12pm – 9pm
Closed on Mon
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