Hawker stall Daddy Cuisine by Daddy BBQ, known for its humongous Turkish kebabs, reopens at Holland Village
Hey Siri, play Hey Daddy (Daddy’s Home) by Usher, because Daddy Cuisine by Daddy BBQ is finally back!
Jokes aside, the well-loved hawker stall has recently reopened at Holland Village Market & Food Centre.
Long-time fans would know that over the years, Daddy Cuisine by Daddy BBQ has changed addresses more times than most of us can keep track of.
The hawker stall first started out in Toa Payoh, before moving to Fortune Centre, Pasir Ris Hawker Centre, and, most recently, East Coast Lagoon Food Village — with each stop lasting only a short while.
Thankfully, the wandering days are over.
Co-owner Rambo, as he’s known by many, tells us, “This is my last location — I am not moving anymore.”
That’s music to the ears of its faithful followers who have tracked the hawker stall’s every move, for sure!
Rambo runs a one-man show at the stall, while his wife Lin keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
A Turkish native with family roots in North India, Rambo draws inspiration from both culinary traditions at Daddy Cuisine by Daddy BBQ.
Every dish is made fresh to order, from the doner kebabs to the pita bread, so don’t expect your meal to arrive in mere minutes. That said, each portion seems hearty enough to satisfy two hungry diners, so we’d say the wait is well worth it.
Most plates also come with a medley of vegetables and a pickle on the side, which rounds out an otherwise indulgent feast, with a nice and refreshing touch.
Deciding what to order is the real challenge
Between the different permutations of carbs and proteins (chicken, beef, or mixed), you’ll be spoiled for choice — in the best way possible.
To start, the pureed chickpea (plain, S$10), served with freshly made pita bread, is a solid choice to share among a big group.
The hummus itself is thicc, creamy, and slightly earthy. Paired with warm, fluffy pita bread, it’s a tried-and-tested combo that you absolutely can’t go wrong with.
While most customers gravitate toward the much-familiar roti wrap (from S$9), or pita bread (from S$10), the tandorri kebab with baked biryani rice is an underrated choice and deserves more attention. We had the chicken (S$13) version and it quickly became one of our favourites.
Here, the protein is marinated in a blend of tandoori seasoning and Indian spices, giving it its signature orange hue.
Served over briyani rice and finished with a generous blanket of cheese, the dish is then baked until golden brown. The end-product is an oh-so-comforting meal that unites juicy chicken, rice, and gloriously stretchy cheese in every mouthful.
Sticking with the briyani rice theme, another mouthwatering dish that left quite an impression is the lamb shank briyani rice (S$18.90).
Obviously, the lamb is the star of the show — it arrives fork-tender and falls off the bone at the slightest nudge.
Together with the aromatic briyani rice beneath, the two make for an undeniably satisfying combination.
Lamb lovers can also try the BBQ lamb tikka kebab (S$17) — a North Indian dish, featuring boneless chunks of lamb, served alongside pita bread and greens.
We also had to try the naan (flatbread), which Rambo aptly calls it “Indian pizza”. The description makes perfect sense, with the light, pillowy bread serving as the base for your choice of topping.
Options include cheesy paneer (S$14), chicken (S$14), and beef (S$15), though we ultimately settled on the pepperoni (masala ham, S$15).
The resemblance is spot-on: Aside from the bread’s springy texture, it fulfills all the familiar comforts of a classic pizza, while the masala-spiced ham gives it a distinctly Indian twist.
That said, the boat-shaped flatbread does come thicker around the edges, making those outer portions denser and chewier. The middle section, on the other hand, has a better balance between the soft naan and the savoury toppings.
If you’ve somehow managed to save room for dessert, round off your meal with the filio pistachio (S$10), featuring a crisp pastry soaked in a lightly sweet syrup, served with a bowl of thick cream on the side.
Interestingly, Daddy Cuisine by Daddy BBQ’s version includes cheese in it. Dig in while the sweet treat is still hot and you’ll be rewarded with a satisfyingly stretchy cheese pull.
No matter what you order at this hawker stall, you’re guaranteed a hearty meal, loaded with generous portions of protein and greens.
It’s not every day that you come across Turkish-North Indian fare in a hawker centre. And for that reason, Daddy Cuisine by Daddy BBQ is one to keep a look out for, especially if you find yourself around Holland Village!
Hungry for more eats in Holland Village? Check out our round-up of restaurants in the ‘hood and our favourite stalls at Holland Drive Food Centre.
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Shannon has the taste buds of a grandmother and perpetually struggles with a food coma.
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