# Catering in Geylang

Only SFA-licensed food businesses may offer catering in Singapore – home-based kitchens are barred from catering, even for buffets or packed meals. Mini buffets start from about $13 per pax with 8–30 pax minimums, and bentos from under $5 per pax for bulk orders. Check MUIS certification covers the caterer's kitchen, not just a logo.

## Key facts
- Listings: 18
- Matched to a government licence/register: 2
- Median years in business: 11

## Prices in Singapore
Per-pax prices from caterers' published menus and comparison guides (2024–2025), usually before GST and delivery.

| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bento (bulk, budget) | S$3.50–S$6.90 per pax | Minimums of 25–60 pax at the lowest prices |
| Bento (standard) | S$7.20–S$17.50 per pax | Minimums typically 10–30 pax |
| Mini buffet | S$12.95–S$21.68 per pax | For 8–30 pax; disposable trays and warmers |
| Festive mini buffet for 10 | S$375 per set | Christmas menu example |

## Licences
- **SFA licence for catering** (Singapore Food Agency (SFA), required): Only SFA-licensed food businesses may provide catering (buffets or packed meals). Caterers are Category 1 under the SAFE framework, and from Phase 2 (details by 2027) must appoint an Advanced Food Hygiene Officer and run a food-safety management system to hold grade A. Check: https://go.gov.sg/sfa-track-records
- **MUIS Halal Certificate** (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS), optional): Voluntary, but MUIS is the only body that can issue halal certificates in Singapore (Administration of Muslim Law Act). Certified outlets must display the original, valid certificate; photocopies are not allowed. Check: https://muis.gov.sg/Halal/Halal-Certification/Certified-Eating-Establishments

## How to choose
- Confirm the caterer is SFA-licensed and ask for its licence number; caterers are Category 1 under SFA's SAFE framework, so the grade reflects their track record.
- For halal events, verify the caterer on the MUIS directory – the certificate should cover its central kitchen.
- Compare total cost: delivery, setup, location surcharges, GST and minimum-pax rules can add significantly.
- Ask about food-holding time: buffet food is usually meant to be eaten within a few hours of delivery; plan the timing around your event.
- Check buffer quantities – most caterers recommend ordering for the confirmed headcount, not extra, as portions already include some buffer.

## Red flags
- A home-based seller offering buffet or packed-meal catering – SFA prohibits this.
- Halal claims without a MUIS certificate covering the caterer.
- No written menu, headcount and delivery window confirmation.

## Listings (top 18)
- [FoodLine](https://lookup.sg/biz/foodline), Geylang · Paya Lebar Square, 60 Paya Lebar Rd · 1 min walk from Cc9 MRT · registered 2013
- [Hungry BBQ | BBQ Delivery and Catering Singapore](https://lookup.sg/biz/hungry-bbq-bbq-delivery-and-catering-singapore), Geylang · 1012 Aljunied Ave 3, #01-27 · 5 min walk from Paya Lebar MRT · SFA licensed
- [Best Food Caterer Singapore](https://lookup.sg/biz/best-food-caterer-singapore), Geylang · Betime Building, 246 MacPherson Rd, #07-04 · 9 min walk from Potong Pasir MRT · registered 2018
- [Hiding Place Kitchen](https://lookup.sg/biz/hiding-place-kitchen), Geylang · 247 Paya Lebar Rd, #02-01 · 4 min walk from Tai Seng MRT · registered 2020
- [Anna's Cafe](https://lookup.sg/biz/annas-cafe), Joo Chiat · 218 PKMS Building Lorong 108 Changi PKMS Building · 4 min walk from Eunos MRT
- [The Black Hole Group](https://lookup.sg/biz/the-black-hole-group), Geylang · 10 Genting Ln, #06 Jay Gee Melwanie House · 6 min walk from Potong Pasir MRT
- [Ezbbq](https://lookup.sg/biz/ezbbq), Geylang · 105 Sims Ave, #10-04 · 8 min walk from Aljunied MRT
- [Qilin Catering](https://lookup.sg/biz/qilin-catering), Geylang · 1012 Aljunied Avenue 3 · 4 min walk from Paya Lebar MRT · SFA licensed · registered 2005
- [Believe Catering](https://lookup.sg/biz/believe-catering), Geylang · 51 Circuit Rd, #01-793 Block 51 · 3 min walk from Mattar MRT · registered 2010
- [Ros Catering Services](https://lookup.sg/biz/ros-catering-services), Geylang · 37 Kallang Pudding Road Tong Lee Building Tower B, #08-06 (Room 66 Front Wing · 7 min walk from Mattar MRT · registered 2012
- [Phin's Catering Services](https://lookup.sg/biz/phins-catering-services), Geylang · 81 Genting Ln, #07-02 · 9 min walk from Mattar MRT · registered 2014
- [Jamil Sate Classic](https://lookup.sg/biz/jamil-sate-classic), Geylang · 54 Genting Ln · 9 min walk from Geylang Bahru MRT · registered 2015
- [Singapura Heritage](https://lookup.sg/biz/singapura-heritage), Geylang · 10 Eunos Rd 8, #02-142/143 SingPost Centre · 2 min walk from Cc9 MRT · registered 2020
- [Lush Platters](https://lookup.sg/biz/lush-platters), Joo Chiat · 9 min walk from Eunos MRT · registered 2017
- [Hungry Indian Catering](https://lookup.sg/biz/hungry-indian-catering), Geylang · Betime building, 246 MacPherson Rd, #07-04 · 9 min walk from Potong Pasir MRT · registered 2023
- [Suguru Home Dining](https://lookup.sg/biz/suguru-home-dining), Joo Chiat · 175 Joo Chiat Rd · 10 min walk from Eunos MRT
- [OS Bagus Foodstuff](https://lookup.sg/biz/os-bagus-foodstuff), Geylang · 57 Ubi Ave 1, #02 03 · 6 min walk from Macpherson MRT
- [Hokey Poki](https://lookup.sg/biz/hokey-poki), Geylang · 10 Paya Lebar Rd · 1 min walk from Paya Lebar MRT

## FAQs
### Can home-based businesses do catering in Singapore?
No. SFA allows home-based food businesses to sell without a licence, but explicitly bars them from offering catering, including buffet lines and packed meals, because of the higher food-safety risk at that scale. Only SFA-licensed food businesses can cater, and licensed caterers cannot operate from home.

### How much does mini buffet catering cost in Singapore?
Mini buffets for 8–30 people generally cost about $13–22 per pax before GST, based on caterers' published menus, with minimum orders of 8–20 pax. Bentos range from under $5 per pax for large bulk orders to $17.50 for premium sets. Delivery, setup and location surcharges are often extra.

### How do I check if a caterer is halal?
Search the caterer on MUIS's halal directory or the MuslimSG app and ask to see the original certificate. Certification is tied to specific premises, so a caterer with one certified kitchen may produce some menus elsewhere.

### What happened to the A, B, C, D hygiene grades in Singapore?
From 19 January 2026 SFA replaced the annual A–D hygiene grade with the SAFE framework. Outlets now get A (more than three years with no major lapse), B (one to three years), NEW (operating under a year) or C (a court conviction for a food-safety offence or a licence suspension under the demerit-points system). Scan the QR code on the SFA licence at the counter to see the current grade.

## Sources
- SFA – Requirements for home-based food businesses: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-retail/home-based-food-businesses/requirements-for-home-based-food-businesses
- SFA – Licences and permits for food retail: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-retail/licence-permit
- SFA – New Safety Assurance for Food Establishment (SAFE) framework: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/news-publications/newsroom/new-safety-assurance-for-food-establishment--safe--framework--to-strengthen-food-safety
- MUIS – Certified Eating Establishments: https://muis.gov.sg/Halal/Halal-Certification/Certified-Eating-Establishments

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Source: Lookup (https://lookup.sg) · Data as of October 2026 · Listings compiled from Singapore government open data (data.gov.sg), OneMap and Overture Maps places. Free listings never show contact details; featured listings are labelled.