What is Tingkat delivery?

Tingkat is a Singaporean catering subscription that delivers hot, home-style meals to your door on set weekdays — usually dinner, for a family of 3 to 5.

How much does Tingkat cost in Singapore?

Most providers charge between S$280 and S$550 per month for weekday dinners for 3 to 4 people, depending on portion size, halal certification, and number of dishes per delivery.

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Q: Does Tingkat cover breakfast and lunch?

Almost never. Tingkat providers deliver once a day, typically late afternoon for dinner. Breakfast, lunch, and weekend meals remain your responsibility — which is where a meal planner like MakanPlan fills the gap.

Q: Are there halal Tingkat services?

Yes. Several providers are MUIS-certified halal, including Stamford Catering and Yes Natural. Always verify current certification on the provider's site before subscribing.

Tingkat is Singapore's answer to the 6 PM scramble — hot, home-style meals delivered on weekday evenings. This guide compares the main providers, breaks down the real monthly cost, and shows you how to handle the meals catering doesn't cover.

What is Tingkat?

"Tingkat" comes from the Malay word for the tiered metal tiffin carriers that catering aunties once cycled house-to-house. Today it's a subscription: a caterer drops off 3–5 dishes plus rice or soup at your door between 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM, usually Monday to Friday. Portions serve 3 to 5 people, and the menu rotates on a monthly cycle.

Comparing the main providers

Provider	Price	Days	Halal	Best for
Stamford Catering	S$340–520 / month	Mon–Fri dinner	MUIS-certified	Halal families wanting variety
Yes Natural	S$380–560 / month	Mon–Fri dinner	MUIS-certified	Halal + organic/vegetarian
Tinsuay Tingkat	S$300–450 / month	Mon–Fri dinner	Not halal	Traditional Chinese home-style
Ninja Cut	S$280–420 / month	Flex weekdays	Halal-friendly	Portion flexibility
Select Catering	S$320–480 / month	Mon–Fri dinner	MUIS-certified	Larger families (4–6 pax)

Prices are indicative for family portions (3–4 pax) and change regularly. Confirm current rates and MUIS certification with each provider before subscribing.

How to pick the right service

1. Match the days to your week. If you only need Mon/Wed/Fri, don't pay for a full 5-day plan — several caterers offer 3-day tiers.
2. Check portion honesty. Ask friends or scan reviews. "3–4 pax" from one caterer can be a real adult meal; from another it's a side.
3. Verify halal certification. If this matters to your household, look for MUIS on the current certification list, not just marketing copy.
4. Try one month before locking in. Menu rotations can look great on paper and repeat heavily in practice.

The gap Tingkat leaves — and how MakanPlan fills it

Even a five-day Tingkat plan only solves ~35% of your family's weekly meals. You still need to figure out:

• 7 breakfasts (under 10 minutes each)
• 5 weekday lunches (portable or leftover-friendly)
• 2 weekend dinners
• Any weekday your caterer skips (public holidays, off-days)

MakanPlan's Tingkat-aware mode lets you tick the days catering covers dinner. We then plan around them — generating breakfast, lunch, and the remaining dinners with matching grocery lists, so nothing is wasted and nothing is missed.

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Frequently asked

Does Tingkat cover breakfast and lunch?

Almost never — nearly all providers deliver dinner only. Plan breakfast and lunch separately.

Are there halal Tingkat services?

Yes. Stamford Catering, Yes Natural, and Select Catering are commonly MUIS-certified. Always confirm current status on the MUIS register.

Can I pause a Tingkat subscription?

Most providers allow pausing with 2–5 working days' notice. Read the T&Cs before committing to a monthly cycle.

What about weekends and public holidays?

Standard weekday plans don't deliver Sat/Sun or PHs. MakanPlan automatically fills those slots with quick, family-friendly recipes.