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Mad Charcoal
Pork Belly
Most frequently praised dish in the reviews. It was repeatedly described as melt-in-your-mouth, succulent, tender, and richly smoky/charred, with several reviewers saying it was the standout item or worth returning for.
Beef Brisket
Strongly recommended multiple times for its tender texture, rich smoky flavor, and excellent fat-to-meat balance. Reviewers also noted it as great value and one of the best items on the menu.
Ratatouille
Mentioned often as a highly recommended side. Reviewers praised its strong flavor, well-cooked vegetables, and ability to balance the richness of the grilled meats.
Chicken Chop
Recommended for its juicy meat, good seasoning, and charcoal-grilled flavor. Several reviews called it restaurant-quality and very delicious.
Sweet Potato Cubes
Repeatedly praised as a standout side for being crispy outside, soft inside, and subtly sweet. Reviewers felt it paired especially well with the rich pork belly.
Beef Cheek
Frequently recommended for being very tender, moist, and flavorful, with a pleasant smoky char. Multiple reviews highlighted its soft texture and rich taste.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Mad Charcoal
Mad Charcoal is a bar and grill in Singapore with a casual, trendy setting and coffee shop atmosphere. It serves lunch and dinner, with outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout, alcohol, beer, coffee, and small plates available. Reviews consistently praise the charcoal-grilled meats, especially pork belly, beef brisket, chicken chop, and beef cheek, along with the ratatouille and sides. Diners also note the generous portions, tender meat, and good value for the price.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Food
- Small plates
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Mad Charcoal known for?
Mad Charcoal is best known for its charcoal-grilled pork belly and beef brisket, both of which reviewers describe as tender, smoky, and well seasoned. The pork belly lunch set and the brisket are often singled out for restaurant-level quality at a hawker-style setting in Singapore.
What dishes are most recommended at Mad Charcoal?
The most recommended dishes are pork belly, beef brisket, chicken chop, ratatouille, and aglio olio. Reviewers also mention duck leg confit, smoked beef cheeks, and grilled veggies, with the ratatouille and mashed potatoes often praised as standout sides.
What is the atmosphere like at Mad Charcoal?
The vibe is casual and trendy, set in a coffeeshop or canteen-style space in an industrial park. Reviewers describe it as airy and comfortably pleasant, which works well for solo dining, groups, and lunch or dinner with friends.
Is Mad Charcoal good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are generous and the food is worth the price, especially for dishes like the $11.50 pork belly with ratatouille lunch set and the $9 chicken chop. The listed price range is SGD 10 to 20, though some mains such as beef brisket can run around $20.50.
When is the best time to visit Mad Charcoal?
Lunch is a popular time because several reviewers highlight the lunch sets as a strong value, but the restaurant is also popular for dinner. Planning ahead helps, since the data says there is usually a wait, especially at peak times in the industrial estate location.
Is parking available at Mad Charcoal?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Mad Charcoal kid-friendly?
Yes, Mad Charcoal is good for kids.
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