Tucked within the mixed-use development along Beach Road, Ma Der Kin Khao ມາເດີกินข้าว is a relatively new addition quietly drawing attention for its unique culinary focus. The casual eatery has recently opened, joining a growing cluster of dining spots in the area that already includes familiar names like Beerthai and Japanese fusion concept Ovenbird.
What sets Ma Der Kin Khao apart is its rare combination of Thai Isan and Laotian cuisine — flavours that remain relatively underrepresented in Singapore’s dining scene. The name itself means “come eat” in Lao, reflecting the restaurant’s warm, home-style spirit. The menu features dishes rooted in traditional Southeast Asian cooking, with highlights such as Soop Pak Lao, a vibrant Laotian salad of blanched greens and mushrooms tossed in a punchy dressing of fermented fish sauce, ginger, garlic, chillies and sesame seeds.
Other comforting specialities include keng no mai, a fragrant Lao bamboo soup, and charcoal-grilled pork cheek (kor moo yang). Those dining in groups can also opt for a value-friendly set menu designed for sharing, which includes dishes such as tom yum seafood soup and a whole steamed seabass. For diners looking to explore the bold, herbaceous flavours of Thailand’s Isan region and neighbouring Laos, Ma Der Kin Khao offers a refreshing new stop along the Beach Road dining stretch.
