A traditional Chinese dessert spot. Chinese desserts are typically in soup form, made from steamed egg, milk, nut pastes, starches, or jelly, with sweet or savory toppings — but less adventurous eaters can opt for ice cream. For more traditional Chinese desserts, also check out Gong He Guan.
1 Liang Seah St., #01-10/11 Liang Seah Pl.
Singapore, 189032
+65-63-398-198
On a weekend morning, hit the big wet market downstairs to see how locals get their groceries. (Greet the uncles and aunties behind the stalls with a smile and they might just give you a discount!) Then head to the hawker center upstairs for chwee kueh (steamed rice cake), pau (steamed buns), and the “see no sunlight” char siew wanton noodle.
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30 Seng Poh Rd.
Singapore, 168898
Get a $1 ice-cream sandwich (which is really $1.20/$1.50 now, but will still always be referred to as “one dollar ice cream”) from the aunties and uncles along Orchard Road, Singapore’s main shopping thoroughfare. Pick your flavor and your ‘sandwich’— our favorite combo is the raspberry ripple with wafers. This is also where you’ll find Singapore’s famous rainbow bread, which makes for a great (and Instagram-worthy) ice cream sandwich option, too.
Orchard Rd.
Singapore, 239695
What began as a humble, homestyle seafood shack on the nearby island of Pulau Ubin has since grown into restaurant serving a fusion of American, French, Italian, and Indian cuisine with a Singaporean twist. The seafood is still great, especially the chili crab, but now the menu has expanded to include everything from steak to foie gras.
63 Hillview Ave., Level 6 (Canteen)
Singapore, 669569
+65-64-669-558
A Chinese food stall on busy Cheong Chin Nam road, a street lined with popular eateries, serving (you guessed it) porridge and rice, which you can order topped with different meats and vegetables. While you’re there, head a few stalls down to Al-Azhar, a popular spot for late-night grub, and try their excellent roti prata, a traditional South-Indian unleavened flatbread.
14 Cheong Chin Nam Rd.
Singapore, 599738
+65-64-630-768
Tucked away on Club Street, a popular expat hangout lined with restaurants, bars, and galleries, you’ll find this all-around spot serving brunch, lunch, and dinner. The menu is standard American bistro fare, with items like truffle mac & cheese, burgers, and meat and cheese boards, with a great cocktail list and dessert as well.
5 Gemmill Ln.
Singapore, 069261
+65-62-255-043
Michelin-starred and world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant with multiple Singapore locations (and many more worldwide). The main outpostis in the Marina Bay Sands complex, but luckily you can enjoy their two signature dishes, xiao long baos (steamed pork dumplings) and steamed chicken soup, at any location around the city.
(Multiple locations; Marina Bay Sands location)
2 Bayfront Ave. #B2-63
Singapore, 018972
+65-66-349-969
Open till 1:00 a.m. most days and 3:00 a.m. on the weekends, this is the perfect spot for fried treats after night of drinking in the city. Get the cold soybean milk with a you tiao — like a Chinese cruller — and dip the you tiao in the soybean milk as you eat it — it won’t prevent your hangover or anything, it’s just really good.
2 Short St.
Singapore, 188211
+65 6334 1138
A gourmet, dessert-focused experience. The menu features creative desserts like peach wasabi, soy honeycomb banana, and green tea tarts, all matched with a custom wine pairing. There are also three and five-course dessert tasting menus categorized by flavor (playful, zen, natural, etc.) — for serious sweet tooths only.
21A Lorong Liput, Holland Village
Singapore, 277733
+65-62-919-727
This four-story building is actually several eateries and bars in one: Three Buns Burgers and Cocktails, a gourmet burger and craft cocktail joint, is on the first floor, the second floor is a relaxed restaurant, the third floor is home to Studio 1939, a bespoke, intimate drinking den, and the rooftop is a tropical, tiki-themed bar. Come for one or all four.
36 Keong Saik Rd.
Singapore, 089143
+65-63-271-939
This Hawker centre, or open air market, is famed for housing some of the best street food stalls in Singapore. Grab a quick bite to eat or a late night supper of bean curd and pork satay, which you’ll find at any of the stalls, but be sure to seek out Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee in particular and try their Lor Mee, braised noodles with fish, pork belly, egg, and lots of vinegar.
51 Old Airport Rd.
Singapore, 390051
+65-62-255-632