14 Chinatown Point food spots to check out

It’s not uncommon to visit Chinatown for some sights, sounds or vibes, but did you know that the Chinatown Point food scene, too, is abuzz with some very exciting dining options? This place is certainly worth a visit just for the culinary delights alone. 

The range of Chinatown Point food choices deviates from the usual F&B suspects found in many other malls — the selection is far from boring and there is also a competitive variety of Chinese food, from Lanzhou noodles to Fujian and Sichuan cuisine, as well as Hong Kong-style dim sum. 

The mall is also a great starting or ending point if you’re in Chinatown for a cultural experience. Whatever you’re in Chinatown for, pop by Chinatown Point for traditional local fare or something modern with a twist — all in a comfy, air-conditioned setting.

1. Wu Wang Guo

Chinatown Point, 03-09 to 03-14, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3am)

Why visit? Hotpot restaurant Wu Wang Guo is one of our go-tos for healthy Chinatown Point food, with its seven types of soup bases — each has been brewed for hours with premium Chinese herbs to offer naturally robust flavours.

Hotpot aficionados will be glad to know that the restaurant insists on using only the freshest ingredients and quality meat and seafood. We were especially impressed with the pork cuts and sake drunken prawns!

Crowd favourites: It takes at least eight hours to simmer the WWG collagen beauty soup (from S$12.80) so as to arrive at its clean, creamy and milk-white texture. Made from pork and chicken bones as well as seafood, this Wu Wang Guo specialty is not just a tantalising treat but also good for the skin.

Another specialty here are the toothsome handmade balls, including the crowd-pleasing ebiko prawnball (from S$6.90 for a half portion) and scallop prawnball (from S$6.90 for a half portion). The seaweed beancurd skin (from S$5.80 for a half portion) is also a must-order.

2. Kohaku Sabo

Chinatown Point, 02-34, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm)

Why visit? The Kohaku family of restaurants is known for its tendon, a traditional Japanese rice bowl topped with tempura. What makes its tempura so delicately crisp here is the use of a unique batter incorporating a secret variety of flours.

Kohaku Sabo, part of the family and a pretty new entrant to the Chinatown Point food scene, is a Japanese cafe concept that allows diners to enjoy a wider range of classic Japanese fare, on top of its winning tendon dish. The best way to eat here is to do a “half and half”, where you get to enjoy both the tendon and udon, each served in a half-size bowl. 

Crowd favourites: The Half & Half (S$23) comes with a half-size bowl of Kohaku tendon and your choice of any udon. We recommend the signature mentaiko cream sauce udon with ikura topping, a delectably rich offering that is served in just the right portion in this pairing.

The desserts, available after 1.30pm, are also the highlights here Melt in the mouth, the sweet potato brulee (S$12.80) features a scoop of vanilla ice cream atop fluffy potato steamed to perfection, which goes so well with a hot cup of O-matcha (S$4.50).   

Read our full review of Kohaku Sabo here.

3. Victor’s Kitchen

Chinatown Point, B1-33, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (10.30am to 9pm)

Why visit? A hidden gem among Chinatown Point food establishments, Victor’s Kitchen has been serving up authentic Hong Kong-style dim sum as well as perennial Hong Kong favourites such as porridge, chee cheong fun and milk tea for years. Its Sunshine Plaza outlet might be more popular, but we think this spot’s great too if you’re in the area. 

Helmed by a head chef who is a Hong Kong native, this unpretentious eatery promises to deliver a taste of Hong Kong and definitely does not disappoint.

Crowd favourites: The golden egg yolk lava buns (S$5 for three pieces) come piping hot — bite carefully as the fluffy buns ooze the sweet, decadent custard and egg yolk paste that you will not want to waste a drop of.

Spring Is In The Air Cheong Fun (S$5.50) is a silky smooth rice roll that holds an appetising medley of chopped carrots, cabbage and prawn. This light dish goes well with the HK summer iced milk tea (S$3.50), a best-seller in Victor’s Kitchen. The tea, made with tea powder imported from Hong Kong, is chilled by sitting the cup in a bowl of ice to avoid diluting the flavour.

4. Kra Pow

Chinatown Point, 02-39, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5pm to 9.30pm)

Why visit? Kra Pow is a lunchtime crowd favourite at Chinatown Point, so be prepared to queue. Many come here not just for the authentic Thai flavours but also the well-executed wok hei in the dishes. 

The menu is extensive, there is no service charge and the atmosphere is casual and trendy. It is everything you would expect of an excellent eatery that feels like it came straight out of Bangkok!

Crowd favourites: The Drunkard noodle (S$18.80), with tiger prawn and fresh squid, packs a punch and is a must-have for those of you who love your food very spicy. In this dish, silky flat rice noodles are stir-fried with a hearty serving of hot basil and Thai bird’s-eye chilli, and then sweetened with a good serving of fresh seafood — Kra Pow does not hold back on its ingredients.

The Krapow, or the restaurant’s take on crackling pork belly (S$19.70) is impeccably roasted to achieve a crispy skin while retaining tender-soft meat. The accompanying sauce, a tangy Pommery Dijon mustard, balances the fattiness of the pork.

5. Qing Hua Jiao x Jing Yue Rong 

Chinatown Point, B1-16, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Thursday (11am to 9pm), Friday to Sunday  (11am to 9.30pm)

Why visit? You get to enjoy the best of both worlds at this dual-brand restaurant from Shanghai, which highlights two types of cuisine: Sichuan peppercorn fish at Qing Hua Jiao and griddled specialties at Jing Yue Rong.

We also like the generous servings of vegetables in these dishes — they make for a complete meal of fibre, protein and carbs when paired with a bowl of rice. The free-flow of buckwheat tea, which cuts through the heat and oil, is a nice bonus that complements the food marvellously.

Crowd favourites: Slow-boiled for four hours, the soup base for the signature Sichuan peppercorn fish (from S$28.80 for one to two diners) is deep, full-bodied and numbing,  a truly divine experience when enjoyed with the plump pieces of fresh fish. 

The griddle-cooked frog (S$48.80) in sweet and spicy sauce is super addictive — succulent frog legs are seared along with aromatics and herbs in a wok of fire, and then seasoned with a piquant and fiery sauce that gives a burst of flavour in every bite.

6. Nanbantei Japanese Restaurant

Chinatown Point, 02-40, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Wednesday and Sunday (11.45am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 9.30pm)
Thursday to Saturday (11.45am to 2.30pm, 5.45pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Nanbantei specialises in yakitori, the Japanese art of grilling skewers over an open flame. The restaurant takes pride in its grilling skills, ensuring that its skewers are nicely charred on the outside while making sure the inside retains a juicy flavour bomb. 

Tip: Get a seat by the counter for the full experience! You get to watch the yakitori chefs in action and get your skewers served fresh off the charcoal grill.

Crowd favourites: There is a wide selection of a la carte skewered meats, seafood and vegetables here, as well as set meals. For lunch, the kurobuta don (S$18.50) is an irresistible feast — the perfectly grilled black iberico pork slices are served on a bed of warm rice and topped with a beautiful onsen egg.

For dinner, opt for the yakitori course (S$43), which features 12 of Nanbantei’s signature skewers across a variety of chicken, pork, beef, seafood and vegetables. This course is a great introduction if you’re dining at Nanbantei for the first time.

7. DumPrince Dumpling House

Chinatown Point, B1-47C, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 9pm)

Why visit? If you’re craving affordable soul food of la mian and dumplings, head straight to DumPrince Dumpling House. Though set up as a casual, no-frills eatery, DumPrince Dumpling House is incredibly sincere about its fare.

For example, the dumplings are all handmade, while the creamy collagen chicken broth is meticulously boiled for eight hours to extract every bit of flavour and has no MSG in it.

Crowd favourites: The dumplings here come in various preparation styles, including boiled, pan-fried, deep fried, in Sichuan spice and collagen soup. We recommend the Sichuan spicy prawn dumplings (from S$6.50 for six pieces). The sauce is a simple mix of chilli oil and vinegar, but the result is an uplifting tanginess that elevates the juicy prawns. 

The chicken dumplings noodle soup (S$8.90 for collagen broth) is one nourishing delight. Neither too rich nor too heavy, it’s one dish that we can down almost every day.

For more chilli oil dumpling choices, check out our full list here.

8. Janggut Laksa

Chinatown Point, B1-49A, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (10.30am to 8.30pm)

Why visit? Janggut Laksa is known for being Singapore’s original Katong laksa, founded in the 1950s. In Malay, “janggut” means “beard”, and it was the nickname for the original laksa hawker Ng Juat Swee, who had hairs coming out of a mole on his chin.

This old-school version, where the coconut milk shines through the zesty and piquant broth, is lighter than today’s thicker laksa varieties. The noodles are also cut short, so you’ll only need a spoon for this dish!

Crowd favourites: The Janggut laksa (from S$5.90 for a regular bowl) is the must-have here. But the curry chicken (from S$5.50 for a regular portion), which you can order with rice, bread, toasted bread or fried mantou, is also a good choice. A harmonious blend of spiciness and creaminess, the curry chicken is our go-to comfort food on a chilly day.

We suss out the best laksa spots in Singapore.

9. Danji Korean BBQ Buffet

Chinatown Point, 02-35, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Friday (12pm to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm), Saturday and Sunday (12pm to 10pm)

Why visit? This all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ buffet has been quite the hit — managed by a Korean family, the food at Danji Korean BBQ Buffet is authentically Korean and so is the restaurant atmosphere.

The restaurant’s motto is “Come hungry, leave happy”, which bears testament to the restaurant’s dedication towards ensuring its customers leave contented. Most who dine there rave about its wide selection of meats, seafood and Korean favourites as well as the affordable prices.

Its buffet prices start from S$23 for adults for a weekday lunch and go up to S$32 for a weekend dinner, excluding GST and service charge.

Crowd favourites: The pork belly in its various marinades (soy, wine, garlic and spicy) is a popular choice, as is the beef bulgogi. Don’t sleep on its seafood options — the prawns in its spread are large and fresh.

10. D’life Signature

Chinatown Point, 02-37, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 9.30pm)

Why visit? Can’t quite decide where to dine while at Chinatown Point? If we were you, we’d make a beeline for the wide and wholesome range of Chinese vegetarian options at D’life Signature, where the space is clean, spacious and comfy. 

The restaurant uses high quality ingredients, and this shows in the dishes, which left us feeling nourished and fulfilled. The highlight is its dim sum, which is one of the more amazing vegetarian versions we’ve tried on the island.

Crowd favourites: On the dim sum menu, the truffle mushroom bun (S$5) and siew mai (S$4.20) are flavour powerhouses jam-packed with generous chunks of mushrooms and veggies. 

We also recommend the tofu dishes, including the claypot tofu (S$10.30) and sizzling hotplate tofu (S$10.30). Both feature delicate, custard-like tofu, which pair well with the robust sauces. Going vegetarian is a really satisfying affair here.

11. Fu Lai Lai

Chinatown Point, 02-01/02, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 10pm)

Why visit? Fujian (or Hokkien) cuisine was made famous in Singapore several years ago with the arrival of Putien, and it’s only good that competitors have sprung up to maintain standards.

The opening of Fu Lai Lai, which serves up quality Fujian cuisine, in early 2024 has kept diners excited with its offerings that consistently exceed expectations. Fujian cuisine emphasises the umami of the ocean’s bounty, and you can be sure that Fu Lai Lai’s seafood dishes, too, showcase this freshness and flavour. 

Crowd favourites: The Putian red grouper soup in claypot (S$28.80) comes with a sweet, mild-tasting yet addictive soup, which has been elevated with a subtle blend of Chinese herbs and wine. 

Another star here is the tieguanyin braised prawns (S$34.80), which incorporate tieguanyin tea as a seasoning. The natural sweetness of the prawns with the fragrant and slightly earthy notes of tea leaves create a harmonious and aromatic flavour profile.

12. Kuafood

Chinatown Point, B1-51C, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 10pm)

Why visit? We can’t get enough of these fried skewers seasoned the Sichuanese way from Kuafood, a very popular chain from China. The skewers are fried upon order so they taste fresh and juicy, and are then spiced up with your choice of seasoning and sauce before it reaches your hands. 

There is a huge assortment of skewers to choose from, including squid, mushroom, chicken, beef, pork and vegetables, as well as flavours such as green onion, celery, sesame, spicy and non-spicy. 

Crowd favourites: Most skewers start at S$0.90. Our favourites are the lamb skewer (S$1.50), beef skewers (S$2.70 for three) and the large chicken fillet chop (S$5.90). The meats are marinated very well, with a crisp exterior and tender flesh. The chicken was especially memorable for us and left us yearning for more!

13. Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles

Chinatown Point, 01-43, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 9.30pm)

Why visit? This Chinese-Muslim style of noodles from Lanzhou features a clear beef broth with more than 15 herbs and spices such as star anise, cinnamon and cloves, simmered for hours. 

The resulting dish is a delightful and balanced combination of textures and flavours, where tender beef slices and chewy hand-pulled noodles complement the savoury, spicy broth.

Crowd favourites: The signature beef Noodles (from S$10.90 for a small bowl) has a light yet delectable broth, with the noodles delivering a pleasing mouthfeel.

In the sauerkraut beef noodles (from S$11.90 for a small bowl), fermented cabbage adds a tangy dimension to the dish, which, for us, has been pretty addictive!

14. Shu Yan Sichuan Cuisine

Chinatown Point,  01-41/42, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5.30pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Shu Yan, which hails from Chengdu, has many authentic Sichuan classics such as fried chicken with dry chilli, grilled fish and spicy bullfrog. We especially like the clean, spacious and air-conditioned setting — the perfect conditions to enjoy the spicy delicacies in. 

We also recommend bringing family or friends along to share the dishes with, so that you also get to try more items from the extensive menu!

Crowd favourites: Choose from four different flavours for the Szechuan-style special grilled fish (S$52.32) — we recommend Green Pepper for its lively, vibrant and slightly sweet taste.

The mapo tofu (S$13.96) nicely showcases the bold and contrasting flavours of Sichuan cuisine — it is spicy and numbing yet sweet and savoury. There is also Chinese wine added to this comforting dish, which sound amazing to down on a rainy day. 

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