15 Holland Village restaurants for every craving

There’s no shortage of choices when it comes to Holland Village restaurants, but which ones are worth the space in your tummies and the calories? Apart from the restaurants that line the streets, malls such as Holland Piazza and the newly-opened One Holland Village deliver bountiful restaurant options. 

You can choose from indulgent Mexican grub, authentic Italian cuisine or even homely Taiwanese fare.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, having a casual lunch with friends or looking for an intimate dinner spot, the restaurants here will check every one of your boxes — read on for our list of some of the best Holland Village restaurants to try the next time you’re in the area.

1. La Nonna 

26/26B Lorong Mambong
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm), Saturday and Sunday (11.30am to 10pm)

Why visit? Here’s a longstanding Italian restaurant with a loyal customer pool. Opened in 2006, La Nonna, which means “the grandmother” in Italian, began with a wish to share authentic traditional and homely dishes with the local audience, just like how an Italian grandmother would have made them. 

This spacious two-storey Holland Village’s restaurant is also great for gatherings with friends and family and even romantic dates. 

Crowd favourites: One of its signatures is the La Nonna pizza (S$26), a truffle egg pizza with a prominent truffle fragrance. For delicious pasta, try its linguine al granchio (S$28), a crab meat linguine dish cooked in tomato-cream sauce and basil.

2. Cha Cha Cha

32 Lorong Mambong
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11.30am to 11pm), Friday and Saturday (11.30am to 12am)

Why visit? One of the pioneers of the Mexican food scene in Singapore, Cha Cha Cha has been around since 1990 and should be on your list if you’re a Mexican cuisine aficionado.

Expect authentic Mexican grub here that goes beyond the usual tacos and quesadillas, such as side dishes where jalapeños are filled with cheese and coated in a fried batter. 

Crowd favourites: Try its juicy and crispy tequila honey wings (S$15), the taste of the agave-based liquor is subtle but gives the wings a nice kick. If you want to try something less common, try the sopa de mariscos (S$8), a tangy, sweet seafood soup with a tomato base. 

3. House of Swiss Butchery 

22 Lorong Mambong 
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11am to 11pm), Friday and Saturday (11am to 12am)

Why visit? If you’re a meat lover and are looking for a Holland Village restaurant for quality meats at affordable prices, then this is one place you won’t want to miss. 

Swiss Butchery has newly opened its flagship outlet at Holland Village earlier this year. Not only can you shop for gourmet meats, hams and sausages here, but you can also opt to have your meat there and then at an additional charge of S$12 — this hybrid retail concept is unique to this location. 

And you know what goes best with some hearty red meat? Some beer or wine, which you can get for a pretty penny at Swiss Butchery — prices start at S$6 for half a pint of beer and S$10 for a glass of wine. 

Crowd favourites: Its value-for-money steaks are a must-try here. Go for its signature grilled ribeye steak (S$27) for tender grass-fed beef grilled perfectly and served with a special brown sauce. There are also seafood options, such as its white wine & tomato mussels (S$21) which feature fresh mussels in a tangy and aromatic base.

Here’s our detailed take on this new space at Holland Village.

4. Original Sin

Chip Bee Gardens, 01-62, 43 Jalan Merah Saga
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.45am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Singapore has many delectable vegan and vegetarian options, but Mediterranean-focused vegetarian restaurants are far less common. So you can barely blame us for thinking twice before deciding if we should include this hidden gem at Chip Bee Gardens.

Founded in 1997, Original Sin is Singapore’s first and only Mediterranean-vegetarian restaurant and has consistently won awards throughout the years for its quality fare. Its fine-dining setup makes a great choice for celebrations such as birthdays or anniversaries, and is a well-loved favourite among regulars in the area even for a casual weekend dinner. 

Crowd favourites: A must-try would be its tandoori skewer (S$31), where mushroom, eggplant, bell peppers and tofu are perfectly char-grilled and marinated in aromatic tandoori spices, and served alongside mango chutney and yoghurt.

Additionally, its mezze platter (S$28) features falafel balls, tzatziki and pillowy-soft pita bread served with three dips — hummus, beetroot and walnut dip and capsicum and almond dip.

5. Holland Bar L’Operetta 

23 Lorong Mambong 
Open: Monday to Wednesday (11am to 2pm, 5pm to 10.30pm), Thursday to Sunday (11.30am to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Head to Holland Bar L’Operetta for hearty Italian fare, which prides itself on its VPN-certified (Verace Pizza Napoletana) Napoletana pizzas. 

This means the restaurant complies with the standards of traditional pizza made in Naples, which the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana establishes and certifies.

In case you didn’t know: Pizzas here are cooked in a wood-fired dome oven using only fresh, all-natural ingredients, resulting in a thin and crispy pizza that’s oh-so-delicious. 

Crowd favourites: Get its burratina (S$30) for a delicious tomato-based pizza that will make you go “mamma mia”, topped with generous burrata, basil and parmesan. Try its exceptional prosciutto rucola (S$30), a classic pizza that can’t go wrong, featuring mozzarella, parma ham, rocket, and parmesan.

6. Alt. Pizza

267 Holland Avenue
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 10pm)

Why visit? Short for “alternative”, Alt. Pizza claims itself as “the alternative pizza”, where its pizzas are made differently.

These sourdough pizzas are created from a five-year-old mother sourdough starter (interestingly named Sophia), hand-stretched and freshly made to order, and fire-baked in a stone-hearth oven. You’ll be able to taste the difference or the alternativeness in its pizzas not just in texture, but through its housemade slow-cooked sauces and fresh toppings.

Crowd favourites: We recommend The Carnivore (S$19.50) for meat lovers, as it’s got three types of meats — wagyu meatballs, pepperoni and chicken fennel sausage. For those who have a penchant for aromatic truffle oil, try its Truffle Shuffle (S$18.50), where chicken fennel sausage, roasted onions and mushrooms and white bechamel sauce get a healthy drizzle of truffle oil. 

7. Fireplace by Bedrock

One Holland Village, 03-27-28, 7 Holland Village Way
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm), Friday and Saturday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? From the same group behind popular restaurants known for quality meat offerings, such as Fat Cow and Bedrock, comes its newest concept, Fireplace by Bedrock.  

At this open wood-fire grill concept, expect succulent seafood and meats grilled with fire atop applewood, which is said to enhance and elevate the flavours of the products. 

Crowd favourite: Try its suckling pig (S$138), which boasts tender and succulent Spanish pork seasoned and grilled to perfection. Another popular dish is its Dirty duck (S$32), featuring 12-hour sous vide Irish duck marinated with various spices and grilled upon order.  

Read more about our visit to Fireplace by Bedrock here.

8. Hip Pot 

One Holland Village, 02-34-36, 7 Holland Village Way
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11am to 10.30pm), Friday and Saturday (11am to 11pm)

Why visit? At Hip Pot, you need not break the bank for a yummy hotpot. Enjoy its affordable and delicious hotpot offerings with comforting and flavourful broths made with collagen and pork ribs. Furthermore, desserts are complimentary and unlimited (two of our favourite words), with nine different choices. 

In addition to the usual range of meats and seafood, it also offers unique options such as pig brain, boneless duck feet and beef tongue. 

Crowd favourites: One of its signatures is the Jumbo platter (S$13.90), a meat platter comprising tender US premium beef and Iberico black pork. Also, try its special prawn and cuttlefish paste with roe (S$11.90), where fresh black tiger and cuttlefish are pounded into a paste — these make for very bouncy balls that go well with any hotpot base you choose.

9. Chimichanga — Holland Village

Holland Piazza, 01-02/03, 3 Lorong Liput
Open: Sunday to Thursday (12pm to 11pm), Friday and Saturday (12pm to 12am)

Why visit? Feel free to bring your furkids to Chimichanga while you chow down on delicious Mexican fare and sip on margaritas.  

Despite its name, chimichangas (deep-fried burritos) certainly aren’t the only thing on the menu. There, you can order from a wide array of dishes, such as tacos, quesadillas and nachos. Don’t miss out on its weekday lunch specials, too, such as the chipotle chicken bowl (S$12) and adobo lamb cutlets (S$20). 

Crowd favourites: Try its shredded ancho beef chimichanga (S$18), a hearty treat featuring tender ancho beef wrapped with a wheat tortilla over Amarillo rice and cheese and topped with salsa verde, crema and pico de gallo. 

Its borracho fish tacos (S$18) are a hit with customers as they’re cooked using Neon Donkey Hoppy Donkey IPA-battered white fish and packed full of flavours from the addition of mango salsa, pickled shallots, jalapeno mayo, and crema.

10.  Isshin Machi — Holland Village

18 Lorong Mambong 
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 9.30pm)

Why visit? With multiple outlets and many positive reviews, Isshin Machi is a go-to favourite for Taiwanese food. While its name sounds Japanese, it’s actually a Taiwanese eatery that serves excellent Taiwanese dishes at wallet-friendly prices. 

Come for the classics like lu rou fan (braised pork belly with rice) and fried rice with crispy chicken cutlet, and stay for the cosy ambience, with mural art depicting scenes from iconic Taiwanese films. 

Crowd favourites: A must-try is the Hakka-style braised meat rice (S$11.70) with generous braised fatty pork and refreshing pickled cucumbers on top of pearly white rice. For a succulent, crispy chicken cutlet, you can’t go wrong with fried rice with crispy chicken cutlet (S$16.70).

11. Wang Dae Bak Grill

Holland Piazza, 02-01, 3 Lorong Liput
Open: Saturday to Thursday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10.30pm), Friday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm)

Why visit? When we think of Korean BBQ in Singapore, Wang Dae Bak, a popular Korean barbecue restaurant, is usually top of mind. The brand’s newest concept, Wang Dae Bak Grill, can be found right in Holland Village itself. 

Instead of charcoal grill, this new grill spot uses gas stoves to give customers a smokeless Korean barbecue experience — saving your hair and clothes from the dreaded post-BBQ smoky smell. 

Crowd favourites: The KBBQ prime set (S$98) comes highly recommended and consists of premium-quality meats that are tender and juicy. These comprise US prime ribeye, marinated bone-in prime ribs and a whole pork tomahawk.

We also enjoy its selection of Korean fried chicken. If you’d like to try different meats, go for its Buddy set (S$58), which includes marinated prime ribs, a choice of duroc pork belly or collar, flower pork belly, and marinated chicken. 

12. Shao Tapas

 44 Lorong Mambong 
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 4.30pm to 11pm), Friday to Saturday (11.30am to 11pm)

Why visit? Shao Tapas, a new concept by the restaurant Shao at Frankel Avenue, injects innovation into Teochew cuisine with its unique creations. 

Fans of Shao would be glad to know that the Teochew-style marinated raw crabs which propelled Shao restaurant to popularity are served at Shao Tapas, too. Both brands came about after the founder of Shao was spurred by customers to create Teochew dishes upon realising that he had a Swatow background. 

Crowd favourites: Definitely come for its marinated (raw) roe crab (S$78 for 500g), where the succulent raw crabs with thick and creamy roe are marinated in soy sauce, chilli, spices, and garlic. On top of that, try its pan-seared Hokkaido cuttlefish with squid ink (S$28), a combination of cuttlefish paste and squid ink. 

13. 88 Pocha

26A Lorong Mambong
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 3pm, 5.30pm to 12am), Saturday and Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5.30pm to 11pm)

Why visit? You may not have been to one, but you would’ve seen it on a Korean drama or two — the spurned lead actor heads to a streetside Korean spot, gets a table and yells out an order for a bottle of soju and a dish. In case you’re wondering, these places are called pojangmacha, and can be easily identified by its plastic furniture and tentage setup, usually. 

We don’t have that in Singapore, but 88 Pocha comes close. The brand aims to bring Singaporeans closer to the pocha experience with authentic street food items, as well as pojangmacha-inspired decor. If you can’t fly to Korea on a whim, this is the closest you can get to satisfying your Korean street food cravings.

Crowd favourites: Try its sausage gimbap (S$11.88), a Korean version of sushi containing savoury sausage served with rice, cheese and seaweed. 

Those who love their noodles should give its truffle jjajang ramyeon (S$11.88) a go — it features ramyeon noodles covered in black bean sauce and fragrant truffle oil. 

14. British Indian Curry Hut 

30 Lorong Mambong
Open: Sunday to Friday (11am to 1am), Saturday (11am to 2am)

Why visit? If you’re craving authentic North Indian cuisine, swing by British Indian Curry Hut for an extensive range of dishes such as delectable and fragrant tandoori tikka, briyani and curries. 

Sports fanatics, in particular, will appreciate the live streaming of matches here, all while enjoying some cold beers to beat the heat. Its also not uncommon to see office workers who work in the nearby areas or Holland Village residents unwinging there after a long work day, knocking back a pint or maybe three. 

Crowd favourites: Go for its butter chicken (S$26) for tender, boneless chicken in creamy tomato-butter gravy. Its chicken tandoori (from S$25 for a half portion), char-grilled succulent spring chicken perfectly marinated in yoghurt and roasted spices, is also plenty popular. 

15. Ginkyo by Kinki

One Holland Village, 03-01-04, 7 Holland Village Way
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5pm to 10pm), Friday and Saturday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 5pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Ginkyo by Kinki, the sister brand of Kinki Restaurant + Bar, is a modern Japanese bistro inspired by matsuri festivals, which are Japanese festivals held usually for religious purposes or to celebrate historical events.

Spacious and decorated with Japanese cultural elements, the restaurant has a 60-seat main dining hall and pet-friendly al fresco areas. Head chef Terence Ong oversees the kitchen, doling out innovative twists on Japanese dishes.

Crowd favourites: A must-try is its okonomi-rosti (S$30), adapted from the traditional okonomiyaki dish. Here, shredded potatoes are used instead of a flour base. Juicy Hokkaido scallops and bacon bits are served on top of the base.

Fans of fusion dishes would love the kimchi onigiri arancini (S$14), a unique take on Italian arancini (risotto rolled into a ball, stuffed, breaded, and gently fried), where kimchi rice onigiris filled with gorgonzola cheese are deep-fried and wrapped in seaweed. 

Read more about our visit to Ginkyo by Kinki here.

Hungry for more? Check out our latest articles on what’s new around town, and our selection of the best places to eat around Chijmes in City Hall. 

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