15 restaurants to head to for Peking duck in Singapore for those family gatherings

Peking duck, also known as Beijing duck, stands as a culinary masterpiece in Chinese gastronomy, with a history that stretches back centuries to the imperial courts of Beijing. What once graced the tables of emperors in opulent feasts has evolved into a globally recognised delicacy accessible to the masses.

Today, the meticulous preparation of this iconic dish spans a considerable time frame, taking anywhere from two days to over a month. The process begins with a careful selection of ducks which are then air-dried for hours to achieve that coveted crispy skin.

Then, it is seasoned with aromatic spices, and roasted to golden-brown perfection in a wood-fired oven. The result is glistening, crackly skin, over succulent, flavourful duck meat.

Peking ducks are typically served with a ceremonial touch and expertly carved in front of diners. Although various renditions exist across different restaurants, the crispy skin is classically enjoyed in palm-sized crepes with a dark sauce, cucumbers and scallions. The duck meat itself is used in a secondary dish, finding its way into noodles or transformed into a mince. But one thing for certain — it is always relished with others as a communal dish.

From authentic renditions served in opulent dining establishments to hidden gems tucked away in unexpected neighbourhoods, here are 15 restaurants serving the best Peking duck in Singapore for your next family meal.

1. Imperial Treasure Super Peking Duck

Paragon Shopping Centre, 05-42/45, 90 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 2.45pm, 6pm to 10pm), Saturday, (11am to 2.45pm, 6pm to 10pm), Sunday (10.30am to 2.45pm, 6pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Imperial Treasure Super Peking Duck, which is part of Imperial Treasure group’s 22 restaurants, is said to be the go-to for some of the best Peking duck in Singapore. It is prepared, roasted and carved using time-honoured methods, and its authenticity has earned it many accolades since it was established in 2004.

The Michelin-starred restaurant also offers an array of other Chinese delicacies and is known for its high-quality ingredients and remarkable service.

Crowd favourites: An advanced order is required for the Peking duck (S$138), which is rubbed with spices, air-dried for 48 hours before being slow-roasted with lychee wood. The result is succulent meat along perfectly crisp skin. If you’re a fan of dishes made with the “leftover meat”, opt for the braised e-fu noodle with the shredded duck (+S$22). 

While there, indulge in other signature items, including the sauteed crab claw with shallots & preserved olives (S$26), which features succulent crab claw that is plenty aromatic and flavourful.

2. Peony Jade

Amara Singapore, Level 2, 165 Tanjong Pagar Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 9.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (10.30am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Renowned for its modern take on classic Chinese fare, Peony Jade has been serving handcrafted dim sum creations and Cantonese culinary delights for almost a decade. It first opened in Clarke Quay in 2004 and one of its former outlets located at Keppel has also gone on to achieve the Michelin Bib Gourmand status. 

Peking duck may not be a titular dish at Peony Jade but the restaurant offers a delicious and affordable rendition of the classic dish, served in a beautiful and classic setting.

Crowd favourites: The roasted Beijing duck with handmade chinese crepes (S$58 for half, S$88 for whole) comes with crisp skin on top of succulent meat. If you are dining with a bigger party, try its flavourful and tender roasted golden suckling pig (S$369), which requires at least pre-ordering one day ahead. 

For other dishes to try while there, tuck into Peony Jade’s signature sweet and sour tender pork meat with lychee (S$38).

3. Mott 32

Marina Bay Sands Singapore, B1-41/42, 10 Bayfront Avenue
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3.30pm, 5pm to 11pm)

Why visit? Hailing from Hong Kong, Mott 32 at Marina Bay Sands is named after a street in New York where the city’s first Chinese convenience stall opened in 1891. Combining traditional recipes with innovative techniques, it serves up award-winning contemporary Cantonese fare and is known as one of the best Peking duck restaurants in Singapore. 

For those who enjoy their Chinese food with a tipple or two, Mott 32 also offers cocktails inspired by Chinese culture and the flavours of Asia, such as five spice sherry, a tequila-sherry cocktail with five spice, (S$24) and Hong Kong iced tea (S$24), a tequila-based cocktail with jasmine tea, blackcurrent and basil seeds, to go with your food.

Crowd favourites: The applewood-roasted 42-days Peking duck (S$148) is smoked with dried apple wood and carved with a unique technique that ensures all of its juices and flavours are nicely sealed in. As with most places, it’s best to pre-order your duck ahead of your visit — it’ll be freshly-roasted upon your arrival.

For those looking to indulge, opt for the version of Peking duck that comes with farmed Parisian Oscietra caviar (SS$296), which accentuates the dish with its nutty flavour. If you’ve still got the appetite for it, try the barbecue iberico pork with yellow mountain honey (S$52), which is delightfully sweet and succulent and just as sought after, with limited portions daily.

4. TungLok Peking Duck

Orchard Central, 07-07/09, 181 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Velocity @ Novena Square, #02-10/11, 238 Thomson Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 5.30pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Chinese restaurant TungLok Peking Duck was the first restaurant to serve Irish duck, Peking-style, in Singapore — its ducks are imported from Ireland and are specifically bred for their density and porous skin. In case you’re wondering what makes Irish duck so special, its distinct fatty flavour has earned it the moniker “wagyu of duck”. 

Beyond its titular dish, the restaurant also serves up Chinese dishes with modern influences, and also offers unique fare such as braised seafood bisque (S$23.80).  

Crowd favourites: As its restaurant name suggests, the TungLok Peking Irish duck (S$108) is its signature dish. The duck goes through a curing process before being roasted the classic Beijing way. The result is the well-loved savoury crispy skin whose flavours are accentuated by its sweet house-made blueberry sauce which comes with “popping rocks” candy to add extra crackle. 

Want more than just duck? The wok-fried truffle Australian wagyu beef cubes and pecan nuts served with ice plant (S$58.80) is flavourful, juicy, and well-balanced by the refreshingly crunchy ice plant.

5. Yi Qian Private Dining

Thye Hong Centre, 01-04, 2 Leng Kee Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Sometimes the best restaurants are the ones that are hidden from plain sight and Yi Qian Private Dining which is tucked away in an industrial estate is a prime example. Contrary to its name, it is a full-service Chinese restaurant, specialising in Cantonese and Teochew cuisine. While it was established just two short years ago, it is helmed by a former Golden Palace chef (Chef Raymond), making it a spot to look out for in the years to come.

Crowd favourites: It offers both the Peking Irish duck (S$50 for half, S$98 for whole), roasted Irish duck (S$58 for half, S$108 for whole), which is more of a Cantonese style dish and requires a pre order two days in advance. 

Additionally, while there you can also indulge in Teochew delicacies such as its chilled full cream crab in Teochew style (S$12 per 100g), which is fresh, sweet, and a definite crowd pleaser.

6. Min Jiang

7A, 7B Dempsey Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm)

Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 12.30pm, 1pm to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Named after the Min River in the Sichuan Province in China, Min Jiang was established in 1982 by the Goodwood Park Hotel. The restaurant, which is also located at Dempsey, features contemporary Sichuan and Cantonese fare, including authentic Peking duck and push-cart dim sum. Notably, the space is stunning — decked out with wood elements and warm hues to create a serene ambience.

Crowd favourites: Its house specialty, the legendary wood-fired Beijing duck served with homemade crepes (S$128), is served up in two parts. For the first, you can enjoy the crispy duck skin with its wheat pancakes, which it also serves with sugar, sweet sauce, leek, cucumbers, garlic paste and cabbage. For the “leftover meat” the restaurant offers a few different ways you can enjoy the duck — stir-fried, wrapped in lettuce wraps or in a salted vegetable soup. It is recommended to order the duck a day in advance to avoid disappointment.

Need more for the table? Its iberico pork fried rice served in mini pumpkin accompanied with XO sauce (S$18 per person) is Instagram-worthy and packs a smoky carby punch.

7. Crystal Jade Golden Palace

Paragon Shopping Centre, 05-22, 290 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm), Saturday and Sunday (10.30am to 3.30pm, 6pm to 10pm)

Why visit? If you’re looking for reliable spots to get your Peking duck in Singapore, Crystal Jade is yet another household name you cannot miss. Founded more than 25 years ago, the brand has one Michelin star to its name, multiple Bib Gourmand awards and boasts a presence of over 100 outlets across 25 cities. While its quality dim sum draws crowds, the Peking duck, too, holds its own as one of their signature dishes. 

In the mood to treat yourself? The swankier Crystal Jade Golden Palace, located right in the heart of Orchard Road, is the only restaurant within the Crystal Jade brand with a Michelin star. 

Crowd favourites: Dive right into the classic Peking duck (S$50 for half, S$98 for whole) which goes ala carte on the menu. If you’re looking to indulge, its S$1,088 set menu for 10 diners comes with the prized duck, double-boiled soup, trout two ways, tiger prawns, sea cucumber and even braised ramen with shredded duck. 

Additionally, the dim sum here comes highly recommended, especially the baked BBQ pork with sesame pastry (S$6.80 for 3 pieces), which comes flaky with a sweet, juicy pork filling within.

8. Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant 

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, 320 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Another restaurant for Peking duck located along Orchard Road is Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant which serves up authentic Cantonese cuisine and makes for the perfect pit-stop after shopping in the area. It is lauded for its use of premium ingredients, its elegant interior and consistently good food across the board. The restaurant’s vibe is best described as tranquil making it the perfect spot for intimate gatherings — but do make reservations ahead as limited seatings are available. 

Crowd favourites: The price tag on its signature roasted Irish Peking duck with Chinese crepe (S$65 for half, S$128 for whole) comes on the higher end of this list, but is worth every single cent and calorie.

Its other signature creations, like the wok-fried beef tenderloin with black garlic sauce and shiitake mushroom (S$38) and pork ribs with mandarin orange sauce (S$36) are also ones to try.

9. Hua Ting Restaurant

Orchard Hotel Singapore, Level 2, 442 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30 am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Michelin Guide-recommended Hua Ting Restaurant at Orchard Hotel opened in 1992 and has built quite a reputation in the three decades it’s been around. It is led by Hong Kong masterchef Lap Fai and his team, with a menu consisting of both fine Cantonese classics and inventive signature dishes. 

Crowd favourites: Try the smoked aged pu-er Peking duck (S$55 for half, S$98 for whole), which is incredibly tender,  packed with flavour and comes with hints of smokiness. Or if you’re not too adventurous, you can also opt to keep it classic with just the Peking duck (S$55 for half, S$98 for whole). Either way, it is recommended to pre order the dish when making your reservation to avoid serving delays while dining. 

Want something to wash down all of that meat? Its sea treasures soup (S$32 per person) which comes with fish maw, abalone and sea cucumber is decadent, chock-full of ingredients and oh-so-satisfying.

10. Jiang Nan Chun

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, 190 Orchard Boulevard
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30 am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? The Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant Jiang Nan Chun is as luxurious as its five-star hotel location it is housed at. The restaurant excels in double-boiled soups, seafood dishes, and barbecue meats, including Peking duck — all made from the freshest ingredients of highest quality.

This beautiful Peking duck restaurant transports you right to the Jiang Nan province in China, from its ambient lighting to the delicate presentation of its dishes. 

Crowd favourites: The highly-raved mesquite wood-roasted Peking duck (S$138) is roasted to a gorgeous caramelised brown, and served with caviar, further elevating the richness of the dish.

If you’re there for lunch, opt for its ever-popular dim sum, in particular, the steamed mushroom dumplings with bamboo pith (S$4) seems to be a hit with the diners.

11. Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant

UOB Plaza 1, 60-01, 80 Raffles Place
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30 am to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm)

Parkroyal on Beach Road, 7500 Beach Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Fine-dining restaurant Sichuan Dou Hua is one of the pioneers of Sichuan cuisine in Singapore, boasting a diverse range of flavours beyond just the numbing and spicy. Though it excels in authentic dishes from the Sichuan region, it also offers a rather affordable Beijing duck dish.

Crowd favourites: The roasted Peking duck (S$88) comes with glistening and crackling skin, served with the usual accompaniments, albeit with two types of crepes: regular wheat and green spinach flavoured.

And while you’re there, you’d have to try out some of its famous Sichuan delicacies, such as its “Chong Qing” diced chicken with dried chilli (from S$24).

12. Hai Tien Lo

Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30 am to 2.30pm, 6pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Located in the Pan Pacific Hotel, Hai Tien Lo is an acclaimed restaurant featuring an extensive menu that showcases a modern take on age-old Cantonese recipes, made only with the most premium of ingredients. These include classic specialties, succulent roasts and imaginative dim sum offerings.

Crowd favourites: Hai Tien Lo specialty sliced Beijing duck with black caviar, avocado and vegetarian bean curd skin served with homemade Chinese pancakes (S$128) is a decadent dish and worth the try if you’re dining with a crowd. For your second course, try its wok-fried rice with diced duck in chef’s special homemade XO chilli sauce (S$20) for an umami-filled carb supplement. 

Want a greater variety? Hai Tien Lo also offers set menus (starting from S$68) for both lunch and dinner sittings that allow you to sample all of the restaurant’s best offerings.

13. Peach Blossoms

Park Royal Collection Marina Bay, Level 5, 6 Raffles Boulevard
Open: Monday to Friday (12pm to 3pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11.30am to 3pm, 6.30pm to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Peach Blossoms is helmed by chef Edward Chong, whose distinctly modern Chinese style has led to the creations of unique offerings, such as crab roe shaped into a block of bottarga (cured fish roe), or a spring roll that resembles a cigar. The restaurant boasts an array of Cantonese dishes which uses seasonal produce, prepared with modern culinary techniques, and artfully presented.

Crowd favourites: Order the tender and juicy barbecued Peking duck (S$48 for half, S$90 for whole), which is made with White Pekin, a premium duck breed from the United States. 

While you’re there, also try its signature applewood smoked iberico pork char siew (S$38), which features a delicate crust of torched sugar similar to the crisp skin you’d find on a Cantonese-style roast duck.

For appetisers, the deep-fried “cigar” roll filled with snow crab, foie gras, black truffle and prawn mousse (S$26), is a unique reinterpretation of a spring roll,  presented as an actual cigar.

14. London Fat Duck

PLQ Mall, B2-25, 10 Paya Lebar Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30pm to 3pm, 5.30pm to 9.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 9.30pm)

Scotts Square, B1-16/17, 6 Scotts Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30pm to 9pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 9pm)

Why visit? Taking inspiration from the Hong Kong roast duck restaurants in London, the London Fat Duck franchise serves up a wide variety of duck dishes, using different techniques like roasting and braising, and even offers the likes of duck tongue. It uses high quality Silver Hill ducks from Ireland, dubbed the “wagyu of ducks”. It does all of this while keeping prices affordable, making it one of the go-tos for good and cheap Peking duck in Singapore.

Crowd favourites: The London Peking duck (S$53.80) is one of the restaurant’s specialty dishes, but it is best known for its Cantonese style signature London roast duck (S$21 onwards), with deboning services available.

Craving more duck? The signature black pepper London duck bun (S$3.20) is sold by the piece, with a minimum of two pieces. To round off your meal, get the Italian truffle fried rice (S$19.80), which is a perfectly satisfying round-up to the meal.

15. Kai Duck

Ngee Ann City, 05-10/11, 391 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30pm to 3pm, 5.45pm to 10pm), Saturday and Sunday (11am to 4pm, 5.45pm to 10pm)

Why visit? Led by former Paradise Group executive chef Fung Chi Keung, Kai Duck by Kai Garden offers diners an array of contemporary Cantonese dishes and dim sum in a retro-chic setting. This casual dining spot serves up Peking duck in Singapore that can be enjoyed by parties as small as two, making it the perfect spot for sudden cravings for the iconic dish.

Crowd favourites: If you’re dining with a crowd, the signature Peking duck (S$98), with the crisp-fried duck meat with salt and pepper (S$24.80) as the second course makes for a hearty meal. 

But if you’re with a smaller party, choose from a variety of smaller Peking duck dishes, including the sliced Peking duck with crackers (S$5.80 per portion), the refreshing Peking duck salad hand roll (S$7.80 per roll) or the unique pizza Peking duck (S$29.80).

Hungry for more? Check out Fatt Choy Eating House at Haji Lane which serves up elevated local dishes, or hearty, affordable pasta spot Chicco Pasta Bar. 

Imperial Treasure Super Peking, TungLok Peking Duck, Min Jiang, Crystal Jade Golden Palace, Hua Ting Restaurant, and London Fat Duck are on the GrabFood Delivery Service and offer free delivery (up to S$3 off) with GrabUnlimited.  

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