21 places for steamboat in Singapore for every craving

When talking about comfort food in Singapore, steamboat, also known as hotpot, inevitably tends to bubble to the top of the list. 

Steamboat options in Singapore have evolved far beyond its humble origins, transforming into a vibrant landscape that includes anything from wallet-friendly neighbourhood joints, to premium establishments with theatrical presentations and rare ingredients. 

In this carefully curated roundup, we’ve simmered down the countless options to bring you 21 exceptional steamboat destinations across the different price spectrum of this beloved tradition. 

Whether you’re seeking the numbing complexity of authentic Chongqing mala, the silky richness of beauty collagen broth, or innovative fusion concepts, you’ll find what you need for your next steamboat gathering hits the spot. 

1. Guo Fu Hotpot

Guoco Tower, 02-01, 7 Wallich Street
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 10pm) 

Why visit? You could say that Guo Fu Hotpot pioneered the personal steamboat concept in Singapore, being one of the first few restaurants to transform what was a traditionally communal experience to a personal experience. But the real reason that keeps folks coming back (we think), is its irresistible unlimited xiao long bao (steamed soup dumplings) deal that’s included in its a la carte buffet option. 

Guo Fu Hotpot is also great for diners who are looking for a sweet spot between variety and quality. Aside from 15 different steamboat broth options — including flavours like curry beef soup or millet golden soup (S$6.90 each) — it also has a wide assortment of veggies, sides and proteins available. 

Crowd favourites: While Guo Fu Hotpot offers three dining options — a la carte, set menu or a la carte buffet — it’s best known for its buffet, where you get an impressive selection of ingredients from S$33.90 per diner. 

You cannot go wrong with the sliced special beef and fresh prawns, though more adventurous eaters would want to opt for items such as pig’s liver or beef tripe. 

If you’re heading down for its dinnertime buffet (from S$36.90), don’t forget to give its shallot pancakes and fried banana fritters a try — these are popular options amongst regulars and are only available during dinnertime.  

2. Shu Da Xia

Tampines 1, 03-16A, 10 Tampines Central
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 10pm) 

Why visit? Shu Da Xia is a renowned Sichuan hotpot chain hailing from Chengdu that just opened its doors at Tampines 1 in March 2025. With over 600 outlets worldwide, this chain has a reputation for bold and richly flavoured broths true to its roots in Sichuan cuisine.

Prices are relatively wallet-friendly, with most full-sized a la carte portions costing under S$20. You’ll also want to take advantage of its limited-time opening promotions, which it advertises on its socials, for the greatest bang for your buck. 

Crowd favourites: No one does spice quite like the Sichuan do, so the mala beef tallow soup base (S$22 for an individual pot) is a must-order. The double pot (S$20) or triple pot (S$18) options allow you to temper the heat with gentler alternatives, such as the dang gui or pickled cabbage soup. 

Beyond its standard offerings, Shu Da Xia distinguishes itself with specialties such as the mala chicken gizzards (from S$5.50 for a half portion) and Tai Chi double paste (S$15 for a full portion). The latter is a yin-yang presentation of squid and prawn paste that’s as delicious as it is Instagram-worthy.

3. Tiantai Hotpot

People’s Park Complex, 06-01/02, 1 Park Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 12am)

Why visit? If we’re talking about novel steamboat destinations in Singapore, Tiantai Hotpot takes the cake. The restaurant’s notoriety for being difficulty to locate turned it into a viral sensation on TikTok — I mean which Gen Z wouldn’t want to climb through various red-white safety tape to get dinner, right? 

Especially when your reward is a charming space where rustic wooden furnishings transport you to traditional Chinese courtyard houses. The Chongqing-style hotpot spot feels worlds away from Singapore’s polished malls, and the journey here and its flavours create a novel experience that’s worth having at least once.    

Crowd favourites: Simplicity rules the broth selection here with three distinct options — spicy red oil (S$18), mushroom (S$12) and tomato (S$12). Opt for the split pot to sample two varieties, and simply pay the price of the more premium selection. 

The standard steamboat ingredients are available, but we highly recommend the ring roll (S$6) as it’s particularly impressive when bathed in the spicy broth, soaking up the richness while maintaining its distinctive texture. More adventurous palates can explore the more interesting Chongqing specialities like pork aorta (S$9) or house-marinated pork intestine (S$9). 

Read our full review on Tiantai Hotpot here.

4. Xiao Long Kan 

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? What began as an alternative to Haidilao’s infamous queues quickly became a sought-after dining destination in its own right, thanks to Xiao Long Kan’s addictive butter spicy soup (S$18). The broth, crafted with dry chilli, butter and Sichuan peppercorns, achieves a complex depth that keeps you coming back despite (or perhaps, because of) its intense numbing effect. 

Aside from its addictive broth, Xiao Long Kan is also one of the few hotpot chains that operate around the clock so your mala cravings can be satiated at any hour. For those who prefer dining without the sometimes-overwhelming attentiveness of servers but still want the premium experience, the atmosphere here strikes the perfect balance — staff are unobtrusive  yet responsive when needed. 

Crowd favourites: The ingredients here are fresh and we recommend getting a mix of the American prime beef slices (from S$10 for a half portion) and the slightly more indulgent Australian prime beef slice (from S$14 for a half portion) to try, which we found to have a richer flavour profile. 

No visit is complete without ordering its traditional tofu (from S$3 for a half portion), distinguished by its pronounced soybean fragrance, that intensifies remarkably after soaking in the soup broth. 

While waiting for your soup to reach a rolling boil, don’t miss the opportunity to balance the upcoming savoury intensity with some sweet starters — the glutinous rice cake with brown sugar (S$8) and the fried bun with condensed milk (S$6) are crowd-pleasing appetisers you can’t go wrong with. 

5. Hai Di Lao 

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? Since its arrival in Singapore in 2012, Haidilao has pioneered the premium steamboat movement in Singapore, changing the dining expectations in Singapore. Despite numerous imitators entering the market, none have quite managed to replace Haidilao’s unique combination of theatrical-yet-attentive service and consistent quality. 

Besides being a spot for late-night post-clubbing meals or comforting rainy day gatherings for many, what truly distinguishes Haidilao is its legendary approach to customer service — from complimentary snacks and manicures during wait times, to surprise gifts and desserts you can help yourself to. This attentiveness itself creates an experience that transcends mere dining, making even a regular dinner feel like a very important person.  

Crowd favourites: Preferences vary widely when it comes to having a steamboat, but we always find ourselves going back to basics when it comes to Haidilao. You can hardly go wrong with classics such as chicken soup hot pot (from S$7) or tomato soup hot pot (from S$5), especially with the option to adjust their flavour intensities to personal preference. 

Aside from the usual sliced  proteins, the Haidilao prawn paste (from S$13.50 for a half portion) is a mandatory order, appearing on virtually every table at the steamboat restaurant. No visit also feels complete without ordering the viral Haidilao kungfu noodles (S$4), which arrive with its own tableside performance. While it’s a bit theatrical, these noodles aren’t just for show — it has a remarkably chewy texture with a silky smooth finish, making it well worth the spectacle. 

6. Xiangcao Yunnan Original Ecology Hotpot

494 North Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Thursday (12pm to 1am), Friday and Saturday (12pm to 2am) and Sunday (12pm to 12am)

Why visit? Located just before the bustling Liang Seah Street, Xiangcao Yunnan Original Ecology Hotpot is a Yunnan-style hotpot that swims against the Chengdu-dominated steamboat scene in Singapore. The restaurant tends to draw a steady crowd with its affordable buffet spreads and quality ingredients.

While most of us have relish the numbing assault of Sichuan peppercorns in our steamboats, Xiangcao Yunnan takes a more contemplative approach. 

The broth is subtle, allowing the characteristics of its fresh ingredients to emerge in the soup base. Its buffet presents two options: Set A (from S$25.80), a fuss-free, basic option, or set B (from S$42.80) for those seeking a more premium indulgence. The soup and condiment costs are already accounted for in these prices, so there’s no need to pay an additional amount. 

Crowd favourites: The wild mushroom soup comes highly recommended as a neutral base that elevates ingredients well. But if you can’t abandon your penchant for some heat, the green chilli soup offers a spicy kick that pairs well with the restaurant’s meat selections. 

You’ll find familiar ingredients on its menu, but do save some space to try its specialties such as the Yunnan bamboo rice — a sticky rice cooked in bamboo leaves that imparts an earthy perfume to the carb. Known for its abundant plant life, Yunnan is also home to a huge variety of rare and exotic mushrooms which you can try at this restaurant. 

While set A covers the essentials, the highly coveted handmade prawn paste (S$2.80 when ordered a la carte) is exclusive to set B. But here’s a tip if you’re looking to save some money: You can save nearly S$20 by selecting set A, and ordering this dish a la carte. 

7. Beauty in the Pot 

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? Along with Haidilao, Beauty in the Pot was one of the frontrunners of the steamboat scene in Singapore. However, it took a slightly different approach, emphasising a wellness-meets-indulgence angle with broths that promised beauty benefits without compromising on depth of flavour. 

Its most valuable asset, undoubtedly, is its beauty collagen broth (from S$10.80), the product of an eight-hour cooking process that arrives at your table with its signature milky opacity. The broth has a creamy, velvety texture that coats the ingredients in a delicate, silken richness. It is also well-loved for its signature yuzu citrus slushie — a palate-cleaning epilogue that cuts through the meal’s opulence with its bright, citrusy notes. 

Crowd favourites: Personally, the signature homemade fish tofu (S$3 per piece) is the understated winner amongst all other ingredients. Unique to Beauty in the Pot, the tofu is crafted daily from yellowtail fish, soybean, and egg whites, creating a unique, melt-in-your-mouth consistency. 

Beauty in the Pot also has a rather creative kitchen. On its menu, you’ll find chromatically coded dumplings unique to the restaurant: Earthen-brown for mushroom and pork dumplings, fiery-red for Szechuan mala (from S$4.40 for a half portion for each flavour), among others. 

8. Good Combo Hotpot & BBQ 

75 Pagoda Street
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 1.30am)

Why visit? In the spirit of diplomatic resolution, Good Combo Hotpot & BBQ refuses to force diners to answer the question: To boil or to grill? Here, each guest will have a private hotpot alongside an individual grill, so you can have both styles or one, undisturbed.

The restaurant offers three price tiers to choose from: Superb (from S$19.99), Signature (from S$27.99), and Supreme (from S$42.99). 

Most patrons opt for the reasonably priced Signature set, which grants access to the restaurant’s hundred-plus-item inventory, including tiger prawns and crabs. There’s a modest surcharge for the different soup bases, though the nourishing chicken fish maw broth (S$4.80) comes highly recommended, especially if you’re pairing it with your seafood ingredients. 

Crowd favourites: The generous seafood selection commands the spotlight here. While the ingredients such as bacon and marinated pork belly are more suited for grilling, you don’t have to let your imagination limit you. Some patrons also recommend cooking items such as scallops on the grill. 

Under the Signature set, you’ll be able to order an onsen egg dip that can be mixed with your carbs or paired with your boiled meats. When mixed together, the velvety egg creates an additional dimension of flavour while imparting a subtle creaminess that elevates every bite. 

9. Tian Tang Hotpot

KAP Mall, 01-11/12/13, 9 King Albert Park
Open: Sunday to Thursday (11.30am to 11pm), Friday and Saturday (11.30am to 1am) 

Why visit? Tucked away in the western heartlands, Tian Tang Hotpot offers a refreshing counterpoint to the (often) sensory overload you experience at many steamboat establishments in Singapore. This cosy restaurant isn’t anything revolutionary, but it excels in its fundamentals — well-crafted broths, quality ingredients, and attentive service that feels genuinely hospitable. 

This is the perfect spot if you’re looking for something simple. That’s not to say that the food is uninspiring. The soup base here includes classics such as mala (from S$8.90), whilst also introducing some interesting alternatives such as signature tonkatsu (from S$9.90), and its Thai tom yum (from S$9.90) base.  

Crowd favourites: The meats here are precisely portioned in 100g servings, roughly half the standard portions at larger chains, allowing diners to sample more varieties. For those who prefer to minimise deliberation, the curated meat platter (S$39.90) and veggie platter (S$14.90) help with decision paralysis. 

The lunch set for two (S$59.99) is arguably its most compelling offer — German pork belly (S$7.90 when ordered a la carte), black angus oyster blade (S$10.90 when ordered a la carte), chicken breast shabu (S$4.90 when ordered a la carte) and a vegetable medley. This set comes with a complimentary flow of green tea, condiments, and the price of the soup base, delivering both value and convenience. 

10. Bon Broth

Raffles City Shopping Centre, 03-01, 252 North Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 8pm)

Why visit? The relatively new Bon Broth, helmed by popular Taiwanese chef Andre Chiang, offers a refined take on steamboat in Singapore. If you’re in the market for a unique hotpot experience that borders on haute cuisine, look no further. 

Here, the broth isn’t just the foundation of the meal — it’s the main character. The restaurant uses a technique that taps into Chef Andre’s French culinary expertise, resulting in a deeply layered, nuanced base. Condiments are noticeably absent as the broth alone is sufficient to deliver all the taste your palate needs.

There is even a broth “sommelier” who recommends the best soup base for individual preferences, a novel and interactive touch that adds a sense of occasion to the meal. 

Crowd favourites: With eight well-crafted but vastly different soup bases to choose from, but we wouldn’t dare declare a favourite — we’ll leave that to the expert “sommeliers”. But no matter your choice, it’s evident that each broth is crafted meticulously to deliver a bold finish that carries through to every ingredient.

There are only two hotpot sets to choose from: Deluxe (S$110) or premium (S$138). Both come generously portioned with meats, seafoods and vegetables. The premium adds a touch of luxury with ingredients such as abalone and rock lobsters, for a more memorable experience. 

Read about our full experinece at Bon Broth here.

11. City Hot Pot 

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? City Hot Pot began as a modest eatery in the Central Business District in 2014, bringing the then-novel concept of personal hotpot to light. It quickly won diners over with its thoughtful service and wallet-friendly prices. 

Now, with multiple outlets across the island, the chain has garnered an even greater fan base. A variety of well-executed sets are available here, catering to solo diners, couples and even large groups, making your hotpot experience a breeze. Its enduring popularity speaks volumes of its quality, especially during peak hours when reservations are strongly advised 

Crowd favourites: Among the bestsellers is the milky fish soup (S$5.99), known for its comforting, full-bodied flavour. The fish maw fish soup (S$8.99) is also equally popular here. But for something more adventurous, diners can explore local flavours such as bak kut teh (S$7.99) or Korea kimchi soup (S$5.99).

For a crowd-pleasing pick, many opt for set B (S$65.99) that feeds two. It’s a well-rounded introduction to City Hotpot and covers the charge for the soup and condiments. Within the set, you’ll get wagyu chuck eye roll (S$18.99 when ordered a la carte), prawn paste (S$8.99 when ordered a la carte) and a variety of other seafood, meat, and vegetable ingredients. 

12.  La Jiang Shan Hotpot

Parklane Shopping Mall, 01-06, 35 Selegie Road
Open: Wednesday to Monday (11am to 6am) and Tuesday (11am to 12am)

Why visit? For those who live by the philosophy of “why choose?”, La Jiang Shan Hotpot is a dream come true. Its buffet option allows diners to alternate between boiling and grilling on a personal pot and hotplate. Open until 6 am, it’s also a good late-night hunt for steamboats in Singapore, especially for night owls looking to indulge after hours.  

Beyond the usual suspects, the spread also includes sushi and a rotating selection of in-house creations such as mala seafood boat with glass noodles and other Asian-inspired bites. Since the menu for its in-house creations constantly rotates, you’ll never quite know what to expect, a plus for anyone who tires of monotony in typical steamboat buffets. 

Crowd favourites: There are 12 different soup bases to pick from, which aren’t included in the cost of the buffet. You have your usual suspects here, such as spicy mala and tomato (S$2.80 each), but also more unusual alternatives such as shrimp soup (S$2.80) — a lighter, savoury foil to heavier flavours. 

While it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices, there’s one thing you cannot miss: Housemade desserts and the DIY snow ice machine. The latter is a whimsical, hands-on finish to a meal already bursting with personality. 

13. No Time Hotpot 

Woodleigh Mall, B1-K5, 11 Bidadari Park Drive
Open: Monday to Sunday (10.30am to 10pm)

Why visit? In a city where time is always of the essence, No Time Hotpot reimagines steamboat for maximum efficiency — its signature “hotpot in a cup” concept is designed for takeaways, vastly contrasting the hours required sitting around a simmering pot.

Its clever packaging keeps your ingredients separated and your soup intact during transit, so you won’t have to worry about your ingredients getting soggy. Overall it’s a concept is fuss-free, flavourful and fast. 

Crowd favourites: You can savour four different bases: Mala soup, mala dry, tomato or the collagen soup. Opt for the first two if you’d like some heat, or the last two for something richer and savoury. 

The Got Time Decide (from S$10.80) option lets you build your own bowl — complete with a soup base, a carb main, choice of a shabu meat, three proteins, three vegetable options before finishing with a topping of choice. For an extra 50 cents, some ingredients can be fried for an added crunch. 

Alternatively, you could opt for the house cups, also known as the “No Time” series. The ingredients come pre-selected, so it’s perfect for those who are in a rush or feeling indecisive. The ingredients can be further customised to your preference, making it perfect for the busy, the hungry, or both. 

14. Paradise Hotpot

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? An offshoot of the Beauty in the Pot brand, Paradise Hotpot is an affordable, all-you-can-eat, individual hotpot version that features some of its most beloved items, including the iconic yuzu slushie. Here, you’ll have access to over 100 fresh ingredients, unlimited snacks and ice cream, and free-flow drinks and condiments. 

Following the roaring success of its launch in the west, Paradise Hotpot has opened two new outlets in the Punggol and Sengkang heartlands — great news for the north-easties. The prices vary quite a bit depending on timing. There’s lunch (from S$23.90), teatime (from S$19.90), dinner (from S$29.90) and weekends (additional $3), as well as additional value and premium sets.

Crowd favourites: Between value or premium, the former has a limited shabu meat option, sliced pork collar, marinated sliced chicken thigh and sliced Brazil pork belly. The latter has more premium selections, including seafood and beef options. 

While Beauty in the Pot’s signature collagen soup is not available at Paradise Hotpot, you can still choose from many (nine) different soup bases, including a clear chicken soup base or spicy Szechuan soup base.

15. Tsukada Nojo

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? While many steamboats in Singapore hail from China, Tsukado Nojo stands out with its Japanese-based collagen hotpot. The broth first arrives at your table in an unexpected state — a solid, pudding-like manifestation that gradually melts, transforming into a rich, milky broth. 

The base contains “Jitokko” extract, with Jitokko being a prized Japanese chicken breed raised on Tsukada Nojo’s private farms in Southern Kyushu. The chickens are raised organically with stringent quality control, providing the base for a broth that undergoes an eight-hour stewing process. 

Crowd favourites: While the menu has seen a few revamps through the years, the original flavour of collagen chicken broth (from S$19) continues to bring patrons back. It’s rich and addictive, with strong flavours that pair well with other ingredients. 

Start the meal with its nikumaki onigiri (from S$4), which is a unique onigiri-like side, available in different flavours. For some textural contrast, the thick mochi mochi noodle (S$4) provides satisfying resistance that yields a pleasingly glutinous chew. Lastly, conclude your meal with a thoughtfully sweet finale, the healthy beet sugar homemade egg pudding (S$5).

16. Hi Hot Pot

City Square Mall, B2-01/02, 180 Kitchener Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 12am) 

Why visit? For those who’ve developed a taste for Haidilao’s signature hotpot but find their wallets protesting, Hi Hot Pot arrives as a welcome compromise on price. It is a more accessible concept from Haidilao that preserves the essence of its parent company, while shedding some of its premium pricing. 

The restaurant’s approach is much more straightforward — quality ingredients and flavourful broths without the extra flourishes you get at Haidilao. Soup bases here are also value-for-money, with plenty of ingredients peppered inside. 

Crowd favourites: Hi Hot Pot’s menu covers the essential steamboat territory. Items such as the signature 10-second sliced beef  (S$12.90) lives up to its name with tender slices that cook quickly in the bubbling broth. 

For those who appreciate something more unexpected, the durian fried mochi (S$3.90) is another popular item that’s highly recommended for its peculiarity. The crisp and chewy exterior pairs well with the creamy durian to create a smorgasbord of textures and flavours. 

Find out about Hi Hotpot here.

17. Wu Wang Guo 

Chinatown Point, 03-09/10/11/12/13/14, 133 New Bridge Road
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 12am) 

Why visit? Wu Wang Guo’s name, which translate to “unforgettable  pot”, proves quite prophetic for multiple reasons. Beyond its convenient location, the restaurant accommodates for larger groups, which may  often struggle to find space elsewhere, given Singapore’s crowded hotpot scene.

The establishment embodies all the hallmarks that define an exceptional steamboat experience: Attentive service delivered with precision, bold flavours that linger in your memory, and ingredients that showcase careful sourcing. 

Late-night diners will do well to head here with a generous 35% discount on ingredients after 10pm, transforming midnight cravings into somewhat-financially prudent decisions.

Crowd favourites: The spicy nourish mala soup (from $9.80) emerges as Wu Wang Guo’s signature — fragrant, complex and calibrated to a numbing intensity that commands your tastebuds. It is not for those with more cautious palates; it’s an assertive broth that coats each meat slice with pronounced flavour.

Don’t overlook the beancurd skin with seaweed (from S$6.40), either. It is a distinctive offering that merges sweet and savoury notes with a bouncy, omelette-like texture. Its particular genius emerges when dunked in the broth, where the crisp seaweed provides textural contrast to the surrounding silkyness of the soup.

You can make a reservation at Wu Wang Guo via Chope.

18. Uncle Fong Hotpot

Great World City, B1-108/109, 1 Kim Seng Promenade
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 10pm)

Suntec City, 02-391, 3 Temasek Boulevard
Open: Monday to Sunday (11.30am to 10pm)

Why visit? This steamboat restaurant was founded in 2016 by the man behind the Michelin-starred Putien, affectionately known as Uncle Fong. A veteran gastronome with a passion for exceptional hotpot, Uncle Fong embarked on a pilgrimage to the motherland of hotpot, Chongqing, to craft the soup base used at Uncle Fong Hotpot. 

When it opened in Singapore, the restaurant was committed to bringing in only the most authentic Chongqing hotpot. This required some ingenuity when faced with Singapore’s strict import regulations for animal products, particularly beef tallow, a key ingredient in Chongqing hotpot.  

Crowd favourites: The Chongqing spicy soup — typically ordered alongside a milder counterpart — stands as the restaurant’s centrepiece. Its remarkable depth balances profound beef richness with calculated heat, creating a base that transforms even simple ingredients into expressions of complexity.

Standard offerings such as the Australian beef top blade slices (from S$12.50) and pork shoulder (from S$9.50) appear at reasonable price points, but Uncle Fong distinguishes itself through uncommon specialities rarely found in Singapore’s hotpot landscape. 

Adventurous diners should explore items such as the osmanthus mussel, Putien aged tofu, and gong cai — ingredients that showcase the founder’s commitment to providing experiences beyond the conventional.

19. Cou Cou 

Multiple outlets islandwide.
Open: Operating hours vary across stores

Why visit? In a brilliant amalgamation of Singaporean obsessions, Cou Cou unites steamboat with bubble tea. Hailing from Taiwan, it positions itself in the mid-to-high-end segment of the hotpot market, and elevates the standard steamboat offerings with interesting additions such as lu rou fan (Taiwanese braised pork rice bowl), and refreshing lemon and coconut slushies. 

Perhaps most distinctive is Cou Cou’s atmospheric departure from hotpot convention. While most steamboat establishments opt for clinical brightness that borders on sensory overload, Cou Cou embraces elegant darkness, creating an environment more reminiscent of a sophisticated lounge than a traditional hotpot venue. 

Crowd favourites: A unique soup base you have to try at Cou Cou is its coconut chicken soup base (from S$24). It’s a mild and refreshing base with a subtle coconut sweetness, complete with tender coconut flesh swimming in the pot. What initially seems conceptually curious quickly proves to be quite compelling, as the tropical notes provide a counterpoint to richer ingredients. 

Complete the experience with Cou Cou’s da hong pao bubble milk tea (S$6), which offers the perfect temperature to counter the steamboat’s warmth. The roasted oolong notes provide sophisticated depth that elevates the drink beyond standard offerings and pairs nicely with the chewy pearls. 

20. Liang Zai Kitchen 

Kallang Bahru Ville, 01-01, 63 Kallang Bahru
Open: Monday to Sunday (11am to 11.30pm)

Why visit? Ever found yourself torn between the savoury, punch flavours of mala xiang guo and the joy of steamboat? Liang Zai Kitchen eliminates that dilemma. The hybrid concept delivers remarkable value in Singapore’s often premium-priced steamboat scene, with prices starting at just S$26.80 during lunch hours. Its 120-minute dining window offers generous breathing room, so you can enjoy your meal at a leisurely pace. 

The restaurant’s visual presentation is familiar to the average mala xiang guo stall, with an abundant display of vegetables, meats and noodles. These can be supplemented with additional cuts ordered directly from the kitchen, too. 

Crowd favourites: If you’re a mala tang enthusiast who has long desired a consistently hot, nuanced broth to pair with unlimited ingredients, opt for the mala soup here. If you prefer char to soups, the restaurant also provides grill surfaces that expand the possible flavour dimensions. 

While the ingredient selection covers familiar territory with various sliced meats and seafood, Liang Zai Kitchen distinguishes itself through prepared dishes like la zi ji (spicy chicken) — a crispy, addictive offering that provides immediate satisfaction whilst awaiting your hotpot to come to a boil. 

21. Coca Hotpot 

Takashimaya Shopping Centre, 04-23, 391 Orchard Road
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11.30am to 10.30pm)

Suntec City, 02-440, 3 Temasek Boulevard
Open: Monday to Friday (11.30am to 3pm, 6pm to 10.30pm), Saturday and Sunday (11.30am to 10.30pm)

Why visit? Few steamboat establishments in Singapore can claim to have had over three decades of continuous operation in Singapore’s ruthlessly competitive dining landscape. However, Coca Hotpot has remained in operation since the 1980s.

Coca Hotpot distinguishes itself through a unique fusion approach. Unlike many other steamboats in Singapore, the restaurant marries Thai cuisine with traditional elements of Cantonese home-style cooking, creating a flavour profile that remains unique to this day.  

Crowd favourites: The restaurant offers a la carte options, but it’s best known for its daily buffet (from $39) that features more than 60 ingredients. You’ll have to order its signature fish glue and fortune fish paste, which is a hit amongst patrons here. 

For those seeking broth distinction, the hua diao phoenix (additional $9) emerges as Coca’s most compelling option — a complex, wine-infused creation that transforms the standard hotpot experience into something more refined. Its rich, indulgent character elevates the ingredients bathed in it, creating a unique and complex flavour.

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Xiao Long Kan, Wu Wang Guo, La Jiang Shan Hotpot, Good Combo Hotpot & BBQ, No Time Hotpot, Paradise Hotpot, Cou Cou, Lian Zai Kitchen and Coca Hotpot are on the GrabFood delivery service and offer free delivery (up to S$3 off) with GrabUnlimited.

You can make a reservation at Coca Hotpot at Coca Takashimaya and Coca Suntec City via Chope.

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