Bidadari Food Guide: 18 Places For Affordable K-BBQ, Award-Winning Coffee And More

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Bidadari food guide

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From The Woodleigh Mall and Woodleigh Village Hawker Centre to the other hidden eateries sprinkled around Bidadari Park, we have compiled a list of the best Bidadari food places to make your lives easier when deciding where to dine. 

Some popular mentions include Olla’s Specialty Coffee helmed by the 2022 Barista Champion and cult-classic fast food chains A&W and Tenderfresh! 

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1. Surrey Hills Grocer

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Popular Australian grocer and cafe, Surrey Hills Grocer, opened their doors in late 2023 at The Woodleigh Mall. Go for their specialty pancake stacks, namely the Fried Chicken Stack ($28++): two pieces of Pancake Parlour pancakes with crispy buttermilk fried chicken, chilli honey, parmesan cheese, and whipped butter.

If pancakes aren’t your thing, go for their wide array of brunch classics, pasta, mains, and salads. We recommend trying their newly launched Crab Pomodoro Tteokbokki ($26++), made using chewy Korean rice cakes with crab meat sauteed in a garlicky white wine tomato sauce.

Read our Surrey Hills Grocer review.

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #01-52/53, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Tel: 8035 7497
Website
Surrey Hills Grocer is not a halal-certified eatery.

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2. Tenderfresh Xpress

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Tenderfresh is arguably one of the best places to head for crispy fried chicken in Singapore. Praises are sung about their fried chicken which is said to be tender, juicy, crispy, and everything a good fried chicken should be.

For a classic you can’t go wrong with, their Signature Whole Spring Chicken ($12) or Roasted Chicken Wings (from $4) is a safe bet. Customers also seem to love their revamped menu which sees Jalapenos Salsa Sausage Roll ($6.50), Truffle Mushroom Pizza (from $10.90), and Salted Egg Chicken Karaage Rice Bowl ($9.90). 

Check out our Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop review. 

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #B1-K20/K21, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Website
Tenderfresh Xpress is a halal-certified eatery.

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3. A&W

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Old-school fast food chain A&W made their long-awaited return to Singapore a few years ago. Fans of the famous fast food joint can expect the same nostalgic classics they have loved before, as well as several new items on the menu.

Go for options you can’t find in other burger joints such as the Cream Cheese Burger (from $8.50), which features a gooey heapful of cream cheese alongside a crispy fried chicken patty. Or try the popular Mozza Burger (from $8.10) which sandwiches double beef patties, mozzarella, and a crispy chicken. Other must-orders include their classic All-American Coney Dogs ($5.80) and Golden Aroma Chicken (from $4.10).

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #01-40, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Website
A&W is a halal-certified eatery.

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4. Rise Bakehouse

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Rise Bakehouse is one for your consideration if you enjoy a good cup of coffee and pretty desserts. Located just a stone’s throw away from Bidadari in Potong Pasir, Rise is a hidden cafe worth visiting for their trendy selection of cafe fare. 

Their beautifully crafted cakes are a must-have. A bite of the Pistachio Honeycomb Cake ($8.50+) is all you need for a midday pick-me-up snack; make sure to pair this with the refreshing Yuzu Lemonade ($7.50+) or bittersweet Tiramisu Cream Latte ($8.50+) for those who need a caffeine kick. FYI, Rise Bakehouse is three minutes away from Potong Pasir MRT Station by foot. 

Read our Rise Bakehouse review.

Address: 148 Potong Pasir Avenue 1, #01-53, Singapore 350148
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 7pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 9pm
Tel: 8928 9111
Website
Rise Bakehouse is not a halal-certified eatery.

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5. Folk Yard

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Potong Pasir is brimming with hidden cafes, one of them being Folk Yard, which is the perfect spot to chill with your friends for brunch. Get your sandwich fix here with a variety of sourdough options to choose from. Patty Melt ($19) and Miso Mushrooms ($15) are some crowd-favourites here, where the former sees a Wagyu beef patty, cheese, and caramelised onions, while the latter features rocket and mushrooms with a miso-balsamic sauce.

If there’s only one item you must try, it has to be their Breakfast Sandwich ($17), which sees a stack of scrambled eggs, candied bacon, and melty cheese. Complete your meal with their beverages such as Matcha ($6).

Plus, they are open till midnight on selected days! Folk Yard is located within spitting distance of Potong Pasir MRT Station. 

Check out our Folk Yard review. 

Address: 51 Upper Serangoon Road, #01-59, Poiz Centre, Singapore 347697
Opening hours: Tue & Sun 9am to 5pm, Wed-Sat 9am to 12am
Website
Folk Yard is not a halal-certified eatery.

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6. Kumari’s Veetu Biryani

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Kumari’s Veetu Biryani is an unassuming Indian takeaway joint nestled at a HDB near Bidadari Park. What caught our attention was the perfect rating on Google. Customers speak highly of their dum briyani which consists of the most fragrant rice from being cooked in spices and aromatics, as well as succulent and tender meat. 

Get their Chicken Biryani ($10+) or Mutton Biryani ($10+) to savour the taste of their well-loved briyani in its full glory. Kumari’s Veetu Biryani is a nine-minute walk from Woodleigh MRT Station.

Address: 113B Alkaff Crescent, #03-06, Alkaff Oasis, Singapore 342113
Opening hours: Sun, Wed-Fri 11:30am to 3:30pm, Sat 11:30am to 3:30pm, 5pm to 11pm
Tel: 8424 1137
Website
Kumari’s Veetu Biryani is not a halal-certified eatery.

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7. Joji’s Deli

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You’ve probably heard of the popular American diner cafe Joji’s Diner. They opened their sister cafe, Joji’s Deli, just next door! The sandwich parlour offers their take on US sandwich classics and an amazing selection of sides. Also, they are open till 12am every day, making it the perfect supper spot.

The Classic Reuben ($18) sandwiches hickory-smoked Angus beef brisket and sauerkraut in between a perfectly toasted sourdough. The Shrimp Po’ Boy ($18) is another amazing pick, featuring generous amounts of grilled shrimp drizzled in a creamy sauce. FYI, Joji’s Deli is an 11-minute walk from Serangoon MRT Station.

Read our Joji’s Deli feature.

Address: 536 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534551
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 12am
Tel: 9100 9030
Website
Joji’s Deli is not a halal-certified eatery.

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8. JIN Kimchi Express

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JIN Kimchi Express is a casual Korean eatery helmed by a young Korean native, with more than 10 outlets scattered across Singapore at the time of writing. Everything on the menu is really affordable, with most items priced under $10.

One of the cheapest items is the Julienne Radish Bibimbap, priced at only $3.50 for a small portion. You don’t get any meat in this, but you do get a lot of greens and a sunny-side-up! If you’re a noodle-to-rice kind of person, consider their Jjajangmyeon ($7.50) or Seafood Jjamppong ($8.80). We recommend pairing it with Tangsuyuk ($9.80), which is essentially a sweet and sour pork dish that’s best eaten with black bean sauce noodles. 

Read our JIN Kimchi Express review.

Address: 106 Bidadari Park Drive, #01-05, Singapore 340106
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 8:30pm
Website
JIN Kimchi Express is not a halal-certified eatery. 

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9. Beans.Factory

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Beans.Factory is a popular Malaysian dessert chain that can be found at The Woodleigh Mall. Here, you can enjoy shaved ice desserts and even customise a bowl to your liking with the various ingredients provided!

For first-timers, we recommend getting the Beans.Factory Signature Tau Fu Fah ($8.90), featuring chewy, colourful taro balls, peach gum, and grass jelly. If you’d like to DIY your bowl, choose from a variety of bases: Tau Fu Fah, AKA their signature silky beancurd, Grass Jelly, Black Sesame Shave Ice, and Matcha Shave Ice. Then, top it off with Mini Tang Yuan or Handmade Taro Paste for a delicious sweet treat.

Read our Beans.Factory feature. 

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #B1-K43/K44, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Website
Beans.Factory is not a halal-certified eatery. 

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10. Olla’s Specialty Coffee

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Image credit: OLLA Coffee (The Woodleigh Mall)

You can’t call yourself a coffeehead if you haven’t tried Olla’s Specialty Coffee, a popular cafe helmed by the 2022 Singapore Barista Champion. Other than their OG outlet in Clementi, North-Easties can enjoy Olla’s coffee at their second outlet at The Woodleigh Mall. 

It’s a must to savour their signature brews with a well-balanced, rounded taste. Go for the Black Coffee (from $4.50++), White Coffee (from $5.50++), or the Pourover Filter Coffee (from $9++) to have the best cuppa coffee experience. Else, they do a decent Matcha Latte (from $6.50++).

Olla’s Specialty Coffee at The Woodleigh Mall is a six-minute walk from Woodleigh MRT Station.

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #01-55, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 6:30pm
Website
Olla’s Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.

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11. Famous Hong Kong Style Charcoal Roasted Delight

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Image credit: Famous Hong Kong Style Charcoal Roasted Delight

If you can’t decide on your lunch spot for the day, you can’t go wrong with a plate of roasted meat and rice at Famous Hong Kong Style Charcoal Roasted Delight. They do an excellent job at charcoal roasting their meats so you get that caramelised skin and juicy, tender meat within. 

A must-order item here is their Signature Dang Gui Roasted Duck Rice ($4.80) which boasts tender slices of roast duck and fragrant rice. Alternative picks include their Char Siew Wanton Noodle ($4.50) and their Char Siew & Roasted Pork Rice ($5.50). 

Address: 106 Bidadari Park Drive, #01-05, Singapore 342106
Opening hours: Daily 7:30am to 9pm
Website
Famous Hong Kong Style Charcoal Roasted Delight is not a halal-certified eatery.

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12. Hong Chang Frog Porridge and BBQ Fish

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Whether it’s your go-to when the weather gets gloomy or your comfort meal when you’re sick, piping hot porridge always hits the spot. If frog porridge is your thing, try Hong Chang’s Frog Porridge and BBQ Fish’s Frog Porridge.

Although customers love their porridge, the true star of the show is the frog meat which is said to be one of the best out there as it’s plump, juicy, and flavourful. You get this cooked with spring onion, ginger, and dried chilli. Another popular pick is their Sambal Kang Kong (from $7) and Cai Po Omelette ($7). Hong Chang’s Frog Porridge and BBQ Fish is a nine-minute walk from Woodleigh MRT Station. 

Check out our Hong Chang Frog Porridge feature.

Address: 2 Braddell Road, Singapore 359895
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 3pm to 2am
Tel: 9160 3125
Website
Hong Chang Frog Porridge and BBQ Fish is not a halal-certified eatery.

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13. Shi Jian Hot Pot

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Satiate your hotpot fix at Shi Jian Hot Pot at The Woodleigh Mall. Here you can get a decent hotpot comparable to those at high-end joints for a fraction of the price. 

Choose from seven soup bases: Spicy Red Oil ($7.90 for a half portion), Pig Bone Soup ($7.90 for a half portion), Healthy Tomato Soup ($7.90 for a half portion), and Mushroom Soup ($10.90 for a half portion) are some popular ones.

Then, choose your ingredients from three price categories: $3, $6, and $9. The $3 category includes shiitake mushrooms, rice cakes, dried tofu skin, vermicelli,cheese tofu and more. The $6 category gets you pig liver, pork belly, lobster ball, and various dumplings, while the $9 category gets you more premium ingredients such as scallops, prawns, and mutton. 

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #02-51, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6909 6358
Website
Shi Jian Hot Pot is not a halal-certified eatery.

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14. K.Cook Korean BBQ Buffet

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Add K.COOK Korean BBQ & Buffet to your list of Korean BBQ spots to dine at the next time you have a night out. This restaurant features a wide range of ingredients to add to your grill: pork belly, beef bulgogi, soy sauce chicken, squid and more.

It’s affordably priced, too! $18.99++ per person for weekday lunch and $28.99++ for weekend lunch. Dinner, on the other hand, sets you back $28.99++ from Monday to Thursday, while Friday to Sunday and Public Holidays will set you back $30.99++.

Don’t forget to hit the buffet section where you will find a variety of cooked dishes such as japchae, tteokbokki, kimchi pancake, gimbap, and fish cake soup. 

Read our K.Cook Korean BBQ & Buffet feature.

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #02-49/50, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 10pm, Fri 11:30am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6322 3392
Website
K.Cook Korean BBQ Buffet is not a halal-certified eatery.

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15. Huat Heong Bak Kut Teh

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The ultimate comfort meal in my books is bak kut teh: a warm, light, and peppery soup enriched with savoury pork bones. Huat Heong Bak Kut Teh, nestled in Bidadari, is a hidden gem that will tickle your fancy if you love the dish as much as I do.

Huat Heong Bak Kut Teh serves up delicious Malaysian-style bak kut teh and the soup here is the key element. Customers laud the soup for its strong and fragrant herbal taste, which isn’t as common as peppery bak kut teh—at least in Singapore. Their Signature Fragrant Bak Kut Teh is priced from $8.80!

Address: 106 Bidadari Park Drive, #01-05, Singapore 340106
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 8:30pm, Sun 9am to 5pm
Website
Huat Heong Bak Kut Teh is not a halal-certified eatery.

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16. Lam’s Noodle & Salt Baked Chicken

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Lam’s Noodle & Salt Baked Chicken is a veteran in the local F&B scene, having been around for over 50 years with several outlets across the island. As their name suggests, their specialty is their salt-baked chicken which is perfectly marinated and seasoned, simple yet delicious. Many customers also praise the high quality given that the prices are affordable.

Get the Salt Baked Boneless Thigh with Rice ($6.90) or Salt Baked Boneless Thigh with Noodles ($7.40) which makes for a substantial meal. Otherwise, you can order the Lam’s Salt Baked Fresh Kampong Chicken ($29.80) to bring home and feed the family. 

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #B1-09/10, Food Republic, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Website
Lam’s Noodle and Salt Baked Chicken is not a halal-certified eatery.

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17. Brewerkz

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Image credit: Brewerkz Woodleigh Mall

Brewerkz isn’t only an award-winning local brewery, but also one of the most well-known fusion restaurant chains in Singapore. They have several outlets spread across the country, one of them being at The Woodleigh Mall. This outlet boasts scenic views of Bidadari Park, making it the perfect spot to have a relaxing dinner with loved ones. 

Expect an extensive menu of Asian and European fusion dishes, which appease all taste buds. Go all out and order their Angus Beef Ribeye Steak ($48++ for 300g) which received many compliments for being ultra-tender and well-marinated.

If you choose the Asian route instead, get the Paper Wrapped Laksa Seafood ($30++) which stars a medley of seafood and konjac noodles bathed in Szechuan spices and laksa cream sauce. 

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Drive, #02-20/20A, The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore 367803
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 10pm
Tel: 9820 0721
Website
Brewerkz is not a halal-certified eatery.

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18. Kizuna

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Kizuna is another cafe to add to the list also nestled in the Potong Pasir neighbourhood. Many customers speak highly of Kizuna’s offerings, and you can expect a mix of your usual cafe classics and a few Japanese-inspired dishes. 

For the more adventurous, the chef highly recommends their unique Ankimo Kaya Toast ($20): this combines a kaya sourdough and ankimo, AKA monkfish liver which is dubbed the foie gras of the sea. Else, go for the Seafood Paella ($28) or Tamago Estrellados ($12) which offers a Japanese-infused twist on Spanish classics! Kizuna is a five-minute walk from Potong Pasir MRT Station.

Address: 148 Potong Pasir Avenue 1, #01-37, Singapore 350148
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 5pm to 11pm
Tel: 8921 3124
Website
Kizuna is not a halal-certified eatery. 

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What to eat in Bidadari

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Whether you’re looking for a bite after taking a relaxing walk at Bidadari Park or you’ve exhausted all your usual eating places around the Woodleigh or Potong Pasir area, we hope our list has given you new options to look out for.

For other food options nearby, check out our guide on the best places to eat in Serangoon. Else, check out our list of the best cafes in the North-East.

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