Best Hunan food places in Singapore
Hunan cuisine, otherwise known as Xiang cuisine, is having its moment in 2025. There’s been a recent surge in Hunan restaurants popping up on our island, so we’ve done the legwork and gathered the top 10 Hunan food places in Singapore. Consider this your go-to guide for legit Xiang-style stir-fries, spicy Chinese stews and more!
Not sure how Hunan food differs from Sichuan cuisine? We’ve got you. Hunan dishes tend to be punchy with a “dry” heat, while Sichuan food focuses on mala, which is heavier and greasier, with a numbing finish. For the former, you can expect lots of stir-fried dishes incorporating fresh chillis, garlic, and ginger, resulting in a brighter, sharper heat that’s also aromatic. This is opposed to Sichuan-style mala that relies on chilli oil, dried chillis, and of course, the iconic Sichuan peppercorn.
1. Xiang Xiang Hunan Cuisine
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Google “Hunan food Singapore” and Xiang Xiang Hunan Cuisine will likely pop up first on your page. The popular restaurant has 15 outlets across the island at the point of writing, making them the largest Hunan food chain in Singapore. A quick search shows that their outlets are highly rated on Google, too!
If it’s your first time here, order their Hunan Stir-Fry Pork ($22.90++), featuring tender Spanish Iberico pork and fresh veggies, stir-fried to order. Their Spicy Bullfrog Pot ($39.90++) is another winner for its tender meat and fragrant broth. Other fan favourites include 18-Second Angus Beef Stir-Fry ($22.90++)Â and Dual Pepper Chicken Spicy Chicken Cubes ($17.90++).
Website | Full list of outlets
Xiang Xiang Hunan Cuisine is not a halal-certified eatery.
2. Nong Geng Ji
Nong Geng Ji is another popular Hunan restaurant chain that’s been expanding rather quickly. Since opening their first outlet in Raffles Place in October 2023, they’ve grown to a total of seven outlets in Singapore!
The Stir-Fried Pork with Abalone and Chilli ($28.90++) is a best-seller for good reason. This dish features premium Black pork from Spain, abalone from China, and Hunan green pepper, which adds an addictive spiciness to the whole mix. Other must-have mains include Stir-Fried Kampong Chicken with Tea Oil ($25.80++) and Signature Grass Fish Fillet with Chilli ($24.90++), where smooth and flaky fish slices are doused in a hot and numbing pickled chilli sauce.
Read our Nong Geng Ji review.
Website | Full list of outlets
Nong Geng Ji is not a halal-certified eatery.
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3. Pin Xiang Hunan Cuisine
Pin Xiang Hunan Cuisine is a new kid on the i12 Katong block. Highlights here include the Hunan-style Chilli Stir-fried Pork ($25.90++), which comprises fatty pork slices stir-fried in a umami-packed fermented black bean and chilli sauce. Alternatively, order the Spicy Frog Stew ($42.90++), featuring tender frog meat doused in a spicy, piquant stew. While not traditionally a Hunan dish, the Golden Pickled Vegetable Fish Soup ($26.90++) AKA suan cai yu is equally popular.
Address: 112 East Coast Road, #03-29/30/31, Singapore 428802
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6513 9137
Website
Pin Xiang Hainan Cuisine is not a halal-certified eatery.
4. Spicy ChefÂ
Image credit: Yulong Wang via Google Maps
At the point of writing, Spicy Chef has amassed over 700 reviews on Google, with an impressive 4.7-star rating. The Hunan restaurant’s central location in Tanjong Pagar makes them a popular lunch and dinner spot for those working in the CBD.
They offer a good variety of dishes, specialising in Hunan-style home-cooked food. Their Stir-Fried Pork with Green Pepper ($19.90++), best paired with rice, is one of the most-ordered dishes. Otherwise, those who prefer beef can consider their Hunan-Style Sauteed Beef ($18.90++) or Braised Potato and Beef Brisket ($18.90++), a hearty combination of tender beef strips with soft potato chunks in a hearty stew.
Address: 100 Tras Street, #02-14A, Singapore 079027
Opening hours: Daily 9:30am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6538 3371
Website
Spicy Chef is not a halal-certified eatery.
5. Xiangxi HometownÂ
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Chinatown is a treasure trove of food gems, including Xiangxi Hometown, a fairly new addition to the neighbourhood. Located right outside Chinatown MRT Station, this restaurant specialises in both Hunan and Jiangxi cuisines, the latter of which is known for using rice noodles, bamboo shoots, and fermented ingredients.
Their Hunan-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry ($22.80++) and Stir-Fried Yellow Beef ($21.90++) are said to be aromatic, pairing perfectly with a bowl of steamed rice ($1.60++). If you’re in a group, consider ordering their signature Pan-Fried Stinky Mandarin Fish (from $36.80++)Â to share! The restaurant closes at 12am, making it an ideal supper spot too.
Address:Â 78 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059237
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 12pm
Tel: 8859 7878
Website
Xiangxi Hometown is not a halal-certified eatery.
6. Yu Xiang Jiu Jia
Image credit: Yu Xiang Jiu Jia via Google Maps
Hunan cuisine is known for its stir-fries, which you’ll find at Yu Xiang Jiu Jia, an under-the-radar eatery along Geylang Road. The dishes are said to taste authentic, while the space is clean with VIP tables for larger gatherings.
Popular picks include Spicy Pork Ribs ($20.80++) and Yellow Beef with Wild Pepper ($18.80++), said to be spicy, sweet, and savoury all at once. If you’re a fan of innards, try their Dry Pot Pork Intestines ($19.80++) or Sour and Spicy Pork Intestines ($19.80++). To complete your meal, you won’t go wrong with a side of Scrambled Eggs with Tomato ($12.80++)!
Address: 593 Geylang Road, Singapore 389532
Opening hours: Mon 5pm to 11pm, Tue-Sun 11am to 11pm
Tel: 6038 0556
Yu Xiang Jiu Jia is not a halal-certified eatery.
7. Huda RestaurantÂ
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If you’re looking for variety, visit Huda Restaurant, a highly-rated spot along Temple Street. This crayfish speciality restaurant offers cuisines from across China, from Beijing to Hunan!
You can’t go wrong with the classic Hunan Style Fried Pork ($25++), but they also offer other signatures such as Homemade Tofu ($32++)Â and Spicy Ox Stomach ($32++), doused in a piquant, fiery sauce. While you’re there, don’t forget to order a portion of their famous Crayfish (from $48++), available in flavours such as Garlic and Mala.
Address: 56 Temple Street, Singapore 058601
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 12am
Tel: Â 8321 8083
Website
Huda Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Chilli Up Hunan Cuisine
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For more legit Xiang cuisine along Temple Street, head to Chilli Up Hunan Cuisine.
This casual eatery offers a wide spread of legit Hunan dishes, including the classic Pork with Green Chilli ($18.80++), where tender pork slices are stir-fried in a fragrant mix of green chilli and spices. Their Stir-Fried Preserved Pork with Smoked Bamboo Shoots ($24++) and Beef Offal Stew ($45.80++) are two other signatures; these hearty dishes are great for sharing at the table. If you’re craving suan cai yu, the restaurant’s rendition—Boiled Fish Fillets with Lemon, Pickled Cabbage and Chilli ($29.80++)—might be up your alley.
Address: 56 Temple Street, Singapore 058601
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 12am
Tel: Â 8321 8083
Website
Chilli Up Hunan Cuisine is not a halal-certified eatery.
9. Xiang Yue Signature Hunan Cuisine
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Xiang Yue Signature Hunan Cuisine is a new entrant to the scene, having launched in January 2025. The Jalan Besar restaurant offers a huge lineup of Hunan-style dishes, including stir-fried meats, fresh seafood, soups, and even claypot porridge. They open till 3:30am on most days too, so you can have a late-night feast with your supper kaki.
For a classic Hunan spread, go for the Hunan Special Stir-Fried Pork with Chilli ($18.80++), Hometown Braised Pork Belly ($17.80++), and Stir-Fried Chilli Duck with Beer ($29.80++). There’s an impressive selection of meats here, so carnivores will be pleased! On the seafood front, you’ll find the likes of Prawn with Special Garlic Sauce ($32.80++, 350g), Braised Turtle with Green Chilli ($46.80++) and many more.
Address: 363 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208994
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 3:30am, Sun 4pm to 11pm
Tel: 8877 8395
Website
Xiang Yue is not a halal-certified eatery.
10. Zui Xiang Hunan Cuisine
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Zui Xiang Hunan Cuisine is another popular option if you’re in Chinatown and craving legit Hunan dishes. Online reviews rave about their value-for-money stir-fries and authentic flavours, as well as the warm service. If you can’t take the heat, you can request the chef to dial down on the spice, too!
Their Xiang-style Lamb Chops ($39++) are a recurring favourite for their tender texture and delicious flavour. If you’re here with friends, you can get their pots to share, including the Sauteed Bullfrog with Pickled Peppers ($31++) and Dry Pot Beer Duck ($31++), a hearty dish that’s slow-cooked in beer and spices.
Address: 18 Smith Street, Singapore 058932
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 11pm
Tel: 8524 4598
Zui Xiang Hunan Cuisine is not a halal-certified eatery.
Guide to Hunan restaurants in Singapore
The next time you’re craving some spicy and fragrant Hunan food, consider this list of the best Hunan restaurants in Singapore to check out!
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