As someone who lives in the East, Hillion Mall is the kind of place I only end up visiting once every few years. So I took it upon myself to do a bit of online digging, just in case I ever end up there one day, to see what’s actually worth eating at the West-side mall. Whether you’re a Bukit Panjang resident or are only swinging by as a pitstop on the way to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, bookmark this Hillion Mall food guide for the next time you find yourself here.
Xiang Xiang Hunan Cuisine has pretty much become a heavyweight in Singapore’s Hunan food scene. The brand has grown fast, with 20 outlets islandwide, including one at Hillion Mall. This spot takes over the space previously occupied by Best Denki and Pizza Hut.
A standout on the menu is the Hunan Stir-Fried Pork ($22.90++). We also recommend the Stir-fried Tender Chicken with Old Ginger ($26.90++), which is also served in a claypot that arrives still sizzling at the table. For seafood lovers, the Fresh Chilli Spicy Prawn ($26.90++) features tiger prawns tossed in a bold, spicy sauce that delivers a punchy kick.
Read our Xiang Xiang Hunan Cuisine feature.
Unit: #B1-64/64A
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
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Xiang Xiang Hunan Cuisine is not halal-certified.
If Malaysian cuisine is your comfort food, Nan Yang Dao is worth a visit. The restaurant focuses on classic Malaysian dishes, so you can expect staples often found in hawker centres such as nasi lemak, curry mee and more.
A must-try here is the Seleyang Big Bowl Curry Mee ($9.90++), featuring a large bowl of yellow noodles topped with beancurd skin, boiled egg, fried pork belly, and prawns soaked in a rich curry gravy. This curry leaned spicy and greasy, so it can get a little jelak if you plan to finish the bowl on your own. The Penang Fried Kway Teow ($7.50++) was another highlight during our visit, wok-fried with bean sprouts, prawns, fish cake, and lup cheong for that familiar smoky wok hei. To finish, the Chendol ($3.50++) offers a simple, refreshing mix of coconut milk, gula melaka, red beans, and pandan jelly.
Read our Nan Yang Dao feature.
Unit: #B2-26/27
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 10pm
Tel: 8855 6673
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Nan Yang Dao is not halal-certified.
Even though it’s no longer a novel concept, there’s still something about having sushi delivered straight to your table that never really gets old. Genki Sushi remains a go-to spot for conveyor belt sushi lovers of all ages, thanks to its affordable, fuss-free menu. You’ll find a wide selection of items to choose from, including Unagi Sushi and Smoked Duck Sushi. With plates priced between $1.80++ and $5.80++, it’s easy to order a variety without going over budget.
Unit: #01-14
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6974 7308
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Genki Sushi is not halal-certified.
Common Grill by COLLIN’S, a sub-brand of Singaporean Western food chain COLLIN’S, is all about offering charcoal-grilled meats at more accessible prices. On the menu, you’ll find mains such as the Australian Premium Angus Pasture-Fed Sirloin Steak ($19.90++) and French Duck Leg Confit ($14.90++). For a little bit of everything, consider ordering COLLIN’S Premium Mixed Grill ($16.90++), which comes with grilled chicken chop, lamb chop, arabiki sausage, and aglio olio.
Unit: #B2-66
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6513 1793
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Common Grill by COLLIN’S is not halal-certified.
When it comes to Taiwanese food in Singapore, Eat 3 Bowls has become somewhat of a household name. Its outlets in Pasir Panjang, Bendemeer, and Sengkang continue to draw steady crowds, and the Hillion Mall branch is no exception when it comes to popularity.
The 3 Bowls Signature Trio Combo (from $13.30++) is a solid pick if you want a bit of everything. It comes with three smaller bowls—lu rou fan, oyster and pig intestine mee sua, and shredded chicken rice—served on a wooden tray, making it easy to share between two people. Another option is the Taiwanese Cold Noodles ($7.80++), featuring noodles tossed in a house-made peanut sauce and topped with shredded chicken, cucumber, carrot, and egg. We enjoyed the cold noodles, which were exceptionally refreshing on a hot day.
Read our Eat 3 Bowls feature.
Unit: #B2-06
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Eat 3 Bowls is not halal-certified.
Kopitiam at Hillion Mall has officially reopened with a refreshed look and a fresh line-up of stalls. The food court, home to 25 stalls, now welcomes diners with its updated space that blends a swanky hotel-inspired design with its usual affordable food court pricing.
Familiar concepts have joined the newly upgraded coffeeshop, including Crave Nasi Lemak’s first-ever food court stall. Shabu Days also makes its debut here, offering affordable Japanese-style hotpot. The lineup also includes Pepper Lunch Express, Ms Inasal Delight, and Old Airport Wanton Mee, alongside snacks and light bites from Ann Chin Popiah and kueh by The House of Lemang.
Read our Kopitiam Hillion Mall feature.
Unit: #02-15-20
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 10pm
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Kopitiam is not halal-certified.
If you live in the Bukit Panjang neighbourhood and need a quick brekkie before work, Ya Kun Kaya Toast at Basement 2 is a convenient option. Grab their kaya toast to go for busier mornings, featuring crispy toasted bread paired with kaya and thick slabs of lightly salted butter. If you have more time, you can also dine in and enjoy the Kaya Toast with Butter Set ($6.30), which comes with soft-boiled eggs and kopi.
FYI: Ya Kun ranked first place in our guide to the best kaya toast chains in Singapore!
Unit: #B2-23/24
Opening hours: Daily 7:30am to 10pm
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Ya Kun Kaya Toast is not halal-certified.
Sandwich lovers will be familiar with Subway, where you can customise your own sammies or pick from their made-to-order options. It’s a popular choice if you’re looking for a slightly healthier fast-food fix. The brand has also just rolled out a limited-time offering featuring two new subs—the Steakhouse Beef Ribeye Sub ($10.90) and the Steakhouse Rotisserie Chicken Sub ($9.90). The former is loaded with 100% ribeye steak, while the latter has juicy chunks of rotisserie chicken on honey oat bread.
Unit: #02-21
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 10pm
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Subway is halal-certified.
Another halal-certified option is Wingstop, known for its chicken wings, boneless wings, and tenders, all available in 12 flavours including Kecap Manis, Mango Hot Honey Rub, Garlic Parmesan, Lemon Pepper and more. Don’t miss out on their sides, such as the Voodoo Fries ($6.75), loaded with cheese sauce, ranch, and a touch of Cajun seasoning, or the Mushroom Fritters ($7.75), featuring battered button mushrooms that are fried till crispy.
Unit: #01-40/41
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
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Wingstop is halal-certified.
If you’re an Instagram foodie, chances are you’ve come across Munchi Pancakes’ colourful and chunky min jiang kueh. Known for its thick, fluffy pancakes, the brand offers three crust options—Original, Charcoal, and Matcha.
You can stick to the classics with the Peanut or Red Bean MJK ($2.40 each), or go for something sweeter, such as the Biscoff MJK ($3.20), filled with a sweet and crunchy housemade Biscoff spread. There is also the Black Sesame MJK ($2.90), which features a fragrant house-made black sesame paste.
Read our Munchi Pancakes feature.
Unit: #B2-44
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7am to 9:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 9:30pm
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Munchi Pancakes is halal-certified.
First opened in Jurong, Pastago made its debut to much fanfare, offering fresh, customisable pasta with a range of shapes, sauces, and toppings. Ordering is straightforward: choose from six sauces—Aglio e Olio, Carbonara, Marinara, Al Limone, Beef Bolognese, or Chicken Bolognese—before adding toppings such as shimeiji mushrooms, smoked salmon, or seared prawns. Their fresh pasta starts from just $5.70 for the plain Aglio e Olio!
The brand makes its pasta from scratch, both by hand and with a small pasta machine at the kiosk. You can also choose your preferred pasta shape when ordering, including fettuccine, pappardelle, as well as lesser-seen options such as mafalde and campanelle.
Read our Pastago review.
Unit: #B2-44
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7am to 9:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 9:30pm
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Pastago is halal-certified.
Barcook Bakery rose to fame as one of the early pioneers of cream cheese buns, priced between $2.50 and $3. Since then, it has expanded its lineup with other creations such as the Liu Sha Bun ($1.70), which features a molten salted egg yolk custard. Other options include The Curry Guy ($1.70), a spicy curry-filled bun for those who enjoy a kick, and the Bailey’s Custard Bun ($1.60), which carries a boozy note for those who prefer something stronger.
Unit: #B2-32
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
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Barcook Bakery is not halal-certified.
With 15 outlets islandwide, An Acai Affair is one of the most popular acai chains in Singapore. Beyond acai bowls, the brand also serves dairy-free sorbets, smoothies, and offers a range of customisable toppings. If you’re new to An Acai Affair, we recommend getting their Triple A (from $10.20), a classic bowl that comes with acai, fresh fruits, honey, granola, nuts, and superfoods. You can also top it off with a drizzle, with options such as Almond Butter, Cookie Butter, Pistachio Sauce and more.
Unit: #B2-46A
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
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An Acai Affair is not halal-certified but has no pork or lard.
Halal-certified Melvados is a convenient option for quick snacks or when you need to sort out desserts for a gathering. The brand offers locally inspired ice cream flavours such as D24 Ice Cream at $10.90, alongside classics including Triple Chocolate Ice Cream and Salty Caramel Almonds Ice Cream, both priced at $10.90 each. Melvados also carries ready-to-eat meals: think Roasted Chicken Wrap with Red Berry Sauce ($9.90) and Shawarma Chicken Stuffed Pita ($9.90), great for days when you don’t feel like cooking.
Unit: #B2-10
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 9:30pm
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Melvados is halal-certified.
You’ve heard of Starbucks—now meet the Starbucks of China: Luckin Coffee, which has over 8,000 stores in its home country. FYI: New users can also enjoy a first-drink promotion on the Luckin Coffee app, with their first order priced at just $0.99.
Not sure what to get? One of its most popular drinks is the Coconut Latte ($6.40), with reportedly over 300 million cups sold. The creamy beverage blends cold-pressed coconut milk with fresh espresso for a refreshing pick-me-up on a hot day.
Unit: #B2-52
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 10:30pm
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Luckin Coffee is not halal-certified.
If you ever find yourself in the area and are unsure what to eat, this list should help you narrow things down without too much guesswork. For more food recommendations in the area, check out our Senja Hawker Centre guide for Michelin-approved duck rice, Hong Kong chee cheong fun and more. If you live at the other end of Singapore, read our list of best cafes in the East for brunch.
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