In most countries, it’s strange to hang out at the airport. But for us Singaporeans, the airport is one of the hottest spots to visit during the weekends. And with the arrival of Jewel, more folks are heading down to the far East for supper runs. From cafes to watering holes and restaurants, here is our Jewel Changi Airport food guide to curb your hunger pangs, whether you’re there to jalan jalan, or making a pitstop before your travels.
Also, be sure to check out our guide to halal food in Jewel!
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A&W has been the talk of the town since returning. The queues are still relatively long during dinner service, but since you waited more than 10 years for their return, a short stint in line is no biggie. While they have more burger items on the menu, we recommend ordering the Golden Aroma Chicken ($4.10 per piece, $10.40 for the two-piece combo) instead.
Check out our A&W review!
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A&W is a halal-certified eatery.
The Coach Restaurant marks the luxury fashion brand’s latest venture into the dining scene, following The Coach Coffee Shop at Resorts World Sentosa and The Coach Bar in Chinatown. Diners can look forward to hearty woodfire-grilled dishes, with highlights including USDA Prime cuts, priced from $40++ for a 200g Hanger Steak, and Japanese Satsuma Wagyu A5, which starts at $95++ for a 250g Striploin. You’ll also find New York diner staples here, ranging from The Chicken Bucket ($28++), which comes with five crispy chicken drumsticks served with housemade sauces, to the NY Hot Dog ($12++), featuring beef sausage on a brioche bun with relish and onion.
Read our The Coach Restaurant feature.
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The Coach Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery.
This one’s for Hunan cuisine fans: Those departing from Singapore can now try Nong Geng Ji’s famous spicy flavours at their eighth installment at Jewel. This outlet features five exclusive dishes: the Steamed Chicken with Chinese Bayberry Vinegar ($14.80++) offers a gentle, tangy take on the humble steamed chicken, while the Chef’s Signature Open-fire Roasted Chicken ($24.80++) brings smoky depth and aromatic intensity. Other exclusives include the Claypot Mature Kampong Duck ($25.80++), Hunan Rice Noodles with Braised Sauce (Dry) ($12.80++) and Pandan Coconut Jelly ($5.80++).
Read our Nong Geng Ji Jewel feature.
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Nong Geng Ji is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Kane Mochi is famous for its daifuku, a sweet Japanese mochi filled with premium ice cream. Their mochi skin is soft yet chewy, and they are generous with their ice cream-to-mochi ratio. The store’s best-selling flavours include Matcha, Thai Iced Tea, Taro, and Cookies and Cream. That being said, we recommend trying their more unique flavours such as Banana Milk and Mocha Chips. Mix and match when you get their box of six, priced at $14.90.
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Kane Mochi is a halal-certified eatery.
Gwangjang Gaon, headed by renowned Korean culinary professor Hyo Soon Park, is endorsed as the favourite restaurant of many Korean celebrities—including Lee Jung-jae of the iconic Netflix series, Squid Game. Meat lovers will immediately go for the GAON Galbi ($69.90++), which features premium beef short ribs boiled in herbs for over 24 hours for a tender and slightly chewy texture, and the signature Bossam ($43.90++), a beloved staple in Korean cuisine. We also loved the Deulgireum Makguksu ($21.90)—cold buckwheat noodles that come with a dash of perilla seeds and a side of fragrant perilla oil.
Read our Gwangjang Gaon review.
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Gwangjang Gaon is not a halal-certified eatery.
Ipoh Town Kopitiam is a new concept from two sisters born and raised in Ipoh, Malaysia, and you’ll find lesser-seen dishes unique to Ipoh on the menu. The Premium Chicken Scallop Hor Fun ($17.90++) is zhnged up with two giant scallops, with the prawns and scallops fresh and sweet. For a richer dish, try their Ayam Berempah ($11.90++): fragrant coconut rice with a deep-fried chicken leg, served with a hard-boiled egg, peanuts, anchovies, cucumber slices, and a sweet sambal.
Read our Ipoh Town Kopitiam review.
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Ipoh Town Kopitiam is not a halal-certified eatery.
Hailing from the Philippines, Potato Corner doles out large tubs of freshly fried fries boasting unique flavours such as Wanky Wasabi, Creamy Truffle, Cheese, and Sour Cream and Onion. Even their smallest cup, Mega ($5.80) lets you mix two flavours! For those with a voracious appetite, get the humongous Tera Fries ($11) that’s big enough for three eaters, and comes with four seasonings.
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Potato Corner is a halal-certified eatery.
7-Eleven has introduced its inaugural cafe concept in Singapore, known as 7Cafe. While 7-Eleven is renowned for its ready-to-eat offerings, the addition of a food counter brings to the table a cafe-like experience with piping-hot meals. Additionally, the cafe offers hot pastries, including croissants priced at $4 each.
To satisfy your sweet tooth, 7Cafe has Cheesecake ($5.50) in multiple flavours, including Yuzu, Lychee, and Cookies & Cream. The cafe’s beverage menu has also been expanded to feature exclusive drinks for Jewel. Priced at $5.50, these options include Salted Caramel Coffee, Mocha, and Matcha Frappés.
Check out our 7Cafe feature.
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7Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
Back in Japan, Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory & Cow Cow Kitchen’s the place to be for cheesy ice cream made with Hokkaido milk that’ll transport you to Japan. The Jewel outlet takes things up a notch with the delicious Cow Cow Sundae ($10.50), which consists of Hokkaido soft serve, a slice of milk cheesecake, and one Salt & Camembert cookie.
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Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory & Cow Cow Kitchen is not a halal-certified eatery.
Minimalistic Japanese coffee specialists %Arabica caused quite a stir when they opened their world’s first airport outlet in Jewel Changi, also their fourth cafe in Singapore. The airy, open-concept space offers all of %Arabica’s classic brews, made with beans sourced from around the world, including their plantation in Hawaii. First-timers should try their Spanish Latte (from $8.20), served iced or hot. This is one of %Arabica’s most famous offerings, where you get a latte laced with condensed milk—think a lighter version of Vietnamese ca phe. They also sell pastries at this outlet.
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%Arabica is not a halal-certified eatery.
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind Taiwanese hotpot experience at Beauty In The Pot in Jewel Changi. They offer six different soup bases, including their signature Beauty Collagen Broth, as well as the Spicy Nourishing Broth, both of which take over eight hours to prepare, as bones are slowly boiled to extract their collagen. Pair your soup base of choice with any of their meat platters to start, with prices starting at $42.90++. We highly recommend ordering their Assorted Paste Platter ($27.90++), which comes with a trio of house-made fish and meat pastes.
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Beauty In The Pot is not a halal-certified eatery.
Lady M is the patisserie that truly brought mille crepes into the local spotlight. At Jewel Changi, the brand has a sit-down cafe where you can enjoy any of their popular crepe cakes, all carefully layered with flavoured chantilly cream and at least 20 individual crepes. Flavours include Pistachio, Passionfruit, and Rose, with prices starting at $12.50+ a slice. Aside from the crepe cakes, Lady M also has tea and coffee on the menu.
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Lady M is not a halal-certified eatery.
Japan’s famous gyudon chain Sukiya has over 2,000 outlets in its native country alone. They recently expanded to Southeast Asia, with a handful of eateries opening in Singapore, including this one at Jewel Changi. Their USP is simple: cheap, delicious beef and rice bowls, with prices starting at just $4.20 for a small portion of their OG Gyudon. We highly recommend that you try their Melted Cheese Gyudon (from $7.10) instead, where tender beef slices are served with a trio of gooey, melted cheeses, and a drizzle of Tabasco. If you’re not big on beef, they also have chicken and unagi dons, most of which come in under $10.
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Sukiya is a halal-certified eatery.
Tempura Makino hails from Japan, specialising in Tsudoage-style tempura where each handcrafted piece is fried to order, and served one at a time. Most customers gravitate to the tempura sets, and the most popular of the lot is the Anago and Seafood Tempura Set ($28++), where premium seafood sees a medley of vegetable tempura. You can also get more affordable bowls of Tendon, such as the Tokubetsu Tendon ($14.90++) with prawn and chicken tempura. Various a la carte tempura are available with most under $10++.
Read our Tempura Makino review.
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Tempura Makino is not a halal-certified eatery.
Jewel Changi’s Starbucks Reserve Coffee Bar levels up your experience at the coffee chain by offering specialty brews, and a range of single-origin coffees that are on rotation throughout the seasons. The outlet is also the only one in Singapore where you can get your coffee from a four-tap Nitro station, which serves up brews such as Nitro Pure Matcha Latte (from $8.30) and Nitro Caramel Macchiato (from $8.50). Beyond the beverages, the spacious, double-storey cafe is also beautiful, and full of nooks to catch up with friends or get work done. Also, if you’re travelling, swing by to get some exclusive Starbucks merch!
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Starbucks Reserve Coffee Bar is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.
Update: Elfuego is temporarily closed, and will be opening soon as stated on Jewel Changi’s website.
For refined dining that’s ultra-value-for-money, head down to Elfuego By Collin’s for their weekday set lunches. A two-course option starts at $34.90++ and comes with your choice of appetiser, including options such as Sakoshi Bay Oyster, and your pick of main course, from Pan-Seared Salmon to Honey Glazed Duck Breast. If you’d like to enjoy dessert too, then choose their three-course set instead, priced at $28.90++.
El Fuego is a halal-certified eatery.
Hong Kong’s famed roast meat franchise Kam’s Roast has a restaurant in Jewel Changi that’s great for family meals. Their menu stars a wide range of siu mei, from roasted duck, chicken, and pork, served whole, in platters, or atop rice. If you’re dining with a group, go all out and splurge on the Pipa Duck (from $45.80++), which is said to be crispier than Peking duck thanks to how the bird is splayed before roasting. The Iberico Char Siu ($34.80++) is another popular pick, for meltingly tender, fatty slices of Iberico pork, sweetened with char siew sauce.
Read our Kam’s Roast review.
Kam’s Roast is not a halal-certified eatery.
Enjoy halal Korean fried chicken and dishes at Jinjja Chicken. Try their double-fried Signature Jjinja Wings (from $8.90 for six pieces), with extra crispy skin, served in a sauce of your choice. Options are soy garlic, yangnyeom, the super spicy Monster sauce, and mixed for a combo of spicy and non-spicy bites. Jjinja Chicken also has rice and noodles, including their signature Jjamjja Myeon ($12.90), a two-in-one mix of jjampong and jjajangmyeon, or Beef Ramdon ($11.90), as inspired by the movie, Parasite.
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Jinjja Chicken is a halal-certified eatery.
If you love sauerkraut fish, you’ll want to pay a visit to Tai Er. The specialty restaurant is best known for their Suancai & Fish (from $49.90++), where tender white fish is slow-cooked in a piquant sauerkraut soup. Apart from the headliner, the Tai Er menu also has a number of equally tasty dishes, including Golden Flame Stir-Fried Beef ($23.90++), and Mapo Tofu (from $17.90++). Reservations are required to get a table.
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Tai Er is not a halal-certified eatery.
Pizzamaru is the world’s largest Korean pizza chain, with 650 outlets globally. They’re really popular for their thick pizzas with a dense, mochi-like dough made with glutinous and black rice. The Real Chicago ($34.90++) is a top-seller, as it comes with a generous dose of three cheeses, as well as beef pepperoni. Otherwise, try any of the pizzas from their Premium offerings, as these are all fusion flavours. The seafood-rich Korean Surf n Turf (from $27.90++) is touted as the best of both worlds, served with a creamy ranch sauce, as well as shrimp and beef cooked in a Korean marinade.
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Pizzamaru is not a halal-certified eatery.
Tim Ho Wan is a fuss-free pick for a quick dim sum fix. The Hong Kong restaurant chain offers a variety of steamed and fried dim sum dishes, rice and congee mains, as well as desserts. Ordering the Baked BBQ Pork Buns ($7.50++) is a must when dining at Tim Ho Wan—these remix the usual steamed char siew buns into fluffy baked buns, complete with a crumble top that’s similar to a polo bun.
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Tim Ho Wan is not a halal-certified eatery.
Put Song Fa Bak Kut Teh on your radar if you’re looking for an eatery in Jewel Changi to take your tourist friends to as an introduction to Singaporean cuisine. Arguably Singapore’s largest bak kut teh chain, Song Fa serves up comforting bowls of BKT with your pork cut of choice, best enjoyed with sides such as their preserved vegetables, braised eggs, and tau pok.
Read our Song Fa Bak Kut Teh review.
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Song Fa Bak Kut Teh is not a halal-certified eatery.
One of the OG Shake Shack outlets in Singapore is this Jewel Changi outlet. While this spot used to draw major queues when it was one of the few Shake Shacks on our island, the crowd has thankfully mellowed out, so you can enjoy their ShackBurger ($10.40) and more without the intense waiting time. They’ve got the outlet-exclusive Pandan Shake ($8.90) too, where vanilla custard is blended with pandan and coconut, then dressed with gula melaka crumble.
Read our Shake Shack review.
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Shake Shack is not a halal-certified eatery.
The Hainan Story Chapter Two is a multi-concept eatery that offers all the Hainanese dishes you know and love from the namesake eatery, as well as other local eats from brands such as Newspaper Curry Rice, 218 Hainanese Lor Mee, Ah Mai Kum Hainanese Chicken Rice Porridge Uncle Robert Western & BBQ, and Wee Nam Kee Chicken Rice. We recommend trying the Chapter 2 1980’s Hainanese Pork Cutlet coated with Potato Chips Crumbs ($19.80+) if you want a taste of old-school Western food remixed—this comes with a tender pork cutlet that is breaded in crushed potato chips and served with a sweet Hainanese BBQ sauce.
Read our The Hainan Story Jewel review.
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The Hainan Story is not a halal-certified eatery.
White Restaurant is the pioneer of a popular zi char dish sold in Singapore: seafood white beehoon. They’ve been serving up this dish since their early days as a humble hawker stall in 1999, and today, they’re a multi-outlet restaurant franchise with eateries around the island. White Restaurant is a great pick for a wallet-friendly fam meal, with most of their rice and noodle dishes priced under $20.
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White Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery.
You can now get matcha on tap in the East at Sugar Belly! The popular homegrown brand, most known for their mochi doughnuts sold at food festivals, has opened a kiosk at Jewel Changi. Choose from two matcha beverages on tap: Iced Matcha Latte ($6) and Iced Matcha Strawberry ($7). After ordering, you’ll get a cup filled with ice. Simply place it under the tap and the perfect amount of matcha latte will be dispensed automatically. Prepared with Niko Neko matcha powder, the drink is whisked in small batches for freshness.
They also have six doughnuts available, including a savoury Mala Cheese Ham ($6) flavour.
Read our Sugar Belly feature.
Address: 78 Airport Boulevard, #B2-256, Jewel Changi, Singapore 819666
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Sugar Belly is not a halal-certified eatery.
Bundt By The Backyard Bakers is now at Jewel Changi, bringing their delectable, chocolatey creations and pastries to the East. This outlet boasts a minimalist dark aesthetic, complemented by lush greenery and warm cove lights. A must-try here is the cafe’s signature Black Brownies (from $7.50), renowned for their tantalising crust and soft, molten centre. Other crowd-pleasers are their Black Brookies (from $7.40) and hot Valrhona Chocolate ($6.80).
Read our coverage of Bundt By The Backyard Bakers.
Unit number: #01-234
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Bundt By The Backyard Bakers is not a halal-certified eatery.
Seafood served on a “sampan” is pretty uncommon, and at Sampanman, you can get their XXL Fisherman Sampan ($238++), big enough to feed five to six people. It comes with 500g Boston lobster, 1.6kg Sri Lankan crab, 500g prawns, 500 clams, 500g mussels, six scallops, six mantou buns, and macaroni. You also get to choose from three sauces: Chilli Crab, Salted Egg, and Black Pepper Crab. If you’re dining in a smaller group, there’s a smaller Shellfish Sampan ($88++) for two diners. Alternatively, go for the Lobster Sampan ($128++) or XL Fisherman Sampan ($148++) for tables of three to four.
Read our Sampanman feature.
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Sampanman is a halal-certified eatery.
Birds of Paradise is beloved for their botanical gelato flavours, so head down for a post-meal sweet treat here the next time you’re in Jewel Changi Airport. If you’re new to Birds of Paradise, definitely try their White Chrysanthemum ($5.50), a delicate, floral delight that is perfumed with notes, or their Lychee Raspberry ($5.50), a juicy, fruity creation. Apart from scoops, they also sell pints to go.
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Birds of Paradise is not a halal-certified eatery.
For a healthier dessert fix in Jewel Changi, pay a visit to An Acai Affair. Their menu of acai and smoothie bowls is all organic, vegan, and refined sugar-free, so there’s something for everyone, even those with special dietary needs. Bowls start at $6.90 for their pre-designed flavours, or from $7.50 for DIY bowls.
Find out how An Acai Affair fared in our guide to the best acai bowls in Singapore!
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An Acai Affair is not a halal-certified eatery.
Michelin-starred Tsuta seeks to reinvent the ramen experience by using soba instead of the usual wheat flour ramen noodles in every bowl they serve up. This results in ramen that has more bite, as well as a unique earthiness. Try it for yourself in any of their ramen dishes, including The Original Truffle Shoyu Soba ($18.80++), which comes with the restaurant’s house-made, slow-simmered dashi. Apart from noods, they’ve also got rice bowls and other Japanese side dishes to please the crowd.
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Tsuta is not a halal-certified eatery.
Kantin is a highly rated restaurant at Jewel specialising in Bornean cuisine. They may be known for their pranks—see our edible dirty sponge cake and cat poop dessert features—but their savoury mains are said to be worth trying, too. Start with the Headhunter Pansuh Set ($32++), featuring slow-cooked chicken, purple rice, and three side dishes: paku AKA wild fern, bamboo shoots, and anchovies with pickled onions. Their Sarawak Laska ($18++) is another must-try, as well as the Rainforest Fried Rice ($18++): fried cassava leaves, shiitake mushrooms, cauliflower nuggets, and a generous portion of rice.
Read our Kantin review.
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Kantin is not a halal-certified eatery.
Popular Japanese family restaurant chain Royal Host recently set up shop at Jewel Changi, offering wallet-friendly Japanese-Western dishes. To start, get their “ROYAL” Onion Gratin Soup ($7.80++), made with caramelised onion, topped with a slice of toasted baguette and melted Gruyere cheese. For mains, you won’t go wrong with the Omelette Rice (from $26.80++), where pearl rice is blanketed by a creamy omelet, then drenched in sweet-savoury demiglace sauce and topped with bits of sauteed mushrooms.
Read our Royal Host review.
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Royal Host is not a halal-certified eatery.
Pasar malam favourite The Original Vadai is known for their uniquely Singaporean take on vadai. Here, the batter is made fluffier than you’d normally get in India, and the vadai rounds are deep-fried with toppings that range from their popular Prawn ($1.90) to the spicy Chilli ($1.50). The stall has been open since the 1980s and has kept its fanbase going strong since.
The Original Vadai is not a halal-certified eatery, but they are Muslim-friendly.
Paradise Classic is a go-to spot for delectable Chinese comfort dishes, offering popular favourites such as Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork ($16.80++) and Braised Big Prawn Hor Fun with Prawn Broth ($14.30++/$21.90++). Don’t miss their unique twist on an old-school classic: the Braised Silver Needle Noodle with Prawn and Salted Fish in Claypot ($14.30++/$21.90++). Comprising silky-smooth bee tai bak, robust gravy, and creamy eggs, this dish is one that won’t disappoint.
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Paradise Classic is not a halal-certified eatery.
Action City Cafe boasts a minimalist interior that provides an ideal backdrop for the colourful designer collectibles displayed throughout the space. The menu here focuses on light bites, offering a limited selection of cakes, pastries, and savoury sandwiches, complemented by signature beverages. If you’re here for brunch, consider getting the ActionCity Cafe Breakfast Bonanza ($27++), featuring a toasty croissant, scrambled eggs, chicken sausage, turkey bacon and more.
Read our Action City Cafe feature.
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Action City is not a halal-certified eatery.
Luckin Coffee‘s spacious Jewel cafe can accommodate approximately 50 people, and offers both indoor and alfresco-style seating options. On the menu, Luckin Coffee introduces two new ice-blended drinks: Peach Jasmine Exfreezo ($6.80) made with fresh peach juice and jasmine tea, and the Mango Jasmine Exfreezo ($6.80), crafted with mango juice.
For those with a sweet tooth, try their Oreo Cheese Cake ($6.40), a thick and creamy cheesecake slice loaded with Oreo chunks and cookie crumbs. Alternatively, the Chocolate Couverture Mousse Cake ($6.40) offers an indulgent treat with crunchy praline feuilletine and rich cocoa powder.
Check out our coverage of Luckin Coffee.
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Luckin Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.
Modern French-inspired bistro Poulet has set up shop at Jewel by the name of Poulet Bijou. Here, you can tuck into their Signature Roast Chicken with Mushroom Cream Sauce, priced from $17.90++. Other popular sauce options include Diane Sauce, which is a traditional brown sauce, and Black Pepper Sauce. If you’re not in the mood for chicken, check out their pasta dishes instead. There’s the Beef Oxtail Penne Paste ($18.90++), a hearty main comprising braised oxtail with a house-made tomato sauce.
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Poulet Bijou is a halal-certified eatery.
In addition to their signature entremets, Nesuto’s 30-seater cafe at Jewel Changi offers new desserts alongside a small selection of Japanese teas. We recommend their Matcha Chestnut ($13.90++) with Uji matcha chantilly cream and creamy chestnut mousse, and the new Whiskey Chocolate ($12.90++)—chocolate brownie with dark chocolate cremeux, topped with a layer of whisky-infused blonde chocolate. They’ve also got Chocolate Bon Bons, available in flavours such as Passionfruit & Hazelnut and Sesame Rum. A box of four goes for $16.50+.
Read our Nesuto Jewel review.
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Nesuto is not a halal-certified eatery.
Aburi-EN is most famous for their Premium Buta Don ($16.90++), AKA grilled chestnut pork loin on rice, but you can also find a wide variety of other rice bowls here too. The Aburi Mentaiko Kaisen Bara Chirashi ($19.90++) is a show-stopping main; coming with a generous serving of diced tuna, salmon, and swordfish and finished with a creamy mentaiko cheese sauce, ikura, caviar, and shredded tamago. Other grilled delights include the Mentaiko Roast Wagyu Don ($19.90++) and the Unagi Hitsumabushi ($28++), where a whole eel is placed atop the rice.
Read our Aburi-EN review.
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Aburi-EN is not a halal-certified eatery.
With over 100 options to choose from, this list is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the best Jewel Changi food options. We hope this guide has been useful for you to find the best restaurants at Jewel Changi.
For more Eastside places to dine at, check out our Old Airport Road food centre guide, and list of the best cafes in the East.
Address: 78 Airport Boulevard, Changi Airport, Singapore 819666
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours
Nearest MRT Station: Changi Airport