Marina Square food guide
If you’re looking for food around City Hall, Esplanade, and Promenade, find your way to Marina Square. Doubling as both a shopping centre and an air-conditioned refuge for hungry shoppers, many may already be well aware of the vast amount of choices available here. But with so many options, we are often fumbling to make a decision. Hopefully, this list can help narrow down your picks.
Here we offer some Marina Square food options from a Japanese BBQ buffet to a halal pancake restaurant that are worth a try!
Table of Contents
- Marina Square food guide
- 1. Tenkaichi Japanese BBQ
- 2. Beyond Pancakes
- 3. PUTIEN
- 4. Kenny Rogers Roasters
- 5. Hong Kong Zhai Dim Sum Restaurant
- 6. Kanada-ya
- 7. Suki-Ya
- 8. Astons Steak & Salad
- 9. Keitaku Mazesoba Marina Square
- 10. Sukiya Gyudon
- 11. Coco Veggie Nyonya Cuisine
- 12. Haidilao Hot Pot
- 13. Orange & Teal
- 14. Oh My Cow
- 15. BHC Chicken
- 16. Nasty Bakehouse
- 17. Rolling Rice
- 18. Sushi-GO
- What to eat at Marina Square
1. Tenkaichi Japanese BBQ
Tenkaichi Japanese BBQ is a value-for-money Japanese buffet restaurant, with the cheapest Standard Buffet option starting at $21.90++ per adult for weekday lunch and $32++ for weekday dinner. For the price, you get free-flow meats to enjoy as shabu shabu or barbecue, and a small range of Japanese side dishes. If you’re willing to splurge a little, though, we suggest the Deluxe Buffet, which gets you free-flow meats, including Wagyu Shubau Shabu, and a wide range of sashimi, from just $49.90++ per adult for weekday lunch. As a bonus, dining here means you enjoy panoramic views of the Marina Bay area as you feast.
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Tenkaichi is not a halal-certified eatery.
2. Beyond Pancakes
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Beyond Pancakes is a halal-certified cafe. As you can guess from their name, pancakes are their main feature. That being said, they also offer dishes that will interest those who prefer something else, from pastas to galettes.
Pancakes here come in different styles. Pick from fluffy American flapjacks, thin, crepe-like Dutch pannekoek, to regular buttermilk pancakes. Sweet and savoury options are both available.
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Beyond Pancakes is not a halal-certified eatery.
3. PUTIEN
PUTIEN has been dishing out Fujian home-style food in Singapore for nearly two decades now. Decked out in their signature tiffany blue walls and wooden furnishing, the branch at Marina Square is a safe and solid choice for family meals.Â
Their signatures include Fujian Red Mushroom Seafood Lor Mee (from $18.80++) and 100-Second Stewed Yellow Croaker ($16++ per person), where a croaker fish is steamed in precisely 100 seconds, resulting in sweet, delicate flesh.Â
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PUTIEN is not a halal-certified eatery.
4. Kenny Rogers Roasters
Halal-certified Kenny Rogers Roasters offers Southern-style rotisserie chicken and sides at affordable prices. A quarter-chicken meal costs $14.90++, and comes with your choice of two sides, as well as a house-made muffin.
Apart from their classic roast chicken fare, Kenny Rogers has also new local menu items. These include their OMG Fried Chicken ($15.90++), which is prepared with less oil, and nasi lemak with rotisserie or fried chicken, priced from $9.90++.
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Kenny Rogers Marina Square is a halal-certified eatery.
5. Hong Kong Zhai Dim Sum Restaurant
Hong Kong Zhai is best known as a frozen dim sum supplier, having been around since 1988. Their Marina Square outlet is their third dine-in concept in Singapore, and specialises in an array of affordable cha chaan teng dishes, as well as dim sum. Prices here are nett too.
Dim sum items are largely priced under $5, and you have HK classics like the Polo Bun ($2.80) and thick French Toast ($3.80) to munch on. For mains, expect a simple selection of rice and noodle dishes, including HK Wanton Noodles ($7.50), served with juicy shrimp dumplings.
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Hong Kong Zhai is not a halal-certified eatery.
6. Kanada-ya
Kanada-ya is an award-winning ramen restaurant that hails from Fukuoka in Japan. While not immensely famous on their native turf, the Kanada-ya name skyrocketed to popularity with their London openings, before expanding to Singapore.
The ramen here is known for its slow-cooked tonkotsu broth that is thick, and almost creamy in consistency. The Truffle Ramen (from $22.90++) is a bestseller. Not only is the broth laced with truffle oil, but the pork belly is also marinated with truffle. Otherwise, their fragrant Black Garlic Ramen (from $16.90++) is another crowd fave.
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Kanada-ya is not a halal-certified eatery.
7. Suki-Ya
Suki-ya offers sukiyaki and shabu shabu Japanese hotpot buffets. Prices start at $22.90++ per adult for weekday lunch, where one gets an hour of all-you-can-eat hotpot. Dinner is priced at $27.90++ per adult instead, for the same duration. There is also a $3++ surcharge on the buffet fee from Friday to Sunday.
Start off by choosing your broth from a selection of Japanese-style soups, from classic sukiyaki to Tonyu miso. Then, order off a selection of quality meats, such as beef cube rolls, and short plate. Vegetables are free-flow too, and you can DIY your own dipping sauces!
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Suki-ya is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Astons Steak & Salad
Another place for value-for-money Western food in Marina Square is Astons Steak & Salad. The eatery has over 60 different dishes that don’t break the bank, including premium sirloin steaks for just $29.90, inclusive of two sides.
If you’re looking to save further, Astons typically has lunch promotions on weekdays that run from 11:30am to 2:30pm. These deals entitle you to a main dish, access to the salad buffet, free-flow soft drink and ice cream.
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Astons Marina Square is not a halal-certified eatery.
9. Keitaku Mazesoba Marina Square
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Keitaku Mazesoba levels up your usual mazesoba offerings with their selection of unique dry ramen dishes and toppings. While traditional mazesoba is offered here, we suggest going big and trying one of their funkier signatures, including the Cheese & Curry Sauce with Charsiew Mazesoba ($17.90++), where you get to toss your ramen noodles in a mildly spicy curry and melty cheese.Â
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Keitaku Mazesoba is not a halal-certified eatery.
10. Sukiya Gyudon
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Japan’s number one gyudon chain, Sukiya, has taken Singapore by storm since it has opened. There are outlets across the city, including one at Marina Square, making their cheap beef donburi dishes all the more accessible. Head down to enjoy a bowl of Gyudon for just $4.90 for the small bowl, or try out their other popular menu items, from the Triple Cheese Gyudon ($6.50) to their Beef Yakiniku Bowl ($6.90). If you or someone you’re dining with doesn’t eat beef, fret not, as they do have chicken and unagi offerings too.
Unit number: #02-138A
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Sukiya is not a halal-certified eatery.
11. Coco Veggie Nyonya Cuisine
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If you’re looking for vegetarian or vegan food in Marina Square, head on over to Coco Veggie Nyonya Cuisine. Like their name suggests, the restaurant serves up plant-based versions of all your beloved Nyonya dishes. These include the Baked Nyonya Veggie Fish ($21.90++), dressed in a tangy sambal, and the Nyonya Lemongrass Veggie Chicken ($15.90++), fried in a fragrant rempah.
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Coco Veggie Nyonya Cuisine is not a halal-certified eatery.
12. Haidilao Hot Pot
If you’re craving hotpot, then Hadilao at Marina Square is where it’s at. You’ll find all the soup bases you know and love here, from their iconic spicy mala soup to their tangy tomato broth. Pore through their impressive menu of ingredients to order, from meats to premium fresh seafood, offal and house-made fish and shrimp pastes. What’s more, they close at 6am, so this restaurant is a fantastic option for a late-night supper!
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Haidilao is not a halal-certified eatery.
13. Orange & Teal
Orange & Teal is a cafe run by local politician, Chee Soon Juan. They have an outlet in Rochester Mall, but they’ve since expanded to a second cafe in Marina Square. The cafe has a cosy vibe that’s great for hanging out with your fam or friends, or for a solo date! On the food front, you can expect a line-up of classic cafe dishes, from burgers to pizzas, and mains, most of which are priced under $30. The Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken ($17.80++) is a popular pick, served with roasted seasonal vegetables. Otherwise, go for the Wagyu ($21.80++) burger. For the price, you get a 200g Wagyu patty, so it’s quite the bang for your buck!
Read our Orange & Teal review.
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Orange & Teal is not a halal-certified eatery.
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14. Oh My Cow
Those looking for dessert in Marina Square can pay a visit to Oh My Cow, an ice cream cafe with unique locally inspired sweet treats. A single scoop is priced at $4.90 here, and there’s always a little under 20 flavours to choose from. While they’ve got your classic vanilla, chocolate, speculoos and the like, we suggest zoning in on their Soya Bean & Dough Fritters ice cream, which tastes just like tau huey! Pair that with one of their pastries, or have it with your Love Letter Waffle Set ($16), which comes with an additional scoop, and a fluffy waffle that tastes like the classic CNY snack.
Read our Oh My Cow feature.
Oh My Cow is not a halal-certified eatery.
15. BHC Chicken
Korea’s famous fried chicken chain, BHC Chicken, first landed at Marina Square. Despite now having several outlets islandwide, their flagship is still going strong, with a steady stream of customers swinging by for their Korean food fix. The Bburinkle Chicken, priced from $28.90++, is their most popular item, starring fried pieces of chicken coated in a savoury seasoning powder, and served with a creamy dip. Aside from their signature, they also have a selection of sides and Korean mains to pair with your chicken, from Pork Kimchi Stew ($16.90++) to Kimchi Fried Rice ($9.90++).
Read our BHC Chicken review.
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BHC Chicken is not a halal-certified eatery.
16. Nasty Bakehouse
Nasty Bakehouse is another must-visit spot for desserts or pastries in Marina Square. Founded by the folks behind Nasty Cookie, this cafe serves the brand’s signature chunky cookies, as well as a line-up of unique viennoiseries, tarts, cakes, and milkshakes. Their Durian Crescent ($6.80) is a popular pick amongst durian lovers, as it comes packed with creamy durian puree. Another locally-inspired pastry to try here is the Kaya Toast ($5.40), which sees pandan kaya layered between buttery pastry.
Read our Nasty Bakehouse review.
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Nasty Bakehouse is a halal-certified eatery.
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17. Rolling Rice
Rolling Rice is a homely restaurant that specialises in Korean food, including gimbap. Run by Korean natives, the restaurant is best known for the 10 different flavours of gimbap they offer on the menu, priced from $6.90+ for the Vegetable Roll. If gimbap isn’t your cup of tea, don’t write off Rolling Rice just yet, as they also have a selection of tasty Korean mains, mostly priced under $15+!
Read our Rolling Rice review.
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Rolling Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
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18. Sushi-GO
Sushi-GO is renowned for their cheap sushi and wide variety, and their Marina Square outlet is no exception. There are over 150 items on the menu here, including a handful of outlet exclusives. Most of the items are priced under $10, with quite the selection of sushi starting at just $2.50! Aside from your usual nigiri, maki rolls, and gunkan sushi, diners can expect donburi too, including a selection of petite chirashi bowls that come topped with fresh, raw seafood.
Read our Sushi-GO review.
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Sushi-GO is not a halal-certified eatery.
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What to eat at Marina Square
Marina Square is easily accessible from City Hall, Esplanade and Promenade MRT Stations. Home to a wide variety of retail and lifestyle outlets, the mall lets you do plenty of post-meal shopping too!
For more eats in the area, check out our CHJIMES food guide, and Suntec food guide!
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