Best Chinese food brand openings in Singapore in 2026
Forget the flight. 2025 and 2026 have seen some of China’s hottest F&B brands land right here in Singapore, which means you can now satisfy your cravings whenever, without having to travel far. Whether you’re hunting for new places to check out or just curious about the hype, we’ve rounded up Singapore’s best new Chinese food brand openings in 2026, from sweet desserts to savoury meals. P.S. Some of the eateries opened in 2025!
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1. The Soup Expert
Shanghai-famous The Soup Expert is in Singapore with the “Number One Soup in a Pot”. The brand specialises in double-boiled broths, alongside poultry and seafood dishes. We had to try one of everything, starting with the Abalone Ginseng Soup ($14.90++): a clear, rich soup with whole abalone, pork loin chunks, chicken feet, ginseng, sliced ginger, and goji berries. As for poultry and seafood dishes, we recommend the Xian Mao Roast Chicken ($18.90++/ $36.90++), which features a perfect balance of sweet and savoury with a blend of over 10 spices. Finally, the Seafood Claypot Vermicelli ($13.90++) is a great seafood choice, comprising vermicelli tossed in XO sauce, paired with fresh shrimp, egg yolk, and soft cabbage.
Read The Soup Expert review.
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #03-315/316, Suntec City, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 9pm, Fri-Sun 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 9pm
Website
The Soup Expert is not halal-certified.
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2. Tomacado
Floral-themed cafe Tomacado, which has 13 outlets across major cities in mainland China, brings to Singapore a menu offering a tasty fusion of Western, Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian flavours. It’s all about clean eating here—the Tomacado Signature Honey Roasted Pumpkin Salad ($24++) came with a medley of ingredients and looked like a miniature garden, while we also enjoyed the clean flavours of the Tomacado Signature Roasted Chicken ($34++/$64++). Those with deeper pockets can opt for the MBS 6/7 Wagyu Steak ($89++), which comes with four condiments: herby tangy puree, black pepper sauce, Tomacado chilli powder, and sea salt.
Read our Tomocado feature.
Address: 290 Orchard Road, #01-22, Paragon Shopping Centre, Singapore 238859
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 10pm
Tel: 8226 0197
Website
Tomacado is not halal-certified.
3. Ban Lan
Ban Lan is a Michelin-approved Fujian restaurant that specialises in Hokkien dishes. Fun fact: the Orchard outpost marks the brand’s first expansion beyond China. We tried a bunch of dishes here, and our top three picks were the Tie Guan Yin Tea-Smoked Crispy Sesame Chicken (from $46++), Steamed Crab with Hokkien Glutinous Rice Cake (from $89++), and Fuzhou-style Crispy Pork Ribs Marinated in Hokkien Traditional Alcohol (from $29++). The first dish takes 13 hours to make—the chicken is marinated in a mix of spices, then blanched, air-dried, baked, and finally flash-fried. This gives the meat a crispy texture on the outside, while being juicy inside. In the crab dish, the creamy crab roe takes centre stage, especially when combined with the glutinous rice for the perfect bite.
Read our Ban Lan review.
Address: 6 Scotts Road, #02-01/02, Scotts Square, Singapore 228209
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
Website
Ban Lan is not halal-certified.
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4. Molly Tea
Molly Tea, a popular Chinese tea brand with over 2,000 outlets worldwide, has opened at Orchard Central! On the menu is the highly popular Premium Jasmine Milk Tea ($5.20), prepared with a seven-step scenting process to infuse the fragrance of Guanxi jasmine flowers into the drink. We also enjoyed the Snowy Jasmine ($6.50), topped with a foamy Jasmine Whipped Cream that went well with the rich milk tea. Alternatively, for something more refreshing, order the Premium Jasmine Apple Milk Tea ($5.90), starring high-mountain Guangxi tea with fresh apple juice.
Read our Molly Tea review.
Address: 181 Orchard Road, #01-17A, Orchard Central, Singapore 238896
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10:30pm
Website
Molly Tea is not halal-certified.
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5. Xiao Noodles
Image credit: yusen nie via Google Maps
Newly opened in Somerset, Xiao Noodles is where to go for numbingly spicy Chongqing noodles. The must-try here is Red Bowl Noodles ($7.90), which is essentially dry mala noodles with a special house-made meat sauce topped with peas. There are also soup variations, best experienced in the Braised Beef Noodle Soup with Pickled Mustard ($9.90) and Chongqing Mala Noodle Soup ($5.90). If you can’t take spice, fret not—there are plenty of non-spicy options to choose from, such as the sweet-tangy Tomato Noodle Soup with Beef Roll ($8.80) and clear yet robust Shrimp Wonton in Broth ($8.90).
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #B3-37/38, 313@Somerset, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6298 4256
Xiao Noodles is not halal-certified.
6. Yogurt Planet
You can find Yogurt Planet, a popular dessert brand with over 300 outlets in China, at Millenia Walk. Try their famed stretchy yoghurt, available in five flavours: Original, Black Five Grains, Strawberry, Emerald, and Sea Coconut. Prices vary depending on your preferred bowl size; it’s $6.60 for Small, $8.90 for Medium, and $10.80 for Large. Don’t forget to make full use of their free-flow toppings stations for the ultimate bowl. Choose from a range of ingredients, including fresh dragonfruit, haw flakes, flavoured sago balls, mini cookies and more.
Read our Yogurt Planet feature.
Address: 9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-105, Millenia Walk, Singapore 039596
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
Website
Yogurt Planet is not halal-certified.
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7. Pull Tab Coffee
The opening of China’s Pull Tab Coffee at The Metropolis made waves among coffee lovers with its signature Aerofoam drinks, which are essentially freeze-dried coffee hand-whipped into a light, cloud-like foam. If you’re curious how it tastes, get a cup of their Iced Classic Aerofoam Coffee (from $5.80+) or Banana Aerofoam Coffee ($7.80+). They also serve local eats such as Kaya Butter Toast ($2.80+), which comes with generous chunks of butter and sweet kaya jam! For something more decadent, order the Chocolate Kaya Butter Toast ($3.80+), which adds a hazelnut spread to the mix.
Read our Pull Tab Coffee feature.
Website | Full list of outlets
Pull Tab Coffee is not halal-certified.
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8. Moe Moe’ Soft Souffle
Known in China for their soft souffle pancakes, Moe Moe’ Soft Souffle at 111 Somerset offers stacks of fluffy goodness filled with their special house-made whipped cream. First-timers can try their original Hokkaido Milk ($5.90) or go with the gorgeous Sakura Hokkaido Milk ($6.90), featuring strawberry cream. If you feel like spoiling yourself, add on some ice cream, such as the Hokkaido Milk Ice Cream ($6.90) and Matcha Ice Cream ($6.90).
Read our Moe Moe’ Soft Souffle feature.
Address: 111 Somerset Road, #01-41, 111 Somerset, Singapore 238164
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10am to 8:30pm, Sun 11am to 8:30pm
Tel: 9488 7058
Moe Moe’ Soft Souffle is not halal-certified.
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9. Bao’s Pastry
Bao Pastry at Paya Lebar Square’s Scarlett Supermarket marks the first outlet of this popular bakery in Singapore. Here, you can get their renowned Xiao Bei Crispy Seaweed Floss Cake ($3.60 for two), a pillowy chiffon-esque bun loaded with a sweet cream core. Their Croissant Egg Tart ($2.90) is another fan favourite, starring a flaky pastry and caramel sauce topping. Alternatively, get their Oozing Lava Cheese Tart ($3.60) for the best of both creamy and cheesy worlds.
Read our Bao’s Pastry feature.
Address: 60 Paya Lebar Road, #B1-05, Paya Lebar Square, Singapore 409051
Opening hours: Daily 9:30am to 9:30pm
Website
Bao’s Pastry is not halal-certified.
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10. Keming Bing Sat
Keming Bing Sat takes its char siew very seriously, as you can tell from its “No. 1 Best-Selling Char Siew Rice in China” title. When you visit this famous cha chaan teng, it’s a must to try their Char Siew Rice ($10.90++); expect thick cuts of glistening char siew paired with kai lan and sunny-side-up eggs over Wuchang rice. Jio a friend and share the Hong Kong-style Snack Platter ($8.80++) too, comprising curry fishballs, chicken wing tips, chee cheong fun in savoury peanut sauce, and ngoh hiang doused with Thai chili sauce. Thereafter, wash your meal down with their adorable ice bear drinks such as the Dreamy Blue Bear Soda ($5.90++) and Pink Bear Soda ($5.90++). These refreshing quenchers are served with cute bear-shaped ice cubes.
Read our Keming Bing Sat review.
Plaza Singapura outlet
Address: 68 Orchard Road, #B2-01, Plaza Singapura, Singapore 238839
Opening hours: Fri-Mon 10am to 10pm, Tue, Thurs 10am to 9pm
Funan outlet
Address: North Bridge Road, #B1-29, Funan Mall, Singapore
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Website
Keming Bing Sat is not halal-certified.
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11. Xiao Yu Hao
With over 800 outlets in China, Xiao Yu Hao has built a following for its tasty single-portion bowls of suan cai yu. For the uninitiated, suan cai yu is typically shared in pairs or groups, which explains why the single-portion concept attracted many diners. Opened at Collyer Quay Centre in early June 2025, you can try their best-selling Sauerkraut Black Fish in Golden Broth ($12.90). Alternatively, get their Marbled Beef in Sichuan Spicy Broth ($16.20), which had a rich, punchy soup base that we loved. Prices here are nett too, so don’t worry about GST or service charge.
Read our Xiao Yu Hao feature.
Address: 16 Collyer Quay, #01-10, Collyer Quay Centre, Singapore 049318
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 8pm, Sat 11am to 3pm
Website
Xiao Yu Hao is not halal-certified eatery.
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12. Nai Nai Flavor
Image credit: @nainaiflavor
Nai Nai Flavor is a popular Chinese restaurant chain with multiple locations across Hangzhou. Good news: The brand has made its debut beyond its home city, bringing a unique taste of Jiangnan cuisine to i12 Katong! The menu is packed with regional dishes that aren’t commonly found in Singapore, so it can be hard to decide what to order. A good place to start is Grandma’s Secret Dish (from $16.80++), a hearty chicken and pork soup that’s simmered for up to eight hours for a rich and full-bodied flavour. Another standout is the Spicy Pan-Fried Bun with Tofu ($12.80++). Inspired by sheng jian bao, these buns are stuffed with tofu in a mapo-style sauce, then pan-fried until the base turns crisp and golden.
Read our Nai Nai Flavor feature.
Address: 112 East Coast Road, #02-13/14-#02-26/27, Singapore 428802
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
Website
Nai Nai Flavor is not halal-certified.
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13. Xita Lao Tai Tai
Holding the title of China’s number one BBQ chain, Xita Lao Tai Tai at Bugis+ is a must-visit for a legit BBQ experience. This restaurant boasts a large selection of 28 specially marinated meats, all charcoal-grilled over a claypot stove. Top picks include the melt-in-your-mouth tender Special Marinated Beef Rib Finger Roll ($32.90++ for 140g) in a sweet-savoury glaze and the thick-cut Flagship Featherblade Steak ($36.90++ for 170g). Make sure to dip your meats in their Signature Sesame Sauce, a house-made blend that’s famous in China. Better yet, a visit here includes complimentary access to free-flow banchan, including kimchi, mashed potatoes, tofu skin and more.
Read our Xita Lao Tai Tai review.
Address: 201 Victoria Street, #04-06, Bugis+, Singapore 188067
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Website
Xita Lao Tai Tai is not halal-certified.
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14. LONGJING
If there’s one thing you must know about LONGJING at Suntec City, it’s that the popular restaurant is touted to be China’s “No.1 Zhejiang Cuisine Brand in 2024”. Here, you can indulge in a spread of Hangzhou dishes, such as the Steamed Yellow Croaker ($29.80++). You can choose between a traditional Chopped Chilli Sauce or Chicken Sauce; we went for the latter as we wanted something more savoury. We also recommend the Minced Pork Pancake ($18.80++): crepe rolls loaded with thick slices of siew yoke, fried tofu skin, fresh cucumber, and scallions, finished with a sweet-savoury bean sauce. End your meal on a sweet note with the stunning Ice Cream Leifeng Pagoda ($4.80++), a milk jellied pudding that resembles Hangzhou’s iconic Leifeng Pagoda, alongside a flower-shaped jelly.
Read our LONGJING review.
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-384, Suntec City, Singapore 38983
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 10pm
Website
LONGJING is not halal-certified.
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15. 5:59+ Cafe and Bistro
If cuddly pandas are right up your alley, don’t skip 5:59+ Cafe and Bistro, a popular panda-themed cafe from Chengdu that opened in 313@Somerset! You’ll find adorable drinks that come with panda gummies, alongside a menu that blends Sichuan flavours with Western cuisine.
As mala fans, we had to order the Mala Hot Pot Pizza ($27++), which tasted exactly like what we Singaporeans are so familiar with. They even have the Old Chengdu Mala Coffee ($9.80++), which came with a cute panda gummy. The beverage was spiced generously with dried chilli, star anise and more. Don’t forget to try the Sichuan Pepper Steak ($39++) too, featuring tender Angus sirloin with spicy Sichuan pepper bits for a fiery kick.
Read our 5:59+ Cafe and Bistro feature.
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #01-28, 313@Somerset, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: Fri-Sat 10:30am to 11pm, Sun-Thurs 11:30am to 10pm
Website
5:59+ Cafe and Bistro is not a halal-certified eatery.
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16. Yi Man Fen Dessert
Traditional Chinese dessert brand Yi Man Fen has over 90 outlets across 14 major cities in China, and now you can enjoy their handcrafted desserts and beverages at their first overseas outlet at 313@somerset! The Mango Pomelo Sago ($7.60) was a refreshing take on the timeless classic, featuring an uber-creamy mango milkshake, loaded with fresh chunks of mango, pomelo, and chewy sago pearls. We also loved the Silken Soya Pudding Grand Bowl ($6.80): ultra-tender and silky soya pudding and a medley of handmade toppings. They have a bunch of unique drinks, too, ranging from the theatrical Dubai Chocolate with Squeezy Cocoa ($8.80) to the Thai Milk Tea & Soya Pudding ($6.80).
Read our Yi Man Fen feature.
Address: 313 Orchard Road, 313@somerset, #02-50 & #02-K4, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 10:30pm
Website
Yi Man Fen Dessert is not halal-certified.
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17. LINKUS
Image credit: LINKUS
LINKUS, an award-winning restaurant from Fujian, China, has opened two outlets in the span of this year, greeted with long queues and a slew of positive reviews. On the menu are classic Minnan and Hokkien dishes such as the Authentic Fujian Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, which features all the heavy-hitters including abalone, sea cucumber and more. Must-order dishes include the Quanzhou Wrapped Pork and Radish Rice (From $22.90++) and Xiamen Soy Sauce Braised Seafood (from $42.90++). Other dishes that pay tribute to the rich food culture of Fujian include the Quanzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Beef Soup, Minnan Nourishing Sea Eel Soup, Xiamen Classic Satay Hotpot Served with Doughsticks and more.
Read our LINKUS feature.
Address: 391 Orchard Road, #04-22, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Singapore 238872
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Tel: 8972 7999
Website
LINKUS is not halal-certified.
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18. PangPang
PangPang at Guoco Midtown II originates from Haiyan, Zhejiang, and is known for its one-pot meat and seafood casseroles. The Signature Crab Pot ($78+) is the bestseller—two big crabs stir-fried with spices and chilli oil, with optional add-ons such as chicken feet ($8.80+), rice cakes ($3.80+), prawns ($9.90+) and more. Diners have praised the quality of the crabs, as well as their rich broth that combines seafood goodness with a spicy kick. Order some appetisers to go along, ranging from classic Sichuan small bites such as the spicy Braised Pork Intestine Bowl ($15.80+) to fusion options including Fried Mochi Fritters ($8.80+).
Read our PangPang feature.
Address: 20 Tan Quee Lan Street, #01-13/14/15/16, Guoco Midtown II, Singapore 188107
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 8084 9068
Website
PangPang is not halal-certified.
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19. Yang’s Dumplings
Image credit: Pham Le Phu via Google Maps
Yang’s Dumplings, a China-famous chain known for its sheng jian bao, has opened at Bugis Junction. Founded in 1994, the brand traces its roots to 1947, when founder Yang Lipeng started selling pan-fried buns from a small stall on Wujiang Road. Today, it has grown into a widely recognised chain with numerous outlets in Shanghai and across China.
Expect a similar lineup to its overseas outlets, including pan-fried buns, xiao long bao, wontons, noodles, and soups. Prices are typically affordable, with four sheng jian bao going for just $7.90.
Read our Yang’s Dumplings feature.
Address: 200 Victoria Street, #B1-K1/K2, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
Website
Yang’s Dumplings is not halal-certified.
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20. More Yogurt
Adding to the buzz is the recent opening of More Yogurt’s first Singapore outlet at Suntec City. Known as China’s largest yoghurt drink chain, the brand specialises in health-forward shakes and desserts made with naturally fermented yoghurt and fresh fruits. The menu spans categories such as avocado shakes, fruit blends, and yoghurt bowls, all featuring probiotic-rich yoghurt.
Its best-seller, the Almond Avocado Yogurt Shake ($8.90), is a must-try; we enjoyed the thick and creamy shake, which came with crunchy almond chunks layered within. The Singapore-exclusive Pandan Cendol Yogurt Shake ($6.90) is another highlight, loaded with sweet mango and chewy nata de coco at the bottom.
Check out our More Yogurt feature.
Address: 3 Temasek Blvd, #02-600, Suntec City, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 10pm
Website
More Yogurt is not halal-certified.
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Guide to famous new Chinese food brands in Singapore
From mala hotpot to pork floss cakes, these are Singapore’s best F&B brand openings from China in 2025 and 2026. The next time you’re looking to try something new, consider visiting these popular spots.
Check out our Facebook video for our feature of these locations.
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