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Tanjong Pagar Food Guide: 20 Places For Michelin-Approved Pizza, Korean Knife-Cut Noodles And More

11th June 2026

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Tanjong Pagar food guide

Tanjong Pagar is definitely an area where you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to food. Think CBD locale houses cafes and restaurants, spanning Asian cuisines to desserts. Here’s a list of the best Tanjong Pagar food places to visit if you’re around the area.

If you’ve been feeling the pinch, we’ve also got a guide to the best affordable lunch sets in the CBD from $18++ per person.

Best Tanjong Pagar food spots, in a nutshell:

Best cafe in Tanjong Pagar: Fortuna Terrazza – Italian brunch cafe by popular pizzeria
Best affordable restaurant in Tanjong Pagar: Hamburg Steak Keisuke – Hamburg steaks with free-flow salad bar
Affordable dinner spot in Tanjong Pagar: Papi’s Tacos – Legit Mexican food by a native chef
For supper cravings in the CBD: Hansik Dining Collective – 24/7 Korean restaurant with six concepts

Table of Contents

Tanjong Pagar food guide
- - Best Tanjong Pagar food spots, in a nutshell:
Occasion restaurants
Casual eateries
Brunch cafes
Dessert cafes
Where to eat in Tanjong Pagar

Occasion restaurants

1. Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) – Michelin-approved Tokyo pizzeria

What is Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST)? Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) regularly makes it to the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand and 100 Top Pizzas in the World lists, so you know there’s something different about the pizzas here. The pizzeria is known for its 12-inch Neapolitan-style pies, baked with a unique dough that combines premium Canadian and American flour.

We recommend the classic Tamaki ($31++), starring a thin base and puffy crust with charred edges, topped with juicy, tangy-sweet Datterini tomatoes and fresh basil. Our favourite part was the underside of each slice that came seasoned with Okinawan salt. We also loved the Arrabbiata ($32++), featuring njuda, AKA a spicy spreadable pork sausage, sweet and nutty Amori garlic, black pepper, and slow-dried chilli flakes. For dessert, don’t miss out on their House-Made Tiramisu ($16++), a classic treat starring silky mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa powder.

Read our Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) review.

Expect to pay: $25-$50++ per person

What to order: Tamaki ($31++), Arrabbiata ($32++), House-Made Tiramisu ($16++)

Address: 38 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088461
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 3:30pm, 5pm to 10pm
Tel: 8072 9512
Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) Website
Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) is not halal-certified.

2. Chef Lam’s Sichuan Cuisine – Award-winning Sichuan restaurant

What is Chef Lam’s Sichuan Cuisine? Another award-winning restaurant in Tanjong Pagar is Chef Lam’s Sichuan Cuisine. The Chengdu-born brand has built a strong reputation for its legit Sichuan fare, drawing long queues back home and earning a loyal fanbase for its bold, flavour-packed creations. FYI, this outlet at Guoco Tower marks the brand’s first overseas venture!

One of the restaurant’s most popular dishes is the Gold Medal Kung Pao Chicken ($16.80++), which we loved for its distinct smoky aroma and underlying sweetness. For those visiting in a group, Dongpo’s Golden Soup with Pickled Fish ($29.90++) is an ideal sharing dish served in a huge pot. You get melt-in-your-mouth fish slices submerged in a tangy-spicy broth with a strong suan cai flavour. Otherwise, go for the Chengdu Cold Noodles with Shredded Chicken ($9.90++), which comes slathered in a numbing sauce with garlic, vinegar, cucumber, shredded chicken, and their house-made chilli oil.

Read our Chef Lam’s Sichuan Cuisine review.

Expect to pay: $20-$40++ per person

What to order: Gold Medal Kung Pao Chicken ($16.80++), Dongpo’s Golden Soup with Pickled Fish ($29.90++), Chengdu Cold Noodles with Shredded Chicken ($9.90++)

Address: 5 Wallich Street, #01-13, Guoco Tower, Singapore 078883
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm
Chef Lam’s Sichuan Cuisine Website
Chef Lam’s Sichuan Cuisine is not halal-certified.

3. Seoul Noodle Shop – Fresh knife-cut noodles by a famous Korean chef

What is Seoul Noodle Shop? Situated right along Tanjong Pagar Road, Seoul Noodle Shop is helmed by the famous Korean chef and television personality Lee Won Il. Here you’ll find a delicious range of Korean knife-cut noodles, all made fresh daily.

The noodle specialty restaurant is known for their Half Chicken Noodles ($18.50++), where a huge bowl of knife-cut noodles comes with a rich and milky broth, topped with half a chicken, green onions, and omelette slices. You also get a side of cubed radish kimchi, yellow pickled radish, and barley rice on the side! If you’d like something heartier, get the Pork Bone Spicy Noodles ($20.50++), which stars a nutty, perilla leaf-forward broth topped with pork bone. We found the noodles perfectly springy and chewy, soaking up the delicious broth well. Wash everything down with the Makgeolli Ade ($20++), an addictive alcoholic drink blending creamy and lightly sweet Korean rice wine with soda.

Check out our Seoul Noodle Shop review.

Expect to pay: $16-$30 per person

What to order: Half Chicken Noodles ($18.50++), Pork Bone Spicy Noodles ($20.50++), Makgeolli Ade ($20++)

Address: 99 Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore 088520
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 10pm
Seoul Noodle Shop is not halal-certified.

4. Hamburg Steak Keisuke – Hamburg steaks with free-flow salad bar

What is Hamburg Steak Keisuke? Hamburg Steak Keisuke is one of the many Chef Keisuke’s restaurants in Singapore that sell tasty Japanese fare around the Tanjong Pagar locale. Here, you’ll find a delicious menu of beef hamburg steaks, all flambed right in front of you. Better yet, each set ordered comes with complimentary access to their free-flow salad bar and egg buffet!

The highlight of their menu is the signature Keisuke Prime Beef Hamburg Steak Set ($22.90++) and Triple Cheese Prime Hamburg Steak Set ($24.90++), the latter of which stuffs the meaty and smoky patty with melty cheese. Both sets also come with fried tofu, crispy tempura, tofu with spring onions, and a sauce of your choice: Soya Keisuke Original, Teriyaki Mayonnaise, Demiglas, or Oroshi Ponzu, AKA grated radish with citrus soya and vinegar. For a richer taste, you can get their Tomato Sukiyaki Hamburg Claypot Set ($23.90++)—hamburger steak soaked in a spicy-tangy tomato stew.

Expect to pay: $20-$30++ per person

What to order: Keisuke Prime Beef Hamburg Steak Set ($22.90++), Triple Cheese Prime Hamburg Steak Set ($24.90++), Tomato Sukiyaki Hamburg Claypot Set ($23.90++)

Address: 72 Peck Seah Street, Singapore 079329
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm
Tel: 6908 4348
Hamburg Steak Keisuke Website
Hamburg Steak Keisuke is not halal-certified.

5. Hansik Dining Collective – 24/7 Korean restaurant with six concepts

What is Hansik Dining Collective? If you’re craving some great supper food, check out Hansik Dining Collective on Tras Street. This 24-hour eatery has six brands under one roof: The GoGi Jip, Halmae Gukbab, and Hanyang Bulgogi on level one, as well as Kko Kko Na Ra, ChungSa ChoRong, and My Patio on level two.

A standout here is GoGi Jip’s whole Ganjang Gejang ($85++), AKA fresh, succulent soy-marinated raw crab with rich, creamy roe. There’s also the Hanyang Bulgogi Jungol ($42++), a hotpot with marinated barbecued beef, veggies, and chewy glass noodles in a savoury broth that’s cooked table-side. Fans of Korean fried chicken should head straight to the second floor for Kko Kko Na Ra’s Ma Neul Gan Jang ($25++ for eight pieces, $45++ for 16 pieces), AKA garlic soy chicken. We loved this dish for the crispy batter, juicy meat, and flavourful sauce made with hand-crushed garlic and a secret blend of 41 other ingredients imported from Korea.

Check out our Hansik Dining Collective review.

Expect to pay: $20-$50++ per person

What to order: Ganjang Gejang ($85++), Hanyang Bulgogi Jungol ($42++), Ma Neul Gan Jang ($25++ for eight pieces, $45++ for 16 pieces)

Address: 33 Tras Street, Singapore 078973
Opening hours: 24 hours
Tel: 6224 0667
Hansik Dining Collective Website
Hansik Dining Collective is not halal-certified.

6. Papi’s Tacos – Legit Mexican food by a native chef

What is Papi’s Tacos? Head to Papi’s Tacos to get your Mexican food cravings fixed. Helmed by Executive Chef Mauricio Espinoza, a native of Tlaxcala, Mexico, the eatery serves up legit Mexican fare, including quesadillas, tacos, and burritos. Better yet, they open till late, making it great spot for dinner or supper.

To share, try Papi’s Nachos ($23++), consisting of fried tortilla chips, sour cream, house-made nacho cheese sauce, black beans, pico de gallo, and guacamole. For mains, try the Tacos De Cochinita Pibil ($17++), featuring house-smoked pork belly, pickled onions, coriander, spicy guajillo pepper salsa and more. But if you’ve got a big appetite, we recommend getting the El Gringo ($18++) instead: a hefty burrito stuffed fillingly with smoky grilled marinated chicken, Mexican rice, beans, cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, chipotle salsa, and greens.

Expect to pay: $15-$30++ per person

What to order: Papi’s Nachos ($23++), Tacos De Cochinita Pibil ($17++), El Gringo ($18++)

Address: 33 Tanjong Pagar Road, #01-01, Singapore 088456
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 12pm to 2:30pm, 5pm to 11pm, Fri 12pm to 2:30pm, 5pm to 12am, Sat 11am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 12am, Sun 11am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 11pm
Tel: 9127 4922
Papi’s Tacos Website
Papi’s Tacos is not halal-certified.

7. Ramen Keisuke Tori King – Japanese chicken-based ramen

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What is Ramen Keisuke Tori King? Another restaurant by Chef Keisuke, Ramen Keisuke Tori King’s differentiates itself with its rich chicken-based broth. Made with chicken bones, chicken feet, Japanese seaweed, and an assortment of vegetables, the broth is simmered for hours to achieve its signature creamy and smooth consistency.

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For a start, you can try their Tori King Ramen (from $13.90++), which comes with a whole succulent chicken leg, chicken chashu, wood ear mushrooms, green onions, and al dente noodles in their signature chicken broth. If you’re into spicy foods, opt for the Black Spicy Tori King Ramen ($14.90++) or the Green Spicy Tori King Ramen ($14.90++), the former made with a black pepper oil base, and the latter a green wasabi base. FYI, each order comes with complimentary free-flow hard–boiled eggs and seasoned bean sprouts, too!

Expect to pay: $10-$20++ per person

What to order: Tori King Ramen (from $13.90++), Black Spicy Tori King Ramen ($14.90++), Green Spicy Tori King Ramen ($14.90++)

Address: 100 Tras Street, #03-15, 100 AM, Singapore 079027
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 9:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6604 6861
Ramen Keisuke Tori King Website
Ramen Keisuke Tori King is not halal-certified.

8. Hakata Ikkousha Ramen – Legit tonkotsu ramen from Japan

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What is Hakata Ikkousha Ramen? Another popular ramen restaurant around the area is Hakata Ikkousha Ramen. Founded in Hakata, Fukuoka in 2004, the renowned Japanese eatery is best known for its legit tonkotsu Hakata ramen. Their signature broth is painstakingly crafted by the slow simmering of pork bones, resulting in a thick and creamy soup packed full of flavour.

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Don’t sleep on their ever-popular Tonkotsu Special ($19.50++), a hearty bowl of ramen filled with thin QQ noodles, fall-apart tender chashu, creamy ajitsuke tamago, mushrooms, and spring onions, all submerged in their signature collagen-rich pork bone broth. The Tonkotsu Black (from $16++) is another standout, which adds on a fragrant black fried garlic paste to the signature broth. But if you’re looking to turn up the heat, the God Fire (from $16++) is the treat for you! This tongue-burning dish features the same delicious ingredients, but spices things up with the addition of their secret “Spicy Fire” sauce.

Expect to pay: $20-$30++ per person

What to order: Tonkotsu Special ($19.50++), Tonkotsu Black (from $16++), God Fire (from $16++)

Address: 7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #01-104B, Singapore 081007
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11:30am to 9:30pm, Sun 11:30am to 8:30pm
Tel: 6538 1880
Hakata Ikkousha Ramen Website
Hakata Ikkousha Ramen is not halal-certified.

Casual eateries

9. Brothers Ramen – Popular ramen stall with huge portions from $12.90++

What is Brothers Ramen? If you ever see snaking queues in front of a ramen eatery in Tanjong Pagar, it’s probably Brothers Ramen. The popular International Plaza eatery is known for its generous portion sizes and affordable prices.

Start with the classic Brothers Ramen ($14.90++), starring chewy, springy noodles, tender chashu pork, and soft bamboo shoots in a thick, flavourful broth. There’s also the Megamen Light ($12.90++). Despite being the cheapest item on the menu, this bowl turned out to be one of our favourites, as the cut of chashu was fatty, buttery, and extra tender. They’ve also got the Megamen Dry ($14.90++), which comes with the same delicious ingredients plus a side of ajitsuke tamago and shredded nori. Do note that the lunch crowd thickens as soon as the eatery opens, so make your way down ASAP to get a seat.

Read our Brothers Ramen review.

Expect to pay: $10-$20++ per person

What to order: Brothers Ramen ($14.90++), Megamen Light ($12.90++), Megamen Dry ($14.90++)

Address: 10 Anson Road, #01-20, International Plaza, Singapore 079903
Opening hours: Mon-Tue, Thurs-Fri 11:30am to 2:30pm, 6pm to 7:45pm, Wed & Sat 11:30am to 2:30pm
Brothers Ramen Website
Brothers Ramen is not halal-certified.

10. Dickson Nasi Lemak – Famous KL-style nasi lemak

What is Dickson Nasi Lemak? When it comes to nasi lemak, Dickson Nasi Lemak is bound to come up in conversation. Known for their KL-style nasi lemak, the popular brand has since expanded to three outlets across Singapore, including one conveniently located at Icon Village in Tanjong Pagar!

Try their famous Ayam Goreng Berempah ($11.80), a KL-style nasi lemak dish comprising fragrant coconut rice, anchovies and peanuts, fried egg, house-made spicy-sweet sambal, and a deep-fried chicken leg that’s marinated in a flavourful mix of ginger, turmeric, and lemongrass. Otherwise, there’s the spicy and aromatic Chicken Rendang ($10.40) and Beef Rendang ($11.40) too, served with a fried egg.

Read our Dickson Nasi Lemak feature.

Expect to pay: $7-$15 per person

What to order: Ayam Goreng Berempah ($11.80), Chicken Rendang ($10.40), Beef Rendang ($11.40)

Address: 12 Gopeng Street, #01-89/90, Icon Village, Singapore 078877
Opening hours: Daily 9:30am to 4pm
Dickson Nasi Lemak Website
Dickson Nasi Lemak is halal-certified.

11. Bami Express – Affordable banh mi from $5 nett

What is Bami Express? Another hidden gem at Tanjong Pagar Plaza is Bami Express, a casual eatery selling affordable Vietnamese-style sandwiches, starting from just $5. All their sandwiches are packed with ingredients, so you’ll definitely get a bang for your buck!

For a heartier sandwich, the Saigon Special ($6) is packed with pate, pork ham, meaty, tender stew pork, and topped with chicken floss, lending it a tinge of sweetness. Aside from chicken and pork, they also have more unique flavours such as Fish Patties ($5) and the creamy Tuna Mayo ($6). We recommend pairing your sandwich with a refreshing cup of Vietnamese Iced Coffee (price TBD). The sweet and robust dark coffee roast is perfect for the hot, humid weather.

Expect to pay: $5-$10 per person

What to order: Saigon Special ($6), Tuna Mayo ($6), Vietnamese Iced Coffee (price TBD)

Address: Block 5 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #02-02, Singapore 081005
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 4:30pm, Sat 9am to 2:45pm
Tel: 6443 3079
Bami Express Website
Bami Express is not halal-certified.

Brunch cafes

12. The Marmalade Pantry, Oasia Hotel Downtown – Popular CBD cafe

What is The Marmalade Pantry? The Marmalade Pantry is a must-visit cafe located in Oasia Hotel Downtown, just a short walk from Tanjong Pagar MRT Station. Known for its inviting atmosphere and top-notch service, this cafe offers a menu that goes beyond your typical brunch fare.

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Highlights include the Squid Ink Miso Carbonara ($28++), featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a creamy squid ink sauce with mushrooms, parmesan cheese, pancetta, and miso cream. Another standout is the Spicy Crabmeat ($28++), a pasta dish inspired by chilli crab, tossing linguine with a rich blend of tomato sauce, bird’s eye chilli, fresh crab claw meat, and pine nuts for added texture. For dessert, the TMP Sticky Date Pudding ($16++) is a sweet finale, where a moist sponge cake is soaked in a bittersweet toffee sauce, then topped with mixed berries, vanilla ice cream, and oat crumble.

Read our The Marmalade Pantry review.

Expect to pay: $20-$40++ per person

What to order: Squid Ink Miso Carbonara ($28++), Spicy Crabmeat ($28++), TMP Sticky Date Pudding ($16++)

Address: 100 Peck Seah Street, #01-01 Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore 079333
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6385 0741
The Marmalade Pantry Website
The Marmalade Pantry is not halal-certified.

13. Fortuna Terrazza – Italian brunch cafe by popular pizzeria

What is Fortuna Terrazza? If you love Fortuna Singapore’s pizzas, you owe it to yourself to visit their sister cafe, Fortuna Terrazza. Located in a cosy shophouse along Craig Road, the cafe has attracted crowds for its Italian brunch fare, including toasts, pasta, panini and more.

One of our favourite items was the Buongiorno Toast ($24++), a hefty, hearty sourdough toast topped with folded eggs in creamy truffle mayonnaise and a thick-cut maple-glazed bacon. There’s also the Folded Mortadella Pizza ($28++), an oven-baked pizza with oozy stracciatella, mortadella slices, basil pesto, and pistachio crumb. If savoury isn’t your thing, try the Tiramisu French Toast ($18++) instead: crispy and fluffy brioche toast, topped with mascarpone cream, espresso, cocoa powder, and malt crumbs.

Read our Fortuna Terrazza review.

Expect to pay: $12-$40++ per person

What to order: Buongiorno Toast ($24++), Folded Mortadella Pizza ($28++), Tiramisu French Toast ($18++)

Address: 10 Craig Road, Singapore 089670
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 3pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 3pm
Tel: 8902 8011
Fortuna Terrazza Website
Fortuna Terrazza is not halal-certified.

14. Cafe Mary Grace – Famous bakery-cafe from the Philippines

What is Cafe Mary Grace? ICYMI: Cafe Mary Grace, the beloved Filipino bakery cafe, has arrived in Singapore. With over 140 outlets back home, it’s easy to see why the brand’s offerings have won so many fans.

We urge you to try the signature Mary Grace Ensaymada ($5.50++), which looks like a simple cheese bread at first blush. From the very first bite, we were captivated by the pillowy brioche, rich with a pronounced buttery aroma, and crowned with a generous layer of aged Edam cheese imported from Holland. Pair this with the Mary Grace Hot Chocolate ($7.50++), a rich drink made with premium Belgian cocoa that goes perfectly with the bakes here. If you’re craving something heavier, order one of their all-day brunch items, such as the Angus Beef Tapa ($25.50++), starring fork-tender sirloin beef strips marinated in a flavourful sweet-umami sauce, served alongside eggs done your way, tomato and mango salsa, vinegar, and your choice of garlic or rosemary rice.

Read our Cafe Mary Grace review.

Expect to pay: $20-$30++ per person

What to order: Mary Grace Ensaymada ($5.50++), Mary Grace Hot Chocolate ($7.50++), Angus Beef Tapa ($25.50++)

Address: 52 Tras Street, #01-01, Singapore 078991
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 9am to 6pm
Tel: 8983 8850
Cafe Mary Grace Website
Cafe Mary Grace is not halal-certified.

15. Baristart Coffee – Hokkaido-famous brunch cafe

What is Baristart Coffee? Hailing from Hokkaido, Baristart Coffee is a renowned Japanese cafe that serves a variety of food, including mains, drinks, and desserts. FYI, their Tras Street outlet in Tanjong Pagar is their very first overseas outpost!

One popular option is the Hokkaido Aged Wagyu Don ($27.80++), which comes with Wagyu flank, shio kombu, a tangy-sweet yuzu whipped cream and more. For desserts, you can’t miss their signature Hokkaido Cream Puff ($8.50++ for one, $22.50++ for three). Each fist–sized puff comes loaded with luscious sweet cream, encased in a crispy yet crunchy choux. They’ve got several refreshing drinks too, including their Hokkaido Iced Coffee Blend ($9.50++), made using fresh Hokkaido Biei Jersey milk, and the Ice Matcha Blend with Azuki and Shiratama Mochi ($11++), served with a skewer of four QQ mochi balls.

Read our Baristart Coffee feature.

Expect to pay: $10-$30++ per person

What to order: Hokkaido Cream Puff ($8.50++ for one, $22.50++ for three), Hokkaido Aged Wagyu Don ($27.80++), Ice Matcha Blend with Azuki and Shiratama Mochi ($11++)

Address: 65 Tras Street, Singapore 079004
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 10pm
Tel: 8299 7365
Baristart Coffee Website
Baristart Coffee is not halal-certified.

16. Alice Boulangerie – Aesthetic brunch cafe at Icon Village

What is Alice Boulangerie? If you’re looking for an aesthetically pleasing cafe to chill at, Alice Boulangerie is the place to go. Apart from the fairytale-themed elements dotted around the space, expect to feast on a tasty array of eats, including pastries, mains, and desserts.

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There are dinner-exclusive items here, such as the Char-grilled Pork Collar ($34++) made with apple and parsnip puree and mustard jus, or the more interesting “Char Siew” Wagyu Short Rib ($39++) with whipped potatoes, watercress, and onion. As for drinks, we recommend the fragrant Roasted Black Sesame Latte ($8++), topped with cookie crumble, or Houjicha Cream Latte ($8.50++). End off your meal with the Pecan Tart ($18++) for dessert: a warm tart topped with caramelised pecan and a light sea salt cream.

Read our Alice Boulangerie review.

Expect to pay: $20-$50++ per person

What to order: Char-grilled Pork Collar ($34++), “Char Siew” Wagyu Short Rib ($39++), Pecan Tart ($18++), Roasted Black Sesame Latte ($8++)

Address: 12 Gopeng Street, #01-05/11, Icon Village, Singapore 078877
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 8am to 10pm, Sun 8am to 6pm
Tel: 8874 3300
Alice Boulangerie Website
Alice Boulangerie is not halal-certified.

Dessert cafes

17. Sweet Dots – Handcrafted traditional Chinese desserts under $9 nett

What is Sweet Dots? If you’re in need of a pick-me-up, this spot’s got your back. Located at 100 AM, Sweet Dots serves up a delicious spread of handcrafted traditional Chinese desserts, with most items affordably priced under $9 nett!

Pistachio fans should go straight for their Signature Pistachio Paste ($7.50), featuring a simple bowl of vibrant green pistachio paste topped with a sprinkle of coarsely crushed nuts. The Rainbow Tang Yuan In Ginger Soup ($5.50) is another highlight, starring peanut and black sesame rice dumplings, submerged in a warm, fragrant ginger soup. If you’re not into nutty desserts, order the Mango Pomelo Sago Beancurd ($5.90) instead. We loved the winning combination of sweet mango base and custardy beancurd, topped with mini taro balls, fresh mango cubes, chewy tapioca pearls, and shredded pomelo.

Read our Sweet Dots review.

Expect to pay: $1-$10 per person

What to order: Rainbow Tang Yuan In Ginger Soup ($5.50), Signature Pistachio Paste ($7.50), Mango Pomelo Sago Beancurd ($5.90)

Address: 100 Tras Street, #03-16, 100 AM, Singapore 079027
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 9:30pm
Tel: 8854 1543
Sweet Dots Website
Sweet Dots is not halal-certified.

18. Elijah Pies – IG-famous bakery-cafe with chio pies

What is Elijah Pies? If you love tarts and pies, you have to visit Elijah Pies. The Tanjong Pagar Plaza cafe is famous for their IG-worthy pies, available in both sweet and savoury flavours.

Their dreamy Wild Berry Lavender Pie ($8.50++ per slice) is a must-try; this pretty pie stars a berry and yoghurt layer, paired with a soft floral fragrance from the lavender. You won’t go wrong with the Nutella Pie ($7.90++ per slice), too, an all-time bestseller starring bittersweet dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts. Otherwise, for something savoury, get their Seaweed Chicken Pot Pie ($14.90++), loaded with chicken, potatoes, carrots, and mushrooms, encased in a flaky seaweed-studded crust.

Check out our Elijah Pies review.

Expect to pay: $1-$20++ per person

What to order: Wild Berry Lavender Pie ($8.50++ per slice), Nutella Pie ($7.90++ per slice), Seaweed Chicken Pot Pie ($14.90++)

Address: 7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #01-102, Singapore 081007
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 10am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 10am to 10:30pm
Tel: 9855 9480
Elijah Pies Website
Elijah Pies is not halal-certified.

19. Dopa – Popular gelato cafe with nut-based flavours

What is Dopa? Dopa has a second outlet at Tanjong Pagar Plaza, bringing its famous handcrafted gelato to the CBD. For the uninitiated, the homegrown dessert brand first made waves in Boat Quay, attracting crowds for their nut-based ice cream with flavours such as pistachio and hazelnut.

True fans will know that a must-try flavour is the bold and earthy Roasted Pistachio ($6.50), which is made using the brand’s own house-made pistachio paste. The Peanut Crumbles ($6.50) is another standout, featuring a peanut gelato base topped with salted peanut crumbs. Alternatively, try their unique Vanilla Fig Cheese ($5.50) for a milky and savoury base swirled with tangy sweet fig jam. Pair your gelato with their Dango Waffles ($12.50) for an indulgent treat filled with chewy mochi.

Expect to pay: $5-$15 per person

What to order: Roasted Pistachio ($6.50), Peanut Crumbles ($6.50), Vanilla Fig Cheese ($5.50), Dango Waffles ($12.50)

Address: 7 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #01-107, Singapore 081007
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 10pm, Fri-Sat 12pm to 10:30pm
Dopa Website
Dopa is not halal-certified.

20. Queic by Olivia – Famed cheesecake cafe in Kreta Ayer

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What is Queic by Olivia? If you love cheesecakes, add Queic by Olivia to your list of places to visit. They boast a pretty extensive menu of 14 different cheesecake flavours, plus grilled cheese sandwiches and drinks!

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If it’s your first time here, we recommend Olivia’s Signature Cheesecake (from $16.40+ per slice). This signature item comes with cream and blue cheese, making it an indulgent and savoury delight to share with your friends. Otherwise, try the Classic Basque Burnt (from $11+ per slice). If that’s not enough, treat yourself to one of their grilled cheese sandwiches, such as the meaty Truffle and Pastrami ($14+) or simple yet tasty Tomato & Basil ($13+).

Read our Queic by Olivia feature.

Expect to pay: $10-$25+ per person

What to order: Olivia’s Signature Cheesecake (from $16.40+ per slice), Classic Basque Burnt (from $11+ per slice), Truffle and Pastrami ($14+)

Address: 41 Kreta Ayer Road, Singapore 089003
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 10am to 7pm, Fri-Sat 10am to 8pm
Tel: 8068 5525
Queic by Olivia Website
Queic by Olivia is not halal-certified but uses no pork or lard.