When I was growing up, Thomson Plaza was a place for tuition classes and nothing more. It was almost like a forgotten mall, but fast forward to the present day, and this mall has come back to life—thanks to its newly renovated interior and extensive selection of food. From delicious chirashi don to collagen hotpot, here are the best Thomson Plaza food places to check out.
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Omoté is known for serving up fresh and affordable Japanese fare. If you are spoilt for choice, try their renowned chirashi don, which comes in over 10 different varieties. Go for their classic Omote Chirashi ($18.80++) for a simple but moreish meal. If not, feast on the Super Mount Chirashi ($38.80++) with your dining partner. This toothsome rice bowl comes with a mountain of assorted seafood so packed that it can feed more than two.
From our Omote review: “The sashimi tasted fresh with a good meat-to-fat ratio, and the ingredients given were generous—I thought it was a steal considering the price.”
Unit number: #03-24A
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 11:30am to 2pm, 5:300pm to 9pm
Tel: 9450 1020
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Omote is not a halal-certified eatery.
No shopping mall is complete without a good Korean or Japanese restaurant, and Thomson Plaza has a plethora of them. One is Wonderful Bapsang, where you can feast on authentic Korean food. Start with the popular Sundubu Jjigae ($16.80++), where you can choose from dumplings, seafood, or just kimchi. There’s also Korean fried chicken here, with the likes of Bburinkle ($25++), which is essentially a sweet-savoury cheese seasoning, and the sweet-spicy Yangnyeom ($25++).
From our Wonderful Bapsang review: “Taste-wise, the soup was briny and punchy with just the right amount of spice. The chilli pepper broth was so rich and robust that pairing every scoop of soup with rice was essential—it might get a tad jelak if you drink the soup on its own.”
Unit number: #01-112/113/114
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 10pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6908 1345
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Wonderful Bapsang is not a halal-certified eatery.
Opened by Sushi Tei, Hokkaido-ya is a fast-casual and wallet-friendly restaurant. Although the menu is priced affordably, Hokkaido-ya ensures that the quality and quantity of each dish are not compromised.
The value set meals are the most value for money, including Pork Katsu Don Set ($12.90+), Yakiniku Don Set ($14.90+) and more. Every set meal comes with miso soup and salad on the side! If you’d like something to share with your dining companion(s), consider the Hokkaido Corn Cream Croquette ($3.90+) or Ebi Fry ($5.90+).
From our Hokkaido-Ya review: “The dish was torched before serving, giving each mouthful a fragrant char. The thick mentaiko sauce further brought out the freshness of each dice of sashimi, making it hard to put my spoon down.”
Unit number: #03-49
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11:30am to 10pm, Mon 11:30am to 3pm
Tel: 6254 0010
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Hokkaido-ya is not a halal-certified eatery.
Whether Malaysian or Singaporean food reigns superior is a never-ending debate, but that hasn’t stopped well-loved Malaysian food chains from setting up shop here. One such is Nan Yang Dao, which offers classic Malaysian fare. We tried a variety of dishes, and our favourite was the Penang Fried Kway Teow ($7.50+). The rice noodles were savoury and exuded a strong wok hei, exactly how a good plate of char kway teow should. The Selayang Big Bowl Curry Noodle ($9.90+) was another hit among the team, featuring lemak and spicy curry along with plenty of ingredients: boiled egg, tau pok, long beans, fish balls, pork belly, and prawns.
From our Nan Yang Dao review: “I liked that the prawns had a good bite, along with the chewy, gravy-soaked fishballs, tau pok, and beancurd skin. The fried pork belly slices that I occasionally discovered had tender meat, with a gelatinous layer of fat, making the dish quite shiok.”
Unit number: #03-46
Opening hours: Mon 10:30am to 4:30pm, Tue-Fri 10:30am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 10pm
Tel: 8101 8394
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Nan Yang Dao is not a halal-certified eatery.
Opened by the same team behind popular ayam penyet chain Uncle Penyet, BISTRO BOX is slightly more upscale than their usual outlets at hawker centres. But don’t worry, you can still look forward to getting a plate of the same smashed fried chicken they are known for here, priced at $12.80. They also have an equally delicious fish version, the Dory Penyet ($12.80), and a prawn version, the Udang Penyet ($12.80). Otherwise, for something different, go for their all-day breakfast, which sees options such as Blue Pea Nasi Lemak with Chicken Wing ($8.80) and Mee Siam Goreng with Spicy Chicken Cutlet Set ($8.80).
Unit number: #01-07
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 9pm
BISTRO BOX is not a halal-certified eatery.
Peach Garden is a family-friendly dining spot that serves up a slew of authentic Chinese dishes and dim sum. The restaurant often offers an affordable dim sum buffet that’s available for a limited time, so we recommend keeping your eyes peeled for that. Otherwise, consider the Fried Crispy Eggplant with Pork Floss ($16++) and Steamed Creamy Custard Bun ($12.80++ for three) as sharing dishes.
Unit number: #01-88
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am to 2:30pm, 3pm to 5pm, 5:30pm to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am to 2:30pm, 3pm to 5pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
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Peach Garden is not a halal-certified eatery.
Shi Li Fang is a great alternative for affordable hotpot. If you don’t know yet, the chain is known for being one of the most affordable hotpot restaurants available in Singapore. The popular hotpot chain offers a range of set meals, which comprise Superior Marbled Pork Slices, Pork and Chicken and many more.
Unit number: #01-40/41/42
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6255 0877
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Shi Li Fang is not a halal-certified eatery.
Eateries that make their own pasta from scratch are getting increasingly hard to find in Singapore. One option is 42 Pasta is the Answer, which has a 4.7-star rating on Google, with many customers raving about the freshness and quality of the fresh pasta. They have a rotating menu of pastas each day, whipped up in different shapes and flavoured naturally with veggies such as pumpkin and sweet potato. Their Pasta Of The Day is priced at $15.
Other than pasta, they also have Roasted Pork & Waldorf Salad ($12/$18) that’s great for sharing. This comes with a crispy and fatty roasted pork, said to contrast well with the salad that features chopped celery, apples, raisins, and nuts.
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Unit number: #01-43
Opening hours: Tue, Fri-Sat 12pm to 2pm, 6pm to 8pm, Wed 12pm to 2pm
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42 Pasta is the Answer is not a halal-certified eatery.
Helmed by Singapore’s first tonkatsu chef, Tan-San, Hajime Tonkatsu & Ramen boasts an authentic yet affordable Japanese menu. As the name suggests, they are known for their tonkatsu and ramen items. Purists can opt for the Premium Pork Loin, which comes in a set ($25.90++) or a la carte ($21.50++) option. The former includes an appetiser, a bowl of miso soup, free-flow rice and cabbage, and slices of watermelon to end the meal on a refreshing note.
If you can’t pick between tonkatsu and ramen, opt for Hajime’s Tonkatsu Ramen ($17.30++). This dish includes a rich tonkatsu base broth, with specially made Nama noodles, and a portion of crispy tonkatsu on the side.
Unit number: #01-110
Opening hours: Mon 11:30am to 2:45pm, Tue-Sun 11:30am to 2:45pm, 5pm to 9pm
Tel: 6261 5602
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Hajime Tonkatsu & Ramen is not a halal-certified eatery.
Another Japanese restaurant to consider at Thomson Plaza is Tsukada Nojo, best known for their Bijin Nabe, AKA golden chicken collagen soup. This is best experienced in their Beauty Collagen Ramen ($16++), with other flavours to choose from such as Spicy ($18++) and Miso Butter (17++). Pair your ramen with some appetisers, ranging from Mentaimayo Tamagoyaki ($7++) to Chicken Nanban Original ($9++).
Unit number: #03-50
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm
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Tsukada Nojo is not a halal-certified eatery.
iVegan at Thomson Plaza has thousands of reviews and a 4.8-star rating on Google, and it’s one of the best places to grab a vegan meal. Go for the Set Menu (from $15.90++), which gets you one starter, a main, and a drink. If you prefer a la carte items, start your meal with a warm Mushroom Soup (from $4.90++) or Kimchi Tofu Soup ($8.90++), and continue with some pan-fried or steamed Dumplings (from $5.90++).
Unit number: #01-109
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
Tel: 9812 9109
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iVegan is not a halal-certified eatery.
Sushiro is one of our favourite places to unwind and enjoy a solo meal. The booth seat that directly faces the conveyor belt allows diners to watch various plates of colourful sushi move across. Some crowd favourites here include Grilled Mackerel, Tuna, Engawa, Salmon Belly, and Shrimp.
Unit number: #02-24
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6514 1363
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Sushiro is not a halal-certified eatery.
San Ren Xing is a family-style restaurant that specialises in Fujian and Sichuan-style dishes. Go straight for their signature item and crowd-favourite Nanping Fried Noodles (from $19.90++). It’s served in a pot of seafood, pork, and vegetables, submerged in a cloudy broth. This dish is foolproof and definitely a must-try, as many customers have returned just to get their hands on this pot of noodles. While you are there, consider trying the Sichuan Style Spicy Chicken ($26.90++) to share with your dining companions for a more substantial meal.
Unit number: #01-122/123
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 9pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6970 2128
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San Ren Xing is not a halal-certified eatery.
For an all-rounder Western fare, check out The Grumpy Bear. Here, a must-have item is their specialty—chicken chop. Available in 11 different flavours, purists will enjoy the classic Black Pepper Chicken ($14.90++), which sees a generous portion of grilled chicken thigh, thick-cut fries, salad greens, and thick, brown black pepper gravy on the side. Meanwhile, the more adventurous folks can try their locally-inspired flavour, Salted Egg Chicken, at $17.90++.
Unit number: #02-10
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 11am to 9pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 9:30pm
Tel: 9238 4055
Website
The Grumpy Bear is not a halal-certified eatery.
Shift Bar & Kitchen by CommonFolks is the only cafe at Thomson Plaza that offers brunch, pizza, pasta, risotto and more. Prices are kept affordable, with pizzas ranging from $10.90++ to $13.90++. The cheapest of the lot is the Hawaiian, while Pesto di Mare is the most expensive, featuring a pesto sauce base topped with prawn and salmon. Pair your pizza with either the Carbonara ($15.90++) or Al Funghi Risotto ($15.90++) to complete your meal.
Unit number: #01-59
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Tel: 9147 3059
Website
Shi Li Fang is not a halal-certified eatery.
Instead of visiting the rows of cafes along Upper Thomson Road, stop by Thomson Plaza for a wider variety of food options.
For more food guides, check out the best tonkatsu in Singapore, including $10 sets and a Korea-famous eatery. We also have a guide to Malaysian food in Singapore for famous nasi lemak and curry cheong fun.
Address: 301 Upper Thomson Road, Thomson Plaza, Singapore 574408
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