Suntec City Food Guide: 25 Places For Cheap Kimbap, Matcha Parfait And More

Suntec City food guide

Suntec City, Singapore’s first megamall, was a weekend haunt for many back in the day, with throngs lining up for the emblematic Fountain of Wealth.

With other newer megamalls on the scene now, Suntec City is no longer as crowded as it once was, but one thing remains: its wealth of dining options. To help you decide if you’re dining there, here’s our round-up of 25 Suntec City food places.

• 1. Tonshou

Tonshou is a Korean restaurant that specialises in charcoal-grilled pork cutlet. This means that the meat is first cooked on low heat, followed by high heat, and resting the cutlet before grilling it over charcoal. To get the best experience of this unique culinary method, we recommend the Rosu Katsu Set ($28++), which comes with rice, soup, cabbage, and kimchi alongside the incredibly tasty tonkatsu.

The meat was our favourite part, of course, as it was grilled to a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Read our Tonshou review.

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Tonshou is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 2. LONGJING

Chinese restaurants have a chokehold on Singaporeans, and LONGJING is one of them. The restaurant is dubbed China’s “No.1 Zhejiang Cuisine Brand in 2024”, boasting an extensive selection of Hangzhou dishes.

Our favourite was the Minced Pork Pancake ($18.80++), a stunning creation made with siew yoke slices, fried tofu skin, fresh cucumber, scallions, and a sweet-savoury bean sauce. Enjoy this with the Fried Rice with Black Truffle and Beef ($12.80++), tossed with tender beef chunks and the best part—black truffle sauce. Read our LONGJING review.

Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-384, Suntec City, Singapore 038983 Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm

LONGJING is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 3. Compose Coffee

After a hearty meal, drop by Compose Coffee for a quick coffee or dessert break. This popular Korean coffee chain offers a variety of drinks and bakes, including the popular Banana Coffee ($5.40) that combines banana milk to achieve a bittersweet flavour.

The K-Traditional Blend Coffee ($5.50) is another interesting beverage, made with sugar and creamer. If coffee isn’t your thing, get their Amang Chu ($5.40) instead. It features a refreshing concoction of peach tea, mango chunks, and a kick of espresso.

Read our Compose Coffee feature. Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-623, Suntec City, Singapore 038983

Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 8am to 8pm, 8am to 9pm, Sat 10am to 9pm, Sun 9am to 8pm

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Compose Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 4. SOTBOX

SOTBOX, a grab-and-go kimbap kiosk, is for the busy bees working in the area who need a filling meal on the go. If you can tolerate a bit of spice, go straight for the Spicy Beef Bulgogi ($9.50).

Otherwise, the Veggie Embrace Tofu ($8.50) is equally delicious and hearty even without meat. There’s also fried chicken here in four different flavors, including Sweet Garlic, Lemon Mayo, Soy Chilli, and Cheese & Sour.

Each is priced at $9.50! Read our SOTBOX feature.

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SOTBOX is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 5. Katsu-an

Katsu-an is a popular chain with several outlets across Japan, specialising in katsudon, AKA deep-fried pork cutlet. Even better, all prices are nett.

You can start with their signature Chicken Katsu Don (from $6.90), a hearty bowl filled with short-grain rice, crispy chicken cutlet, and a warm blanket of eggs. You can pay a little more and substantiate your meal with the Chicken Katsu Don & Salad Combo (from $9.90) for a side of crisp, refreshing salad.

Read our Katsu-an review.

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Katsu-an is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 6. Sen-ryo

Sen-ryo is a popular Japanese restaurant, great for a casual corporate lunch with your colleagues and a fancy dinner experience for your loved one. Their Sen-ryo Special Bento ($29.80++) is perfect for those who want to try a bit of everything, as this colourful bento tray features nine premium assorted items, miso soup, and rice.

Alternatively, the Beef Tenderloin Set ($31.80++) is worth a try; it comes with chawanmushi, miso soup, salad, and pickles. Read our Sen-ryo review.

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Sen-ryo is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 7. 108 Matcha Saro

108 Matcha Saro is the place for matcha-infused treats. It would be blasphemous to leave their Matcha Obanyaki—you can get this sweet pancake snack in eight different flavours.

Out of the lot, their Matcha Custard and Original Dough ($3.30) and Red Bean Paste and Matcha Dough ($3.30) are must-tries. For something cooling for the weather, there’s also a good range of soft serve and parfait flavours for you to choose from.

We recommend their Matcha Soft Serve Parfait Deluxe ($9.20): matcha soft serve topped with mochi, red bean, matcha and brown sugar jellies, and chewy soybean warabimochi. Read our 108 Matcha Saro feature.

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108 Matcha Saro is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

• 8. Paik’s Noodle

Helmed by the famous Korean Chef Paik Jong Won, Paik’s Noodle opened their first outlet at Suntec City. It’s a must to get their Jjamppong ($14++), a rich seafood broth that combines a variety of vegetables, pork slices, baby octopus, and handmade noodles.

To go with your main, we recommend sharing their Gochu Yuringi ($23++). This deep-fried chicken is topped with sliced chilli and minced garlic, and will surely cater to those who love hearty flavours.

Read our Paik’s Noodle review.

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Paik’s Noodle is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 9. Tempura Makino

Popular Japanese restaurant Tempura Makino also opened their first outlet at Suntec. You can’t go wrong with the Soba & Tempura ($18.90++) for a seafood option, or the Buta Kakuni & Tempura Set ($19.90++) for a combination of meat and seafood.

For something simpler, consider their selection of fresh sashimi. For a bit of everything, the 3 Kinds Sashimi ($23.90++) is ideal; it comes with three pieces of salmon, tuna, and scallop, respectively. Read our Tempura Makino review.

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Tempura Makino is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 10. Din Tai Fung

Perennial favourite Din Tai Fung still sees queues today at many of their outlets, spread over the island. Their Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao (from $9.30++) are little soupy packages stuffed with tasty pork, while the Fried Rice with Pork Chop & Eggs ($14.30++) is so popular that it has spawned many imitations.

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Din Tai Fung is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 11. Shake Shack

Our Suntec City food guide can’t forget about Shake Shack, an American burger diner that saw snaking queues when their first outlet opened at Jewel Changi Airport. In total, they have 11 outlets, including Neil Road, Orchard Road, Suntec City, and VivoCity.

Their ShackBurger (from $9.90+) is the classic cheeseburger filled with lettuce and tomato, then slathered in their signature ShackSauce. Read our Shake Shack review.

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Shake Shack is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 12. Penang Place

Here’s Penang Place, a Malaysian-style buffet that’s been around since 2003. We recommend starting with their signature dishes, including Penang Char Kway Teow ($13.90++), Penang Hokkien Mee with Big Prawns ($17.90++), and Penang-style Mee ($13.90++). Add on some sides, such as Salted Egg Fried Chicken ($17.90++) and Choon Piah ($8.90++); the latter features two crispy spring rolls filled with shredded turnip, carrots, garlic, and dried shrimps.

Read our Penang Place review.

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Penang Place is a halal-certified eatery.

• 13. COCA Fine Food & Hotpot

Our guide to Suntec City food places will not be complete without COCA. On weekdays, they are offering Thai-Cantonese fusion hotpot. Their Hotpot & Grill Buffet is priced at $52++ on a weekday dinner and $56++ on a weekend dinner, with six soup bases to choose from: tomato, mala, collagen, Thai tom yum and more.

Read our COCA review.

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COCA is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 14. Olivia & Co.

Make your way to Olivia & Co. for a chic retreat in the North Atrium of Suntec City. Come in the day, when it’s naturally lit through the skylight above, and grab a comfy seat in one of their many quirky chairs.

Prices for pasta here start from $19.80++, while their Half Roasted Chicken is $27.80++ with a side of house salad. They have a selection of cakes, craft beers, coffee and tea too!

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Olivia & Co. is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 15. Kiwami: Ramen & Gyoza Bar

Another affordable Japanese food option is Kiwami: Ramen & Gyoza Bar. Go for their signature Premium Black Tonkotsu Ramen ($22.70++) if you enjoy hearty pork bone broth with roasted black garlic oil. Else, try their Unagi Kabayaki Mazesoba ($16.90++) for a dry alternative.

This dish uses grilled eel as the key ingredient! Read our Kiwami: Ramen & Gyoza Bar review.

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Kiwami: Ramen & Gyoza Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 16. Downstairs Cafe

At Downstairs Cafe, you can expect a modern twist of Taiwanese and local fare. An alternative to Taiwanese lu rou fan is their Lu Rou Mian ($7.90), which comes with huge servings of salted vegetables and springy noodles.

There’s also the Salted Egg Chicken Rice ($9.50) if you prefer rice; this hearty number comes with fried chicken drenched in a rich salted egg sauce, served with steamed rice. Read our Downstairs Cafe review.

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Downstairs Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 17. Dookki

The name Dookki means ‘two meals’, a concept that sees you have first, a Korean hotpot, and second, a pot of kimchi fried rice made with the leftover tteokbokki sauce, all for the price of $20.80++. It’s Singapore’s first tteokbokki buffet restaurant, an offshoot of a native Korean chain with more than 100 outlets worldwide.

Besides the unlimited tteokbokki, the price also features Korean street food, fishcake air-flown from Busan, ramyeon and even Korean fried chicken! Check out our Dookki review.

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Dookki is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 18. SUPER SUB

SUPER SUB is a food kiosk that upgrades the hotdog bun with Asian and Western-inspired fillings, and it’s the perfect snack to have when you’re on the move. You can expect a variety of fun flavours here, including Heavenly Yuzu Crab ($10.80) and Fiery Chic Bolognese ($9.80).

The former features a hotdog topped with pickled cucumbers, pomegranate, mayo, and spring onions, while the latter uses jalapeno, cherry tomatoes, mayo, and cheese as the main toppings. Read our SUPER SUB review.

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Super Sub is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 19. White Restaurant

The white bee hoon craze has somewhat subsided, now that it’s readily available across the island. If you’re looking for a centrally located option, White Restaurant offers zi char and Supreme Seafood White Beehoon (from $14.80++) in air-conditioned comfort. We recommend getting the Wok-fried Chicken in Chef’s Special Sauce (from $18.80++) too!

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White Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 20. Wonderful Bapsang

Another eatery on our Suntec City food guide is Wonderful Bapsang. The popular Korean restaurant recently went through a revamp, with a new menu that focuses on freshly made tofu.

It’s rare to find Cold Soymilk Noodles ($17.90++) in Singapore, featuring thin, chewy noodles in a viscous, nutty broth. If you prefer stews to noodles, their Original Tofu Stew Set ($21.90++) is worth a try; each tray comes with stone pot rice, tofu stew, and banchan.

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Wonderful Bapsang is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 21. Jollibee

Jollibee at Suntec City lets you have your fix of Chickenjoy in between your shopping sprints around the mall. We recommend their 1pc Chickenjoy with Jolly Spaghetti Meal ($8.50) for a piece of fried chicken, spaghetti, a packet of gravy sauce, and a drink to go with your meal.

If you’re planning to share with a friend, get their Bucket ($20), featuring six pieces of chicken instead.

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Jollibee is a halal-certified eatery.

• 22. ASTONS Specialities

ASTONS is a household name in Singapore, known for their wallet-friendly Western meals, whether you’re after steak, fish, burgers, or grilled chicken. The menu has now expanded to include a Japanese A3 Wagyu Steak ($48.90+), although classic favourites Chargrilled Chicken ($12.90+) and Black Pepper Chicken ($12.90+) still remain.

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ASTONS Specialities is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 23. Peperoni Pizzeria

With six branches across the country, Peperoni Pizzeria is the only Suntec City food place that specialises in wood-fired pizzas and traditional pasta. Their medium-sized Crispy Bacon & Potato ($18++) comes with bacon bits, mixed mushrooms, baked potatoes, scallions, egg, herb butter, parmesan, and mozzarella.

For something simpler, their Margherita ($18++) is the way to go.

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Peperoni Pizzeria is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 24. Mamma Mia Trattoria E Caffe

Mamma Mia Trattoria E Caffe is a Muslim-friendly restaurant that offers an extensive range of pasta and risotto. Seafood lovers can get their Spaghetti with Clam & Sage-Butter Sauce ($14.90++) or Spaghetti with Crab Meat and Burrata Sauce ($18.90++).

If you prefer rice to noods, their Truffle Mushroom Risotto ($16.90++) is a popular choice among patrons thanks to the truffle aroma and creamy texture of the risotto.

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Mamma Mia Trattoria E Caffe is a halal-certified eatery.

• 25. iSTEAKS

iSTEAKS is the ideal place to visit for affordable steak and seafood. Starting with steak, their Char-grilled Ribeye is priced at $29.80++, while their Char-grilled Striploin costs $26.80++.

There are more wallet-friendly options here, including their Black Pepper Chicken ($16++) and Lemon & Dill Seared Dory Fillet ($16.50++). Take note that their grilled specialties come with two choices of sides ranging from baked potato, mac and cheese, and parmesan asparagus.

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iSTEAKS is not a halal-certified eatery.

Best Suntec City food options

With so many options to choose from, it can get quite overwhelming when you have to pick one. Whether you’re looking for comfort food, dessert or just a snack, our guide to Suntec City food places will surely come in handy.

For more food guides in the area, read our City Hall food guide. There’s also Raffles Place food guide for affordable Wagyu hamburg, Taiwan-famous BBT and more. Drop us your email so you won't miss the latest news.