Yishun – the place where most Singaporeans poke fun at for their mysterious yet somewhat hilarious happenings. However, what some don’t know is that it’s a pretty poppin’ place filled with all sorts of hidden foodie gems! Just think cheap laksa, army stew and crispy har cheong gai!

Here’s a list of all the nosh we think are worth making a trip down to Yishun for – regardless of what crazy things you may find when you’re there!

928 YISHUN LAKSA

A favourite of Singaporeans, regardless of whether they are Yishun residents, is 928 Yishun Laksa. Despite not having an actual name, many flock to this stall for their S$2.80 laksa bowls.

Silky noodles in a fragrant broth are topped off with beansprouts, egg, taupok and fishcakes. Their “hum” is optional, so let them know whether you’d like some in your laksa!

928 Yishun Central 1#01-155
Singapore 760928
Tel: +65 9731 9586
Mon to Sat: 8.30am – 7pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Yishun

925 YISHUN HAINANESE CHICKEN RICE

A plate of this chicken rice will have you coming back to Yishun just for their tender and succulent slices of chicken. Drenched in a savoury soy sauce and sesame oil dressing, this is one of the better chicken rice stalls in Singapore.

A plate of their S$6 chicken will be enough to share with a friend. You can order some rice and soup to go along with it! If you haven’t tried this hidden gem, time to put it on your to-eat lists!

Blk 1 #01-249
925 Yishun Central
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

AH LOCK HAKKA TOFU BOWL

If you’re looking to have something on the healthier side, Ah Lock’s Hakka Tofu Bowl (S$5.50) will be a great option if you’re in the Yishun area. Located in Yishun Park Hawker Centre, this bowl comes with a generous helping of veggies, tofu meatballs and tofu chunks. It’s also topped with an addictive creamy mayo sauce.

51 Yishun Avenue 11
Yishun Park Hawker Centre #01-08
Singapore 760355
Mon, Wed to Fri: 12pm – 2pm, 6pm – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm – 9pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Yishun

AH TAN WINGS

This stall needs no introduction. Ah Tan Wings, also located in Yishun Park Hawker Centre, serves up plates of crispy yet juicy Shrimp Paste Wings (S$5.20). A plate of this comes with rice, cucumber slices, a perfectly-fried egg and 3 golden brown Har Cheong Gai. To some, it’s truly the best Har Cheong Gai in Singapore, and we now know why they’ve said that.

The chicken is fried to perfection, yet it’s not greasy. It has a superb prawn paste flavour that goes very well with the rice and egg.

51 Yishun Avenue 11
Yishun Park Hawker Centre #01-40
Singapore 768867
Mon to Fri: 11am – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

CHONG PANG NASI LEMAK

Being a little out of the way has not stopped crowds from flocking to Chong Pang Nasi Lemak. Their affordable yet extremely delicious side dishes have rightfully earned their claim to fame – especially for those fancying a late-night supper!

Our favourites have to be their fried hashbrowns, sambal sotong and their fried chicken wings!

447 Sembawang Road
Singapore 758404
Tel: +65 9655 1868
Daily: 5pm – 7am
Nearest Station: Yishun

FAT PAPA’S

The halal-version of the hit burger joint Fat Boys can be found in Yishun! Fat Papa’s still offers up their signature burgers such as The Elvis and their Bleu Peppercorn burgers but include delicious mains such as the Chicken Mac & Cheese and Salted Egg Crab Pasta!

This one’s for our Muslim friends who love a great juicy burger and some indulgent Western food!

Northpoint Mall #01-150
922 Yishun Avenue 2
Singapore 769095
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

HENG HUA RESTAURANT

Nestled amongst HDB flats in Yishun, Heng Hua Restaurant is a hidden gem which serves authentic Heng Hwa delights and a wide variety of zhi char dishes at pocket-friendly prices. You can expect to find mouth-watering Chinese food that is perfect for your family.

The one dish that you must order is the Heng Hua-Style Fried Bee Hoon (S$4.50). Not only did the vermicelli had hints of the seafood flavour from the clams, but the crunchy peanuts and seaweed also made the dish even more addictive.

748 Yishun Street 72
#01-212 Singapore 760748
Tel: +65 6756 1762
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest station: Yishun

HOLY COW CREAMERY

Known for their crispy waffles and ultra-delicious ice cream, Holy Cow Creamery is a great place to beat the sizzling Singapore heat. They make all their ice cream and cones in-house, having a great selection of flavours such as Mao Shan Wang Durian, Matcha-Mochi and Root Beer Float!

292 Yishun Street 22, #01-291
Singapore 760292
Tue to Thu, Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11.30am – 11pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Yishun

LIT LIT XIN POPIAH & ICE KACHANG

Tucked away near Yishun MRT is Lit Lit Xin Popiah. For just S$1.50, you get a roll of delectable popiah! The skin of the popiah is paper-thin yet held the delicious fillings inside without any seeping of sauce. A kick from the chilli was also a welcome sensation!

We also enjoyed a bowl of Ice Kachang, sold at the same store, for S$1.70! It’s truly hard to find such affordable gems in Singapore nowadays.

Nice Snack Corner
928 Yishun Central 1, #01-155
Singapore 760928
Mon to Sat: 8.30am – 7pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Yishun

PIZZA MARU

Famous for their plethora of fusion-style pizzas, pasta, bibimbap towers and wildly-popular Korean fried chicken, you’ll be treated to a different kind of Korean meal! Their pizza dough formula boasts a soft, bread-like texture comprising green tea and chlorella, along with 12 healthier grains which include rye, black rice, barley and oats – perfect for those looking for a guilt-free way to enjoy pizza!

Our favourites have got to be the Mango Ocean Pizza (regular S$19.80, large S$23.80), the Real BBQ Chicago Pizza (S$26.80) and their Supa Hot Dakganjeong fried chicken (S$16.80 for 6 pieces, S$29.80 for 12 pieces)!

930 Yishun Avenue 2
1 Northpoint Drive #B1-192/193,
Northpoint City (South Wing)
Singapore 769098
Tel: +65 6254 4307
Daily: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

SUPARAKKI RAMEN

Our latest food-find is Suparakki Ramen located in Northpoint City, serving ramen under S$10. Meaning “super lucky” in Japanese, you’ll find you and your tastebuds feeling exactly that when you taste their ramen.

Try their S$6.90 Dry Truffle Ramen for a strong kick of truffle with tender pulled pork! It’s super fragrant yet still doesn’t break the bank.

Suparakki Ramen
1 North Point Drive
Northpoint City, #B2-152
Singapore 768019
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

QUENCH! BISTRO & BAR

Thirsty tipplers can head down to the eccentric Quench! Bistro & Bar for a drink after a long day at work. Their extensive range of beers ranging from craft beers to your favourite draughts, you will be in for a good night of fun. They also serve up some finger food to go with your pints!

81 Lorong Chencharu
#01-10 ORTO
Singapore 769198
Tel: +65 6257 3657
Mon, Fri: 11am – 3am
Tue to Thu: 11am – 2pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 3am
Nearest Station: Khatib

The craze for Korean food has not died down just yet, and we are always on the hunt for new places to add to our list of places to get stellar Korean fare. When it comes to Korean food, our expectations are simple. More often than not, the qualities that we look for is authenticity and attention to taste above all else, and over at Seoul Jjimdak, we got just that.

This vibrant, cosy Korean restaurant is tucked away in a corner of the newly-renovated Northpoint City. Prized above all else is their speciality Jjimdak, a stewed chicken dish that is hugely popular back in Korea but is still a challenge to find in Singapore. Other popular classics on their menu include their Army Stew, Kimchi Fried Rice and Jjajiangmyeong.

From now until 31 Dec 2018, our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy Seoul Jjimdak’s signature Jjimdak, Korean Army Stew and Dak-galbi at S$29.90 each.

If you’re hankering for some hearty, real-deal Korean food, we urge you to pay Seoul Jjimdak a visit—you won’t be disappointed, nor will you leave hungry.

The restaurant is hard to miss, especially so given its elaborate entrance that features a mock roof—similar to those commonly seen in period Korean dramas—and the many photos of Kpop idols that adorn front counter.

SEOUL JJIMDAK 

For those of you who do not know what Jjimdak is, it is essentially a stewed meat dish consisting of chicken, seasonal vegetables and soy sauce. The dish itself is hearty, rich with an intensified sweet and savoury taste.

The recipe for this mouthwatering concoction comes from a resident South-Korean ajumma, so you can be sure of its authenticity. However, the dish has been tweaked to better suit local palettes by reducing the spiciness of it.

The Seoul Jjimdak here (S$39.90) is simply daebak! The dish consists of boneless chicken, potatoes, carrots and potato glass noodles that are soaked in a savoury sauce that is made using secret ingredients that are specially imported from South-Korea. All these components come together to create a medley of flavours that are simply addictive.

ARMY STEW 

Another one of the restaurant’s signature dishes is their Army Stew (S$39.90). This hearty pot of goodness is definitely a great dish for sharing around with family and friends, especially on a cold, rainy day.

The Army Stew here is made using a homemade kimchi broth, that is considerably more tangy and punchier than regular store-bought kimchis. The pot is filled to the brim with scrumptious goodies such as pork belly, luncheon meat, tteokbokki tteok , mushroom, vegetables, tofu and ramyeon. These varying flavours and textures definitely elevate the dish, resulting in a very satisfying one-pot-wonder.

Seoul Jjimdak is currently having a lunch promotion where you are entitled to two free toppings with any order of their Army Stew or Jjimdak. Some of these delicious toppings include luncheon meat, sweet corn, mozzarella cheese and udon.

There are also ongoing bundle deals available for both lunch and dinner for their Army Stew or Jjimdak which lets you get other dishes such as their Cheese Tteokbokki, Pork Belly Soup and Seafood Pancake at a more affordable price! This promotion is great if you’re looking to have dinner in a big group and you plan to order a variety of dishes for sharing around.

DAK-GALBI 

Another popular, must-try dish is their Dak-Galbi (S$39.90), which essentially is a spicy stir-fried chicken dish that is made with a gochujang-based sauce, boneless chicken chunks, tteokbokki tteok, cabbage and scallions.

The Dak-Galbi here is served in separate components so that you can have fun mixing them all together by yourself. When combined, the tangy gochujang-based sauce coats all the ingredients evenly and generously, creating a spicy, mouth-watering dish befitting of any Korean food lover.

They are also having a promotion where the dish will be going for S$29.90 instead of the usual S$39.90. So, if you love spicy Korean chicken, we suggest you head down right now to enjoy this great deal!

HEARTY KOREAN SOUPS

If you’re hankering for soup or something along the same lines of hot, fiery and comforting, then perhaps one of  Seoul Jjimdak’s soup dishes—available as part of their current lunch promotion—should be able to sort your cravings out. One soup that comes highly recommended is their tangy, spicy Pork Belly Kimchi Soup (U.P. S$18.90) that is now going for just S$9.90!

Their Spicy Mandu Ramyeon Soup (U.P. S$12.90) is a must-try for anyone who loves dumplings and anything that packs on some serious heat. This hearty dish is definitely one that will warm you up, and it’s available at only  S$8.90.

JJAJIANGMYEONG

Another classic dish that is part of their exciting lunch promotion is this mouthwatering bowl of Jjajiangmyeong (S$8.90 – U.P. S$11.90). This sweet and savoury Korean noodle dish comprises egg noodles smothered in a copious amount of delicious black bean sauce along with diced pork and vegetables.

SIDE DISHES WORTH SHOUTING ABOUT 

Aching for some Korean fried chicken? You’ll be happy to know that Seoul Jjimdak serves up a pretty mean plate of perfectly crisp yet succulent Chicken Wings (S$8.90 – U.P. S$11.90) that are available in either spicy or non-spicy sauce.

And of course, what better way to balance out all the spicy flavours than with a steaming hot bowl of warm, Korean-style, steamed eggs (S$5.90 – U.P. S$10.90)? Simple, tasty and a sure-fire way to put a smile on your face—provided that you don’t accidentally burn your tongue on it.

CHICKEN BULGOGI RAMYEON 

For those of you who love a good noodle dish, you can also try their Chicken Bulgogi Ramyeon (S$8.90 – U.P. S$12.90). This slurp-worthy dish consists of springy ramyeon noodles topped with succulent chicken bits, mushrooms and an assortment of vegetables.

With so many great deals and a plethora of delicious Korean food available here at Seoul Jjimdak, you’ll undoubtedly be spoilt for choice! At its core, we were really impressed with how each and every dish that we tried tasted fantastic.

As mentioned earlier, our readers can quote ‘ladyironchef’ to enjoy Seoul Jjimdak’s signature Jjimdak, Korean Army Stew and Dak-galbi at S$29.90 each from now until 31 Dec 2018.

Perfect for fuss-free dining with the additional promise of authentic South Korean flavours, head down today. We promise that you won’t regret it!

Seoul Jjimdak
1 Northpoint Drive
#B1-179, Northpoint City South Wing
Singapore 769098
Tel: +65 6481 9179
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Yishun

180 Kitchener Rd, #05-04
Singapore 208539
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9.30pm
Fri to Sun: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

This post is brought to you by Seoul Jjimdak.

Seoul Jjimdak is our go-to Korean restaurant in Singapore for Budae Jjigae and authentic Chicken Jjjimdak. One visit is not enough, and so, we’ve made multiple visits to this humble eatery at City Square Mall because hearty Korean stew always wins our hearts.

And now, Seoul Jjimdak is having a daily lunch special that gives you even more reason to head down—S$29.90 for a huge pot of Budae Jjigae or Jjimdak, and this special price is also applicable on weekends. How does that sound?

Located in City Square Mall, Seoul Jjimdak is a Korean restaurant that specialises in authentic Jjimdak, and it is one of the very few destinations in Singapore where you get to savour this hearty Korean stew. The Seoul Jjimdak comes in both with bone and boneless options.

The words ‘jjim’ refers to ‘braise’ and ‘dak’ refers to chicken, and a Korean jjimdak is really a tasty chicken stew braised in soya sauce and is usually slightly sweet. Trust us; this is real comfort food on a rainy day. And it is something you will grow to love more with every time you eat it.

The next bestselling dish is none other than the tasty Budae Jjigae, and it is easily the best we’ve had in Singapore. This homemade kimchi stew is served with baked beans, luncheon meat, pork belly strips, tofu and mixed vegetables.

These two star dishes of Seoul Jjimdak are only S$29.90 each if you go during lunch. That is a real steal; you would know by now that Korean stews in Singapore are mostly priced above S$35 and the ingredients are always at the bare minimum.

For S$29.90, you get a big pot at Seoul Jjimdak which is good for up to 3 persons. And if that is not enough, you can choose to add on ingredients such as Ramyeon (S$2.90++), Assorted Mushrooms (S$4.90++), Prawns & Mussels (S$5.90++) and Tteokbokki (S$2.90++).

This lunch deal is available every day from 11:30am to 3pm, including weekends and Public Holidays.

Seoul Jjimdak 
City Square Mall, #05-04
Singapore 208539
Tel: +65 6634 2668
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

This post is brought to you by Seoul Jjimdak.

Korean restaurant Seoul Jjimdak in City Square Mall has been in the spotlight lately for introducing authentic Jjimdak and Korean Army Stew that is very tasty and wallet-friendly.

Today we have some fantastic news to share!

If you missed their previous lunch deal, the folks at Seoul Jjimdak have introduced a new special deal for both the Jjimdak and Korean Army Stew – which will be going at only S$23.90++ each. This is a whopping 30% off its usual price of S$36.90++, and they are available daily from 11.30am to 3pm, including weekends and public holidays!

Jjimdak is chicken stew braised in soya sauce that is usually slightly sweet; the Budae Jjigae (or otherwise known as Korean Army Stew) is that hearty big pot of kimchi stew that everyone loves.

These two signature stews at Seoul Jjimdak can easily feed two or three people, ensuring you get your money’s worth when you dine there.

The huge portion of Jjimdak consists of chicken, potatoes, carrots, onions and potato noodles braised in soya sauce. We were singing praises of the tender chicken chunks that have been braised to absorb all the flavours of the sauce which is a mix of salty and sweet.

Go all out with the toppings that you can add into your Seoul Jjimdak with options such as the Assorted Mushrooms (S$4.90++), Double Cheese (S$3.90++), Mozzarella Cheese (S$2.90++), Prawns & Mussels (S$5.90++) and Tteokbokki (S$2.90++).

As for the Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew), it is served with baked beans, luncheon meat, pork belly strips, tofu and mixed vegetables. You can also order add-ons for this homemade kimchi stew. Carbs such as Ramyeon (S$2.90++) and Steamed White Rice (S$1.50++) go best when having kimchi stew. This is the next best selling dish after the Jjimdak!

Now you know where you will find us during lunch hour when our Korean cuisine cravings kick in – right at Seoul Jjimdak, of course!

Seoul Jjimdak
City Square Mall, #05-04
Singapore 208539
Tel: +65 6634 2668
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

This post is brought to you by Seoul Jjimdak.

With so many Korean food places popping up all over Singapore, we can safely say that the Korean wave is not losing its popularity in this city anytime soon. Apart from the usual K-bbq and bibimbap, a rather underrated Korean dish called jjimdak deserves to be glorified too. The words ‘jjim’ refers to ‘braise’ and ‘dak’ refers to chicken, and a Korean jjimdak is really a tasty chicken stew braised in soya sauce and is usually slightly sweet.

Located in City Square Mall, Seoul Jjimdak is a Korean restaurant that specialises in authentic Jjimdak, and it is one of the very few destinations in Singapore where you get to savour this hearty Korean stew. The best part? Prices are wallet-friendly, portions are generous and needless to say – the food is legit and authentic!

From now till 31 August 2016, Seoul Jjimdak is extending an exclusive 51%* off Jjimdak and Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) during lunch every day. All you have to do is flash this article or quote ‘ladyironchef’ to Seoul Jjimdak’s staff.

After the promotion, you can get the Jjimdak and/ or Budae Jjigae at only S$16.60++ (U.P. S$33.90++). Now, surely you know this is a deal not to be missed.

Set foot into Seoul Jjimdak and you will be instantly greeted by pop art murals of famous Korean celebrities and catchy K-pop tunes. It is one of those Korean restaurants with very comfortable seating; finally an outlet where we can enjoy our Korean meal in comfort.

As its name implies, everyone goes to Seoul Jjimdak for their Seoul Jjimdak (S$33.90++). The owners are trained in Seoul, and the culinary team have rich experience dealing with Korean food.

The portion of the jjimdak is huge. Integrating soya sauce imported directly from Korea with chicken, potatoes, carrots, onions and potato noodles, the stew can easily feed two to three people. The braise is a mix of salty and sweet, with the vegetables attributing largely to the sweetness. We were instantly hooked to the fork-tender and succulent chicken that have been braised to absorb the flavours of the sauce.

The Seoul Jjimdak comes in both with bone and boneless options. You can also choose to add on more toppings to your stew, i.e. Assorted Mushrooms (S$4.90++), Double Cheese (S$3.90++), Mozzarella Cheese (S$2.90++), Prawns & Mussels (S$5.90++) and Tteokbokki (S$2.90++). Note that these add-ons are single portion unless otherwise stated.

Dining solo? Order the “Mini” Jimdak (S$12.90++). Seoul Jjimdak is probably the only place with a one-pax option, and it really solves the problem of always having to gather more friends just to satisfy a Korean stew craving.

The next bestselling dish is none other than the tasty Budae Jjigae. The Korean Army Stew was actually created out of famine during the Korean War, where the Koreans had to make do with leftover food from US Army – hence its name, or also otherwise known as Budae Jjigae. Today, the well-loved stew is synonymous with a good Korean meal, and we have just found another reliable and affordable option.

At S$33.90++, this homemade kimchi stew – which feeds up to three pax – is served with baked beans, luncheon meat, pork belly strips, tofu and mixed vegetables. Similarly, add-on options are available, including carbs such as Ramyeon (S$2.90++) and Steamed White Rice (S$1.50++).

Now, let’s move on to the side dishes. Seoul Jjimdak’s chef-recommended Seafood Pancake (S$14.90++). The flat pancake is heavy with ingredients – with green onions, prawns and squids; crisp on the outside but moist and fluffy inside.

Koreans do their instant noodles really well. The Chicken Bulgogi Ramyeon (S$11.90++) is when you just want a simple and fuss-free lunch. The chicken is marinated with bulgogi sauce, and the ramyeon (instant noodles) is cooked with sliced capsicums, onions, mushrooms and sesame.

The soft and chewy rice cake that Koreans know as Tteokbokki is a must-try. Seoul Jjimdak’s interpretations are available in either Spicy Cheese Tteokbokki (S$11.90++) or non-spicy Royal Court Tteokbokki (S$10.90++). We thoroughly enjoyed the spicy one, with melted cheese covering the fish and rice cakes and drenched in hot and spicy sauce.

Seoul Jjimdak’s value-for-money lunch sets are some of the best deals in town. The sets range from S$9.90++ for a Kimchi Tofu Soup with Rice to S$12.90++ for Mini Boneless Jjimdak with Rice. Each set meal comes with a complimentary soft drink, and is valid from 11.30am to 5pm daily.

Of course, what’s a Korean feast without some Korean booze? Pick your poison from Chamisul Soju (S$15.90++), Grapefruit Soju (S$15.90++), Yakult Soju (S$20.90++) or Yuja Soju (S$20.90++).

From now till 31 August 2016 (between 11.30am – 3pm), Seoul Jjimdak is offering a massive 51% discount off Seoul Jjimdak and Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) to celebrate Singapore’s 51st birthday. Say whaaat?! This is the best deal ever!

Simply flash this post to the Seoul Jjimdak’s staff or quote ‘ladyironchef’. Think about it – you are only paying S$16.60++ for an authentic Korean stew that can feed two to three persons. In case you think we are kidding you, the portions remain the same; you are really getting the full works at half the price. This just gave us another reason to look forward to lunch.

Seoul Jjimdak
City Square Mall, #05-04
Singapore 208539
Tel: +65 6634 2668
Daily: 11.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park

This post is brought to you by Seoul Jjimdak.