Welcome to Chinatown.

Here’s a perfect way to celebrate Yum Cha's 24-year journey—bringing back nostalgic dim sum favorites at an irresistible $2.40++ per item! These nine iconic dishes each brought back a unique flavor memory and left us craving more.

Every bite reminded us why these dishes are fan favorites. The Fried Yam with Scallop was crispy with a delicate touch of seafood, while the Braised Pork with Preserved Vegetables offered that comforting, melt-in-the-mouth flavor we can't get enough of. For something with a hint of sweetness, the Golden Pumpkin Dumpling and Pumpkin Yam Golden Cake each brought out rich, autumn-inspired flavors.

We also loved the Scallop Roll in Filo Dough—its light, flaky texture balanced beautifully with tender scallop filling. Lucky Tangerine Fried Prawn Balls not only had us admiring their presentation but savoring the burst of prawn flavor with every bite. For a twist, the Otak Siew Mai and Black Garlic Shrimp Dumplings delivered complex flavors, while the Squid Ink Dumpling added a subtle briny depth that was a pleasant surprise.

And the Tea Pot Bun? The pièce de résistance of the anniversary celebration! It was a playful treat with a perfectly fluffy texture that paired wonderfully with Yum Cha's signature tea.

If you’re thinking of trying these, definitely go for one of each—they’re expertly made, nostalgic, and worth every cent.

I cannot resist ordering Xlb when there is one on the menu. Got mine immediately after placing the order. Each dumpling is packed with a spoonful of soup. Lovely when eaten hot but I find the skin a little thick.

These chili crab pan fried buns are a must order!!!
Despite it being tabao-ed, the bottom of the bun was still very crispy. The top of the bun is soft and fluffy and it burst with juice when you bite into it. Lots of crab meat inside but eat with care as there were some shells in mine. Definitely handmade!

Lucky day for me as the queue was not too long!
Noodles are slightly thinner than those from well known restaurants but texture was good and goes well with the soup which was really nice to drink. Beef was a bit too vein-y and tough though. Can’t complain for this price point

[Chinatown, Singapore 🇸🇬]

Recently visited Good Combo Hotpot & BBQ for its signature buffet (S$34.79)/ pax during weekend. The buffet was about 90 minutes long. I like that each person had its own personal mini griller and hotpot, although both looked kind of small. Don’t forget to help oneself to the griller paper, disposable glove, and disposable apron at the table. For choice of soup base, I selected Norishing Chicken Fishmaw Broth, which was rich and creamy with pieces of fishmaw and chicken it. My partner had the Mega Shrimp Broth 巨无霸虾沕 (S$4.80) which was rich and packed with big pieces of prawn.

There’s complimentary condiment bar when one can build your own dip.

For drinks, we ordered Cold Barley (S$3/ 500ml) and Cold Brew Oolong Tea (S$3/ 500ml) which came in cute little bear and ducky shaped bottles.

We ended the meal with a choice of ice cream. Don’t forget to get the fragrance mist to negate the smell of barbecue on the body, hair, and clothing before leaving the restaurant.

左煮右烤 Good Combo Hotpot & BBQ @goodcombo_hotpotbbq
Address 🛖 : 75 Pagoda Street, Singapore 🇸🇬 059234
Open 🕰️ : 11.30am - 1.30am
MRT 🚇 : Chinatown (DT19/ NE4)
Note 📝 : Got free WIFI

Went on a sat but pandan beancurd was not avail. Their normal beancurd is very smooth. They used white sugar syrup and soya milk to sweeten the beancurd. It was not too sweet at normal sugar level. The taro balls came in diff flavours - chestnut, taro, sweet potato and sesame. It was chewy but abit bland. Overall, a good bowl of beancurd.

Kiwi Passion fruit w basil n walnut mousse. Light, not too sour as well. Cute craving of kiwi on top

If you’re a tofu lover, make your way to Lao Si Chuan Dou Hua Zhuang, famous for its signature tofu beancurd! A must-try dish that’s as silky and flavourful as it gets

And for #BurppleBeyond members, you’re in for a treat. With their 1-for-1 Main Dish deal, order the Signature Beancurd and get a free dish, either the crispy Chongqing Deep-Fried Chicken or the irresistible Salted Egg Coated Corn.

Photo by Burppler Khaw Han Chung

If you’re a Sichuan cuisine lover, make your way to Guo Jiang (锅匠), nestled in the heart of Chinatown, for a fiery feast with their exclusive 1-for-1 Mains or Dry Pots deal! 🔥 Indulge in bold flavours like the Fragrant Spicy Crayfish or the Mala Claypot Beef, perfect for satisfying your spice cravings.

✨ The deal applies to large-size dry pots (priced at $46.80 and above), and you’ll get a free dish from options priced at $32.80 or below. Grab your foodie friends and get ready for a deliciously spicy adventure!

Although this stall is not located at the actual S-11, but it is within the same blok at another coffee shop all the way till the end at the corner under Kou Wei Eating House.

Some of you may hear some news about this stall called the Cuppage Fried Guo Tiao recently as the owner retired. Thankfully the owner found someone to continue the legacy at this coffee shop.

Wok hey taste of fried kway teow to savour during lunch time with fish cake and cockles.

They have 2 outlets here with one for takeaway and another for dine-in.

The dine-in outlet offers a much comfortable space to enjoy your meal under air-conditioned mall.

Here you can have more options such as their noodles offering on the top of their signature baos.

Went for their tomato egg noodles that comes with generous portion of tomato and scrambled egg on the top of noodles. Accompanied by a piece of veggies.

I also tried Dry Ramen with Grilled Beef ($17.90). The grilled rib eye is tender and the Korean ramen is thick and chewy. This is tasty and not too salty - reminds me of Jjapaguri with steak as featured in the Korean movie Parasite (which I attempted to recreate during Circuit Breaker😂).