We get it — shopping malls in Singapore are flooded with boring franchises.
But, that’s only half true. The bigger malls, such as VivoCity at Harbourfront MRT, offers many interesting cafes and restaurants to dine at — some, admittedly, are franchises. But rest assured, we chose the best ones.
VivoCity houses a lot of interesting events and pop-ups. So, whether you’re there on the weekends for something interesting to do, or you’re just shopping, here are the best things to eat at VivoCity without breaking the bank.
What to eat at VivoCity?
VivoCity restaurants
1. Mr Onigiri
2. Go Noodle House
3. Aburi-EN
4. Go Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice
5. Una Una
6. Yakiniku Like
7. Bulgogi Syo
8. Shake Shack
VivoCity cafes and bubble tea
9. Bliss Nest Capsules
10. Belle-Ville Pancakes
11. Dipndip
12. Fruit Paradise
13. Rollney
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Here are more things to eat near VivoCity.
Best restaurants at VivoCity
1. Mr Onigiri
Perfect for on-the-go bites, Mr. Onigiri is a budget-friendly Japanese take-away kiosk in VivoCity that offers onigiri sandwiches known as onigirazu.
For first-timers, the Spam with Onigiri ($4.9) is a must-try, offering a classic Okinawa-style flavour. But, if you’re looking for some adventurous flavours, get their fusion Otak-Otak Onigiri ($7.9) instead.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, B2-23D VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 10.30am-9pm
2. Go Noodle House
Indulge in Malaysian flavours at Go Noodle House, where you can try their signature bursting pork meatball at affordable prices.
The menu ranges from $8.8 to $16, with selections such as Signature Bursting Meatball Noodles, Handmade Fish Paste Noodles, and Trio Seafood Combo Noodles.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #B2 – 24 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 11am-9pm
Sat-Sun: 11am-9.30pm
3. Aburi-EN
For affordable and high-quality donburi and grilled meats in VivoCity, Aburi-EN is a top choice. This Japanese restaurant allows you to enjoy exceptional cuisine at budget-friendly prices.
Starting from just $10, their menu features highlights like the signature Buta Don ($13.9) with tender chestnut pork, the Mentaiko Chicken Don ($12.9), and the Kaisen Bara Chirashi Bowl ($18.9) for a delightful seafood option.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-159/160 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
4. Go Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice
Visit the Michelin guide restaurant, Go Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice, for an authentic and budget-friendly Thai-style chicken rice. Renowned for its tender chicken and fragrant rice, this eatery provides a delightful dining experience.
Popular dishes include the signature Chicken Rice ($5.8), Cashew Chicken ($12.5), and Sweet and Sour Fish ($15.6). They also offer authentic Thai desserts such as Steamed Tapioca with Coconut Cream and Mango Glutinous Rice.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #B2-30 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
5. Una Una
Looking for affordable unagi rice bowls? Look no further than Una Una! This restaurant in VivoCity, and also at Bugis, is known for serving budget-friendly charcoal-grilled unagi dishes.
Don’t miss their signature Unagi Hitsumabushi (starting at $18.3), featuring Nagoya-style grilled unagi served with customised soup and appetiser options. Additionally they serve other dishes such as sushi rolls and a la carte dishes.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02 – 94, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
6. Yakiniku Like
Grill your own meat at Yakiniku Like, offering value sets of Japanese teppanyaki under $20 with high quality meat slices available for you to choose. Each set includes customisable meat of your choice, rice portions, seaweed soup, and kimchi or salad.
You can choose from their value sets, such as the Karubi Set ($10.8) featuring only beef short plate or the Like Quatro Set ($17.9), which offers a selection of four different meats for you to enjoy.Popular choices include marbled Wagyu beef and tender pork belly.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-60, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
7. Bulgogi Syo
Bulgogi Syo by Seorae presents a distinctive three-step hotplate grill experience. Meals sizzle to life on hot stone pans, seared with intense 1,400-degree Celsius heat, and flambeed with special sauces before your eyes.
Enjoy affordable eats under $20 like lunch specials from 11am-4pm, featuring favourites such as Jjajangmyeon ($12.9) and Duroc Pork Belly ($19.9).
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, B2-29 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11.30am-9pm
8. Shake Shack
For a satisfying meal, Shake Shack offers classic smash burgers, crispy crinkle-cut fries, and indulgent shakes. Enjoy favourites like the ShackBurger ($10.4), Smoke Dog ($9.1), and Vanilla Shake ($7.9), all affordably priced. Opt for a set menu to maximise savings and savour the iconic flavours of Shake Shack.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-163/164 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
Best cafes and bubble tea stores at VivoCity
9. Bliss Nest Capsules
Bliss Nest Capsules offers a unique bubble tea experience that incorporates bird nest each cup as the star ingredient.
Popular choices include the Wolfberry Lychee Tea ($9.8) and the Pink Lemon Oolong Tea at ($11.8). Each cup comes with 10g of bird nest bits, and if you crave more, you can add a mini bottle of bird nest to your drink for an additional $15. Indulge in this luxurious and healthful twist on traditional bubble tea.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-91 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 11am-9pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-9.30pm
Sunday: 11am-9pm
10. Belle-Ville Pancakes
Stop by Belle-Ville Pancake & Coffee to enjoy best-selling silky, fresh, and jiggly millefeuille pancake stacks, best paired with Okinawa black tea.
Enjoy savoury bites any time of the day and choose from two to four stacks of their star menu items: MilleFeuille Pancakes in Apple Caramel (from $12.2) and Strawberry & MixBerry (from $12.4) flavours.
They also serve parfaits, shaved ice, and fruit sandwiches that start from $9.8, perfect to complement your day.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-188A in front of Tangs department store, Singapore 098585
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 11am-9.30pm
Sat-Sun: 9am-10pm
11. Dipndip
For chocolate lovers, Dipndip at Vivocity is a must-visit. This international chain specialises in decadent chocolate desserts and drinks, with budget-friendly options like Crunchy Chocolate Pancakes ($15.8), Triple Chocolate Crepe ($11.8), and the Mighty Crepe ($14.8) — each dessert features premium Belgian chocolate in milk, dark, or white varieties.
Their Instagram-worthy Chocolate Burj ($22.80) is a standout treat to share with your friends. Drop by and get your chocolate cravings satisfied.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-51 VivoCity Mall, 1, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
4. Fruit Paradise
Fruit Paradise offers exquisite fruit tarts made with lightly sweetened cream and topped with fresh fruits. Each tart features only the freshest and most delicious fruits, carefully selected by Japanese patissiers daily.
Enjoy the natural goodness of these tarts for under $20 per slice.Indulge in favourites like Classic Mix Fruit Tarts, Lychee Rose Tart, or try the Strawberry Tiramisu Tart for a delightful treat.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #01-59, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 11.30am-9.30pm
5. Rollney
Rollney is a renowned dessert brand from Malaysia specialising in Kurtos Ice Cream, a fusion of Hungarian-style warm kurtos and creamy soft-serve. Handcrafted daily, it’s crispy outside and fluffy inside.
Enjoy budget-friendly options such as Kurtos Ice Cream starting at $5 and Savory Rolls like Tuna and Hot Chilli Chicken for $5.5. Customise your Kurtos Ice Cream with choices of original, chocolate, or cinnamon kurtos, paired with Hokkaido milk or royal chocolate soft-serve, and your preferred topping sauces. You can also order kurtos and ice cream separately for a tailored dessert experience.
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-133 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
Cafes and restaurants near VivoCity
If you can’t find any suitable cafes or restaurants in this area, hop over to the nearby neighbourhoods. We have compiled various guides of the best things to eat near VivoCity:
- Tanjong Pagar (1 MRT stop away)
- Chinatown (2 MRT stops away)
- Telok Ayer (3 MRT stops away)
- Queenstown (4 MRT stops away)
- Jalan Besar (5 MRT stops away)
- Bugis (5 MRT stops away)
- Somerset (5 MRT stops away)
- Orchard (6 MRT stops away)
- Buona Vista (6 MRT stops away)
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