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20 Best Clementi Food Gems For Cheap Jjajangmyeon, $0.80 Xiao Long Bao And More

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Best Clementi food gems


Clementi boasts numerous tasty dining spots, especially with new ones popping up annually. Many of them are also located just minutes away from Clementi MRT Station and bus interchange, making them highly accessible. If you’re in the area, we recommend checking out these 20 best Clementi food places that are worth a try.

Table of Contents

  • Best Clementi food gems
    • 1. OLLA Specialty Coffee
    • 2. Xin Peng La Mian Xiao Long Bao
    • 3. Fragrance Paradise Ma La Xiang Guo
    • 4. O.BBa Jjajang Express 
    • 5. Springleaf Prata Place
    • 6. Hello! Brew Bar
    • 7. Gong Yuan Ma La Tang
    • 8. Boon Kee Wanton Noodles
    • 9. Li Yuan Mee Pok 
    • 10. 308 Fish Steamboat and Zi Char
    • 11. Mee Bagus 
    • 12. MADLYGOOD
    • 13. Soon Lee Porridge
    • 14. Huang Tu Di Xi’An Delights 
    • 15. Soi 47 
    • 16. Get Some
    • 17. MEET Noodles
    • 18. Shanghai Tan Pan-Fried Buns
    • 19. Mei Heong Yuan Dessert
    • 20. Burnt Cones
  • Best Clementi food to curb your hunger pangs


1. OLLA Specialty Coffee


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Located 10 minutes from Clementi MRT Station, OLLA Specialty Coffee serves up Western-style brunch with a variety of drinks. Their most popular brunch selections are the Smashing Avo w Scrambled Eggs ($14.80++) and the Shakshouka Baked Eggs ($15.80++). Pair your meal with their Pourover Filter Coffee ($9++) or the Signature Honey Hibiscus Iced Shaken Tea ($6.50++). If you’re looking for a sweet treat, they also offer Buttermilk Waffles with Gelato at $15.90++ with your choice of ice cream. 

Check out our OLLA Specialty Coffee feature.

Address: 381 Clementi Avenue 5, #01-402, Singapore 120381
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 8am to 4:30pm
Website
OLLA Specialty Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.

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2. Xin Peng La Mian Xiao Long Bao


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Right outside Clementi Mall is Xin Peng La Mian Xiao Long Bao, hidden inside a kopitiam. They sell affordable Shanghainese food, with their most popular item being the Xiao Long Bao. For $5, you get six pieces of juicy pork-filled dumplings. Try their Chicken Chop Noodles as well—priced at $5, you get a huge bowl of noodles with a generous amount of chicken, black fungus as well as some leafy vegetables. The ingredients complement each other well, and the affordable price keeps one coming back for more.

Read our Xiang Peng La Mian Xiao Long Bao review.

Address: 442 Clementi Avenue 3, Bistro8@Clementi, Singapore 120442
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 9.30pm
Tel: 9227 5958
Xiang Peng La Mian Xiao Long Bao is not a halal-certified eatery.


3. Fragrance Paradise Ma La Xiang Guo


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Situated at a kopitiam beside the bus interchange is Fragrance Paradise Ma La Xiang Guo. This stall’s ma la xiang guo on the more affordable side, and they offer a wide range of ingredients, including various types of meat ($3.30), seafood ($3.50), vegetables ($1.50), mushrooms ($2.80), and instant noodles ($1.50), the latter boasting a springy QQ texture. If you’re looking to satisfy your ma la xiang guo cravings, this is one of the options you can consider.

Address: 443 Clementi Avenue 3, Food Pavilion, Singapore 120443
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Fragrance Paradise Ma La Xiang Guo is not a halal-certified eatery.


4. O.BBa Jjajang Express 


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Westies can get their Korean food fix at O.BBa Jjajang Express’s Clementi outlet! Though their shop is located inside a kopitiam, don’t be fooled by it as their food is authentic and affordably priced. Try their Jjampong priced at $10.50, which comes with fresh seafood such as mussels and prawns. Alternatively, they also offer Jjajangmyeon, Korean noodles in black bean sauce at $7.90. If you’re looking for small bites, get their Kimchi Dumplings, priced at $3.90 for three.

Address: 450 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-271, Singapore 120450
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9pm
Website
O.BBa Jjajang Express is not a halal-certified eatery.


5. Springleaf Prata Place


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If you’re looking for a 24-hour supper spot, Springleaf Prata Place is here to satisfy your cravings. They serve your usual Indian Muslim cuisine with a twist, as seen with interesting creations such as Prata Alfredo ($11.80) and Salted Egg Prawn Prata ($12.90). Otherwise, classics such as the Plain Prata ($1.40), Egg Prata ($2.50), and Plaster Prata ($2.60) are sold here. They also offer unique mocktail creations such as Lychee-Tini and Shirley Cherry, both priced at $5.30 each. 

Address: 1 West Coast Drive, #01-108/109, NEWest, Singapore 128020
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours
Tel: 6996 4962
Website
Springleaf Prata Place is a halal-certified eatery.


6. Hello! Brew Bar


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Hello! Brew Bar offers an extensive menu with an array of interesting drinks. Their bestsellers include the Roasted Creme Brulee Pudding Milk Tea, Coconut Shake with Coconut Pudding, and the Honeydew Sago, all affordably priced at $3.90. You can also choose to upsize your drink for just $1!

Check out our Hello Brew Bar feature.


Address: 449 Clementi Avenue 3, Clementi Town Centre, #01-233, Singapore 120449
Opening hours: Daily 8:45am to 9:30pm
Website
Hello! Brew Bar is not a halal-certified eatery.

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7. Gong Yuan Ma La Tang


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Gong Yuan Ma La Tang opened at The Clementi Mall in 2024, making it a great pitstop for mala lovers. For broth, choose from the likes of creamy Ma La Soup, tangy Pickled Vegetable Soup, or the classic Tomato Soup. Gong Yuan Ma La Tang’s broths are on the richer side, so we recommend having a cold drink ready before you dig in. Whether you choose meat, fish, or vegetables, you’re only charged according to the total weight of ingredients you’ve picked. What’s best is that free-flow condiments such as soy sauce, chopped red chilli, diced garlic and more are available.

Address: 3155 Commonwealth Avenue West, #B1-28, Singapore 129588
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Website
Gong Yuan Ma La Tang is not a halal-certified eatery. 


8. Boon Kee Wanton Noodles


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Located at Clementi 448 Market and Food Centre, Boon Kee Wanton Noodle is a family-run stall that has been popular amongst residents. As the name suggests, they are famous for their Wanton Noodles, which cost $4 and $5 for the small and big sizes, respectively. Alternatively, their Ipoh Hor Fun ($4/5) sees silky smooth hor fun doused in fragrant sesame oil and oyster sauce. If you’re looking for a light bite, you can also opt for their sides, such as the Fried Dumpling ($5 for five pieces)

Address: 448 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-40, Clementi 448 Market & Food Centre, Singapore 120448
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 6am to 2:30pm
Boon Kee Wanton Noodle is not a halal-certified eatery.


9. Li Yuan Mee Pok 


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Li Yuan Mee Pok dishes out unique noodle creations such as their Japanese Fusion mee pok in flavours such as Miso ($7) and Shoyu ($8). For $10, you can get their Char Siew Japanese Mee Pok in your preferred flavour. If fusion food is not for you, you can also choose their Crayfish Mee Pok or their Large Prawn Noodle, both priced at $10

Address: 710 Clementi West Street 2, #01-247, Rong Fa Coffee Shop, Singapore 120710
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 7am to 7pm, Sun-Mon 7am to 3pm
Tel: 9748 3496
Website
Li Yuan Mee Pok is not a halal-certified eatery.


10. 308 Fish Steamboat and Zi Char


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308 Fish Steamboat and Zi Char is the perfect place for family gatherings during occasions such as Chinese New Year. It’s a must to get their Signature Fish Steamboat (price TBD) while you’re there. What’s interesting is that the fish is deboned and served separately! Aside from that, they also offer a myriad of zi char dishes to share, such as Hot Plate Deer Meat (from $20), Yam Ring ($25), and Crab Meat Shark Fin Soup (from $40)

Address: 308 Clementi Avenue 4, Singapore 120308
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11am to 10:30pm
Tel: 6777 7455
308 Fish Steamboat and Zi Char is not a halal-certified eatery.


11. Mee Bagus 


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Mee Bagus is a Muslim-friendly stall selling renditions of local noodle dishes. Get the Mee Bagus Special ($7.30), an upgraded version of halal bak chor mee. Ingredients include abalone and squid slices, chicken breast meat, fishballs, meatballs, mushrooms, and a lava egg. Spice lovers can try the Volcano Ayam ($7.30), which is served with their volcano sambal on top of the above-mentioned ingredients. There are also side dishes such as Crispy Wonton ($5.50 for 12 pieces). Although the shop is located inside a kopitiam, it is decorated to make it feel like you’re dining in a modern, casual restaurant instead. 

Read our Mee Bagus review.

Address: 380 Clementi Avenue 5, #01-376, Kedai Kopi, Singapore 120380
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 9pm
Tel: 6755 6900
Mee Bagus is a halal-certified eatery.


12. MADLYGOOD


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MADLYGOOD is a cafe at The Clementi Mall with indulgent waffles, crepes and more. They are known for their Original Buttermilk Waffles (from $11.50), in particular the Pistachio Creme Waffles ($16.50). Alternatively, opt for their Nutella Brownie Crepe ($14.50) if you like chocolate-laden desserts. 

MADLYGOOD also offers a variety of drinks—caffeinated and non-caffeinated—for you to choose from. These include their Milkshakes (from $9.50), Kombucha (from $6), or their Espresso (from $4.50) options. 

Address: 3155 Commonwealth Avenue West, #05-22, The Clementi Mall, Singapore 129588
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 8044 7130
Website
MADLYGOOD is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.


13. Soon Lee Porridge


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Soon Lee Porridge is well-known among residents for serving up hearty bowls of Hainanese Porridge. They offer three types of porridge, namely pork, chicken, or fish, and prices range from $4 to $6 regardless of the type of protein you choose. There is also an option to add an egg for an additional $0.50. Soon Lee’s porridge is generally thicker than other places, and contains fried shallots and green onions as well. 

Read our Soon Lee Porridge review.

Address: 448 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-50, Clementi 448 Market and Food Centre, Singapore 120448
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6am to 8:30pm, Sat 6am to 4pm
Soon Lee Porridge is not a halal-certified eatery.


14. Huang Tu Di Xi’An Delights 


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Focusing on Shaanxi Province cuisine, one Xi’An native set up Huang Tu Di Xi’An Delights to bring said cuisine to our shores. Located at 321 Clementi, the restaurant’s signature dish is the 3-in-1 Biang Biang noodles ($11.80++). Other options include the Zha Jiang Noodles ($9.50++) and Rou Jia Mo ($6.80++), otherwise known as the Meat Bun. The food is highly raved about by many since their portion is said to be huge. Most of their food is made to be really spicy, but you can opt to change it according to your preference

Address: 321 Clementi Avenue 3, #02-08, 321 Clementi Mall, Singapore 129905
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6902 5480
Website
Huang Tu Di Xi’An Delights is not a halal-certified eatery.


15. Soi 47 


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If you’re looking to satiate your Thai food cravings, look no further than Soi 47! Located two stops away from Clementi MRT Station, Soi 47 is a convenient option for those living in the West. Their popular options include Claypot Tang Hoon with Prawns ($14.50), Steamed Seabass with Thai Lime Sauce ($22), and Pineapple Fried Rice ($6.50). Soi 47 also caters to those with a sweet tooth, selling renowned desserts such as Red Ruby ($3.50) and Mango Sticky Rice ($5.50). Aside from that, they also sell typical drinks such as Thai Milk Tea from $3.50, so drop by here to fix your Thai food cravings!

Read our Soi 47 review.

Address: 354 Clementi Avenue 2, #01-235, Singapore 120354
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 10pm
Tel: 6355 4747
Website
Soi 47 is not a halal-certified eatery.

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16. Get Some


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Get Some is where you and your friends can come together and enjoy Western-Chinese fusion food and drinks. What’s special about this place is that they curate a variety of Craft Beers On Tap from both local and international breweries, with prices starting from $12 during their happy hour. Alternatively, they also offer non-alcoholic drinks such as soft drinks ($3) and mocktails ($8.90) too. Pair your drinks with their mains such as Seafood Laksa Pasta ($17.90), 8-piece Prawn Paste Chicken ($12.90), and Pizza with different toppings from $17.90

Address: 727 Clementi West Street 2, #01-282, Singapore 120727
Opening hours: Mon 5pm to 12am, Tue-Sun 10:30am to 12am
Tel: 8014 7157
Website
Get Some is not a halal-certified eatery.


17. MEET Noodles


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If hand-pulled noodles are right up your alley, you have to try MEET Noodles in Clementi, which specialises in authentic Lanzhou la mian. The Braised Beef Noodle ($7.50) is packed with a robust flavour and stars ultra-tender chunks of beef. But if you prefer something spicier, get the Sour Spicy Noodle ($7.90/$9.50) or Hot Chilli Oil Noodle ($5.80). The former consists of chewy noodles sitting in a fiery and tangy broth, while the latter is flat and dry noodles coated in a chilli oil mix. 

Read our MEET Noodles review.

Address: 3151 Commonwealth Avenue West, #01-15, Grantral Mall @ Clementi, Singapore 129581
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 10:30pm
Tel: 8787 1285

Website
MEET Noodles is not a halal-certified eatery.

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18. Shanghai Tan Pan-Fried Buns


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Located at level 1 of 321 Clementi is Shanghai Tan Pan-Fried Buns, a casual Chinese eatery specialising in affordable noodles and dim sum. The Noodles Served with Shredded Pork & Preserved Vegetable ($8.30++) sees a comforting bowl of Chinese la mian tossed in savoury suan cai tang. Alternatively, rice options include the Fried Rice with Bacon, Egg and Crispy Pork Chop ($14.80++) and the Fried Rice with Bacon, Shrimps and Egg ($10.80++). Mains aside, the restaurant is also best known for its dim sum, such as the Shanghai Tan Pan-ried Bun Platter ($7.80++), featuring two prawn and two pork buns. The meat is encased in crispy dumpling skin, with juices oozing out each time you take a bite. Alternatively, the Signature Steamed Pork “Xiao Long Bao” ($6.30++ for five) is also a crowd favourite.

Address: 321 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-12, Singapore 129905
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Shanghai Tan Pan-Fried Buns is not a halal-certified eatery.


19. Mei Heong Yuan Dessert


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Located beside Boleh Boleh food court is Mei Heong Yuan Dessert, a traditional Chinese dessert spot popular among diners, especially after dinner hours. Here, you can get shaved ice in Green Tea, Mango, Strawberry, and even Sesame flavours at $6.50 each. Alternatively, their Mango Roll ($4.50) is a delicious option, starring sweet mango cubes in QQ mochi skin.


Check out our Mei Heong Yuan Dessert feature.

Address: 3155 Commonwealth Avenue West, #04-19, The Clementi Mall, Singapore 129588
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 9:30 pm
Website
Mei Hong Yuan Dessert is not a halal-certified eatery.


20. Burnt Cones


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Burnt Cones is the go-to gelato spot for late-night supper among residents nearby. Following the success at their OG Clementi outlet, the cafe has expanded to new locations, including ones in Kent Ridge and Thomson. A Premium Single Scoop is priced at $5, and a Double Scoop is priced at $9. Their Signature Single Scoop and Supremo Single Scoop go for $6 and $7, respectively. Flavours change occasionally, but the bestselling 85% Dark Choc ($7) and Bronte Pistachio ($6) remain a constant favourite, where the latter is said to be creamy and thick with a roasted nutty aroma.

Pair your gelato with their signature Buttermilk Waffles ($7), which boast a crispy exterior and fluffy interior. For drinks, opt for their Flat White (from $5), Hazelnut Chocolate (from $7), or Matcha Latte (from $6)

Check out our Burnt Cones review.

Address: 105 Clementi Street 12, #01-02, Singapore 120105
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 12am
Tel: 9711 1097
Website
Burnt Cones is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork, lard, or alcohol.

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Best Clementi food to curb your hunger pangs


It is time to jio your makan kakis down for a food trail in Clementi to savour all the good food that you have missed. As all these food stalls are accessible, there is no reason for you to turn them down.

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