Gino’s East x Tenderfresh: Famous Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza Chain Returns To SG

Gino’s East x Tenderfresh: Famous Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza Chain Returns To SG

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Gino’s East x Tenderfresh returns with famous deep-dish pizza

Gino’s East Singapore is back after their pop-up in Yishun in early 2024! This time round, the famous Chicago deep-dish pizza chain is launching four signature pizza flavours and an expanded menu at four locations across the island: Tenderfresh Classic at Our Tampines Hub and Cheong Chin Nam, as well as Tenderbest Makcik Tuckshop at Mega @ Woodlands and Jalan Kayu.

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Gino’s East has been around since 1966. The Michelin-mentioned chain is best known for their nine-inch, deep-dish pizzas, starring a thick, golden crust made with a secret recipe.

While their other branches in the US are non-halal—pork and alcohol are used there—this SG outpost serves only halal-certified pizzas. The pizza dough is prepared in a central kitchen in Singapore every morning, using carefully sourced ingredients, before it’s assembled and fired up at the restaurant right before serving. Do note that there is a waiting time of around 15 minutes.


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Diners can look forward to four signature nine-inch deep-dish pizzas at all four outlets: crowd-favourites Cheesy Legend ($29) and Spinach Margherita ($28), popular Meaty Legend ($33), and the newly launched Beef Pepperoni Supreme ($30)

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Whatever flavour you choose, the ingredients and cheese will be layered onto the thick pizza base first, before a heaping serving of house-made sauce is piled on top. Each pie is finished with parmesan cheese for an extra-cheesy affair.

When we tried the spinach pizza during their previous pop-up, it was a clear winner for us. This pie came loaded with a creamy and buttery spinach layer that paired well with the fresh mozzarella and basil.

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The cheese pull for this pizza turned out the best, too.


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If you love anything with cheese, try the Cheesy Legend flavour, which comprises four types: Italian mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, and fresh mozzarella. 

We’re not sure how long this pizza collaboration will last, so make sure you come by earlier to get your fix!


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When compared to most pizzas readily available in Singapore, Gino’s East pizzas are much saucier and cheesier, with a thicker and denser crust that’s slightly crispy. The dough also boasts a unique golden-yellow shade, thanks to a secret ingredient.

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If pizzas aren’t enough, zhng up your meal with a new range of dishes introduced by Gino’s East Singapore. There’s the Chicken Parmigiana Pasta ($13.90) with breaded chicken, the Pasta Alfredo with Smoked Duck ($11.90) featuring creamy fusilli, zucchini, and smoked duck breast and more. If you want some light bites, get the Garlic Bread Bruschetta ($6.90) or Chicken Parmigiana Sub ($14.90) served in a toasted baguette with fries!

For more pizzerias to check out, read our Fortuna Singapore review. Alternatively, read our guide to the best Korean fried chicken in Singapore. 

Website | Full list of locations
Tenderfresh Classic and Gino’s East Singapore are halal-certified.


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Photos taken by Casandra Nicholas.
This was a media tasting at Tenderfresh.




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