5 Best Taiwanese Restaurants in Singapore with Authentic Flavors

Din Tai Fung is famous for its steamed dumplings. The branch at Marina Bay Sands is one of the best places in town to enjoy delicious dumplings at reasonable prices, despite its location.

FOOD: Besides dumplings, Din Tai Fung offers many other delicious Taiwanese dishes, categorized as appetizers, snacks, soups, noodles and rice, vegetables, steamed buns, steamed snacks, desserts, beverages, and Asian delights.

FOOD ORDERING PROCESS: An efficient ordering process is a key feature of Din Tai Fung’s packed restaurant, fulfilling diners’ needs in an effective way. When requesting a table, diners are handed menus to peruse the offerings of the restaurant. Once orders have been filled out on an ordering card, it is quickly whisked away and food is brought to the table promptly and usually all at once.

MUST-TRIES:

• Xiao long baos
• Shrimp dumplings
• Chilli crab dumplings
• Pork buns
• Drunken chicken
• Steamed chicken soup
• Fried rice with porkchop
• Braised beef noodles

PRICES:

• Dumplings and side dishes cost from $7++
• Main dishes such as noodles or fried rice cost from $8++

Tai One Wei is a recently opened Taiwanese restaurant in Singapore, which offers a cozy dining experience and reasonably priced dishes.

The restaurant has gained popularity since its opening, as visitors have fallen in love with its homemade dishes, which are prepared by chef Tony Chen, who is originally from Nantou, Taiwan.

The menu is a blend of both traditional and modern Taiwanese dishes and snacks, with authentic flavors that are sure to satisfy any foodie.

MUST-TRIES:

• Crispy Squid Mouth
• Stir-fried Lufa with Clams
• Stir-Fried Fern with Cordia Dichotoma
• Crispy Fried Oyster
• Braised Pork Intestines
• Crispy Egg Tofu with Pork
• Handmade Taiwan Sausage
• Taiwan Preserved Radish Omelette

PRICES:

• Specials: S$15 to S$18
• Fried Food: S$10 to S$15
• Seafood: S$18 to S$20
• Meat: S$15
• Soup: S$10
• Taiwanese Snacks: S$10 to S$18
• Taiwanese Drinks: S$3 to S$4
• Beer: S$5 to S$10

LOOK & FEEL: Tai One Wei has a small, narrow space, which limits its seating capacity. The decor is designed to align with the home-style concept of the restaurant, featuring minimalistic furnishings and simple decor. Some tables are accompanied by chairs, while others feature stools.

NOTE: During peak hours and on weekends, the restaurant can become quite busy, and due to its limited seating capacity, there may be a wait for a table. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance and arrive on time to ensure timely seating.

For an authentic Taiwanese cuisine experience, give 8 Degrees Taiwanese Bistro on Kovan a spin! Its menu features many of the Taiwanese well-loved street food, classics, desserts, and beer, making it a good spot for a fix of salted crispy chicken, pork belly rice, bubble tea, and more.

MUST-TRIES:

• Pork Belly Rice
• Scallion chicken rice
• Salted Crispy Chicken
• Century Egg Tofu With Pork Floss
• Golden Salted Egg Yolk Prawn Ball
• Oyster Mee Sua
• Chitterling Mee Sua
• Bubble Tea

PRICES:

• Rice bowls: S$6.60
• Mee sua: S$6.60
• Side dishes and Snacks: S$2.10 – S$6.60
• Noodles: S$7.70 – S$10.80
• Veggies: S$6.60 – S$10.80
• Milk tea: S$6.60 – S$.60
• Coffee: S$4.30 – S$6.50
• Desserts: S$5.30 – S$6.50
• Brick toasts: S$6

Lai Lai Taiwan Casual Dining, a delightful casual dining spot in City Square Mall, is an authentic Taiwanese restaurant that offers fragrant meals and dishes at reasonable prices. It boasts a comforting dining experience with a homey ambiance, simple yet cozy decor, and ample seating for guests.

MUST-TRIES:

• Beef Noodles
• 3 Cup Chicken
• Taiwan Vermicelli
• Braised Pork Rice
• Minced Pork Rice
• Chicken Cutlet

PRICES:

• Beef noodles: S$14.90
• Rice bowls: S$10.90 – S$15.90
• Noodles: S$8.90 – S$13.90
• Claypots: S$9.90 – S$13.90
• Side dishes: S$3.90 – S$9.90
• Kid meals: S$9.90
• Lunch sets: S$12.90 – S$17.90
• Toasts: S$6.90
• Desserts: S$5.90
• Bubble tea: S$4.90 – S$5.90
• Coffee and tea: S$2.90 – S$4.90

Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks is a popular Taiwanese restaurant chain in Southeast Asia that feature the tastes of the famous Shihlin Night Market in Taipei. Its location at 313@Somerset serves classic Taiwanese street snacks, including the famous Crispy Chicken.

MENU: The menu at Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks consists of Value Sets that are essentially based on the main menu. As a fast food chain, their menu is not that extensive. However, there are decent choices in mains and a few sides to complement them. 

MUST-TRIES:

• Crispy Chicken
• Handmade Oyster Mee Sua
• Crispy Floss Egg Crepe
• Sweet Plum Potato Fries

PRICES:

• Value Sets: $11.90 to $12.90
• Mains: $6.90 to $9.90
• Sides: $3.90 to $4.80
• Drinks: $2.90 to $3.90

LOOK & FEEL: Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks at 313@Somerset is essentially a quick-service counter where you can grab your food to go or eat it in the mall. The counter is styled in the color scheme of the brand.