Holland Village food guide: 15 best places to eat in the neighbourhood
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Tired of your usual fare at the office or at home? Do you want to go to a place where you can enjoy the food in a hip setting? Or are you simply craving for good old comfort food? Maybe it’s time to rediscover Holland Village food for your ultimate gastronomic adventure in Singapore!
Also known as Holland V, Holland Village started out as a Dutch community in the early 1900s. It was named after Hugh Holland, an architect who made the settlement his home. What started out as plantation estates became residences of the British Army and their families.
Thus, shops were established to cater to the needs of its residents. From there to now, the neighbourhood has changed but it still maintains its quaint vibe.
With our guide to the 15 best for food in Holland Village, you can never go wrong, as we have everything for every craving!
For those who frequent Holland Village, Nakhon Kitchen shouldn’t be a stranger. Known for their affordable mouth-watering authentic Thai cuisine, this no-frills restaurant has been receiving rave reviews for a long time now.
An expansive menu is available, perfect for bigger groups of friends or family members. Thai food aficionados swear by their thick base Tom Yum Soup, packed with dynamic flavours coming from the spices. For a safe bet, go for their crispy Chicken Wings, perfect for sharing with your buddies.
Sure, there are lots of ramen shops in the Lion City, but Sanpoutei Ramen in the village is different from the rest! They’re known for their rich and flavourful signature Niigata broth, which is chicken and pork bone with two types of sardines.
Handmade noodles top it off with extremely tender slices of cha su, fresh crunchy bamboo shoots, grilled seaweed and a soft boiled egg. They also offer other Japanese dishes to complement your meal.
Located right near the Holland Village MRT exit, this contemporary Cantonese restaurant is sure not to be missed! Their myriad of intricate and sophisticated cuisines makes it ideal for bigger groups to drop by for a casual lunch or dinner.
A must-try here is their signature Mixed Platter – a visually pleasing plate of honey glazed char siew and hakka kurobuta pork. For those with a sweet-tooth, their refreshing Osmanthus Raindrop Cake is a great choice for dessert.
Hearty Italian dishes just like an Italian grandma would make – that is what La Nonna dishes up. Pasta is on top of the list of must-tries, with their classic homemade Gnocchi and the Risotto with butternut squash. Pizza is also a bestseller which you can enjoy in the ambiance of a trattoria.
Not to mention, they have amazing deals frequently such as their 1-for-1 weekly lunch deals, and 30per cent off dinners.
Comfort food with home cooked goodness best describes the food here. The place is named after Chef and owner Otto Weibel, a renowned Swiss chef who settled in Singapore in the early 1970s.
The bistro serves up Beef Stroganoff Fettuccine, Pulled Pork Burger and Burnt Banana Waffles with Peanut Butter Gelato. They also have a well-stocked deli of seafood, meat, cheese and other seasonal items.
Aside from the high-end and hip restaurants, Holland Village is also famous for hawker food centres. Ru Ji Kitchen serves up heritage hawker food – the delicious Fishball Noodle. Every day, fish balls are freshly made with fish meat and flour.
These fish balls with soup are then served with noodles in sambal sauce. Ru Ji Kitchen has multiple outlets all over Singapore, but it all started at the Holland Drive Market and Food Centre. Be ready for a long queue though!
Kway teow, which is stir-fried rice noodles with seafood in a soy and chili sauce, is another favorite hawker fare. The best-fried kway teow in Holland V is at Guan Kee at the Ghim Moh Food Centre. The secret behind their great tasting dish?
Double frying! Each individual plate of kway teow is refried in the wok, making the chewy noodles extra appetizing and fragrant. For $3 a serving, you have to be willing to wait in line for 30 minutes to get a taste. But it’s worth the wait, as the chefs here have been perfecting this dish for over 40 years!
These days, there are more vegetarian and vegan eateries popping up locally. Original Sin is one of the crowd favourite places for wholesome and filling Mediterranean meals in Holland Village. Tuck into dishes such as Tandoori Skewers and Spaghetti Burrata.
If you’re feeling adventurous, give their customisable pizza a try! Although the dishes are a tad bit expensive, their brilliant ambiance and quiet location makes it great for special occasions.
Monki Cafe is another hidden gem in Holland Village. Dedicated to creating delicious and authentic Taiwanese cuisines, this cosy little cafe is perfect for both lunch fares and afternoon teas. Tantalising items include Braised Pork Rice and Taiwan Mee Sua.
Definitely also give their all natural in-house smoothies a go, they’re packed with nutritious goodness without the additional sugar and flavourings!
Fosters Restaurant is best known for its extensive Western menu and wonderful ambiance. Whether you are enjoying a steak dinner with your loved one, or with friends, they will surely have something for every palate. Expect dishes such as their Carpetbag Steak and their Fosters Club Sandwich.
Craving for some Chicken Tikka or Kebab? Kinara’s North Indian cuisine will hit the spot just right. Here, you’ll find a smorgasbord of dishes including their signature North Indian dishes such as the Palak Paneer and Butter Chicken. They also have beautiful curries that go perfectly well with their 12 types of naan bread.
The restaurant’s beautiful interiors also add to the mystique of Indian cuisine.
It is said that one never gets tired of Laksa. So if your taste buds are looking for that perfect blend of creaminess, and spice, try the laksa at 363 Katong Laksa. Don’t skip their Nasi Lemak as well which is very fragrant rice with crispy chicken wings.
They also offer Chinese dishes such as Black Pepper Chicken Rice and Curry Fish Cutlet Rice.
As we near the end of our list, let’s see where you can enjoy sweet endings to your meal at the village. First up is Tai Cheong Bakery, which is extremely well-known for their Signature Egg Tarts. They also have snacks like Chicken Pie and Cheese Tarts.
For Singapore, they have created a Durian Tart which will satisfy any Durian lover. Even on weekday afternoons you’ll see crowds forming at the bakery!
Thinking about going healthy with the food places at Holland Village? Check out Project Acai for a sweet healthy treat! Project Acai is proof that the Brazilian superfood (acai berries) is more than just a passing fad. Here, you can have your sweet dessert and eat it too, without the guilt.
You have so many choices from grains to fresh fruits, which tops the frozen acai berry puree. For dessert, a small cup will do, but a large cup can take the place of one meal if you want to.
Whoever thought that dessert making can be avant-garde and artistic? This dessert bar certainly thinks so, with its ever-changing menu of exquisite dessert creations which are works of art by themselves.
It’s a perfect place for occasional romantic couple dates, or just grab your dessert-loving friends here for a treat! Come here often and you will find something to surprise your palate every time!
Besides the restaurants and stalls listed above, you can always find a new place to eat at Holland Village. Other popular spots include a salad bar, delicious Thai food, burgers and live music bars for a long night out.
There you have it – at Holland Village, there is truly something for every taste, every palate, and every craving.
Go to experience it yourself and do it soon.
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This article was first published in Shopback.