{"id":65928,"date":"2024-07-28T10:00:50","date_gmt":"2024-07-28T02:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=65928"},"modified":"2024-07-24T17:36:25","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T09:36:25","slug":"best-traditional-dessert-shop-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/best-traditional-dessert-shop-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Best Traditional Dessert Shops In Singapore For Your Next Dessert Fix"},"content":{"rendered":"

With our nation\u2019s birthday coming up on August 9 <\/span>followed by the holidays<\/span>, it\u2019s time to celebrate the occasion with some yummy traditional desserts with your <\/span>family and <\/span>friends. Whether it\u2019s the iconic chendol or some decadent almond paste, stick to your roots and satisfy that sweet tooth at these b<\/span>est traditional dessert shops in Singapore!<\/span>
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Overview of the best traditional dessert shops in Singapore (2024)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Region<\/b><\/td>\nShop Name<\/b><\/td>\nAddress<\/b><\/td>\nOpening Hours<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
North<\/span><\/td>\nMei Heong Yuen<\/span><\/td>\n1 North Point Drive, #02-171 S(768019)<\/span><\/td>\nDaily, 12pm \u2013 9.30pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bing Tang Tang Shui<\/span><\/td>\n15 Thomson Hills Drive, Singapore 574759<\/span><\/td>\nWed \u2013 Thurs: 4.30pm \u2013 1.30am,<\/span><\/p>\n

Fri \u2013 Sat: 12pm \u2013 1.30am,<\/span><\/p>\n

Sun: 12pm \u2013 12am<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

South<\/span><\/td>\nGreen Sky Dessert<\/span><\/td>\nRedhill Food Centre, 85 Redhill Lane, #01-60, Singapore 150085<\/span><\/td>\nThurs \u2013 Sun: 1pm \u2013 9pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jin Jin Dessert<\/span><\/td>\nABC Brickworks Market & Food Centre, 6 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-21, S(150006)<\/span><\/td>\nTues: 12pm \u2013 9pm,<\/span><\/p>\n

Closed on Wed,<\/span><\/p>\n

Thurs \u2013 Sun: 12pm \u2013 10pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

115 Tang Shui<\/span><\/td>\n335 Smith Street, #02-206, S(050335)<\/span><\/td>\nWed \u2013 Sun: 7.30am \u2013 4.30pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Central<\/span><\/td>\nTian Wang D\u2019Sweet<\/span><\/td>\n50 Keong Saik Road, S(089154)<\/span><\/td>\nMon \u2013 Fri: 5pm \u2013 2am<\/span><\/p>\n

Sat \u2013 Sun: 3pm \u2013 2am<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Ah Chew Desserts<\/span><\/td>\n1 Liang Seah Street, #01-10\/11, S(189032)<\/span><\/td>\nMon \u2013 Fri: 12.30pm \u2013 12am,<\/span><\/p>\n

Sat: 1.30pm \u2013 1am,<\/span><\/p>\n

Sun: 1.30pm \u2013 12am<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Chow Zan Dessert<\/span><\/td>\n801 North Bridge Road, S(198769)<\/span><\/td>\nDaily, 1.30pm \u2013 11pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
East<\/span><\/td>\n75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup<\/span><\/td>\nGolden Mile Food Centre, 505 Beach Road, #01-75, S(199583)<\/span><\/td>\nMon \u2013 Fri: 11am \u2013 8.15pm,<\/span><\/p>\n

Sat \u2013 Sun: 10am \u2013 8.15pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Yat Ka Yan<\/span><\/td>\nFortune Centre, 190 Middle Road, #02-08, S(188979)<\/span><\/td>\nMon, Wed \u2013 Thur: 1.30pm \u2013 10pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Fri \u2013 Sun: 1.30pm \u2013 11pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Jin Yu Man Tang<\/span><\/td>\nThe Flow@East Coast, 66 East Coast Road, #01-03, S(428778)<\/span><\/td>\nDaily, 11.30am \u2013 10.30pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
West<\/span><\/td>\nKim Lotus Dessert\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nBlock 463 Jurong West Street 41, #01-568, 640463<\/span><\/td>\nMon \u2013 Sat: 8.30am \u2013 7.30pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Sun: 8.30am \u2013 5.30pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Tang Tavern<\/span><\/td>\n6 Clementi Road, #01-08 Jk Village, Singapore 129741<\/span><\/td>\nMon \u2013 Thurs: 5pm \u2013 12am<\/span><\/p>\n

Fri \u2013 Sat: 5pm \u2013 2am<\/span><\/p>\n

Sun: 12pm \u2013 12am<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Bes<\/span>t traditional dessert shops<\/span>\u00a0in Singapore: North<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Mei Heong Yuen<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Mei
(Credit: Mei Heong Yuen Dessert Singapore<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You\u2019re in good hands when you visit Mei Heong Yuen as it is one of the best traditional dessert shops in Singapore. With over 50 years of experience, you\u2019re guaranteed to have only the best-tasting traditional desserts here. Without a doubt, the most recommended dessert here is the <\/span>orh nee<\/span><\/i>. Topped with copious amounts of gingko nuts, Mei Heong Yuen\u2019s yam paste is absolutely smooth and decadent. They also serve awesome <\/span>pulut hitam<\/span><\/i>, almond paste, tang yuan and Chendol Snow Ice. Mei Heong Yuen has one of the best-tasting Chendol Snow Ice in Singapore that boasts large amounts of <\/span>red bean<\/span><\/a>, green jellies and more. These modern desserts are refreshingly cold, making them perfect for our hot Singapore weather! <\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b>Northpoint City, 1 North Point Drive, #02-171, S(768019)
\n<\/span>Check out their other outlets <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>
\nOpening hours: <\/b>Daily, 12pm – 9.30pm<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Bing Tang Tang Shui<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Bing
(Credit: bingtangtangshui<\/a> \/ Instagram)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As the new kid on the block, this hidden gem in Thompson just opened its doors in September 2023 and is already one of the best traditional dessert shops in Singapore! Featuring a unique retro office concept, this cafe is pet-friendly and offers a wide range of small bites and desserts. What sets them apart is their innovative floral-infused traditional desserts, like the most popular <\/span>Osmanthus <\/span><\/a>Tang Yuan Dessert. It is perfect for those looking to cool down in this hot weather as it has a crushed ice base, topped with sesame-filled rice balls that are generously doused in purple <\/span>goji berry<\/span><\/a> syrup, fermented rice milk sauce and osmanthus <\/span>caramel<\/span><\/a>. If you are looking for other sweet treats, they also have mango sago (infused with <\/span>lavender<\/span><\/a>), Orh Nee (infused with pearl <\/span>chrysanthemum<\/span><\/a>) and more!<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 15 Thomson Hills Drive, S(574759)
\nOpening hours:<\/strong>
\nWed – Thurs: 4.30pm – 1.30am
\nFri – Sat: 12pm – 1,30am
\nSun: 12pm – 12am<\/p>\n

Bes<\/span>t traditional dessert shops<\/span>\u00a0in Singapore:<\/span> South<\/span><\/h2>\n

3. Green Sky Dessert<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Green
(Credit: Tam Chiak<\/a> \/ Flickr)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Decked in bright lights and loud techno music, you\u2019ll have no trouble locating Green Sky Dessert. Nestled in a corner of Redhill Market, this best traditional dessert shop in Singapore serves up awesome<\/span> pulut hitam<\/span><\/i>, <\/span>green bean<\/span><\/a> soup and more. Their<\/span> tau suan<\/span><\/i> is a definite must-try as this is what\u2019s attracting those long queues. Green Sky Dessert has elevated this traditional dessert by extracting rich flavours from the mung beans. The result is an aromatic and flavourful <\/span>tau suan <\/span><\/i>that hits all the right spots. Coupled with those warm, toasty pieces of <\/span>you tiao<\/span><\/i>, you\u2019ll be glad that you decided to queue for this best traditional Chinese dessert in Singapore!<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b> Redhill Food Centre, 85 Redhill Lane, #01-60, Singapore 150085
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b> Thur – Sun: 1pm – 9pm<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Jin Jin Dessert<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Jin
(Credit: aiman baser<\/a> \/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With unique names for desserts like Gangster Ice and Power Chendol, you\u2019ll definitely be in for a treat when you visit Jin Jin Dessert! Special mention goes to their Power Chendol. We were shook seeing that luscious gula melaka syrup covering a shaved ice mountain. Their chendol surely lives up to its name of Power as lying beneath that mountain of ice is copious amounts of green noodles, red bean and attap seeds! They\u2019re also known for having the best <\/span>tau suan<\/span><\/i> and<\/span> cheng tng <\/span><\/i>in Singapore. Priced affordably at about $1.50, these desserts aren\u2019t too sweet or <\/span>jelak <\/span><\/i>(overwhelming). The<\/span> tau suan is also served with a generous amount of<\/span> you tiao <\/span><\/i>and the<\/span> cheng tng<\/span><\/i> also has tons of <\/span>longan<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>barley<\/span><\/a>, lotus strips and sago! <\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b> ABC Brickworks Market & Food Centre, 6 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-21, S(150006)
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b>
\nTues: 12pm – 9pm
\nClosed on Wed
\nThurs – Sun: 12 pm – 10 pm<\/p>\n

5 115 Tang Shui<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"115
(Credit: 115 Tang Shui \u2013 Sweet Soup<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As one of the best traditional Chinese dessert shops in Singapore, it\u2019s no wonder 115 Tang Shui always has a long queue. If you\u2019re craving a certain dessert, you\u2019ll need to pray to the <\/span>tang shui <\/span><\/i>gods for luck. The desserts here are on a rotation, so you won\u2019t be able to get all of them on the same day. Nevertheless, you can still go for their staples like Almond, Black Sesame, Walnut and Peanut pastes that are available everyday. We recommend trying 115 Tang Shui\u2019s Green Bean Soup. It\u2019s prepared with rue, the key to the soup’s unique flavour profile. Just think of a Green Bean Soup that\u2019s sweet, bitter and somewhat citrusy. <\/span>Desserts<\/span><\/a> can\u2019t get any better at this best traditional dessert shop in Singapore! <\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b>335 Smith Street, #02-206, S(050335)
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b>Wed – Sun: 7.30am – 4.30pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Bes<\/span>t traditional dessert shops<\/span>\u00a0in Singapore: <\/span>Central<\/span><\/h2>\n

6. Tian Wang D\u2019Sweet<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Tian
(Credit: Caryn Tan)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

We\u2019re sure that feature wall of mahjong tiles has caught your eye, but what draws us to Tian Wang D\u2019Sweet is their best traditional desserts in Singapore! Apart from Durian Mousse, they also offer some yummy orh nee with pumpkin and ginkgo, peach gum and more. We especially love their Orh Nee as its texture is one of the smoothest as compared to others. Instead of pumpkin cubes, their yam paste is topped with a pumpkin paste that\u2019s just as smooth and fragrant! Psst, you can also hit up this <\/span>late night dessert spot<\/span><\/a> even after midnight as it is open till 3am daily! Their chendol is just as noteworthy. With a large mountain of shaved ice and an option with <\/span>durian puree<\/span><\/a>, this chendol is truly the best in Singapore!<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b> 50 Keong Saik Road, S(089154)
\n<\/span>Opening hours:
\n<\/b>Mon \u2013 Fri: 5pm \u2013 2am<\/span>
\n<\/span>Sat \u2013 Sun: 3pm \u2013 2am<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Ah Chew Desserts<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Ah
(Credit: Ah Chew Desserts<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With more than 50 options, you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice at this best traditional dessert shop in Singapore! We suggest getting the Rock Sugar White Fungus Papaya With Almond Paste. Despite being a simple dessert, the earthy almond paste balances out the sweetness of the rock sugar. Moreover, the almond fragrance rounds up the entire dessert perfectly with its nutty and milky flavour. You should also try out Ah Chew Dessert\u2019s Fresh Milk Steamed Egg as it is one of the most popular traditional desserts in Singapore. Think custard but in pudding form! You can choose from different toppings such as <\/span>ginger<\/span><\/a> juice, red bean or <\/span>chocolate<\/span><\/a> cookies. The Fresh Milk Steamed Egg reminds us of egg tarts, but with a milder flavour that\u2019s not too eggy. Coupled with some chocolate cookies, it\u2019ll taste just like a chocolate bread pudding! <\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b>1 Liang Seah Street, #01-10\/11, S(189032)
\n<\/span>Check out their other outlets <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>
\nOpening hours:
\n<\/b>Mon \u2013 Fri: 12.30pm \u2013 12am<\/span>
\n<\/span>Sat: 1.30pm \u2013 1am<\/span>
\n<\/span>Sun: 1.30pm \u2013 12am<\/span><\/p>\n

8. Chow Zan Dessert<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Chow
(Credit: Chow Zan Dessert<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With a name like that, it\u2019s no surprise Chow Zan is one of the best traditional dessert shops in Singapore. Translated from Cantonese, Chow Zan literally means \u201csuper praiseworthy\u201d. And we can\u2019t help but highlight their White Chendol. Instead of the usual green coconut jelly, their version contains white-coloured ones that pepper your bowl with subtle sweet flavours. If you\u2019re feeling more adventurous, Chow Zan also has variations that feature durian and red bean. Another noteworthy dessert is their Eight Treasures Cheng Teng. This is where you\u2019ll see a dessert that\u2019s \u201con steroids\u201d. Containing the usual ingredients like gingko nuts, barley, longan and <\/span>white fungus<\/span><\/a>, Chow Zan\u2019s version is where you\u2019ll get an <\/span>upsized<\/span><\/i> version of the usual, making it one of the most popular desserts in Singapore. So while most may say dessert is \u201cfor a separate stomach\u201d, trust us \u2013 you\u2019ll need more than that for this!<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b>801 North Bridge Road, S(198769)
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b>Daily, 1.30pm – 11pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Bes<\/span>t traditional dessert shops<\/span>\u00a0in Singapore: <\/span>East<\/span><\/h2>\n

9. 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"75
(Credit: 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Craving for<\/span> tang yuan<\/span><\/i>? You\u2019ll definitely have the best glutinous rice balls at 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup! Their humble beginnings selling desserts from a pushcart has since evolved into a bustling stall at Golden Mile Food Centre. 75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup\u2019s glutinous rice balls and signature peanut soup are the reasons for their fame. And it\u2019s no surprise! The tang yuan retain their chewiness as they sit in soup that melts in your mouth. Also, the skin-to-filling ratio is perfect as the<\/span> tang yuan <\/span><\/i>aren\u2019t too thick and there isn\u2019t too little filling. If you\u2019re not up for peanut soup, go for Ginger Soup, Almond Milk or Red Date Longan options! Other than the usual peanut and black sesame filling, they also have matcha<\/a>, yam and red bean glutinous rice balls, which are some of the most popular desserts in Singapore!<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b>Golden Mile Food Centre, 505 Beach Road, #01-75, S(199583)
\n<\/span>Check out their other outlets <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>
\nOpening hours:
\n<\/b>Mon \u2013 Fri: 11am \u2013 8.15pm<\/span>
\n<\/span>Sat \u2013 Sun: 10am \u2013 8.15pm<\/span><\/p>\n

10 Yat Ka Yan<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Yatkayan
(Credit: Yatkayan Dessert<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Have a simple meal and finish it with some traditional Chinese desserts at Yat Ka Yan!<\/span>\u00a0They\u2019re known for having the best chendol in Singapore \u2013 especially the Yammy Chendol which is a combination of <\/span>orh nee<\/span><\/i> and chendol. You\u2019ll get that usual mountain of shaved ice with the regular toppings, but this time, there\u2019s also a big scoop of yam paste. The result is a beautiful masterpiece that tastes absolutely divine as the yam paste balances out the gula melaka from the chendol. Apart from the best chendol in Singapore, their Black Glutinous Rice With Ice Cream is a rendition of <\/span>pulut hitam<\/span><\/i>. The black glutinous rice has a velvety smooth texture that goes well with the <\/span>ice cream<\/span><\/a> \u2013 it\u2019s truly the best of both worlds here! <\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b> Fortune Centre, 190 Middle Road, #02-08, S(188979)<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b>
\n<\/span>Mon, Wed \u2013 Thur: 1.30pm \u2013 10pm<\/span>
\n<\/span>Fri \u2013 Sun: 1.30pm \u2013 11pm<\/span><\/p>\n

11. Jin Yu Man Tang<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Jin
(Credit: Jin Yu Man Tang<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For a taste of Hong Kong, head over to Jin Yu Man Tang, one of the best traditional dessert shops in Singapore. They\u2019re known for their silky smooth milk puddings as they’re so mouthwateringly creamy. We particularly enjoyed their Signature Ginger Milk Pudding. With warm <\/span>milk<\/span><\/a> splashed into your bowl of ginger syrup, you get to determine the texture of your dessert. Go for it while it’s warm for something more watery. And leave it to cool a while longer for a thicker milk pudding. Either way, you\u2019ll get that slightly earthy ginger taste that blends with the milk perfectly. Their Shun De Double Layered Milk Pudding is also another highlight. It\u2019s where you\u2019ll get an original milk pudding but with more <\/span>oomph<\/span><\/i>. The creaminess is beyond imagination, sliding across your tastebuds to engulf your mouth with milky delight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b>The Flow@East Coast, 66 East Coast Road, #01-03, S(428778)
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b>Daily, 11.30am – 10.30pm<\/span><\/p>\n

Bes<\/span>t traditional dessert shops<\/span>\u00a0in Singapore: <\/span>West<\/span><\/h2>\n

12. Kim Lotus Dessert<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Kim
(Credit: kimlotus_dessert<\/a> \/ Instagram)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tucked in a cosy neighbourhood in Jurong West, Kim Lotus Dessert is a popular spot in the area, with desserts starting from $2! There are over 30 dessert choices and they’re all super delicious! With its steady stream of customers, you can be certain that this is one of the best traditional dessert shop in Singapore! From hot traditional Chinese desserts like Cheng Tng and Gingko Barley, to refreshing cold desserts like ice kacang and Chendol you will be spoilt for choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: Block 463 Jurong West Street 41, #01-568, S(640463)<\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:
\n<\/b>Mon – Sat: 8.30am – 7.30pm
\nSun: 8.30am – 5.30pm<\/p>\n

13. <\/span>Tang Tavern<\/span><\/h3>\n
\"Tang
(Credit: Tang Tavern<\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Within Clementi\u2019s JK Village lies Tang Tavern. With an extensive menu serving traditional Chinese desserts like steamed milk pudding and fusion desserts like taro mochi and durian chendol, it is definitely worth a visit! Especially when you are feeling the munchies in the middle of the night, Tang Tavernis a lifesaver as the place is open till midnight on most days! Their desserts are also less sweet, making it one of the best traditional dessert shops in Singapore!<\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 6 Clementi Road, #01-08 Jk Village, S129741)
\nOpening hours:<\/strong>
\nMon – Thurs: 5pm – 12am
\nFri – Sat: 5pm – 2am
\nSun: 12pm – 12am<\/p>\n

What is the national dessert of Singapore?<\/span><\/h2>\n
\"national
(Credit: <\/span>Hong Kong Sheng Kee Dessert Singapore<\/span><\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s already tough to ascertain what Singapore\u2019s national food is, so it\u2019s not any different with desserts. But we’re confident the following are the best desserts in Singapore. And that makes them deserving of the “national dessert” title!<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the most popular traditional dessert in Singapore?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
\"popular
(Credit: <\/span>Yatkayan Dessert<\/span><\/a> \/ Facebook)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Traditional Chinese desserts are called <\/span>tang shui<\/span><\/i> in Mandarin, which literally means sugar water. You can expect these desserts to be sweet and delightful, offering a great refreshment in Singapore\u2019s hot weather while packing rich flavours! Since the cuisine is so diverse, it\u2019s no surprise that it\u2019s hard to pinpoint which is the best traditional dessert in Singapore \u2013 much less the most popular one. But here are some traditional Chinese desserts that have made it onto the \u201cmost popular\u201d list in Singapore! <\/span><\/p>\n