Best Food at HillV2 Bukit Timah: 12 Best Spots (2026)
HillV2 is a compact lifestyle mall at 4 Hillview Rise in the Hillview/Upper Bukit Timah area, about a five-minute walk from Hillview MRT on the Downtown Line. Despite its small size it holds a surprisingly varied F&B line-up, from a well-regarded Italian osteria and a rare halal-certified modern zi char to Sichuan charcoal-grilled fish, North Indian tandoor, wine bistros and an acclaimed madeleine bakery. It has become a go-to dining stop for residents of the surrounding private estates and condominiums.
Last verified: September 2026. Hours and prices can change — we re-check our guides regularly, but do confirm before a special trip.
The list
iO Italian Osteria Italian · $$
HillV2's marquee sit-down restaurant, an open-kitchen osteria known for house-made pasta and rustic Italian mains.
- Cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ · Mains roughly $18-24++
- Must-try: Baked lasagna, Homemade raviolacci, Porchetta
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-01, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-10pm; Sat-Sun & PH 10am-10pm
- Halal: No
Jiak Chinese (zi char) · $$
A rare halal-certified modern zi char restaurant, popular for its curry fish head and comfort-style Chinese dishes.
- Cuisine: Chinese (zi char)
- Price: $$ · Dishes from about $13-28
- Must-try: Signature fish head curry, Sambal sotong, Salted egg prawns
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-04, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 11:30am-9:30pm
- Halal: Halal-certified
Spruce Modern European / Western · $$
A greenery-fronted European bistro doing brunch, burgers, steaks and pastas in a relaxed setting.
- Cuisine: Modern European / Western
- Price: $$ · Mains roughly $20-33++
- Must-try: Spruce Burger, Sous vide beef short ribs, Baked ginger date pudding
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #01-01, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Halal: No
Wine Connection Bistro European / wine bar · $$
A casual wine-themed bistro pairing affordable imported wines with European sharing plates and mains.
- Cuisine: European / wine bar
- Price: $$ · Mains from about $16; platters around $38
- Must-try: Cheese and cold cuts platter, Truffle and mushroom fettuccine
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-06, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 11:30am-11pm
- Halal: No
Tandoori Culture North Indian · $$
North Indian tandoor specialists with a well-liked butter chicken and a signature fish head curry.
- Cuisine: North Indian
- Price: $$ · Lunch sets $9.90-13.90++; mains from $16.90++
- Must-try: Butter chicken, Tandoori chicken, Full fish head curry
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-03, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 10am-10pm
Chong Qing Grilled Fish Sichuan · $$
Sichuan charcoal-grilled fish and mala hotpot, rounded out with local zi char and Chinese skewers.
- Cuisine: Sichuan
- Price: $$ · Grilled fish from about $38.80++
- Must-try: Charcoal-grilled sea bass, Sichuan hotpot, Grilled skewers
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #01-10, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 11am-10:30pm
- Halal: No
A-One Signature Chinese / Hong Kong-style · $$
Long-running outlet (since 2008) for sizzling claypot classics and traditional Chinese comfort dishes.
- Cuisine: Chinese / Hong Kong-style
- Price: $$ · Claypot and zi char dishes, mid-range
- Must-try: Sizzling claypot dishes, Chinese zi char
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-21, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 10:30am-10pm
- Halal: No
She Sells Seashells Bakery (French pastries) · $
An acclaimed artisanal bakery famed for creatively flavoured madeleines and financiers, often selling out.
- Cuisine: Bakery (French pastries)
- Price: $ · Madeleines around $5; financiers $4.50-4.80
- Must-try: Matcha & yuzu madeleine, French Earl Grey & salted caramel madeleine, Pickled cherry blossom financier
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-10, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 8am-8pm (or till sold out)
Cedele Bakery cafe / Western · $$
A wholesome all-day bakery cafe with fresh breads, cakes and hearty Western mains.
- Cuisine: Bakery cafe / Western
- Price: $$ · Bakes and all-day mains, mid-range
- Must-try: Wholegrain breads and cakes, All-day mains, Superfood bowls
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #02-12/13, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 8am-10pm
- Halal: No
Chilchil Thai Street Kitchen Thai · $
Bangkok-inspired Thai street food with affordable dishes and beers, open late on weekends.
- Cuisine: Thai
- Price: $ · Affordable Thai street food
- Must-try: Thai Super Bowl, Thai street dishes
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #01-02, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Sun-Thu 12pm-11pm; Fri-Sat & eve PH 12pm-1am
- Halal: No
Starbucks Cafe / coffee · $$
A reliable spot for specialty coffee and light bites, with generous seating for work or catch-ups.
- Cuisine: Cafe / coffee
- Price: $$ · Coffee and light bites, chain pricing
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #01-05, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Sun-Thu 7am-10pm; Fri-Sat & PH 7am-11:59pm
Burger King Fast food (burgers) · $
Halal-certified flame-grilled burgers and a family-friendly fast-food option within the mall.
- Cuisine: Fast food (burgers)
- Price: $ · Value fast food; meals typically under $12
- Must-try: Whopper
- Where: HillV2, 4 Hillview Rise, #01-06, Singapore 667979
- Area: Hillview
- Nearest MRT: Hillview
- Hours: Daily 8am-12am
- Halal: Halal-certified
At a glance: compare every spot
| Spot | Cuisine | Price | Area | Halal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iO Italian Osteria | Italian | $$ | Hillview | No |
| Jiak | Chinese (zi char) | $$ | Hillview | Halal-certified |
| Spruce | Modern European / Western | $$ | Hillview | No |
| Wine Connection Bistro | European / wine bar | $$ | Hillview | No |
| Tandoori Culture | North Indian | $$ | Hillview | — |
| Chong Qing Grilled Fish | Sichuan | $$ | Hillview | No |
| A-One Signature | Chinese / Hong Kong-style | $$ | Hillview | No |
| She Sells Seashells | Bakery (French pastries) | $ | Hillview | — |
| Cedele | Bakery cafe / Western | $$ | Hillview | No |
| Chilchil Thai Street Kitchen | Thai | $ | Hillview | No |
| Starbucks | Cafe / coffee | $$ | Hillview | — |
| Burger King | Fast food (burgers) | $ | Hillview | Halal-certified |
Your questions answered
Where is HillV2 and how do I get there?
HillV2 is at 4 Hillview Rise, Singapore 667979, in the Hillview/Upper Bukit Timah area. It is about a five-minute walk from Hillview MRT on the Downtown Line, and there is basement parking for drivers.
What is the price range for food at HillV2?
It is mostly mid-range. Bakery items and casual bites run roughly $4-15, while sit-down restaurant mains are typically about $16-30++. Set menus, platters and grilled whole fish cost more.
Are there halal options at HillV2?
Yes, but limited. Jiak is a halal-certified modern zi char, and chains such as Burger King are halal-certified. Several other outlets serve pork or are not certified, so always check each restaurant's current halal status before you visit.
Which are the standout places to eat?
iO Italian Osteria is the marquee sit-down restaurant. Jiak (halal zi char), Tandoori Culture (North Indian), Chong Qing Grilled Fish (Sichuan) and Wine Connection Bistro are also popular, while She Sells Seashells is a favourite for artisanal madeleines.
Do I need to book, and are there queues?
Weekday lunches and off-peak hours are usually walk-in friendly. Popular restaurants like iO Italian Osteria and Jiak get busier on weekends and evenings, so reservations are recommended for larger groups. Hours and tenants can change, so confirm before you go.