Thomson Plaza is a low-key neighbourhood mall at 301 Upper Thomson Road, directly linked to Upper Thomson MRT (TE8) on the Thomson-East Coast Line. Despite its modest size, it punches well above its weight for food, anchored by the refreshed "Swing By @ Thomson Plaza" dining cluster and a mix of long-running favourites. Expect an islandwide-famous chirashi specialist, a Cantonese dim sum institution, halal Thai, Korean BBQ, Japanese comfort food, vegan cafes and old-school zi char, all within a few minutes' walk. Opening hours and menus change often, so confirm directly with each venue before you go.
Last verified: September 2026. Hours and prices can change — we re-check our guides regularly, but do confirm before a special trip.
The list
Omoté Japanese (chirashi / donburi) · $$
Islandwide-famous chirashi specialist serving generous, well-priced bowls of chunky sashimi over sushi rice from its Level 3 space.
- Cuisine: Japanese (chirashi / donburi)
- Price: $$ · Chirashi dons from approx S$12.80; Omoté/Umami Soy Chirashi approx S$17.80 (sourced, SETHLUI).
- Must-try: Omoté Chirashi Don, Bara Chirashi Don, Unagi Chirashi Don
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #03-24A, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Hours: Wed–Sun 11.30am–2pm & 5.30–9pm; Mon 11.30am–2pm; closed Tue (confirmed via mall directory)
- Halal: No
Peach Garden Chinese (Cantonese / dim sum) · $$$
Established Cantonese restaurant popular for weekend dim sum brunches, Peking duck and festive reunion menus.
- Cuisine: Chinese (Cantonese / dim sum)
- Price: $$$ · À la carte dim sum; weekend & PH high-tea dim sum buffet around S$28.80++/adult (indicative; not confirmed on official site).
- Must-try: Dim sum (weekend high-tea buffet), Roasted Crispy Peking Duck, Pen Cai (festive)
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-88, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10.30am–2.30pm, 3–5pm (high tea) & 5.30–10pm; Sat/Sun/PH from 9.30am. Tel 6451 3233
- Halal: No
Hajime Tonkatsu & Ramen Japanese · $$
Comforting Japanese katsu-and-ramen spot with sizzling hotplate pork sets and a slow-simmered tonkotsu broth, part of the Swing By cluster.
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Price: $$ · Katsu sets and ramen; mid-range casual dining.
- Must-try: Kurobuta Shabu Ramen, Toji Pork Loin, Ebi & Pork Fillet Set
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-110, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Halal: No
Tsukada Nojo Japanese (collagen hotpot) · $$$
Known for its signature jidori-chicken collagen hotpot that melts from jelly into a rich, silky broth.
- Cuisine: Japanese (collagen hotpot)
- Price: $$$ · Collagen hotpot sets for sharing; higher-end casual.
- Must-try: Beauty Collagen Pot (Bijin Nabe), Double Flavour Pot, Miso Butter Collagen Ramen
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #03-50, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Halal: No
Wonderful Bapsang Korean · $$
Authentic Korean eatery good for groups, with marbled galbi BBQ and a shareable street-food platter.
- Cuisine: Korean
- Price: $$ · Korean mains and sharing platters; mid-range.
- Must-try: Galbi BBQ, Bunsik Wangpan (street-food platter), Yukhoe Bibimbap
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-112/113/114, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Halal: No
Sanook Kitchen Thai · $$
MUIS halal-certified Thai chain (under Minor Food) serving crowd-pleasing Thai favourites at wallet-friendly prices.
- Cuisine: Thai
- Price: $$ · Thai mains and sets; affordable casual dining.
- Must-try: Thai green curry, Tom yum, Pineapple fried rice
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-104/105, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Hours: Daily 11am–10pm. Tel 6252 9391
- Halal: Halal-certified
San Ren Xing Chinese (Fujian / Sichuan) · $$
Fujian-Sichuan restaurant known for handmade popiah, xiao long bao and tangy-spicy sauerkraut fish.
- Cuisine: Chinese (Fujian / Sichuan)
- Price: $$ · Dumplings, noodles and shared dishes; mid-range.
- Must-try: Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao, Braised Nanping Noodle, Sauerkraut Fish, Handmade Popiah with Shredded Pork
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-122/123, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Halal: No
The Grumpy Bear Western (comfort food / cafe) · $$
Long-running neighbourhood cafe doing home-style Western comfort food and generous chicken mains.
- Cuisine: Western (comfort food / cafe)
- Price: $$ · Signature chicken S$16.90–18.90; burgers, pastas and sides extra.
- Must-try: Signature Chicken (Cajun/Cheesy/Truffle), Grilled Chicken, Goma Chicken with Fries
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #02-10, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Hours: Sun–Thu 11am–9pm; Fri–Sat 11am–9.30pm. Tel 9238 4055
- Halal: No
The Coriander Cafe Chinese zi char (local) · $$
Old-school zi char spot headlined by curry and assam fish head, an affordable local staple in the mall.
- Cuisine: Chinese zi char (local)
- Price: $$ · Zi char to share; fish head curry priced by size.
- Must-try: Curry Fish Head, Assam Fish Head, Cereal Chicken, Seafood Hor Fun
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #02-08, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Hours: Daily 11am–8.30pm; closed on alternate Mondays
- Halal: No
Swensen's Western / ice cream (family restaurant) · $$
Family-favourite Western chain and ice-cream parlour, a dependable go-to for kids and casual meals.
- Cuisine: Western / ice cream (family restaurant)
- Price: $$ · Mains, baked rice and ice-cream sundaes; family-friendly casual.
- Must-try: Ice cream sundaes, Baked rice, Western mains
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #03-23/23A, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10.30am–10.30pm; Sat/Sun/PH 8am–10.30pm
- Halal: No
Bistro Box Indonesian / Malaysian · $$
Swing By cluster newcomer doing crispy smashed ayam penyet and a baked nasi lemak twist (confirm halal status before dining).
- Cuisine: Indonesian / Malaysian
- Price: $$ · Ayam penyet and rice sets; affordable casual dining.
- Must-try: Ayam Penyet with sambal belachan, Baked Nasi Lemak, Curry Chicken Stew with Roti Prata
- Where: 301 Upper Thomson Road, #01-107, Singapore 574408
- Area: Upper Thomson
- Nearest MRT: Upper Thomson (TE8)
At a glance: compare every spot
| Spot | Cuisine | Price | Area | Halal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omoté | Japanese (chirashi / donburi) | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Peach Garden | Chinese (Cantonese / dim sum) | $$$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Hajime Tonkatsu & Ramen | Japanese | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Tsukada Nojo | Japanese (collagen hotpot) | $$$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Wonderful Bapsang | Korean | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Sanook Kitchen | Thai | $$ | Upper Thomson | Halal-certified |
| San Ren Xing | Chinese (Fujian / Sichuan) | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| The Grumpy Bear | Western (comfort food / cafe) | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| The Coriander Cafe | Chinese zi char (local) | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Swensen's | Western / ice cream (family restaurant) | $$ | Upper Thomson | No |
| Bistro Box | Indonesian / Malaysian | $$ | Upper Thomson | — |
Your questions answered
What is the best food at Thomson Plaza?
Standouts include Omoté for affordable chirashi don, Peach Garden for weekend dim sum and Peking duck, Hajime for Japanese katsu and ramen, Wonderful Bapsang for Korean BBQ, and Sanook Kitchen for halal Thai. The mall covers most cuisines within a small footprint, so there is something for most budgets and cravings.
Is there halal food at Thomson Plaza?
Sanook Kitchen is MUIS halal-certified Thai. Bistro Box by Uncle Penyet is a pork-free Indonesian concept, but it is not confirmed halal-certified, so Muslim diners should check certification on-site. Many other restaurants (Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Western) serve pork or alcohol and are not halal.
How much does it cost to eat at Thomson Plaza?
It spans budget to mid-range. Ice cream and food-court style bites can be a few dollars, casual mains at spots like Sanook Kitchen or the Grumpy Bear run roughly S$10–20, and higher-end options like Peach Garden’s dim sum or Tsukada Nojo’s collagen hotpot sit around S$30 and up per person. Prices change, so check menus before ordering.
How do I get to Thomson Plaza and its restaurants?
Thomson Plaza is at 301 Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574408, directly connected to Upper Thomson MRT station (TE8) on the Thomson-East Coast Line. Many of the newer restaurants are grouped in the refreshed 'Swing By @ Thomson Plaza' dining zone on Level 1, with more Japanese options on Level 3.
Do I need reservations, and are there queues?
For most casual eateries you can walk in, but Peach Garden's weekend dim sum and festive periods (like Chinese New Year) book up fast, so reserve ahead. Popular spots such as Omoté can see queues at peak lunch and dinner. When in doubt, call the venue to confirm opening hours and availability before heading down.