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Best Food at Waterway Point Punggol: 16 Best Spots (2026)

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Waterway Point is Punggol's largest mall, sitting directly beside Punggol MRT/LRT and the Punggol Waterway, with dining spread across its East and West Wings from Basement 2 up to Level 2. From dependable Chinese chains and Japanese sushi to Korean noodles, family-friendly Western and dessert cafes, it covers most cravings for residents and visitors alike. Unit numbers below are drawn from the mall's official store directory; outlets broadly follow mall trading hours (about 10am to 10pm), but hours and menus change, so it is worth confirming 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

Din Tai Fung Taiwanese / Chinese · $$

Reliable branch of the famous xiao long bao chain, a safe pick for handmade dumplings and Taiwanese comfort dishes.

  • Cuisine: Taiwanese / Chinese
  • Price: $$ · Approx $20-35 per person
  • Must-try: Xiao Long Bao, Pork Chop Fried Rice, Truffle & Pork Dumplings
  • Where: #01-22, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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PUTIEN Chinese (Heng Hua / Fujian) · $$$

Heng Hua cuisine specialist known for clean, produce-driven dishes; the brand has held Michelin recognition in Singapore.

  • Cuisine: Chinese (Heng Hua / Fujian)
  • Price: $$$ · Approx $25-45 per person
  • Must-try: PUTIEN Lor Mee, Seaweed with Baby Shrimp, Stir-fried Bin Jiang Grass with Clams
  • Where: #B1-21, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Song Fa Bak Kut Teh Chinese (Teochew) · $$

Long-running heritage bak kut teh brand serving peppery Teochew-style pork rib soup with free soup refills.

  • Cuisine: Chinese (Teochew)
  • Price: $$ · Approx $12-20 per person
  • Must-try: Pork Ribs Soup (Bak Kut Teh), Braised Pig Trotter, You Tiao
  • Where: #01-24, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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White Restaurant Chinese (Zi Char) · $$

The Sembawang-origin zi char brand famous for its milky, wok-fried white bee hoon in a comfortable mall setting.

  • Cuisine: Chinese (Zi Char)
  • Price: $$ · Approx $15-30 per person
  • Must-try: White Bee Hoon, Cereal Prawns, Salted Egg dishes
  • Where: #B1-12, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Dian Xiao Er Chinese · $$

Inn-themed Chinese restaurant best known for its Angelica herbal roast duck and comforting double-boiled soups.

  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Price: $$ · Approx $20-35 per person
  • Must-try: Herbal Roast Duck, Yam Ring, Double-boiled soups
  • Where: #01-30, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Wen Zhang Lao Mian Chinese (Noodles) · $$

Casual noodle stop in the basement known for hearty braised beef and tomato-based soup noodles.

  • Cuisine: Chinese (Noodles)
  • Price: $$ · Approx $12-18 per person
  • Must-try: Braised Beef Noodle, Tomato Soup Noodle with Crispy Pork
  • Where: #B2-04, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)

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Tim Ho Wan Chinese (Cantonese Dim Sum) · $$

Tim Ho Wan
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Hong Kong dim sum chain of Michelin origins, best known for its baked BBQ pork buns and all-day dim sum.

  • Cuisine: Chinese (Cantonese Dim Sum)
  • Price: $$ · Approx $15-30 per person
  • Must-try: Baked BBQ Pork Buns, Har Gow, Steamed Rice Rolls
  • Where: #01-62, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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So Pho Vietnamese · $$

Casual Vietnamese eatery serving pho, spring rolls and rice bowls for a lighter, brothy meal.

  • Cuisine: Vietnamese
  • Price: $$ · Approx $15-25 per person
  • Must-try: Beef Pho, Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Vermicelli bowls
  • Where: #01-28, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)

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Sushiro Japanese (Conveyor-belt Sushi) · $$

Japan's popular conveyor-belt sushi chain offering value-for-money plates and touchscreen ordering.

  • Cuisine: Japanese (Conveyor-belt Sushi)
  • Price: $$ · Plates from around $2.20; approx $15-30 per person
  • Must-try: Assorted nigiri sushi, Seasonal fair items
  • Where: #01-31/32, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Ichiban Boshi Japanese · $$

Sit-down Japanese restaurant with a broad menu of sushi, sashimi, don and set meals for the whole family.

  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Price: $$ · Approx $18-30 per person
  • Must-try: Chirashi Don, Assorted sushi and sashimi, Japanese set meals
  • Where: #B1-19, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Paik's Noodle Korean (Noodles) · $$

Korean noodle house from the Paik's group specialising in black-bean jjajangmyeon and spicy jjamppong.

  • Cuisine: Korean (Noodles)
  • Price: $$ · Approx $12-20 per person
  • Must-try: Jjajangmyeon, Jjamppong, Tangsuyuk
  • Where: #02-21, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Monster Curry Japanese (Curry) · $$

Japanese curry-rice specialist famous for its hearty, oversized portions and crispy katsu toppings.

  • Cuisine: Japanese (Curry)
  • Price: $$ · Approx $15-28 per person
  • Must-try: Katsu Curry, Large-portion Japanese curry rice
  • Where: #02-25, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)
  • Halal: No

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Swensen's Western / Ice Cream · $$

Family-friendly Western diner beloved for its ice-cream sundaes alongside baked rice and all-day mains.

  • Cuisine: Western / Ice Cream
  • Price: $$ · Approx $18-30 per person
  • Must-try: Ice-cream sundaes, Baked Rice, Fish & Chips
  • Where: #02-35, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)

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Cedele Bakery Cafe / Western · $$

All-day bakery cafe with wholesome sandwiches, salads and its well-known cakes for a relaxed break.

  • Cuisine: Bakery Cafe / Western
  • Price: $$ · Approx $12-22 per person
  • Must-try: Cakes, Sandwiches, Salads and soups
  • Where: #01-17, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)

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BYD by 1826 Cafe / Bakery · $$

Bakery-cafe offshoot of the 1826 brand serving sourdough, pastries and coffee for casual daytime dining.

  • Cuisine: Cafe / Bakery
  • Price: $$ · Approx $12-22 per person
  • Must-try: Sourdough toasts, Pastries and tarts, Coffee
  • Where: #01-12, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)

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Warabimochi Kamakura Japanese (Dessert) · $

Japanese dessert kiosk specialising in soft, freshly made warabimochi and matcha treats for a sweet finish.

  • Cuisine: Japanese (Dessert)
  • Price: $ · Snacks and desserts from around $5
  • Must-try: Warabimochi, Matcha dessert sets
  • Where: #01-72/73, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
  • Area: Waterway Point
  • Nearest MRT: Punggol (NE17 / PTC)
  • Hours: Approx 10am-10pm daily (mall hours; confirm per outlet)

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At a glance: compare every spot

Spot Cuisine Price Area Halal
Din Tai Fung Taiwanese / Chinese $$ Waterway Point No
PUTIEN Chinese (Heng Hua / Fujian) $$$ Waterway Point No
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh Chinese (Teochew) $$ Waterway Point No
White Restaurant Chinese (Zi Char) $$ Waterway Point No
Dian Xiao Er Chinese $$ Waterway Point No
Wen Zhang Lao Mian Chinese (Noodles) $$ Waterway Point —
Tim Ho Wan Chinese (Cantonese Dim Sum) $$ Waterway Point No
So Pho Vietnamese $$ Waterway Point —
Sushiro Japanese (Conveyor-belt Sushi) $$ Waterway Point No
Ichiban Boshi Japanese $$ Waterway Point No
Paik's Noodle Korean (Noodles) $$ Waterway Point No
Monster Curry Japanese (Curry) $$ Waterway Point No
Swensen's Western / Ice Cream $$ Waterway Point —
Cedele Bakery Cafe / Western $$ Waterway Point —
BYD by 1826 Cafe / Bakery $$ Waterway Point —
Warabimochi Kamakura Japanese (Dessert) $ Waterway Point —

Your questions answered

How do I get to Waterway Point and where is it?

Waterway Point is at 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761, directly connected to Punggol MRT (North East Line) and the Punggol LRT interchange, so it is a short covered walk from the station.

What are the opening hours for restaurants at Waterway Point?

The mall generally trades from about 10am to 10pm daily, and most eateries follow these hours. Individual outlets can open later or close earlier, so check the specific restaurant before you go.

Are there halal-certified restaurants at Waterway Point?

Halal status changes over time and was not verified for each outlet here, so none are labelled halal-certified in this guide. If halal dining matters to you, confirm current certification directly with the outlet or on the MUIS listing before visiting.

Which Waterway Point restaurants are good for families with kids?

Swensen's is a long-time family favourite for its sundaes and all-day mains, while conveyor-belt sushi at Sushiro is fun for children. Din Tai Fung and Tim Ho Wan also suit larger family meals.

Where can I find good Chinese food at Waterway Point?

Strong Chinese options include Din Tai Fung for xiao long bao, PUTIEN for Heng Hua cuisine, Song Fa Bak Kut Teh for pork rib soup, White Restaurant for white bee hoon zi char, and Tim Ho Wan for dim sum.


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