Bugis+ is shaping up to be one of Singapore’s most exciting dining destinations, thanks to a wave of fresh food concepts and new restaurants.
Here, you’ll find rumeL serving up chewy sourdough Neapolitan pizzas, SIDES drawing crowds with Nashville-style fried chicken, and Shanghai Tan specialising in handmade pan-fried buns.
For a hands-on meal, Xita Lao Tai Tai brings China’s top clay stove barbecue to Singapore for the first time.
Also look out for Kimchi Mama which serves home-style Korean comfort food, and famous Danish lifestyle store Flying Tiger Copenhagen which has landed in Singapore here.
With so many new faces alongside established favourites, check out what Bugis+ has to offer:
SIDES
Bugis+ #03-25 to 26
Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm (Mon – Sun)
Nashville-style Fried Chicken with Playful Street-Style Twist
SIDES at Bugis+ is one of the newest arrivals to Singapore’s fast-casual dining scene, founded by the YouTube collective the Sidemen.
It brings their signature flair and personality to the food scene with the concept reflecting their creative spirit and love for bold, shareable eats.
The shop leans into street-style energy. Think neon lights, cheeky slogans, and a menu designed for maximum variety and sharing.
The menu is known for its fried chicken fix with a twist, mixing Nashville heat with comforting flavours. Crowd-pleasers include Nashville-style burgers, wraps, wings, tenders, waffle fries, boneless bites and indulgent milkshakes.
SIDES also offers playful sauces, from garlic mayo and Louisiana to spicy “XXX” and a quirky Chocolate BBQ, each from $2. My favourite is the “Secret Sauce”, though they still didn’t tell me what it was (reminded me of paprika).
Top Picks for Your First Visit
The Nashville Burger is the headliner featuring a double-dipped, double-coated fried chicken breast, topped with pickles, tomatoes, slaw, and that cheeky “secret sauce”.
The Ultimate Nashville Burger takes it up a notch with added cheese and your choice of spice level. At level one, the spice is gentle rather than fiery, adding just a little zing.
rumeL
Bugis+ #01-07
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm (Mon – Sun)
Affordable Sourdough Neapolitan Pizzas and Specialty Coffee
rumeL is the result of Hersing Culinary teaming up with Sicilian-born Chef Silvio Gropelli, who was ranked number 1 in Australia in the 50 Top Pizza Asia Pacific Guide 2024.
Their mission is simple: bring proper sourdough Neapolitan pizza to a fun, fuss-free setting with its jungle-inspired décor and lemur mascot.
Prices are refreshingly affordable, starting at just $6.80 for a six-inch pizza. Wow.
Every dough is naturally fermented for forty-eight hours, which gives the crust a crisp bite and chewy centre. This technique also makes each pizza lighter and easier to digest than what you find at most chains.
Top Picks for Your First Visit
The menu offers a strong line-up of classics and local twists, including Hot Honey Cheese, Margherita, Chicken Pepperoni, Smoky BBQ Chicken, Meat Lovers, Beef Bolognese and Hawaiian.
I think that the Kaya Butter Sourdough Pizza deserves a mention. Exclusive to Singapore, it turns kaya toast into a pizza that somehow works.
You get crisp crust, warm kaya, and melting butter coming together in a sweet, salty combination that you can have for breakfast.
Xita Lao Tai Tai
Bugis+ #04-06
Opening Hours: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 9:30pm (Mon – Sun)
China’s Number 1 Charcoal Clay Stove BBQ Sensation
Xita Lao Tai Tai, ranked as China’s number one charcoal clay stove BBQ chain by the 2025 China Restaurant Industry Awards, has finally landed in Bugis+ as its first Southeast Asian outpost.
It is known for its signature clay stove barbecue that uses real charcoal and gives off an irresistible smoky aroma.
The clay stove can be heated higher than a normal stove, which means every cut of meat gets a stronger, more intense charred flavour.
Meats are prepared fresh each day and seasoned with over 28 unique house-made marinades crafted by the founder and his culinary team.
Top Picks for Your First Visit
Top meat choices include the Pineapple Glazed Beef Rib Finger, which is marinated with real pineapple for extra tenderness and a hint of sweetness, and the Special Marinated Beef Rib Finger, which uses a traditional Korean marinade that is both sweet and savoury.
The Xita Fatty Beef Short Plate is a personal favourite, marinated with apple for a gentle sweetness, turning melt-in-the-mouth when cooked slowly and left to rest atop your rice.
Shanghai Tan Pan-fried Buns
Bugis+ #01-14
Opening Hours: 11am – 9:30pm (Mon – Sun)
Juicy Sheng Jian Bao, Xiao Long Bao and Shanghainese Street Food
Shanghai Tan Pan-fried Buns brings a taste of classic Shanghainese street food to Bugis+.
On the menu, you will find handmade Xiao Long Bao, pork wontons in delicate broths, Fried Pork Chop rice, Shanghai noodles with various toppings like braised pork chop, minced pork in bean sauce, and shredded pork and preserved vegetables.
There’s also a good selection of appetisers for sharing, such as Drunken Chicken, Braised Pork Ribs, Black Fungus with Vinegar, and Poached Hong Kong Kailan.
Top Picks for Your First Visit
The eatery is best known for its Sheng Jian Bao, which are plump, pan-fried buns filled with juicy pork or prawn. Or both.
The kitchen takes pride in tradition, sealing each buns by hand before frying until the base is golden and crisp, while the top stays pillowy and soft.
The Shanghai Tan Pan-fried Bun Platter, which includes both pork and prawn options, is a must-try if you want a little variety on your plate.
Bite into one and you get a crisp base, and a rush of hot, savoury broth that makes every bite just a little bit exciting. Take your first bite with care, as the soup inside is generous and piping hot.
Bugis+ is home to an exciting range of dining options and great deals for anyone working or living nearby.
If you are working in the area, sign up as an Office Privileges member to unlock exclusive offers through the CapitaStar app.
Enjoy even more value and variety each time you visit Bugis+.
* This entry is brought to you in partnership with Bugis+.
