The Goodman Arts Centre has one golden advantage: its strategic geography when it comes to food. The compound is wedged in the middle of the culturally-rich Kallang, Geylang, and East Coast districts – right at the threshold of Eastside Singapore’s best culinary experiences. For hungry art appreciators planning to make a visit to Goodman, here’s our ultimate Goodman food guide tailormade just for you!
Long Phung Vietnamese Cuisine
Coconut zuzu, tilapia hotpot, jackfruit smoothies - there’s nowhere else in Singapore with such an array of unique dishes. Even for the risk-adverse, Long Phung offers simple and hearty chow like Beef Pho and Fried Chicken, which are just as tasty if not even better than most. Many have deemed the establishment the best Vietnamese restaurant in Singapore – and we have no objections to that statement.
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Long Phung Vietnamese Restaurant
159 Joo Chiat Road Singapore 427436
Tel: 6440 6959
12pm-10pm
(6 min drive / 30 min walk)
Danji Korean BBQ Buffet
There might be way too many Korean BBQ buffets in Singapore but if you’re looking for great quality and great price, it’s not always easy to find a K-BBQ place with the best of both. Danji stands out as the few in Singapore that serve the freshest ingredients at an affordable rate (at just $15 for weekday buffet lunches), and yet also retains the true Korean taste. Most also know the place from its homely ambience and welcoming staff & owners, who treat guests with an almost-familial hospitality.
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Danji Korean BBQ Buffet
188L Tanjong Katong Road
#01-01, Singapore 437156
Tel: 6348 1244
11:30am–2:30pm, 5:30–10pm
(6 min drive / 18 min walk)
Café Melba
The Australasian café sits right on the premises of GAC and is perfect for all types of get-togethers; be it family gatherings, Sunday brunches with friends, or dinner dates. Known for its hefty portions and diverse spread of choices, Café Melba has gained a steady following over the long tenure it’s had at Goodman mostly because of its innovative twists on a range of cuisines – a rare feat for a café brunch spot. For first-timers, we recommend its Potato & Leek Homemade Soup, Weekend Roast Pork, and Chilli Crab Pizza.
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Cafe Melba
90 Goodman Road, Block N #01-56
Goodman Arts Centre, Singapore 439053
Tel: 6440 6068
Weekdays: 10am - 10pm | Weekends & PHs: 8:30am - 10pm
Old Airport Road Food Centre
Not all hawker centres are created equal. Some, like Maxwell and Newton, act as the face of Singapore’s street food culture and become too commercialized for tourism’s sake. Others, like quiet heartland hawkers scattered across the Island’s neighbourhoods, serve up the most bona fide renditions of local dishes at the best prices. Old Airport Road Food Centre makes for a great amalgamation of both, with its tourism-friendly charm of history & culture on its side and zero compromises on authenticity and taste.
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Stall recommendations:
- Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun: #01-155
- Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee: #01-116
- Toa Payoh Rojak: #01-108
- To-Ricos Guo Shi (Kway Chap): #01-135
- Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee (Hougang): #01-32
- Chuan Kee Satay: #01-85
- Whitley Rd Big Prawn Noodle: #01-98
- Hua Kee Hougang Famous Wan Ton Mee: #01-02
- Katong Ah Soon Fried Oyster: #01-07
- Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow: #01-12
(Note: avoid stopping at just one store – get a dish from a few hawkers to share!)
51 Old Airport Rd
Singapore 390051
(2 min drive / 9 min walk)
Loving Hut
Gone are the days of boring, cookie-cutter vegan/vegetarian food – and we only have great restaurants like Loving Hut to thank. Its plant-based menu has a vibrant lineup of local dishes like Claypot Rice, Braised Hokkien Noodles, and Sambal Prongs. The most special part of Loving Hut isn’t just in its delicious food, but its honest message of sustainability through harmonious living.
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Loving Hut
229 Joo Chiat Rd, #01-01
Singapore 427489
(9 min drive / 30 min walk)
