Had lunch at the newly opened food court on the 3rd floor of Raffles City.
At one of the Nasi Padang stalls, I picked one fried chicken, squid, and two vegetables.
It cost me $16.80!
The stall also never mentioned how much the fried chicken was.
Tim
2
The premise for this venture by the Food Republic is a good one. It leverages a well-established concept in Singapore. Located on the 3rd floor of Raffles City, in a large, well-lit, air-conditioned space, featuring a spectrum of local, Asian, and Western cuisines, anchored by various Michelin-recognized (Bib Gourmand) food establishments.
The best part of the experience is probably as you walk through the main entrance and look at the options. You are spoilt for choice. However, after finding your seat, the food experience deteriorates rapidly.
We tried 3 different stalls and their recommended 'must-try' dishes, and, frankly, all were disappointing.
A) Ju Xing Fish (HK Michelin Bib Gourmand): The signature sauerkraut fish, which came with grass carp and rice. The broth was not oily and quite vibrant, but the fish tasted like plastic at best, and was inedible. Hard to give any stars for plastic fish.
B) Mon Kee Cafe (Popular Cha Chaan Tang): We tried the signature Char Siew scrambled egg rice with homemade sweet sauce. This was probably the best of the lot: edible but underwhelming.
C) Penang Jiak: Featuring none other than Penang food. Their star dish was the Penang Char Kway Teow, but it was disappointing. It lacked any wok aroma. The prawns were mushy, and the noodles were flat. Perhaps the only part it resembled Penang CKT was its greasiness.
The place was otherwise clean, thanks to the housekeeping stewards. This needs to get better, as it’s hard to imagine a worse food court experience.
Zoe
5
Newly re-opened, this sleek city food court boasts 20+ iconic stalls, a fully air-conditioned environment, and a fresh farm-to-table energy.
What to check out:
**Ju Xing Fish**
Ju Xing Home’s first-ever express concept — HK’s ultimate sauerkraut fish spot, with 8 years of Michelin Bib Gourmand status. Celeb-approved by Jay Chou, Raymond Lam, and even Michelin-star chefs.
Build-your-own bowl:
Bases: Sauerkraut / Mala / Tomato
Fish: Sea Bass – $11.80 | Premium Grass Carp – $13.80
Collagen top-up: $2 for the glow.
**SMASH by BurgerLabo**
Smash burgers done right.
From the minds behind BurgerLabo and Naked Finn, this is where gourmet meets food court. Think premium Aberdeen Angus beef, smashed hard, seared to perfection, and dripping with umami.
What to grab:
Signature SMASH Single – $9.80
Add $4 for fries.
**Mon Kee Café**
Straight out of Hong Kong — an authentic cha chaan teng experience, now landing in Singapore for the very first time. Serving soul-soothing HK comfort food since 2016.
What to order:
Char Siew Scrambled Egg Rice – $8.50
Silky eggs, sweet soy, and char siew magic in every bite.
Macaroni with Satay Beef in Cream of Chicken – $6.00
That creamy, cozy combo you didn’t know you needed.
Quartet Pineapple Bun Sandwiches – nostalgia, elevated tenfold.
**LiXin Teochew Fishball Noodles**
Michelin Bib Gourmand. No shortcuts — just 100% yellowtail fishballs, handmade daily.
Only at this outlet:
Sambal Mushroom Meat Dumpling Noodles – $7.70
Spicy mushrooms, juicy dumplings, crispy fishcake.
**Kam’s Roast Express**
From the 1 Michelin-starred Kam’s Roast Goose in HK (established for 11 years) — this is their casual, no-frills offshoot bringing exceptional roasts to the food court.
What to devour:
Roast Duck Rice – $8.90
Roast Duck Drumstick Rice – $11.90
BBQ Pork Rice – $8.90
BBQ Pork Belly Rice – $8.90
Doreen Lua
3
Visited this place on a Sunday afternoon around 2:30 PM. Unfortunately, the experience was quite disappointing. The food court was extremely crowded, and the seating was very cramped, making it hard to enjoy the meal comfortably. The noise level was also pretty high, which added to the chaotic atmosphere.
After the recent renovation, there were only a handful of new stalls. We tried the new HK-style scrambled egg rice with sliced char siew and ordered the HK milk tea (about $3+). We also gave the Penang Char Kway Teow a try.
While the food was decent, the prices felt steep — most dishes ranged from $8 to over $11 per plate or bowl, which seemed a bit high for a food court setting. Overall, it wasn’t a very relaxing dining experience.
Jake Tan
4
The newly renovated food court has many new stalls compared to the previous one. We tried the smash burger, the scrambled egg with char siew rice, and the Korean wagyu beef bowl. All the food was not bad, but the prices were pretty high for food court standards. Oh, the free ice cream from Hundred Acres (I chose pistachio ice cream) was really nice, and it was claimable for every $20 spent in the new food court.
Jie Fu
3
Nicely designed new food court, but very average food that costs $10-20 per meal.
Also, Kam’s got their Michelin for their roast goose — but they don’t sell any goose here, only chicken, pork, and duck…
Jocelyn Wen
3
On Saturday, 05.07.2025, I came here for a quick breakfast and ordered this roasted pork with rice and egg from this Hong Kong stall. It tastes quite good, but the portion is slightly small, and it's $10 per plate. This food place is bright, spacious, and clean for dining in.
Xing Hao
4
Raffles City’s newly renovated food court is looking fresh and modern – a big step up from its previous setup. The layout is much more spacious and cleaner now, with plenty of seating and a better flow, even during peak hours. It's good for big groups and small families with kids too. There’s a good variety of stalls to choose from, ranging from local delights to popular fusion options, plus a few new names worth checking out. You won't run out of options, for sure. There is even a teppanyaki style stall at the corner entrance which is really popular with the crowd.
That said, it’s a bit of a letdown that the zi char stall is no longer around – it used to be a highlight for many regulars looking for hearty, wok-fried dishes. Still, the upgraded environment and diverse food choices make it a solid spot for a quick bite or a casual lunch downtown. Hopefully, they’ll bring back more traditional local fare in the future.
The queue for the char siew scrambled egg rice stall is super long, but to be honest, it was a letdown and tasted poor. Nothing special and not worth the 15-20-minute wait at all. It was also very pricey. Other than that, food prices range from $6 to $10. Pretty reasonable given the location. There are some opening promotions going on as well, such as free ice cream.
Eason Ong Wee Tiong
4
First visit after Food Republic took over the food court, previously run by Food Junction, and post-renovation. The place is much brighter than before, and there are more seats compared to the past. However, it felt more cramped as a result, and perhaps because it's newly opened, it was very crowded. Hence, a 3-star rating for the atmosphere. The salmon chicken bento was acceptable for the price ($7.90). The 'Classic England Fish and Chips' ($8.90) was surprisingly quite decent and offered good value for money. Note: As of 13/7/25, the restrooms on Raffles City Level 2 are currently undergoing upgrading, which likely contributed to crowded restrooms on Level 3, where the food court is located.
Yin Yi Thiam
3
Checked out the newly opened Food Junction at Raffles City, and it offers a decent mix of new food. It’s brighter now, but the space is pretty cramped and loud.
Tried the following dishes:
1. Ju Xiang Signature Sauerkraut Fish: Broth was tangy, and the grass carp fillet was crunchy. Unfortunately, I didn't quite like the texture and taste. For $13.80, it was pretty expensive and could have done with slightly more fish.
2. Mon Kee Char Siew Scrambled Egg Rice: At $8.50, this was pretty expensive. It’s just scrambled egg, rice, and char siew. The egg was quite soft and buttery, while the homemade sweet soy sauce was too sweet for my liking. The char siew was dry, too.
3. Smash by Burger Lambo (Double Patty Smash Burger): Spent $12.80, but the food was only slightly okay. The patties were decent, but lacked that juicy, caramelised “smash” texture. Flavours were okay, but didn’t quite justify the price.
There’s a range of food options to choose from, but only come if you are nearby; otherwise, you can skip it. Oh, there’s no member discount either.