Whenever my friends and I meet up at Jurong East, we somehow always end up eating at JEM and never at Westgate. Why? I have no idea. It always felt like the ~cooler~ option, maybe. This month, we went out of our way to actually explore Westgate, and to our surprise, so much of it has changed from the last time we were there! The next time you’re at Jurong East, take the chance to check out these underrated food spots, and who knows, maybe you’ll find your next favourite meal.
01 • Sushi Zushi
This is not your typical conveyor-belt sushi — in fact, there’s no conveyor belt at all. Sushi Zushi has a unique omakase-inspired concept where chefs prepare your order right in front of you, which includes skewering and grilling fresh seafood over a traditional sand grill. But don’t think this place is all fancy-shmancy. When they just opened last year, they actually held a $1 sushi promotion, which was SO worth it. Their regular prices are still pretty reasonable too, starting from $3 for a 2-piece.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #03-01 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 11.30am – 4pm & 5.30pm – 9.30pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: sushizushi.sg
02 • Flipper’s
Ever seen those viral fluffy Japanese pancakes? Well, this is the chance to try some for yourself. Flipper’s is famous for their signature Kiseki pancakes, or Japanese soufflé pancakes, that are unbelievably soft and pillowy in texture. Using a precise Kiseki formula with premium Japanese ingredients, this cafe cooks up pancakes that are as delicious as they are Instagram-worthy.
Flipper’s is also celebrating their 10th anniversary this year (congratulations!). They’re in the process of crafting a special anniversary strawberry pancake, so look out for an ultra-special drop coming soon.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #01-42 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Thu, 11am – 9.30pm | Fri, 11am – 10pm | Sat & Sun, 10.30am – 10pm
📞 Contact: 9872 6344
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/flippers.singapore
03 • Anjappar
If you think you’ve had real Indian food, think again. With over 60+ years of experience, Anjappar brings absolutely authentic South Indian cuisine to the table. They particularly specialise in the rich, aromatic flavours of Chettinad cuisine, with handmade spice blends and fresh seasonal produce.
Flip through their large menu, and you’ll be spoilt for choice! But don’t forget to try the juicy Tandoori Chicken ($16), marinated in flavourful spices and roasted in a fiery claypot.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #04-08 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 10.30am – 10.30pm
📞 Contact: 6566 5545
🍴 Halal status: Halal-friendly
🌐 Website: anjappar.com.sg
04 • Läderach
This is the priciest place on the list, but it’s definitely worth it. Läderach is a family-owned Swiss luxury chocolate brand, lauded for their incredibly high-quality products. Every chocolate is handcrafted exclusively in Switzerland and then air-flown over to Singapore for maximum freshness, which is especially important for those crunchy nutty treats. If you’re looking for an exquisite delicacy or a gift that always impresses, then this is the place for you.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #01-10 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Thu, 11am – 9pm | Fri to Sun, 11am – 10pm
📞 Contact: 6958 8154
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: sg.laderach.com
05 • Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles
If you’ve been craving a warm, hearty meal, then look no further than Tongue Tip Lanzhou Beef Noodles. This Halal La Mian restaurant specialises in the centuries-old tradition of Lanzhou hand-pulled noodles, and offers 8 different types made fresh on order.
Their Signature Beef Noodles (S $10.90 / L $13.90) feature clear beef broth made from more than 15 kinds of herbs and spices, along with beef shank slices, white radish, Chinese leek, and coriander. Try it with their signature chilli oil, or opt for a more adventurous helping of mala or sauerkraut.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #B1-28A Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 9.30pm
📞 Contact: 9108 1846
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/tonguetipbeefnoodles
06 • Nasty Cookie
It’s SO good but so bad — Nasty Cookie offers New York-style gourmet cookies that are sinfully indulgent. These jumbo-sized desserts are crunchy on the outside and ooey-gooey on the inside, with a rich, thick filling that leaves you craving more. Their limited-time Dubai Chewy Cookie collection ($6 each) is the ultimate treat, coming in 4 different flavours: Pistachio, Matcha, Chocolate Mint, and Cookies & Cream.
Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #01-09 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 12pm – 9.30pm
📞 Contact: 9379 4648
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: nastycookie.com
07 • Niku Niku Oh!! Kome
Get ready for a sizzling-hot meal at Niku Niku Oh!! Kome, the newest restaurant in Westgate. Their concept is simple but refined: hamburger steak sets that range from $16.80 to $22.80, complete with free-flow rice, soup, and sides.
Freshly-ground hamburger meat is grilled right in front of your eyes by expert chefs, before being served on a hot plate so you keep cooking it to your preferred doneness. Their rice deserves special mention as well — it arrives at the restaurant unpolished, and is then milled in-house and cooked with ultra-soft water to enhance its natural flavour.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #02-07 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 10pm
📞 Contact: 6592 2558
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/nikuniku_oh_kome_sg
08 • Shake Shack
From a humble roadside burger stand, Shake Shack has grown to become one of the most beloved fast-casual chains today. An emphasis on fresh, quality ingredients sets them apart from your average fast food place, with precise fat-to-meat burger patty ratios and unique frozen custard milkshakes. Their signature ShackBurger ($10.40) is their magnum opus, featuring 100% all-natural Angus beef with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and their famously tangy ShackSauce.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #01-20/21/22/33 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: shakeshack.com.sg
09 • LE Congee & Noodle House
LE Congee & Noodle House feels like a home away from home, with old-school Hong Kong-style decor and simple, nostalgic meals. Their silky-smooth congee is simmered on low heat for 4 hours, so that every warm bite (or slurp) goes down incredibly easy. Each bowl also comes with a free youtiao — classic, crispy and oh-so-fluffy. If you’re looking for something more filling, opt for their equally delicious Hong Kong wonton mee, with springy yellow egg noodles.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #02-13 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 9.30pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: paradisegp.com/le-congee
10 • Eighteen Plum
Looking for a way to curb your sweet tooth? Look no further than Eighteen Plum. Their giant glass jars of treats may look straight out of a candy shop, but this time they’re filled with all-natural goodness. This leading snack brand from China offers more than 200 healthier products without artificial preservatives, including their signature snacks made from tart green Chinese plums.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #B1-K6 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm
📞 Contact: 8365 3386
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/eighteenplumsg
11 • Nunsaram
Beat the heat with an icy-cold bowl of bingsoo at Nunsuram, an OG Korean dessert cafe. With generous toppings, sweetened condensed milk, and fluffy shaved ice that melts in your mouth, it’s a wonderfully refreshing treat for the hot weather. Choose a classic like the Injeolmi (M $12.90 / L $15.90), or opt for a sweet Strawberry treat (M $12.90 / L $15.90).
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #04-37 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 10pm
📞 Contact: 9664 2574
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: nunsaram.com.sg
12 • Bebek Goreng Pak Ndut
When you think of Indonesian food, bebek goreng (or fried duck) usually isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. This restaurant plans to change that. Bebek Goreng Pak Ndut serves authentic Indonesian food with special chilli sauces imported straight from Indonesia. Their signature Bebek Goreng Original w/ Nasi ($12.50) is a deep-fried delight, with juicy duck meat marinated for 24 hours in a blend of secret spices, before being fried to crispy perfection.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #B1-11 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 9.30pm
📞 Contact: 6565 4787
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: bebekgorengpakndut.com.sg
13 • DONQ ÉDITER
Try something new at DONQ, a French-Japanese bakery chain that serves a wide variety of unique pastries. If you’re wondering what French-Japanese even means, peer into their sliding glass drawers and you’ll have the answer — an interesting mixture of Japanese and traditional Vienna-style breads. From cute mini mochi bites to big-boy baguettes, you’ll surely be spoilt for choice.
📍 Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #B2-01 Westgate, Singapore 608532
⏰ Opening hours: Sun – Thu, 10am – 9pm | Fri & Sat, 10am – 9.30pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: instagram.com/donq.sg
(Feature photo from Shake Shack)
