Soup Restaurant @ Holland Village
chinese restaurant — Bukit Timah · Singapore
About Soup Restaurant @ Holland Village
Soup Restaurant at Raffles Medical Holland Village serves distinctive, traditional Chinatown heritage cuisine inspired by the home-cooked recipes of Singapore's historic Samsui women. Operating since 1991, the restaurant brings comforting Cantonese classics to Holland Village, offering nourishing herbal soups, steamed delicacies, and time-honoured sharing plates prepared in simple styles that highlight the natural flavours of fresh ingredients.
Whether dropping by for an individual weekday lunch, gathering with colleagues for an executive combo, or enjoying a family meal, diners can expect signature dishes like Samsui Ginger Chicken and nourishing double-boiled soups served in a relaxed, family-friendly casual dining atmosphere. The Holland Village outlet offers full lunch and dinner services throughout the week, complemented by convenient takeaway options.
Savouring Chinatown Heritage Cuisine at Soup Restaurant Holland Village
Bringing the rich culinary heritage of Singapore's historic Chinatown into the vibrant neighbourhood of Holland Village, Soup Restaurant offers a comforting dining experience rooted in nostalgia, craftsmanship, and family recipes. Established in 1991 from humble beginnings, Soup Restaurant has remained dedicated to serving authentic Singaporean-Cantonese heritage cuisine inspired by the resilient Samsui women who helped build early Singapore. Located on the ground floor of Raffles Medical Holland Village along Holland Avenue, this outlet serves as a welcoming sanctuary for those seeking balanced, wholesome home-cooked flavours.
Time-Honoured Recipes and Heritage Flavours
The culinary philosophy of Soup Restaurant centres on simple preparation techniques that coax out the natural sweetness and goodness of fresh ingredients without heavy artifices. Foremost among its celebrated offerings is the iconic Samsui Ginger Chicken, a culinary tribute to the festive fare once savoured by Samsui women. Featuring tender, poached chicken served alongside fragrant, finely minced Samsui ginger sauce and fresh lettuce leaves for wrapping, it embodies the comforting balance of communal Chinese family dining.
Complementing the heritage chicken dishes is a deep repertoire of nourishing soups and steamed fare. Guests can experience traditional double-boiled broths, such as the aromatic Whole Coconut with Black Chicken Soup, slow-cooked to extract herbal essences into a naturally sweet, clear broth. Other comforting highlights include peppery fish head soup brewed with yam, silky steamed eggs with minced pork, and savoury earthen bowl steamed rice topped with chicken and ginger sauce.
Thoughtful Dining for Everyday Gatherings
Soup Restaurant at Holland Village caters seamlessly to busy professionals, solo diners, and multigenerational families alike. Midday lunch breaks are well served by value-focused sets, including the Weekday Individual Meal complete with a main and soup, as well as the Weekday Executive Lunch Combo curated for sharing among colleagues. Families dining with younger children benefit from a dedicated Kids Menu formulated with child-friendly portions, while larger celebratory gatherings can opt for the curated Joyous Set Menu.
For those on the move, takeaway specials allow patrons to bring home the same comforting dishes, alongside retail jars of signature Samsui Ginger Sauce, Sambal, and XO Sauce to recreate authentic heritage tastes in home kitchens.
Signature items
- Samsui Ginger Chicken
- Whole Coconut with Black Chicken Soup
- Earthen Bowl Steamed Rice w Chicken & Samsui Ginger Sauce
- Peppery Fish Head Soup with Yam
- XO Seafood Fried Rice
- Samsui Ginger Sauce
Menu
Retail Sauces
- Samsui Ginger Sauce — Bottled signature ginger sauce crafted from the house heritage recipe
- Samsui Sambal Sauce — Bottled traditional savoury and spicy sambal chili sauce
- Samsui XO Sauce — Bottled gourmet savoury dried seafood and chili relish
Sets & Combos
- Joyous Set Menu — Thoughtfully curated selection of classic favourites designed for sharing
- Weekday Executive Lunch Combo — Balanced sharing set meal designed for two or more diners
- Weekday Individual Meal — Individual dining set featuring an individual main paired with soup
- Kids Menu — Specially portioned nutritious meal set curated for children below 12 years old
Specialty Soups
- Whole Coconut with Black Chicken Soup — Double-boiled black chicken soup infused inside a fresh whole coconut
- Peppery Fish Head Soup with Yam — Comforting peppery broth brewed with tender fish head and aromatic yam
Seafood & Vegetables
- Qing Long with Shimeiji Mushroom — Crisp stir-fried Qing Long vegetables tossed with delicate shimeiji mushrooms
- XO Seafood Fried Rice — Fragrant wok-fried rice tossed with mixed seafood and piquant Samsui XO sauce
Heritage & Signature Classics
- Samsui Ginger Chicken — Signature tender boiled chicken served with traditional fragrant Samsui ginger sauce
- Earthen Bowl Steamed Rice with Chicken and Samsui Ginger Sauce — Steamed earthen bowl rice topped with succulent chicken and aromatic Samsui ginger sauce
- Steamed Egg with Minced Pork — Silky steamed egg custard topped with seasoned minced pork
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Soup Restaurant located in Holland Village?
- The restaurant is located at 118 Holland Avenue, #01-02 Raffles Medical Holland Village, Singapore 278997.
- Does Soup Restaurant Holland Village offer lunch specials?
- Yes, weekday offerings include individual set meals with a main and soup, as well as an executive lunch combo designed for groups of two or more.
- Are there meal options available for children?
- Yes, a dedicated Kids Menu is available for children under 12 years old or below 120cm in height.
- Can I purchase Soup Restaurant sauces for home use?
- Yes, bottled retail sauces including Samsui Ginger Sauce, Samsui Sambal Sauce, and Samsui XO Sauce are sold directly at the outlet.
- Does the Holland Village outlet take a mid-day break?
- On Mondays through Fridays, the outlet takes an afternoon break between 2:30pm and 5:00pm, while operating continuously from 11:30am on weekends and public holidays.
- What time is the last food order accepted?
- Last orders are accepted 30 minutes before the scheduled closing time for each service.
Tips
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Good to know
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