20 Best Spots to Indulge in Korean Bingsu in Singapore
Korean food culture has been an enduring trend over the years, with fans all across the globe indulging in Korean fried chicken, KBBQ and desserts like bingsu. Originally known as Patbingsu, this sweet and icy treat was first eaten during the Joseon Dynasty and remains a favourite summertime indulgence. Early versions of this dessert combined pat (red bean paste) with bingsu (shaved ice), but it has since evolved to encompass an array of mouth-watering varieties. You may notice some similarites to our local ice kachang, but the Korean version is quite different in its taste and texture. Read on to find out where to savour the Korean bingsu in Singapore!
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929 Desserts & Bites
Just a stone's throw away from Tampines West MRT is 929 Desserts & Bites! Helmed by an ex-aesthetician and her sister, the stall sells fusion Korean-Taiwanese bingsu. What’s unique about them is that they use flavoured ice blocks to enhance the shaved ice’s flavour, and they also make their own taro cubes featured in Green Monster, one of their more popular flavours. They also have fun and unique...
Cafe De Muse
From specialty coffee and tea to full-fledged courses and desserts, Cafe De Muse is a Western-Korean fusion cafe that’s open 24 hours. Get your bingsu fix at any time of day and pick from options such as Fresh Cake & Strawberry, Cookies & Cream, Green Tea, Fresh Melon and more. Now you know where to go when you’re craving bingsu at 3 AM! Address: 350 Orchard Road, #01-K5/K6 & #02-K4, Orchard, S...
Chi-Bing
If you’re in the Buona Vista area, Chi-Bing in Star Vista is a good option if you need a bingsu break. Flavours here vary widely, from the classic Injeolmi to Yoghurt, Green Grape and Mango. If you love chocolate, try their drool-worthy Chocolate Brownie bingsu which offers a delightful mix of brownies, waffle biscuits and chocolate ice cream! A full-fledged Korean restaurant, you can order savour...
Chicken Up
Chicken Up may specialise in Korean fried chicken, but their bingsu looks spectacular as well. The Watermelon Bingsu is piled high with shaved ice, ice cream, red bean and fruit, served in a watermelon husk. They also have a Melon Bingsu along with other flavours like Matcha. Sounds like a great way to round up a meal of fried chicken! Address: Multiple outlets
Dal.Komm Coffee
Dal.Komm Coffee is a popular Korean cafe known for its well-brewed coffee. Most people come here for their delightful coffee blends, but it also offers some bingsu as well! If you’re especially adventurous we recommend trying their Cherry Tomato Bingsu — a flavour that you won’t see anywhere else! If you prefer to play it safe, go for the Mango Bingsu, or Red Bean Bingsu. Address: Multiple outl...
Gangnam Cafe
Gangnam Cafe is a brand-new hideout in Link@896, a shopping mall across King Albert Park. Get your bingsu fix such as the reliable Injeolmi Bingsu which is topped with rice cakes, sweet soybean powder, sliced almonds and condensed milk. Or go for other flavours that include Milo, Oreo, Green Tea, Choco Banana and Strawberry. The Mango Bingsu is also drool-inducing, with generously cut-up chunks of...
Han Bing Cafe
Bingsu fans are obsessed with this Insta-worthy hotspot for the Korean dessert. With over 20 unique and creative flavours such as Durian, Black Sesame, Green Tea, Lychee Rose, and Tangerine Fruity, you’ll definitely find something you love at Han Bing Cafe. Their light and fluffy snow-like shaved ice is simply some of the best in town. Address: 10 Jln Serene, #01-03B, Singapore 258748 Opening...
Ice Lab
Ice Lab has been around since 2015 and it won’t disappoint with its wide range of bingsu flavours. All their bingsu come in two sizes – single and large – so don’t worry if you have a small appetite! In addition to the usual traditional flavours like Injeolmi, Ice Lab also offers unique flavours such as Tiramisu, Lychee Rose, Yoghurt, Lemon, Cheese, and Tutti Frutti. Address: Multiple outlets
Jinjja Chicken
Jinjja Chicken may be known for their tasty Korean fried chicken and Jajangmyeon, but don’t underestimate their desserts. This halal-certified joint dishes out a classic Patbingsu, as well as Oreo and Strawberry Cheesecake versions. Make sure to leave a little room for the bingsu after your meal! Address: Multiple outlets
Nunsaram Korean Dessert Cafe
One of the most popular spots for bingsu in Singapore, Nunsaram has two outlets in Westgate and Orchard Central. Here you’ll find over 15 melt-in-your-mouth goodness like Chocolate Banana, Green Tea, Acai Fruits and more. If you’re adventurous, try the Sweet Potato Bingsu which is an uncommon flavour, featuring sweet potato paste and chunks that are naturally purple – making it an extremely Instag...