15 Best Jjajangmyeon in Singapore For a Slurp-Worthy Time
Jjajangmyeon is arguably one of the most popular Korean-Chinese dishes here in Singapore. Inspired by the Chinese zha jiang mian, which was introduced by a Chinese immigrant living in Incheon more than a hundred years ago, the dish remains a simple but comforting dish. After all, who can resist the delicious blend of chewy noodles and velvety, savoury black bean sauce? The next time the craving for a bowl of jjajangmyeon hits, make sure to check out these jjajangmyeon in Singapore!
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Ajumma’s
Ajumma’s Jjajangmyeon contains a bowl of springy noodles accompanied by special Jjajang sauce, a combination of tender pork, black bean paste, and vegetables, all fried into an aromatic paste. Topped with peas and shredded cucumber, the bowl is fuss-free and comforting. Pair it with some Fluffy Steamed Eggs or Pork and Chives Mandus to complete the experience! Address: Multiple outlets
Go! K-JJAJANG
The sister restaurant of Go! K-BBQ, Go! K-JJAJANG serves a variety of authentic Korean-Chinese dishes such as the quintessential Jajangmyeon, Jjamppong, and Tangsuyuk. Their namesake dish sees a medley of slippery noodles, minced meat, onions, eggs, and vegetables, all held together by a starchy black bean sauce. If you like a bit of spice in your food, try their Spicy Jjajangmyeon instead! Ad...
Hanwoori Korean Restaurant
Located at Serangoon Garden, Hanwoori Korean Restaurant is run by a native Korean lady. Amongst many of its yummy dishes is the Jjajangmyeon, which features QQ noodles coated in a black bean sauce that is umami without being overly salty. The bowl also comes with chunks of potato, onions and pork. The best part? Every main dish also comes with 10 different varieties of banchan! Address: 76 Sera...
Hwang Sil Korean-Chinese Restaurant
An authentic Korean-Chinese restaurant in Singapore, Hwang Sil is frequently lauded for its generous portions. Their Jja Jang Myeon consists of handmade noodles that are deliciously soft and chewy, bathed in a black bean sauce that’s savoury, rich and packed with robust flavours. Due to its immense popularity, reservations are highly recommended! Address: 38 Maxwell Rd, #01-05, Singapore 069116...
Itaewon Jjajang
Located near Exit A of Tanjong Pagar and away from the main stretch of Korean restaurants Itaewon Jjajang. Just like its name suggests, the restaurant serves Jjajangmyeon and other Korean-Chinese food items. The have a set menu that lets you try their at an affordable price. For example, the Set A consists of a bowl of Jjajangmyeon, Jjamppong and Tangsuyuk. Sathered in a recognisable black soybean...
Jeong’s Jjajang
A Korean-owned stall located in the neighbourhood of Bukit Merah, the noodles at Jeong’s Jjajang are made in-house and freshly cooked when an order is placed. The chewy noodles are coated in a savoury black bean sauce that is packed with umami and also includes onions and chunks of meat. Each main course also comes with a side of kimchi and pickled radish to make a complete meal! Address: 161 B...
Joo Mak Korean Restaurant
Located at Beauty World Centre, Joo Mak Korean Restaurant is a Korean BBQ specialty restaurant that also serves up a delicious Black Bean Sauce Noodles. The wheat noodles are light and slippery, while the black bean sauce is nicely balanced with a distinct sweetness, earthiness and umami. Address: 144 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, #04-01, Singapore 588177 Opening Hours: 6–10:30 pm Tues to Thurs, 12–3 ...
Meokja by JUNGGA
Muslim-friendly Korean food is hard to come by, but Meokja by JUNGGA is one of those places that we can visit with our Muslim friends. The eatery is helmed by a Korean-Muslim convert and his wife. The menu features many delicious mains, but one of the standouts is their JjaJangMyeon. This bowl of goodness features chewy noodles and smoky minced beef, as well as soft, caramelised onions for a touch...
MukJja
MukJja is a family-run eatery best known for their Noodle with Black Bean Sauce that’s made with a unique recipe created in the 1990s. While the bowl of noodles may look simple from the outside, the black bean sauce is packed with flavour. Combined with the handmade springy, chewy noodles, you’ll have to try it to know why it’s consistently ranked as the best jjajangmyeon in Singapore! Address:...
Noodle Star K
Opened by the same folks behind Super Star K, Noodle Star K specialises in handmade Korean noddles from Naengmyeon to Jjajangmyeon, Jjampong and Kalguksu. Instead of thick and round noodles, those used in the Jjajangmyeon here are flat like mee pok. Unlike most Jjajangmyeon, no shallots go into this, but there are potato cubes for extra texture and it also pairs nicely with the savoury black bean...