# Hotpot & Steamboat in Chinatown

Hotpot in Singapore ranges from about $15–30 per person at buffet chains to $50–80 a head at à la carte places like Haidilao, where soup bases (from about $13), sauce bar charges and drinks are billed separately. Most chains price "++", so add about 19.9% to menu prices.

## Key facts
- Listings: 16
- Matched to a government licence/register: 2
- Median years in business: 12

## Prices in Singapore
Indicative per-person prices from 2024–2025 menus and reviews, before service charge and GST unless stated.

| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| À la carte hotpot (Haidilao-style) | S$50–S$80 per pax | Depends on meats ordered; wagyu plates alone run $28–108 |
| Soup base | S$13–S$20 per pot | Single-flavour from about $13; split pots cost more |
| Sauce/condiment bar | S$4 per pax | Haidilao's charge per diner |
| Set menu for 4 (promotional) | S$78.80 per set | Haidilao anniversary promo in 2025; time-limited |

## How to choose
- Decide between buffet (fixed price, time limit usually 90–120 minutes) and à la carte (pay per plate, better meat quality). Buffets suit big eaters; à la carte suits small groups who want premium cuts.
- Count the extras: soup base, sauce bar, rice, drinks and wet towels are often separate line items.
- Ask whether broth is MSG-free or can be made less spicy – mala levels vary widely between chains.
- Late-night options are common; many hotpot chains open past midnight, but confirm last order times.
- For halal hotpot, check the specific outlet on the MUIS directory – a Muslim-owned or 'pork-free' restaurant is not necessarily certified.

## Listings (top 16)
- [Wu Wang Guo Hot Pot](https://lookup.sg/biz/wu-wang-guo-hot-pot), Chinatown · 133 New Bridge Rd #03-09/10/11/12/13/14 above main atrium Chinatown Point · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Chuan Garden Steamboat](https://lookup.sg/biz/chuan-garden-steamboat), Chinatown · 42/43 Mosque St · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT · SFA licensed · registered 2014
- [Manbok Chinatown Korean BBQ and Steamboat Buffet Restaurant](https://lookup.sg/biz/manbok-chinatown-korean-bbq-and-steamboat-buffet-restaurant), Chinatown · 279 New Bridge Rd · 3 min walk from Chinatown MRT · SFA licensed
- [Shi Li Fang Hot Pot](https://lookup.sg/biz/shi-li-fang-hot-pot-chinatown), Chinatown · 133 New Bridge Road B2, #17 Chinatown Point · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Manchurian Lamb HotPot](https://lookup.sg/biz/manchurian-lamb-hotpot), Chinatown · 18 Smith St · 2 min walk from Maxwell MRT
- [Good Combo Hotpot & BBQ Chinatown](https://lookup.sg/biz/good-combo-hotpot-and-bbq-chinatown), Chinatown · 41 Temple St · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Mala Hotpot](https://lookup.sg/biz/mala-hotpot-chinatown), Chinatown · 32 New Market Rd | People' · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Steamboat Buffet Restaurant](https://lookup.sg/biz/steamboat-buffet-restaurant), Chinatown · 45 Mosque St · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Lao Huang 捞皇 Emperor Hotpot](https://lookup.sg/biz/lao-huang-emperor-hotpot), Chinatown · 331 New Bridge Road #01-04, Dorsett Residence · 1 min walk from Outram Park MRT
- [Zhang Liang Mala Tang](https://lookup.sg/biz/zhang-liang-mala-tang), Chinatown · 3 Pickering St, #01-36/37 Nankin Row · 2 min walk from Dt18 MRT
- [Si Jing Hotpot 亖井火锅](https://lookup.sg/biz/si-jing-hotpot), Chinatown · 199 New Bridge Rd · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [元气椰林椰子鸡火锅 - Yeahcoco Hotpot](https://lookup.sg/biz/yeahcoco-hotpot), Chinatown · 41 Mosque Street, #41A, #41B · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Taikoo Lane Hotpot](https://lookup.sg/biz/taikoo-lane-hotpot), Chinatown · #B1-16 Chinatown Point · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [喜辣猫麻辣烫Xi La Mao Mala Tang](https://lookup.sg/biz/xi-la-mao-mala-tang), Chinatown · 61 Temple St · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Blue Bay Seafood Hotpot @ Chinatown](https://lookup.sg/biz/blue-bay-seafood-hotpot-chinatown), Chinatown · 191b-199b New Bridge Rd, Level 3 · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT
- [Chong Qing No. 1 Steamboat](https://lookup.sg/biz/chong-qing-no-1-steamboat), Chinatown · 54 Smith St · 1 min walk from Chinatown MRT

## FAQs
### How much is Haidilao per person in Singapore?
Expect roughly $50–80 per person before service charge and GST, based on MoneySmart's 2024 estimate. Everything is à la carte: a soup base starts around $13, the sauce bar is about $4 per diner, and premium meats like wagyu cost $28–108 a plate. Haidilao cut some soup base prices in March 2025, so check the current menu.

### What does "++" mean on a Singapore menu?
"++" means a 10% service charge and 9% GST will be added. GST is charged on the service charge too, so the multiplier is 1.1 × 1.09 = 1.199 – a $50++ meal costs about $59.95. IRAS lets restaurants that levy a service charge show pre-GST prices, but they must state prominently that prices are subject to GST and service charge.

### Is there halal hotpot in Singapore?
Yes, some hotpot and steamboat restaurants are MUIS halal-certified. Certification is per outlet, so verify the exact branch on the MUIS Certified Eating Establishments list or the MuslimSG app, and look for the original certificate on display.

## Sources
- MUIS – Certified Eating Establishments: https://muis.gov.sg/Halal/Halal-Certification/Certified-Eating-Establishments
- IRAS – Displaying and quoting prices (GST): https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/basics-of-gst/invoicing-price-display-and-record-keeping/displaying-and-quoting-prices

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Source: Lookup (https://lookup.sg) · Data as of October 2026 · Listings compiled from Singapore government open data (data.gov.sg), OneMap and Overture Maps places. Free listings never show contact details; featured listings are labelled.