Here is another salad bar that opens on the weekends and at night. Located at Jurong Point, Changi Airport, and Raffles City, Superfood Kitchen is the only place in Singapore that lets you see the macros of your order as you’re picking your items on the touch screen. You can also refer to their website for nutrition information.
Tender and well-cooked sous vide chicken
Interestingly, the sous vide chicken had a bite to it, yet it is still juicy. It seems like they brine their chicken before cooking it and hence why. It is one of the better sous vide chicken breasts I’ve had from a salad bar.
Pickled options are nice!
This time I tried the pickled red cabbage and pickled carrots & pineapple. Both still retained their crunch and was just the right amount of acidity. The broccoli is cooked very well, and other sides like the cucumber are simple yet fresh.
Portion size is average
The portion is slightly on the pricier side for its price at $12.40. The bowl was about 355g. Additionally, the bowl would be priced differently depending on the toppings that you choose. Nonetheless, I have to admit that the food is of decent quality and $12.40 is a price I’m comfortable with for the bowl I chose.
100g Romaine Lettuce
98g Sous Vide Chicken Breast
5g Alfafa Sprouts
22g Cucumber
20g Pickled Red Cabbage
35g Chilli Pickled Pineapple Carrots
55g Burnt Broccoli
20g Salted Edamame
1.5 tsp Chilli Spice Mix
-Information/Hacks-
Address: Raffles City, Changi Airport T3, Jurong Point
Hours: Mon-Sun, 11AM-9PM
Other information/Hacks: Upon comparing all food delivery platforms, it was still the cheapest to purchase from Superfood Kitchen directly and order in store. You can sign up for their membership on their website, you’ll get 1 point for every dollar spent, and you can redeem your points for free supplements/toppings/grains.
I am pleasantly surprised at how much I actually loved this salad bowl and am so happy to find a good quality salad bar that opens till late on the weekends.
Quality ingredients
The ingredients are of such good quality that their natural tastes are enough, without the need for any seasoning. For instance, this has got to be the sweetest tasting steamed pumpkin that I’ve had from a salad bar. I am definitely ordering the pumpkin again the next time I patronise this store.
Their broccoli looked unassuming because it appeared a little yellow (one hack that salad stores use is to boil broccoli with sugar so it maintains its bright green colour). Nonetheless this also means I can tell that Cafe Coldrea used fresh and not frozen broccoli which is so commendable. Moreover it is actually boiled just right, maintaining its crunch without it tasting raw. I am genuinely amazed at how well-made this simple dish was.
The Sous Vide Chicken is also cooked perfectly, maintaining its juiciness and natural sweet tastes. I again love that they didn’t have to overly season any of their ingredients because it is of such good quality.
The only ingredients that seem to come out of a can are the button mushrooms and the Tuna. Then again, these are typically canned ingredients and for how much preparation their other toppings seem to require I could easily let them off the hook for this one.
All that for just $9.90
The bowl is very well balanced, I had enough sides to taste a different texture with every bite of my greens. If anything I’d say they can consider giving less sauce because it is too much for one bowl (but they do have separate packaging for that should you require it and I kept my leftover sauce for the next meal). The bowl was about 450g including the sauce.
Other information/Hacks: You can order for self-pickup using their website. Do also ask for a loyalty card so you can get some freebies and 20% off on your 15th stamp ($8 = 1 stamp).
Make Your Own Bowl ($11.50, 1 Base, 1 Protein, 3 Sides)
[Base] Mesclun Salad
[Protein] Grilled Chicken Fillet
[Sides] Gochujang Cucumber, Baked Cauliflower, Thai Green Papaya
-The Review-
Haakon is my original go-to place for healthier options. Their macro-calculator and nutrition information on their website are very helpful, although it’s worth noting that these resources haven’t been updated with their new menu yet. Unfortunately, the branches I frequented at Raffles Place and Holland Village have since closed, so I haven’t had the chance to visit in a while. Their standards seem to have fallen quite a bit.
Light-tasting sides
Their dishes generally have a clean taste due to their light seasoning. For instance, the Thai Papaya Salad in my order was notably mild, lacking a strong fish-sauce flavor. Similarly, the Gochujang cucumber, which included onions, carrots, and cucumber, was quite subtle in flavor—though I found the raw onion a bit too intense for my taste. The baked cauliflower, seasoned lightly with curry powder, was also on the milder side.
The grilled chicken fillet is rather dry
I recall loving their Tuna Tataki, but I’ve noticed that their menu has since shrunk, and many of my previous favorites are no longer available. The grilled chicken fillet, seasoned with turmeric and cumin, was well-seasoned, but unfortunately, the chicken was tough and dry.
Portion is small for its price, every item would cost you a little bit more
For the price, the portion size is quite small. My bowl, which would have cost $11.50 if purchased directly from Haakon, contained less than 100g of protein and totaled about 325g. Adding extra toppings or sauces would have further increased the cost. Here is the weight breakdown.
Other information/Hacks: Deliveroo’s self-pickup offer is the best, my bowl will cost $10.50 after self-pickup discount. Ordering directly from their website would cost me $11.50. However, because I had my new user discount, I chose to order via FoodPanda, as my bowl was $7.40 after discount.
Deliveroo made me select a wrap despite it being a bowl (so I selected Multi-grain wrap), and they missed out on my Tomato Barley.
-The Review-
My first visit to Mom’s Hug happened before I started this website. At that time, I told myself that I wouldn’t patronise this place again because the food lacked character. I decided to give them another chance so that I could keep a record of their offerings on this website, but I think this would really be my last visit.
Everything tastes frozen/instant and nothing like a Mom’s hug
The first time I tried the Lemon Pepper Fish I was very disappointed. It tasted like frozen Sutchi fillets seasoned with Lemon Pepper Spice Mix you can purchase off the shelf at supermarkets.
This time round I picked Lemon Spice Chicken Breast, it is definitely better seasoned because it tasted like pre-seasoned Frozen/Instant Chicken Breasts I could purchase from grocery stores/minimarts. I felt thirsty after eating it, possibly due to the amount of additives usually found in such produce.
The baked sweet potato lacked texture and was overly moist, characteristics often associated with frozen sweet potatoes. It was the same for the broccoli. The sautéed mushrooms were under-seasoned (tasted like they only added salt, pepper and oil), with a strong ammonia-like aftertaste from the Shiitake mushrooms; a touch of garlic powder could have balanced this better.
Both the Pickled and Shibazuke Cucumbers tasted exactly as expected if bought from a grocery store, lacking any distinctive homemade or artisanal quality.
“Romaine Lettuce” is actually Iceberg Lettuce
Additionally the menu on Deliveroo is not in sync with their offerings and so I didn’t manage to get the base I ordered. I wanted to select 2xRomaine Lettuce but couldn’t, so I opted for Romaine Lettuce & Barley Rice. However the app forced me to pick a wrap, so in the end I had multigrain wraps and iceberg lettuce in my bowl. (Mom’s Hug, if you’re reading this, perhaps you can update your Deliveroo options).
Iceberg Lettuce is alright. The wrap was overly gritty (tasted like it was defrosted and refrozen before reheating). I have not tried the other bases, but to be fair, I tend to only select Lettuce/Greens at all the salad/grain bowl outlets I visit.
Scrambled Egg and Yogurt dressing is “healthy” only if you’re looking for something high in fats
The scrambled eggs tastes like it has been mixed with too much milk/butter/oil to be healthy. Granted it was creamy and it would fit the tastebuds of someone looking for something to indulge in.
The yogurt dressing was drenched all over the egg, so perhaps I didn’t manage to have a proper taste of it – it tasted more like mayonnaise without a hint of yogurt nor herbs. I would have definitely preferred it packed separately so I could leave it out if it isn’t to my liking.
As someone who is conscious about my calories, I will definitely not order these toppings again.
Portion is good!
For the price, the portion is honestly decent. I could not weigh the dressing accurately as it was drenched onto the bowl, but the bowl was about 500g. This makes it one of the most value-for-money bowls, especially after Deliveroo’s discount.
20g Mixed Grains Wrap
100g Lettuce
160g Lemon Spiced Chicken Breast
75g Scrambled Egg
120g Baked Sweet Potato
15g Pickled Cucumber
~20g Yogurt & Herbs
Perhaps if they provided nutrition information for their items I would be able to better justify how the food is “healthy”.
Mom’s Hug Menu – July 2024
-Information/Hacks-
Address: B1-21 One Raffles Place
Hours: Mon-Fri, 11AM-8PM Sat, 11AM-4PM
Other information/Hacks: Deliveroo’s self-pickup offer is the best, the light bowl costs $6.57 after discount.
Poke Theory is a great choice if you’re seeking a healthy and tasty option nearby (they have multiple locations across Singapore). Most of their outlets are also open on weekends. If you are counting your calories, they have a nutrition calculator. However, note that the calculator is not updated with their latest menu.
Proteins taste clean and healthy
The Balinese Spiced Salmon surprised me—it was light and not oily at all, possibly because they sous vide it without the skin. I enjoyed it more than expected; sometimes Balinese spiced dishes can be heavy but it isn’t the case here. I’d definitely order it again when I’m craving cooked fish.
I also tried their Shoyu Tuna. This is my standard order at Poke Theory because it isn’t too salty, and tuna is one of the leanest proteins out there. Their Sous Vide Chicken is also tender if you’re looking for a less-seasoned protein option.
Broccoli was overcooked
Their sides are simple yet delightful. Everything is either unseasoned or lightly seasoned, allowing you to savor the freshness of each ingredient. The Cajun Sweet Potato is mashed, providing a nice contrast to the crunchiness of other toppings. They also offer egg whites as an option.
My only complaint would be that the broccoli is mushy and overcooked. Personally, I prefer broccoli to retain its crunch after cooking.
Sauces are nice but the portion is very small
20g of dressing isn’t enough to mix properly into the regular bowl. Instead, I dip my Poke into the sauce rather than stirring it in. I’ve tried both the Sambal Matah and Avocado Miso, and found both to be well-balanced and light. Neither sauce contains oil, making them decent choices if you’re seeking a lower-calorie option.
Very consistent size
They do weigh the amount of Poke and base they give, so the sizing has been pretty consistent. It was about 110g of Protein, and a total of about 500g worth of food –
45g Pineapple
53g Sweet Potato
30g Cucumber
25g Carrot
50g Pumpkin
30g Broccoli
40g Egg White
60g Balinese Spiced Salmon
50g Shoyu Tuna
90g Crunchy Greens
20g Avocado Miso Dressing
-Information/Hacks-
Address: Various locations around Singapore
Hours: Hours differ with each location
Other information/Hacks: You can also use my referral code here for $5 off your first order.
Otherwise, ordering for self-pickup on Deliveroo would give you the best value with the ongoing 30% off (up to $8) offer.
Petite ($8, 1 base, 2 raw + savouries, 1 protein, 1 crunchy, 1 dressing)
[Base] Kale
[Raw/Savouries] Beetroot, Shredded Slaw
[Protein] Herb Chicken
[Crunchy] Apple
[Dressing] Lemon Tahini
-The Review-
Premium base at no added cost
Kale and Baby Spinach doesn’t come at any additional cost here! I have also tried their Pearled Barley, it’s a very good alternative to the usual grains!
Simple toppings are best
No-frills options like apple, beetroot etc. are what I like about Habit. The herbed chicken breast is also tender and well-seasoned.
This is the regular sized bowl I had a while back
The more complex options like the seasoned sprouts fell short because it was too salty. I would have preferred if they used soybean sprouts instead of mung bean sprouts for added texture.
As for the dressing, I’ve only tried the Tahini Lemon and I loved it. It was smooth, and had just the right amount of acidity from the lemon.
Decent portion of protein
The weight of the Petite bowl is about 380g. This is a pretty decent size for a $8 bowl. You can also pay $4 more for the regular bowl, which gives you an additional base, an additional topping, and an additional crunch. The regular bowl definitely gives more value-for-money but it was honestly too much for me. Here’s the weight breakdown of the Petite bowl I ordered –
160g Chicken Breast
35g Tahini Lemon Dressing
60g Apple
20g Beet
20g Slaw
85g Kale
-Information/Hacks-
Address: One Holland V #01-53 | Icon Village #01-31/32
Hours:
Mon-Fri, 11AM-8:30PM | 11AM-8PM
Sat-Sun, 11AM-8PM | 10:30AM-4:30PM
Other information/Hacks: Yoga Movement members can get a 10% discount in store! It costs a lot more on delivery platforms so I prefer to order in-person.
[Veggies] Green Papaya Salad, Sweet Potato w Fennel
[Side] Cauliflower Pickle
[Topping] Green Sambal Iljo
[Dressing] Homemade Coconut Curry
-The Review-
Vegetarian Option Pad Kra Pow Jackfruit available
They have very interesting proteins. Pad Kra Pao Jackfruit is essentially the vegan/vegetarian renditition of the Thai Basil Chicken. Unfortunately, they left this item out of my order and I wasn’t able to taste it, despite being so excited that I was willing to top up $5 (on deliveroo). I did get my refund in Deliveroo credits after a lot of back-and-forth with the platform, but that’s not Grain Traders’ fault.
Unlike everything else they offered on the menu, their Sous Vide Chicken Breast seemed to be the dish they put in the least effort in. It was disappointingly dry, and lacked finesse.
The 100 Day Grass-fed Beef Parrillada I tried in another order was so much better. It was incredibly tender, almost like braised pork, and beautifully seasoned. This will definitely be my go-to protein option on future visits, although I still look forward to trying the Pad Kra Pao.
Love the wide range of vegetables
Even the base is not the usual Romaine Lettuce, but a blend of Kale and Spinach. The raw vegetables are all crisp and fresh, and the cooked ones are perfectly timed.
A lot of work is needed to prepare each dish because they all have many layers and components. For example, the Broccoli was mixed with Okra and Coconut Flakes. The Cauliflower with Pomegranate & Pistachio. The eggplant was braised with a very light cashew sauce. All presenting a very nice contrast of sweet-and-nutty nodes.
Grain Traders July 2024 Menu – Base, Protein, Veggies
Even the Green Papaya Salad had edamame and purple cabbage in it.
Of the sides, I’ve tried the Cucumber Pickles (made with Kaffir Lime & Mustard Seeds) and the Cauliflower Pickles (made with carrots, tumeric, curry, and curry leaves). Both are refreshing, light, and adds just the right amount of acidity to your bowl. I can’t wait to try the other two as well.
As for the sauces, the Asian Gravy is a Teriyaki/Worcester mix and it was too salty for my liking. The Salsa Verde is a little too oily, although I did give it a taste and it is quite fragrant. I might try the Beetroot Yogurt or the Homemade Coconut Curry in future, but it seems like they are lacking a lighter dressing option.
Grain Traders July 2024 Menu – Sides, Toppings, Base
Small portion for its price.
The portion size is about 400g. They do weigh every component while adding it to your bowl so the portion sizes are fairly consistent. For a $17.50 bowl, this is one of the most expensive salad bowls in town. However, as I mentioned earlier, every dish is complex, made with multiple ingredients and spices/sauces, and the ingredients are of good quality so I felt that the price is quite justified.
95g Sous Vide Chicken Breast
50g Cauliflower, Tumeric, and Curry Pickle
80g Mixed Mushroom
75g Eggplant w Cashew
60g Super Greens
30g Spiced Chickpeas
25g Asian Gravy
[30 Jul 2024 Edit] I finally managed to try their Pad Kra Pow Jackfruit. The Jackfruit was so delicious, and it tastes almost like the texture of pulled pork.
The two remaining pickled dishes (Kimchi & Beansprouts) paled in comparison with the Pickled Cauliflower so that’ll be what I shall pick in my future orders.
The sweet potato with fennel and curry potato with grapes are both very tasty if you’re looking to supplement your bowl with some light carbs.
The homemade curry is also a good option as a dressing. Unfortunately in one of my bowls they forgot to include my Feta Beetroot Yogurt dressing, along with my chili & lemongrass peanut topping. After reaching out to them, one the owners asked me to return for another bowl on the house. I’m looking forward to try the remaining flavours that I’ve yet to explore!
[3 Aug 2024 Update]
Thanks Bryan and Javier for arranging this on the house! I appreciate the effort they put into maintaining their customer service standards.
The Beetroot Feta Yogurt is definitely a good higher-protein dressing, although I have to say the homemade curry is still my favourite. The peanuts are very fragrant, and a good topping to have if you’re looking for a nice crunch too!
I think I made up my mind on a go-to order, edited above. Grain Traders is definitely the place I’d visit when I’m looking to treat myself to a healthy but really tasty meal!
Other information: Upon comparing the various food delivery platforms and their self-pickup discounts, along with Grain Traders’ own website, Deliveroo‘s 25% off is the most value-for-money. If you have Deliveroo Plus, each bowl would cost you only $15.
It was 50% off for a week or so when they first opened their Guoco Tower branchThis would have been $17.50 on their website.This would have been $21.60 on their website.
[Sides] Roasted Mushrooms, Roasted Pumpkin, Roasted Broccoli, Japanese Cucumber
[Sauce] no sauce
-The Review-
If you’re looking for a salad bar in town on a weekend, this is the perfect place to visit!
Simple and nice old school salad bar
Their cooked vegetables are mostly roasted, while their raw vegetables are cubed. Although simple, their dishes are cooked very well. The pumpkin was perfectly cooked, retaining a slight bite while being soft. The mushrooms are just how I like them—not overly seasoned and without the spicy aftertaste that Shiitake mushrooms often have.
The Five-Spiced Chicken is very fragrant
Instead of sticking with my usual chicken breast, I decided to give their Vietnamese Five-Spiced Chicken a try because it was the most unique item on their menu, and I’m glad I did. It wasn’t too oily because the chicken they used was very lean; even the skin was thin. I also really enjoyed the taste of star anise, cloves, and cinnamon—these are not flavors you typically find at a salad bar.
Serving size is quite decent for their price.
Everything is well-portioned. Here’s how much everything weighed: it was about 345g of food, but I requested no dressing. Adding dressing will make your bowl approximately 370g.
60g Romaine Lettuce
110g Baked Vietnamese Five-Spiced Chicken
55g Roasted Brocolli
40g Japanese Cucumber
40g Roasted Mushrooms
40g Roasted Pumpkin
Bowl Voyage July 2024 Menu
-Information/Hacks-
Address: 90 Bras Basah Rd, B1-33 Esplanade Xchange, Singapore 189562
Other information/Hacks: You can order via FoodLine.sg for self-collection and you’ll get $5 off your first order with no minimum spend. You can also earn $3 after you leave a review for your order, and earn points on the platform for your next purchase.
Small Mix ($10.50, 1 base, 1/2 protein, 1 side salad, 3 toppings, 1 sauce)
[Base] Romaine Lettuce
[Protein] Slow Cooked BBQ Pulled Pork
[Side Salad] Shitake Mushrooms
[Toppings] Beetroot, Carrots, Pickled Onions
[Sauces] Vatos Hot Sauce
-The Review-
Urban Mix and their parent company VATOS are renowned for their Korean-Mexican fusion, and they excel in blending both flavors seamlessly. I particularly enjoy their Vatos Hot Sauce – a Peri Peri sauce that packs a spicy punch. I only used about a third of what they provided and saved the rest for future meals.
If you’re looking for pork in a salad bar, this is it
Not many salad places offer pork as an option, possibly because it’s difficult to perfect. Lean pork can become tough, and if seasoned incorrectly, it may taste gamey. The slow-cooked BBQ pulled pork from Urban Mix is very tasty and well-seasoned. Moreover, it’s not oily (they use lean cuts). I’ve heard their Korean Pork Belly is also delicious, but I haven’t had the chance to try it yet.
I’ve also tried their shredded roast beef, which is tender and fragrant. Their Sous Vide Chicken Breast is thinly sliced, which works well with dressing. However, without dressing, it can taste a bit dry.
The pickled onions are a little too raw for my liking
I prefer my pickled onions aged, but if you enjoy the kick from raw onion, this will be perfect for you. The Shiitake mushrooms are sliced thinly and borders on the salty side. I appreciate that the beetroots, carrots, and cabbage are unprocessed because their raw taste balances out the well-seasoned protein options very nicely.
The best service I’ve received from a salad bar
Of the three times I’ve visited Urban Mix, the staff has always been pleasant to deal with. They are friendly, positive, and impressively consistent.
During my latest visit, I placed a slightly different order on the app, but that was my mistake because I ordered near closing time and they had run out of certain items I had selected. However, the server handled it exceptionally well; he was genuinely apologetic about the inconvenience. To make up for it, he even gave me a free serving of Edamame, and I’m pretty sure he gave me a much larger portion than usual this time.
Serving size is huge for a $10 bowl
Perhaps because I usually visit near closing hours for dinner or a late lunch, the staff have been very generous. Here is how each item weighed (~415g in total) –
40g Romaine Lettuce
105g Slow Cooked BBQ Pulled Pork
60g Shiitake Mushrooms
60g Garlic Edamame (*free service)
40g Beetroot
40g Carrots
35g Pickled Onions
35g Vatos Hot Sauce
Urban Mix July 2024 Menu
-Information/Hacks-
Address: One Raffles Place, #B1-01A, Singapore 048616
Other information/Hacks: The prices are cheaper on Waitrr at $10 (instead of $10.50 in store) for a small bowl. Additionally, you can earn loyalty stamps to offset the cost of your future bowl.
My favorite part about TDC is that they change their menu every quarter. As someone who eats salad every day, certain supplements and options can get quite boring. The fact that they change their menus every now and then is what keeps me coming back.
From the summer menu, the Gochujang Cauliflower, Marinated Zucchini, Chili Lime Shrimp, Green Chili Chicken Patties, Pickled Cucumber, and Garlic Raita Sauce have become my go-tos. The spiced items (Gochujang Cauliflower, Chili Lime Shrimp, Green Chili Chicken Patties) are very refreshing and not too spicy. Sriracha-dusted broccoli and maple Dijon carrots are nothing special in my opinion.
Screen Grab from their Macros Calculator – The Garlic Raita Sauce is the lowest calorie option for dressing, besides the lemon wedge.
Beef is overcooked and tough
The only thing I really dislike on their menu is their beef. It is overcooked, rubbery, and tough. Every other protein option on their menu is a better choice.
[9 August 2024 update: I decided to give their beef another try and they have definitely improved their standards! They seemed to have also change the cut of beef they use and it tastes a lot better.]
Service standards are inconsistent
I first tried TDC in 2015 when I was interning nearby. More recently, since I started working in the area, there was a period when I would eat at TDC at least 2-3 times a week—mostly because it’s the only salad store still open by the time I end work. By now, I’ve tried everything on their menu (except the bases, as I always stick with romaine lettuce everywhere I go).
That changed when they made mistakes on my orders three times in a row just last month. In the first two instances, they forgot to add the additional topping I paid for, and in the third, they completely missed a supplement (corn).
I placed these orders through Deliveroo, and the refund process turned out to be quite a hassle. When I contacted TDC via Instagram, I received template service recovery replies. However, they did try to process a refund through Deliveroo for me. I received a full refund for one of the bowls, which I considered fair compensation for the missing items in the other two orders. Therefore, I told them that I didn’t need a refund for those.
For the sake of this blog, I decided to patronise them once more, and thankfully, there were no mistakes this time.
Other information/Hacks: TDC is only available on Deliveroo. They do have an ongoing promotion where you get 45% off self-pickup (50% for deliveroo plus members), making each bowl only $8.52!
[Aug 2024 update: Deliveroo’s offer has become 15% for plus members.]
The Salad Addict 