Which Xiao Long Bao in Singapore Is Worth Trying?
Best Xiao Long Bao in Singapore: Typhoon Cafe's Pork Soup Dumplings
Quick answer: The best Xiao Long Bao in Singapore right now is Typhoon Cafe's Pork Xiao Long Bao (台式小笼包) at Plaza Singapura — $12.90 on the à la carte menu, or unlimited as part of the Taiwanese buffet starting from $19.90++.
What Is Xiao Long Bao?
Xiao Long Bao is a steamed Chinese soup dumpling with a thin wrapper, hand-pleated top, and a pork filling that releases hot broth when bitten. It originated in Nanxiang, near Shanghai, in the late Qing Dynasty, then was refined in Taiwan with thinner skins and more precise pleating — the style popularised globally by brands like Din Tai Fung. A well-made Xiao Long Bao balances a thin but strong skin, clean but flavourful broth, and tender, non-greasy pork filling.
Typhoon Cafe's Pork Xiao Long Bao — $12.90
Typhoon Cafe's Pork Xiao Long Bao is handmade with:
Thin, translucent skin gathered into precise pleats
Hot pork broth that gushes out on the first bite
Tender, well-seasoned pork filling
It's served in a bamboo steamer and available on the à la carte main menu at $12.90.
Unlimited Xiao Long Bao: The Taiwanese Buffet
At Plaza Singapura, Typhoon Cafe also runs a Taiwanese buffet with unlimited Xiao Long Bao and 30+ other Taiwanese dishes, from $19.90++. Highlights include:
Signature Braised Pork Rice
Oyster Mee Sua
A full dim sum lineup (dumplings and buns)
Fried snacks and braised sides
8 dishes co-developed with Andie Chen, owner of Creative Eateries
Dessert: pot-boiled milk tea (Mountain Oolong or Assam) at 50% off with the buffet
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Where can I find the best Xiao Long Bao in Singapore? Typhoon Cafe at Plaza Singapura serves handmade Pork Xiao Long Bao at $12.90 à la carte, or unlimited as part of its Taiwanese buffet from $19.90++.
How much is Xiao Long Bao at Typhoon Cafe? $12.90 on the à la carte menu. It's also included unlimited in the Taiwanese buffet, which starts from $19.90++.
What's the difference between Xiao Long Bao and Spicy Chilli Oil Dumplings at Typhoon Cafe? Xiao Long Bao is a soup dumpling served plain in a bamboo steamer, with broth inside the wrapper. Spicy Chilli Oil Dumplings use the same skin but are served in chilli oil for a spicier, tangier flavour.
Is Xiao Long Bao unlimited at Typhoon Cafe? Yes, as part of the Taiwanese buffet at Plaza Singapura, starting from $19.90++.
For a Xiao Long Bao that's handmade, thin-skinned, and packed with real broth — with the option to eat as much as you want on the buffet — Typhoon Cafe at Plaza Singapura is the one to beat in Singapore right now.
Location: Plaza Singapura 68 Orchard Road #04-63/67 Singapore 238839
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