08/10/2026
Food Opera at ION Orchard is back — and it has had one of its biggest makeovers yet! With more than 90% of the stalls refreshed, the food atrium now brings together some of Singapore’s heritage hawkers, Michelin-recognised names and newer culinary concepts under one roof.
What I really like about the revamp is the 1970s Old Orchard Road theme. Instead of a typical food court, the space takes you back in time with stalls designed around nostalgic shopfronts inspired by disappearing trades of the era — think barber shops, seamstress, record stores, photo studios and more.
There’s a pretty impressive mix of food here too. Heritage favourites include Ming Chung White Lor Mee, with 93 years of history, LiXin Teochew Fishball Noodles, Hakka Bond Express, Hillman Restaurant, First Street Fried Prawn Noodles, Swee Choon Tim Sum Express, Wah Eng Beef Noodles and Padang Padang, among others.
For something beyond the traditional hawker fare, there are also award-winning names such as Ah Er Herbal Soup, Berempah Bros by MasterChef Singapore Season 2 winner Derek Cheong, and MP Thai, which has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand for three consecutive years.
And don’t miss the coffee at Toast Box. This is their first outlet with live coffee roasting, where you can actually see the roasting process. They are also introducing the new Nanyang Supremo blend, a milder Nanyang-style roast with notes of caramel and chocolate.
With 20,000 sq ft of space and seating for 600, Food Opera is definitely more than just a food court — it’s a nostalgic little journey through Singapore’s food culture, right in the heart of Orchard Road.
📍 Food Opera @ ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn, B4-04, ION Orchard
⏰ Daily: 10am–10pm