Craving hotpot in the heart of Orchard without breaking the bank? Happy Lamb Hotpot, tucked inside Pacific Plaza, is one of the best-value hidden gems. With buffet prices starting from just S$20.99++, this place delivers not just endless meat and veggies, but a warm, cozy dining atmosphere and a broth-first philosophy that makes it stand out.
🍲 The Happy Lamb Experience
As soon as you walk in, the environment already sets the tone. Some parts of the restaurant are dressed like a traditional Chinese eatery with wooden panels and modern comforts—think restaurant-style seating, clean interiors, and air-conditioned comfort, perfect for groups or casual dates.
But the real star? The giant hotpot in the center of every table, bubbling away with rich, slow-cooked broth.
🔥 No Dipping Sauces? Yes—and Here’s Why
Unlike many hotpot places in Singapore that feature rows of dipping sauce stations, Happy Lamb doesn’t encourage sauces. Why?They believe in celebrating the original taste of premium ingredients—especially their signature lamb cuts and house-made broth, which simmers for hours using bone marrow, herbs, and Chinese spices. It’s Mongolian-style hotpot, where broth is king and every slice of meat is meant to shine on its own.
This approach is refreshingly different—and trust me, it works. The meat absorbs the flavor from the broth so well that you won’t miss the sauce.
🥩 What’s in the Buffet?
Happy Lamb’s buffet is surprisingly generous. Here’s what’s included:
🐑 Meats & Balls Galore
- Premium lamb slices (of course!)
- Beef, pork, and chicken
- Fish, shrimp, and shellfish
- Wide variety of hotpot balls – fish balls, prawn balls, pork balls, cheese balls, and more
🥬 Vegetables & Sides
- Chinese cabbage, spinach, lotus root, mushrooms, tofu
- Side dishes like fried rice, spring rolls, and cold salads
- Fried mantou and other snack bites
🧊 Drinks, fruits & Ice cream Included!
Unlimited soft drinks, fruits and ice cream are available, already included in the price.
Here’s what you’ll typically find at the cooked food counter:
- 🍚 Fried Rice – fluffy, savoury, and not too greasy
- 🍜 Fried Noodles – classic Chinese-style stir-fried noodles
- 🥩 Cooked Meat Dishes – including braised beef or stir-fried lamb slices
- 🧊 Cold Appetizers – such as marinated cucumber, tofu salad, or spicy jellyfish
- 🍠 Sweet Potato Fries – a crunchy-sweet treat popular with kids
- 🥟 Occasional Snacks – like spring rolls or mantou depending on the day
These cooked dishes add serious value to the buffet, especially for those who want variety beyond boiling and dipping. We saw diners going back for second and third rounds of the fried rice and sweet potato fries!
🕐 Pricing & Time Slots
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Time Slot |
Price (per adult) |
Remarks |
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Weekday Lunch / Weekend Brunch |
S$20.99++ |
Best value slot (before 5:30 PM) |
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Late Lunch / Early Dinner |
S$25.99++ |
After 2 PM on weekends |
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Dinner (5:30 PM – 8:30 PM) |
S$31.99++ |
Full dinner selection |
💡 Dining time limit is 90 minutes, so pace your rounds!
Kids under 4 may eat free—do check the latest policy at the counter.
👀 Overall Atmosphere
It’s far from a typical steamboat chain vibe. You won’t be crammed into tiny plastic tables here. The place feels more like a mid-range Chinese restaurant—neat, quiet, and designed for comfort. Even at full house, the space doesn’t feel chaotic.
🗣 What Others Are Saying About Happy Lamb
Authentic, Value-for-Money Experience
- Chope-rated 4.7/5 from 43 reviews: “Fantastic service, good ingredients, excellent price point” .
- Burpple reviews highlight “very good quality and excellent value hot pot thanks to promotions” .
- Quandoo diners rated it “Excellent” (6/6), praising fresh ingredients, variety, and attentive staff—though seating and food station congestion got minor flak .
Consistent Food Quality, Casual Service
- On Reddit’s r/SingaporeEats, one regular said:
“Meat and veg quality so far is very consistent. Not great service (soups aren’t refilled often)… can’t complain much for the price and the fact that this is in orchard”.
🔄 Quick Comparison: Happy Lamb vs. Beauty in the Pot
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Feature |
Happy Lamb (Pacific Plaza) |
Beauty in the Pot (The Centrepoint) |
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Philosophy |
Broth-focused, no sauce to highlight ingredients |
Collagen and health-themed broths, emphasis on benefits |
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Ambience |
Cozy, casual, restaurant-style |
Bright, pastel aesthetic |
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Service & Comfort |
Clean, attentive service, moderate crowding |
Generally friendly, but outlets busy and sometimes cramped |
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Price |
S$20.99++ lunch; S$25.99++ early dinner; S$31.99++ dinner |
Set lunches ~S$19.90–S$39.90; premium dinner ~S$80/pax |
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Audience |
Value-seeking friends/families |
Style- and wellness-oriented diners, Instagrammers |
📍 Location & Details
- 📌 Happy Lamb Hotpot @ Pacific Plaza
9 Scotts Road, #02-01/02, Singapore 228210 - ⏰ Opening Hours:
Daily 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM (subject to change) - ☎️ Phone: +65 6235 1911 (Call to reserve during peak times)
📖 A Touch of History: Mongolian-Style Hotpot
Did you know? The origins of hotpot can be traced back to Mongolia during the Jin Dynasty. Mongolian horsemen would cook thin slices of meat in boiling water over campfires, flavored only by salt or wild herbs. This evolved into a no-frills, broth-forward experience—one that Happy Lamb continues to honour today.
Unlike Sichuan-style hotpots that rely on spice and numbing oils, Mongolian hotpot is about purity, clarity, and comfort. And that’s exactly what you get here.
✨ Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a hotpot purist or just want a filling, satisfying meal in Orchard without shelling out $50 per pax, Happy Lamb Hotpot is worth a try. Between the flavor-packed broth, the fresh variety, and the included drinks and sides, it’s one of the best value-for-money hotpot buffets in Singapore. They are generous with their food.
Come hungry—and leave happy.
