🇸🇬 Dian Xiao Er: The Duck Dilemma I’m Totally OK With

Dian Xiao Er

CUISINES
Chinese, Asian

MEALS
Lunch, Dinner


Ever visited a place where the ducks are so irresistible, you just can’t pick one flavour? Welcome to Dian Xiao Er Singapore, where I face that very dilemma—so instead, I always do the obvious thing: order half-and-half duck, because why choose one flavour when both are too good not to enjoy?


Why Their Duck Wins Hearts (and Taste Buds)

  • The skin is ridiculously crispy, golden-brown, crackly–you hear it before you even taste it.

  • Each flavoured duck (think Ten-Wonder Herbs, Angelica, Wild Ginseng) is herb-marinated and roasted fresh daily—juicy, fragrant, showstopping delicious the_noodle_way.

  • It’s no surprise this is touted as a “must-eat herbal roast duck in Singapore”, and Dian Xiao Er was the very first to bring the herbal roast-duck concept to our shores huayuhua.com.



The Full-House Effect

During peak makan hours—lunch or dinner—you’ll often be met with long queues. But trust me, it’s worth the wait.

Other Stellar Dishes

Beyond the duck:

  • Là Zì Chī (chili-dry-fried dishes) bring the heat in a good way.


  • Silky tofu dishes—like homemade wheatgrass tofu—are light-and-lovely.

  • Curries hit the sweet-spicy spot.

  • Seasonal veggie dishes (lotus root with macadamia nuts, salted-egg fried lotus/pumpkin) get raves online Reddit+1.


History in a Bite

Dian Xiao Er opened its first Singapore outlet in 2002, growing to about 16 stores island-wide huayuhua.com. In 2022, they teamed up with branding agency Hua & Hua to carve out the tagline: “Dian Xiao Er Herbal Roast Duck, Must-Eat In Singapore”, shaping them as local culinary icons huayuhua.com.


Branch Addresses & Opening Hours (Singapore)

Here are the main branches—they’re everywhere, but here’s a speedy list (Mon–Thu 11:30–21:30; Fri–Sun/Public Holiday till 22:00)* check outlet websites for last-order times the_noodle_wayCafe Hopping Singapore:

  • Bedok Mall – 311 New Upper Changi Rd, #01-71, Singapore 467360

  • Downtown East – 1 Pasir Ris Cl, #02-319, Singapore 519599

  • Jem (Jurong Gateway) – 50 Jurong Gateway Rd, #03-08, Singapore 608549

  • Causeway Point – 1 Woodlands Square, #05-11, Singapore 738099

  • NEX (Serangoon) – 23 Serangoon Central, #02-09, Singapore 556083

  • Tampines 1 – 10 Tampines Central 1, #04-15, Singapore 529536

  • Waterway Point – 83 Punggol Central, #01-30, Singapore 828761

  • Great World – 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #01-140, Singapore 237994

  • Jewel Changi – 78 Airport Blvd, #B2-229, Singapore 819666

  • Lot One – 21 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4, #B1-32, Singapore 689812

  • Northpoint City – 930 Yishun Ave 2, #02-06, Singapore 769098

  • The Seletar Mall – 33 Sengkang West Ave, #B1-28, Singapore 797653

  • City Square Mall – 180 Kitchener Rd, #03-37, Singapore 208539

  • Hillion Mall – 17 Petir Rd, #01-08, Singapore 678278

  • Junction 8 (Bishan) – 9 Bishan Pl, #B1-07, Singapore 579837

  • Marina Square – 6 Raffles Blvd, #02-200, Singapore 039594

  • Parkway Parade – 80 Marine Parade Rd, #02-14, Singapore 449269

  • VivoCity – 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-138, Singapore 098585 the_noodle_wayCafe Hopping Singapore



Social Media & Delivery Links

Delivery options (availability by branch—do check):

  • Panda (Foodpanda) – via Foodpanda app

  • Deliveroo – via Deliveroo app

  • GrabFood – via Grab app

  • Dian Xiao Er Pickup site – islandwide delivery & pickup, with early-bird promos (e.g., 25% off certain times) dianxiaoerpickup.oddle.me



Dietary & Special Labels

  • Michelin? Not Michelin-starred—but some diners say it “tastes better than many Michelin restaurants” Reddit.

  • Halal? Not certified Halal.

  • Vegetarian/Vegan? Mostly centric around duck and meat; tofu and veggie sides available but no fully vegetarian menu.



Practical Tips for Hungry Visitors

  1. Beat the queue: Go just before or after peak hours—early lunch or late afternoon.

  2. Pro tip: Ask for tang-gui gravy on the side so your duck skin stays ultra crisp Reddit.

  3. Maximize promos: Watch for early-bird discounts (e.g., 11 am–12 pm or 4:30 pm–6 pm) on the Dian Xiao Er Pickup site dianxiaoerpickup.oddle.me.

  4. Shared sampling: Still can’t decide on flavours? Split the duck—and maybe share a couple of sides with a friend. Good mash-up, zero regrets.



What Others Are Saying

  • On Reddit:

    “Most delicious and under-hyped restaurant chain in SG. Everything is high quality. Dianxiaoer tastes better than many Michelin restaurants.” Reddit
    “Their salted egg fried lotus root and pumpkin is awesome… Food coma gao gao” Reddit

  • On TripAdvisor: Rated around 4.0/5, with words like “authentic,” “reasonable prices,” though some note smallish portions, best for 2–3 pax TripadvisorTripadvisor.



Quick Peek: Price “Damage” per Pax

Expect around S$20–S$40 per person depending on sides and drinks. A 2-pax set or duck + sides combo typically lands around S$40-S$80 total Reddit+1dianxiaoerpickup.oddle.me.


Food Types & Meal Occasions

  • Cuisine: Traditional Chinese (specifically herbal roast duck) with modern twists.

  • Occasions: Great for lunch, dinner, brunch/afternoon-tea less typical but early-bird promos run late-morning. Unfortunately not Western, Japanese, Korean, etc.—this is crispy-skin duck territory!



Conclusion

So whether you're feeding a craving or showing off Singapore’s “best duck” to visiting friends, Dian Xiao Er hits the spot every time. Half-and-half duck solves the flavour dilemma, and the sides? Super-delicious. With helpful promos and crispy gravity, it’s a foodie win.


Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only. Prices and availability may vary. Please check with the place directly for the most up-to-date information.









 

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