What to Eat at The Cathay 2025

The Cathay has reopened after a two-year renovation. The revamped mall now includes a digital multimedia display tower, shared seating areas and a refreshed a line-up of returning and new food and beverage outlets. Many eateries are already serving customers. We highlight the restaurants and cafes open at The Cathay as of May 2025.

Eat at The Cathay

The Cathay - communal area with digital tower

Just steps from Dhoby Ghaut MRT, The Cathay is accessible for students from nearby schools, office workers and city shoppers. With several outlets offering student discounts, The Cathay is shaping up to be a go-to spot for affordable dining.

The new communal areas and digital tower provide a fresh, vibrant atmosphere for hanging out or winding down after a meal.

F&B Outlets Open at The Cathay (as of May 2025):

Additional F&B outlets are set to open progressively, so repeat visits will bring new surprises.

Level 1 of The Cathay

Starbucks

Starbucks remains at its old spot at The Cathay. That should be good news for those seeking a reliable caffeine fix or a casual meet-up point. The outlet offers the full menu of coffee, frappuccinos, teas and light bites.

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Yakiniku Like

Yakiniku Like, from Japan, specialises in single-person barbecue meals. The restaurant provides quality meats at reasonable prices. Diners can choose from premium options such as Wagyu beef alongside standard pork and chicken selections.

Students have a great incentive to go to eat at The Cathay when there are great offers like the Yakiniku Like Student Deal which is available all day.

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Tsui Wah

翠華 Tsui Wah, the well-known cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafe), offers a mix of Cantonese-influenced Western and Chinese food. Popular items on its menu include barbecued pork with scrambled eggs in Hong Kong-style sauce, crispy buns served with condensed milk and traditional milk tea.

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Saboten Express

Japanese Cutlet Restaurant with a focus on quality breaded pork cutlets (tonkatsu),

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Fore Coffee

Fore Coffee brings a modern Indonesian twist to the Singapore coffee scene. Known for its signature blends and creative lattes, this café is ideal for those who want to try something different from the usual chains. The space is designed for both quick takeaways and relaxed catch-ups.

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Kebuke

Originating from Taiwan, Kebuke is popular for its classic tea bases and rich, aromatic flavours. The Cathay’s outlet offers a range of milk teas, fruit teas, and limited-edition drinks. It has a stylish and comfortable sitting area.

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In The Basement

Wingstop

Wingstop offers chicken wings, boneless wings and tenders, prepared when ordered and coated in your choice of nine different flavours, including the Singapore-exclusive Kecap Manis (sweet soy sauce). Its menu includes sides such as seasoned chips, breaded mushroom fritters and homemade ranch dipping sauce.

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Yoshinoya

Yoshinoya is a major beef bowl restaurant chain with around 3,000 branches worldwide. Yoshinoya’s dishes popular because they are affordable, quick and tasty.

Yoshinoya’s Student Meal is one of the reasons why many students will eat at The Cathay.

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Saizeriya

Saizeriya provides reasonably priced Italian food in a comfortable setting. The restaurant serves pasta, pizza and other Italian classics, making it suitable for informal gatherings with friends or family. Popular with students for its good value, Saizeriya offers a broad menu to meet different tastes and budgets.

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Ya Kun Kaya Toast

Ya Kun at The Cathay offers authentic local breakfast favourites – kaya toast, eggs and kopi and teh in a
a comfortable setting.

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Food Avenue – The Food Court at The Cathay

Food Avenue by Yak Hong is the the Food Court in the basement of The Cathay.

You can find a good variety of local food stalls there – including Hainanese chicken rice, pork ribs noodles, nasi padang, Teochew porridge and wok hei-style mini wok.