Punggol Container Park
If you’re not too keen on squeezing with the crowds at shopping malls and want to go someplace out of the ordinary, hop down to Punggol Container Park – an Artbox-esque eating spot nestled in the heartland of Punggol East.
From classic Korean grub to crispy fish and chips, here are some highlighted eat you can expect to find:
1. Seoul Good
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If binge-watching K-dramas has got you in the mood for some hearty Korean food, Seoul Good serves up authentic Korean dishes that will get you queuing for seconds.
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For your main dish, you can try their Spicy Beef Bulgogi Rice ($15.30) or Chicken Korean Jajangmyeon ($12) – these come highly recommended by diners who have been there. If you’re a party of two, order the crowd-favourite Special Chicken Wings ($10.90 for 6 pieces) which features wings marinated in honey, soy and garlic as a sharing option. To complete your meal, satisfy your sweet tooth with their range of highly sought-after bingsu options, in Korean milk powder base ($17.90) or Korean yoghurt base ($18.90).
Address: 50 Punggol East, #01-K36 Punggol, Singapore 828826
Opening hours: 3pm-10pm, Daily
Seoul Good website
2. Big Fish Small Fish
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Fish lovers, this is a piece of heaven on earth for you. Those who have been to Big Fish Small Fish can vouch for the wide selection of seafood available from Halibut and Hoki to Sea Bass, Snow Cod and Salmon. The Classic Fish and Chips (from $13.90) comprises a battered fish fillet and a choice of 2 sides, alongside their chunky skin-on fries.
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Appetisers include battered button mushrooms and cheese sticks with clam cheese dips, amongst other offerings.
The DIY concept of the eatery is quite interesting, allowing you to pick up paper sheets for you to throw in all of your chips and seafood in the middle as a sharing platter. Perfect for sharing among groups, now that 10-pax dining is back on the table.
Address: 50 Punggol East, #01-K35, Singapore 828826
Opening hours: 12pm-10pm, Daily
Telephone: 9438 7623
Big Fish Small Fish website
3. Pump Station 1965 Bar & Bistro
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It might be designed to mimic a run-down gas station in the American Midwest, but Pump Station 1965 Bar & Bistro will give you total Rod Fai Train Night Market vibes with its upper-deck seating and mixture of neon and fairy lights. Serving up over 100 varieties of wines, beers, cocktails and shooters in a quaint breezy alfresco setting, the bar makes quite the statement spot for your HTHT sessions with friends.
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We all know that we shouldn’t drink on an empty stomach, so you can fill your tummies with a host of main dishes as well. Zoom staight in for the chef’s recommendation, Chicken Carbonara ($15.90), or opt for the Mixed Platter ($31.90) of Pump Wings, calamari and salmon sticks if you’re in a group.
Address: 50 Punggol East, #01-K32, Singapore 828826
Opening hours: Sun-Thu 4pm-12am | Fri-Sat 4pm-1am
Telephone: 9655 5596
Pump Station 1965 website
4. Beastro – Japanese izakaya with donburi, sake & craft beers
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Beastro is an izakaya-style establishment. For the uninitiated, izakayas are watering holes in Japan where locals kick back and let loose over no-frills grub and a drink or two. Indeed, what could be a better way to destress than savouring Japanese cuisine as well as craft beers and sake by the scenic reservoir?
Image adapted from: Beastro Singapore, Beastro Singapore
Their donburi rice bowls (from $12.80) are as filling and delicious as they are Instagrammable, with options like salmon teriyaki, unagi and salmon sashimi. They’ve also got appetisers and snacks (from $5.80) including crispy tempura shishamo, grilled mentaiko king prawn and spiced roasted cashew nuts.
Drinks wise, you can wash down all that good nosh with locally-brewed Archipelago beer on tap, and an array of premium Japanese sake and whisky.
Address: 50 Punggol East, #01-K37, Singapore 828826
Opening Hours: 4pm-12am, Daily
Telephone: 8218 9069
5. Madya Cuisine & Bar – Gourmet Indian cuisine with extensive menu
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Fans of Indian food will be chuffed by Madya Cuisine & Bar’s extensive selection of both North and South Indian fare. They’ve got heaps of briyani (from $10), naan (from $4.60), and even fried rice (from $8.40) options to satisfy all cravings across you and your dining companions.
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For accompaniments, expect the classic proteins like Butter Chicken Masala ($14.60), marinated tandoori meat and seafood (from $14.40), and tikka skewers (from $11.50) – including paneer.
Address: 50 Punggol East, #01-K38, Singapore 828826
Opening hours: 11.30am-11.45am, Daily
Telephone: 8694 8496
Getting to Punggol Container Park
Hop on to the Punggol LRT East Loop and alight at Riviera station, before making your way on foot to the Punggol Container Park just 5 minutes away. Alternatively, you can take bus services 3, 83 and 85 from Punggol Temporary Interchange at alight at Riviera Station Exit A.
If you’re in search of a respite away from the hustle and bustle of the city and wouldn’t mind travelling a little further into ulu Punggol, the Punggol Container Park is home to an array of delectable dishes for a casual chill night with your pals.
For more hangout ideas with friends, check out:
- Group-friendly dining spots
- Cafes with large tables
- Group activity ideas
- Chalets for group staycations
Cover image adapted from: Beastro Singapore, Eatbook
Originally published on 9th October 2020 by Deborah Gan. Last updated by Renae Cheng on 11th April 2022.
