Round up your fellow foodies and gather around a heartwarming one-pot feast at China-brand restaurant, PangPang.
Chinese food is my ultimate guilty pleasure, and I’ve just added another China-brand restaurant in Singapore to my growing list: PangPang. Hailing from Haiyan, Zhejiang, this well-loved Chinese restaurant is synonymous with intensely rich one-pot meat and seafood casseroles. Each steaming pot comes brimming with huge crabs, chicken feet and the like, and will have you drooling just from the photos – at least, it did for me. Resistance was futile, so I made a trip to Bugis to give this one-pot feast a try.
PangPang review: Details at a glance
Best for: A soul-warming meal to share or fans of umami-rich flavours
Must-try items: Signature crab pot with pork ribs; fried mochi fritters; shrimp paste bowl
How much: Signature pots from $48; appetisers from $8.80; cold dishes from $3.80; drinks from $3
Opening hours: Daily, 11am to 10pm
Address: PangPang, #01-13/14/15/16, Guoco Midtown II, 20 Tan Quee Lan Street, Singapore 188107
One-pot wonders that warm the soul
Warm, enthusiastic service is a recognisable hallmark of China-brand restaurants, and PangPang checked this off instantly. Upon entering, I was welcomed and ushered to my table before being introduced to the restaurant’s specialties.
The casseroles are the stars of the menu. Available in seven variations, each pot comes with a hero protein stir-fried in a rich, savoury blend of spices and sauces. You’ll also get to choose your spice level – ranging from non-spicy to extra hot – and I went with the medium-spice signature crab pot ($78).
The sheer size of the pot took me by surprise when it arrived. Generously packed to the top, it features two sizable crabs and mouth-watering ingredients such as chicken feet and rice cakes. Add-ons are also available if you’re in the mood to feast. I highly recommend the pork ribs with tender meat that easily falls off the bone.
Not a fan of getting your hands dirty while de-shelling crab? Not to worry, plastic gloves are provided and the shells were surprisingly easy to break apart. I spent less time picking out the meat and more time enjoying the succulent, sweet chunks.
My favourite way to eat it was to dunk the crab meat in the thick gravy and let it soak up all the richness and spice. Each umami-filled mouthful had me coming back for seconds and more. Oh, and the gravy tastes sublime with the fragrant Wu Chang rice.
This one-pot casserole comfortably feeds two to three people, especially if you’re ordering other dishes. But if you’re coming in a bigger group, I suggest adding a couple more ingredients to the pot or getting two pots for greater variety.
Appetisers and cold dishes worth saving space for
While the steaming pots take the limelight, I found some worthy gems among the appetisers and cold dishes.
The fried mochi fritters ($8.80) are clear crowd-favourites. Think golden dough fritters with a chewy mochi centre, served atop a bed of toasted black sesame seeds. Tear the fritter apart and roll the sticky mochi layer across the seeds for a nutty pairing. Pleasantly airy and light on oil, these fritters work as a nifty vessel to soak up the crab pot gravy, too.
I also tried the shrimp paste bowl ($15.80) that comes simmering in a fiery mala gravy. Shrimp paste balls aside, it also includes enoki mushrooms and Chinese cabbage for a well-balanced side dish.
For a true textural contrast, get PangPang’s cold noodles ($8.80). Served chilled with a colourful medley of crunchy vegetables, this dish will refresh and reset your palate between bites of the savoury crab pot.
A hearty feast best shared
If you’re a fan of rich, intense flavours, PangPang’s one-pot wonders will be right up your alley. Given the generous portions – and the inevitable temptation to try everything on the menu – I suggest heading down in a group of three or more.
Psst: from now till the end of January 2026, PangPang is offering 50% off your second pot, so you’ve got the perfect excuse to round up your fellow foodies!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is PangPang from?
PangPang is a renowned Chinese restaurant from Haiyan, Zhejiang, founded in 2008. It is known for its signature crab pot that draws daily snaking queues and has sold over 50 million pots annually.
What are the must-try dishes at PangPang?
The must-try dishes at PangPang are the signature crab pot stir-fried in spices and chilli oil, chicken feet pot, and the crispy fried mochi fritters.
Are the prices at PangPang affordable?
PangPang is a mid-range Chinese restaurant, with signature pots from $48, appetisers from $8.80, cold dishes from $3.80 and drinks from $3. Expect to spend an average of $30 to $40 per person.
Where is PangPang located?
PangPang is located at Guoco Midtown II on 20 Tan Quee Lan Street. Tip: find Exit D if you’re coming from Bugis MRT Station.
Is PangPang suitable for group hangouts?
Yes, PangPang is a great pick for group gatherings! It offers a spacious layout and seating area, as well as signature pots that are ideal for sharing among at least two to three people.
