Sin Chao Culinary 芯潮饭店 at Northshore Plaza
Location: 418 Northshore Dr, #02-02 Northshore Plaza, II 820418
Floor 1 · Northshore Plaza II
Chinese restaurant serving homestyle wok dishes and zi char favourites in generous portions.
Chinese restaurant serving homestyle wok dishes and zi char favourites in generous portions.
Sin Chao Culinary is a Chinese restaurant that specialises in homestyle wok dishes and zi char favourites, serving generous portions that are meant to be shared. The restaurant is known for its no-nonsense approach to Chinese cooking, where dishes are fired in a roaring wok and delivered to the table with the smoky breath of the kitchen still on them.The menu covers classic zi char staples such as sweet and sour pork, sambal kangkung, cereal prawns and claypot tofu, alongside rice and noodle options. The restaurant is available for dine-in and takeaway, suited to family dinners, group meals and anyone craving hearty, comforting Chinese food. It draws regulars who return for the consistent wok hei and generous servings.
Head to Sin Chao Culinary for a satisfying zi char experience that delivers big flavours and even bigger portions. Its down-to-earth cooking makes it a reliable choice for communal dining in the neighbourhood.
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Overall Rating
Based on 125 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
M.
Sesame Oil Chicken was extremely salty, portion was incredibly small. Curry Fish Head’s curry was also super watery, taste of curry isn’t savoury enough. 四季豆 also had bad texture. …
YY Yeo
Ordered takeaway for dinner 2 curry chicken, 1 sesame chicken, 1 Thai-style chicken rice, 2 plain rice and 1 pork lard rice. Quite the feast… plus a surprise bonus. …
Positive Reviews
Ee Siang Fong
Was quite surprised by the quality of food and portion. We ordered assam fish, fried pork,chap chai and ABC soup. Portion is more than enough for 2 adults and 2 children. Rice is very generous. If you are a light eater it is best that you …
Pauline Yoong
It’s a Malaysian style eatery at Punggol northshore. Payment, collection and plate return are all self serviced. Food was very good. Small plates but cheap they also have economical cai fan choices.
Lee Xiu Ying
Came to explore Northshore Plaza I & Plaza II with my foodie hunter bestie. The 2 plazas are bridge-linked through the 2nd floor. …
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Sin Chao Culinary 芯潮饭店
Sin Chao Culinary
The exterior of a restaurant called Sin Chao Culinary. The restaurant has a modern facade with large windows and a prominent sign. Inside, tables and chairs are visible, and some customers are seated. There are also framed pictures of food displayed on the wall and on a stand outside the entrance.
Sin Chao Culinary
The exterior of a restaurant called Sin Chao Culinary. The restaurant has a wooden facade with illuminated signage. A menu is displayed on the left side of the entrance. Inside, a staff member is visible behind a counter.
Sin Chao Culinary
The exterior of a restaurant called Sin Chao Culinary. The restaurant has large windows and a prominent sign with the restaurant's name in English and Chinese. Inside, shelves are stocked with bowls, and a kitchen area is visible. Several framed menus are displayed on the exterior wall, showcasing various dishes. A stroller is parked outside the entrance.
Sin Chao Culinary
The exterior of a restaurant called Sin Chao Culinary. The restaurant has a modern facade with wooden accents and bright lighting. The name is displayed in both Chinese characters and English. There are large windows showcasing food displays and the interior. Several people are seen entering and exiting the establishment. A stroller is parked to the right of the entrance.
Sin Chao Culinary
The exterior of a restaurant with a prominent sign reading "SIN CHAO CULINARY" in both English and Chinese characters. The entrance is open, revealing a counter area with shelves stocked with various items. To the right of the entrance, there are framed pictures displaying food items.
Culinary Shop Front
A shop front with a sign that reads "CULINARY" in large illuminated letters. Below the sign are several framed pictures of food dishes displayed in a grid. The pictures show various Asian cuisine, including what appears to be curry, roasted meat, soup, and stir-fried dishes. Some of the dishes have English and Chinese labels.
Sin Chao Culinary
The exterior of a restaurant with a prominent sign that reads "SIN CHAO CULINARY" in English and Chinese characters. The storefront features large windows displaying images of various dishes. Through the open doorway, tables and chairs are visible inside, along with framed pictures on the wall.
Chicken Soup with Peanuts and Lotus Root
A close-up shot of a bowl of chicken soup, featuring chunks of chicken, peanuts, sliced lotus root, and a red goji berry. The soup is served in a white ceramic bowl with a lid. In the background, there are more peanuts and a pair of chopsticks resting on another bowl. The setting appears to be a wooden table.
Vegetable Stew
A close-up shot of a hot pot dish filled with a clear broth. Visible ingredients include chopped carrots, napa cabbage, dried mushrooms, and pieces of fried tofu skin.
Braised Chicken Dish
A close-up shot of a dish featuring braised chicken pieces in a dark, savory sauce, topped with crispy fried shallots. The dish is served in a round, grey-rimmed bowl with handles, placed on a cork coaster and a white plate. The background is blurred, showing hints of a table setting and people.
Fried Eggs and Rice
A close-up shot of two fried eggs, one served on a white plate and the other atop a bowl of white rice. The egg on the rice is topped with crispy fried garlic bits. In the background, a portion of another dish in a rustic pot is visible.
Family Meal Mural
A mural depicts a family gathered around a round table, sharing a meal. The scene is set in a retro-style room with patterned wallpaper, a vintage television, a fan, and a boombox. The family members are shown interacting and enjoying their food, creating a warm and nostalgic atmosphere.
Congee with Apricots
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge, topped with pieces of dried apricot. The bowl is white and sits on a dark wooden surface. A white ceramic spoon and a pair of chopsticks rest behind the bowl. In the background, out of focus, are two other bowls, one with blue and white patterns and another metallic one.
Fried Food on Lettuce
A close-up shot of several pieces of golden-brown fried food, possibly fritters or croquettes, arranged on a bed of fresh green lettuce leaves. The food has a textured, crispy exterior. The dish is served on a white plate.
Restaurant Counter
A wide shot of a restaurant counter with shelves above displaying decorative items and bowls. There are three designated points: 'TRAY RETURN POINT', 'COLLECTION POINT', and 'ORDERING POINT'. The counter area shows kitchen staff working behind it, with various cooking equipment and serving stations visible. A cleaning cart with dirty dishes is positioned to the left.
Braised Cabbage with Tofu Skin
A close-up shot of a dish featuring braised cabbage, tofu skin, and carrots in a savory broth, served in a dark ceramic pot. To the side, a bowl of white rice and a plate of crispy fried meat with lettuce garnish are visible.
Stir-fried Greens with Black Beans
A close-up shot of a dish featuring stir-fried green vegetables, possibly gai lan or similar, mixed with black beans and pieces of meat or dried seafood. The dish is served in a dark, textured pot with a lid slightly ajar. In the background, a bowl of white rice and whole garlic bulbs are visible, suggesting a traditional Asian meal setting.
Braised Pork Belly with Mantou Buns
A close-up shot of braised pork belly served in a dark, glossy sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is presented in a dark, textured pot, surrounded by crisp lettuce leaves and two steamed mantou buns. In the background, another dish with rice and a fried egg is partially visible.
Sweet and Sour Chicken Rice
A plate of white rice topped with a fried egg and sweet and sour chicken. The chicken is coated in a glossy sauce and mixed with onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers. A lettuce leaf garnishes the dish.
Bento Box
A close-up shot of a bento box filled with rice, fried pork cutlet, braised egg, sliced sausage, and braised cabbage. The food is served in a metal container on a grey tray. The timestamp 09/14/2024 18:39 is visible in the bottom right corner.
Gourmet Soup
A close-up shot of a white ceramic bowl filled with a clear broth soup. The soup contains chunks of meat, carrots, potatoes, red onions, and red dates. A small white bowl filled with sliced red chilies is visible to the right. The bowl is placed on a dark textured tray with a red trim. Scattered peppercorns are visible in the foreground.
Rice bowl with fried egg and braised dish
A close-up shot of a rice bowl topped with a fried egg and crispy bits, drizzled with sauce. In the background, a metal bowl contains a braised dish with shredded toppings.
Seafood Noodle Soup
A close-up shot of a steaming bowl of noodle soup filled with various seafood and vegetables. The soup contains noodles, shrimp, octopus tentacles, clams, and leafy green vegetables, all in a creamy broth. Sliced ginger and garlic cloves are visible in the foreground and background, suggesting the ingredients used in the dish.
Table Full of Food
A table laden with various dishes, including rice bowls topped with fried eggs and savory toppings, a curry dish, braised meats, stir-fried vegetables, and a bowl of soup.
Curry Fish Head
A close-up shot of a curry fish head dish served in a white ceramic pot. The dish contains a fish head, eggplant, long beans, and fried tofu skin in a rich, orange curry sauce. A small dish of dipping sauce is visible on the left. A smartphone is also visible in the background.
Braised Chicken Dish
A close-up shot of a braised chicken dish served in a metal bowl. The chicken pieces are coated in a dark, glossy sauce and topped with crispy fried shallots or dried herbs. The dish is presented on a cork coaster.
Restaurant Interior
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with many tables and chairs. There is a counter area where customers can order food and a kitchen area behind it. The walls are decorated with pictures and shelves filled with various items.
Sweet and Sour Pork
A close-up shot of sweet and sour pork served in a blue triangular bowl. The dish features crispy fried pork pieces coated in a glossy sweet and sour sauce, mixed with chunks of pineapple and green bell pepper. Another dish with greens and sauce is visible in the background.
Braised Chicken with Rice and Side Dishes
A tray of food containing braised chicken in dark sauce, rice topped with a fried egg and crispy bits, a bowl of stir-fried green vegetables, and a bowl of congee with orange slices.
Fish Head Curry
A close-up shot of a fish head curry dish. The dish features a large piece of fish head, along with tomatoes and green beans, all submerged in a rich, orange-colored curry sauce. The curry appears to be spiced with chili and other aromatics. The dish is served in a metal pot. A timestamp in the bottom right corner reads 09/14/2024 18:39.
Restaurant Interior Mural
A mural depicting a family gathered around a dining table, with a woman serving food. The mural is set against a green and white patterned wallpaper. The restaurant has modern tables and chairs, with woven pendant lights hanging from the ceiling.
Restaurant Interior with Serving Counter
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with tables and chairs set up. A long counter with a serving area is visible in the background, with staff members preparing food. Shelves above the counter display various items. A man is seated at a table in the foreground, and another table with food is also visible.
Braised Cabbage with Mushrooms and Carrots
A close-up shot of a dish featuring braised cabbage, black mushrooms, and julienned carrots, served in a metal pot with a textured base. Another dish, partially visible in the foreground, contains what appear to be braised eggs and other ingredients in a dark sauce.
Various Dishes on a Marble Table
A top-down view of a table laden with several dishes, including a bowl of clams, stir-fried green beans with crispy garlic, two bowls of soup with meat, two bowls of rice topped with fried eggs and crispy bits, and a pot of curry. The table has a white marble pattern.
Buffet Food Display
A variety of prepared dishes are displayed in metal trays and wooden bowls on a green, grass-like surface. Behind the food, a kitchen area is visible with staff members in green uniforms preparing food. The display includes fried chicken, french fries, noodles, curries, and other cooked items.
Fried Egg Rice
A close-up shot of a bowl of rice topped with a fried egg and some savory toppings. The egg is sunny-side up with a runny yolk, and it is drizzled with a dark sauce. Small, brown, chewy-looking pieces are scattered over the egg and rice. The bowl is light green with a dark blue rim, and it is being held by a fork and spoon. The background appears to be a marble-patterned tabletop.
Budget Meal Display
A display case filled with various dishes, including rice, fried chicken, stir-fried vegetables, and curries. A sign advertises a "Budget Meal" for $3.50, offering 2 vegetables and 1 meat. The establishment is identified as "SIN CHAD CULINARY".
Chicken Curry
A close-up shot of a bowl of chicken curry with potatoes. The curry is a vibrant yellow-orange color and appears to be rich and creamy. Several pieces of chicken, some with bone, are visible, along with chunks of potato. The dish is served in a metal pot with a textured brown coaster underneath. In the foreground, another dish with dark meat and cilantro is partially visible. The background is blurred, showing a person wearing a patterned shirt.
Fish Curry
A close-up shot of a fish curry dish served in a metal pot. The curry is a vibrant orange color and contains a large piece of fish, green beans, and what appears to be onions or other vegetables. The dish is garnished with chili flakes and spices.
Braised Eggplant with Minced Meat
A close-up shot of a dish featuring braised eggplant pieces coated in a savory sauce, garnished with chopped green onions. The eggplant is cut into batons, with visible purple skin and white flesh. The sauce appears to be a rich brown color and contains minced meat. The dish is served in a dark, textured bowl. In the background, a glass of a light-colored beverage and a hint of another dish in an orange bowl are visible on a white table.
Food Menu
A menu board displaying various dishes with their names and images. Dishes include Pork Tripe with Pork Belly Soup, Braised Egg Plant w Minced Meat, Onion Fried Omelette, Crispy Prawn Cracker, and Braised Pork Ribs w Pineapple. The bottom of the board has the text "UTENSIL STATION" in large red letters.
Black Chicken Soup with Herbs
A close-up shot of a bowl of black chicken soup, garnished with goji berries and other herbs. The soup is served in a white ceramic bowl with a lid. Dried herbs and goji berries are scattered around the bowl on a dark wooden surface.
Assorted Fried Dishes with Rice and Soup
A tray of food is presented, featuring a bowl of white rice, a black plate with sliced fried meat and lettuce, a small black pot with fried shrimp and lettuce, and a white bowl of soup with chunks of meat and herbs. A white lid rests beside the soup bowl.
Food Menu Display
A display of four different dishes with their names in Chinese and English. The dishes are: Double Boiled Chinese Herbal Black Chicken Soup, Crispy Fermented Beancurd Pork Belly, Fragrant Pork Lard Fried Egg Rice, Sweet Potato Pearl Porridge, and Steam Tianjin Preserved Vegetables in Meat Patty.
Restaurant Wall Decor
A wall in a restaurant is decorated with framed pictures of food dishes and wooden plaques with Chinese characters. The food pictures display various dishes, including stews, fried items, and steamed dishes. The wooden plaques appear to be menu items or restaurant specialties.
Restaurant Interior
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with many tables and chairs. The walls are decorated with framed pictures of food. There are also ceiling fans and air conditioning units visible. A person is seen sleeping at one of the tables. The overall ambiance is casual and functional.
Braised Pork Knuckles with Egg
A close-up shot of braised pork knuckles and a braised egg in a dark, savory sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is served in a metal pot with a textured rim, placed on a white plate. Two small bowls of dipping sauce are visible on either side of the main dish.
Mural of a Family Meal
A vibrant mural depicts a family gathered around a round table, enjoying a meal. A server, dressed in a floral-patterned top and apron, presents a dish. The mural is set against a backdrop of a tiled wall and features various decorative elements like a clock, a basket of yarn, and vintage appliances.
Food Menu Display
A vertical menu board displays various dishes with images and descriptions in English and Chinese. Dishes include Pork Tripe with Pork Belly Soup, Braised Egg Plant with Minced Meat, Onion Fried Omelette, Crispy Prawn Cracker, and Braised Pork Ribs with Pineapple. Below the menu is a sign that reads "UTENSIL STATION" in English and Chinese.
Prosperous Treasure Pot Banner
A banner advertising a "Prosperous Treasure Pot" from Sin Chao Culinary. The pot is filled with various seafood and ingredients. Pricing is listed for 5 people ($198) and 10 people ($388), with pre-ordering required. The banner also indicates closure dates for Chinese New Year and that business will resume as usual on the second day of the New Year.
Braised Pork Knuckles and Egg
A close-up shot of a bowl of braised pork knuckles and a braised egg, garnished with cilantro. In the background, other dishes are visible, including a yellow curry and a dark stew.
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