HC L
Seating was very crammed so you can hear every word your neighbour was talking. Food came a bit slow compared to other branches but tasted delicious nevertheless. Their minced pork with petai was unique and it tasted even better with their …
Location: 238 Thomson Rd, #01-05, Singapore 307683
Floor 1 · Velocity @ Novena Square
Taiwanese xiao long bao and noodles chain at Velocity Novena
Taiwanese xiao long bao and noodles chain at Velocity Novena
Din Tai Fung is a world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant chain with an outlet at Velocity at Novena Square, specialising in xiao long bao (soup dumplings) and noodle dishes. The restaurant is celebrated for its meticulously crafted xiao long bao, each containing exactly 18 folds and filled with a gelatin that melts into soup when steamed. Beyond its signature dumplings, the menu includes noodle soups, fried rice, and vegetable dishes prepared with the same precision and quality control that have made Din Tai Fung a global brand. Founded in Taipei in 1958, the chain has expanded to numerous countries while maintaining strict standards across all outlets. The Novena location serves families and professionals in the Thomson and Novena area, providing a reliable and refined dining option in a shopping mall setting.Based on 97 Google reviews
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HC L
Seating was very crammed so you can hear every word your neighbour was talking. Food came a bit slow compared to other branches but tasted delicious nevertheless. Their minced pork with petai was unique and it tasted even better with their …
Ronny Tan Yong Hui
Newly-opened in 2025. + Has a specialized breakfast menu, a first for DTF in Singapore, including …
Lynn Lin
We had the all-time favourites - Pork Chop Fried Rice, Mushroom & Minced Pork Noodles and Oriental Wantons in Black Vinegar and Chilli Oil. Expected of the usual DTF standard, but we realised that the menu items are not as extensive as the …
Keith Lim
The food here is consistent of all the other Din Tai Fung restaurants, and generally quite nice. Tried the usual stuff like 蒜泥白肉 (pork with crushed garlic) as a starter, the 小笼包 (steamed pork xiao long bao) and the crispy prawn pancakes. …
Joycee
The waiting time wasn’t long even during the Saturday lunch hour. Although my husband loves the XLB, I personally prefer the fried rice — especially the one with shrimp. It’s delicious!
Din Tai Fung
Din Tai Fung Restaurant
The exterior of a Din Tai Fung restaurant with its prominent signage visible. Inside, diners are seated at tables, and staff members are visible behind a counter. A display case shows various food items. The entrance area features promotional posters and plants.
Din Tai Fung Storefront
A view of the Din Tai Fung restaurant storefront with its distinctive red signage. The counter area is visible, with staff preparing food behind it. A display case shows various food items. Customers are standing in front of the counter. Digital menu boards are mounted above the counter.
Din Tai Fung
The exterior of a Din Tai Fung restaurant with its signature red signage visible above the entrance. Inside, staff are visible preparing food behind a counter, and customers are seated at tables. Digital screens display menu items and promotions.
Pork Fried Rice with Tea
A plate of pork fried rice is served with a small bowl of chili sauce and a teapot with a cup of tea. The fried rice contains pieces of pork, scrambled egg, and chopped green onions. The teapot and cup are decorated with blue floral patterns.
Steamed Green Dumplings
A bamboo steamer filled with ten green dumplings, served with a small dish of soy sauce and ginger, and a cup of tea with a teapot.
Spring Rolls
A plate of golden-brown spring rolls garnished with shredded scallions and red chili. The plate is set on a bamboo placemat with a marble-patterned background.
Hot and Sour Soup
A white bowl filled with hot and sour soup, garnished with chopped green onions and chili flakes. The soup contains noodles, mushrooms, and shredded meat. The bowl is placed on a wooden board, with a white spoon to the right.
Soup Dumplings
A bamboo steamer basket filled with ten soup dumplings, arranged on white parchment paper. To the left, a small white dish contains soy sauce with julienned ginger. In the upper right corner, a small white teacup filled with amber liquid sits next to a blue and white patterned teapot. The background is a dark, textured surface.
Fried Chicken Wings with Tea
A plate of golden-brown fried chicken wings garnished with cilantro, served with a cup of tea and a teapot on a wooden tray. The food is presented on a white plate with a decorative edge, placed on a dark, textured surface.
Din Tai Fung Restaurant
A view of the interior of a Din Tai Fung restaurant, showing the counter area with staff preparing food. Digital menus are displayed above the counter, and a display case shows various food items. The restaurant's name is visible in large lettering above the counter.
Restaurant Interior with Waiter Serving Table
A waiter in a black vest and white shirt, wearing a face mask, serves a table in a brightly lit restaurant. Diners are seated at tables with light-colored chairs. The ceiling has a modern slatted design with recessed lighting. In the background, through a glass partition, other diners and a counter area are visible.
Steamed Soup Dumplings
A bamboo steamer basket filled with six steamed soup dumplings, also known as xiao long bao, arranged on a white parchment paper liner. The dumplings are delicate and pleated at the top, with a slightly translucent skin.
Soup Dumplings
A bamboo steamer basket filled with soup dumplings, also known as Xiao Long Bao. The dumplings are delicate and pleated at the top, with a translucent wrapper. A small dish of dipping sauce is visible in the background, along with a white bowl and a plate.
Din Tai Fung Restaurant Interior
A wide shot of the interior of a Din Tai Fung restaurant. A server in a black uniform stands at the entrance, holding a menu and gesturing towards the dining area. The dining area is filled with customers seated at tables. Behind the counter, chefs in white uniforms are visible working in the kitchen. A large digital menu board displays images of food. A vertical illuminated sign with the restaurant's name and an advertisement for pan-fried buns is visible on the right. Plants are placed in planters throughout the dining area.
Fried Bean Curd Rolls
A close-up shot of fried bean curd rolls, also known as crispy fried tofu skin rolls, served on a white plate with a decorative paper doily. The rolls are golden brown and appear to be filled with minced ingredients, possibly shrimp and vegetables, visible as small flecks of orange and green.
Noodles and Dumplings
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles topped with minced meat and green onions, served with a side of pickled cucumbers and a bowl of dumplings. The food is arranged on a white table in what appears to be a restaurant setting.
Restaurant Interior with Digital Menu Board
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with tables and chairs set up for dining. Artwork depicting birds and other subjects hangs on the wall. A large, brightly lit digital menu board is visible on the right side of the image, displaying images of food and text in Chinese and English. The restaurant appears clean and modern, with a light-colored ceiling and walls. Planters with pink and white flowers are placed in front of a low partition.
Rolled Slices with Sauce
A white oval plate holds several rolled slices of food, possibly meat or tofu, filled with cucumber. The rolls are generously coated in a dark, glossy sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. The dish is presented on a table with a marble-patterned surface.
Spicy Rolls with Scallions
A plate of rolled food, possibly rice noodle rolls, is served in a spicy sauce and garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Chopsticks are picking up one of the rolls. In the background, a bamboo steamer and a plate with steamed buns are visible.
Steamed Buns
A close-up shot of three steamed buns on a white plate. Two of the buns are golden brown and appear to be pan-fried on the bottom, while the third bun is white and fully steamed. The buns are arranged on a textured brown surface, possibly a tablecloth. A white spoon and chopsticks are visible in the background.
Dim Sum Platter
A white plate holds three dim sum items: two steamed buns and one fried bun. In the background, a white mug, a plate of fried rice, and a piece of fried chicken are visible. The setting appears to be a restaurant with other diners and tables in the background. A receipt is partially visible on the right side of the plate.
Steamed Buns with Strawberries
A bamboo steamer basket filled with small, pale pink and yellow steamed buns, arranged on white parchment paper. Next to the steamer, two fresh strawberries, one whole and two halved, are displayed. The background is a textured gray surface.
Hot and Sour Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of hot and sour soup, garnished with chopped green onions and black pepper. The soup contains noodles, mushrooms, and shredded egg. A small dish of sauce is visible in the upper right corner.
Steamed Green Dumplings
A bamboo steamer basket filled with six green dumplings, arranged on white parchment paper. The dumplings have a pleated appearance and appear to be filled with a green mixture. The basket is placed on a textured, metallic surface.
Shrimp Fried Rice
A close-up shot of shrimp fried rice served on a white plate. The dish is topped with several large, pink shrimp and garnished with chopped green onions. The rice appears to be mixed with scrambled eggs. A spoon and chopsticks are visible in the background.
Pan-fried Bun
A close-up shot of a pan-fried bun served on a white spoon, which rests on a white plate. The bun has a golden-brown, pleated bottom and a white, steamed top. In the background, out of focus, are white bowls and chopsticks on a marble-patterned table.
Food Display Case
A glass display case filled with various food items and decorative ceramic pieces. The food items appear to be replicas of dishes, including what looks like steamed chicken, tofu cubes, and small pastries. There are also jars of what might be preserves or sauces. Decorative vases and small bowls are interspersed among the food.
Soup Dumplings
A bamboo steamer basket filled with six soup dumplings, also known as xiao long bao. A small yellow condiment is placed in the center of the basket. The dumplings are delicate and pleated at the top, with a translucent wrapper.
Pork Fried Rice
A close-up shot of a plate of pork fried rice, with a spoon resting on the side. The rice is mixed with scrambled eggs and pieces of pork, and garnished with chopped green onions. The dish is served on a white plate, and the background shows a restaurant table setting with other dishes and menus.
Fried Dumpling with Shredded Filling
A close-up shot of a fried dumpling, cut in half, revealing a filling of shredded meat in a savory sauce. The dumpling has a golden-brown, slightly crispy exterior and a soft, white interior. It is held by black chopsticks and rests on a white plate with a small red tag bearing Chinese characters. A small dish of dark dipping sauce is visible in the background.
Steamed Buns
Three white steamed buns are arranged in a bamboo steamer basket. Each bun has a small purple stamp on top.
Steamed Buns
Three white steamed buns with a purple mark on top, served in a bamboo steamer basket. The buns appear soft and fluffy. In the background, there are plates and chopsticks, suggesting a dining setting.
Fried Shrimp Cakes
A close-up shot of fried shrimp cakes, sliced and arranged on a white plate with a doily. The cakes are golden brown and appear to have visible pieces of shrimp and herbs mixed in.
Noodle Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodle soup. The soup contains thin, white noodles, bok choy, and chopped green onions. The bowl is white and sits on a marble-patterned surface.
Steamed Pork Bun
A close-up shot of a steamed pork bun being held by chopsticks. The bun is soft and white, with a golden-brown bottom. The filling appears to be ground pork in a savory sauce. In the background, out of focus, are plates of food, including what looks like fried rice and a small dish of red sauce. A bamboo steamer basket is also visible.
Soup Dumplings and Beer
A close-up shot of soup dumplings in a bamboo steamer, served with a side of soy sauce. A glass of beer with a Taiwan Beer logo is visible in the background, along with a bowl of food and a water glass. The setting appears to be a restaurant table.
Egg Fried Rice
A close-up shot of a mound of egg fried rice served on a white plate. The rice is mixed with scrambled egg and chopped green onions. A spoon rests on the side of the plate, and chopsticks are visible in the background on a napkin. The setting appears to be a restaurant dining area with blurred chairs and tables.
Dessert with Toasted Coconut Flakes
A close-up shot of a dessert served in a clear glass dish, topped with a generous amount of toasted coconut flakes. The dish sits on a white saucer with a doily. A spoon rests on the saucer. The dessert is presented on a marble-patterned table, with blurred chairs and tables in the background, suggesting a restaurant or cafe setting.
Smashed Cucumber Salad
A plate of smashed cucumber salad, dressed in a spicy chili oil sauce and topped with minced garlic and chili flakes. A small dish of pickled ginger is visible to the left.
Young man at a restaurant table with food
A young man with glasses smiles at the camera, seated at a table in a restaurant. In front of him are plates of fried rice and what appears to be pork cutlets. Other diners and restaurant staff are visible in the background. The restaurant has a bright, casual atmosphere.
Hot and Sour Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of hot and sour soup, garnished with chopped green onions and black pepper. A spoon rests in the bowl, and a small dish of dipping sauce is visible to the left. Another dish with cucumber and a spicy sauce is partially visible in the foreground.
Din Tai Fung Restaurant
A view of the interior of a Din Tai Fung restaurant, showing the counter area with staff preparing food and digital menu boards displaying food options and prices. The prominent red signage of "DIN TAI FUNG" is visible above the counter.
Noodles with Mushroom and Minced Meat Topping
A close-up shot of a dish featuring white noodles topped with a rich, dark sauce containing mushrooms, minced meat, and a sprinkle of crispy fried garlic or shallots. The dish is served in a white takeout container.
Seaweed Salad
A plate of seaweed salad with thinly sliced tofu and a red chili pepper garnish, served on a marble-patterned table.
Din Tai Fung Receipt
A receipt from Din Tai Fung showing a list of items purchased and their prices. The total amount paid by credit card is $29.76.
Pork Chop with Fried Rice and Eggs
A takeaway box containing pork chop with fried rice and eggs. The box has Din Tai Fung branding and order details.
Din Tai Fung Takeaway Boxes
Two takeaway boxes from Din Tai Fung. The top box contains Pork chop with fried rice and eggs (SGD14.30). The bottom box contains Steamed Vegetable & Pork Dumplings (SGD13 = 10 pieces). The boxes are red and gold with large Chinese characters. The text also indicates the location as Din Tai Fung, Novena Square mall, 238 Thomson Road, #01-05, Singapore 307683. The date and time are 24 January 2025 5:31 pm.
Steamed Dumplings with Chocolate
A bamboo steamer basket filled with several steamed dumplings, arranged on a white paper liner. To the left, a small white bowl contains a creamy dipping sauce. To the right, pieces of dark chocolate are stacked, and two additional dumplings sit on the surface.
Green Dumplings in a Steamer Basket
A close-up shot shows several green dumplings arranged in a bamboo steamer basket lined with white parchment paper. A pair of black chopsticks is picking up one of the dumplings. The dumplings appear to be filled and have a pleated edge. The background is blurred, suggesting an indoor dining setting.
Restaurant Receipt
A close-up view of a restaurant receipt with a QR code and a list of food and drink items ordered. The receipt is clipped to a clipboard and rests on a marble-patterned table. A portion of a menu with an image of food is visible underneath the receipt.
Pork Chop Fried Rice
A plate of fried rice topped with sliced grilled pork chops. A spoon rests on the side of the plate. Other small dishes and chopsticks are visible in the background.
Fried Shrimp Rolls
A plate of fried shrimp rolls, sliced into strips, is presented on a white plate with a doily underneath. The rolls are golden brown and appear to be made with a crispy wrapper and a filling that includes shrimp and green herbs.
Noodles with Mushrooms and Meat
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles topped with sliced mushrooms, minced meat, and crispy fried garlic and scallions. The noodles are coated in a dark, savory sauce.
Pork Chop with Noodles
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with thin noodles and sliced pork chops. The pork is seasoned and appears to be grilled or pan-fried, with a slightly crispy exterior and juicy interior. The noodles are submerged in a savory sauce. Two smartphones are visible in the background, resting on a textured surface.
Restaurant Interior with Diners
A wide shot of a busy restaurant interior, filled with diners seated at tables. The room has a modern design with a slatted ceiling and large windows offering a view of the outside. Several framed artworks hang on the wall. People are engaged in conversation and eating, creating a lively atmosphere.
Pork Chop with Fried Rice
A close-up shot of a plate of food featuring a thick, sliced pork chop served over a bed of fried rice. The pork chop is grilled and has grill marks, with a slightly crispy exterior. The fried rice appears to contain scrambled egg and green onions. The dish is presented on a white plate with a marble-patterned tabletop visible in the background.
Steamed Vegetable & Pork Dumplings
A box of steamed vegetable and pork dumplings, priced at SGD13 for 10 pieces. The box also contains julienned ginger, vinegar, and a sauce packet. The text indicates it is a takeaway order from Din Tai Fung at Novena Square mall.
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