Changi Airport is probably one of the last places you’d expect to find a speakeasy/hidden restaurant concept, but Chengdu Bowl has done it with their newest flagship store in Terminal 3!
Speakeasy Concept
Their restaurant space houses two dining concepts! On the outside is their eatery that offers Sichuan-inspired grain bowls, with toppings like Chongqing Spicy Chilli Chicken and Mala Fragrant Sliced Beef.
There’s even a Mahjong Zone with a mahong table and playing tiles.
However, behind the inconspicuous orange ‘vending machine’ door hides their newest speakeasy Sichuan restaurant.
The interior is darker and stylized, with touches of Chinese decor like giant mahjong tiles.
Chengdu Bowl Changi Airport Menu
The menu offers a refreshed take on Sichuan food, widening the scope beyond the usual fiery, numbing food. You can check out the full menu here!
This is still present in items like the Traditional Mapo Tofu ($16.80) and Signature Chongqing Chicken with Abalone Claypot ($30.80).
There’s a Classic Mama’s Taste section that features homelier flavours including the Fish Flavoured Shredded Pork ($18.80) and Braised Pork Belly with Sichuanese Pickles ($17.80).
They also offer sides like Rock n Roll Crispy Pork ($16.80) and Egg Fried Rice ($11.80).
Cold Dishes
We tried the Classic Spicy Assorted Skewers in Red Chilli Oil ($14.80) and Sichuan Chili Chicken with Ramen ($16.80).
Both dishes had that familiar red, vinegary spicy Sichuan chilli oil sauce.
We preferred the chicken with ramen as it was more substantial. The chicken was also tender, providing a good bite with the chewy noodles.
The skewer ingredients included prawns, chicken and black fungus. It felt lacking due to the smaller serving size but we enjoyed the variety of textures.
Hot Dishes
The Classic Spicy Chilli Chicken with Cheesy Rice Cakes ($22.80) a.k.a la zi ji packed a proper punch with a strong lingering sensation on the tongue.
The chicken pieces were well seasoned but we felt the chicken could be crunchier for a more satisfying eating experience.
Our favourite was the Mom’s Homemade Pot ($32.80 for 4 pax). This featured three preparations of rice – white, brown and crispy brown rice – in a thick, seafood-based gravy.
Despite its simple looks, the dish was surprisingly flavourful.
The gravy was savoury with a sweetness from seafood, plus a crunch from the vegetables and crispy rice. There was a good amount of seafood too, even abalone!
We also tried the Prawn with Luffa in Golden Broth ($26.80) and Sizzling Mulan Beef on Hotplate ($23.80), but both dishes didn’t stand out as much for us.
The Mulan Beef had a strong black pepper flavour but leaned on the oily side, while the Prawn in Golden Broth didn’t have any striking flavour.
However, we appreciate their use of fresh ingredients. You can taste the quality and flavour, especially in the bounce in their prawns and meats!
Opening Promotions: Up To 50% Off Your Total Bill
From 16 to 25 May 2025, Chengdu Bowl is offering a chance to win up to 50% off just by bringing more diners in the group!
The discount increases per diner:
- 2 diners – 20% off total bill
- 3 diners – 30% off total bill
- 4 diners – 40% off total bill
- 5 diners and above – 50% off total bill
From 16 May 2025, you can also win free dishes and other discounts via their Mahjong Lucky Draw.
Draw three tiles from the table and see what you win!
- If 1 of the 3 tiles is from the “Dot” suit, diners will receive a complimentary cold drink (U.P. $3.60++)
- If 2 of the 3 tiles are from the “Dot” suit, diners will receive a complimentary serving of Brown Sugar Mochi (U.P. $6.80++)
- If all 3 tiles are from the “Dot” suit, diners may redeem one dish from the “Mom’s Taste” selection
Sichuan Restaurant In Changi Airport
Chengdu Bowl presents a fun concept to Changi Airport with a focus on Sichuanese food. The prices are fair for the area especially if shared amongst two or three people!
Check out more to do in Changi Airport:
- Korea Culture: Korean Semi-Buffet In Changi Airport From $21.90++With Free-Flow Banchan
- Royal Host: Japanese-Western Comfort Food In Jewel Changi Airport With Hotplate Hamburg Steak
- queic by Olivia at Jewel: Viral Oozy Cheesecake Now In Changi With Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake
Chengdu Bowl Jewel
Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Hall Mezzanine South, #03-21, Singapore 819663
Open daily, 10am-8.30pm
*This article is based on a media-tasting event, but all opinions expressed about the food are entirely our own.
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