TLDR; Onggii is a Korean restaurant in Square 2 Novena specialising in traditional Korean stews and soups made in-house. This is their second outlet after their first in Suntec City. Novena-exclusive items include the Dwaeji Galbijjim ($22.90) and Korean-style Pork Terrine ($13.90), alongside signatures like the So Gomtang ($21.90) and Chadol Doenjang Jiggae ($16.90). Meal sets range from $15.90 to $25.90, inclusive of rice, banchan and soup.
Onggii has opened a second outlet at Square 2 in Novena, bringing its Korean comfort-food menu beyond its original Suntec City location. Serving soups (tang) and stew (jjigae), their philosophy centres around authentic, homey Korean recipes that don’t break the bank.
The outlet serves the same menu inside a hanok-inspired space, with dividers, tables, and imperial-style doors imported directly from Korea.
Hanok-Inspired Interior
For the Novena location, Onggii worked with a hanok design specialist based in Seoul to shape the space around traditional Korean hanok architecture, with both indoor and outdoor seating.
The interior is dark and regal, with a small corner for mat seating inspired by ondol (heated flooring). The ceilings are decorated with draped white fabric sheets and circular lamps, keeping the lighting low but comfy.
On the contrary, the exterior space is bright and airy. The dividers are reminiscent of the wooden beams in traditional hanoks, held together with wooden pegs rather than metal nails.
There are communal and solo seating available, making it perfect for both team lunches or quiet solo lunch dates.
The majority of the interior elements were imported directly from Korea, including dining tables, chairs and imperial-style doors that anchor the space’s hanok character.
Onggii Novena Square 2 Menu
The menu at onggii Novena Square 2 is identical to the onggii Suntec City outlet: Korean soul broths (gukbap) available with pork, chicken, or beef, alongside stew sets and sharing sides.
Here is a preview of the menu:
| Category | Dish | What Is In It | Price |
| Broths (Gomtang) | So Gomtang (Beef) | 12-hour slow-boiled clear beef broth served with sliced beef | $21.90 |
| Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken) | Whole chicken stuffed with ginseng and rice, served in a clear chicken broth | $24.90 | |
| Stews (Jjigae) | Chadol Doenjang Jjigae (Beef) | Spicy soybean stew with thin fatty beef and tofu | $16.90 |
| Kimchi Jjigae (Pork) | Spicy kimchi stew with pork | $14.90 | |
| Sharing | [Novena Exclusive] Kimchi Platter | Three types of housemade kimchi, including cabbage and cucumber | $34.90 |
| [Novena Exclusive] Korean Style Collagen Pork Terrine | Collagen-packed terrine with pork slices | $15.90 | |
| [Novena Exclusive] Dwaeji Galbi-jjim | Spicy braised pork ribs | $22.90 |
What We Tried
Our favourite is the Wang Galbi Gomtang ($25.90), a signature dish you can also find at their Suntec City outlet. Aside from the robust, flavourful broth, the bone-in ribs were fork-tender and buttery. These were big and meaty ribs too, making for a satisfying meal!
If you prefer something strongly flavoured, try their Beef Ugeojitang ($19.90). This dish isn’t commonly found in Singapore – a spicy stew made with the leaves of cabbages or radish plants.
The stew was flavoured with deonjang, giving it a rich, umami-rich profile that was enhanced by the thick chunks of beef.
Their Dwaeji Gomtang ($17.90) featured a pork-based broth instead. It was sweeter than the beef version, with no gamey flavour, and topped with generous slices of pork belly.
The Dwaeji Suyuk ($22.90) was served in a thin broth and topped with vegetables, different from the usual suyuk presentations. While we found the meat sweet, it was overcooked and tough. It would be nicer with a stronger dipping sauce.
Banchan is a non-negotiable with Korean food. We recommend their housemade Oi Sobagi ($3.50, cucumber kimchi) and Fresh Kimchi ($4.90); crunchy, well-seasoned but not too salty.
Is onggii Worth Visiting?
Yes, onggii is worth visiting for their selection of warm, comforting soups. The menu variety caters to all palates and preferences while staying wallet-friendly, with most set meals around $20. There are also plenty of seats and the ambience transports you to Korea without trying too hard. Anticipate heavy lunch crowds with waits of about 20 minutes.
If onggii tickled your fancy, check out more Korean eats in Singapore!
onggii Square 2: Key Information
| Detail | Info |
| Address | 10 Sinaran Drive, #03-33 Square 2, Singapore 307506 |
| Nearest MRT | Novena (NS20), directly connected to Square 2 |
| Hours | Daily, 11am to 10pm |
| Reservations | Not accepted; walk-in only |
| Menu | Same as the Suntec City outlet |
Frequently Asked Questions for onggii
What is onggii?
Onggii is a Korean restaurant focusing on traditional Korean soups and stews, made with premium ingredients and boiled for over 12 hours. There are two outlets in Singapore: Suntec City and Square 2.
Where is Onggii’s new outlet located?
Onggii’s second outlet is at 10 Sinaran Drive, #03-33 Square 2, Singapore 307506, directly connected to Novena MRT station (NS20).
What are the opening hours?
Onggii Novena Square 2 is open daily from 11am to 10pm.
Do I need a reservation?
No. Onggii Novena Square 2 does not accept reservations and operates on a walk-in basis only.
Is the menu different from the Suntec City outlet?
No. Onggii Novena Square 2 serves the same menu as the original Suntec City location, apart from a few Novena-exclusive items.
What should I order at onggii?
Signature items include the Wang Galbi Gomtang ($25.90), Dwaeji Gomtang ($17.90) and Seafood Soft Tofu Jiggae ($18.90).
*This article is based on a media tasting, but all opinions expressed about the food are entirely our own.
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