XiaoYanZi Tomato Hot Pot has established itself as the pioneering trailblazer of tomato hotpot cuisine in Southeast Asia, bringing an innovative twist to traditional Chinese hotpot dining. Located in the bustling Clarke Quay Central, this specialty restaurant has gained recognition for its unique signature tomato broth, crafted using Malaysian tomatoes with a meticulously developed "perfect golden ratio of sugar to acidity." The restaurant's commitment to authenticity shines through its signature recipe, which blends three different types of premium-grade tomatoes to create a distinctive broth that sets it apart from conventional hotpot establishments.
The culinary excellence at XiaoYanZi extends beyond their famous tomato broth to include an impressive variety of soup bases such as Sichuan Spicy, Pork Bone, Mushroom, Boiled Fish, and Herbal Chicken, catering to diverse palates and spice preferences. The restaurant's standout offering is their handmade shrimp paste, made with an exceptional 98.7% shrimp content using selected tiger shrimp that are repeatedly stirred and pounded by hand for six minutes. This meticulous preparation process results in a deliciously fresh and bouncy texture that exemplifies the restaurant's dedication to quality and traditional craftsmanship.
The dining experience at XiaoYanZi offers guests an authentic hotpot journey where premium ingredients like fresh crab, various fish selections, tender mutton, and crisp pickled radish are cooked to perfection in bubbling broths at each table. The restaurant has earned impressive recognition, ranking #1,902 out of 9,769 restaurants in Singapore with a solid 4.2 out of 5 rating on TripAdvisor. Beyond the signature tomato broth, diners can explore traditional favorites including sliced fish, braised pig intestines, black pig sliced pork, and fresh vegetables, all served in an atmosphere that celebrates the communal spirit of hotpot dining while introducing innovative flavors that have redefined the hotpot experience in Singapore.
The service is good, free flow desserts and ice cream. The staff made us feel welcome. Ingredients are fresh and I recommend the lala soup and pork soup. The only hotpot place in Singapore that I would visit at least twice a month.
Karen K
You can smell the rich tomato broth even before stepping into the restaurant — it’s quite fragrant. The place is visually striking, with tomatoes being the star of the show — they’re beautifully displayed outside and used generously in the dishes. Service was friendly and efficient. There’s a great selection of condiments and fresh fruits (watermelon, orange, honeydew), although no complimentary starter dishes were offered.
We tried both the tomato soup (absolutely full of flavor) and the 猪肚汤 (pork tripe soup), which was not bad too. For dessert, there’s a self-serve cone ice cream machine with three flavours (vanilla, mango, and mixed), plus four other dessert options — a nice touch after a hotpot meal but taste so-so. Overall, a satisfying experience, especially if you love tomato-based broths!
Cathy T
The food quality here is pretty good! Meat and seafood are all fresh. Tomato soup leans sweet but the acidity is refreshing and cuts through the heaviness of the meal - also loved the very inventive prawn paste on a spoon that you can hang by the hotpot bowl (mine was still cooking don't mind the colour).
Free flow dessert (ice cream / douhua/bingfen/grass jelly/matcha pudding).
Overall a really good first experience here!
Irene Cheong
The tomato soup broth is thick and full of ingredients, nicest tomato broth i had so far. The ingredients were fresh and the prawn paste was definitely much nicer than other hotpot restaurants. The taro ball dessert was really refreshing. I will be back again.
R
Visited this restaurant for a weekday lunch and found plenty of available tables, allowing us to choose a seat by the glass window with a beautiful view of the Singapore River.
For the broths, we tried the signature tomato broth and the clam seafood broth. The tomato broth was refreshing and flavorful, while the clam seafood broth lacked depth in taste.
The highlights of our meal were the Australian marbled beef short rib, New Zealand hand-rolled mutton, and chestnut pork belly, each offering excellent texture and flavour.
We also ordered the taro sweet potato ball, which was crispy on the outside and sweet inside—a delightful addition to the meal.
Condiments are priced at $3 per person, and beverages (water chestnut drink, barley drink, and lemon tea) also come at an additional $3 per person. However, a nice touch is the complimentary dessert provided for all diners.
Overall, it is a great place to enjoy a hotpot meal with quality ingredients and a scenic view. Would recommend it for a cosy and satisfying dining experience