MUIS Halal Certified
Certified by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS). No pork is served at any Yoshinoya outlet in Singapore.
☪ MUIS Halal Certified
Est. Tokyo 1899
Chain (11 outlets SG)
Yoshinoya
吉野家 — Our Tampines Hub
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Highlights
Heritage
Founded in Tokyo, 1899 — 125+ years of gyudon
Halal Status
MUIS Halal Certified — rare for Japanese chains
Signature
Classic Gyudon (Beef Bowl) from S$6
Menu Variety
Bowls · Combos · Ramen · Curry · Unagi · Kids Sets
About Yoshinoya
Yoshinoya is one of the oldest and most iconic Japanese restaurant brands in the world. Founded in Tokyo in 1899, the chain has spent more than 125 years perfecting a single dish above all others: gyudon — a deceptively simple bowl of thinly sliced beef simmered in a sweet-savoury broth of herbs, spices, and soy, ladled over a bed of premium Japanese rice. That seemingly straightforward combination has won over generations of diners across more than 3,000 locations worldwide.
In Singapore, Yoshinoya occupies a unique and important position: it is one of the very few Japanese restaurant chains to hold MUIS Halal certification. This means Muslim diners — who are often excluded from Japanese restaurants due to pork-based ingredients — can enjoy authentic gyudon and Japanese cuisine with complete confidence. The certification, obtained in late 2024, covers all Yoshinoya outlets in Singapore. No pork of any kind is used in any dish.
The Our Tampines Hub outlet is on Basement 1 of Singapore's largest integrated community hub. It is a natural stopping point for families, students, and residents using the hub's extensive sports, library, and community facilities. The restaurant uses Koshihikari rice — a premium Japanese short-grain rice known for its sticky texture and subtle sweetness — as the foundation for every bowl.
Recommended For
Muslim Diners
Halal Japanese Food
Families with Kids
Budget Meals
Beef Bowl Fans
Quick Lunch
Students
Takeaway / Delivery
Menu & Pricing
| Gyudon (Beef) — S / R / L | S$6 / 6.50 / 8 |
| Negitama Gyudon — spring onion + soft-boiled egg | S$8.50 / 9 / 10.50 |
| Cheese Gyudon | ~S$8.50 |
| Kimchi Gyudon — spicy kimchi + beef | ~S$8.50 |
| Gyudon Veg — beef with vegetables | S$8 / 9.50 |
| Salmon Bowl — breaded salmon with Jikasei sauce | ~S$8 |
| Karaage Bowl — crispy fried chicken | ~S$8 |
| Teriyaki Chicken Bowl | ~S$8 |
| Unagi Don — grilled eel over rice | ~S$12 |
| Ebi Fry Bowl — fried prawns | ~S$9 |
| Beef & Salmon Combo | ~S$12 |
| Beef & Chicken Katsu Combo | ~S$16 |
| Teriyaki Salmon & Karaage Combo | ~S$15 |
| Beef Ramen — halal-compliant broth with sliced beef | ~S$10 |
| Shoyu Karaage Ramen — soy broth with fried chicken | ~S$10 |
| Tonkotsu-style Beef Ramen (halal) | ~S$10 |
| Cheese Beef Curry Rice | ~S$9 |
| Chicken Katsu Curry Rice | ~S$9 |
| Kids Set (Beef / Salmon / Karaage) — with corn & smiley potatoes | ~S$7 |
| Student Meals — discounted sets for students | ~S$7–9 |
| Mitarashi Dango — sweet soy-glazed rice dumplings | ~S$4 |
All items are halal. Prices subject to change. See yoshinoya.com.sg/menu for latest menu.
What Makes Yoshinoya Special
01
125 Years of One Perfect Bowl
When a restaurant has been making the same dish since 1899, you know the recipe has been refined to within an inch of perfection. Yoshinoya's gyudon uses a secret broth recipe — a blend of soy sauce, mirin, dashi, and proprietary herbs and spices — that has been passed down and fine-tuned for over a century. The beef is sliced paper-thin so it absorbs the broth rapidly and cooks in seconds, yielding meat that is tender, sweet, and savoury in every bite. The onions are simmered until translucent and silky, acting as both flavour carrier and textural complement. It is the kind of dish that seems too simple to be remarkable — until you taste it alongside imitators and realise how much that century of refinement matters.
02
Halal Japanese: Breaking the Barrier
For Singapore's Muslim community — roughly 15% of the population — Japanese cuisine has long been a frustrating landscape. The vast majority of ramen shops use pork-based tonkotsu broth. Most izakaya serve pork dishes. Sushi chains often lack halal certification. Yoshinoya's MUIS Halal certification, obtained in late 2024, is a genuine game-changer. It means Muslim families can sit down together and enjoy beef bowls, halal ramen, chicken karaage, salmon bowls, curry rice, and even unagi — all prepared in a halal-certified kitchen. For many, Yoshinoya is the first opportunity to experience authentic Japanese fast-casual dining without dietary compromise.
03
Koshihikari Rice: The Unsung Hero
What separates a good beef bowl from a great one often comes down to the rice. Yoshinoya uses Koshihikari — a premium Japanese short-grain rice cultivar that is prized for its slightly sticky texture, natural sweetness, and ability to absorb flavours without becoming mushy. Each grain holds its shape while still clinging together just enough to be picked up with chopsticks. When the savoury gyudon broth seeps down through the rice, every spoonful becomes a complete experience: protein, carbohydrate, and seasoning in perfect harmony.
04
Unbeatable Value: Quality at S$6
A small Gyudon at S$6 is one of the best value propositions in Singapore's Japanese dining scene. Even at the regular size (S$6.50), you get a satisfying meal of quality beef and premium rice that would cost more at most competitors. Add an egg (Ontama Gyudon) or spring onions (Negitama Gyudon) for a few dollars more, and the value-to-quality ratio becomes even more compelling. Student meals and kids sets make it particularly accessible for younger diners. In a city where a basic hawker meal now averages S$5–6, Yoshinoya's gyudon represents premium Japanese ingredients at near-hawker prices.
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Practical Info
Address
1 Tampines Walk, #B1-K1/K2/K22, Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
Nearest MRT
Tampines (EW2/DT32) — 7 min walk
Phone
Website
Opening Hours
- Mon–Sun: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Halal Status
MUIS Halal Certified. No pork served.
Payment
Cash, Visa, Mastercard, NETS, contactless, GrabPay
Delivery
GrabFood, foodpanda, Deliveroo
Dietary Info
☪ MUIS Halal Certified
No pork
Contains beef
Contains eggs
Contains wheat
Contains soy
Seafood options available
Kids meals available
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Editor's Note
Tips for your visit
The Classic Gyudon Regular (S$6.50) is the essential first order — it is where Yoshinoya's 125 years of refinement speaks loudest. For a more complete experience, upgrade to the Negitama Gyudon, where the soft-boiled egg and spring onions add richness and freshness. The Unagi Don is excellent value for eel at this price point. If you are Muslim and have been looking for halal ramen in Singapore, Yoshinoya's halal ramen options are worth trying — while they are not traditional tonkotsu (no pork), the broth is flavourful and the noodles are solid. Kids will love the Kids Sets with smiley potatoes. The Our Tampines Hub location gets busy at lunch on weekends when families visit the hub's facilities — weekday afternoons are the quietest times.
Location
1 Tampines Walk, #B1-K1/K2/K22, Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
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