Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks at Bras Basah Complex

Location: 231 Bain St, #02-19, Singapore 180231

Floor 2 · Bras Basah Complex

Third-generation Hainanese kueh makers at Bras Basah Complex.

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Third-generation Hainanese kueh makers at Bras Basah Complex.

Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks is a Hainanese kueh and snack shop at #02-19 in Bras Basah Complex, run by young relatives continuing a family craft spanning three generations. The shop opened as a gentrified brick-and-mortar takeaway store, bringing traditional Hainanese kueh-making into a modern setting while preserving the recipes and techniques passed down through the family. The menu features a variety of Hainanese snacks and kueh, representing the culinary heritage of the Hainanese diaspora in Singapore. Bras Basah Complex, traditionally known as a hub for bookshops and stationers, provides an unexpected but charming setting for this heritage snack shop. The third-generation operators balance tradition with contemporary presentation, ensuring that these time-honoured Hainanese delicacies continue to find new audiences while remaining faithful to their origins.

231 Bain St, #02-19, Singapore 180231

Floor 2 · Bras Basah Complex

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Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks

The storefront of a restaurant with glass doors and windows. A sign above the entrance reads "Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks" in English and Chinese. A decorative green and white graphic of a food item is displayed above the entrance. Inside, a Christmas tree decorated with gold tinsel and snowflakes is visible, along with plants and a counter. A bicycle is parked outside to the left, and an "OPEN" sign is displayed on an easel near the entrance.

Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks

The exterior of a shop with a glass facade. A sign above the entrance reads "Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks" in English and Chinese. A neon sign shaped like a green bun with a pink center is mounted above the door. Inside, shelves display food items, and a refrigerator is visible. Two wooden benches are placed outside the entrance.

Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks

The exterior of a shop with large glass windows and doors. A sign above the entrance reads "Third Generation of Hainan Cuisine & Snacks" in English and Chinese. A neon sign shaped like a green dessert is visible above the entrance. Inside, shelves display various items, and a counter is visible. A bicycle is parked outside to the left, and a wooden A-frame sign with "We Are OPEN" is also present.

Outdoor walkway with mural and tables

An outdoor walkway features a large black and white mural of old buildings on the wall. Two small, round white tables with wooden legs are placed in front of the mural. To the right, there are glass doors with a pattern of circles, and further down the walkway, a red fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall next to a storefront. The floor is tiled with a diamond pattern.

Hainan Cuisine Snacks Banner

A pull-up banner advertising Hainan cuisine and snacks. The banner features a circular logo with Chinese characters and English text, a stylized illustration of a snack, and three rows of photographs showcasing various Hainanese snacks and ingredients. The background appears to be an indoor walkway or mall area.

Business Hours Sign

A sign on a glass door displays the business hours and a QR code for pre-ordering. A wooden 'Closed' sign hangs to the left. The business hours are Monday: Closed, Tuesday-Sunday: 10 AM - 4 PM. It also states that if the business is closed, it means they are sold out and advises pre-ordering at least 2 working days in advance via their website for self-collection or delivery.

Desserts in containers

Three plastic containers with clear lids, each holding two white desserts wrapped in green leaves. A small sign in front of the containers reads "Signature Yi Bua $1.50/pc". The desserts appear to be placed on a wooden surface, with shelves and a cart visible in the background.

Ang Ku Kueh

A display of Ang Ku Kueh, a type of traditional pastry, in clear plastic containers. The pastries are in various colors, including green, red, and blue. A price sign indicates two price points: $2.40 for Peanut/Mung Bean filling and $2.80 for Coconut/Black Sesame filling. The pastries are arranged on a wooden tray on a white counter.