Hakka Yu @ Jewel Changi Airport at Jewel Changi Airport
Location: 78 Airport Blvd., #03-220/221/222 Jewel Airport Changi, Singapore 819666
Jewel Changi Airport
Authentic Hakka thunder tea rice and traditional Hakka dishes at Jewel Changi Airport.
Authentic Hakka thunder tea rice and traditional Hakka dishes at Jewel Changi Airport.
Hakka Yu at Jewel Changi Airport is a restaurant dedicated to the robust, earthy flavours of Hakka cuisine, with its signature Hakka thunder tea rice, or lei cha, taking pride of place on the menu. This traditional dish of rice topped with vegetables, peanuts, and dried shrimp, served with a bowl of pounded-tea soup, is a beloved Hakka staple that is as nourishing as it is distinctive.The restaurant brings this heritage cuisine to a modern airport setting without diluting its authenticity. Beyond lei cha, the menu features an array of classic Hakka dishes, including steamed salted chicken, stuffed tofu, and abacus yam seeds, each prepared with the straightforward, honest techniques that define Hakka cooking. The flavours are grounded and satisfying, reflecting a culinary tradition born of resourcefulness and a deep connection to the land. The restaurant casual yet warm setting at Jewel Level 3 makes it a comfortable spot for both solo diners and groups.
For a taste of Hakka heritage served with care and authenticity, Hakka Yu delivers a meal that is both comforting and culturally rich. It is tradition on a plate, right at Changi.
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everlydaydream
Expect long queues. Went on a Sunday at 5pm to queue and the wait was almost 40mins long. Gets really crowded during dinner peak. I’m no longer one to queue extensively (for good food) but I would say this is pretty worthwhile. Anything …
Roy Teng
We were served by Kelly, attentive, cheerful, and chatty. We liked her service to us. …
Thomas Jolene
First time trying this restaurant and it was an amazing experience! The flavours were unique and different from the usual local taste – truly authentic Hakka cuisine. Came here on 13 December with friends to try their special chicken dish, …
Ayaalan.foodie
Tried this new spot at Jewel Changi and was happy with the quick queue and tasty dishes. The salt baked chicken was tender with a mild flavour, though a little dry. The stuffed tofu was the highlight with soft tofu and juicy filling that …
jolene
started queuing at 5pm on a saturday and the queue moved pretty fast! though it always have really long queues so do recommend to dine here during non-peak periods. …
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Hakka Yu @ Jewel Changi Airport
Soy Sauce Tofu in Clay Pot
A close-up shot of a clay pot dish featuring four pieces of tofu simmering in a glossy, dark soy-based sauce with visible corn kernels and chopped green onions as garnish. A metal spoon rests inside the pot.
Bowl of Soup with Meat and Scallions
A white ceramic bowl filled with a clear broth, chunks of meat, and green scallion garnish, placed on a wooden coaster.
Hakkayu Hakka Cuisine Interior
Interior view of Hakkayu Hakka Cuisine restaurant showing customers at counter, staff in uniform, strollers, and illuminated signage with Chinese characters.
Stir-fried Rice with Tofu and Green Onions
A close-up of a bowl containing stir-fried rice mixed with chunks of tofu, garnished with chopped green onions. The dish is served in a light-colored ceramic bowl on a white table surface.
Hakka Cuisine Interior View
Interior of Hakka Cuisine restaurant showing food display, seating area with customers, luggage carts in foreground, and illuminated signage above entrance.
Steamed Tofu with Soybeans and Pork
A steaming dish of tofu cubes topped with a savory sauce, garnished with green onions, served in a black ceramic pot. Surrounding the main dish are scattered soybeans, raw pork belly slices on a wooden board, and green onion stalks.
Sausage Rice in Clay Pot
A close-up of a clay pot filled with yellow rice mixed with sausage pieces and green onions, served alongside a side dish of stir-fried greens on a marble table.
Braised Pork with Preserved Vegetables in Clay Pot
A close-up of a clay pot dish featuring slices of braised pork belly layered over preserved vegetables, garnished with chopped green onions. The dish is served in a rustic brown ceramic bowl, with visible steam and glossy sauce coating the meat. In the background, partially visible side dishes include stir-fried greens and another small bowl with orange-colored sauce.
Stir-fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic
A close-up photo of a bowl of stir-fried Chinese broccoli (gai lan) with visible garlic pieces, served in a light-colored ceramic dish on a white marble table.
Dining Table with Salt-Baked Chicken Pot and Noodles
A table setting featuring a clay pot labeled 'Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage Salt-Baked Chicken' covered in red cloth, a bowl of noodles topped with minced meat and green onions, chopsticks resting on the side, and a small sauce bowl.
Stir-fried Glass Noodles in Clay Pot
A close-up of a clay pot dish containing stir-fried glass noodles with visible ingredients like carrots, cabbage, and green onions. The pot is placed on a white tablecloth with other dishes and cups in the background.
Green Dumplings on a Plate
A close-up of four dark green, shiny dumplings placed on a banana leaf inside a white bowl with a brown rim. In the background, there is a clay pot containing food and another dish partially visible.
Sliced Chicken in Clay Pot
A close-up of sliced cooked chicken pieces arranged in a brown ceramic clay pot with visible bone and skin, placed on a metal stand.
Savory Clay Pot Stew with Chili and Scallions
A close-up of a hearty stew served in a rustic clay pot, featuring chunks of meat, potatoes, and a rich brown sauce, garnished with red chili peppers and green scallions.
Braised Pork Belly with Sauce
A plate of glazed pork belly pieces arranged on a white rectangular dish, drizzled with dark sauce and garnished with parsley.
Sizzling Tofu Dish
A close-up of a sizzling tofu dish served in a black ceramic pot, garnished with green onions and accompanied by a spoon.
Hakkayu Hakka Cuisine Interior
Interior view of Hakkayu Hakka Cuisine restaurant showing chefs in white uniforms preparing food behind a curved counter, with signage displaying 'HAKKAYU' and Chinese characters above. A large steamer pot sits prominently in the foreground on a lit burner. Passengers with luggage stand near transparent barriers to the left, suggesting an airport or transit setting. The scene includes visible kitchen equipment, stacked bamboo steamers, and digital clocks showing time.
Roast Chicken and Soup
A table setting featuring a clay pot of roasted chicken with visible bones and skin, alongside two small white bowls containing clear broth with chunks of meat or tofu. The dishes rest on wooden coasters atop a marble-patterned surface.
Braised Pork with Preserved Vegetables in Clay Pot
A close-up of a clay pot dish featuring layers of braised pork belly topped with chopped green onions, surrounded by dark preserved vegetables and glossy sauce.
Hakka Salt-Baked Chicken Signage
A close-up of a yellow menu card displaying 'INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE HAKKA SALT-BAKED CHICKEN' with serving times listed as 10:35 and 16:35.
Dish Table Spread
A table set with various dishes including roasted chicken, tofu in sauce, stir-fried vegetables, and rice with toppings. Hands are visible near the dishes, suggesting a dining setting.
Sautéed Tofu with Green Onions
A close-up of a clay pot dish featuring four pieces of tofu sautéed in a glossy, reddish-brown sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and served with a metal spoon.
Sausage Fried Rice in Clay Pot
A close-up shot of a clay pot filled with fried rice mixed with sliced sausages, green onions, and visible oil sheen.
Cantonese Claypot Food
Close-up of two claypot dishes on a table. The foreground dish contains glass noodles with shrimp, vegetables, and herbs in a savory sauce. Behind it is another claypot containing what appears to be braised chicken or pork with yellowish sauce. Both pots are brown ceramic with handles. A small red bowl is partially visible on the right edge.
Braised Pork with Preserved Vegetables in Clay Pot
A close-up shot of a clay pot dish featuring braised pork belly slices layered over dark preserved vegetables, garnished with chopped green onions. The glossy sauce coats the meat and filling. In the background, another bowl containing rice or similar side dish is partially visible on a white table surface.
Cantonese-style food spread
A close-up of a plate with glazed chicken pieces garnished with pineapple, strawberry slices, and blueberries. In the background, there are clay pots containing other dishes, likely part of a Chinese or Cantonese meal setting.
Stir-fried Chicken with Sesame and Green Onions
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with stir-fried chicken pieces coated in a glossy brown sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. In the background, there is a white teapot on a saucer and some red bowls stacked together.
Stir-fried scallops with green onions
A close-up shot of a brown ceramic bowl filled with glossy, golden-brown stir-fried scallops garnished with chopped green onions and possibly chili flakes or sesame seeds. The dish appears to be served in a restaurant setting, with part of another dish visible in the background.
Fried Dish with Sauce and Garnish
A close-up of a fried dish served in a metal bowl, topped with a glossy red sauce, sliced onions, green chili peppers, and chopped green onions as garnish.
Sanook Kitchen Interior
Interior of Sanook Kitchen restaurant featuring wooden ceiling beams, pendant lighting with woven shades, and a wall adorned with framed black-and-white photos. Tables are set with menus and cutlery.
Stir-fried Glass Noodles with Vegetables in Clay Pot
A close-up shot of a clay pot filled with stir-fried glass noodles mixed with shredded cabbage, carrots, green onions, and possibly minced meat or tofu. The dish appears to be freshly cooked and served hot.
Sautéed Pork Belly with Garlic and Green Onions
A close-up shot of a clay pot dish featuring glossy, caramelized pork belly strips sautéed in a savory sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and minced garlic.
Bowl of noodles with minced meat and green onions
A close-up photo of a bowl of plain white noodles topped with minced meat, crushed peanuts, and chopped green onions on a marble table.
Cauliflower Dish in Clay Pot
A close-up of a clay pot filled with roasted cauliflower, peanuts, and green onions, placed on a wooden stand. In the background, there is a bowl of noodles topped with minced meat and green garnish.
Steaming Chicken Dish in Clay Pot
A close-up of a steaming clay pot containing sliced cooked chicken with visible steam rising, placed on a dark textured surface.
Dining Table with Menu and Utensils
A close-up of a dining table featuring two menus, one open showing various dishes and another promoting Hakka Salt-Baked Chicken. A hand rests near the menu, alongside plates with bowls, chopsticks, and a cup.
Cantonese Salt-Baked Chicken Pot
A close-up of a clay pot covered with a red cloth labeled 'Guangdong Non-Salt Baked Chicken' and 'Ker', featuring a glossy lid knob. In the background, another similar pot and packaged green vegetables are visible on a stainless steel counter.
Pot of Egg Dumplings Soup
A close-up shot of a clay pot filled with golden-brown egg dumplings floating in a light broth, garnished with chopped green onions.
Hakka Salt-Baked Chicken Advertisement
A digital display board showcasing Hakka Salt-Baked Chicken, labeled as 'Intangible Cultural Heritage'. The image features a close-up of the dish in a clay pot with visible pricing: $18.8 per half chicken and $37.6 per whole chicken. Additional badges highlight it as a must-order item, heritage food, and baked on-site.
Cantonese Dim Sum Feast
A close-up of a bamboo steamer basket containing four green, round dumplings (likely youtiao or similar) resting on banana leaves. In the background, there are other dishes including a clay pot with yellow food and another dish with red sauce topped with green garnish. A person in a pink shirt is visible at the table.
Roast Duck and Pork Belly in Clay Pot
A clay pot dish featuring roasted duck pieces with crispy skin, garnished with orange zest, alongside slices of glazed pork belly with visible layers of fat and meat.
Bowl of Soup with Meat and Greens
A white ceramic bowl filled with a clear broth, chunks of meat, and green onions garnish. The soup is served on a wooden coaster.
Sautéed Rice with Bacon
A close-up of a clay pot filled with sautéed rice mixed with pieces of crispy bacon and green onions, placed on a wooden coaster.
Stir-fried Bok Choy with Garlic
A plate of stir-fried bok choy, featuring bright green stems and leaves cooked with visible pieces of garlic. The dish is served on a white plate, likely in a restaurant setting.
Salt Baked Chicken in Clay Pot
A close-up of a clay pot containing salt-baked chicken, with visible text on the pot reading '广东客家非遗盐焗' and 'GUANGDONG ICH kakka salt baked chicken'. In the background, two people are seated at a table, one holding chopsticks.
Hakka Yu Restaurant Interior
Interior view of Hakka Yu restaurant showing chefs in kitchen, dining area with tables and chairs, stroller near entrance, illuminated signage above, and large wok display.
Bowl of Soup on Wooden Stand
A white ceramic bowl filled with a light-colored soup, possibly bone broth or miso soup, sits atop a bamboo stand with Chinese characters engraved around its edge. The background is softly blurred, showing hints of other wooden bowls and plates.
Stir-fried Chinese Greens with Garlic
A close-up photo of a plate of stir-fried greens, likely bok choy or similar leafy vegetable, cooked with garlic pieces and possibly other seasonings. The dish is served in a light-colored ceramic bowl on a white table surface.
Stir-fried Cabbage with Garlic and Chili
A close-up of a dish featuring stir-fried cabbage with visible garlic cloves and red chili pieces, served in a shallow earthenware bowl. In the background, there is another earthenware pot containing what appears to be tofu or similar food items, along with a small bowl of rice and a blue-and-white patterned bowl.
Green Steamed Dumplings in Bamboo Basket
Four glossy green dumplings rest on a banana leaf inside a bamboo steamer basket, likely containing savory fillings such as pork or vegetables.
Stir-fried Bamboo Shoots with Meat and Peppers
A close-up of a bowl containing stir-fried bamboo shoots, sliced meat (possibly pork or chicken), red and green bell peppers, in a light yellow sauce. The dish is served in a black-and-white patterned bowl.
Bowl of Broth with Meat and Side Dishes
A close-up view of a white ceramic bowl filled with clear broth, chunks of meat, and visible bones. To the left, there is a small dish containing chopped green onions and minced garlic or ginger. The bowl rests on a dark wooden surface.
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