Tip Top Curry Puff @ T1 Transit at Terminal 1
Location: 80 Airport Boulevard, #02-K11, Changi Airport, Terminal 1 Departure Transit Lounge West, 819642
Singapore Changi Airport
Legendary handmade curry puffs with golden, flaky pastry at Changi T1 Transit Lounge West.
Legendary handmade curry puffs with golden, flaky pastry at Changi T1 Transit Lounge West.
Tip Top Curry Puff has been a Singapore institution since the 1940s, crafting handmade curry puffs with golden, flaky pastry that have earned a loyal following across generations. At Changi Airport Terminal 1 Departure Transit Lounge West, this beloved outlet ensures that even departing travellers can get their fix of the iconic snack.Each puff is filled with a fragrant curried potato and chicken mixture, wrapped in a shatteringly crisp pastry shell, and fried to order for maximum freshness. Beyond the classic curry puff, the menu offers variations including sardine puffs, otah puffs, and egg puffs, each made with the same dedication to handcrafted quality. The puffs are so popular that many travellers make a special detour through T1 Transit just to pick up a box, and they travel well enough to make excellent gifts for those back home.
For a taste of old Singapore that has stood the test of time, Tip Top Curry Puff at T1 Transit is an essential stop. It is the golden, flaky, curried taste of heritage in every bite.
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Negative Reviews
Isaac Sam
Coffee is strong and good. Don’t try the curry puff cos its skin looks thick. Beehoon was a bit cold but can’t complain much for the price was of good value especially in an airport terminal in Singapore whereby everything else was expensive!
Ken Tan
Haven’t had curry puff for a while and wanted a light snack. Saw TipTop curry puff stall and tried out their flaky puff set. Chicken curry flaky puff tasted ok but will prefer the normal curry puff which contain egg and have a firmer bite. Teh tasted reasonably good.
Positive Reviews
anwer hussain
Halal food Nasi lemak Laksa …
Ayo Cordova
Tip Top at Changi Airport is a great place to enjoy local flavors before a flight. The food is tasty and satisfying, with familiar dishes that are comforting and well prepared. It’s a nice option if you want something more filling than …
Kishor Lal
Great place to grab a quick coffee, tea, or snack inside Terminal 1 transit area at Changi Airport, Singapore. Plenty of tables with a nice view of the aircraft. They sell tasty puffs, local food like nasi lemak, bee hoon, and laksa. Fast …
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Tip Top Curry Puff @ T1 Transit
Food Court Interior with Menu Board
A food court scene showing a staff member behind a counter with POS system and stacked containers. A large menu board displays local dishes including laksa, chicken rice, and other meals with prices. Background shows seating area and outdoor view.
Hand holding a fried pastry in paper wrapper
A hand holds a golden-brown, deep-fried pastry (possibly an empanada or turnover) wrapped in white paper with partial branding visible. Background shows a marble countertop and planter box with green plants.
Airport Food Tray with Coca-Cola and TIE TOF Meal
A tray containing a red can of Coca-Cola, a branded paper cup from TIE TOF, a box meal with fried items and rice, cutlery, and napkins. The background shows an airport tarmac through large windows.
Tip Top Puffs and Tea
A close-up of a golden-brown puff pastry in its wrapper next to a cup of tea with 'TIP TOP HANDMADE PUFFS' branding on the cup, placed on a marble table.
Tip Top Food Box and Coffee Cup
A close-up photo of a food box containing fried chicken, noodles, and vegetables, alongside a cup of coffee with 'TIP TOP HANDMADE PUFFS' branding.
The Puff Factory Food Stall
A food stall in an indoor mall setting, featuring a variety of pastries and snacks displayed behind glass counters. The stall has wooden beams above and promotional posters on the walls. Staff members are visible preparing food.
Coffee and Pastry
A cup of coffee with foam and a golden-brown pastry in a paper bag, placed on a marble surface.
Airport Terminal Interior
A busy airport terminal area with a patterned carpet, escalators leading to an upper level, and various food outlets. People are standing in line at counters, while others wait near seating areas. A digital display board is visible on the right side.
Tiptop Food Stall Interior View
Interior view of a food stall named Tiptop, featuring menu boards displaying items like curry puffs and flaky pastries. The stall has decorative patterns on its lower section and a 'Pick Up Here' sign above the counter.
Food Spread with Curry Noodles and Fish Balls
A table setting featuring a bowl of spicy curry noodles topped with a soft-boiled egg, skewers of fish balls, a carton of Hydro Coco coconut water, a cup of coffee in a branded cup, and breadsticks wrapped in brown paper.
Handheld Food Item in Packaging
A close-up photo of a hand holding a partially eaten, golden-brown fried pastry with a crumbly filling inside a white paper container. The background shows part of the packaging which reads 'TOP HANDMADE PUFFS' and includes 'EST. 1979'. The lighting is bright, suggesting an indoor or well-lit environment.
Shopping Mall Interior
A spacious indoor mall area with blue patterned carpeting, white chairs, and a textured ceiling. Visible elements include a fire hose cabinet, hanging greenery, and various storefronts in the background. A person sits at a table on the left, while others walk or stand near shop entrances. Signage includes 'EXPLORE FRESHNESS TODAY' and partial store names like 'WING'. No menus are visible.
Food Court Interior Display
Interior view of a food court or airport dining area featuring multiple vendor stalls under a high ceiling with exposed beams and hanging greenery. Prominent yellow signage includes 'PONTIAN' and 'TIPTOP'. A brightly lit kiosk in the foreground displays packaged snacks, including 'Salted Egg Snacks' and 'Gourmet Salt & Egg', arranged on illuminated shelves. Background shows other food counters with staff and customers visible through glass windows.
Airport Terminal View
A person stands in an airport terminal, looking out through large windows at the tarmac where several airplanes are parked. Ground support equipment and cargo containers are visible near the aircraft.
Tiptop Food Stall Interior View
A food stall named Tiptop inside a modern building, likely an airport or mall. The stall features a glass display case filled with various baked goods and snacks. Staff members are visible behind the counter, attending to customers. A red rope barrier separates the queue area from the service counter. The interior has a contemporary design with wooden beams and large windows allowing natural light.
Food and Drink on Tray
A close-up photo of a meal served in a branded paper container labeled 'TIE TOP' with noodles, fried items, and sauce, alongside a matching coffee cup on a blue tray.
Fried Food Display
A food stall display featuring various fried items including chicken, fish balls, and skewers. A person in gloves is preparing food behind the counter.
Pastry Display Case
A glass display case filled with various pastries, including flaky chicken and beef rendang pies, with price tags visible.
Fried Rice Bowl with Fried Egg and Meat
A close-up of a rice bowl containing fried chicken, fried egg, beans, and vegetables on a black tray.
Tasty Snacks in a Cup Menu Display
A promotional menu board featuring two snack items: Crispy Chicken (150g/cup) priced at RM4.60 and Seafood Wanton (5pcs) priced at RM3.50. The display includes images of the snacks, descriptive text highlighting their features, and social media handles for TiTopCurryPuff. Background shows water bottles and part of an indoor setting.
Airport Meal with View of TAP Air Portugal Plane
A tray meal at an airport terminal featuring rice, fried items, and a green can next to a branded cup. Outside the window, a TAP Air Portugal plane is parked on the tarmac.
Restaurant Menu Display
A close-up of a restaurant menu featuring 'Local Delights' and 'Laksa Nostalgia' sections, with items like Curry Chicken, Sardine, Nonya Beef Rendang, Flaky Puffs, and various beverages. A payment terminal is visible on the right side.
Food Display Counter
A food stall display featuring trays of assorted pastries and snacks, including meatballs on skewers, various types of pies or turnovers, and fried items in a basket. Price tags are visible at the bottom with images of products.
Flaky Pastries Display
A display case filled with various flaky pastries, including Flaky Curry Chicken priced at 2.70, Flakiy Rendang at 3.80, and Flaky Tuna at 3.90. The pastries are neatly arranged on shelves within a glass enclosure.
Food Court Interior
Interior view of a food court with multiple stalls, including 'TIP TOP' and 'KILLINEY'. Staff in red uniforms are visible at counters. Orange chairs and tables are arranged on patterned carpeting. Monitors display information near the entrance.
Sharing Platter Menu Card
A printed menu card featuring a 'Sharing Platter' from Tip Top, showcasing five types of fried snacks including spring rolls and curry chicken puffs.
Fried Noodles with Egg
A close-up of a white takeout container filled with stir-fried noodles, topped with a sunny-side-up egg and garnished with green onions. A white plastic spoon rests in the dish.
Flaky Puff Breakfast Set Menu
A digital menu board displaying an all-day flaky puff breakfast set, featuring curry puffs and flaky puffs with options like chicken, sardine, beef, and rendang. The menu includes prices and a note about additional drink costs.
Fried Chicken Noodle Bowl
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Tip Top Coffee Cup
A close-up of a paper cup filled with coffee, placed on a light-colored table. The cup has 'TIP TOP' and 'HANDMADE PUFFS' printed on it.
Tip Top Handmade Puffs
A hand holding a partially eaten fried pastry, likely a beef rendang puffed pastry, from a branded paper bag labeled 'TIP TOP HANDMADE PUFFS EST. 1979'. A cup with festive design is visible in the background on a marble countertop.
Tiptop Food Stall Interior View
A food stall with a 'TIPTOP' sign above, displaying various snacks and pastries behind glass counters. Staff in black uniforms are visible inside the stall.
Noodle Meal with Fried Egg and Sauce
A tray containing a white rectangular container filled with stir-fried noodles, topped with a sunny-side-up fried egg garnished with green onions. A portion of dark brown sauce is visible on the side. Chopsticks rest across the top. In the background, there is a paper cup holding a blue liquid (possibly tea or soda) and a small black bowl with a green spoon handle.
Airport Coffee View
A cup of coffee from 'The Roast' sits on a table near an airport window, with Scoot aircraft visible in the background.
Fried Food Display Counter
A glass display case filled with various fried foods including chicken wings, fish balls, and other snacks. Above the counter are promotional posters advertising items like crispy chicken, flaky puff breakfast set, and salted egg potato chips.
Food Display Counter with Menu Board
A food service counter featuring a glass display case containing cooked rice dishes, including fried chicken and other local delicacies. Above the display is a yellow menu board listing various items like 'Laksa Nostalgia', 'Fried Sea Bream', and 'Chicken Rice Bowl'. The menu includes prices in RM and mentions corporate orders via QR code.
Tip Top Food Stall
A food stall with a bright yellow 'TIP TOP' sign above the counter. The menu board displays beverages, curry puffs, and local delights like fried chicken and rice. Staff are visible behind the glass counter preparing food.
Food and Beverage Signage
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Food Display Menu Board
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Food Menu Display Board
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Ramen and Coffee
A bowl of spicy ramen with a soft-boiled egg, garnished with green herbs, sits next to a takeaway coffee cup on a red checkered tray.
Food Stall Display
A variety of fried food items displayed on skewers and trays, including fish balls, cheese balls, cutlet balls, and other snacks. Price tags are visible above the display.
Tip Top Handmade Puffs Coffee Cup
A close-up photo of a paper cup filled with light brown coffee, sitting on a white marble table. The cup has 'TIP TOP HANDMADE PUFFS' printed on it along with social media handles and website URL.
Food Stall Display
A food stall with a variety of snacks and drinks displayed in glass cases, featuring menus and promotional posters.
Restaurant Counter Display
A food service counter with illuminated menu boards displaying dishes like Laksa Nostalgia and Fried Bee Moon, set in a modern indoor dining area.
Jamie Oliver Food Stall
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Tip Top Handmade Puffs Meal
A meal set from Tip Top Handmade Puffs, featuring a box with fried items, skewered meatballs, rice, egg yolk, and cucumber slices. Accompanied by a paper cup labeled 'Tip Top' and a can of Coca-Cola Original Taste Less Sugar.
Airport Lounge Interior
A modern airport lounge with high ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a casual dining area. Patrons are seated at bar-style tables, some working on laptops or reading. Staff members in yellow shirts attend to guests. Greenery is visible through glass partitions, adding a natural touch. The space features blue patterned carpeting and light wood accents.
Food Display Counter with Menu Board
A food stall display featuring skewered items like fish balls and fried snacks in glass cases, with a menu board above listing local dishes and beverages.
Tip Top Food Stall Interior
Interior view of a food stall named 'TIP TOP' with illuminated signage above. Three large digital screens display menu items including beverages, curry puffs, and local delights. Customers are standing at the counter interacting with staff. The environment appears to be an airport or transit hub dining area.
Food Stall Display
A food stall display featuring various fried snacks and pastries, including curry puffs and other savory items. The stall has a menu board above the counter listing prices and descriptions of the products. A sign at the bottom reads 'THE PUFF FACTORY SINCE 1979' with Chinese characters below it.
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