Update 19 Jan 2025: Bing Tang Tang Shui has closed.

Fancied visiting your parents’ office when you were a child? Here’s one office you’ll be glad to visit over and over, whether you’re an adolescent or a working adult. 

Bing Tang Tang Shui 冰糖糖水办公室 – which stands for Rock Sugar Office in Chinese, is a fully-themed cafe that styles itself as an office from the 80s, from its traditional desserts, all-out decor, and even a neat little backstory of fictional characters. 

The story goes that Boss Kok Wah, the head of a sugar distribution company, dreamt up a dessert haven using his company’s products. The rest is history. 

Tucked a bus ride away from Lentor MRT, deep in the residential estate of Thomson Hills Drive, Bing Tang Tang Shui is certainly a hidden find, but one that is worth the journey if you’re looking for an unconventional hangout spot with quality desserts to boot. 

Stepping in, you can tell that Bing Tang Tang Shui spared no expense for attention to detail. Every corner of this quaint space has been fitted to fully re-create the 80s office experience, from the analog radio to the eight-seater private room aptly known as the meeting room. 

The inner office where the “main characters'” desks are situated is where the magic is. Here, you can roleplay and take one of the large “VIP” tables, each fitted with vintage table lamps, and even a telephone. The menu is presented to you as a business proposal complete with a paper folio.

True to its name, Bing Tang Tang Shui’s forte is traditional Chinese desserts. From refreshing and light desserts like sago and cheng teng, to richer treats such as orh nee, each dessert is artfully crafted to order. 

The Tang Yuan ($7 for Classic, $12.50 for Osmanthus Infusion) is the cafe’s hero product. With sesame-filled rice balls nestled atop crushed ice and drizzled with purple goji berry syrup, the Osmanthus Infusion makes for an indulgent upgrade. The trio of tang yuan is soft and chewy, and the osmanthus adds a distinct floral taste to the milky and sweet base. And the crushed ice is especially welcome on a hot day. I did wish that portions were larger considering the price, but this was a winner for me!

Diners who are feeling peckish can take their pick from Bing Tang Tang Shui’s savoury snacks.

There are plenty of options for sharing, such as kueh pie tee and ikan satay. While the Braised Pork Rice ($5.80) is most ideal if you’re looking for something more substantial before dessert. Warm and comforting, it reminds me of dining at my grandparents’ home. Watch out for the chili which packs quite a punch. 

I was quite intrigued to find ginseng on the drinks menu, but hey, why not? The Ginseng Drink ($6.80) is an unsweetened concoction that is great for balancing out all that sugar, and I find it reasonably priced considering you do get a whole ginseng in each bottle. Perfectly fitting for a Chinese-themed cafe. 

It’s nice that places like Bing Tang Tang Shui going the extra mile with incorporating uncommon themes and elements to create truly unique experiences. I wholeheartedly recommend a visit if you’re a fan of traditional Chinese fare! 

Address: 15 Thomson Hills Drive, Singapore 574759
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Nearest MRT: Lentor TE5
Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 4.30pm – 1.30am
Friday and Saturday: 12.30pm – 1.30am
Sunday: 12.30pm – 12am 

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