Dian Xiao Er

One of my favourite Chinese restaurants in Singapore. I’ve dined at Dian Xiao Er a few times and the food standard has always been consistent. The Duck Roasted with Angelica Herb is a must-order — tender, flavourful and coated in their signature herbal sauce that’s aromatic and well-balanced. It’s the dish we always come back for. We also enjoyed the Signature Wheatgrass Tofu with Seafood, which was silky smooth and light yet savoury. The Home-Cooked Chicken in Chinese Wine was comforting and fragrant, while the Steamed Fish Slices with Soy Sauce were simple but very well executed. The Lotus Root Soup with Pork Ribs and Peanut was nourishing and hearty — a comforting way to complete the meal. The restaurant was a little stuffy during our visit, but overall the food quality and flavours made up for it. Still a great spot for family gatherings and cosy dinners. Will be back again.

I have been a Dian Xiao Er Emerald Member for around $10 a year, and I can enjoy one drink each time I visit. Normal member was free to sign up, and encourage to sign up. Especially since they have changed their menu and members can now enjoy special member prices vs non-member. This time, I purchased a $9 voucher for a small portion of duck, which is about one-quarter of a whole duck. UP about $18+, 50% off! It was definitely a very good deal! Their Angelica Herbal Roast Duck is super good and remains my favourite dish. It is a must-order whenever I dine here. I also like their Baby Kai Lan with Salted Fish and Lime, which is refreshing and goes well with the other dishes. If you are celebrating a birthday, they will also provide a small 寿桃 (longevity bun). However, you need to request it from the service staff.

Angelica Roasted Duck: A must-order signature dish! The herbal aroma is strong but not overpowering, the skin is crispy, and the meat is tender and juicy. Dipping it in the sweet and sour sauce is like opening a new world of flavor – refreshing and enhancing the taste. No wonder it's a king that has sold over 9 million servings! Iberian Char Siu: Made with black pork, it's very flavorful with plenty of fat. The Hong Kong style is savory with a hint of fermented bean curd. The fat-to-lean ratio is perfect, and it's tender and juicy. Salted Egg Shrimp Balls (Golden Sand Shrimp Balls): A salted egg yolk lover's delight! Coated in a savory golden sand sauce, the shrimp meat is bouncy, but a little oily. Recommended to eat it while it's hot. Pork Rib, Lotus Root, and Peanut Soup (Daily Soup): Definitely worth praising! Even a bowl of daily soup is so substantial. The lotus root is stewed until soft and tender, and the pork ribs are flavorful. A truly hearty soup! Our group of 11 ate for 240 Singapore dollars, which is about 20-30 Singapore dollars per person. It's reasonable, and I would definitely bring my family back.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ​A feast for the senses at Dian Xiao Er (JEM)! ​Had an incredible meal with family at the JEM branch recently! As always, the food standard here is top-tier. ​Herbal Roasted Duck: Perfectly crispy skin with tender, flavorful meat soaking in that rich signature herbal gravy. Absolute must-order! ​Char Siu: Thickly sliced, wonderfully caramelized with a glossy glaze, and melts in your mouth with a great balance of sweet and savory. ​Claypot Prawns with Vermicelli: The prawns were fresh, sweet, and plump, and the vermicelli absorbed all the rich, savory broth. ​Other Highlights: The tofu, salted egg dish, and vegetable spreads rounded out the meal perfectly. ​Great food, fast service, and a cozy atmosphere for family gatherings. Will definitely be back again!

Came for dinner, quite early so we still got table right away, but not long after, it was quite busy already with people having their dinner. We ordered small portion of Duck Roasted with Angelica Herb, Fish & Pickled Mustard in Golden Spicy Broth, and Lotus Roots, Sweet Pea, Water Chestnut with Macadamia Nuts for the two of us share. The Roasted Duck with Angelica Herbs was quite nice and goes well with the chilli sauce. But the meat still a little tough to my liking, it would be great if it’s cooked a little longer to be a bit more tender. But it’s a personal preference anyway. Sliced Fish with Pickled Mustard in Golden Spicy Broth was tasty and flavourful. Fish was soft and tender, broth was nice, spicy and numbing. And the Stir Fried Lotus Roots, Sweet Pea, Water Chestnut with Macadamia Nuts was okay. Vegetables were crunchy, macadamia nuts was good, and quite strong wok hei taste but a bit oily though. Overall food was good and enjoyable, although it’s a little bit pricey for the portion. Service was quick, atmosphere is good.

Hi, I like to Compliment Dian Xiao Er in Jem Outlet, Ms Zheng Fang Mei who help us, as my mum is in Wheelchair, she let us have a bigger space for my mum to sit very comfortably. Ms Zheng also house is to ordered the dishes

Had a great dining experience at 店小二! The food was delicious, with generous portions and authentic flavours. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout the meal. The atmosphere was cosy and perfect for a family dinner or gathering with friends. Highly recommend trying their signature dishes—I’ll definitely be back!

I stopped by Dian Xiao Er at JEM for lunch and ended up really enjoying the set meal. The herbal duck was the standout for me, and it’s the kind of dish that keeps me coming back. I also liked that I managed to catch the promotion before it ended, which made the visit feel even better.