Bengawan Solo at Bugis Junction continues the beloved tradition of Singapore's homegrown bakery that has been delighting customers with authentic Indonesian and Peranakan delicacies since 1979. Located at #B1-03A in the basement level, this outlet represents the legacy of founder Tjendri Anastasia, whose passion for traditional cakes and kuehs transformed from family recipes shared among friends into Singapore's most recognized traditional bakery chain, earning recognition from CNN which declared their Pandan Chiffon Cake as Singapore's National Cake in 2017.
The bakery specializes in handcrafted traditional treats including the signature Pandan Chiffon Cake, Lapis Sagu, Kueh Lapis, Pineapple Tarts, Ondeh Ondeh, Kueh Dadar, and Kueh Salat, all prepared using traditional production methods and only the finest quality ingredients without preservatives. Despite centralized kitchen operations, many products remain handmade or hand-finished to maintain the authenticity and exacting standards that have made Bengawan Solo synonymous with premium traditional confectionery, preserving cultural heritage through time-honored recipes and techniques.
As part of Singapore's largest traditional bakery network with 38 outlets serving over 400 employees, Bengawan Solo Bugis Junction offers convenient access to these cherished treats for both nostalgic locals and curious visitors exploring authentic Singaporean flavors. The basement location provides easy access for shoppers seeking traditional gifts, festive treats, or simply indulging in the comforting tastes that have defined Singapore's multicultural culinary heritage, ensuring these treasured recipes continue to bring families and communities together through the universal language of exceptional traditional baking.
Based on 29 reviews
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V Heng
Used to love their Kueh Dar dar looks nice on the outside, but when eaten, its burnt smell. They hide all the burnt kueh inside the dar dar. $1.90 for such a shortcut quality. Disappointing.
Lily Xing
Terrible customer service. Even though there weren't any other customers around, the lady staff completely ignored me. I had to call her a few times just to get her attention. And then, when I finally placed my order, she didn't even respond. I don't even know if she understood what I was saying. The whole time, she didn't even say a word to me, making me feel like I was the one who was supposed to be serving her instead. I even said thank you when she gave me my cake, but still no response from her. I'm not going back there again, no matter how good their cake is.
K K
Inflation is real. $1.90 for a slice of pandan cake, it doesn't even equate to being a slice as it's too pathetically small. It's like a half eaten slice and cut further into another half.
Nelly Chan
Bought my favourite kueh bangkit and peanut Kok chai. Very disappointed the quality of both. Powdery pastry + powdery peanut, lost the peanut characteristics, no peanut fragrance. The bangkit is sweet and unremarkable, can't compare to neighbourhoods bangkit. Banggawan no longer trade mark for quality. 😭
B R
Rude and unprofessional lady staff. Noticed me and immediately ignored me and turned away to pack. Stood there for over 1 minute. The other woman staff didn’t even turn around and both were too busy chatting over the food.
Kitty Cat
Cake quality has dropped, with the cake being dense, and mangoes not being sweet or flavourful. Edible and acceptable, but why get this when you can buy from the other cake shops within the same price bracket and get nicer and more delightful cakes for around the same price?
GL
Before I made my purchase of yr Signature Pandan cake for my oversea friends to try, I asked do u help to cut and provide plastics bags? Sales said yes.. ok then I go with 2 cakes n requested to cut. When I asked for bags? She said 10cts each so 24pcs cake is $2.40 extra,. Ridiculous and still claim I thought u meant the paper carrier. I m like .. I told u I need give out to friends n eat n try.. else y ask u for something plastics bag?? If I buy keuh, u also gv me a plastics bag to put inside right?? Is juz reflect how the service is and yet carrying a SG signature around to be proud of.
peipei lee
First of all, I am a fan of Bengawan Solo, and I am a regular lover of the walnut cake and the pandan cake. Today, I visited the Bengawan Solo outlet at Bugis Junction and bought a walnut cake and marble cake. When I cut it, I immediately noticed that it was different—it was very dry. When I took a bite, my tongue got hurt due to a tiny stone in the cake. I am very disappointed.
Liling Xing
Terrible customer service. Even though there were no other customers around, the staff member completely ignored me. I had to call her a few times just to get her attention. And then, when I finally placed my order, she didn't even respond. I don't even know if she understood what I was saying. The whole time, she didn't even say a word to me, making me feel like I was the one who was supposed to be serving her. I even said thank you when she gave me my cake, but still no response from her. I'm not going back there again, no matter how good their cake is.
Kai Kai
Inflation is real. $1.90 for a slice of pandan cake, which doesn't even count as a slice because it's too pathetically small. It's like a half-slice, then cut even further in half.
Nellie Chan
Bought my favourite kueh bangkit and peanut Kok chai. Very disappointed with the quality of both. The pastry was powdery, and the peanut was powdery; they lost their peanut characteristics and had no peanut fragrance. The bangkit is sweet and unremarkable, and can't compare to neighbourhood bangkit. Banggawan is no longer a trademark for quality. 😭
Bryan Roy
The staff member was rude and unprofessional. She noticed me, immediately ignored me, and turned away to pack. I stood there for over a minute. The other female staff member didn't even turn around, and both were too busy chatting over the food.
Katie
Cake quality has dropped: the cake is dense, and the mangoes are not sweet or flavourful. Edible and acceptable, but why get this when you can buy from other cake shops within the same price bracket and get nicer, more delightful cakes for the same price?
Glenn
Before I purchased your Signature Pandan cake for my overseas friends to try, I asked if you helped to cut and provide plastic bags. The salesperson said yes. So, I went with two cakes and requested them to be cut. When I asked for the bags, she said they were 10 cents each, meaning 24 pieces of cake would be an extra $2.40. Ridiculous! And she still claimed she thought I meant the paper carrier. I was like, "I told you I needed to give them out to friends to eat and try. Otherwise, why would I ask you for plastic bags?" If I buy kueh, you also give me a plastic bag to put them in, right? This just reflects the service quality, especially for a business carrying a Singaporean signature product that they should be proud of.
Pei Ling Lee
First of all, I am a regular fan of Bengawan Solo, and I particularly love their walnut and pandan cakes. Today, I visited the Bengawan Solo outlet at Bugis Junction and bought a walnut cake and marble cake. When I cut it, I immediately noticed it was different—it was very dry. When I took a bite, my tongue was hurt due to a tiny stone in the cake. I am very disappointed.
Victor Heng
Used to love their Kueh Dar dar. It looks nice on the outside, but when eaten, it has a burnt smell. They hide all the burnt kueh inside the dar dar. $1.90 for such shortcut quality. Disappointing.
Jason Pereira
Went in yesterday and the lady was very nice. My go to whenever I go to Singapore for the pandan cake and kueh lapis and lapis sagu. First time at this location.
Choong Huei Seow
My go to place either for the special occasion cake like Mother's Day today, or for their assortment of nonya kueh.
Phileo Kang
Cakes and Singaporean pastries. The best place to get local/peranakan pastries. There is no seating and no drinks served here. A strong recommendation is the cheese pandan cake! Otherwise, the colorful coconut filled peranakan pastries are always worth the calories.
Azie S
I love most of Bengawan Soolos snacks but my best advice is to stay away from their chocolate cake roll it smells and taste like feet.
Joshua Soo
Nice nyonya kueh and small size good for portion control.
Urs.
The cakes and desserts we bought have always been lovely. Favourite ones remain that pandan flan/custardy desert, with a caramel sauce. Delicious. I can also recommend the Sagu Melaka. Prices are honest and the team always helpful.
Eng Kee Sng
Highly recommended.
Jason Fernandez
I went in yesterday, and the lady was very nice. This is my go-to whenever I go to Singapore for the pandan cake, kueh lapis, and lapis sagu. First time at this location.
Choong Huei Siew
My go-to place, either for the special occasion cake like Mother's Day today, or for their assortment of nonya kueh.
Philo Kang
They offer cakes and Singaporean pastries. It's the best place to get local/Peranakan pastries. There is no seating, and no drinks are served. A strong recommendation is the cheese pandan cake! Additionally, the colorful coconut-filled Peranakan pastries are always worth the calories.
Azie Sim
I love most of Bengawan Soolos's snacks, but my best advice is to stay away from their chocolate cake roll. It smells and tastes like feet.
Joshua Soh
Nice nyonya kueh, and the small size is good for portion control.
Russ
The cakes and desserts we bought have always been lovely. Our favorite remains that pandan flan/custardy **dessert**, with a caramel sauce. Delicious. I can also recommend the Sagu Melaka. Prices are honest, and the team **is** always helpful.
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