Hugabo — whose name means "Hug in a Bowl" — is a MUIS halal-certified soup specialist that has become one of Singapore's most beloved halal comfort food chains. Founded around 2021 (HUGABO PTE LTD, UEN: 202132588C), this innovative kiosk concept focuses on nutrient-dense, all-natural soup preparations made with zero MSG, zero preservatives, and slow-boiled broths prepared fresh in-house daily. Hugabo's philosophy centres on wholesome, nourishing bowls that deliver both comfort and health, making it a popular choice for office workers, hospital visitors, and families seeking satisfying halal meals.
The menu spans seven distinct soup categories. The Signature Seafood Paofan ($14.80) is Hugabo's #1 bestseller — a rich seafood broth with rice, topped with silky egg floss and crispy rice puffs that create an irresistible textural contrast. Burpple reviewers have called it "sublime" with generous prawns, fish slices, and clams. The Signature Seafood Soup ($13.50) features fresh scallops, prawns, and flower clams in a slow-boiled broth. Fish soup lovers can choose from hand-sliced Batang ($9.50 small, $12.50 value), Toman ($9.40/$12.40), or premium Red Grouper options.
For those who prefer bolder flavours, Hugabo offers Feisty Szechuan Mala soups with beef ($10.80), chicken ($10.80), or seafood ($11.50), plus a dry Mala Xiang Guo ($4.80). The Szechuan Classics feature Sauerkraut Fish Soup ($9.40) and Beef Soup ($10.80). The Authentic Sweet and Sour Tom Yum comes with chicken ($10.80) or seafood ($11.50). Rounding out the menu are the Farmer's Tangy Tomato Soup and the Nourishing Superior Chicken Broth, including a Cordyceps Flower Chicken Soup ($6.90) for those seeking traditional nourishment. Add-ons like La Mian ($1.20), rice, and napa cabbage let diners customise their bowls.
Hugabo currently operates six outlets across Singapore: One@KentRidge NUH (#01-25, Mon-Fri 10:30am-8:30pm, Sat-Sun 10:30am-6:30pm), Causeway Point (#B1-K11, daily 10:30am-8:30pm), Sun Plaza (#01-27A, daily 10:30am-8:30pm), White Sands Pasir Ris (#B1-07, takeaway only), Guoco Tower Tanjong Pagar (#B1-21), and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (#02 Tower A). Delivery is available on Foodpanda and Deliveroo. Hugabo's combination of healthy, MSG-free soups with bold flavours and generous ingredients has earned it consistent 4.5+ ratings across review platforms.