Haidilao at Royal Square Novena is offering a $19.90++ Premium Solo Hotpot Set from 4 May to 31 July 2025, including soup base, meat, vegetables, sides, dessert, and a drink — one of the best-value solo dining deals in Singapore right now.
Haidilao's $19.90 Solo Hotpot Deal Is the Affordable Feast You Didn't Know You Needed
Solo hotpot just got a serious upgrade. Haidilao Hot Pot at Royal Square Novena is rolling out a S$19.90++ Premium Solo Hotpot Set from 4 May to 31 July 2025, and if you've ever wanted to go full hotpot mode without wrangling a group of friends into coordinating schedules, this is your moment. The deal is designed specifically for solo diners who still want the full hotpot experience — soup base, meat, vegetables, sides, dessert, and a drink — all without having to split a massive group order or compromise on what goes into the pot.
What's Actually Inside the $19.90 Set?
For under $20 (before service charge and GST), you're getting a surprisingly comprehensive spread. The set includes a choice of soup base — think Haidilao's signature spicy broth or their milder tomato option — along with a portion of meat, a selection of vegetables, sides, a dessert, and a drink. That's a full meal arc from start to finish, which honestly puts a lot of café lunch sets to shame on value alone. The fact that it's structured as a set means there's no awkward à la carte math to do mid-meal.
Haidilao is well known for not cutting corners on quality, even at promotional price points. Their broths are slow-cooked and consistently well-seasoned, and the meat portions tend to be thinly sliced and ready to cook in seconds. For solo diners — whether you're a remote worker taking a proper lunch break, someone who just wants a quiet meal, or a hotpot obsessive who doesn't want to wait for a group — this set hits a genuinely sweet spot between value and variety.
Why the Novena Location Makes Sense for a Solo Meal
Royal Square Novena is a smart pick for this kind of promotion. The mall draws a steady crowd of solo diners — medical professionals from the surrounding hospital cluster, students, and working adults who are already comfortable eating alone in the area. It's a less chaotic environment compared to Haidilao's busier city-centre outlets, which means shorter waits and a more relaxed atmosphere if you're flying solo. The outlet itself is spacious enough that you won't feel like you're crammed into a corner, which matters more than people admit when you're dining alone.
Haidilao as a brand has always leaned into the experience side of hotpot dining — the tableside service, the noodle-pulling performances, the complimentary snacks while you wait. Even for a solo set at this price point, you can expect that same attentive service culture. It's one of the reasons the chain has maintained such a loyal following in Singapore despite being a premium-ish option in a city full of hotpot alternatives.
Haidilao Hot Pot (Royal Square Novena)
📍 101 Irrawaddy Road, #04-08 Royal Square, Singapore 329565
⏰ Daily 11am – 11pm
How Does It Stack Up Against Other Solo Dining Deals in Singapore?
Solo dining deals are still relatively rare in Singapore's hotpot scene, where most restaurants are structured around group bookings and shared pots. A comparable solo hotpot experience at other chains or Japanese shabu-shabu spots can easily run you $30 to $50 once you factor in individual pot surcharges, à la carte protein portions, and drinks. At $19.90++, Haidilao is undercutting a lot of the competition while still offering a branded, full-service experience — that's not nothing.
It's also worth noting that this deal runs for nearly three months, giving you plenty of windows to try it across different occasions. Lunch on a weekday, a quiet dinner before a movie, a post-gym meal — the flexibility of the timeframe makes it easy to work into your routine rather than treating it as a one-off rush.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the $19.90 solo hotpot deal available at all Haidilao outlets in Singapore?
No. Based on available information, this promotion is exclusive to the Haidilao Hot Pot outlet at Royal Square Novena. Check with other outlets directly if you're hoping to redeem it elsewhere.
Does the $19.90 price include GST and service charge?
The deal is priced at S$19.90++, which means GST and service charge are added on top. Your final bill will be higher than $19.90, so budget accordingly.
How long is the solo hotpot promotion running?
The promotion runs from 4 May to 31 July 2025, giving you roughly three months to take advantage of the deal.
Do I need to make a reservation to get the solo hotpot set?
Haidilao generally accepts walk-ins and reservations. Given that solo diners are easier to seat, you may not need a booking, but reserving a table during peak hours is always a smart move to avoid a wait.
What soup bases are available for the solo set?
The exact soup base options within the set haven't been fully detailed publicly, but Haidilao typically offers a range including their famous spicy Sichuan broth, tomato, and mushroom bases. Confirm the available choices with the outlet when you arrive or call ahead.
