Ajumma's Korean Restaurant at Westgate represents the newest addition to this beloved fast-casual Korean dining chain that has been serving authentic Korean comfort food to Singapore since 2014. Established from a genuine love of hearty market and street food from Korea, Ajumma's embodies the vibrant, intense flavors that define Korean cuisine through their carefully crafted menu of piping hot stews, wok-seared bulgogis, and crispy, savory pancakes. The restaurant's name pays homage to the Korean term 'ajumma,' referring to the warm, nurturing women who often run Korea's best local eateries.
The menu showcases Korean favorites designed to satisfy both newcomers and connoisseurs of Korean cuisine, with their star attraction being the Signature Beef Kalbi ($16.90++) featuring slices of USDA prime beef stewed in their signature sweet-savory house marinade. Other popular dishes include Chicken Bulgogi, traditional Bibimbap, Kimchi Fried Rice with Shrimp & Egg, classic Jjajangmyeon, Japchae noodles, hearty Kimchi Pork Belly Stew, and comforting Seafood Beanpaste Stew. Each dish is prepared with authentic ingredients and traditional cooking methods that capture the essence of Korean home cooking.
Located at 3 Gateway Drive #01-07, Ajumma's Westgate opened in July 2023 and operates daily from 11:00 AM to 9:15 PM, making it easily accessible for lunch and dinner. As one of five Ajumma's locations across Singapore (including Funan Mall, PLQ Mall, Waterway Point, and Bukit Panjang Plaza), this outlet maintains the chain's reputation for offering homely Korean dishes that don't break the bank. The restaurant has built a loyal following by providing wallet-friendly prices without compromising on authenticity, making Korean cuisine accessible to Singapore's diverse dining community.
2nd time here. I remembered it taste better on my 1st trip. This time not what I am expecting.
2) oyster pancake, tasted too oily, more like deep fried than pan fried. Don’t seems to be eating pancake, more like eating deep vege instead, not nice.
2) Jjangmyeon, the sauce just average.
3) Bibimbap, as I don’t taste spicy food, did not mix the save given, hence too dry for me.
4) Had make payment immediately after ordering. other than the food serve to me, I don’t get other service, I don’t understand why I need to pay 10% for the service charges. Will not come again.
Makan Makan
2nd time here. I remembered it tasted better on my 1st trip. This time, not what I was expecting.
2. Oyster pancake: tasted too oily, more like deep-fried than pan-fried. It didn't seem like I was eating pancake, more like eating deep-fried vegetables instead. Not nice.
3. Jjangmyeon: The sauce was just average.
4. Bibimbap: As I don't eat spicy food, I did not mix the sauce given, hence, it was too dry for me.
I had to make payment immediately after ordering. Other than the food served to me, I didn't receive any other service. I don't understand why I needed to pay 10% for service charges. Will not come again.
Positive Reviews
Melvin Tan
I love the food at Ajummas! Been here many times and it never disappoints. Everything is super tasty and comforting – feels like a warm home-cooked meal every time.
Will definitely keep coming back for more!
Only small feedback: the membership portal could be a bit smoother, but honestly, the food makes up for everything. 😋
Wonder Blah
Auntie Lisa gave us very good service and was very polite in serving us. She was clear in telling us PayNow was not available, and her cordial smile made our meals so enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Richard Lau
Must try their legendary teobokki with fried chicken combo! That is super amazing! They have two flavour, one is soy, another one is spicy. I love the soy version! The best part for this dish is the chewy rice cake is fried at outer layer, which makes the outside is so crispy! Amazing texture. For the three layer pork, if you are the one who like thick pork, then you will definitely like this. They cut it so thick, and it will be very satisfying to have it with Korean sauce, and omelette rice!
XiNERGY LiN
Despite the large crowd and long queue, the staff remained exceptionally friendly and helpful, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and affordable, with generous portions that offered great value. Rather limited seats available, more suited for 2 to 4 pax groups.
The pollock soup was particularly noteworthy—fragrant and deeply satisfying, especially when enjoyed piping hot.
Xin Rui Lin
Despite the large crowd and long queue, the staff remained exceptionally friendly and helpful, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and affordable, with generous portions that offered great value. Seating was rather limited, making it more suitable for groups of 2 to 4 people.
The pollock soup was particularly noteworthy—fragrant and deeply satisfying, especially when enjoyed piping hot.
Ricky Lau
Must try their legendary tteokbokki with fried chicken combo! It's super amazing! They have two flavors: soy and spicy. I love the soy version! The best part of this dish is the chewy rice cake, which is fried on the outer layer, making the outside so crispy! Amazing texture. For the three-layer pork, if you are the one who likes thick pork, then you will definitely like this. They cut it so thick, and it's very satisfying to have with Korean sauce and omelette rice!
Wonder Blair
Auntie Lisa gave us very good service and was very polite. She clearly informed us PayNow was not available, and her cordial smile made our meals so enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Mervin Tan
I love the food at Ajummas! I've been here many times, and it never disappoints. Everything is super tasty and comforting – it feels like a warm home-cooked meal every time.
I will definitely keep coming back for more!
My only small feedback is: the membership portal could be a bit smoother, but honestly, the food makes up for everything. 😋
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Our Menu
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Noodles
JJAJANGMYEON (짜장면)
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A classic Korean noodle dish with chewy noodles smothered in a rich, savory black bean sauce, often containing diced pork and vegetables. Served with 4 side dishes.
Noodles & Soup
ODENG & LAVA EGG KKAL GUKSU WITH DASHI
$14.90
Handmade guksu noodles in a superior dashi, with fish cakes and lava egg. Served with 4 side dishes.
CRISPY SAMGYEOP KKAL GUKSU WITH BONE BROTH
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Handmade guksu noodles in a rich pork bone broth, with crispy pork belly. Served with 4 side dishes.
Rice Dishes
BIBIMBAP (비빔밥)
$12.90
A vibrant bowl of mixed rice with assorted seasoned vegetables, meat (often beef), and a fried egg. Served with 4 side dishes.
KIMCHI FRIED RICE (김치 볶음밥)
$13.90
Charred kimchi, prawns and roasted perilla seaweed, topped with fried egg. Served with 4 side dishes.
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Rice & Noodles
JAJANGMYEON
Ajumma's jajangmyeon with homemade black bean sauce, topped with cucumber and egg. Served with 4 side dishes.
ODENG & LAVA EGG KKAL GUKSU WITH DASHI
BIBIMBAP
$12.90
Marinated assorted vegetables with minced meat and a fried egg over rice. Served with 4 side dishes.
KIMCHI FRIED RICE (김치 볶음밥)
$13.90
Charred kimchi, topped with fried egg, served with 4 side dishes.
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New Year Specials
CLAM KKAL GUKSU
$10.30
A clean, flavourful broth made with dried scallops and pollack, served with springy handmade noodles, Golden Fragrant and Venus clams
OYSTER PANCAKE
$15.90
Crisp Pancake with Juicy, plump oysters and chives, Paired with a savoury soy dip
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Main Dishes
JAPCHAE
$13.90
A stir-fry of seasoned and fresh vegetables, Bulgogi and glass noodles tossed in a homemade savoury sauce. Finished with egg white & yolk crepes, sesame oil and served with 4 refillable side dishes. (Contains Beef)
SOY GARLIC FRIED CHICKEN WITH CRISPY TOPPOKI
$11.50
Crispy toppoki and golden fried chicken in a luscious soy garlic glaze, and fried peanuts for that added nuttiness!
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Stews
SUNDUBU JJIGAE
$15.90
Piping hot tofu and clams stewed in a rich and spicy broth. Served with delicious sundubu, clams, vegetables, and egg. Served with rice and 4 side dishes.
KIMCHI PORK STEW
$15.90
Kimchi, tender pork, tofu in a rich pork broth. Simple yet heartwarming. Served with rice and 4 side dishes.
BULGOGI STEW
$15.90
Beef Bulgogi, vegetables. Served with Dangmyeon (glass noodles) and 4 side dishes.
GINSENG CHICKEN STEW
$20.90
Whole spring chicken in ginseng & jujube broth. Served with rice and 4 side dishes.
CRAB & SEAFOOD JJAMPONG
$19.90
A creamy seafood stew with charred and toasted seafood aromas that will leave you wanting more! Served with noodles and 4 side dishes.
ARMY BASE STEW
$15.90
An all time favourite, our Army Base Stew is made with real American SPAM, sausages, kimchi and topped with noodles, melted cheese and beans. Served with noodles and 4 side dishes.
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Noodles
SPICY RAMYEON
$10.50
For daredevils with an appetite for spice, Samyang's fiery noodles come with Arabiki sausage, fried egg, roasted seaweed, and cucumbers to cool the heat. Be warned, the heat is real! Served with 4 side dishes. (불닭볶음면)
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Desserts & Snacks
CHAPSSAL RED BEAN DONUT WITH VANILLA ICE-CREAM & PINE NUTS (5PCS)
$9.90
Sweet red bean puree wrapped in crisp, pillowy donut skin with cinnamon sugar. This popular snack is served at Ajumma's with Vanilla Ice-cream and Pine nuts.
OMIJE HWACHAE
$9.60
A refreshing punch bowl with Korean Omija, a raspberry & currant-like berry. Sliced Korean pears and strawberries add a light sweetness and served with home made jelly & pine nuts.
HOTTEOK (2 PIECES)
$4.90
Drinks
OMIJA FIZZ
$6.90
Korean Omija, Blueberries, fresh mint & sparkling water
JUJUBE TEA MACCHIATO
$6.90
A delicious cold tea made from honey and Korean Jujube (Red dates). Topped with macchiato foam and roasted cinnamon.
PLIME FIZZ
$6.50
Maesil (Korean Plums), lime & sparkling water
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Drinks
GRAPE JUICE
$2.90
PEAR JUICE
$2.90
SHIK HYE
$2.90
Sweet Rice Punch
COCA-COLA
$2.90
AYALAKA
DEMISODA PEACH/APPLE
$3.50
YUJACHA
$2.90
Hot/Cold
BROWN RICE GREEN TEA
$2.90
Hot/Cold, Complimentary 1 re-fill
Alcohol
YAKULT SOJU
$8.90
MAKKOLI
$15.90
NOT AVAILABLE
HITE BEER
$12.90
SOJU (BOTTLE)
$17.90
Add on
WHITE RICE
$3.00
FRIED EGG
$3.00
LAVA EGG
$3.00
Half-boiled egg
JAPGOKBAP
$3.90
Multigrain Rice
CRISPY SAMGYEOPSAL
5 slices, Limited Portions Daily
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Street Food
KIMCHI PANCAKE
$9.90
TRADITIONAL JANGTTEOK SEAFOOD PANCAKE
$15.90
Our traditional style seafood pancake blends, giving it a savoury and earthy flavour.
Steamed Dishes
FLUFFY STEAMED EGGS
$6.90
Luscious eggs topped with roasted sesame oil. An all-time favourite!
Dumplings
PORK & CHIVE DUMPLINGS OR PORK & KIMCHI DUMPLINGS
$7.50
5 pieces
Fried Chicken & Toppoki
FRIED CHICKEN & CRISPY TOPPOKI WITH SWEET-SPICY SAUCE
$11.50
Crispy toppoki and crunchy boneless fried chicken coated in a tantalising sweet-spicy and nutty sauce. Perfect with an ice-cold beer! (Beer sold separately)
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New Year New Flavours
CLAM KKAL GUKSU
$18.30
A clean, flavourful broth made with dried handmade noodles, Golden Fragrant and Venus clams.
OYSTER PANCAKE
$15.90
Crisp Pancake with Juicy, plump oysters and chives, Paired with a savoury soy dip.
New Additions
JAPCHAE
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Seasoned and fresh vegetables with glass noodles, served with savoury sauce, finished with side dishes.
SOY GARLIC FRIED CHICKEN WITH CRISPY TOPPOKI
$18.80
Crispy tteokbokki and golden fried chicken with a soy garlic glaze, and fried peanuts for that added nutty flavour.
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Rice & Noodles
JJAJANGMYEON
$12.90
Ajummas Jjajangmyeon with chunks of pork with fermented black hand-made noodles. Served with 4 side dishes.
ODENG & LAVA EGG KKAL GUKSU WITH DASHI
$14.90
Handmade guksu noodles in a superior dashi, with fish cakes and lava egg. Served with 4 side dishes.
BIBIMBAP
$14.90
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KIMCHI FRIED RICE
$13.90
Spicy and savory fried rice with kimchi, meat, and a fried egg.
SAMGYUPSAL KKAL GUKSU
$14.90
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Street Food
KIMCHI PANCAKE
$15.90
TRADITIONAL JANGTTEOK SEAFOOD PANCAKE
$15.90
Our treat with a unique texture and flavour, made with fresh seafood and vegetables.
Popular Dishes
FLUFFY STEAMED EGGS
$6.90
Luscious eggs topped with roasted sesame oil. An all-time favourite!
PORK & CHIVE DUMPLINGS OR PORK & KIMCHI DUMPLINGS
$7.50
(5 pieces)
FRIED CHICKEN & CRISPY TOPPOKI WITH SWEET-SPICY SAUCE
$11.50
Crispy toppoki and crunchy boneless fried chicken coated in a tantalizing sweet-spicy and nutty sauce. Perfect with an ice-cold beer! (Beer sold separately)