My Visit to Big Fish Small Fish Bugis Junction | Menu & Prices
I almost walked right past it.
I was on the fourth floor of Bugis Junction, a little tired and very hungry, when I saw a family at the window sharing a tray of golden fish, a pile of thin potato crisps, and about five little pots of sauce. The kids were dipping everything into everything. The dad was laughing. I stopped walking.
That is how I found Big Fish Small Fish, a fish and chips café that turns a simple British classic into something very Singaporean. Think crispy fish, freshly sliced crisps, and a free-flow sauce bar with cheese, salted egg and curry.
Fish and chips is simple food. But when you can dip a crispy crisp into salted egg sauce, it suddenly feels like home.
It is casual, cheerful and easy. You pick your fish, choose how you want it cooked, grab your sauces, and sit down to a messy, happy meal. And it is halal-certified, so everyone at the table can come along. Here is everything I learned.
About Big Fish Small Fish Bugis
Big Fish Small Fish started in 2017 as a tiny stall at the Punggol container park. People loved the idea of fish served with fresh potato crisps instead of ordinary fries, and the brand slowly grew. Today it has a handful of outlets around Singapore, and the Bugis Junction branch is the one right in the heart of the city.
Here are the details you need before you go:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 200 Victoria Street, #04-05, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021 |
| Floor | Level 4, Bugis Junction |
| Nearest MRT | Bugis MRT (East West Line EW12 / Downtown Line DT14), linked directly to the mall |
| Opening Hours | Daily, 11am to 9:30pm (last order around 9pm) |
| Phone | +65 6904 8386 |
| Cuisine | Fish & chips, fish & crisps, grilled fish, chicken, pasta |
| Halal | Halal-certified (the certificate is renewed yearly, so you can check it at the counter) |
| Budget | Around $16 to $25 per person for a main and a drink |
The stars here are the Signature Fish & Crisps, the choice of cooking styles, and that free-flow sauce bar. If you are in Bugis with Muslim friends, family, or a mixed group and everyone wants something comforting, this is one of the easiest places in the mall to agree on.
My Personal Visit: First Impressions
I went on a weekday at about 1pm. Level 4 of Bugis Junction is calmer than the ground floor, and the café felt relaxed. A few office workers, a couple of students with their laptops, and that one happy family by the window.
The space is bright and simple, with a seaside feel. Nothing fancy. It is the kind of place where you do not mind getting your fingers a little greasy.
I ordered the Signature Sea Bass Fish & Crisps in the house batter, because I wanted to try the dish the brand was built on. While I waited, I went to the sauce station and, honestly, I got a bit carried away. Cheese, salted egg, curry. A bit of each.
The fish came out hot, with a light and crunchy batter and soft, flaky white fish inside. The crisps were thin and freshly fried, somewhere between a potato chip and a fry. Dipped into the salted egg sauce, they were dangerously good. The cheese sauce was my second favourite. The curry was a nice local twist that I did not expect to enjoy so much with fish.
Was it perfect? Not quite. Fried food is fried food, and by the end it felt a little heavy, so next time I will add a coleslaw or salad to balance it. But I left full, happy, and already planning what fish to try next time.
Big Fish Small Fish Bugis Menu: All You Need to Know
The menu is bigger than you might expect. There is fish, of course, but also fried and grilled chicken, pasta, snacks, sides, churros, and colourful drinks. A new menu launched across the outlets in March 2026, so here is what it looks like now.
A quick note on prices: the Classic Fish & Chips prices below are dine-in prices from a review published in October 2026. Prices for the rest of the menu come from Big Fish Small Fish’s 2026 delivery menu, which is usually slightly higher than dine-in. Dine-in prices are subject to 10% service charge and GST. Treat everything as a guide, because menus and prices can change.
How Ordering Works
This is the fun part. You build your own plate:
- Pick your fish: dory, sea bass, salmon, halibut, haddock, or the Today’s Catch special (while stock lasts).
- Pick your style: Signature House Batter, Japanese panko crust, oven-baked, or char-grilled if you want something lighter.
- Pick your sides and sauces: crisps or fries, then head to the sauce bar.
My tip: if it is your first time, go for dory or sea bass in the house batter. It is the classic for a reason.
Classic Fish & Chips
The simplest way to enjoy Big Fish Small Fish. Crispy fish, a portion of chips, and your choice of sauces. Dory is the gentlest on the wallet, while halibut and haddock are richer and flakier.
| Fish | Dine-in Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Dory | 15.90++ |
| Halibut | 20.90++ |
| Haddock | 21.90++ |
Signature Fish & Crisps
This is the dish that started it all. Instead of fries, your fish comes with freshly sliced, fried potato crisps. They are thin, crunchy and perfect for scooping up sauce. If you only order one thing here, make it this.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Signature Dory Fish & Crisps | 16.61 |
| Signature Sea Bass Fish & Crisps | 18.36 |
| Signature Haddock Fish & Crisps | 18.57 |
| Signature Salmon & Crisps | 19.51 |
Grilled Fish
For the days you want fish without the batter. These come with rice and salad or mashed potato, and they feel a lot lighter. The grilled salmon is my pick when I am trying to be a little bit good.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Grilled Dory with Rice and Salad | 18.36 |
| Grilled Sea Bass with Hand-Mashed Potato | 19.86 |
| Grilled Salmon with Rice and Salad | 20.66 |
Fried & Grilled Chicken
Not everyone wants fish, and that is okay. The chicken options are surprisingly good, especially the Ajumma chicken, which has a sweet and spicy Korean-style glaze. A great choice for kids too.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Fried Chicken & Crisps | 16.16 |
| Grilled Chicken & Crisps | 17.16 |
| 2 Pcs Chicken with Handmade Mash | 18.01 |
| Ajumma 2 Pcs Chicken with Handmade Mash | 18.92 |
| Chicken Leg Confit with Rice and Salad | 20.56 |
Pasta
A comforting choice for anyone who wants something warm and saucy. You can even build your own pasta. The Truffle Mushroom Cream is rich and cosy, and the Seafood Aglio Olio keeps things in the spirit of the sea.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Mushroom Aglio Olio Pasta | 14.97 |
| Build Your Own Pasta | 15.96 |
| Truffle Mushroom Cream Pasta | 17.11 |
| Carbonara Pasta | 17.46 |
| Seafood Aglio Olio Pasta | 19.02 |
Appetisers & Snacks
Perfect for sharing, or for a little afternoon snack with a drink. The Prawn Fritters and Calamari go beautifully with the salted egg sauce, and the Cheese Crisps are a guilty pleasure.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Meat-Free Nuggets | 4.87 |
| Fresh Potato Crisps | 5.47 |
| Soup of the Day | 5.77 |
| French Fries | 6.22 |
| Cheese Sticks (4pcs) | 6.42 |
| Cheese Crisps | 6.82 |
| Nuggets with Cheese Dip (10pcs) | 7.81 |
| Cheese Fries | 8.21 |
| Battered Button Mushrooms | 10.12 |
| Cheese Sticks with Pomodoro Sauce (6pcs) | 10.47 |
| Truffle Parmesan Fries | 10.47 |
| Ajumma Chicken Karaage | 10.92 |
| Calamari | 11.42 |
| Prawn Fritters with Tartar Dip (6pcs) | 11.81 |
Sides
Add one of these to balance your plate. I always add coleslaw now. That bit of crunch and freshness makes a big difference with fried fish.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Coleslaw | 5.77 |
| Pilaf Rice | 6.17 |
| Hand-Mashed Potato | 6.27 |
| Garlic Bread | 6.67 |
The Free-Flow Sauce Bar
This deserves its own little section. When you dine in, you can help yourself to sauces like cheese, salted egg and curry. It is what makes Big Fish Small Fish feel different from every other fish and chips place. Take a few small pots, try them all, and find your favourite. Mine is salted egg. Every time.
Desserts
Churros. That is it. That is the dessert. And honestly, it is enough. Warm, crunchy, rolled in cinnamon sugar. Get the chocolate sauce version if you are sharing.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Cinnamon Sugar Churros (12pcs) | 7.51 |
| Churros with Chocolate Sauce (12pcs) | 9.62 |
Drinks
The drinks menu is colourful and a little playful. The Pink Skies Lemonade is pretty and refreshing, and the Rocky Road Choco Paradise is basically dessert in a cup.
| Item | Price (S$) |
|---|---|
| Distilled Water | 3.25 |
| Coca-Cola Zero Sugar | 4.48 |
| Tropical Fruity Lemonade | 4.93 |
| Strawberry Cream Tea | 5.13 |
| Pink Skies Lemonade | 5.43 |
| Tropical Fruity Tea | 5.43 |
| Neapolitan Choco Wonderland | 5.82 |
| Velvety Berry Brew | 6.22 |
| Rocky Road Choco Paradise | 6.23 |
| Nutty Cream Brew | 6.23 |
Big Fish Small Fish Membership: Your Key to Deals
Here is something I wish I had known before my first visit. Big Fish Small Fish has a free membership, and many of their best deals are for members only.
Signing up is quick. You register with your mobile number, verify it with a one-time code, and you get a membership QR code. Show it to the staff before you order, not after, or the deal may not apply.
In 2026 alone, members have had 1-for-1 Classic Fish & Chips days, and the brand runs promotions very often. If you plan to visit more than once, it is absolutely worth signing up.
Best Time to Visit Big Fish Small Fish Bugis
Level 4 is quieter than the lower floors of Bugis Junction, but timing still matters, especially on weekends.
| Time | Crowd Level | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| 11am – 12pm | Low | Fresh start, quick service, and the sauce bar is fully stocked. |
| 12pm – 2pm (weekdays) | Medium to High | Office workers and students. Short waits possible. |
| 2:30pm – 5pm | Low | The calmest time. Great for a late lunch or snack. |
| 6pm – 8pm | High (very high on weekends) | Families and shoppers. Come early for a good table. |
| After 8:30pm | Low | Quiet, but remember last orders are around 9pm. |
My tip: a weekday afternoon, around 3pm, is perfect. No rush, no queue, and you can take your time at the sauce bar.
Big Fish Small Fish Bugis Specials & Promotions
- Member 1-for-1 days: Big Fish Small Fish regularly runs 1-for-1 Classic Fish & Chips for members. The latest one runs 12–14 October 2026, dine-in only, at all four outlets including Bugis Junction.
- Student meals: since July 2026, students can get an $8.50 set (plus service charge and GST) on weekdays with a main, a free drink and free-flow crisps. Bring your student ID.
- Weekly deals: the brand often runs day-of-the-week offers, like $1 grilled garlic butter prawns with any main on Wednesdays. Check the latest before you go, because these change often.
- Sets for two: look out for seasonal sharing sets, like their National Day seafood set for two, which come with a platter, soups and drinks.
Big Fish Small Fish Bugis for Families & Kids
- Halal-certified: one of the easiest choices in Bugis Junction for Muslim families and mixed groups.
- Kid-friendly food: nuggets, cheese sticks, fried chicken, churros, and mild battered dory. Kids also love the sauce bar.
- Great for sharing: order a couple of mains with a few snacks and let everyone try everything.
- Calmer location: Level 4 is quieter than the busy lower floors, which makes it easier with little ones. Lifts and escalators connect it to the MRT link.
Tips for First-Time Visitors
Start with the Signature Fish & Crisps in the house batter. That is the dish that made the brand. Try at least three sauces, and make one of them salted egg. Add coleslaw or a salad to balance the fried food. Sign up for the free membership before you order, because the deals really add up. Students, bring your student ID on weekdays. Avoid the weekend dinner rush if you can. And remember, last orders are around 9pm, so do not leave it too late after a long day of shopping.
After your meal, take the escalator down and wander through Bugis Street, or cross over to Bugis+ for dessert. You are right in the middle of everything.
People Also Asked
Where is Big Fish Small Fish in Bugis?
Big Fish Small Fish is at 200 Victoria Street, #04-05, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021. It is on Level 4 of the mall, a short ride up from the Bugis MRT link.
Is Big Fish Small Fish halal?
Yes. Big Fish Small Fish at Bugis Junction is halal-certified. The certification is renewed yearly, so you can ask to see the current certificate in-store.
What are Big Fish Small Fish Bugis Junction opening hours?
It is open daily from 11am to 9:30pm, with last orders around 9pm. Hours may change on public holidays, so call +65 6904 8386 if you are planning a late visit.
How much does a meal at Big Fish Small Fish cost?
Classic Fish & Chips start from $15.90++ for dory, with halibut at $20.90++ and haddock at $21.90++. Most people spend about $16 to $25 per person for a main and a drink.
What is Big Fish Small Fish famous for?
It is famous for its Signature Fish & Crisps, which pair crispy battered fish with freshly sliced potato crisps instead of fries, and for its free-flow sauces like cheese, salted egg and curry.
Does Big Fish Small Fish have promotions?
Yes, very often. Members get deals like 1-for-1 Classic Fish & Chips, and there are student meals on weekdays and regular weekly offers. Membership is free.
How do I get to Big Fish Small Fish Bugis by MRT?
Take the East West Line (EW12) or Downtown Line (DT14) to Bugis MRT. Bugis Junction is linked directly to the station. Take the escalator or lift up to Level 4.
Final Note
Big Fish Small Fish is not trying to be fancy. It is trying to make fish and chips fun again. Crispy fish, crunchy crisps, a little bar of sauces, and a table where everyone can eat together.
I still think about that salted egg sauce. I really do.
So next time you are in Bugis Junction and cannot decide what to eat, take the escalator up to Level 4. Pick your fish, grab a few sauces, and share a plate of crisps with someone you love. Slow down for a little while.
That is what Bugis is all about for me. Good food, good company, and no rush.
See you around Bugis.
