Authentic Hakka cuisine with salt-baked chicken and heritage recipes at JEM.
Hakka Yu at JEM is a celebration of one of China's most storied culinary traditions, brought to life with fresh, regionally sourced ingredients and time-honoured cooking techniques. The restaurant is best known for its signature salt-baked chicken, a Hakka classic prepared with natural methods that yield tender, flavourful meat encased in a fragrant, crispy salt crust. The menu also features a range of comforting Hakka staples, from braised meats to hand-pounded yam abacus seeds.||The JEM outlet merges traditional recipes with a contemporary dining setting, making heritage cuisine accessible to modern palates. Each dish is crafted with care, reflecting the Hakka ethos of simplicity, natural flavours, and hearty satisfaction. The warm, welcoming atmosphere makes it an excellent choice for family dinners and gatherings.||For an authentic taste of Hakka culture in the heart of Jurong East, Hakka Yu offers a memorable dining experience rooted in tradition. Bring your loved ones and savour the flavours of a cuisine that has endured for centuries.
A menu featuring Hakka and Cantonese dishes, including classic dishes, specialty savories and sweets, home-cooked style pots, and garden delights.
Traditional Hakka Pork Soup & Salt-baked Chicken
Menu featuring traditional Hakka dishes, including pork soup and salt-baked chicken, with various side dishes.
HAKKAYU Menu
A menu featuring Hakka cuisine, with sections for dishes paired with rice, starters, buns/finger snacks/sweets, and beverages. The right side of the image highlights Hakka Salt-baked Chicken.
Hakka Yu Menu
A menu featuring various Hakka dishes, snacks, and beverages.
Hakka Cuisine Menu
A menu featuring various Hakka dishes, including appetizers, main courses, snacks, and beverages.
Signature Dish
Classic Dishes, Popular for 25 Years
Hakka Yu Menu
A menu featuring various Hakka dishes, starters, buns, finger snacks, sweets, and beverages.
Menu
A menu featuring Hakka cuisine, with a focus on pork soup and salt-baked chicken.
Menu
A digital menu with categories like Signature Dish, Starters, and Buns, Finger Snacks & Sweets.
Hakka Cuisine Menu
A menu featuring various Hakka dishes, including starters, main courses, buns, snacks, sweets, and beverages. The right side of the menu highlights the signature Salt-baked Chicken.
Traditional Hakka Pork Soup & Salt-baked Chicken
Menu featuring Hakka cuisine, with a focus on pork soup and salt-baked chicken. Includes other claypot dishes and stir-fried vegetables.
Hakka Yu Menu
A menu featuring various Hakka dishes, snacks, and beverages.
客语25年畅销经典菜
A menu featuring Hakka and Cantonese dishes, with sections for classic dishes, savory and sweets, Guangdong home-cooked style, and garden delights.
Hakka Salt-baked Chicken Menu
Menu featuring Hakka cuisine, with a focus on salt-baked chicken and traditional dishes.
Hakka Cuisine Menu
A menu featuring Hakka and Cantonese dishes, including traditional pork soup, salt-baked chicken, claypot dishes, and garden delights.
Menu
A menu featuring various Chinese dishes, categorized into classic dishes, Hakka specialties, Guangdong home-cooked style dishes, and garden delights.
Hakka Yu Menu
A menu featuring Hakka cuisine with sections for dishes, starters, snacks, and beverages.
Hakka Salt-baked Chicken Menu
Menu featuring Hakka cuisine, with a focus on salt-baked chicken and traditional dishes.
Menu
A menu with various Chinese dishes categorized into "Classic Dishes, Popular for 25 Years", "Hakka Specialty Savoury & Sweets", "Guangdong Home Cooked Style 'Zhe Zhe' Pot", and "Garden Delights". Each dish is accompanied by a picture, English name, Chinese name, and price.
Traditional Hakka Pork Soup & Salt-baked Chicken
Menu featuring Hakka cuisine, with a focus on pork soup and salt-baked chicken. Includes descriptions and prices for various dishes.
客语25年畅销经典菜
Menu featuring classic and popular dishes, Hakka specialties, Guangdong home-cooked style dishes, and garden delights.
It was a family gathering during Chinese New Year and while i like the food, all the staffs were alright except they love to clear and once table is empty and expect us to leave right away since we’re done. It’s alright, doing business and …
Jarrod Reyes
The Hakka Abacus Seed, Hakka Stuffed Tofu and Hakka Salt Baked chicken was good. The abacus is chewy like topoki structure but the taste was good with fried baby shrimps. The stuffed tofu with soya beans was an interesting combination and …
Robert Robert
Walk in on a weekend evening at around 5pm and waiting time is around 40 minutes to be seated. …
YL Chong
Knew this newly opened Hakka restaurant from friend. Went for dinner on Saturday night, intend to make a reservation for the table but is not allowed. Need to queue up and to ensure all diners are present in order to go in. Serving time is …
bryan tan
Went during a weekend late lunch, still waited for 20 mins. Delicious! Although service is slow, food is good
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Hakka Yu @ Jem
HAKKA YU Hakka Cuisine
The exterior of a Hakka cuisine restaurant with a prominent green sign that reads "HAKKA YU" in English and Chinese characters, along with "HAKKA CUISINE". Below the main sign, there is a smaller sign with Chinese text and the English phrase "Sip the Soup. Tear the Chicken.". The entrance is open, revealing a bustling kitchen area with chefs at work. A large display of rice is visible in the foreground, and a digital screen shows a promotional image of a dish.
HAKKAYU Hakka Cuisine
The exterior of a Hakka cuisine restaurant with prominent green signage that reads "HAKKAYU" and "HAKKA CUISINE". Below the main sign, there is text in Chinese and English, including "Sip the Soup. Tear the Chicken." and "GUANGDONG INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE HAKKA SALT-BAKED CHICKEN". The restaurant has a modern interior visible through the open front, with tables, chairs, and a kitchen area. A Christmas tree is placed near the entrance.
Guangzhou Food Landmark
The exterior of a restaurant with a sign that reads "GUANGZHOU FOOD LANDMARK" and Chinese characters below. The interior is visible, showing diners seated at tables and a sushi bar.
HAKKA YU Hakka Cuisine
The exterior of a Hakka cuisine restaurant. The restaurant name "HAKKA YU" and "HAKKA CUISINE" are visible on the facade. Inside, the kitchen area is visible, with staff preparing food. There are also promotional posters and a counter where customers can order.
HAKKA YU Hakka Cuisine
The exterior of a Hakka cuisine restaurant with prominent signage. The entrance features a green accent wall with screens displaying images. The main sign reads "HAKKA YU 客語客家菜 HAKKA CUISINE" in large letters. Below the main sign, there is text in Chinese and English: "Sip the Soup. Tear the Chicken." and "现焗盐焗鸡中国销量第一" (Currently baked salt-baked chicken is number one in sales in China). Two staff members are visible near the entrance, one in a black uniform. A display stand with a menu or promotional material is placed near the entrance.
Braised Pork Belly
A close-up shot of braised pork belly served in a brown ceramic dish. The pork belly is cut into thick, rectangular pieces, showing layers of meat and fat. It is glazed in a dark, savory sauce and garnished with chopped green onions. The dish is presented with a serving spoon. In the background, a bowl of noodles and other dishes are partially visible.
Noodle Dish in a Clay Pot
A close-up shot of a clay pot filled with a noodle dish. The noodles appear to be thin and translucent, mixed with shredded carrots, bean sprouts, and green herbs. The dish is served in a rustic clay pot with a handle, placed on a wooden coaster. In the background, another dish and a white cup are visible, suggesting a restaurant setting.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a restaurant with tables set for dining. A large green screen displays information about "Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage Hakka Pork Soup" and "Guangdong Non-heritage Salt Baked Chicken Since 2013". The restaurant has a modern design with wooden accents and warm lighting.
Steamed Chicken in Clay Pot
A close-up shot of a whole steamed chicken, cut into pieces and served in a brown clay pot. The chicken has a golden-yellow skin and appears tender and juicy. The dish is presented in a way that highlights its texture and color.
Claypot Rice with Sausage
A close-up shot of a claypot filled with rice, chopped Chinese sausage, and green onions. A spoon is resting in the dish. The claypot is on a wooden coaster.
Steamed Tofu with Soybeans
Four pieces of golden-brown, pan-fried tofu are served in a rustic ceramic pot, nestled on a bed of whole soybeans. The tofu is glazed with a savory sauce and garnished with chopped green onions. Steam rises from the dish, indicating it is freshly prepared and hot. The background is a textured gray surface.
HAKKA YU Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Hakka cuisine restaurant. A large sign above reads "HAKKA YU HAKKA CUISINE" in English and Chinese. The restaurant has a modern design with green and brown accents. Diners are seated at tables in the background, and staff are visible in the open kitchen area. A large decorative pot with rice is displayed prominently in the foreground.
Salt-baked Chicken
A clay pot filled with salt-baked chicken, with a small dish of green mochi in the background. A yellow tag with key features of the dish is attached to the pot. A menu board is also visible.
Stuffed Tofu Dish
A close-up shot of a dish featuring four pieces of golden-brown stuffed tofu, simmered in a savory sauce and garnished with chopped green onions. The tofu is served in a dark, shallow bowl with a spoon resting on top. Small white beans are visible beneath the tofu, adding texture to the dish. The lighting highlights the glossy sauce and the crispy edges of the tofu.
Garlic Soy Braised Potatoes
A close-up shot of a bowl filled with small, golden-brown potatoes that appear to be braised in a savory garlic and soy sauce. The potatoes are glistening and mixed with minced garlic, bits of what looks like mushroom or meat, and chopped green onions. The dish is served in a textured, off-white ceramic bowl.
Traditional Hakka Pork Soup
Two bowls of traditional Hakka pork soup are served with chopped scallions and a seasoning on the side. The bowls have branding that reads "Traditional Hakka Pork Soup" and Chinese characters. A large dark pot is visible in the background.
Restaurant Interior with Salt-Baked Chicken
The interior of a restaurant featuring dining tables and a visible kitchen area where salt-baked chicken is prepared. A large green wall display highlights "Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage Hakka Salt-Baked Chicken." The kitchen counter displays roasted chickens and various ingredients. Tables are set with bowls and chopsticks.
Hakka Salt-baked Chicken Advertisement
A close-up of a menu or advertisement featuring Hakka Salt-baked Chicken. The image shows a pot of steaming, cooked chicken, with text in English and Chinese describing the dish. It highlights that the chicken is freshly baked on-site and has been available since 2013. Several awards and certifications are also displayed. The ready time for the dish is indicated as 10:35 AM.
Traditional Hakka Pork Soup
A bowl of traditional Hakka pork soup is served with a small dish of chopped scallions and a pile of white powder, likely seasoning. The soup contains chunks of pork in a clear broth. The bowl has text on it that reads "TRADITIONAL HAKKA PORK SOUP" in English and Chinese characters.
Stir-fried Greens
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried green vegetables, likely gai lan or a similar leafy green, served with pieces of garlic and possibly dried shrimp or other savory bits. The vegetables are bright green and appear to be lightly seasoned and cooked. The dish is presented in a textured, light-colored ceramic bowl. In the background, other dishes and bowls are visible, along with chopsticks and a Rubik's cube. A hand is using a fork to pick up some of the greens.
Braised Potatoes
A close-up shot of a bowl of braised potatoes, glistening with a dark sauce and garnished with chopped green onions and garlic. In the blurred background, a dish of green vegetables is visible.
Glistening Golden Bites
A close-up shot showcases a bowl filled with small, golden-brown, bite-sized pieces, possibly potatoes or dumplings, coated in a glossy sauce and garnished with chopped green onions. The dish is presented in a white, pedestal-style bowl, with other tableware visible in the blurred background, suggesting a dining setting.
Table with various Chinese dishes
A table laden with a variety of Chinese dishes, including steamed chicken, braised meat, fried tofu, stir-fried vegetables, and a soup. Several people are seated around the table, with drinks and chopsticks visible. The setting appears to be a restaurant.
Claypot Rice with Sausage
A close-up shot of a claypot filled with white rice, topped with chopped Chinese sausage and green onions. A small dish of sauce is visible to the left, and a blurred background shows a cup and a receipt.
Restaurant Interior
A wide shot of a modern restaurant interior with tables and chairs set up for dining. The open kitchen area is visible in the background with a prominent red sign above it. The restaurant appears clean and well-lit, with a mix of booth seating and individual tables.
Cauliflower Dish
A close-up shot of a dish featuring stir-fried cauliflower florets in a brown ceramic pot. The cauliflower appears tender and slightly browned, mixed with what seem to be chili flakes and other seasonings. In the background, a bowl of white rice and a blue and white patterned cup are visible.
Sweet and Sour Chicken
A plate of sweet and sour chicken with pineapple and strawberry slices, garnished with parsley. A serving spoon and chopsticks are on the plate. Other dishes and bowls are visible in the background.
Steamed Tofu Dish
A close-up shot of a steaming hot dish of tofu, cut into rectangular pieces and served in a dark ceramic bowl with a savory sauce. The tofu is golden brown and topped with chopped green onions. The background shows a blurred restaurant interior with diners at tables.
Stir-fried Gai Lan with Garlic
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried Gai Lan, also known as Chinese broccoli, with pieces of garlic. The dish is served on a textured white plate with concentric rings. The Gai Lan is bright green and appears to be lightly coated in a savory sauce.
Table Setting with Food and Drinks
A top-down view of a table setting with several dishes and drinks. In the foreground, a decorative blue and white patterned bowl holds chopsticks. To the left, a dark red bowl contains a spoon. A black pot filled with braised tofu in a savory sauce is prominent. Next to it, a small dish holds a spicy dipping sauce. A light-colored ceramic bowl filled with fried rice, containing visible pieces of meat and green onions, sits to the right of the tofu. Two clear plastic cups with straws, filled with a yellow beverage, are also on the table.
Traditional Hakka Pork Soup
Two bowls of traditional Hakka pork soup are served on wooden coasters. The soup in the foreground is garnished with chopped green onions. A small dish of sauce and a wooden spoon are visible to the left. A cup of red beverage is in the background.
Glass Noodles with Vegetables
A close-up shot of glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables in a clay pot. The noodles are translucent and mixed with bean sprouts, cabbage, and green onions. In the background, another dish is visible on a white plate.
Restaurant Display
A large decorative bowl filled with white salt, adorned with red and yellow flags and circular signs. The signs say "Takeout Welcome" in English and Chinese. The bowl has text around its base that reads "Guangdong Hakka Intangible Cultural Heritage Salt Baked Chicken". In the background, a restaurant kitchen is visible with a menu board displaying prices and times.
Stir-fried Greens with Garlic
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried green vegetables, likely gai lan or a similar leafy green, tossed with slivers of garlic. The vegetables are glossy and appear to be lightly seasoned, served in a textured, light-colored bowl.
HAKKA YU Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Hakka cuisine restaurant. A large sign above reads "HAKKA YU HAKKA CUISINE". The restaurant has a modern design with green and brown accents. Diners are seated at tables in the background, and staff are visible in the open kitchen area. A large decorative pot filled with rice is displayed prominently in the foreground.
Busy Restaurant Interior
A bustling restaurant interior filled with diners seated at tables. A server in a hat is seen carrying a tray. The restaurant has modern lighting and decor.
Braised Tofu Dish
A close-up shot of a braised tofu dish served in a dark ceramic pot. The tofu pieces are golden brown and coated in a savory sauce, garnished with chopped green onions. Small white beans are visible at the bottom of the pot.
Glass Noodles with Vegetables
A close-up shot of a clay pot filled with glass noodles stir-fried with vegetables such as carrots and cabbage.
Sweet and Sour Chicken with Fruit
A close-up shot of sweet and sour chicken served on a white plate. The chicken pieces are coated in a glossy, orange-colored sauce and garnished with fresh parsley, blueberries, diced pineapple, and strawberry slices. In the background, another dish of food and a bowl of soup are visible.
Steamed Chicken Dish
A close-up shot of a steamed chicken dish served in a brown ceramic pot. The chicken pieces are golden brown and appear tender, with visible wings and feet. Steam is rising from the dish, indicating it is hot. The pot is placed on a dark base. In the background, out-of-focus elements suggest a restaurant setting with diners and tableware. A green tag with black text is clipped to the rim of the pot.
Hakka Salt-baked Chicken
A menu or promotional flyer featuring Hakka Salt-baked Chicken. The image shows a pot of cooked chicken, with text in English and Chinese describing the dish as "Salt-baked Chicken Freshly Baked On-Site" and "SINCE 2013". It also highlights awards and certifications, including "Intangible Cultural Heritage" and "Award-Winning Salt Baked Chicken". A ready time of "10:35 AM" is indicated. The bottom of the flyer mentions "Hakka Cuisine" and "80+ Stores Worldwide".
Restaurant Order Tickets
Two order tickets are shown, one on top of the other, in a black holder. The tickets are for table 81 and list various food items ordered, along with quantities and some specifications. A cup of tea and a bowl are also visible in the foreground.
Braised Meat and Radish
A close-up shot of a clay pot filled with braised meat and daikon radish. The dish is garnished with chopped scallions and dried red chilies. The meat appears tender and coated in a rich, dark sauce.
Fried Rice with Sausage
A close-up shot of fried rice with pieces of sausage and green herbs mixed in. The rice appears to be coated in a light sauce, giving it a glossy sheen. The dish is served in a dark bowl.
Auspicious Reunion CNY Set Menu
A festive spread of Chinese New Year dishes, including a whole fried fish, steamed chicken, braised dishes, and stir-fried noodles, is presented on a red tablecloth. The Hakkayu logo is visible at the top. Below the dishes, a promotional message announces a complimentary limited edition CNY gift with the order of a CNY Set or Poon Choy, while stocks last. Red packets and other festive items are also displayed.
Restaurant Kitchen
A view of a restaurant kitchen with chefs preparing food. A large sign above the counter displays the restaurant's name and slogan in Chinese and English: "Fresh Ingredients, Live Flames, Real Taste." A digital display below the sign shows menu items and times, including "Salt-Baked Chicken Freshly Baked."
Hakka Yu @ Jem
A collage of food items and a drink. The dishes include a whole steamed chicken, a plate of fried food with sauce and vegetables, and a dish of tofu with beans. A cup of Waxberry Juice is also shown. Text overlay reads "HAKKA YU @ JEM 10 MAR 2026".
Table with various Chinese dishes
A table laden with several Chinese dishes, including noodles, braised tofu, and a whole steamed chicken. A small dish of chili sauce and a bowl with a piece of chicken on a spoon are also visible. The food appears to be served in traditional ceramic and metal cookware.
Claypot Rice with Toppings
A close-up shot of a claypot filled with white rice, topped with pieces of meat and chopped green onions. Steam is rising from the dish. Another claypot dish with a spoon is visible in the background.
Claypot Rice with Sausage
A close-up shot of a claypot filled with rice, sausage, and chopped green onions. A spoon is resting in the pot, ready to serve.
Steaming Bowl of Soup with Meat
A close-up shot shows a white bowl filled with steaming broth and chunks of meat. A white spoon is lifting a piece of meat from the bowl, with steam rising. The bowl is placed on a round, wooden stand with Chinese characters inscribed on its side. In the background, a small wooden bowl filled with a grainy substance is visible, along with a white lid. The scene is set on a rustic wooden surface.