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Hello Arigato

4.2(796)on Google$$coffeebishan

227 Upper Thomson Rd, Singapore 574359

Hello Arigato is a mid-range cafe located at 227 Upper Thomson Rd in Bishan, serving Japanese-inspired fare in a relaxed setting. The spot has drawn consistent visitor interest, with customers noting its casual atmosphere and menu offerings.

Dine-inTakeout

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

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STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
B+Great choice

Score: 78 / 100

Atmosphere70
Queue wait60
Food quality85

Based on 4 data points · Updated 1 month ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 3 Aug 2026

Hello Arigato offers a Japanese-inspired cafe experience in Bishan, drawing consistent interest for its casual atmosphere and menu.

We see the Gyu Sando frequently highlighted as a standout, particularly when enjoyed fresh on-site, and the Wagyu Donburi also receives praise.

For drinks, the Matcha Strawberry Cold Cream and Strawberry Matcha Cloud are popular choices, noted for their balanced flavors.

However, some find the regular matcha less impressive and the latte can be bitter, though its creaminess is a redeeming factor.

While the indoor ambiance is generally conducive to conversation, outdoor seating can be affected by traffic noise and cigarette smoke.

There's also a recurring mention of a 75-minute dining limit, which is worth noting for those planning longer visits.

We also observe a desire for more dessert options.

Overall, Hello Arigato appears to be a good spot for a casual meal or catch-up with friends, especially if you're in the mood for their signature sandos or unique matcha drinks.

Best for a late lunch to potentially avoid the busiest crowds.

Signature

Gyu Sando

Best time

Late lunch

Wait time

Expect a queue, especially during peak hours

Price

$$ ($15-25/person)

Score: 78 · 4 sources

What customers say

Hello Arigato at Upper Thomson Road is praised for its Japanese-inspired dishes like the Gyu Sando and Wagyu Donburi, with many enjoying the overall "vibey" atmosphere for casual meetups.

While popular items include the pork belly rice and truffle fries, some find the Brussels sprouts too sweet and the outdoor seating affected by noise and smells.

Service is generally good, but the lack of an electronic queue system for popular times is a notable inconvenience.

Japanese-inspired sandos & donburisMatcha drinks (mixed reviews)Cafe ambience & dining limitsOutdoor seating issuesLack of electronic queue system
80% positive10% neutral10% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Vee 祐宁 L· a month ago

Love the pork belly rice and the chicken sandwich. My girls really enjoy the matcha drinks too. The truffle fries are good, but the Brussels sprouts are a bit too sweet—they should ease up on the sauc…

★★★★★JLYH· 5 months ago

Visited on eve of CNY for late lunch. Yummy wagyu donburi. Tamago sando tasted alright but a bit messy to eat. Loved the matcha strawberry cold cream. Latte a bit bitter but creaminess made it enjoyab…

★★★★★Eunice Forrester· a month ago

What better way to spend a holiday than chilling at one of our favourite cafes along this upper Thomson stretch!! They make a mean gyu sando that’s for sure, and eating it piping hot and fresh on the…

★★★★★Amelia Michelle· 2 months ago

a very vibey place, very nice background music playing, overall a really nice environment to have a coffee or if you’re like me, matcha! a great environment to catch up with your friends, read or eve…

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