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The Crowded Bowl

4.0(71)on Googlewestern water catchment

76 Nanyang Dr, NS3-1-18 West Singapore, North Spine Plaza, Singapore 637331

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)Closed

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
CRoom to grow

Score: 55 / 100

Queue wait50
Consistency50
Food quality60
Value for money40

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 30 May 2026

Our take: The Crowded Bowl in NTU offers a build-your-own bowl concept with a focus on healthier options.

We note frequent mentions of their scrambled eggs, olive rice, and chickpeas as popular choices.

While the concept aims for health, some reviewers highlight an excessive use of oil in cooked dishes, which might contradict the 'healthy' branding.

Portions can be inconsistent, with some customers reporting smaller servings from certain staff members, though a 'sweet auntie' is praised for generous portions and friendly service.

Pricing has been a recurring concern, with a small bowl increasing from $4.50 to $4.90, and additional charges for takeaway containers ($0.30) and even plastic bags ($0.20), which some find excessive compared to other outlets or even Starbucks.

The lunch queue can stretch to 20-30 minutes, making it a time commitment during peak hours.

We'd recommend this for a quick, customizable meal if you're in the NTU North Spine area and don't mind the potential wait or inconsistent portioning.

It's a reliable option for campus-goers, but not a destination for a gourmet healthy meal.

Signature

scrambled eggs with olive rice and chickpeas

Best time

after 1:30pm for shorter queues

Wait time

20-30 minutes during lunch

Price

$ ($5-10/person)

Score: 55 · 5 sources

What customers say

The Crowded Bowl at NTU receives mixed feedback, with many customers appreciating the healthy options, fresh vegetables, and specific dishes like scrambled eggs and protein balls.

However, recurring concerns include inconsistent portion sizes, perceived high oil content in some cooked items, and increasing prices.

Service quality varies, with some staff noted for being friendly and generous, while others are described as less so, and there are complaints about additional charges for takeaway bags.

inconsistent portion sizesperceived oiliness of cooked itemsrising prices and additional chargesvariable staff service qualityfreshness of vegetables and healthy options
40% positive20% neutral40% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★i love food· 5 months ago

always my go-to in NTU, loved their scrambled eggs and the protein balls are good. however i do recommend frying with lesser oil as it defeats the purpose of advertising as a salad place (supposedly t…

★★★★Cass· a year ago

Not a bad healthy option. It says $4.90 on the board + $0.30 for takeaway, and mine was $6.90. Not sure where that price came from. The vegetables taste fresh. The lettuce is just romain so nothing to…

★★★★★Tina· 4 months ago

Tried The crowded bowl many times from other outlets Biopolis, RP, NCCS food court were of good experiences. Heard that NTU has one outlet and decided to give it a try. Pasta was salty, food so so. Br…

★★★★★Shamima Banu· 7 months ago

Mains like olive rice, chickpeas, pumpkins and potato salad are available. Dressings include sesame and [balsamic?] vinegar. They also have a couple of tofu\mockmeat options. The scrambled eggs go gre…

★★★★★Truth Fairy· a year ago

Fml the price increase like no tomorrow. Inflation rate 10%… few years ago, it was $4.5 for small bowl, now it’s $4.9. The staffs here are also not very generous with their portion. Lunch time queue w…

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