I dropped by BOMUL Samgyetang at CHIJMES out of curiosity rather than expectation. Samgyetang isn’t exactly a dish I crave on a regular day, but the idea of a place devoted almost entirely to ginseng chicken soups felt worth exploring. The space itself is warm and calm, and the menu is surprisingly extensive. Ten different versions of samgyetang is a lot to take in, so I decided to try a few and see how different they really were.

BOMUL 01
The Rejuvenation Samgyetang ($36) came first. It leans on aged black garlic, which gave the broth a soft sweetness without overpowering the herbal base. The chicken was tender, as expected, and the broth felt familiar but slightly deeper.
BOMUL 02
The Spicy Cure Samgyetang ($32) brought more energy to the table. It isn’t a blow-your-head-off kind of spicy, but the chilli and herbs did wake up the palate. It felt like something you’d want after a long night, and I can see why they name it that way.
BOMUL 03
Energy Samgyetang ($36) uses perilla, which gave the soup a gentle nuttiness.
BOMUL 04
This one was probably the most comforting for me.
BOMUL 05
The Black Truffle Samgyetang, priced higher, had a darker, rounder flavour. The herbal notes were still present, just more mellow. Healthy Samyejuk, essentially a porridge version, was steady and soothing. If you prefer something straightforward and mild, this would be it.
BOMUL 06
We also tried a couple of sides to break up all the soup. The Minari Pancake was crisp at the edges and carried the distinct herbal freshness of water parsley.
BOMUL 07
The Duck and Chicken Ddukgalbi came in small portions but were enjoyable. The glaze leaned sweet, which played nicely with the chewy rice cake.
BOMUL 08
The Bomul Ice Cream ($6) – comes in 2 flavours, black sesame and ginseng – was simple and not overly sweet. It’s not the kind of dessert that steals the show, but it works after a heavy broth.

Overall, BOMUL feels like a place built for people who already enjoy herbal soups or want something restorative without fuss. The variety is impressive, but the differences between the soups are more subtle than dramatic. What stood out to me most was the calmness of the meal rather than any single dish. If you like samgyetang or want a lighter dining option in CHIJMES, it’s worth a visit.

Budget: $30 to $40 per person

  • BOMUL Samgyetang

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  • Address
    30 Victoria St, #01-11/12 CHIJMES, Singapore 187996
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