Mang Kiko’s Lechon is located in Scape Youth Park (together with Botak Jones), directly opposite Orchard Cineleisure. I first heard about it through a friend, who mentioned that he had the best roasted pork belly there. When I asked him more about Mang Kiko’s Lechon, the reply was short and sweet: good Filipino food in Singapore.
Now what exactly is Filipino food? I have no idea since I have never been to Philippines nor have I tried any Filipino food in Singapore before. I happened to pass by Scape, and I decided to give it a try with an open mind — not knowing what to expect, or how it taste like.
I think it will be better if I’m honest upfront, but I’m a big fan of pork. There are people who do not enjoy the meat because of the ‘porky’ taste, but you know what I think? They are missing on something that’s truly delicious.
While I stared at the Roasted Pork Belly ($6), I heard faint encouragements of “EAT IT!” from the little imp that was sitting on the side of my shoulder. It was greasy, fatty and whatever you could think of to describe ‘sinful’.
This, is the downfall of human beings.
Taking the first bite of the roasted pork, oh my god — it was so good! There was nothing special about the rice. Its mere presence was to ensure that there’s no guilt about indulging in the roast pork — it was there to make it complete as a meal.
If you are looking for cheap and good food in Orchard, why not try the roasted chicken and pork from Mang Kiko’s Lechon?
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Mang Kiko’s Lechon
Somerset Youth Park
121 Somerset Road
I am from the Philippines but currently based in the UAE. I will take note of Mang Kiko’s when I re-visit Singapore.
Have you had some portions of the skin? its very delicious as well…man, I suddenly missed Lechon!
haha.. I remember when I was a child, I always had 1 full roasted pig when we celebrated my birthday.. or my other family members’ birthdays 
or on other festivals and special occasions.
I’m glad you have tried some Filipino food on your blog.
I saw this when I was there and decided what a waste to try Filipino in Singapore! LOL
Excited for you come here and let you try A LOT OF PORK. I’ll order Cebu Lechon so you get to try it when you fly in!
Cheers,
Carlos
I always wondered how Singaporeans would say about Filipino food… I’m happy to hear you liked it, despite it’s sinfulness
Hello Brad. I am happy now that I know we are kindred souls with the same love for pork! Oh you’ll love it here in the Philippines. I think, save for my good friend F, all Filipinos love pork: lechon, roasted pork belly, etc…
It will be a pleasure to meet you.
Best regards,
Gemma
witsandnuts: When are you coming back to Singapore? : )
jen: WOW! you have a whole roasted pig for birthday? I want to attend your birthday party! I love love love whole roasted pig! hehe
carlos: Excited about the coming trip!
danny: oh yes it’s definitely very sinful, but it was so good that I couldn’t say no! haha
Gemma: Hello there, I’m sure I will love Philippines! Don’t make me hungry! heh
Hi,
I’m a Filipino staying here at Singapore and a follower of your food blog. I’m very glad that you had tried Filipino dish.
In our last year’s christmas party, we ordered 1 whole roasted pork (lechon de leche) and roasted chicken from Mang Kiko’s. Mang Kiko’s is one of my favorite food stalls in Lau Pa Sat. Actually, there are numerous Filipino food stalls in Lau Pa Sat (Tapa King, Happy V, Hapag Kainan).
Please check 7107 Flavors in Marina Square to try other Filipino dish. I would be happy to join you. Just let me know.
Cheers!
it’s best when dipped in garlicky vinegar or mang tomas, or in soy sauce with calamansi.
It is indeed very sinful this dish so I try to eat it only on special occasions
If mang kiko roasted pork is good for you already, how much more if you can taste the real roast pork in the philippines.. hehe..
mang kiko is not the best yet, actually they suck in their flavor..
@ryan I’ve been to Phillipines twice, and the “real” roasted pork is really awesome. I’m just saying in Singapore we don’t have much choice, and Mang Kiko’s is a decent place considering the prices and location.
I have no idea why i came up on this blog! lol… actually i was looking for the Mang Kiko’s location and gotcha! Now i am craving for lechon more than anything else!
May i know where it move to.
Mang kiko’s is still at 121 somerset?