Don’t want to queue for Yo-Chi? Here are 10 other spots to get your fro-yo fix

It has been a year since Australian frozen yogurt chain Yo-Chi landed in Singapore, yet the queues outside its 313@Somerset outlet show no signs of slowing down.

For those who’ve visited Australia, the frenzy here might seem baffling. There, Yo-Chi is just another neighbourhood fro-yo spot. It’s not often you see staff wielding “Stop” and “Go” signs to manage snaking queues, and seats so quickly taken you’ll need to arrive early just to snag a table — or even a public bench nearby within the mall.

Although the endless array of toppings, flavours and self-serve counters keeps drawing us back, sometimes waiting over an hour, squeezing through crowded stations is just simply too overwhelming for a sweet treat.

So if you’re looking to still get your yogurt fix – silky, creamy or even cold-brewed – here are five other fro-yo places that might just become your new go-to spot. 

Yoajung

This widely famous Korean frozen yogurt chain located in SCAPE is even a favourite amongst K-pop idols. Located just a walk away from Yo-Chi, Yoajung serves customisable yogurt bowls starting from just $3. There are over 30 toppings available, including nine types of cereal, fresh fruits ranging from strawberries, blueberries, and shine-muscat grapes, as well as add-on bakes like brownies, cheesecake and mochi cubes. You’ll even find other sweet treats on their menu like pistachio kunafa and biscoff crunch cups. K-pop fans can even opt for your favourite idol’s curated orders – including ENHYPEN’s Sunoo and Jungwon – available on the menu. 

2 Orchard Link, #02-09 *SCAPE, Singapore 237978 

Open Monday to Thursday 12pm to 10pm, Friday to Sunday 11am to 10pm

MoreYogurt 

China’s famous MoreYogurt is a yogurt chain serving a myriad of yogurt-themed goods from shakes to bowls and baked goods. If you’re in the mood for a good fro-yo bowl, check out their handcrafted cold brew yogurt bowl series where yogurt is slow-brewed at low temperature for a smoother, richer yogurt base. Highlights include their Coconut Strawberry Cold Brew Handcrafted Yogurt Bowl ($9.90), Matcha Mango Cold Brew Yogurt Bowl ($8.90) and Strawberry Blueberry Chocolate Crunch Bowl ($9.90).

Suntec City, 3 Temasek Blvd, #02-600, Singapore 038983 (Open daily 1030am to 10pm)

78 Airport Blvd, Jewel Changi Airport, #B2-234, Singapore 819666 (Open daily 10am to 10pm)

83 Punggol Central, Waterway Point, #01-63 (West Wing), Singapore 828761 (Open Daily: 10am to 10pm)

Yogurt Planet

Another popular Chinese yogurt chain, Yogurt Planet, offers silky yogurt with a drizzle-like consistency that’ll make you do a double take. Fresh and creamy, their yogurt comes in a range of unique flavours like black multi-grain and coconut spirulina, priced from $6.60 to $10.80. What’s best, prices include unlimited toppings – choose from a selection of 15 add-ons including fresh fruits, granola and bobas. 

Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Blvd, #01-105, Singapore 039596

Open daily 11am to 9pm

Syip

Here’s another reason to visit the widely popular cafe SYIP – they now have build-your-own yogurt bowls on the menu. Starting from $9, customers start with their choice of yogurt, hojicha or plain, followed by add-on sauces, fruits and toppings like pistachio kunafa, pistachio butter, and chocolate sea salt granola. It’s the perfect dessert to cap off your cafe visit. 

Farrer Park: 79 Owen Road (Outdoors Pet-Friendly)

Luzerne: 72 Bendemeer Road #01-05

Open daily 9am to 6pm (last order at 5.30pm)

Oatsome

If you’re after a healthier sweet treat that won’t leave you with a sugar crash, this specialty Greek yogurt cafe deserves a spot on your radar. Located in Tanjong Pagar, Oatsome serves build-your-own Greek yogurt bowls made with thick, creamy yogurt that’s strained for 72 hours. Bowls start from $12 and can be customised with seasonal fruits and a range of house-made toppings, from sugar-free mochi brownies to black sesame granola. They’re indulgent enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, yet wholesome enough to leave you feeling good afterwards. 

100 Tanjong Pagar Singapore 088521 

Open Thursday and Friday 12pm-7pm, Saturday and Sunday 12pm-3pm. 

Jia’s and Fusion 

This adorable yogurt cafe located at Farrer Park specialises in Chinese-style, slow-strained, cold-brew yogurt, with each batch taking up to two days to prepare. Choose from four signature flavours, each listed with its calorie count, including phycocyanin (spirulina), green grape and blueberry, acai berry, and lychee oatmeal. Prices range from $20 for a small portion to $25 for a large.

For those who prefer to enjoy their yogurt at home, the cafe also offers take-home yogurt jars in flavours such as black sesame, cherry, pistachio and lychee rose. Its latest creation, Dubai Velvet Black Gold Chocolate, adds a decadent twist to its otherwise wholesome line-up.

88 Rangoon Rd, #01-03, Singapore 218374 

Open daily 1pm to 10pm

Soft Spot Acai

We’re veering into acai territory now – which is great news for acai and fro-yo lovers. Originally from Bangkok, Soft Spot acai gives you the option of a base where customers can choose between pure acai, an acai and yogurt swirl, and biscoff greek yogurt, all with no added sugar or preservatives. Standouts from their menu of toppings include Soft Spot for Love – with strawberry, almond flakes, digestive crumbs, signature granola and a pistachio butter drizzle; as well as Soft Spot for Cookies – with strawberry, biscoff crumbs, digestive crumbs, signature granola and cookie butter drizzle. Prices range from $9.40 for a medium cup to $14 for a large bowl. 

2 Fowlie Rd, #01 16, Singapore 428505

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 9pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am to 9pm

Smooy 

Of course, we can’t leave out the classics. With over 11 outlets islandwide, Spanish fro-yo chain Smooy remains a familiar favourite for those seeking a fuss-free frozen yogurt fix. Choose from four yogurt bases — natural, special (a fruity yogurt blend), chocolate and cream — then customise your cup with sauces like white chocolate and crunchy hazelnut, toppings such as Dutch cookies and the outlet-exclusive Ovaltine crunch, alongside fresh fruits including nata de coco, lychee boba and kiwi. 

11 locations islandwide including NEX and Funan. 

Yole

Who remembers when popular yogurt chain llaollao ceased operations in Singapore and was replaced by Yole back in December 2017? Once the ultimate after-school treat, this nostalgic favourite still delivers the same sweet, creamy satisfaction today. Starting from $4.90, Yole’s customisable zero-sugar frozen yogurt cups come with a wide variety of toppings, from M&Ms, Oreo and Biscoff cookies to sauces like mango, pistachio and peanut butter. 

10 outlets islandwide including at Westgate, Plaza Singapura and Paya Lebar Square.

Llaollao

Yes, llaollao did make a comeback in June 2018, just seven months after announcing the closure of all 29 outlets islandwide the year before. The beloved Spanish fro-yo chain returned with its signature customisable cups, allowing customers to mix and match from eight types of fresh fruits, five crunchy toppings — from almond crocanti candies to Biscoff cookies — and eight sauces, including passionfruit and dulce de leche (a caramelised milk sauce). Cups start from $6.70, with a discounted price of $4.90 available for students.

14 outlets islandwide including at Suntec City, Wisma Atria and Tampines 1.