If there’s anything Singaporeans can agree on, it’s that free things must take. After all, the only thing better than a good deal is not having to pay a thing at all. A new set of CDC Vouchers was released just this May, and each household will be able to claim a total of $800 from now till 31st December 2025.
If you don’t already know, the use of the CDC Vouchers is split 50-50 between hawkers, heartland merchants, and supermarkets. But that doesn’t mean you’re relegated to utilising them at just hawkers and participating supermarkets. Here’s where to use your CDC Vouchers, including things to do, eat, and buy that you might not have known about.
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As part of Budget 2025, a total of $800 worth of CDC Vouchers were given out to all Singaporean households earlier this year in 2 tranches – $300 in January and $500 in May. You can claim your CDC Vouchers for your household by logging into the RedeemSG website via your Singpass account, and these vouchers must be used by 31st December 2025.
Vouchers are given to households, not individuals, where there’s at least 1 Singaporean citizen registered at that address. Meaning, if you haven’t updated your NRIC with your new address, your CDC voucher would be tied to your last registered address.
Also worth noting are the SG60 Vouchers that will be given out to all eligible Singaporean adults aged 21 and above. These will be given out in July 2025 – those aged 21 to 59 will receive $600 worth of SG60 Vouchers while those aged 60 and up will receive $800 instead.
These function exactly in the same way CDC Vouchers do. You claim them via the same RedeemSG website, and you can use them at any supermarket or heartland merchant that accepts CDC Vouchers. The main difference is that SG60 Vouchers are given out to eligible individuals rather than entire households, and are valid till 31st December 2026.
The total values of both the CDC Vouchers and SG60 Vouchers are made up of fixed denominations of $2, $5, and $10, so it’s likely you’ll have to pay any balance in cash, credit card, or bank transfer like PayNow or PayLah!. There’s no change given if you spend less than the voucher amount stated.
From Japanese cafes to breweries, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list so you know where to use your CDC vouchers at.
2 things Singaporeans can never have enough of: Japan and cafe hopping. Which is why Cafe Wabi Sabi is the best place to use your CDC voucher on, as it hits all the marks with their Japanese-themed menu. They’re known for their sandos that are made with housemade shokupan.
The fluffy milk bread is what holds classic fillings like tamagoyaki ($10.90), which also has egg salad and mixed greens; and beef steak ($16.90) that comes topped with caramelised onions. The sandwiches are stuffed to the brim, but if you want to fill up further, you can add on fries for $3.50.
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If you must have rice, there are also various donburi bowls that are served with miso soup. Popular ones include sukiyaki don ($15.90), which has pork belly and an onsen egg; and salmon mentai don ($22.90) with sashimi salmon and mentaiko sauce.
Cafe Wabi Sabi review: The bread was lightly toasted and yummy. The torched cheese gave a light tint of smokey flavour. The white coffee was delightful and well-presented. The staff casually checks if you’re done with your mains to serve desserts.Great ambience to get some work done, and there are power points too.
– jiyong lim via Google maps
Wood-fired pizza sounds like something you’d get at a fancy Italian restaurant, but they’re readily available at Cafe Fufu, a hole-in-the-wall eatery under an HDB block in Redhill. These pizzas are made from sourdough, which adds a tangy kick to the crust. What you get is crunch on the outside, and a tender chew on the inside, making it one of the best places where pizza-lovers can use their CDC voucher at.
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The signature is the Pizza Fufu (from $20), which uses a coriander pesto base that is topped with prawns, dried tomatoes, and chilli flakes. If you want something more conventional, there’s the Pizza Salami (from $18), which sees salami slices on a tomato base. The whole pie is drizzled in a savoury and fragrant oregano olive oil.
Cafe Fufu review: We ordered the salmon pasta and the pizza salami and we both enjoyed both thoroughly. The pasta was not overcooked, and it wasn’t overly creamy. As for the pizza salami, we felt the ingredients were fresh and for a woodfire pizza, the dough was not overcooked & perfectly chewy.
– Michelle Chiu via Google Maps
Tucked along Depot Road lies Bailey and Whiskey, make full use of your CDC voucher at this pet-friendly cafe serving all-day brunch. Known for their Whiskey’s French Toast ($16), the safari-themed cafe has all wooden furnishings and plenty of plants to really complete the nature theme. The floor is even carpeted with artificial grass on which the kids can make themselves at home.
Image credit: @ilivetoeat_jpg via Instagram
For those looking to truly embrace their wild side, they have outdoor seating open to all, fur friends included.
Bailey & Whiskey review: The waffle is fab, but is not on the menu so be sure to ask for it at the counter. The scrambled egg with mushroom toast is another must try! Scrambled perfectly with a generous portion of sautéed mushrooms on a delicious buttery toast.
– S Wun via Google maps
With over 30 craft beers, wines, and spirits on tap, Little Island Brewing Co – a microbrewery in Changi Village – is perfect for those who enjoy their booze. Made in-house using traditional methods, the beers are brewed fresh – from grain to glass.
Image credit: @kevinteosy via Instagram
Available on a rotational basis, signatures include the Stars & Bars, an American IPA, and Naked Lager, which has notes of malt, vanilla, and honey. Prices start at $12 per serving, and vary depending on size. Do note that while Little Island Brewing Co also has outlets at South Beach and Gillman Barracks, only their Changi Village location accepts CDC vouchers.
Little Island Brewing Co. review: This spot is perfect for catching up with friends over beer and snacks. Their beer selection is extensive and impressive, with the ones we tried living up to expectations
– Ashok Sankaran via Google Maps
Where you prefer spending an afternoon with cats or hanging out with your girlfriends at a flower arrangement class, here’s where to use your CDC vouchers for activities.
Nestled deep in Bukit Timah is The Cat Cafe – with 14 snuggly kitties under one roof. Unlike most other animal cafes that don’t really sell food, they have a pretty substantial menu here, with signatures such as Lasagna ($12) and Chicken Mushroom Pie ($7).
$22 gets you 2 hours with the fluffy felines and a canned drink. While the cafe has another branch in Bugis, do note that only the Rail Mall outlet is where you can use your CDC vouchers at.
The Cat Cafe review: The cats were cared for well and the staff were passionate about their work. There’s also art jamming here and it comes with a free drink.
– darren via Google Maps
Diamonds might be a girl’s best friend, but if they’re a little too far out-of-budget, you can never go wrong with a bouquet of fresh flowers. Since nothing shows sincerity like a handmade gift, go the extra mile with Flowers By Sadha’s floral arrangement workshops where you can make your own bouquet.
In addition to the workshops and countless colourful pre-made arrangements, the florist also hosts intimate art jamming sessions, where you can paint and draw to your heart’s content. Like their pre-made bouquets (from $25), the classes are affordable, at $15 for the art jamming sessions and $40 for the workshops.
Flowers by Sadha review: I had a last-minute request for a funeral bouquet. But, Mr Sadha responded so compassionately and made me a beautiful bouquet of white roses, I highly recommend this florist!
– Priscilla Raj via Google Maps
Nobody wants ants crawling around their desks, but these little critters make great pets once you give them the right tank to reside in. You can find out more about these low-maintenance pets by paying Just Ants in Yishun a visit.
The hobbyist shop has all the essentials you might need to turn these would-be pests into pets. They’ve got food (from $1), decorations (from $1), and even formicariums (from $16.90) – pre-built ant farms so you can observe your ants through glass without disturbing their ecosystem.
Just Ants review: Awesome place to learn about ants! The owner is super passionate and informative. Good place to bring the children for a visit.
– Yongzhen J via Google Maps
If you’re picking up a new hobby or restocking your pantry with snacks, enjoy discounts with your CDC voucher at these shops and clear your wishlists.
Image adapted from: @fishingbuddy_sg via Instagram
Fishing Buddy, quite simply, sells all the reels, rods, and lures you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Taman Jurong might be out of the way for some but you’ll just be minutes away from Jurong Lake, one of the legal fishing spots in Singapore.
Since you’re already out West, take a gander through the neighbourhood. There are plenty of things to do in Jurong, such as a Japanese onsen and Singapore’s oldest dragon kiln to check out.
Fishing Buddy review: The store is well-stocked, and the staff was very knowledgeable and really helped me out on choosing a few lures for a beginner fisherman.
– Wee Seng Teo via Google Maps
Image credit: The Red Marker via Google Maps
You don’t need to be a weeb to know what konbinis are – high-level convenience stores that are iconic in Japan, but practically non-existent in Singapore. Not entirely though; on Upper Bukit Timah Road sits Hitoyoshi Yakiniku & Mart, a Japanese-style konbini that may very well be one of the only ones of its kind on the island.
Image credit: @taroxtaco via Instagram
Split into mart and restaurant sections, the former stocks nostalgic Japanese snacks, drinks and fresh foods while the latter specialises in yakiniku, made with special cuts of imported Japanese Wagyu beef.
Hitoyoshi Yakiniku & Mart review: The food here is absolutely delicious! The meats are fresh and it is fun to cook with kids.
– YUE GU via Google Maps
If you grew up in the 90s, department store runs were probably a big part of your childhood. Though most of the OGs like Tangs and John Little are now obsolete, Kiddy Palace is a close reminder of what once was.
Image credit: @kiddypalacesg via Instagram
Specialising in children’s and maternity products, the department store chain is a one-stop shop for parents, with everything from toys to toothbrushes in one place. Plus, most of their products are heavily discounted in comparison to retail, a welcome surprise considering how expensive parenting can be.
While the chain has branches all over the island, do note that only the Toa Payoh outlet accepts CDC vouchers.
Kiddy Palace review: Huge store and well stocked with every imaginable baby and maternity products, plus there’s a good selection to choose from.
– Kenneth Goh via Google Maps
Late Morning is the best place to use your CDC voucher on if you’re looking to deck out your Japandi-inspired home. It’s a quaint lifestyle store in Chinatown which stocks a selection of homeware that give your living spaces a minimalist touch. From pottery crafted by the masterful Japanese ceramic artists to pieces personally curated by the store’s staff from their travels, their pieces aren’t exactly cheap, but they’re made that much more affordable with the use of CDC Vouchers.
Image credit: @latemorning_official via Instagram
There’s even a quiet tea and coffee corner within the store serving various brews to go with your shopping, and feel free to bring along your furry friends for a second opinion too; the store’s pet-friendly after all.
Late Morning review: I couldn’t leave empty-handed! The shop is warm and cozy, making it a great place to slowly browse for tableware and other home items.
– CAYLA YAN via Google Maps
For gamers and gadget enthusiasts wondering where to use CDC vouchers, Gadget Communication Pte Ltd is a top spot to check out for the latest tech and gizmos. They’re a store that deals in all things electronics located in Tampines, so if you’re an Eastie, you’re in luck. The store stocks the latest smartphones like the full range of iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy 25 series, as well as gaming consoles such as the PS5 and even Dyson hair dryers.
Gadget Communication Pte Ltd review: The service provided by the store was excellent. The staff member was friendly, patient, and very knowledgeable about the different phone models.
– muhammad shaffie via Google Maps
Shuttlers looking to upgrade their gear can head right to Sintec SportsCity Pte Ltd in Bedok. They pretty much stock everything you’d need for a good workout if you’ve managed to book a badminton court in Singapore, from the latest rackets to comfy court shoes that prevent you from getting any nasty injuries.
Apart from loading up on shuttlecocks and racket grips, they also provide racket restringing services should your strings snap during gameplay. The owners are also really friendly, and are more than happy to give their recommendations as to what tension you should string your rackets at and what gear to buy.
Sintec SportsCity Pte Ltd review: Even though the store may be small, there is still quite a variety of badminton goods. The lady running the store is very nice and friendly, and the prices are reasonable as well.
– Joelle Koh via Google Maps
If you’ve been thinking about getting a haircut lately, now’s the best time to do so. These salons are where you can use your CDC voucher, along with other types of services.
“Hair” By Common Studio is known for doing, well, hair. Located in Queenstown, the minimalist salon specialises in organic hair treatments. On top of that, they also use eco-friendly products in all their services because it’s just as important to take good care of the planet as it is your hair.
Image credit: “Hair” By Common Studio
More than just being eco-friendly, their services are wallet-friendly as well – hair treatments start from just $68, while a cut will only set you back $25.
“Hair” By Common Studio review: I’ve been here a few times and I never left disappointed. The stylists here are friendly and meticulous, and even gave me styling tips!
– N. De En via Google Maps
We all know that the CDC vouchers can be used by humans – I mean, duh. What many people don’t know is that the vouchers can also be used to pamper man’s best friend; located in the heart of Yishun, Fur Friends’ Pet Grooming & Salon offers grooming services for dogs, cats, and even rabbits.
Image credit: Fur Friends’ Pet Grooming via Facebook
Though they are able to work with all fur-styles, they specialise in teddy cuts, a special technique in which the fur is cut in a rounded manner to create an end look similar to a bear.
Fur Friends’ Pet Grooming review: I’ve been bringing my dogs here for grooming for years. The prices are reasonable and the service is good.
– Veronica Manivannen via Google Maps
Buried within a sea of much newer establishments in Bendemeer Market is Beng Watch Service and Repair, an old-school watch and clock repair shop. With a quirky, retro interior, stepping into the shop feels like going back in time.
It’s run by a sweet elderly couple, and there are no prices here – in true retro fashion, the services are charged on a case-by-case basis. Still, this doesn’t mean they overcharge customers; in fact, several online reviews state that the couple have, on many occasions, insisted no payment be made at all.
Beng Watch Service and Repair review: If you ever need to repair or service your watch, this is the place to go! The uncle here is highly experienced with many years of expertise, and is super friendly, takes great care of your watch, and even shares tips on how to maintain it.
– Danielle Berlandier via Google Maps
They say that the brows are the windows to the face – whoever “they” may be, it’s undeniable that a tidy set of eyebrows can have a dramatic effect on one’s appearance. If your caterpillars are looking sparse, eyebrow embroidery creates the illusion of fuller brows without the need for extensive drawing, spooling, and shaping.
You can get that at Brow Art Asia. Hidden in Clementi, the shop is especially popular among residents in need of an eyebrow grooming. They’re known for their detailed work and minimal pain during the tattooing process. If your brows are gucci, they also offer eyelash extensions and eyeliner embroidery to hasten your makeup process in the morning.
While the chain has other outlets around the island, do note that only the Clementi outlet accepts CDC vouchers.
Brow Art Asia review: They have amazing lash therapists – gentle, meticulous, and always deliver beautiful, natural-looking lashes. I get so many compliments after every session
– Shirley Lim via Google Maps
Image credit: FairPrice
The short answer is yes, you can. You can spend your CDC Vouchers at participating supermarkets and grocery stores, such as Sheng Shiong, Hao, and NTUC FairPrice. Just look out for the yellow CDC decal to identify supermarkets that accept CDC Vouchers
Until about 10 minutes ago, chances are you were one of many who thought that your CDC vouchers could only be spent at the same hawker stalls you’ve been frequenting all your life. From this list, though, it’s clear that that is not the case. From pet grooming to eyebrow threading, you can not only spend your vouchers on yourself, but your pets too. Heck, you can even spend them grooming the hair pets above your eyes.
Cover image adapted from: Fur Friends’ Pet Grooming via Facebook, Paoh T via Google Maps, @ilivetoeat_jpg via Instagram
Originally published on 16th June 2022. Last updated by Khoo Yong Hao on 18th July 2025.
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