With the release of the highly-anticipated Squid Game season 3, nothing’s been more prevalent during the recent lunchtime chatter than discussing anything and everything about it. From theories about its open-ended finale to the questionable line deliveries by the VIPs, the show’s been the talk of the town, and a couple of local establishments are trying to get in on the death-defying fun too.
If you’re game, here are 7 Squid Game-related promotions and deals in Singapore to check out. Don’t worry, you won’t have to put your life on the line to have a shot at free meals and goodies.
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1. Korea Culture
Free mains & buffet if IC or phone number contains 4,5 & 6
Those who share a certain affinity with the show’s main character are in luck when they dine-in at Korea Culture, a freshly opened Korean buffet restaurant in Changi Airport Terminal 3.
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That’s because from now till 20th July 2025, diners who present the restaurant’s staff with their IC or phone number containing the numbers 4,5 and 6 – a nod to Gi-hun’s player number in the show – can redeem a free main dish and a buffet. Before you try to be cheeky, no, the +65 country code in your phone number doesn’t count.
Don’t forget to save some space for the free-flow Häagen-Dazs ice cream.
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Eligible diners can choose between Chicken Bibimbap or Grilled Chicken Chop for their complimentary main, and as for the buffet, boy is there a lot to look forward to. It’s an all-you-can-eat affair at Korea Culture, so load up on Korean delicacies like kimchi, japchae, kimchi fried rice, tteokbokki, Korean ginseng chicken, and salmon bibimbap.
Promo period: Now till 20th July 2025
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2. Aburi-EN
Play ddakji for a chance at winning a bowl of Buta Don every day for 2025
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For a shot at free meals for the rest of 2025, head to Aburi-EN to throw your name in the hat. From now till 31st July 2025, spend a minimum of $50 before tax at any Aburi-EN outlet across the country except for the one at Chinatown Point to enter their lucky draw to win a free bowl of Buta Don every single day till 31st December 2025.
In true Squid Game fashion, you’ll be able to double your odds by completing in the restaurants’ Ddakji Challenge. An extra lucky draw entry will be awarded to you if you manage to flip your opponent’s ddakji tile successfully. Don’t worry, you won’t be met with a slap to the face even if you fail… we hope.
Promo period: Now till 31st July 2025
Full list of Aburi-EN locations.
3. Suki-ya & Suki Suki Hotpot
Play Five Stones to win a complimentary hotpot buffet for 1
Suki-ya and their halal-certified counterpart, Suki Suki Hotpot, are also looking to jump on the Squid Game hype train, and have imbued their promo with a local twist, nonetheless. From now till 31st July 2025, on Mondays to Thursdays, swing by any one of their 7 locations around Singapore and request to play a round of Five Stones.
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Those deft enough to conquer this nostalgic challenge will enjoy a complimentary regular buffet for 1, with a minimum of 3 other paying adults. The Japanese hotpot joint is known for their decadent soup bases paired with high-quality beef and pork slices, so if you’re a meat lover, jio your friends with the best hand-eye coordination and see if they can score you a free seat.
Promo period: Now till 31st July 2025
Full list of Suki-ya locations.
4. Typhoon Cafe
Play pick-up sticks to win a complimentary slice of cake
Another promo that requires a pair of steady hands can be found at Typhoon Cafe. The popular Taiwan cafe chain that’s known for their mouth-watering desserts is giving diners a chance to indulge in a complimentary slice of cake.
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From now till 31st July 2025, take part in their pick-up sticks challenge at either their Plaza Singapura or Kallang Wave Mall outlets. Single out and pick up all the green sticks from the pile, and you’ll be bestowed a free Ondeh Ondeh or Osmanthis Yam Mochi Cake slice.
Promo period: Now till 31st July 2025
5. Bangkok Jam
Play country erasers game to win complimentary dessert
If you used to collect those flag-bearing country erasers back in the day, you might fancy a visit to Bangkok Jam this July. In case you’re not familiar with them, like their name suggests, the eatery specialises in whipping up bites courtesy of Thailand.
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You’ve got from now till 31st July 2025 to try to win a free serving of Bangkok Jam’s Red Ruby Dessert, which is a concoction of water chestnut chunks coated in tapioca starch served in coconut milk. All you’ve got to do is roll back the years and try your hand at their country erasers game; flip your country eraser on top of your opponent’s and this refreshing treat will be yours to devour, FOC.
Promo period: Now till 31st July 2025
6. AJOOMA Korean Charcoal Barbecue
Match 3 colours in a row to win prizes like abalone & watermelon soju
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Relying on Lady Luck has been a recurring theme throughout the Squid Game series, and AJOOMA Korean Charcoal Barbecue is challenging you to tempt fate too. Relax, it’s not as harrowing as it sounds, as there are no repercussions to their Flip It & Win It! Promo.
Image credit: AJOOMA Korean Charcoal Barbecue
From now till 11th July 2025, simply round up a minimum of 4 pax and dine in at their K-BBQ restaurant to have a go. Should you manage to match 3 consecutive colours by flipping over random panels, you and your crew can redeem prizes such as free watermelon soju and pieces of abalone.
Promo period: Now till 11th July 2025
7. Dancing Crab
Spend a minimum of $45.60 to get a free serving of beer-battered calamari
Dancing Crab is also paying homage to the number 456 that’s so prevalent in the series. They’re handing out a free serving of their delicious beer-battered calamari to those who manage to rack up a minimum spend of at least $45.60 before tax at either their Orchard Central or VivoCity outlets.
Image credit: Dancing Crab
It’s not that hard to hit at all; simply round up your mates for a seafood feast and gorge on their spicy seafood boils, chilli crab bread bowls, and robust black pepper crab.
Promo period: Now till 27th July 2025
8. OWNDAYS
Free “coffin” case for Squid Game-inspired spectacle frames
The appearance of the iconic black, gift box-shaped coffin spells nothing but bad news in the show, but at OWNDAYS, it’s been shrunk down into the size of a stylish, yet functional accessory.
Image adapted from: OWNDAYS
You’ll be able to receive a free limited edition “coffin” spectacle case, along with a special eyeglass wipe and pouch, with every purchase of their new Squid Game x OWNDAYS frames which start at $178. The quirky frames draw direct inspiration from the show, with frames modelled after the scheming Front Man and the emblematic green and white tracksuits the contestants don.
Full list of OWNDAYS location.
Take advantage of these Squid Game promos this July
Thankfully, you won’t have to put your lives on the line when you’re trying to snag freebies via these Squid Game-related promotions. However, you’ll still want to keep a vigilant eye, nay, ear, out for spoilers in your quest for a free meal if you’ve yet to catch the latest season.
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Cover image adapted from: @owndays_sg, Eatbook, Typhoon Cafe