NamNam was founded in 2011 by Chef-owner Nam Quoc Nguyen in partnership with Les Amis Group to bring a fresh and vibrant taste of Vietnam to Singapore. Inspired by the colourful street food and cherished dishes of his childhood, Nam set out to showcase the bold, honest flavours of Vietnamese cuisine in a way that feels both approachable and exciting.
At NamNam, we celebrate the rich variety of Vietnam’s food culture, drawing from well-loved regional favourites and giving them a light, modern touch—always prepared without using MSG. Every dish is thoughtfully curated to serve satisfying, memorable flavours in a lively and welcoming space.
You can find a taste of Vietnam’s vibrant streets at our outlets conveniently located in Raffles City, Wheelock Place, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, and Changi Airport Terminal 3.
Come and gather with friends, families, and fellow food lovers to enjoy hearty and flavourful Vietnamese cooking with us in the heart of Singapore.
In partnership with Les Amis Group, NamNam is a casual quick-service noodle bar that is one of the most popular Vietnamese F&B concepts in Singapore. Nam spent the first seven years of his life in Phan Rang in the South-Central coastal province of VietNam before his family escaped to Denmark in 1979 after the VietNam War.
In 1989, Nam embarked on a new life of becoming a culinary student in Copenhagen Culinary Institute. Since then, he has worked in various award-winning restaurants and hotels around the globe – such as The Lighthouse in Singapore, one Michelin star Le Canard Oslo, two Michelin star Aquavit NYC and The Sukhothai Bangkok. During his tenure at The Lighthouse, a concept conceived by the Les Amis Group, Nam picked up a Rising Chef award in 2002 at the World Gourmet Summit.
With a highly creative mind coupled with strong determination, Nam is always operating on the edge of trends, constantly inspired to take a leap of faith with all his creation.
Having seen the impact of service operations on her family’s dining experience since young, Shane is determined to do better for her diners in her role in the F&B industry.
With a Higher Diploma in Tourism and Hotel Management from Taylor’s College coupled with experience in several award-winning restaurants and hotels, Shane brings with her extensive guest relations and F&B operations management capabilities. Her vision for NamNam is to become an established leading brand that constantly pursues innovative concepts and superior guest experiences, and to provide a positive environment that rewards and inspires.
An avid traveler, Shane brings back new culinary approaches and insights from each country she visits. Do say hi to Shane if you see her around at any of our NamNam outlets!
Opening a cafe had always been a lifelong dream of El’s. This saw her start her journey in the food and beverage industry as a barista. Before joining NamNam, El gained valuable experience working as a manager at other restaurants and cafes such as IKEA and Geláre. Holding a Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain, she had also undertaken professional development courses in customer service and team management.
When El was introduced to NamNam by a close friend in 2013, she was drawn to the team’s energy and creativity, as well as the company’s focus on sustainability and giving back to the community. She’s now been part of the NamNam family for a decade and loves the dynamic and ever-changing environment of the F&B industry.
When she’s not at work, El can be found on the badminton court, swinging her racquet and chasing shuttles.
While some float along the tides of life, Chef Ken grew up with a specific goal and dream to be a chef because of his immense love for food. Enrolling into culinary school after completing junior high, he attained a Diploma in Culinary and gained experience from his culinary stints at Genting Highlands, and Little Saigon.
Fresh out of high school, Chef Ken started his journey with little skills but big ambitions. While some chefs pride themselves on creativity, Chef Ken took a simpler approach by ensuring his food remains simple, tasty and satisfies those that are hungry. Joining NamNam in 2014, he worked his way up and trained tirelessly to be where he is today. Chef Ken has played a big part in the expansion of NamNam over the years and enjoys being at the center of a fast-paced industry.
While he is not fighting fires in the NamNam kitchen, Chef Ken swims in his free time to relieve stress and to keep healthy. Try to spot Chef Ken in the kitchens when you visit NamNam the next time!
We always seek passionate and committed individuals to join our service and kitchen teams. If you have a love for great food and a desire to provide outstanding experiences, we offer a welcoming environment where your skills will shine.
The logo is an integral aspect of our branding and can be seen at various parts of the restaurant.
Consisting of the “NamNam Boy”, the logo has become very distinctive of our brand.
The idea was to incorporate a simple yet recognisable logo. The NamNam Boy, wearing a conical hat – an iconic imagery of Vietnam – is most reminiscent of the daily life in Vietnam.
Slurping a bowl of noodles with a pair of chopsticks, the Boy symbolises NamNam’s mission of bringing together authentic Vietnamese street food in a modern setting.
The boy symbol is more than just a reflection of daily life in Vietnam. The logo is also about bringing families to eat together and appealing to all walks of life. The boy symbolises humbleness and simplicity – a place to bring everyone together.
Our colours are a unique blend of earthy tones, comprising shades of brown and beige, complemented by hues of dark red and blue, conveying old-school nostalgia that makes NamNam a truly unique Vietnamese concept.
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