Sourdough, Slice by Slice: rumeL Cucina Brings Affordable Italian Flavour to PLQ Mall
Craving a sourdough pizza that will not break the bank? rumeL Cucina has landed at PLQ Mall with a full Italian casual dining menu of naturally fermented pizzas, fresh pasta, and its now-famous Nanyang Kopi Cold Brew, all just steps from Paya Lebar MRT station.
Singapore’s Cheapest Sourdough Neapolitan Pizza Arrives at PLQ Mall
rumeL is the Italian casual dining concept behind one of Singapore’s most wallet-friendly sourdough Neapolitan pizzas, and its PLQ Mall outlet, known as rumeL Cucina, expands on the brand’s original café format with a full all-day menu of appetisers, sharing plates, handmade pizzas, fresh pastas, and desserts. The concept is backed by Hersing Culinary, developed in collaboration with Sicilian-born Chef Silvio Groppelli, who was recognised by Italian food publication Gambero Rosso in 2021 and is ranked the number one pizza chef in Australia.
The PLQ outlet joins rumeL’s existing locations at Bugis+, Tiong Bahru Plaza, and Hougang Mall, cementing the brand’s growing footprint across Singapore. When rumeL Cucina at PLQ marked its grand opening on 8 March 2026, the first 88 customers enjoyed a complimentary Coke and Vanda Gelato with every pizza or pasta ordered. rumeL has also signalled plans to franchise the concept, inviting aspiring operators to bring sourdough Neapolitan pizza and coffee to their own neighbourhoods.
What’s on the Menu at rumeL Cucina PLQ
The menu centres on handmade Sourdough Neapolitan pizzas, fermented for 48 hours for a lighter, crispier crust, with prices starting from $6.80. Fresh pastas start from $7.80, spanning silky strand dishes to hearty baked pasta bakes finished with quality cheese. Exclusive to the PLQ outlet are the Live Black Pepper Crab Pizza ($16.80) and Live Black Pepper Crab Pasta ($18.80), which reimagine Singapore’s iconic dish through an Italian lens, alongside a limited-edition Nutella Marshmallow Pizza for those with a sweet tooth.
To drink, rumeL is known for its Nanyang Kopi Cold Brew, made by steeping Robusta coffee grounds in cold water for eight hours for a naturally sweeter, gentler cup. Dessert lovers can also look out for the rumeL x Vanda Gelato collaboration, featuring Singapore’s first Mochi Gelato alongside freshly made tiramisu.
Pro Tip: Order a 6-inch pizza if you are dining solo or just want to sample more than one flavour — it is an easy way to try the Nanyang Kopi Cold Brew and a dessert alongside your pizza without overordering.
The Story Behind the Dough
rumeL’s signature sourdough base was developed hand-in-hand with Chef Silvio Groppelli, who brought his Sicilian pizza-making background to the brand. Naturally fermented over 48 hours, the dough is designed to be easier to digest than a standard pizza base, while still delivering a tangier, crispier bite. The name rumeL is itself a playful inversion of “lemur”, reflecting the brand’s cheeky, exploratory approach to reinventing both Italian classics and local coffee culture under one roof.
Getting to rumeL Cucina at PLQ Mall
rumeL Cucina sits on Level 2 of PLQ Mall, directly linked to the dual-line Paya Lebar MRT Interchange (EW8/CC9), making it an easy lunch or dinner stop before or after your commute. Drivers can park at PLQ1/2, with carpark entrances along Paya Lebar Link via Eunos Road 5, while nearby bus stops along Sims Avenue, Paya Lebar Road, and Tanjong Katong Road are served by more than a dozen bus services. For exact directions, use Google Maps.
Since rumeL Cucina shares Level 2 with a wide mix of PLQ Mall’s dining and retail options, it is easy to pair a pizza night with some shopping or a movie, without needing to leave the development at all.
Outlet Details
| Mall | PLQ Mall, Paya Lebar Quarter |
|---|---|
| Unit | #02-25/26, Level 2 |
| Address | 10 Paya Lebar Road, #02-25/26, PLQ Mall, Singapore 409057 |
| Contact | No dedicated phone line published for this outlet. Message via Instagram, or order directly through GrabFood and foodpanda. |
| Google Maps | View on Google Maps |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday – Sunday | 11:00am – 10:00pm |
| Last Order | 9:30pm |
Order Online & Follow rumeL
rumeL keeps fans updated mainly through Instagram, and also maintains a presence on Xiaohongshu (小红书) for its Mandarin-speaking audience. If you would rather stay in, the PLQ Mall outlet is listed on both GrabFood and foodpanda for delivery, so you can order the sourdough pizzas and Nanyang Kopi Cold Brew straight to your door.
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | rumel.co |
| instagram.com/rumelsingapore | |
| Xiaohongshu (小红书) | 鹿美儿 (rumeLsg) |
| GrabFood | Order via GrabFood |
| foodpanda | rumeL (Paya Lebar) on foodpanda |
Visit rumeL Cucina Today
Whether you are after a wallet-friendly pizza night or want to try the Live Black Pepper Crab creations exclusive to PLQ, head down to Level 2 of PLQ Mall, or place an order via GrabFood or foodpanda for delivery straight to your door.
