What is the Singapore Banana Pie?

The Singapore Banana Pie is a heritage bake by Dona Manis — a dense, golden banana custard filling set in handcrafted shortcrust pastry, topped with a toasted nut crust. It has been baked the same way since the 1990s in Katong, Singapore.

Where can I buy Dona Manis in Singapore?

Dona Manis has 3 locations in Singapore: Katong Shopping Centre (865 Mountbatten Road), 95 East Coast Road, and Takashimaya at Ngee Ann City, Orchard. You can also pre-order online for self-collection.

Can I order Dona Manis online?

Yes. You can pre-order Dona Manis bakes online at donamanis.com. Choose your preferred collection date and time, then collect your order at our Katong Shopping Centre or 95 East Coast Road location. For island-wide delivery across Singapore, orders are available through UShop Marketplace, Grab, and TikTok Shop.

How far in advance do I need to pre-order?

We recommend placing your pre-order at least 2 days before your preferred collection date to ensure freshness and availability. All bakes are handcrafted fresh daily in small batches, so advance ordering helps us prepare your order with the same care and consistency our regulars expect. You will receive an email confirmation once your order is placed.

Are Dona Manis bakes suitable as gifts?

Yes — Dona Manis bakes are popular Singapore food gifts for CNY, Hari Raya, Deepavali, corporate gifting, and everyday occasions. The Banana Pie and Pineapple Tarts are bestsellers for gifting.

What are the opening hours for Dona Manis?

Dona Manis Katong Shopping Centre is open daily from 10am to 4:30pm. The 95 East Coast Road location is open Monday to Thursday 10am to 7pm, and Friday to Sunday 10am to 8pm. Takashimaya Orchard is open daily from 10am to 9pm.

Does Dona Manis deliver in Singapore?

Yes, Dona Manis offers island-wide delivery across Singapore through Grab, UShop Marketplace, and TikTok Shop. For self-collection, you can pre-order directly on donamanis.com and collect at Katong Shopping Centre or 95 East Coast Road.

What makes Dona Manis banana pie special?

Dona Manis Banana Pie is a uniquely Singaporean heritage bake — a dense banana custard filling set in hand-crimped shortcrust pastry, finished with a toasted nut crust. It has been baked using the same recipe since the 1990s, without preservatives, in small daily batches at our Katong kitchen.

Is the Dona Manis Banana Pie available all year round?

Yes, the Dona Manis Signature Banana Pie is available year-round at all three Singapore locations and online. Seasonal bakes such as Pineapple Tarts are available during festive periods including Chinese New Year.

Is Dona Manis halal certified?

For the most current information on halal certification for Dona Manis products, please contact us directly at hello@donamanis.com or visit any of our three Singapore locations — Katong Shopping Centre, 95 East Coast Road, or Takashimaya Orchard.

Home of the Singapore Banana Pie

Heritage,
Served Daily.

A heritage bakery from Katong, keeping Singapore's flavours alive with care, consistency, and purpose — every single day.

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◆ Rooted in Katong since the 1990s

◆ Handcrafted in small batches, daily

◆ Singapore's iconic Banana Pie

◆ Three locations across Singapore

★★★★★ Loved by locals 4.5 stars on Google

Est. 1990s Heritage Bakery Over 30 years in Katong

Home of the Singapore Banana Pie An original Singapore creation

Featured in CNA · Straits Times Time Out Singapore & more

"I didn't expect a banana pie to stop me in my tracks. This one did."

— A first-time visitor at Takashimaya, Orchard

Why Dona Manis

?

Most bakeries feel like options.

You want something worth bringing, gifting, or queueing for — a pastry that carries meaning, not just sweetness. But most bakery options feel generic, overhyped, or disconnected from real heritage.

The Dona Manis difference

Quiet excellence,
practised daily.

Dona Manis is a heritage bakery from Katong — founded in the 1990s by Mrs Esther Kim Sim, a pioneer of professional baking education in Singapore.

Every pastry is handcrafted in small batches. The banana pie is trusted because it has been baked the same way, with the same care, for generations.

Heritage craft Small-batch baking Consistent quality Distinctly Singaporean

Our signature bake

The Singapore
Banana Pie

A dense, golden-baked banana custard filling set in a hand-crimped shortcrust pastry, finished with a toasted nut crust that adds warmth and texture.

"In a region where bananas appear in countless traditional sweets, the pie reflects a distinctly Singaporean interpretation — a pastry that has been enjoyed by generations."

Texture Dense, moist custard with a crisp nut crust

Flavour Warm, ripe banana with a buttery, golden base

Heritage Baked the same way since the 1990s

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The Bakes

Baked with purpose.
Chosen with care.

Whether you are buying for yourself, bringing something to share, or looking for a meaningful Singapore food gift — there is a Dona Manis bake for that moment.

Pies

Singapore Banana Pie

Our original creation. Dense banana custard, toasted nut crust, handcrafted shortcrust pastry. Baked the same way since the 1990s.

Everyday treat · Host gift · Food souvenir

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Tarts

Chocolate Tarts

Buttery open-faced tarts with a rich chocolate filling. A decadent Singapore favourite, baked with care and tradition.

Festive gifting · CNY · Everyday indulgence

Shop Chocolate Tarts → →

Seasonal

Seasonal Products

From the Apple Rose Tart to limited-run festive bakes — our seasonal range changes with the calendar, crafted fresh with the same heritage care.

Limited runs · Gifting · Special occasions

See Seasonal Products → →

Cakes

Banana Cake Loaf

Savor our moist, tender banana loaf, crafted from ripe bananas and baked to golden perfection. Paired with our signature caramelized pineapple cake and a selection of other handmade heritage favourites, it’s a taste of nostalgia in every bite.

Office sharing · Visiting friends · Corporate gifting

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Craft, Practised Daily

We bake it this way
every day.

There is no shortcut in a Dona Manis kitchen. The banana filling is prepared from ripe, carefully selected fruit.

This is not a story about nostalgia. It is a story about discipline. The same process, the same standards, the same care — repeated every morning.

"Good things take time, and the best bakes are made with care."

30+ Years in Katong

Daily Small-batch baking

3 Locations in Singapore

Baker's hands crafting a Dona Manis banana pie

What people say

Trusted by locals.
Remembered by visitors.

★★★★★

Google Review

“Delicious banana pie. Less browned but has more banana filling. Lovely pie! Will definitely try other things next time!”

Michael Lin

Google Reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

Google Review

“Famous banana pie delicious indeed. Light buttery crust and flavourful chunky banana filling with coconut and almond nuances. Range of baked goods on-point.”

Alice Yong (AliceJomMakan)

Google Reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

Google Review

“Amazing Banana Pie and Apple Crumble. After trying both stores I ended up loving both — they each have their own character.”

Evelyn B

Google Reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

Google Review

“Apart from their amazing banana pie, Dona Manis serves a delightful apple crumble that just doesn’t get enough attention. The contrast in textures is wonderful.”

Namless One

Google Reviews

★★★★★

Google Review

“Charming, pleasant, Singaporean treats. My conversations with the staff were as sweet as the pastries.”

Lance

Google Reviews

★★★★★

Google Review

“When my family and I lived in Singapore 15 years ago, we fell in love with the Chocolate Tarts here. We returned to Japan in 2015 — but we still can’t forget the chocolate tarts and durian puffs. If I travel to Singapore again, I will definitely be shopping at the store.”

「こちらのチョコタルトが大好きで家族でよく買いに行きました。今でも息子たちと『ドナマニスのチョコタルトが食べたいねぇ...』と話しています。そしてドリアンパフも美味しかったな。」

よもも (Yomomo)

Google Reviews · Local Guide · From Japan

Find Us

Three locations.
One heritage.

Visit us in person, or order online for delivery and collection.

Katong

Heritage Store

Katong Shopping Centre

Where it began. Our original home in the 1990s. The heart of Dona Manis.

Daily · 10am – 5pm

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East Coast

Heritage Bakehouse

95 East Coast Road, Katong

The legacy continues. A 100-year-old shophouse where every pie is still handcrafted daily.

Mon – Thu: 10am – 7pm Fri – Sun: 10am – 8pm

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Orchard

Dona Manis Takashimaya

Takashimaya, Ngee Ann City

Bringing Katong heritage to Orchard Road. Find us at the basement food hall.

Daily · 10am – 9pm

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Also available online

Order via our website, Grab, Ushop, or TikTok Shop for delivery across Singapore.

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Heritage, Served Daily.

Most bakeries feel like options.

Quiet excellence,practised daily.

The Singapore Banana Pie

Baked with purpose. Chosen with care.

Singapore Banana Pie

Chocolate Tarts

Seasonal Products

Banana Cake Loaf

We bake it this way every day.

Trusted by locals. Remembered by visitors.

Three locations. One heritage.

Heritage Store

Heritage Bakehouse

Dona Manis Takashimaya

Baked fresh. Ready for you.

Heritage,
Served Daily.

Quiet excellence,
practised daily.

The Singapore
Banana Pie

Baked with purpose.
Chosen with care.

We bake it this way
every day.

Trusted by locals.
Remembered by visitors.

Three locations.
One heritage.

Baked fresh.
Ready for you.