Pet dog seen eating off plate at Shi Li Fang outlet in Katong, eatery says 'tableware is for diners' use only'

While pet-friendly eateries are a welcome sight for many owners, an incident at a Shi Li Fang Hot Pot outlet at Katong Square has raised questions about dining norms.

In an Instagram post shared on Sep. 10, 2025, a pet dog was seen being allowed to eat directly from a plate at the restaurant.

Responding to Mothership's queries, a Shi Li Fang Hot Pot spokesperson said the restaurant had disposed of the plate "at the earliest opportunity", and that it will "strengthen store inspections and overall management to prevent similar occurrences".

Dog fed meat from restaurant's plate

In one clip, the miniature dachshund was seen standing on its hind legs on a green chair, where it was fed with meat directly from the restaurant's tableware.

The individual documented the dog eating the meat from beginning to end.

Another clip in the same post showed a few other dogs seated on chairs surrounding the table near cooked and uncooked food items.

According to the post caption, written in the dog's perspective, the group had gone on a "sheltered walk" at Kallang and later enjoyed a "yummy hotpot dinner" at Katong Square.

"Our pawrents ordered three portions of non-marinated meat and grilled them for us," the caption read.

Tableware for diners' use only: Shi Li Fang

A spokesperson from Shi Li Fang Hot Pot said the restaurant had taken "immediate action" to dispose of the relevant bowls and utensils "at the earliest opportunity".

Additionally, the restaurant had also posted a notice to inform patrons that "all tableware provided by the restaurant is strictly for diners use only".

"Pets are not permitted to use restaurant plates, bowls or utensils," the notice read.

The spokesperson added: "In addition, we have reiterated the relevant guidelines to our staff and will continue to strengthen store inspections and overall management to prevent similar occurrences."

Mothership has reached out to the Instagram user for comment.

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