Food in Singapore is taken very seriously. The famous city of hawker centers is the true island of feasting, from Michelin-starred fine dining to cheap hawker food. You will always find Singaporeans lining up at coffee shops and local hawker centers and gorging on some of the island's best meals. Simply follow the crowd or stop by any of the food centers you find because whatever morsel lie at the end, it is sure to be scrumptious.
Here are 27 must-try street food in Singapore:
1. Hainanese Chicken Rice - Unofficial National Dish of Singapore
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Best Chicken Rice in SingaporeBoon Tong Kee, Balestier Road (11:00 AM - 4:45 PM, 5:30 PM - 3:00 AM)
Hawker Chan, multiple locationslike Chinatown and Tai Seng
Wee Nam Kee Chicken Rice, multiple locations
Loy Kee, Balestier Road (9:30 AM - 10:30 PM)
Tian Tian, Maxwell Food Centre (11:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Thomson Road; Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice, Kadayanallur Street; Delicious Boneless Chicken Rice, Katong Shopping CentreApproximate Cost for Two: SGD 15
2. Chilli Crab - King of Crab Dishes
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Chilli Crab in SingaporeJumbo Seafood Restaurant, Upper Circular Road (open 12:00 noon - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 12:00)
Momma Kong's, Mosque Street
Red House Seafood, multiple locations
No Signboard Seafood, Geylang
Long Beach King Seafood, 220 Stadium Boulevard (open 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM)
No Signboard Seafood Restaurant, Geylang (open 12:00 noon - 1:00 AM)
Mellben Seafood, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3
Chinatown Seafood Restaurant, 51 Pagoda Street
Approximate Cost for Two: SGD 25-90 (depending upon the size)
3. Fish Head Curry - Oceany and Spicy Fish Head
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Fish Head Curry in Singapore
The Banana Leaf Apolo, 54 Race Course Road
Sakunthala’s Food Palace, 66 Race Course Road
Muthu Curry, Race Course Road (open 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Samy's Curry Restaurant, Dempsey Road (open 11:00 - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Ocean Curry Fish Head, Toa Payoh Lorong (open 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Zai Shun Curry Fish Head, Jurong East StreetApproximate Cost for two: SGD 20-50
4. Fried Carrot Cake - Not the Dessert Carrot Cake!
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Fried Carrot Cake in Singapore
Bee Bee Carrot Cake, 50A Marine Terrace
Good Luck BBQ, Toa Payoh Lorong 8, Block 210
Bee Kee Fried Carrot Cake, Geylang Bahru Food Centre, Block 69
Fu Ming Carrot Cake, Redhill Food Centre, Redhill Lane Block 85
Ghim Moh Carrot Cake, ABC Brickworks Food Centre Stall
Song Zhou Luo Bo Gao, Bedok Interchange Food Centre
Nassim Hill Bakery Bistro Bar, Tanglin Road
Hai Sheng Carrot Cake, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6
Approximate Cost for Two: SGD 5
5. Char Kway Teow - Wok Fried Noodles
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Literally translating to 'stir-fried rice noodles', this Singaporean street food is a staple at hawker centres, getting sold out instantly. Your taste buds will call out this mixture of noodles, flat rice and egg noodles stirred proteins like egg, Lap Cheong which are Chinese sausages. It is also mixed with Chinese chives and bean sprouts. The heart of this dish is lard which makes it super delicious but sometimes for a healthier variation, it is replaced by oil and served with more vegetables instead of proteins. It is often served on a banana leaf to enhance the fragrance with a wedge of lime squeezed on the top.
Char Kway Teow in Singapore
No. 18 Fried Kway Teow- Zion Riverside Food Centre on Zion Road. Singapore
Outram Park Fried Kway Teow- Hong Lim Market and Food Centre, Singapore
Outram Park Fried Kway Teow Mee, Upper Cross Street (open 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Hill Street Fried Kway Teow, Bedok South Market and Food Centre (open 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Chomp Chomp Fried Kway Teow Mee, Chomp Chomp Food Centre (open 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
The Banana Leaf Apollo, Race Course Road;
Samy’s Curry, Dempsey Road;
Zai Shun Curry Fish Head, Jurong East Street
Approximate Cost for two: SGD 8
6. Kaya Toast - Breakfast Staple of Singapore
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Kaya Toast in SingaporeKilliney Kopitiam: 67 Killiney Road, Singapore
Chin Mee Chin Confectionery, East Coast Road (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)Heap Seng Leong, North Bridge Road (open 4:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Ah Seng Coffee, Maxwell Road (open 5:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
Ya Kun Kaya Toast, China StreetApproximate Cost for two: SGD 1-3
7. Laksa - Favourite Street Food of Singapore
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Laksa in Singapore328 Katong Laksa, East Coast Road (open 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Sungei Road laksa: Blk 27 Jalan Berseha, Singapore
Depot Road Zhen Shan Mei Claypot Laksa, Bukit Merah Lane (open 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM)
Janggut Laksa, Queensway Shopping Centre (open 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)Approximate Cost for two: SGD 8
8. Roti Prata - The Indian Singaporean Dish
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Roti Prata in SingaporeCasuarina Curry, Casuarina Road (open 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
The Roti Prata House: 246M Upper Thomson Road, Singapore
Mr and Mrs Mohgan's Super Crispy Roti Prata, Crane Road (open 6:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
Sin Ming Roti Prata, Sin Ming Road (open 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM)Approximate Cost for Two: SGD 14
9. Satay - Meat on Skewers
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Satay in SingaporeFang Yuan Satay, Toa Payoh Food Centre (open 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
Shi Xiang Stat, Chinatown Complex (open 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Chong Pang Huat, Gourmet Street (open 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
Zhen Shan Mei Claypot Laksa, Bukit Merah Lane
Janggut Laksa, East Coast Road
Katong Laksa, East Coast Road
Alhambra Satay, Geylang Serai Food Centre
Satay By The Bay, Marina Gardens Dr
Kwong Satay, Bukit Batok Cres
Approximate Cost for Two: SGD 20
10. Bak Chor Mee - Minced Meat Noodles
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Bak Chor Mee in SingaporeTai Hwa Pork Noodle: Blk 466 Crawford Lane, Singapore
Lai Heng Mushroom Minced Meat Mee, Lorong Toa Payoh (open 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
Poh Minced Meat Noodle, Bedok North Street (open 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM)
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle, Crawford Lane (open 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM)
Seng Kee Mushroom Minced Pork Noodles, Serangoon Garden Way
58 Minced Meat Mee, Yung Sheng RoadApproximate Cost for two: SGD 17
11. Wanton Mee - Dumplings and Noodles
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Wanton Mee in Singapore:
Lau Phua Chay Authentic Roasted Delicacies, Blk 120 Bukit Merah Lane 1
Foong Kee Coffee Shop, 6 Keong Saik Road
Guangzhou Mian Shi Wanton Noodle, Tanglin Halt Food Centre
Koung’s Wanton Mee, Sims Ave
6th Avenue Wanton Mee, Sixth Ave
Approximate Cost for two: SGD 14
12. BBQ Sambal Stingray - Barbecued, Spicy and Tangy Fish
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Sambal Stingray in SingaporeChomp Hai Wei Yuan Seafood Barbecue: 20 Kensington Park Road, Chomp Chomp, Singapore
B.B.Q. Seafood: Yung Sheng Road, Taman Jurong Market and Food Centre, Singapore
Chan BBQ, Fengshan Market and Food Centre (open 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM)
Ming-Yen BBQ, Lau Pa Sat Festival Market (open 5:00 PM - 3:00 AM)
Chomp Chomp BBQ, Fengshan Market and Food Centre (open 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM)
Leng heng Barbeque and Claypot deluxe, East Coast ParkwayApproximate Cost for Two: SGD 10
13. Bak Kut Teh - Pork Rib Soup
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Bak Kut Teh in Singapore
First Ng Ah Sio Pork Ribs Soup: 208 Rangoon Road, Hong Building Singapore
Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh: 7 Keppel Road, PSA Tanjong Pagar Complex, Singapore
Rong Hua Bak Kut Teh, Connexis (open 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Legendary Bak Kut Teh, Rangoon Road (open 9:00 AM - 22:30 PM)
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, Chinatown Point (open 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM)Approximate Cost for two: SGD 20
14. Ice Kachang - Ice Dessert
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Ice Kachang in SingaporeAnnie's Peanut Ice Kacang: 20 Ghim Moh Road, Ghim Moh Market and Food Centre, Singapore
Mei Heong Yuen: 65-67 Temple Street, Singapore
Peanut Ice Kachang, Maxwell Centre
Quig Tiang Cold and Hot Desserts, Redhill Lane (open 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
Lye Huat Ice Kachang, Telok Blangah Drive Food Centre (open 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM)
Berseh Ice Kacang, Berseh Food Centre
Smoocht, Jurong East Street
Jin Jin Dessert, ABC Brickworks Food CentreApproximate Cost for Two: SGD 8
15. Singapore Sling - The Singaporean Discovery
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Singapore Sling in Singapore
Adrift by David Myers, Bayfront Avenue (open 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Post Bar, Fullerton Square (open 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM)
Halia, Raffles Hotel (open 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM)Approximate Cost for two: Upwards of SGD 20
16. Fish Bee Hoon
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Where to eat
Jing Hua Sliced Fish Bee Hoon, Maxwell Food Centre; Beach Road Fish Bee Hoon, Whampoa Drive Makan Place; Fai Kee Fish head Bee Hoon, Commonwealth Crescent Market
17. Orh Luak - Oyster Omelette
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Where to eat
Ah Chuan Fried Oyster Omelette, Toa Payoh Lor 7 Food Centre Stall; Hup Kee Fried Oyster Omelette, Newton Circus Food Centre; Ang Sa Lee Fried Oyster, 20 Kensington Park Road
18. Roast Meat
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Where to eat
Kim Heng Roasted Meat, Serangoon Avenue; Hua Fong Kee Roasted Duck, Serangoon Ave 4; Kay Lee Roast Meat, Upper Paya Lebar Road
19. Rojak
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Where to eat
Soon Heng Rojak, Lor 6 Toa Payoh; Brothers Rojak, Clementi Ave; Balestier Road Hoover Rojak, Whampoa Dr
20. Durian
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Where to eat
Combat Durian, Balestier Road; Mao Shan Wang,Temple St; Ah Sheng Durian, Ghim Moh Road
21. Nasi Padang
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Where to eat
Sinar Pagi Nasi Padang, Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre; Tamako Meal, Casuarina Road; Sari Ratu, Pahang Street
22. Nasi Lemak
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Where to eat
Selera Rasa Nasi Lemak,Adam Road; Ponggol Nasi Lemak Centre, Upper Serangoon Road; Chong Pang Nasi Lemak, Sembawang Road
23. Murtabak
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Where to eat
Singapore Zam Zam, Bridge Road; Victory Restaurant, North Bridge Road; Pancake Boss, North Bridge Road
24. Peranakan Food
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Where to eat
Daisy’s Dream Kitchen, West Coast Road; Tingkat PeraMakan, Owen Road; The Peranakan Restaurant Singapore, Orchard Road
25. Hokkien Mee
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Where to eat
Original Serangoon Fried Hokkien Mee, Serangoon Road; Ah Hock Fried Hokkien Noodles, Kensington Park Road; Eng Ho Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee, Ang Mo Kio Avenue
26. Curry Puff
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Where to eat
Tip Top Curry Puff, Ang Mo Kio Ave; 1A Curry Puff, Orchard Road; Amk Curry Puff, Toa Payoh Central
27. Dim Sum
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Where to eat
Swee Choon Tim Sum, Jalan Besar; Wen Dao Shi, Sims Ave; Tim Ho Wan, Toa Payoh Lorong
Street Food Stalls in Singapore
1. Hong Lim Market & Food Centre
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It is a bustling hawker center that comes alive at night. Located in the heart of the city, it offers a wide range of local delicacies such as Hokkien mee, laksa, and chicken rice. The market is a popular spot among locals and tourists alike and is a must-visit for anyone looking to sample Singaporean street food. The market also offers a range of fresh produce, seafood, and meat, making it a great spot for grocery shopping.
Known for: Local delicacies and fresh produce
Timings: 6 pm to 10 pm
Location: 531A Upper Cross Street
Nearest MRT Station: Chinatown MRT Station (NE4)
2. Bangkit Market
Located in the northwestern part of Singapore and is a hidden gem that is often overlooked by tourists. The market is famous for its wide range of local dishes, including the popular nasi lemak and prawn noodles. Visitors can also shop for fresh produce, clothes, and household items at the market. The market is a popular spot among locals and is a wonderful place to experience the local culture.
Known for: Local delicacies, fresh produce, and household items
Timings: 6 pm to 11 pm
Location: 258 Bukit Panjang Ring Road
Nearest MRT Station: Bangkit LRT Station (BP9)
3. Lau Pa Sat
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A historic market that has been around since the 1800s. It is in the heart of the city and famous for its satay stalls, which serve grilled meat skewers with a side of peanut sauce. The market also offers a range of other local delicacies such as Hainanese chicken rice and laksa. Lau Pa Sat is a beautiful place to experience the local culture and is a must-visit for anyone looking to sample Singaporean street food.
Known for: Satay stalls and local delicacies
Timings: 24 hours
Location: 18 Raffles Quay
Nearest MRT Station: Downtown MRT Station (DT17)
4. 409 AMK Market and Food Centre
It is in the heart of Ang Mo Kio and is popular for locals looking for a late-night snack. The market is open until the early hours of the morning and offers a wide range of local dishes such as fried Hokkien mee, satay, and roti prata. Visitors can also shop for fresh produce and household items at the market.
Known for: Local delicacies and fresh produce
Timings: 6 pm to 2 am
Location: Block 409 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10
Nearest MRT Station: Ang Mo Kio MRT Station (NS16)
5. Pasar Karat (Bazar JB)
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It is located across the causeway in Johor Bahru and is a bustling night market that is popular among Singaporeans looking for a change of scenery. The market is known for its cheap bargains, including clothes, accessories, and electronics. Visitors can also indulge in local delicacies such as nasi lemak and murtabak. Pasar Karat is a wonderful place to experience the local culture and is a must-visit for anyone looking for a unique shopping experience.
Known for: Cheap bargains and local delicacies
Timings: 6 pm to 2 am (Friday to Sunday)
Location: Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Nearest MRT Station: Woodlands MRT Station (NS9)
6. 20 Ghim Moh Road Market & Food Centre
Located in the southwestern part of Singapore and is a popular spot for locals looking for a late-night bite. The market offers a wide range of local dishes such as char kway teow, barbecued stingray, and oyster omelets.
Known for: Local delicacies and fresh produce
Timings: 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Location: 20 Ghim Moh Road
Nearest MRT Station: Buona Vista MRT Station (EW21/CC22)
Things to Keep in Mind While Eating in Singapore
- Be mindful of the different cutlery used in the cuisine - from chopsticks, spoons and forks. Some dishes even require you to use hands
- Be careful about nut and soy allergies, and lactose intolerance - most dishes use nuts, soy and dairy
- If you do not have a high tolerance for spice, ask your chef beforehand to go easy on the spice
- Street-food joints in Singapore sell out fast or have long lines, so reach the joints quickly and avoid the long waiting period
- Don't forget to Instagram your food! #FoodPorn much?
Which food did you enjoy the most? Which dish are you most eager to try? Comment below, and let us know! #FoodLove all the way!
~ Written by - Devyani Makan and Nivedha Narayanaswamy