Food is more than just survival. It’s a way of life, especially in our Asian context (admin is currently planning her dinner), and it’s how we connect and show love.
Whether we’re spending hours whipping up a meal or sharing our hidden gems with others (yes, Singapore is a diamond mine for culinary delights), food is at the heart of our society.
This time for #AskCG, we’re looking inwards to our unsung heroes, the hawkers who keep us well-fed and satisfied daily.
From wanton mee to zi char and prata, we’re sharing our 10 favourite hawker stalls that never fail to hit the spot.
Our Favourite Hawker Stalls
Sin Ho
Xuan: This is my parents’ stall, and to me, it’s the ultimate comfort food—it really takes home-cooked meals to the next level. Although the stall is relocated, I grew up with memories of my siblings and me helping out by clipping order chits. I think it’s pretty unique that we serve both fish soup during the day and zi char dishes at night, you don’t see that often.
CG Recommends: Prawn Paste Chicken
By day, Sin Ho serves up humble, heartwarming bowls of fish soup. The Batang Fish Soup (S$5/S$7/S$9) features a generous amount of fresh fish in a peppery broth.
But after 5pm, the stall also serves zi char dishes. Come evening, you’ll find the Prawn Paste Chicken (S$10/S$15/S$20) on almost every patron’s table due to its flavourful, crispy skin and tender, juicy meat.
📍 Block 216 Bedok North Street 1, #01-75, Singapore 460216
🕒 10.30am–2pm, 5pm–8.30pm (Wed to Sun), Closed (Mon to Tue)
Soon Heng Handmade Noodle
Jess: The wanton mee here is seriously so addictive that I come here almost every weekend! The noodles are super springy and not that oily, so I can easily devour two portions without getting sick of them. Even when I dabao (takeaway) and eat it three hours later, the noodles are still springy and not soggy at all.
CG Recommends: Wanton Mee
Nestled in Mayflower Market & Food Centre, Soon Heng Handmade Noodle keeps things classic with the humble Wanton Mee (S$4/S$4.50), complete with char siu and fried dumplings.
Looking for something different? Give the Chicken Feet Noodles (S$4.50) a shot.
📍162 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 4, #01-37, Singapore 560162
🕒 5.30am–3.30pm (Daily)
Haji M. Abdul Rajak
Yan: The soup here just feels very homey—it’s light, flavourful, and the best part is that you get to choose your cut of mutton. I usually come with my family, and it’s also kinda cute how most of the regulars are older Chinese aunties and uncles.
CG Recommends: Sup Isi Meat Soup
Head over to Upper Boon Keng Market & Food Centre, where Haji M. Abdul Rajak has been serving their iconic soup kambing since 1955.
Customise your bowl with cuts such as Mixed (S$12/S$14/S$16), Ribs (S$7/S$10/S$12), Tongue (S$7/S$10/S$12) and more. Each serving comes with bread, so sit down and enjoy a hearty old-school meal.
📍17 Upper Boon Keng Road, #01-03, Singapore 380017
🕒 11am–11.15pm (Wed to Mon), Closed (Tue)
The Neighbourwok
Angela: The noodles here are super QQ and the wok hey flavour is on point! I’ve brought a few friends here and they all loved it. I also love that they don’t skimp on the pork lard.
CG Recommends: Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee
Born in 2020 during the pandemic, The Neighbourwork has quickly built a loyal wet Hokkien Mee fan base in Bukit Batok. They specialise in saucy Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee (S$5/S$6/S$8), which features a mix of yellow noodles and thick vermicelli, prawns, pork belly strips, and squid strips.
To complete your meal, try their Chicken Satay (S$0.80), Pork Satay (S$0.80), or Mutton Satay (S$0.90), as well as the Ketupat (S$1).
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📍 177 Bukit Batok West Avenue 8, Get Together Coffeeshop, Singapore 650177
🕒 11am–2.30pm, 4pm–8.30pm (Daily)
Bedok Beef Kway Teow
Wing Xin: I might have an addiction to beef noodles… I try it in almost every Asian country I visit since it’s such a versatile dish, and I love seeing how different cultures put their own spin on it. But nothing beats this comfort dish I grew up eating—I’d sum up this dish as childhood nostalgia in a bowl.
CG Recommends: Braised Beef La Mian
Bedok Beef Kway Teow in Changi Village has truly stood the test of time, having been around for decades since the 90s (and for good reason).
Their signature Beef Kway Teow (S$5/S$7) comes in two versions: Dry and soup. While the dry version features silky kway teow in a rich, dark gravy that’s just gooey enough, the soup version is deeply flavourful and aromatic.
My personal pick, however, is the Braised Beef La Mian (S$5/S$7). With its thick, chewy noodles and aromatic soup, this dish feels just like a warm hug on rainy days.
📍 2 Changi Village Road, #01-45, Singapore 500002
🕒 9.30am–9pm (Fri to Wed), Closed (Thu)
Toa Payoh Rojak
Rei: This rojak tastes exactly like the one from my childhood, it’s like the flavour never changed. Super old-school and authentic. I eat here all the time, and I can’t quite put my finger on it, but it just hits different compared to other rojak stalls.
CG Recommends: You Tiao and Green Apple (must soak in the sauce)
Old Airport Food Centre is a hotspot for good food, and Toa Payoh Rojak constantly draws long queues with its signature Rojak (S$3/S$4/S$5), boasting a thick, sweet, and tangy prawn paste sauce.
The classic mix of you tiao, fruits, and veggies is already good enough, but feel free to add on Cuttlefish (S$2), Century Egg (S$1), or even Extra Rojak Sauce (S$2.50).
📍 51 Old Airport Road, #01-108 Food Centre, Singapore 390051
🕒 12pm–7pm (Mon to Sat), Closed (Sun)
Srisun Prata.Com
Kris: I love that this place is open 24/7! It’s my go-to place for everything, from dinners after work, spontaneous suppers with friends, to post-drinking munchies. And as a cheese lover, their cheese prata is next level. They’re so generous with the cheese, and the prata are huge, way bigger than average.
CG Recommends: Cheese Prata
Prata is a staple for supper, and Srisun Prata.Com nails late-night snacking with its crispy yet fluffy prata, served with curry that’s oh-so-satisfying. I’m never sick of plain prata, but if you want to switch things up, try the sweet Banana Prata (S$3.50) or savoury Chicken Hotdog Prata (S$4).
They also serve other dishes, including Puttu Mayan (S$2) and Nasi Briyani (S$7.50).
📍 418 Yishun Avenue 11, Singapore 760418
🕒 24 Hours (Daily)
Xing Ji Rou Cuo Mian
Emily: Every time I eat here, it feels like home-cooked food. It’s affordable, and the soup really sets it apart from other bak chor mee stalls—it’s richer and more savoury. The long queue is also a good reflection of the food quality.
CG Recommends: Soup Bak Chor Mee (only item on the menu)
Having won Most Nominated Favourite Hawker in Singapore in 2022, as well as being on the Michelin Guide Singapore, Xing Ji stands the test of time.
Since 1968, this popular stall has made its home in what we affectionately know as “Block 85”. Xing Ji only sells soup-based Bak Chor Mee (S$4/S$5), with a focus on its QQ noodle texture and melt-in-your-mouth minced pork.
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📍 85 Bedok North Road, #01-07, Singapore 460085
🕒 11.30am–11pm (Fri to Wed), Closed (Thu)
Yi Lu Fa Curry Fish Head & Steamboat
Glenda: This stall was actually a happy accident! My family stumbled upon this gem one late night at Old Airport Road after spotting an appetising spread on a stranger’s table. That was over ten years ago, and my family’s been coming back since. We always order the same six dishes, but honestly, you can’t go wrong with any dish here.
CG Recommends: Marmite Chicken and Salted Egg Chicken
Hidden at the far end of the Old Airport Road Food Centre, Yi Lu Fa is known for its Fish Head Curry.
You have a choice between Red Snapper (S$20/S$25) and Angoli (S$24/S$28), both served in a thick broth that pairs perfectly with rice. You can also customise your pot with add-ons such as Vegetables (S$2), Beancurd Puffs (S$2), and Beancurd Sticks (S$3) to soak up that tasty goodness.
For a fuller meal, order from their extensive menu, which includes Sambal Prawn (S$15/S$20), Pork Ribs King (S$9/S$12), or even Glenda’s favourite Marmite Chicken (S$9/S$13).
📍 51 Old Airport Road, #01-168, Singapore 390051
🕒 1pm–10.30pm (Tue to Sun), Closed (Mon)
Old Amoy Chendol
Maeve: With Singapore’s climate, it’s always nice to get a sweet, icy treat. I’m always drawn to this spot whenever I eat at Chinatown Complex. It’s so fun to watch the staff shave the ice with that retro machine, and the gula melaka? It’s the star of the show with that perfect sweet-and-savoury balance.
CG Recommends: Chendol (only item on the menu)
Tucked away in Chinatown Complex, Old Amoy Chendol has expanded into a multi-outlet hawker franchise since opening its first store in 2017.
While they only offer one dessert, so much soul goes into their traditional Chendol (S$2.80). Everything is fully handmade in-house (yes, this includes the pandan jelly “worms”, gula melaka, and cold-pressed coconut milk).
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📍 335 Smith Street, #02-008, Singapore 050335
🕒 10.30am–6pm (Daily)
The next time you’re craving a heartwarming meal, check out one of these 10 incredible hawker stalls for the perfect bite. And, use it as an opportunity to spend time with your loved ones—after all, good things must share.
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Photo by Tai Wing Xin.
