As a foodie paradise, it makes sense that Singapore has an apparent love for food courts. I mean, a wide variety of foods and cuisines all in one place? Now that’s what I call peak convenience!
But with so many food courts packed into our little island, only the truly unique concepts manage to stand out — or those backed by iconic brands that keep loyal customers coming back for more.
When it comes to Makan Street, the new food court located on the third level of IMM (the level where Daiso is), they’ve both.
Not only is Makan Street the first food court in Singapore to spot a European-inspired interior but also marks Chang Cheng’s debut into the shopping mall scene.
Chang Cheng used to be a modest economic rice store when it first opened in 1994. Fast forward to now, there’s nothing modest about them as they boast over 220 food outlets and 28 coffee shops under their name. Makan Street is their latest venture and I bet it won’t be the last.
At Makan Street, you can look forward to more than 18 food stalls — all offering a diverse culinary selection. Six of these stalls served halal food, so to our Muslim friends, you won’t feel excluded!
Feeling absolutely famished that day (thank goodness!), I dove straight into ordering — and I definitely didn’t hold back from getting more than one dish. My first dish was the Mutton Curry Rice Set (S$9.80) from The Green Aroma.
Not gonna lie, I chose this rice set purely for the blue rice I saw on the menu. As such, I was a tad disappointed when it didn’t make it to my plate (not sure if it ran out). Nonetheless, I was craving biryani and this dish didn’t let me down in that department.
The dish comes served on a banana leaf, adding an authentic Indian touch and elevating the aroma to even more heavenly heights. The mutton was soft and tender, while the basmati rice possessed strong notes of spices.
From the vegetables to the papadam, everything was spot on, which can be a rare treat for a non-Indian restaurant. It’s safe to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this dish and would no doubt come back for another.
I also got myself the dry version of the ever-classic Big Prawn Noodle with Pork Ribs (from S$5.50) for my second dish. Liang Zai Prawn Noodle has been around for ages, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that their dish hit all the right notes.
The prawns were big and juicy, and the prawn mee was rich and saucy to the point I had no need to pour in the prawn broth (which was super savoury!) that was served on the side.
Just a heads-up, the chilli does pack quite a punch. For those who can’t take their spice well, I’d suggest asking the store to go easy on it.
Other stalls that caught my eye include the popular Qiu Lian Ban Mee, Rong Kee HK Roasted Delights, Cik Lim Yong Tau Foo, and of course, Chang Cheng Mixed Rice.
I then washed it all down with some coke with lime from the Drinks Avenue. And, no, it wasn’t any ordinary coke with lime. Instead, it’s an Iced Fizzy Coca Cola with Lime that’s served in an ‘Ikat Tepi’, which is essentially a plastic bag.
No worries — the bag is hooked onto a metal stand, so you can sip without having to hold your drink the whole time. Plus, you can take the metal stand home, which you can use to hang personal items like necklaces or keys.
Another beverage I treated myself to was T-BAR’s Signature Fruit Tea (S$4.50) — a light and refreshing tea mixed with a bunch of tropical fruits. The drink struck the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, making it an ideal dessert to follow a hearty, savoury meal.
With their wide range of cuisines and airy, spacious setting, I can easily see Makan Street bustling with both lunch and dinner crowds.
Ready to explore this indoor food haven?
Makan Street 福满街
📍2 Jurong East Street 21, #03-55 IMM Outlet Mall, Singapore 609601
🕐 8am–10pm (Daily)
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Photos by Sheree Chua
