Singaporeans really love cai fan—thank to its unbeatable combination of affordability and variety. If you’re always on the lookout for wallet-friendly, no-frills grub, then another spot to add to your list is 470 Economic Mixed Veg Rice at Bugis Cube.
You get two vegetables and one meat here for just $2.50. And what’s best is that this deal comes with a free drink, making it super value-for-money if you’re looking for a hearty meal that won’t burn a hole in your wallet.
For veggies, pick from the likes of stir-fried tau gay, fuzzy melon, bok choy, cabbage, eggplant in garlic sauce, bittergourd and more.Â
The fuzzy melon in particular is worth a shoutout, boasting a soft texture that soaks up the savoury sauce well.
FYI: When we reached slightly past noon, the eggplant and bittergourd dishes were completely wiped out—a testament to just how popular this spot is.
For those willing to spend a little more, you can opt for their stir-fried minced pork and long beans for an additional $0.50.
Proteins offered under the $2.50 deal include curry chicken and braised soy sauce chicken, with the former packing a solid kick of spice.
Though the portion of protein was a tad disappointing, with only about three pieces of chicken per serving, we found the meat in both dishes impressively tender and flavourful.
Similar to the veggies, you can top up a bit for other meat options, including sweet and sour pork, lap cheong, and salted egg chicken, among others.
Each $2.50 rice order comes with a refreshing cup of iced lemon water to help you wash down the grease.
470 Economic Mixed Veg Rice is located on the third level of Bugis Cube, which is just a short three-minute walk from Bugis MRT Station.Â
It’s a small eatery with only about 20 dine-in seats, and as dishes tend to sell out fast, we recommend coming early if you’re planning a visit!
In related news, check out 3 Meals Bowl by Bowl in MacPherson for mini zi char bowls from $1.90. Otherwise, read our guide to the best Bugis food places to check out for wagyu ramen, souffle pancakes and more.
Address: 470 North Bridge Road, #02-08, Bugis Cube, Singapore 188735
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat 10am to 3:30pm
470 Economic Mixed Veg Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
Photos taken by Paula Formantes.
This was an independent visit by Eatbook.sg