Hawkers and restaurants that closed in 2024 and 2025
Earlier this year, we reported that Lim’s Fried Oyster was set to close in August this year, much to the dismay of our readers. The legendary orh luak stall is, sadly, one of many hawker stalls and restaurants that have shuttered in recent times. CNA even reported that “3,000 F&B outlets in Singapore closed in 2024”—the highest number in two decades. There are numerous reasons for this, but the usual suspects are the ever-rising rental costs and the lack of fresh hawker blood. In this listicle, we look back at 10 popular hawkers, eateries, and restaurants that have closed in 2024 and 2025 so far, as a way of paying tribute to these food places.
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1. Madeleine’s Original Portuguese Egg Tarts
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After 26 years of serving what many consider some of Singapore’s best Portuguese egg tarts, Madeleine’s Original Portuguese Egg Tarts closed its doors for good on 15 August 2024. The beloved Tanjong Katong bakery, which first opened in 1998, closed last year due to the landlord’s decision to sell the rented unit. For many fans, it marks the end of an era.
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Their Original Portuguese Egg Tart was known for its buttery, ultra-flaky crust and silky custard centre with a beautiful caramelised top. Aside from that classic, fans also loved—and probably miss—their Macau Crispy Puffs, which were available in wintermelon and red bean flavours
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2. Soon Heng Pork Noodles
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Popular Outram stall Soon Heng Pork Noodles closed its doors as of 27 April 2024, leaving many fans without their go-to soupy fix.
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The eatery was known for its Bedok-style bak chor mee, served in a rich pork broth and generously topped with minced meat, meatballs, and other hearty ingredients. Though it only opened in 2018, it quickly built a loyal following for its satisfying portions and reliable quality.
3. New Scissor-Cut Curry Rice
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New Scissor-Cut Curry Rice officially closed on 12 May 2025, marking the end of its 30-year run in Geylang. This late-night favourite—unrelated to the similarly named Beach Road stall—was beloved for its affordable plates of Hainanese-style curry rice, often piled high with egg, vegetables, and their crispy pork chop, all drenched in rich, messy curry.
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Despite its cult following, the owners announced they would be winding down operations for good, with no successor in sight. It’s a sad goodbye to yet another old-school gem in Singapore’s hawker scene.
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4. Eggslut
This came as a surprise to many, but Eggslut Singapore quietly closed its last remaining Scotts Square outlet on 28 February 2025.
The American chain made waves when it first launched here in 2021, drawing long queues for its signature egg-loaded sandwiches. They even collaborated with Jumbo Seafood for a Chilli Crab Sandwich in 2023. While its Suntec City branch closed in 2024, the Scotts Square exit marks Eggslut’s full departure from Singapore’s F&B scene.
5. Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
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Ramen fans mourned the loss of Hokkaido Ramen Santouka, which officially closed its Clarke Quay eatery on 10 May 2025. Having opened in 2008, Ramen Santouka quickly became a critic’s favourite, with many listicles ranking them highly on their best ramen in Singapore guides.
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They were perhaps best known for their Tokusen Toriniku Ramen, which came with your choice of soup base—shio, shoyu, miso, or spicy kara-miso—and slices of aged Iberico pork cheek that were a tender level-up from the usual chashu slices you get.
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6. Bee Kee Hong Kong Thiam Sim
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Bee Kee Hong Kong Thiam Sim, a beloved old-school dim sum stall in Bedok, closed their shutters in March 2024.
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Tucked away at Block 632 Bedok Reservoir Road, the humble stall has been around for 42 years, dishing out affordable, handmade Hong Kong-style dim sum that drew regulars from all over. Unfortunately, a combination of factors—including the owner’s worsening hand and foot pains, and possibly rising rental costs—led to the decision to wind things down.
7. Sommer
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Even Michelin-starred restaurants can’t escape this fate. Sommer, a modern European restaurant located at Marina Bay, ceased operations on 26 October 2024. Helmed by Chef Lewis Barker, the 28-seater establishment opened in January 2021 and earned its Michelin star within nine months.
Despite retaining the star for four consecutive years, the restaurant announced its closure, with the adage “all good things must come to an end” offering a bittersweet explanation on their social media page.
8. Braci
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Braci, another Michelin-starred restaurant situated along Boat Quay, closed its doors on 1 June 2024. Established in 2016, Braci was recognised for its forward-thinking Italian cuisine and rooftop dining experience.
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Officially, the restaurant has stated that it is “looking for a new home”, but there have been no updates since the day it shuttered its doors. You can follow their Facebook page for any potential updates.
9. You Xiang Teochew Noodles
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After 39 years of serving affordable fishball noodles and bak chor mee, You Xiang Teochew Noodles at Bukit Panjang Hawker Centre closed its doors on 23 October 2024.
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By affordable, we mean that a bowl here costs as low as $2.70, naturally making the stall a beloved fixture in the community. There has been no official reason provided for their closure, but that didn’t stop patrons from mourning the loss of a cheap yet solid fishball noodles store.
10. Chef Kang’s Private Kitchen
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Chef Kang’s Private Kitchen, the acclaimed restaurant on Mackenzie Road, officially closed its doors on 10 October 2024. Helmed by Chef Ang Song Kang, the intimate three-table establishment was celebrated for its refined Cantonese cuisine, earning a Michelin star year after year.
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The closure marked the end of a decade-long run, as Chef Kang, now in his sixties, opted for retirement without a successor to carry on his legacy. You can still visit Chef Kang’s Noodle House in Toa Payoh, however, which is known for his take on wonton mee.
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Famous hawkers that closed in 2024 and 2025
While it’s unfortunate that these hawkers and eateries have closed in 2024 and 2025, we reckon they will be remembered by their fans in the years to come.
For some waffles that’ll have you feeling nostalgic in no time, read our best old-school waffles guide. For a classic Singaporean breakfast, read our old-school breakfast spots guide.
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Featured image adapted from Masaharu Matsubayashi, Alex Ng, and C K Leong via Google Maps.
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