Best Bukit Panjang food placesÂ
As an Eastie myself, the West is not an area I’d frequently visit. Recently, though, on my hunt for more food places to check out, I realised that Bukit Panjang in the West has plenty of delicious grub to offer. This motivated me to put together this list of 15 best Bukit Panjang food places to check out if you’re in the area!Â
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Hawker stalls
1. Ke Kou Mian
I’m sure those staying in Bukit Panjang will agree that the crowning jewel of this area is Ke Kou Mian. Despite selling just noodles and porridge, the stall attracts throngs of people looking to fill their tummies with the hearty fare. Popular items include Pork Koka Noodles and Tom Yum Koka Noodles, priced from around $5. The bowls of noodles come intensely flavoured, with generous portions of vegetables, pork, minced meat, and large slices of pig’s liver.
Address: 163A Gangsa Road, #01-01, Choh Dee Place, Singapore 671163
Opening hours: Daily 3am to 2pm
Ke Kou Mian is not halal-certified.
2. Shi Nian Pig Leg Rice
Shi Nian Pig Leg Rice, known for its outlets at Old Airport Road and Marine Parade, also has a stall at Senja Hawker Centre. Their signature Pig Trotter Rice ($5.90) comes with tender, house-braised pig trotter, served alongside rice, salted vegetables, and a slice of prawn cake. The trotters are praised for their thick, gelatinous skin and a generous layer of fat for an indulgent treat. Offal lovers shouldn’t miss the Swirly Intestine ($9), which pairs perfectly with their house-made chilli dip.
Read our Shi Nian Pig Leg Rice review.
Unit number: 2 Senja Close, #02-11, Singapore 677632
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 8:30pm
Website | Full list of locations
Shi Nian Pig Leg Rice is not halal-certified.
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3. Markozar
A stone’s throw away from Bukit Panjang MRT Station is Markozar. Their dessert pancakes star crisp edges and a fluffy texture that make each bite incredibly satisfying. With tasty ingredients such as cheese, chocolate, and condensed milk, each martabak is a sinful treat.
Dig into the OG Original ($7.50), or indulge in their fancier flavours such as the Nutella Falls ($7.50) and Cream Corn ($7.50). Their cheese goreng pisang range is also worth a shot, with exciting flavours such as Matcha Banana Cheese ($6.50) and Ferrero Banana Cheese ($6.50)!
Read our Markozar review.
Address: 160 Teck Whye Lane, Singapore 680160
Opening hours: Daily 1pm to 9:30pm
Website | Full list of outlets
Markozar is Muslim-owned.
4. Project Penyek
Another gem located in Senja Hawker Centre is Project Penyek by Ansar, a hawker stall well known for its tasty ayam penyet and ikan penyet, AKA smashed fried fish. While most diners come for the standard-sized portions of ayam and ikan penyet, the star of the show has to be the XXL fried Seafood Platter ($88). This ginormous sharing platter feeds about four to five people, and comprises an array of fried seafood such as flower crabs, prawns, squid, and black pomfret. Each tray also comes with rice, vegetables, house-made sambal, and sambal kecap.
Read our Project Penyek by Ansar review.
Address: 2 Senja Close, #02-17 Senja Hawker Centre, Singapore 677632
Tel: 8689 3747
Website
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 8pm
Project Penyek by Ansar is a halal-certified eatery
5. Pang’s Hakka Yong Tau Foo
For some healthier options, visit Pang’s Hakka Yong Tau Foo at Bukit Panjang Plaza’s Hawkers’ Street. Their Signature Abacus Seeds ($5.50) is a rare find in Singapore, as with many other authentic Hakka-style dishes on their menu. Their Signature Hakka YTF Noodle ($7.90) features thin yellow noodles in garlic oil, served with yong tau foo soup. For a spicier twist, try the Signature Curry Hakka YTF Noodle ($6.90), where flavourful curry is joined by al dente noodles.
Read our Pang’s Hakka Yong Tau Foo review.
Address: 1 Jelebu Road, #03-08, Singapore 677743
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9pm
Website
Pang’s Hakka Yong Tau Foo is not a halal-certified eatery
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6. Munchi Pancakes
If you’re feeling for a hearty snack, check out the popular min jiang kueh chain Munchi Pancakes at Senja Hawker Centre. Try their traditional Min Jiang Kueh in classic flavours such as Peanut ($1.50), Coconut ($1.50), Red Bean ($1.50), Black Sesame ($1.80), and Biscoff ($2.30). For something different, go for their Munchi Pancake, filled with options such as Thai Milk Tea ($2), Earl Grey ($2), Oreo Cheese ($2), and Biscoff ($2.50). Don’t forget to grab their Homemade Peanut Butter ($11) or Homemade Black Sesame Spread ($16) to enjoy on toast for a quick breakfast at home!
Read our Munchi Pancakes review.
Address: 2 Senja Close, #02-23, Singapore 677632
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 8:30pm
Website
Munchi Pancakes is a halal-certified eatery
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Casual eateries
7. Tai Wah Pork Noodle
If you love bak chor mee, you’d surely have heard of this Michelin Bib Gourmand stall Tai Wah Pork Noodle. The well-loved stall has a food court spin-off at Hawkers’ Street at Bukit Panjang Plaza, offering their beloved Pork Noodle (from $5.90), also known as bak chor mee. For a more indulgent option, try the Signature Tai Wah Pork Noodle ($9.90), packed with minced and sliced pork, meatballs, liver, wonton, crispy pork lard, and fried ti poh for an added umami punch.
Read our Tai Wah Pork Noodle coverage.
Address: 1 Jelebu Road, #03-08, Hawkers’ Street @ BPP, Singapore 677743
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 9pm
Tel: 8692 5881
Website | Full list of locations
Tai Wah Pork Noodle is not a halal-certified eatery
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8. Ga-Hock Seafood
Image credit: @fernmentedyeast
Ga-Hock Seafood is a spot for old-school zi char. Their Fish Head Curry has been touted as one of the better ones around too. If you’re interested, the dish goes by seasonal prices, so you have to check with the staff upon order. This signature dish is scattered with fried beancurd skin atop the rich and thick gravy. Another must-try dish would be their Sambal Sotong ($12), which features sweet squid stir-fried with potent sambal chilli.
Address: 794 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 678133
Opening hours: Daily 4pm to 9:30pm
Tel: 6314 5725
Website
Ga-Hock Eating House is not a halal-certified eatery
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9. Crave Nasi Lemak
The Kopitiam at Hillion Mall recently underwent a major renovation, and the facelift the food court got is quite something. And it’s not just the hotel-inspired interiors—there’s a host of new stalls to try, with one of them being the popular Crave Nasi Lemak’s first food court stall. In addition to classics such as the Chicken Wing Nasi Lemak ($6.90), the stall also has the Ayam Berempah Nasi Lemak ($9.90), which pairs a crispy, fragrant fried chicken leg with tasty coconut rice.
Read our Kopitiam at Hillion Mall coverage.
Address: 1 Jelebu Road, #01-18, Singapore 677743
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 10pm
Crave Nasi Lemak is halal-certified.
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Restaurants
10. Shan Cheng
If you’re a fan of Malaysian cuisine, you’d have to visit Shan Cheng at Bukit Panjang Plaza. Founded by two sisters from Ipoh, the eatery brings the flavours of their hometown to Singapore, inspired by their mother’s noodle stall. Highlights include the Helicopter Curry Rice ($12.30), a nasi kandar-style dish drenched in three curries, and the Authentic Shredded Chicken Hor Fun (Soup) ($8.80++). Desserts such as the Golden Egg Tart (Pineapple) ($2.40++) and Chicken Rendang Pie ($3.40++) are also really impressive, while their Iced Ipoh White Coffee ($3.30++) truly stole our hearts with its creamy, fragrant smoothness.
Read our Shan Cheng review.
Address: 1 Jelebu Road, Bukit Panjang Plaza, #01-56/57 677743
Mon-Fri 10am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 8:15am to 10pm
Tel: 6877 2419
Website | Full list of locations
Shan Cheng is not a halal-certified eatery
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11. Micun Bibimbap
Image credit: Spakim Tay via Google Maps
Micun Bibimbap, a renowned chain from China with over 1000 outlets, has opened its first overseas branch at Bukit Panjang Plaza. Specialising in Korean-Chinese cuisine, their signature Hot Stone Bibimbap ($7.90++) features a unique mala flavour instead of the usual gochujang. Other highlights include Angus Beef Bulgogi ($11.90++), Cheesy Chicken Rice Cake ($11.90++), and side dishes such as Crispy Fried Chicken ($4.90++). Diners can enjoy unlimited rice refills for an additional $1.50. For heartier options, try the Traditional Stone Pot Dumpling Soup ($5.90++) or Braised Beef With Potatoes ($11.90++).Â
Read our Micun Bibimbap coverage.
Address: 1 Jelebu Road, Bukit Panjang Plaza, #02-17/17A, Singapore 677743
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 9pm, Sat-Sun 10:30am to 9pm
Tel: 8933 6568
Website
Micun Bibimbap is not a halal-certified eatery
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12. A Hot Hideout Â
A Hot Hideout needs no introduction. The mala chain is incredibly popular, with patrons flocking to their numerous outlets across the country, including the one at Junction 10. All their classic deep-fry ingredients are here, such as luncheon meat, potato, lotus root, and fried fish. Their bestseller is undoubtedly the Mala Stir Fry, but they also offer various soup bases, including Tomato Collagen Soup, Collagen Soup, and their signature Mala Collagen Soup. Prices for all ingredients start from $2.88/100g!
Address: 1 Woodlands Road, #01-34/35, Junction 10, Singapore 677899
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 1:30am
Website
A Hot Hideout is not halal-certified.
Cafes
13. Ji De Chi Dessert
Image credit: Orange via Google Maps
If you’re looking for a decent dessert cafe in the area, check out Ji De Chi Dessert at Hillion Mall. Chinese desserts are the name of the game here—these include cold treats such as Mango Pomelo Sago ($5.80) and Mixed Fruit Ice Jelly ($4.80), as well as warm options such as Sesame Paste ($3.80) and Tang Yuan in Ginger Soup ($3.80). Matcha fans can get the Matcha Snowy Ice ($8.50) among other tea-inspired treats. If you have a bit more to spend, opt for the Durian Pomelo Sago ($9.50).
Address: 17 Petir Road, #01-23, Hillion Mall, Singapore 678278
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6906 4679
Website
Ji De Chi Dessert is not halal-certified.
14. Nan Yang Dao
Image credit: Janice Fion via Google Maps
Nan Yang Dao is known for offering Malaysian-style cafe fare, and the Hillion Mall outlet is no different. For a hearty main dish, the Nasi Lemak Ayam Goreng Berempah ($9.90++) is a good option, with a generous serving of coconut rice, fried chicken, ikan bilis and more—it’s not going to beat some of the best Malaysian nasi lemak out there, but it does a decent enough job. They’ve also got noodle dishes such as the KL Chilli Pan Mee ($8.50++), but if you’re looking for a sweet treat, get the classic Chendol ($3.80++).
Address: 17 Petir Rd, #B2-26/27, Hillion Mall, Singapore 678278
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am to 10pm, Sat-Sun 9am to 10pm
Tel: 8855 6673
Website
Nan Yang Dao is not halal-certified.
15. Kopi & Tarts
Image credit: Ah Huat via Google Maps
Start your mornings at Kopi & Tarts. Known for both items in its namesake, get yourself some egg tarts, such as the Original egg Tart ($2.50), Chocolate Egg Tart ($2.90), or Cream Cheese Egg Tart ($2.90), and pair them with some good ol’ Kopi (from $2.10). You can also get them as part of a set—the Egg Tart Set ($4.50) comes with one egg tart and one cup of robust kopi. The cafe also has toasts and pies for you to enjoy!
Address: 17 Petir Road, #01-22, Hillion Mall, Singapore 678278
Opening hours: Daily 9:30am to 9:30pm
Tel: 8013 6216
Website
Kopi & Tarts is halal-certified.
Where to eat in Bukit Panjang
Folks of Bukit Panjang are definitely blessed. Not only do they have an ample amount of good food in the area, but they also have a complete transportation network of MRT, LRT, and buses to bring them there. For more good eats, check out our Hillview and Beauty World food guide!Â
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Feature image adapted from @ajummasg.
This post was originally written on 30 August 2018.
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