For those who cringe at the thought of heading to Changi Village, you’re missing out. Changi Village Hawker Centre is filled with stalls that offer delicious dishes, and no, it’s not just nasi lemak that’s good here. From Western to satay bee hoon and ayam penyet, the food here at Changi Village Hawker Centre will definitely make your journey to this ulu part of Singapore worth it.
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The noodles at Weng Kee Ipoh Hor Fun have never failed to draw crowds at Changi Village Food Centre. A must-order is their Chicken Chop Hor Fun, priced from $4 a plate. This comes with pieces of crispy, fried chicken crowning a mound of slippery rice noodles that’s covered in a dark, slightly tangy, gravy. For a bigger portion, you can also opt for the $5 plate, which is guaranteed to leave you feeling full and satisfied.
Unit number: #01-18/19
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am to 11pm, Sat-Sun 8am to 12am
Tel: 6545 6425
Weng Kee Ipoh Hor Fun is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Changi V. Dessert House serves up a variety of desserts perfect for those seeking respite from Singapore’s unwavering heat. Consisting of red tea jelly and longan atop shaved ice, the Commando Dessert ($2.30) is a cheeky imitation of the Commando’s red berets from the nearby Hendon Camp. Other popular desserts include the Chendol + Ice Cream ($3.30) and a unique Durian Ice Kacang ($3).
Unit number: #01-08
Opening hours: Thurs-Tue 11:30am to 10:30pm
Changi V Dessert House is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Another dessert spot at Changi Village Hawker Centre, you can also choose to finish your meal on a sweet note with a bowl of chendol. What makes Makan Melaka Cendol‘s chendol sell out fast is the ingredients in it that are freshly made daily. You can get their original Cendol Melaka ($2) or add toppings such as sweet corn, glutinous rice, red bean, and durian.
Besides dessert, you can also get mains such as Nasi Lemak ($4) and Mee Rebus Melaka ($4). On top of that, they also sell traditional kuih such as Ondeh-Ondeh and Putri Salat, a two-layer kuih with glutinous rice and gula melaka coconut custard. Kuihs are priced at $2 for 3 pieces.
Unit number: #01-2046
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 8:30pm
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Makan Melaka is a Muslim-owned eatery.
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The old couple manning Ho Guan Satay Bee Hoon has been at this food centre for 40 years. They make their satay sauce with freshly ground spices and peanuts that are cooked for long hours over the fire. Each plate of Satay Bee Hoon ($5) is drenched in a generous portion of delicious satay sauce, so you won’t have to worry about not having enough of it to go with your bee hoon.
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Unit number: #01-61
Opening hours: Daily Thurs-Sun
Ho Guan Satay Bee Hoon is not a halal-certified eatery.
Million Star Fried Banana is currently single-handedly run by the late owner’s wife, after losing both her son and husband within 18 months. Despite that, she still sells a variety of fried food, such as Pisang Goreng (3 pieces for $2.50), Sweet Potato Fries ($3), and Taro ($1). The snacks are said to be light on the batter and extremely flavourful.
Unit number: #01-49
Opening hours: Tue, Sat-Sun 11am-4:30pm
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Million Star Fried Banana is not a halal-certified eatery.
Situated at a corner of the food centre, Charlie’s Corner serves up unpretentious, Hainanese-inspired Western fare along with a wide range of beers and ciders. They are known for their Fish & Chips ($12.90) that is made using a family recipe, which has been passed down through generations. For something lighter, give their Grilled Fish & Chips ($12.90) a go instead!
Unit number: #01-70
Opening hours: Tue-Fri 2:30pm to 11pm, Sat-Sun 12:30pm to 11pm
Tel: 6543 1754
Website
Charlie’s Corner is not a halal-certified eatery.
Here’s another stall selling delicious Chicken Chop Hor Fun ($4/$5) you’ll gladly queue for. This dish lets you bite into tender, fried chicken wrapped in a crisp batter, and slurp up smooth rice noodles doused in a dark, starchy gravy. Don’t forget to ask for chilli to get an extra kick! Besides hor fun, they also have a variety of noodle dishes including Fishball Noodles and Laksa, both priced from $4 onwards.
Unit number: #01-34
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Sat 11am to 8pm, Sun 9am to 7pm
Amigo is not a halal-certified eatery.
Guang Xing Original Taste Fish Head Bee Hoon sells tasty Sliced Fish Soup ($5/$8/$10) that comes with a broth that is thick, rich, and flavourful. Besides the soup, their Fish Head Fried Bee Hoon ($6/$8/$10) also packs a punch. The owner sells it with black bean sauce or with sambal depending on the time you order it. It’s hard to say when he sells which, so cross your fingers when you head down!
Unit number: #01-31
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 11:30am to 4pm
Tel: 9186 9313
Website
Guang Xing Original Taste Fish Head Bee Hoon is not a halal-certified eatery.
Kampong Lor Mee is a crowd favourite at Changi Village Hawker, simply because they’re open for 24 hours daily! They’re known for their piping hot bowls of lor mee that is made freshly upon order. Try their Chicken Cutlet Lor Mee ($4), served with generous slices of chicken chop alongside a thick, robust gravy sauce. They also sell the Traditional Lor Mee ($4.50) or a unique Yam Lor Mee ($3.50) too. We recommend adding their house-made chilli for a spicy kick!
Unit number: #01-46
Opening hours: Daily 24hrs
Kampong Lor Mee is not a halal-certified eatery.
A trip to Changi Village Hawker Centre without having barbecued chicken wings and satay is almost sacrilegious, so don’t miss out on Jason’s Place. Though they’ve shifted from their previous stall in the same food centre, they still sell the same BBQ Chicken Wing ($1.40 per piece, minimum two pieces) and Satay ($0.70 per piece, minimum 10 pieces) in Pork, Chicken and Mutton flavours. The highlight here however is their Pork Belly Satay ($1.50 per piece), which has a caramelised exterior and a remarkably juicy interior.
Unit number: #01-66
Opening hours: Thurs-Tue 12pm to 9pm
Tel: 8100 8823
Website
Jason’s Place is not a halal-certified eatery.
Of course, an article about Changi Village’s food wouldn’t be complete without a mention of nasi lemak. Hand $4 to the makcik at International Muslim Food Stall Nasi Lemak and you’ll get their Chicken Set which is a plate of fluffy coconut rice with a cucumber slice, fried egg, fried chicken, fried ikan billis, and their highly raved sambal chilli. While their fried ingredients are not the best, their sambal and fragrant rice are what put them on our list of 23 best nasi lemak in Singapore.
Unit number: #01-03
Opening hours: Mon 6pm to 11pm, Tue, Thurs-Fri 7am to 2pm, 6pm to 12am, Wed 6am to 2pm, 6pm to 12am, Sat 7am to 2pm, Sun 5pm to 11pm
Tel: 8400 6882
Website
International Muslim Food Stall Nasi Lemak is a Muslim-owned eatery.
If you’re looking to satiate your orh luak cravings, visit Kun Kee Fried Oyster! At $5, you get a generous portion of fresh oysters stir-fried in a mixture of eggs and flour. The stall’s rendition is said to be well-balanced, with fresh and plump oysters that aren’t too fishy. Otherwise, you can also get their famous White Carrot Cake (from $3) too! Pair this with their sambal for a spicy kick.
Unit number: #01-47
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 8pm
Kun Kee Fried Oyster is not a halal-certified eatery.
You’ve probably seen this stall at many other hawker centres before, but the outlet at Changi Village Hawker Centre is the original. They only serve one dish here, and that’s none other than their famous Hokkien Mee. Regardless if you choose the $5, $6, or $8 portion, you’ll get a plate of yellow noodles and mee hoon in a flavourful zhap, topped with seafood such as prawns, squid, and some slices of pork belly.
Unit number: #01-53
Opening hours: Daily 24h
Changi Village Fried Hokkien Mee is not a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re craving home-cooked food from your grandparents, Hoong Zhai Kitchen is the place you should visit. Here, they serve a variety of dishes ranging from claypot rice, seafood noodles, and even hor fun! Prices are relatively affordable, starting from $3 too. Try their Beef Fried Hor Fun ($5) served dry instead of the usual ones with gravy. Portions are also said to be generous, so you’ll definitely get a bang for your buck!
Unit number: #01-35
Opening hours: Daily 24h
Hoong Zhai Kitchen is not a halal-certified eatery.
Olden Street Bak Kut Teh is a standalone stall at the corner of Changi Village Hawker Centre, specialising in Malaysian-style herbal bak kut teh. Paying $8 gets you a bowl of their Signature Herbal Bak Kut Teh, which comes with thick pork ribs in a savoury herbal soup as well as a bowl of rice. To share, opt for their 2-Person Set at $23, which consists of a bigger bowl of their herbal soup, omelette egg, vegetables, and two bowls of rice.
Besides bak kut teh, the shop has also expanded its menu to include zi char offerings such as Prawn Paste Chicken ($10.80), Assam Fishhead ($28), and Salted Egg Prawn ($18.80), to name a few.
Unit number: #01-131
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10:30pm
Tel: 9035 3500
Website
Olden Street Bak Kut Teh is not a halal-certified eatery.
One of Changi Village Hawker Centre’s hidden gems is Sari Bistari Ayam Penyet, specialising in Ayam Penyet ($5.50). The chicken is known for its strong flavour, having been marinated overnight with their house-blend spices and turmeric! Another popular option is the Ikan Penyet ($5.50), suitable for all seafood lovers. Pair your meal with their house-made sambal, which is said to be different from typical sambal as this one is on the sweeter side!
Unit number: #01-71
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 10om
Tel: 9364 0293
Sari Bistary Changi Village Famous Ayam Penyet is a Muslim-owned eatery.
Despite being pretty inaccessible without a car, the delicious and affordable food at Changi Village Hawker Centre is definitely a good enough reason for you to head down. Don’t forget to bring along your kakis because more people = more stomach space = more food to share!
If you’re looking for more good grub in the area, take a look at our East Village food guide! Otherwise, check out our Mizzy Corner coverage for long-queue nasi lemak!
Updated by Gwen Kyla Lim.
Featured image adapted from @jdroar, @engtingting, Henry Cheng, Calvin Wang, @eaudenaturale, and @porkchopboys.
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