Whenever I jio my friends for a meal in the West, Choa Chu Kang is not a neighbourhood that immediately springs to mind. Yet, hidden within its charming rows of old-school HDB flats, is a myriad of affordable food options, which the estate prides itself upon. Here is a list of 12 best Choa Chu Kang food places worth visiting if you are in the district!
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Jub Jub Mookata is a great option to satisfy your latest Mookata cravings without burning a hole in your wallet. A platter for four sets you back $40, with sides such as Smoked Duck Breast and Marinated Pork Belly. Jub Jub Mookata also serves Slipper Lobsters ($4.90) and Shishamo ($2.40). A must-have side is their Minced Pork ($2.90), beloved by many for its delightfully tender texture.
Address: Blk 810 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 7, Singapore 680810
Opening hours: Daily 4:30pm to 9:30pm
Website
Jub Jub Mookata is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Kam Par Claypot Bak Kuh Teh and Chicken Rice is a go-to place to cure your claypot cravings. Their Claypot Bak Kuh Teh ($7/$14/$21/$30) is thoroughly infused with flavours from pork ribs and offal, leaving you instinctively reaching for a second scoop. The fragrant Claypot Chicken Rice ($8/$14/$20) delivers a robust flavour, owing to a potent combination of salted fish, dark soya sauce and sesame oil.
Address: 143 Teck Whye Lane, Singapore 680143
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 10pm
Tel: 9639 3998
Website
Kam Par Claypot Bak Kuh Teh and Chicken Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
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A stone’s throw away from Choa Chu Kang MRT Station, CCK 302 Foodhouse is a 24-hour joint famed among local residents. The springy mee pok and generous portions of minced meat of their Bak Chor Mee ($4.50) have earned it a loyal following through the years. Their sambal chilli, combined with a dash of vinegar, adds flavour to the noodle’s taste without being overwhelmingly spicy; perfect for those with a low spice tolerance.
Address: 302 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, #01-719, Singapore 680302
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours
CCK 302 Foodhouse Bak Chor Mee is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Another favourite at CCK 302 Foodhouse is Hock Lian Huat Ngoh Hiang Prawn Cracker. Their crunchy Prawn Crackers ($1.80) create a strong crackle the moment you sink your teeth into them. Infused with a buttery shrimp flavour, they complement the tangy sweet dipping sauce. Their house-made Ngoh Hiang ($1.40) is stuffed to the brim with minced pork, providing a firm texture, unmatched by factory-made ones.
Address: 302 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, Singapore 680302
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours
Tel: 6445 5411
Hock Lian Huat Ngoh Hiang Prawn Cracker is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Under the third generation owners of the acclaimed Feng Zhen Lor Mee, Ah Ma Lor Mee delivers a hearty bowl of noodles which instantly impresses. Those going for the Traditional Lor Mee ($4) will find a generous serving of noodles, accompanied by house-made pork balls, fish meat, and pork belly. Their gravy, slow cooked for long periods of time, is reduced to an ideal consistency.
Address: 810 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 7, Singapore 681810
Opening hours: Fri-Wed 7am to 2pm
Tel: 9228 1609
Website
Ah Ma Lor Mee is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Hong Kiat Seafood Restaurant serves up zi char dishes at affordable prices in a comfortable, al fresco setting. The stall offers local favourites such as Curry Fish Head ($28), Chilli Crab (seasonal price), Prawn Paste Chicken (from $11) and more. Pork enthusiasts must try their Thai Style Pig’s Trotter ($25), which features a fried pork trotter coated in an enticing sauce mix of red chilli, shallots, onion and lime juice. There’s also the option for Deer Meat (from $20) if that suits your fancy.
Address: 216 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 1, Comfort Garden, Singapore 689477
Opening hours: Daily 4pm to 11pm
Tel: 6763 0304
Website
Hong Kiat Seafood Restaurant is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Located directly opposite Keat Hong LRT Station, HEY SUGAR is one of the few cafes that sprouted in Choa Chu Kang’s forest of HDB flats. With its All Day Set Menu ($9.90), which comes with a single waffle, ice cream, and ice brewed shaken tea, the cafe is an ideal retreat for any. Unique flavours worth trying include Gula Melaka ($3.80) and Honey & Figs ($3.80).
Address: 818 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 1, #01-06, Singapore 680818
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 10:30pm
Website
HEY SUGAR is a halal-certified eatery.
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Despite being located in a more secluded corner of Choa Chu Kang, Tasty Roti Prata at Berjaya Eating House is beloved by locals for its scrumptious prata at reasonable fares. The prata is both fluffy and crispy without being overly greasy. If you aren’t a fan of their Plain Prata ($1.30) or Cheese Prata ($2.50), Tasty Roti Prata offers Plain Thosai ($1.50) and Masala Thosai ($3) as well.
Address: 253 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 1, Berjaya Eating House, Keat Hong Shopping Centre, Singapore 680253
Opening hours: Daily 6am to 1pm
Tasty Roti Prata is a halal-certified eatery.
If you’re looking for sweet treats in Choa Chu Kang, look no further than Wunderfolks, which has an outlet in the basement of Lot One. With each tart priced at $8, choose from flavours such as Lemon Meringue, Dark Chocolate, Mixed Fruit and more. They also have alcohol-free tiramisu boxes that come in three varieties: Strawberry ($15), Biscoff ($12.80), and Original ($12.80). If you want something savoury, consider their Truffle Mushroom Croissant ($6) and Garlic Brioche ($3) instead.
Address: 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, B1-K18, Lot One, Singapore 689812
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 9:30pm
Website
Wunderfolks is not a halal-certified eatery.
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A favourite of local celebrity chef Eric Teo, Ah Boy Chicken Rice is one of the more highly rated chicken rice stalls in Choa Chu Kang. A plate, which features fragrant rice and juicy pieces of steamed or roasted chicken, starts from $3.80. If you prefer fried chicken, you can opt for the Chicken Cutlet Rice ($3.80). And if you’re more of a noodle person, there’s the Curry Chicken Noodle ($5) to fill you up in no time, too.
Address: 678A Choa Chu Kang Crescent, Singapore 681678
Opening hours: Fri-Wed 9:30am to 8:30pm
Website
Ah Boy Chicken Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Yen Sen Seafood is a Cantonese-style zi char eatery in Choa Chu Kang Crescent. Loved by locals for its homey ambience and extensive menu, the stall specialises in fish head dishes, such as the Fish Head Bee Hoon Soup (from $6). The fish meat is said to taste fresh and separate from the bone easily. Other popular zi char favourites include Sliced Fish Bee Hoon ($6), Seafood White Bee Hoon ($6), and Beef Dry Hor Fun ($6).
Address: 678A Choa Chu Kang Crescent, #01-01, V6 Food Court, Singapore 681678
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 12am
Tel: 9011 5229
Yen Sen Seafood is not a halal-certified eatery.
Another gem located in the basement of Lot One, San.wich offers colourful stuffed sandwiches that are as interesting to eat as they are to look at. Try their signature sandwich, the Soy Garlic Chicken Cutlet And Cheese With Egg ($3), which stars grilled chicken, fluffy scrambled eggs, lettuce, and a slice of cheese sandwiched between two slices of pumpkin bread. We also recommend giving the Spicy Korean Chicken And Kimchi With Egg ($3.20) a shot, especially for those who like the spicy-savoury combination of kimchi slices and chicken.
Address: 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, B1-K21, Lot One, Singapore 689812
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 10pm
Tel: 6970 9949
Website
San.wich is a halal-certified eatery.
Give these Choa Chu Kang food gems a try the next time you are in the neighbourhood for its affordable and quality options! For restaurants in Singapore that don’t charge GST, read our 15 restaurants in Singapore with nett prices listicle. If you live in Sengkang, check out our 20 best Sengkang food places listicle.
Feature image adapted from Jub Jub Mookata’s FB Page, @andyxgw, and JC Sim.
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