For some of us who grew up in the west, Jurong East was one popular hangout spot for its variety of dining options. Today, the neighbourhood boasts an even larger selection of foodie picks, with everything from old-school hawker delicacies, to newer cafes serving beautifully plated desserts. Here we round up 20 Jurong East food places to visit if you’re in the area!
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Whether you’re Team Pepper or Herbal, the bak kut teh at Joo Siah Bak Koot Teh is worth trying. With over 30 years of history, the Michelin Bib Gourmand stall offers Teochew-style BKT in a casual setting. Sink your teeth into the Premium Loin Ribs Soup ($9), which features two long and meaty pork ribs steeping in a potent, peppery broth. This signature dish is only available before lunch though, so best to get here early! Those who love braised meat should try their Braised Pork Belly (from $6), which sits in a rich lor that has been painstakingly boiled for hours.
Check out our Joo Siah Bak Koot Teh review!
Address: 349 Jurong East Avenue 1, #01-1215, Kai Xiang Food Centre, Singapore 600349
Opening hours: Tues-Sat 8am to 7:15pm, Sun 8am to 3:30pm
Tel: 9111 8129
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Joo Siah Bak Koot Teh is not a halal-certified eatery.
The Bread Gang is a Muslim-owned hawker stall known for their cheese-drenched roti john, hearty burgers, and shareable sides at wallet-friendly prices. A classic is the Roti John ($8) with your choice of beef or chicken. If you prefer something different, there’s also an extensive list of quesadillas and wraps to consider. For sides, check out the Beef Rendang Fries ($9.50) if you’re up for something meaty. The stall also offers burgers in the likes of Nacho Fish Burger ($9)—crispy fish fillet with lots of cheese, sandwiched between fluffy buns.
Read our The Bread Gang review!
Address: 235 Jurong East Street 21, Aiman Cafe, Singapore 600235
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 11pm
Tel: 8280 0084
Website
The Bread Gang is a Muslim-owned eatery.
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Lai Heng Handmade Teochew Kueh is one spot to bookmark for the early risers, as this hawker stall opens from 6:30am on all days except Monday when it’s closed. They make their traditional Teochew kueh from scratch, and usually sell out by 2pm or earlier, so you should try to drop by as early as you can. Choose to get your kueh steamed or fried. Familiar favourites are the Png Kueh ($1.40) and Soon Kueh ($1.10). To help cope with rising inflation, a minimum order of two pieces is required if you’re dining in, while the requirement is increased to five pieces, if you want to take away these handmade kueh in a box.
Address: 347 Jurong East Avenue 1, #01-218, Yuhua Village Market & Food Centre, Singapore 600347
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 6:30am to 2:30pm (or till sold out)
Tel: 9455 6341
Lai Heng Handmade Teochew Kueh is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Previously known as Feng Zhen Lor Mee, this lor mee stall has been in business since 1997. They have since changed their name to Yew Tee Feng Zhen Lor Mee. Their original stall is located at Choa Chu Kang, but they also have another outlet at Devan Nair Institute in Jurong East. If it’s your first time trying, get their Traditional Lor Mee (from $5), which comes with toppings including fried meatballs, pork belly, and braised egg. Other variants include the Yuang Yang Fish Lor Mee (from $6) and Crispy Chicken Cutlet Lor Mee (from $5.50).
Address: 80 Jurong East Street 21, #01-05, Devan Nair Institute, Singapore 609607
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7am to 2pm
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Yew Tee Feng Zhen Lor Mee is not a halal-certified eatery.
With more than 20 outlets across the island, this fried rice mogul has become one of the most popular chains for Din Tai Fung-esque fried rice in Singapore. King of Fried Rice’s Jurong East outlet is located in Happy Hawker Coffeeshop, which is a brief three-minute walk from the MRT station.
They’re most known for their signature Egg Fried Rice (from $4.50), which comes with your choice of pork cutlet or shrimp, but if you’re feeling adventurous, try their Mala Fried Rice (from $5.50) or Tom Yum Fried Rice (from $5.50) for a spicy kick.
Address: 132 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-271, Happy Hakwers, Singapore 600132
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
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King of Fried Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
Roast Paradise, known for their KL-style char siew and roast pork, has recently relocated to 132 Jurong Gateway from Bedok. Their Char Siew Rice ($4.50/$5.50) is a crowd favourite, starring thick, caramelised char siew that’s roasted for up to three hours, paired with their signature sticky-sweet sauce. The menu also includes Roast Pork (from $4.50), available with rice or noodles, and Roast Duck (from $15). The latter is great for sharing, and is said to feature juicy and savoury meat with a slightly crisp skin.
Read our Roast Paradise review.
Address: 132 Jurong Gateway Road, Singapore 600132
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 8pm
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Roast Paradise is not a halal-certified eatery.
For the uninitiated, Fong Sheng Hao is a popular Taiwanese franchise that does charcoal-grilled sandwiches. Their latest outlet at Westgate opens at 7:30am daily—just in time for you to grab a hearty brekkie before heading to work or school. A popular item is the Pork Egg and Cheese Sandwich ($6.90), which features marinated pork loin, along with fluffy egg and melty cheese. There is even an option to add their specially formulated chilli to give your sandwich an extra kick! Other than Westgate, there are two other outlets in Singapore: PLQ Mall, and NEX.
Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #01-08, Westgate, Singapore 608532
Opening hours: Daily 7:30am to 9pm
Tel: 9757 8550
Website
Fong Sheng Hao is not a halal-certified eatery.
Popular HK cha chaan teng Tsui Wah has opened in the West! Located in JEM, the branch offers their signature Crispy Bun with Condensed Milk ($5++), best paired with a comforting cup of Hot Milk Tea ($4.60++). Also check out their breakfast sets, available daily from 8:30am to 11am. Priced from $9.80++, options include the Crispy Bun With Kaya Butter set, Satay Beef with Instant Noodles set and more. Each set also comes with a drink and a side.
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-38, Jem, Singapore 608549
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 10pm
Tel: 6978 9271
Website
Tsui Wah is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Spicy food lovers should check out the famous Ayam Penyet chain D’Penyetz at Jem. The casual eatery imports its fiery sambal directly from Indonesia, offering you five spice levels from mild to dangerously spicy. On the menu are chicken, duck, fish, beef, and vegetarian options; signatures are the D’Penyetz Smashed Chicken + Rice ($12.50), and Mixed Vegetable with Peanut Sauce ($9.20). If it’s all getting too spicy, wash everything down with the Ice Cendol ($3.50) or Ice Bandung ($2.50).
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, #05-02, Jem, Singapore 608549
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
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D’Penyetz is a halal-certified eatery.
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For authentic Hokkien fare to impress your parents or future in-laws, head to Beng Hiang, a seven-minute walk from Jurong East MRT Station. Open since 1978, this heritage restaurant is known for its modern Hokkien delights such as Deep Fried Chicken Chop with Lychee ($18+) and Coffee Pork Ribs (from $14+). They also have an All-You-Can-Eat-Dim-Sum-Buffet (from $25.80+ per person) during lunchtime. You need to grab at least one other kaki to dine with you though, in order to enjoy the buffet.
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Beng Hiang is not a halal-certified eatery.
With everything on the menu priced under $10, Xi Men Jie is a good option for Taiwanese food fans looking for something wallet-friendly. Situated in Basement Two of Westgate, the casual eatery stands out with its neon-lit signage and bright blue trimmings. Their Braised Pork Rice ($6.50+) is a must-try, featuring savoury braised pork, preserved vegetables, and a hard-boiled braised egg on short-grain rice. Alternatively, try their Shredded Chicken Mee Sua ($6.50+/$7.90+), which is generously topped with succulent meat. You can also customise it by adding extra vinegar, parsley, and chilli.
Read our Xi Men Jie review.
Address: 3 Gateway Drive, B2-03/04, Westgate, Singapore 608532
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 10am to 10pm
Tel: 6517 9610
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Xi Men Jie is not a halal-certified eatery
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For a relaxed spot to unwind, away from the bustling malls, check out Vivavox Cafe, located a few bus stops from Jurong East MRT Station. Here you’ll find a mix of Western and fusion cuisine in a bright and breezy setting. Meat lovers can try their Crispy Panko Chicken ($16.90): panko-crumbed chicken thigh with miso corn puree, charred cauliflower, crispy curry leaf, and spring onion oil. There’s also the Braised Beef Cheek ($21.90), which features tender beef cheek with sweet potato puree, roasted asparagus and lotus root chips, and the Pistachio Crusted Salmon ($19.90) for something on the lighter side.
Address: 3A International Business Park, #01-10, Icon@IBP, Singapore 609935
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat 10am to 3:30pm
Tel: 6686 3368
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Vivavox is not a halal-certified eatery.
Fei Fei Roasted Noodle is open for fewer than four hours a day, but that has not deterred crowds from trying to get a taste of their Michelin-recommended roasted meats. It’s a labour of love cooking these meats, as they’re slow-roasted over charcoal every morning.
Try the Wonton Noodles (4.50), which comes with a generous portion of char siew and two large wonton. The wonton here is flavoured by ti po and stuffed with a whole shrimp, while the char siew is beautifully caramelised and features a perfect fat-to-meat ratio.
Read our Fei Fei Roasted Noodles review.
Address: 254 Jurong East Street 24, #01-28, Yuhua Village Market & Food Centre, Singapore 600254
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 8:30am to 11:55am
Fei Fei Roasted Noodle is not a halal-certified eatery.
With skewers going for only $1 a pop, DLLM Lok Lok is a highly popular lok lok joint that opens till 3am daily for all your late-night cravings. This is the eatery’s second outlet, which also gives you free flow of sauces with every order. Dip their Squid and Prawn in the addictive Salted Egg Sauce, which is said to be creamy yet balanced. Hefty eaters can also order a bowl of Ah Ma Mee with Egg ($2.50), which comes in four flavours—curry, chicken, tom yum, and white pepper.
Check out our DLLM Lok Lok review.
Address: 511 Upper Jurong Road, Singapore 638366
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 6pm to 3:15am
Tel: 8518 0115
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DLLM Lok Lok is not a halal-certified eatery.
Located near Yuhua Village Market, Zai Shun Curry Fish Head dishes out plate after plate of zi char fare for Westies in the daytime. Though Curry Fish Head (market price) is in their name, the stall is also known for their Steamed Fish. Prices may vary according to size and weight, but you can be certain that your catch of the day will be fresh. Regular cai png ingredients are also available here, if you’re just looking for a simple meal.
Read our Zai Shun Curry Fish Head review.
Address: 253 Jurong East Street 24, #01-205, Singapore 600253
Opening hours: Thurs-Tues 7am to 3pm
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Zai Shun Curry Fish Head is not a halal-certified eatery.
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ENAQ The Prata Shop is where you must go if you’re looking for crispy prata in classic and inventive flavours. Whether you opt for the Egg Prata ($1.90) as a light snack, or the Chicken Murthabak ($7.50) for a crispy, stuffed treat, you’ll get a dollop of their house-made sambal sauce that is said to draw people in from all over the island!
The Cheese Mushroom Roti John ($5) is also another popular item here, as you get a cheesy bed of mushrooms, onions, and eggs atop a warm toasted baguette.
Address: 303 Jurong East Street 32, #01-96, Singapore 600303
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 11pm
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Enaq is not a halal-certified eatery, but uses only halal-certified ingredients.
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For the past eight years, The Carving Board has been serving up quality Western food at wallet-friendly prices for the Jurong East community. Their convenient location under a HDB makes the eatery suitable for both casual weekday dinners and laid-back Sunday lunches.
A 250g AUS Grainfed Ribeye Steak, which comes with a side salad and fries, is only $26, while a Seafood Pesto Spaghetti will set you back $13! Considering that the latter is chock full of squid, prawns, and blue mussels, the pasta is extremely value-for-money!
Address: 252 Jurong East Street 24, #01-107, Singapore 600252
Opening hours: Tue-Thurs 11:30am to 3pm, 4:30pm to 10pm, Fri 11:30am to 3pm, 4:30pm to 10:30pm, Sat 12pm to 10:30pm, Sun 12pm to 10pm
Tel: 8108 1052
Website
The Carving Board is not a halal-certified eatery.
Waffl is a Muslim-owned cafe that’s known for their waffle burgers that are sizable, chunky, and plenty unique. They open till as late as 1am, which is good news for hungry night owls!
You should give the Spicy Chicken Waffl Burger ($9.90) a try. It consists of a deep-fried chicken patty and lettuce, layered with mayonnaise and nacho cheese sauce, all sandwiched between two waffles. Another excellent choice is the Kimchi Chicken Waffl Burger ($9.90), which includes the same chicken patty as the previous burger but adds a delicious layer of crunchy kimchi and nacho cheese sauce.
Read our Waffl review.
Address: 262 Jurong East Street 24, #01-489, Singapore 600262
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 4pm to 1am, Fri-Sun 2pm to 1am
Tel: 6993 9470
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Waffl is a Muslim-owned eatery.
Located in Jem’s Kopitiam Food Hall, Abang Curry is known for their curry dishes that combine Japanese and Singaporean flavours. There are three types of sauces—Nanyang Curry, Lemak Sauce, and Pineapple Satay Sauce—you can choose from to go with rice dishes such as Panko Chicken Rice ($7.90), which stars a deep-fried chicken cutlet, and Charcoal Grilled Chicken & Salmon ($14.90) which comes with grilled chicken and salmon. The stall also offers Crispy Curry Puff ($2), known for its ultra flaky and crispy outer crust.
Read our Abang Curry review.
Address: 50 Jurong Gateway Road, Hall, #05-01, Stall 9 Kopitiam Food, Singapore 608549
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Abang Curry is a halal-certified eatery.
Situated in Jurong East’s Yuhua Village Market, this vintage snack shop also serves as a “snack library,” offering a variety of nostalgic treats ranging from iced gems to sugar crackers and kuih bangkit. At Snack More, every treat is meticulously labelled with its product name so you know exactly what you’re getting! Snag these snacks at just $2 per pack, or opt for three packs for $5.50.
Address: 347 Jurong East Avenue 1, #01-91, Yuhua Village Market & Hawker Centre, Singapore 600347
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 7am to 4pm
Tel: 8697 8988
Website
Snack More is not a halal-certified eatery.
We’ve barely scraped the surface, as Jurong East is home to an unending list of hawkers, restaurants, and international food chains. For more recommendations on where to eat in the west, check out our Lakeside food guide. Or if you’re somewhere more central, read our Plaza Singapura food guide for affordable tempura dons, Korean fried chicken and more.
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