The first activities that probably come to mind when you think of Johor Bahru are cafe-hopping, hearty zi char meals, and a massage sesh to end the day. However, if you really want to maximise your JB trip, here’s a tip from a fellow kiasu Singaporean: do your weekly grocery shopping here. St Rosyam Mart is a 24-hour mart in JB, so you can shop whenever you want.Â
The current exchange rate is RM1 = ~SS$0.32 as of 12 November 2026.
For the uninitiated, ST Rosyam Mart is a Malaysian supermarket chain by Sri Ternak Group. It has over 10 outlets around the nation, with its newest outlet at Paragon Market Place being its biggest yet.
There are over 40,000 products stocked here, from fresh produce to household essentials, so you’ll find what you need. Better yet, everything’s said to be priced at wholesale prices. All of the items in ST Rosyam Mart are also halal-certified, meaning Muslim patrons can also get their grocery shopping in.
The standout is the fresh fish and meat section, which feels like a proper wet market. There are fishmongers stationed round the clock to expertly prepare your chosen fish.
Their meat section is not lacking either. There are butchers around to help break down chicken and other poultry into different parts for easy cooking. If you’re worried about your seafood and meat going bad, the store even offers free ice packs.
I initially imagined the space to have a pungent fishy smell; there’s surprisingly little to no odour, as the mart is pretty well-ventilated.
Don’t skip their frozen seafood and meat section, as there are some good deals to be snagged. We found a whole King Crab priced at RM148 per kg, a steal for an extravagant seafood dinner, in our opinion.
Otherwise, a more affordable option is the pack of four Three-spot Swimming Crabs going for RM22.49 per kg. According to online reviews, they’re best eaten cooked in a spiced coconut gravy or in a soy sauce marinade.
Steak lovers will be glad to know that they sell Tomahawk Steaks (from RM188 per kg) too. The size was something else, too; I was genuinely struggling to lift it at first.
There’s also Wagyu Steak (from RM73 per kg) that’s basically the size of my whole torso—perfect for a steak dinner with your friends.
Before you make your haul, do note that SFA’s list doesn’t allow meat products to be brought back into Singapore, and seafood products have a 5kg weight limit. So, cook up and eat any meat you’ve purchased in JB before heading back.
You can also get the TikTok-viral Nims Crispy Choco Tub (RM15.59) here. Try their localised flavours: Onde Onde Crunch and Sirap Bandung Laici Crunch. The former is said to have the distinct ondeh ondeh flavours of coconut, pandan, and gula melaka, while the latter has a subtle fragrance of rose and lychee.
ST Rosyam Mart is located in Tampoi, a 17-minute drive from CIQ Jalan Jim Quee.
Once you’re done with your groceries, head to 365 Bakery, a TikTok-viral spot with over 100 handmade bakes, for your next morning’s fix. If you’re after something heartier, check out our guide to the best JB breakfast spots.
Address: Lot G.01, Paragon Market Place, 135, Jalan Tampoi, Kawasan Perindustrian Majidee, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours
Website
ST Rosyam Mart is halal-certified.
Photos taken by Nivian Chiang.
This was an independent visit by Eatbook.sg.
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