Tampines now has three MRT Stations: Tampines, Tampines East, and Tampines West. Since the opening of these train stations, travelling to both ends of Tampines has been made much easier, especially when it comes to accessing lesser-known eateries. Skip the hunt as we have crafted a Tampines East food guide for you.
New Deli Bakery started as a home-based business before opening an under-HDB store in Tampines in 2023. You know their goods are the real deal as they’re run by a baker who used to work at Tiong Bahru Bakery! Some of their mainstays include Vanilla Kouign Aman ($4.80), Chocolate Croissant ($4.80), and Cinnamon Spiral ($4.80), but if you’d like to try something different each time you visit, go for whatever’s on their Today’s Specials list. Some items that have been on the menu are Cinnamon Latte (from $5.80) and Matcha Croissant Almond ($6.80).
Read our New Deli Bakery feature.
Address: 462 Tampines Street 44, #01-66, Singapore 520462
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 8:30am to 5pm
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New Deli Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
For a solid late-night supper, head down to Srisun Express Tampines that’s open 24/7. There are more than 15 types of prata here, starting from the most classic Plain Prata at $1.40, and sweet-savoury options such as Egg Onion Prata ($3.10) and Ice Cream Paper Prata ($9.50). If prata isn’t your thing, consider getting one of their murtabak options. There are four fillings to choose from: Sardine ($10), Chicken ($11), Mutton ($11), and Vegetarian ($10).
Address: 474 Tampines Street 43, #01-118, Singapore 520474
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours
Tel: 6288 5747
Srisun Express Tampines is a halal-certified eatery.
Tipsy Penguin is the perfect spot for corporate lunches, family dinners, and late-night hangouts. We recommend starting with the Tipsy Tapas, where you can mix and match any two appetisers for $24++. Of the nine choices, the Cajun and Garlic Thunder Fries and Crispy Fish Skin with Rojak Sauce caught our attention as we’ve never seen anything like these elsewhere. For mains, you can’t go wrong with Moonlight Truffle Beef Horfun ($25++), a signature dish comprising tender beef striploin, an onsen egg, and charred flat rice noodles.
Address: 300 Tampines Avenue 5, #01-02A, Singapore 529653
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 12pm to 1am, Fri-Sat 12pm to 2am
Tel: 8223 2983
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Tipsy Penguin is not a halal-certified eatery.
For affordable Western food at nett prices, head to Craze Kitchen. There’s surely something for everyone here, as their extensive menu sees plenty of sides and mains. Get started with some Twister Prawns ($7.50) to share with your dining companion(s). An order comes with six pieces of deep-fried prawns, paired with their house-made sambal. We get that not everyone likes seafood, and if you’re one of them, opt for the Signature Chicken Wings ($5 for two) instead. Then, enjoy their popular Prawn Laksa Pasta ($15.50) or Mala Beef Pasta ($18); only get the latter if you can take a bit of numbing spice.
Address: 201D Tampines Street 21, #01-1171, Singapore 524201
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
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Craze Kitchen is a halal-certified eatery.
Toko Burgers is a casual kiosk in Tampines East with wallet-friendly burgers. Their signature burger is the Cowboy ($10.50), featuring a tender, juicy beef patty slathered with sweet-savoury BBQ sauce, smoky cheddar, onion rings, and turkey bacon slice, sandwiched between two soft buns. There are simpler options too; Fun Guy ($8.50) is a great example, combining a deep-fried crispy fried chicken patty with mushrooms, aioli, and lettuce. You should get a side with your burger, so we recommend the Corn Chips ($2) or Tater Puffs ($2.50) if you want something different from the usual fries or onion rings. FYI, Toko Burgers is a Muslim-owned eatery, making it the ideal spot to swing by with your Muslim friends.
Address: 201D Tampines Street 21, #01-1155, Singapore 524201
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 3pm to 12:45am, Fri-Sat 3pm to 1:45am
Tel: 8301 4994
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Toko Burgers is a Muslim-owned eatery.
If you love ice cream and waffles as much as we do, head to this dessert cafe in Tampines East that opens till 1am on selected days. Delato serves your usual gelato and waffles alongside drinks and hot finger foods. A Standard Scoop costs $4.20, while a Premium Scoop costs $5, and you can complete the experience with an Original Waffle ($6). There’s even a Prata Waffle ($3.50) that looks like a crispy croffle, best eaten with a scoop or two of gelato. Besides caffeinated drinks, check out their Soda Float in four different flavours, all priced at $6.90 each: grape, orange, strawberry, and root beer.
Read our Delato feature.
Address: 477 Tampines Street 43, #01-154, Singapore 520477
Opening hours: Mon 6pm to 11pm, Tue-Thurs 2pm to 11pm, Fri 2pm to 1am, Sat 12pm to 1am, Sun 12pm to 11pm
Tel: 8948 9504
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Delato is not a halal-certified eatery.
3 Meals A Day needs no introduction, especially to those who love a good salted egg chicken rice. There’s one in Tampines East, where you can enjoy a delicious meal under $10. Their steady seller is, of course, the Creamy Salted Egg Chicken Rice ($7), but there’s also Salted Egg Pork Ribs Rice ($7) if pork is your preferred choice of protein. We recommend adding a sunny-side-up egg for an additional $0.80 to add extra richness to your rice. Meats aside, the Stir Fried Slice Fish with Ginger and Spring Onion Rice ($6.50) is another popular option, where fragrant ginger slices are added to help cut through any fishy aftertaste.
Read our 3 Meals A Day feature.
Address: Block 201 Tampines Street 21, #01-201, Singapore 520201
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10pm
Tel: 8339 2174
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3 Meals A Day is not a halal-certified eatery.
Another Muslim-owned eatery on our list is Afghanistan Family Restaurant, a spot that’s popular among Tampines East residents. The first time our team tried kacang phool was at Restoran Kacang Pool Haji in JB, where we fell in love with the frangrant bean stew dish. If you’d like to give it a try, you can have it in Singapore, at Afghanistan Family Restaurant! Otherwise, get their fritters on the go—there are banana and jackfruit, among others. As for prices, please check with the staff as we don’t have their updated menu on hand yet.
Address: 201E Tampines Street 23, #01-56, Tampines N2 Shopping Street, Singapore 527201
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 9pm
Tel: 9829 4907
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Afghanistan Family Restaurant is a Muslim-owned eatery.
Bubble tea is getting increasingly expensive in Singapore, but there are exceptions where prices are still affordable for the masses. World Tea House is one such place, where a medium-sized Milk Tea costs just $2.40. You can add toppings to your liking too; there are eight choices priced at $0.50 each, while the remaining five cost $1 each. The cheaper alternatives include taro, pearl, pudding, and coconut jelly, whereas the latter includes mochi, cheese, and crystal ball. What’s also interesting is that their menu is split into different series: Fresh Fruit, Thick Cheese, and Yogurt are just some examples. If you’re considering their Thick Cheese series, the Oreo Cocoa Milk with Cheese ($4.90) might be worth a shot.
Address: Blk 201D Tampines Street 21, #01-1129, Singapore 524201
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
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World Tea House is not a halal-certified eatery.
Family-owned Timestealer Cafe serves up simple, homely dishes all under $15. Even better, there are breakfast, lunch, and dinner options depending on the time of your visit. If you’re dropping by to grab a quick brekkie, there are loaded croissants in flavours such as Egg Mayo ($7) and Tuna ($7.50). For more filling choices, order a bowl of Yakitori Chicken Don for only $6.80, or get the Battered Fish Rice Bowl, priced at $5.80. Don’t worry if time isn’t in your favour, as you can place orders online before heading down.
Address: Block 267 Tampines Street 21, #01-39, Singapore 520267
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10:30am to 7pm, Sat 10:30am to 5pm
Tel: 8670 0039
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Timestealer Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
Tampines alone is a treasure trove of eateries, many of them at affordable prices. Next time you’re wandering in the vicinity of Tampines East, we hope our guide comes in handy.
For more good eats in the area, read our Tampines 1 food guide. Alternatively, check out our Tampines Hub food guide for affordable Japanese donburi and more.
Feature image adapted from @crazekitchensg, @jessiefoodiaries, @foodiecouplecm, @toko.burgers, and @tipsypenguinsg.