The last time I popped by Tiong Bahru Market, I was greeted by closed shutters and a boarded-off market. A banner strung across read that it was closed for renovations, which to me meant, “Goodbye for now, monthly lor mee!” Now that the hawker centre is reopening soon on 14 July 2025, here are the best Tiong Bahru Market stalls that I will always return to.
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A plate of Fried Kway Teow ($3/$4) from Tiong Bahru Fried Kway Teow promises moist and savoury noodles with a hint of sweetness. Accompanying the base were slices of fish cake, lapcheong, bean sprouts, and cockles, which were fresh and juicy. This is a plate that can curb all your char kway teow cravings.
If you love char kway teow as much as we do, read our guide to the best char kway teow stalls in Singapore. We also have a ranked guide to the best char kway teow in Singapore, where we introduce our top picks.
Unit number: #02-11
Opening hours: TBD
Tiong Bahru Fried Kway Teow is not a halal-certified eatery.
Jian Bo Shui Kueh’s Chwee Kueh ($3.50 for five pieces) has just the right amount of cai po and sambal chilli, and bears a strong flavour of white rice. I can’t tell if it’s the fragrance of dried shrimp in their cai po, the heat from the chilli, or the soft kueh that has me coming back for more, so I’m convinced that it’s the combination of all three. Besides chwee kueh, there are also Steamed Yam Cake ($3/$4.50), Chee Cheong Fun ($3/$4.50) and more.
Read our Jian Bo Shui Kueh feature.
Unit number: #02-05
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 8pm
Tel: 6753 7588
Jian Bo Shui Kueh is not a halal-certified eatery.
I could be biased but the Lor Mee ($4.50) from Lor Mee 178 is all I think about whenever I crave a bowl of flavourful noodles. Slurping down the strands of flat yellow noodles coated with dark, garlicky sauce is more than enough to satisfy, but I always add the Deep-fried Sharp Nuggets for something a little more special. This one’s an additional $1!
Read our guide to the best lor mee stalls in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-23
Opening hours: Thurs-Tue 7am to 1:45pm
Lor Mee 178 is not a halal-certified eatery.
I’ve never actually craved a bowl of fish ball noodles till I tried this. Hui Ji Fishball’s Fishball Noodle ($3.50) has fishballs that are firm to the bite and fishcake slices that are really bouncy. But the biggest surprise came from the soup on the side: sweet and light, perfectly complementing the savoury bowl of noodles.
Read our guide to the best fishball noodle stalls in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-44
Opening hours: TBD
Hui Ji Fishball is not a halal-certified eatery.
To me, an ideal bowl of prawn mee has to have a broth so strong that it’ll have me reeking of prawn afterwards. Min Nan’s version of Prawn Noodle ($3/$4) boasts a light broth, but somehow achieves a rich, robust flavour. Aside from prawn mee, their extensive menu sees Pork Ribs Prawn Noodle ($5/$6), Pig’s Tail Noodle ($4/$5) and more.
Read our guide to the best prawn noodles in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-31
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 8am to 2:30pm
Min Nan Pork Ribs Prawn Noodle is not a halal-certified eatery.
Before I start saying anything, feast your eyes on that fatty caramelised char siew from Zhong Yu Yuan Wei Wanton Noodles. Their Wanton Noodles ($6) is served with a cut of pork from the pig’s armpit, which gives you that beautiful meat-to-fat ratio. The char siew had a sweet crust that encased the savoury pork, and the noodles were done just the way I like them—al dente.
Read our guide to the best wonton mee in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-30
Opening hours: TBD
Tel: 9657 9957
Zhong Yu Yuan Wei Wanton Noodle is not a halal-certified eatery.
Whenever I have a bowl of tau huey, I’m reminded of Sunday mornings when my mum would bring back metal containers filled with hot, silky tau huey to start the day. This bowl of beancurd ($1.20) from Teck Seng Soya Bean Milk was better than the one in my memory and glided down our throats like a dream. FYI, a cup of their Soya Bean is also priced at $1.20. What’s more, the syrup it came with wasn’t overly sweet.
Unit number: #02-69
Opening hours: TBD
Tel: 9786 5103
Teck Seng Soya Bean Milk is not a halal-certified eatery.
Hong Heng Fried Sotong Prawn Mee fries their Hokkien Mee ($5/$6/$7) only after receiving an order, which means you won’t get a plate of cold soggy noodles. I loved how the dish wasn’t too wet but had enough gravy so you could still slurp the noodles down. The wok hei could’ve been stronger, but this garlicky plate was a satisfying one nonetheless.
Read our guide to the best hokkien mee in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-01
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 10:30am to 2:30pm
Hong Heng Fried Sotong Prawn Mee is not a halal-certified eatery.
I’ve always assumed that pork intestines weren’t appetising, but Koh Brothers Pig’s Organ Soup changed that for me. The ones they serve are chewy and not sandy and are thrown into a soup that is peppery and slightly sour. A bowl of comforting soup is priced from $5 here, and you can add a plate of white rice for $0.50.
Read our Koh Brothers Pig’s Organ Soup feature.
Unit number: #02-29
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 7:30pm
Koh Brothers Pig’s Organ Soup is not a halal-certified eatery.
A sip of 238 Coffee Stall’s kopi and you’ll realise this isn’t your typical cup of coffee. The kopi bore an almost velvety texture and had a strong fragrance that helped the flavour linger after you’ve swallowed the sip. We didn’t manage to try their iced lemon tea, but we hear it’s something not to be missed either.
Read our guide to the best kopi stalls in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-81
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 6am to 2:30pm
238 Coffee Stall is not a halal-certified eatery.
You know Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice is the real deal as the stall has been around since 1946. They specialise in one single item: traditional Hainanese curry rice. You’ll often see snaking queues during the lunch rush, as regulars return for their wide range of liao, all at relatively affordable prices. Start with some Rice ($0.80), and add whatever toppings you like. There are Pork Chop ($2), Braised Pork ($2), and Prawn Paste Chicken ($1.50) for the meat lovers, while those who prefer seafood can opt for Sambal Prawn (seasonal price). Finish with a side of Cabbage ($1.20) and if you don’t mind spending a little more, add a Fried Egg ($0.80) for extra protein.
Read our Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice review.
Unit number: #02-67/68
Opening hours: TBD
Tel: 9617 0052
Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
Beef noodle fans might know of Joo Chiat Beef King, a popular stall located in both Chinatown and Tiong Bahru. There used to be another outlet in Toa Payoh, though it’s no longer in business. The Sliced Beef Soup ($5/$7) is as classic as it gets, featuring flat noodles and tender beef slices submerged in a robust broth that’s simmered for hours. If you’d like more toppings besides beef slices, we recommend the Mixed Beef Soup ($5/$8) instead. To beef up your meal, order a side of Braised Beef Tendon ($8.50/$10.50), best shared with your dining companion(s)!
Unit number: #02-35
Opening hours: TBD
Joo Chiat Beef King is not a halal-certified eatery.
Michelin-recommended Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice is a must-visit for good and affordable chicken rice. A plate of Steamed Chicken Rice costs $3.50 or $4.50 here, with the option to choose Roasted Chicken Rice at the same price. If you like sweet and tangy combinations, their Lemon Chicken Rice ($3.50/$4.50) is a decent choice too. No matter the dish you’re getting, we recommend pairing it with their Soya Sauce Veg ($3) for a balanced meal.
Read our guide to the best chicken rice in Singapore.
Unit number: #02-82
Opening hours: TBD
Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice is not a halal-certified eatery.
I’d never come across pink and green chee cheong fun (CCF) until I chanced upon Grandpa Homemade Cheung Fun, a stall selling vibrant, colourful steamed rice rolls. The former is made with dragon fruit, and the latter with spinach! You also get a range of ingredients to pair with your CCF, ranging from the popular Prawn ($5.20) and Char Siew ($5.20), to interesting combinations such as Corn+Pork ($5.80) and Double Eggs ($4.30).
Read our Grandpa Homemade Cheung Fun feature.
Unit number: #02-32
Opening hours: Wed, Fri-Sat 6:30am to 2:30pm, Thurs & Sun 6:30am to 2pm, Mon-Tue 7am to 2pm
Tel: 9092 9382
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Grandpa Homemade Cheung Fun is not a halal-certified eatery.
The 4.5-star rating on Google is a testament to how good Super Shiok Nasi Lemak is. A hearty plate of nasi lemak is priced at $3.50 here, which is relatively affordable for what you get: a good portion of rice, a deep-fried chicken wing, an egg omelette, sliced cucumbers, and ikan bilis. If that’s enough, you can add more ingredients of your choice; Fish Fillet ($1.10), Beancurd Roll ($1.10), and Homemade Otah ($1.30) are just some examples.
Unit number: #02-38
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 7am to 1pm
Tel: 9105 9844
Super Shiok Nasi Lemak is a halal-certified eatery.
I’ve always had a place in my heart for this hip neighbourhood and its food. Besides, nothing could ever quite replace Tiong Bahru Market and their hawkers.
For more good eats in the area, check out The Butcher’s Wife, a vibey restaurant with a Latin-Mediterranean menu. Alternatively, read our Hello Arigato feature for orh nee coffee, cai poh egg sando and more.