Guide to unconventional and unique hawker stalls in Singapore
Don’t get us wrong—we’re all about our $4 cai fan, but sometimes, our stomachs crave a little more… pizzazz. Thankfully, you don’t have to visit a high-end restaurant for something out of the ordinary. If you’re tired of the same old at your neighbourhood food court, it’s time to branch out. Check out our list of 10 unconventional hawker stores in Singapore, here to shake up your lunch routine. Some of these stalls offer modern and international food options!
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1. Ma Cuisinette
Elevated French bistro fare found in a coffeeshop? Say no more. Ma Cuisinette, a French-owned hawker stall, has an offshoot at a coffeeshop near Chinatown Complex. The stall things simple in a no-frills, compact menu—with the Mussels in Cream with Rice ($10) headlining the show. The Bouillabaisse ($11) is also a top pick, AKA classic French fish stew served with rice. Those who appreciate something simpler can go for the Ham Carbonara ($8.90), a vibrant pasta dish topped with a runny egg.
Read our Ma Cuisinette feature.
Address: 5 Banda Street, #01-52, MR1, Singapore 050005
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 8pm
Website
Ma Cuisinette is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.
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2. MareMyst
Algerian food is already pretty unheard of in Singapore, and MareMyst (which translates to “mysterious sea”) serves up just that at Golden Mile Food Centre. Here you’ll find the quintessential Algerian Chtitha Lhem ($8), a beef or mutton stew over rice, and the Chermoula Chicken Rice Bowl ($8), topped with baked chicken and a sauce made with herbs, garlic, lemon, and various spices. The Cheesy Chicken Mash Potato Bowl ($8) is also a mouthwatering option for those who prefer a different form of carb.
Read our MareMyst review.
Address: 505 Beach Road, B1-22, Golden Mile Food Centre, Singapore 199583
Opening hours: Tue-Wed 11am to 7pm, Fri-Sun 11am to 7pm
Tel: 8901 9722
Website
MareMyst is a Muslim-owned eatery.
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3. Eightisfy Western
Eightstify Western at Maddox Canteen Bar is where you want to be for handmade pasta with premium ingredients. Their Squidink Tagliatelle ($19.80) is a sight to behold—inky tagliatelle tossed in a creamy tomato sauce, and topped with smoky, grilled tiger prawns. The Mini Lobster Tagliolini ($21.80) is equally impressive, blending rich lobster with a zesty tomato base. There are more pasta options on the menu, but do note that the handmade pastas are only available during dinner service.
Read our Eightstify Western review.
Address: 3752 Bukit Merah Central, Maddox Canteen Bar, Singapore 159848
Opening hours: Tue–Fri 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5:30pm to 8pm, Sat 5:30pm to 8pm
Website
Eightisfy Western is not a halal-certified eatery.
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4. Super Cheesy Western Claypot Pasta
Claypots are often associated with Chinese rice dishes and porridge, but Super Cheesy Western Claypot Pasta flips the script on its head with Singapore’s very first claypot pasta. Located at Lepak One Corner @ Sengkang, you’ll choose from a base of either rice or pasta, then pick from a variety of sauces: Black Pepper ($6.50), Tomato Pomodoro ($6.50), Truffle Cream ($8), Creamy Mentaiko ($8), Thai Tom Yum ($7), and Golden Salted Egg ($7). Add on proteins as well, with options including Chicken ($2), Prawn ($3) and more.
Read our Super Cheesy Western Claypot Pasta review.
Address: 326 Anchorvale Road, Lepak One Corner @ Sengkang, Singapore 540326
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
Website
Super Cheesy Western Claypot Pasta is a Muslim-owned eatery.
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5. Gaziantep Delight
Turkish kebab might not be the most unique hawker entry, but Gaziantep Delight at Holland Drive Food Centre serves it up using a shiny kebab-making robot that is said to cost $16K! The contraption mechanically shaves off meat, ensuring each piece in their Mixed Doner Kebab ($8.50) is at the optimal thickness—hearty chicken and lamb balanced with veggies and garlic yoghurt sauce, all hugged in a wrap. The Kunefe ($11.50) here is also a must-try, with the crispy and fluffy pastry surrounded by a sea of cream.
Read our Gaziantep Delight review.
Address: 44 Holland Drive, #02-13, Holland Drive Market & Food Centre, Singapore 270044
Opening hours: Tue 10:30am to 3pm, Thurs-Sun 10:30am to 7:30pm
Tel: 8315 3101
Website
Gaziantep Delight is a Muslim-owned eatery.
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6. Amei Western Grill
Amei Western Grill at HollaKopi Bukit Merah has a rather interesting niche: unique Western menu items such as Chicken Cordon Bleu ($7.90), which features a chicken breast stuffed with ham and melted cheese, or plates of risotto topped with tobiko and caviar! The Seared Scallops Risotto ($8.90) is chock-full of scallops and comes with a firm bite of Arborio rice, balanced out with spinach. Other popular risotto options include the Mushroom Risotto ($7.90) and Prawn Risotto ($7.90).
Read our Amei Western Grill review.
Address: 1080 Lower Delta Road, HollaKopi, Singapore 169311
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 8:30pm
Amei Western Grill is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork and no lard.
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7. Ryotai
Eggs over rice dishes have been a popular concept lately—cue our Danlao review—and Ryotai, a hawker stall located in Guan Guan Kopitiam at Paya Lebar, brings to the table a blend of Japanese and Thai influences. Meet the Thai green curry omurice, which you can enjoy in the Chicken Karaage Eggrice ($8.90) and the Prawn Katsu Eggrice ($13.90) variations, among others. Their curry is creamy and aromatic, with the tornado omelettes silky, smooth, and well-seasoned.
Read our Ryotai review.
Address: 1015 Geylang East Avenue 3, Guan Guan Kopitiam, Singapore 389730
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9:30pm
Tel: 9220 6166
Website
Ryotai is not a halal-certified eatery.
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8. Life Coffee
Though primarily a kopi stall specialising in Vietnamese coffee, Life Coffee at Amoy Street Food Centre has an extensive menu of matcha lattes and beverages—all priced at only $3.80 each! Their matcha is sourced from Kyoto, Japan, and you can get it in variations of Matcha Strawberry Latte, Matcha Mango, Caramel Matcha Latte, Honey Lemon Matcha and more. For those who want something less caffeinated, try their hojicha offerings, including Egg Cream Hojicha Latte, Honey Hojicha, Caramel Hojicha, Salted Cream Cheese Hojicha and more.
Read our Life Coffee feature.
Address: 7 Maxwell Road, #02-134, Singapore 069111
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am to 4pm, Sat 8am to 3:30pm, Sun 7:30am to 3:30pm
Website
Life Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.
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9. Loh Mei Specialist
Image credit: Damien Soo Chen Tan via Google Maps
Loh mei, AKA loh kai yik, is a rare Cantonese dish that’s difficult to find in the Singapore hawker scene. In fact, there is only one stall left that offers the dish: Loh Mei Specialist at People’s Park Food Centre. As per tradition, the Loh Mei (from $5) here makes extensive use of red fermented beancurd into a rich braise, where meat, tofu, vegetables and more are infused with those strong flavours. What results is a distinct blend of sweet and salty notes. We heard that the uncle who owns this stall has yet to find a successor, so go try out this unique dish while you still can!
Check out our Loh Mei Specialist feature.
Address: 32 New Market Road, #01-1106A, People’s Park Food Centre Singapore 050032
Opening hours: Wed-Mon 12pm to 8pm
Tel: 9072 5972
Website
Loh Mei is not a halal-certified eatery.
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10. Tee Kitchen
Image credit: May Lim via Google Maps
Colombian-style chicken is something unheard of in Singapore, and you’ll only find it at Tee Kitchen in Golden Mile Food Centre. Their Colombian Chicken Set ($5.50) is served with special rice and salsa, and features a chicken thigh doused in a tangy gravy, seasoned well with tomatoes and herbs. Some Colombian natives have even praised it for reminding them of home! For something slightly more elevated, you can go for the Baked Salmon Set ($8), prepared with a generous heap of garlic, lemon, and herbs.
Address: 505 Beach Road, #01-78, Golden Mile Food Centre, Singapore 199583
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 10am to 3pm
Website
Tee Kitchen is not a halal-certified eatery.
Where to find unique hawker stalls in Singapore
It’s heartening to see a new generation of hawkers bringing such diverse, global flavours to our local food centres. If you’re planning your next food adventure, definitely give these unconventional stalls a shot!
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