Singapore not only features a number of delicious local specialties, but add Malaysian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, and Thai influences, and one could spend days eating their way through Singapore.
When in Singapore, consider visiting these well known foodie districts.
Chinatown Food Street
Chinese are the predominant ethnicity in Singapore; however, the Chinatown region is not as spectacular as many imagine. Even still, it is a good region to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine and check out traditional Chinese stores and temples. Smith Street is in the heart of Chinatown and features food cards set up along the street every evening.
- Smith Street, Chinatown
- Hours: 5pm - 11pm, Mon - Thurs, Sun, and public holidays; 5pm - 1am Fri-Sat and the eve of public holidays.
- Transportation: Take Chinatown MRT, exit A
Maxwell Road Food Centre
Noted to be one of the oldest hawker areas in Singapore, Maxwell Road Food Centre offers over 100 food stalls right in the heart of Chinatown. Try local specialties like congee, oyster pancakes, radish cakes, dumplings, and fish head soup. Be prepared for lengthy lines during peak hours, such as lunchtime.
- Maxwell Road Food Centre
- Location: Corner of Maxwell Road and South Bridge Road
- Directions: MRT to Tanjong Pagar (exit G to Maxwell Road)
Little India - Tekka Centre
Singapore has a great Indian influence which appeals to both locals and tourists alike. The Tekka Centre is often described as the heart of Little India and should not be missed. Besides tasting local foods from the innumerable food stalls, be sure to visit the market on the first floor. This is a great way to experience a traditional Asian "wet market", literally known for the wet floors often seen in typical Asian markets.
Tekka Centre features some of the freshest seafood and meats found in Singapore. Watch as butchers chop chickens and seafood for devoted market shoppers. Smell the fresh, unique herbs that are the heart of Asian cuisine. And be sure to buy some of the fresh local fruits indigenous to many parts of Southeast Asia.
- Tekka Centre
- Hours: 6:30am - 9pm daily
- Location: 665 Buffalo Road
- Directions: MRT to Little India MRT station
Makansutra Gluttons Bay
Another option for delicious local Asian cuisine is Makansutra Glutton's Bay. Start by quenching your thirst with drinks like sugar cane juice or a hot ginger Teh Tarek, which is basically a pulled ginger tea. Then enjoy unique Singapore dishes like Roti John, an egg and minced lamb loaf, or popular Roti Kaya Fondue, served with fresh bread sticks to dip into the butter and freshly made Kaya sauce.
For those looking to sample more specialties, consider this unique option - a degustation menu of street foods. Enjoy a special seating with romantic views of the Singapore skyline, while enjoying courses served directly at the table - no waiting in long food stall lines. No time to enjoy a long dinner like this, consider another option that features 10 of the most popular hawkers served on one plate for less than 25 SGD.
-Makanustra Gluttons Bay
- 8 Raffles Avenue #01-15
- Mon-Thurs: 5pm - 2am, Fri & Sat: 5pm-3am, Sun: 4pm - 1am
- To make reservations for the dining experience or sampler plate email contact@makansutra or call local 6438 4038
- MRT: Cityhall MRT Station and walk towards Esplanade linkway)
Author Sunil S.
When in Singapore, consider visiting these well known foodie districts.
Chinatown Food Street
Chinese are the predominant ethnicity in Singapore; however, the Chinatown region is not as spectacular as many imagine. Even still, it is a good region to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine and check out traditional Chinese stores and temples. Smith Street is in the heart of Chinatown and features food cards set up along the street every evening.
- Smith Street, Chinatown
- Hours: 5pm - 11pm, Mon - Thurs, Sun, and public holidays; 5pm - 1am Fri-Sat and the eve of public holidays.
- Transportation: Take Chinatown MRT, exit A
Maxwell Road Food Centre
Noted to be one of the oldest hawker areas in Singapore, Maxwell Road Food Centre offers over 100 food stalls right in the heart of Chinatown. Try local specialties like congee, oyster pancakes, radish cakes, dumplings, and fish head soup. Be prepared for lengthy lines during peak hours, such as lunchtime.
- Maxwell Road Food Centre
- Location: Corner of Maxwell Road and South Bridge Road
- Directions: MRT to Tanjong Pagar (exit G to Maxwell Road)
Little India - Tekka Centre
Singapore has a great Indian influence which appeals to both locals and tourists alike. The Tekka Centre is often described as the heart of Little India and should not be missed. Besides tasting local foods from the innumerable food stalls, be sure to visit the market on the first floor. This is a great way to experience a traditional Asian "wet market", literally known for the wet floors often seen in typical Asian markets.
Tekka Centre features some of the freshest seafood and meats found in Singapore. Watch as butchers chop chickens and seafood for devoted market shoppers. Smell the fresh, unique herbs that are the heart of Asian cuisine. And be sure to buy some of the fresh local fruits indigenous to many parts of Southeast Asia.
- Tekka Centre
- Hours: 6:30am - 9pm daily
- Location: 665 Buffalo Road
- Directions: MRT to Little India MRT station
Makansutra Gluttons Bay
Another option for delicious local Asian cuisine is Makansutra Glutton's Bay. Start by quenching your thirst with drinks like sugar cane juice or a hot ginger Teh Tarek, which is basically a pulled ginger tea. Then enjoy unique Singapore dishes like Roti John, an egg and minced lamb loaf, or popular Roti Kaya Fondue, served with fresh bread sticks to dip into the butter and freshly made Kaya sauce.
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For those looking to sample more specialties, consider this unique option - a degustation menu of street foods. Enjoy a special seating with romantic views of the Singapore skyline, while enjoying courses served directly at the table - no waiting in long food stall lines. No time to enjoy a long dinner like this, consider another option that features 10 of the most popular hawkers served on one plate for less than 25 SGD.
-Makanustra Gluttons Bay
- 8 Raffles Avenue #01-15
- Mon-Thurs: 5pm - 2am, Fri & Sat: 5pm-3am, Sun: 4pm - 1am
- To make reservations for the dining experience or sampler plate email contact@makansutra or call local 6438 4038
- MRT: Cityhall MRT Station and walk towards Esplanade linkway)
Author Sunil S.