20 Stalls to Visit at 84 Marine Parade Central Market & Food Centre
84 Marine Parade Central Market & Food Centre is one of the most popular hawker centres in the east coast of Singapore. It dates back to the 1970s and has been faithfully serving residents of the Joo Chiat and Katong area, as well as locals who flock here from other parts of Singapore. The market and food centre underwent a major renovation in 2018, and now boasts of modern amenities and facilities, including spacious seating areas and ample natural light. Even though the famous Apollo Fresh Cockle Fried Kway Teow has served its last plate this January, there are many noteworthy dishes to try here. From duck rice to dim sum, mee rebus and even Peranakan food, read on for some suggestions for what to eat here!
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Neptune Hong Kong Dim Sum
Neptune Hong Kong Dim Sum has been around for well over two decades, serving up Cantonese-style dim sum served in bamboo baskets. For a hawker stall, the selection is quite extensive and you’ll find many familiar favourites such as Siew Mai, Har Gow, Chee Cheong Fun, Xiao Long Bao, Char Siew Bao and many more. Come with a group so you can try as many items as your tummy can handle! Address: 84...
New World Congee
Need to warm up on a rainy day? Nothing hits the spot like a bowl of hot porridge. Check out New World Congee, where you can get velvety Cantonese-style porridge with a variety of ingredients such as chicken, scallop, minced meat and fish. Every bowl is topped with ample chopped spring onions and coriander. Address: 84 Marine Parade Central, #01-45, Singapore 440084 Opening Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm...
Qian Wei
For some good old tze char, make a beeline for Qian Wei. The Nyonya Fish Head is a crowd favourite with its mouthwatering tanginess. The fish is fresh and flaky, and complemented by chunks of tomatoes, brinjal, okra and pineapple, this is a seriously addictive fish head curry. There are also other seafood dishes on the menu such as Garlic Clams, as well as mains such as KL Dai Lok Mee, Hor Fun, Sa...
Soon Soon Soon Wanton Noodles
Soon Soon Soon Wanton Noodles does wanton mee that comes with lean char siew and both soup and fried wantons. The noodles are springy while the wantons are filled with a nicely marinated meat filling. The char siew is nothing to shout about, especially for those who prefer the juicy Hong Kong-style char siew. You can also try their Abalone Noodles or Chicken Cutlet Noodles! Address: 84 Marine P...
Taste of Vegetarian
Taste of Vegetarian is your quintessential hawker stall for all things plant-based in 84 Marine Parade Central Market & Food Centre. Expect a rotating menu of dishes each day served economic rice style. However, they also have a small number of staples daily such as Vegetarian Bee Hoon, Brown Rice Porridge, Vegetarian Chee Cheong Fun and Vegetarian Chwee Kueh. Address: 84 Marine Parade Central,...
Tip Top Western Food
For trusty old-school western food, look to Tip Top Western Food which has been around for three generations. Choose among their bestsellers such as the Chicken Chop, Fish & Chips, Bolognese Spaghetti, Half Spring Chicken, Grilled Fish or Chicken Alfredo. If you are feeling fancy, try their Beef Steak which comes with coleslaw and crinkle cut fries! Address: 84 Marine Parade Central, #01-22, S...
Whampoa Soya Bean
For a healthy dessert or drink, Whampoa Soya Bean is known for its smooth soya bean. Go for the Gingko Beancurd which is generously topped with gingko nuts! Or, you can also choose to have your beancurd plain or with other toppings such as grass jelly or red bean. There are also other desserts such as Grass Jelly with Longan, Lychee or Attap Seeds. Address: 84 Marine Parade Central, #01-19, Sin...
Xing Long Cooked Food
Another stall that commands a long queue is Xing Long Cooked Food. With a wide variety of dishes and a seemingly never-ending queue, you can trust that their cai png is good. Take your pick from Omelette, Pork Knuckles, Prawn Fritter, Tempura Fish, Ngoh Hiang, Braised Pork, Vegetables and many more. While the dishes are humble, they are sumptuous and make for a very satisfying meal. Address: 84...
Yok Mari Yok
For some delicious Malay delights, look no further than Yok Mari Yok. This long-standing establishment also serves a range of Malay favourites – including Nasi Padang, Ayam Penyet and Mee Siam, but the real star of the show here is its Mee Rebus. Each serving comes with yellow noodles, tau kwa, fresh green chillies and an egg swimming in a rich, thick, slightly spicy and creamy peanut gravy. An ab...
Zengji Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice
Helmed by a chef who used to work in Boon Tong Kee, before he decided to open his own chicken rice stall. Whether you like your chicken steamed or roasted, you’ll be able to get both yummy renditions here. While chicken rice stalls are aplenty in 84 Marine Parade Central Market & Food Centre, Zengji stands out for its juicy, plump chicken and fragrant rice! Address: 84 Marine Parade Central, #0...