Nothing beats a comforting bowl of porridge when it’s a rainy day outside. Li Fang Porridge offers all varieties of porridge, even a premium Seafood Congee with calms, prawns and a whole crayfish! However, if you are feeling a little more thrifty, the Mixed Pork Congee should satisfy you all the same with slivers of pork liver, offal and tender pork loin slices. Every order also comes with a crisp...

This prawn noodles stall is an outlet of the famous parent stall in Loyang. It attracts a queue, especially during peak hours. On its menu are Big Prawn Noodles, Pork Ribs Prawn Noodles, Abalone Prawn Noodle and XL Big Prawn Noodles. What makes good prawn noodles is all in its broth, and this one has a pleasant umami, savoury-sweetness. The noodles are tossed in a mixture of sauce that includes ch...

Pondok Makan Indonesia is one of the few Michelin-recommended halal stalls in Singapore, and its extensive menu definitely does not disappoint. Specialising in Indonesian food, you’ll find tasty familiar favourites like the slurp-worthy Mee Rebus, Gado Gado, Tahu Goreng, and Lontong. Their smoky and tender satay comes in beef, chicken and mutton and they are are also incredibly well-received thank...

Sometimes simple desserts such as Soya Beancurd and Grass Jelly beats all the elaborate plates of cakes, waffles, and ice cream. The beancurd Rochor Soya Bean is of the old-school variety and not as smooth as more modern brands and hardcore sweet tooths might find this a little bland. But those who prefer nostalgic flavours will be sure to find a piece of their childhood in this! Address: 270 Q...

You might know this stall as the former Siraj Indian Food at Waterloo St, but it has since been rebranded as Sabeena Indian Food. Today, the stall is run by the sister of Siraj Indian Food’s owner. The consistently delicious array Indian rojak is lighter and less greasy here, and the slightly sweet sauce ties the whole dish together. Address: 270 Queen St, #01-29, Singapore 180270 Opening Hour...

Say Seng Cooked Food gained its reputation back when it served braised wild boar, but its signature dishes now use regular pork in place of wild boar. The savoury braised sauce pairs well with the pork belly layers, and wash it all down with some piping hot pig organ soup made with preserved vegetables. Come early as they often sell out way before closing time! Address: 270 Queen St, #01-92, Si...

Craving for a snack? Have some crispy golden fried bananas at Si Ma Lu Goreng Pisang. Its taste and texture is melt-in-your-mouth, which gave a lovely contrast to the crispy exterior. Different bananas are priced accordingly and there are also other yummy fried options available such as sweet potato, green bean, tapioca, and even durian! Address: 270 Queen St, #01-46, Singapore 180270 Opening...

Singapore Famous Rojak is, well, famous indeed, it’s even featured in the Michelin Guide! Located in Albert Centre Market & Food Centre, this stall draws in crowds for their messy plates of chopped greens, fruit, and youtiao, tossed in their homemade sauce. The youtiao here are more chewy than crispy, which some might not like, but the complex sweet-spicy flavours make this one of the best rojak i...

Tong Fatt is one of the better-known chicken rice stalls and has several branches island-wide. They only serve the steamed variety of chicken, which is silky, tender and juicy. Doused in a generous amount of soya sauce, it is incredibly satisfying when paired with a mouthful of their fragrant rice. It also seems to be less oily than what most stalls serve, which is a huge plus point! Address: 2...

To end off your meal here at Albert Centre Market & Food Centre, have some dessert from Zheng Xing Mei Shi. They only sell four types of old-school desserts which include a Tau Suan. Made with split mung bean, the consistency is on point and pairs well with the chewy you tiao. Other options include Bubur Pulut Hitam, Bubur Teringu, and Green Bean Soup. They are not overly sweet, so older folks wil...