Operated by a husband and wife duo that hails from Sumatra, the humble stall serves up hearty Indonesian food. You won’t go wrong with a serving of their Beef Rendang – tender chunks of beef covered with an aromatic, sweet-spicy gravy .Other yummy companions include the moreish fried chilli egg as well as some stir-fried vegetables. Make sure to complete your plate with a splash of their signature...

Now helmed by the second-generation, Star Yong Kwang Seafood is where to go for your BBQ seafood and tze char fix. Many people come for their signature BBQ Sambal Stingray, which is served with a thick layer of sambal chilli on chunky fleshes of meat. Other bestsellers include the Salted Egg Pork Ribs which is blanketed by a thick layer of liquid gold, and the Sambal Sotong which is well-marinated...

Tai Liok Claypot Chicken Rice is frequently on the lists of best claypot rice in Singapore, with its moist and fluffy rice packed with chicken chunks, Chinese sausage and leafy greens, then generously drizzled with dark sauce and sesame oil. Queues can get really long, especially since the dish is made from scratch in the claypot. We do recommend calling ahead, otherwise, be prepared to wait 40 to...

Amongst all the heavy hawker delicacies is a humble stall run by a mother-son duo. There is only one item on the menu here – Thunder Tea rice, a traditional Hakka dish that stands out with a nutritious mix of greens, grains and legumes. You can also opt to replace the white rice with brown rice if you're feeling extra healthy. On the side is a bowl of swampy green soup that, unlike its intimidatin...

Be transported to Vietnam with the authentic Vietnamese cuisine at this stall, which is operated by a family that hails from Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a comforting bowl of Sliced Beef Pho which is MSG-free, robust and rich. The bowl also comes with fresh herbs, silky rice noodles and lean slices of beef. You will also find popular street food items such as Bun Cha, Vietnamese Spring Rolls and Banh M...

Good Teochew-style crystal dumplings with a supple and translucent skin are hard to find in Singapore these days. This Michelin-approved stall has been operating since 1951 and you can choose from three different fillings: savoury turnip that goes perfectly with their signature sambal sauce, as well as two sweet varieties in the form of red bean and yam. This might just be the only stall left in S...

Arguably the most famous stall here, Xiang Jiang Soya Sauce Chicken is helmed by an ex-Raffles Hotel chef and has been recognised with a Michelin Plate. You can choose to have the tender, moist chicken with either rice or a selection of different noodle types. We recommend pairing the flavourful chicken with egg noodles, which soak up the special soya sauce, pork lard oil and chilli sauce mixture...

While most people would go to the popular Zhang Ji for their Xiao Long Bao cravings, the lesser-known Xiao Ji serves up dumplings that are just as good, but with half the waiting time! The stall is run by a Chinese couple specialising in pot stickers. Each and every one is made up of a crispy yet chewy skin and a juicy combination of well-seasoned pork with chives and white pepper. There are also...

Those who love hawker dim sum, definitely give this stall a try. They specialise in Xiao Long Bao, Pan-Fried Dumplings and Sichuan Spicy Dumplings. If you prefer something more substantial to go with your dumplings, take your pick from their la mian offerings such as Dan Dan Mian and Zha Jiang Mian! Address: 120 Bukit Merah Lane 1, #01-56, Singapore 151120 Opening Hours: 11.30 am–2.30 pm, 5 pm...

Most people would not even know that Zi Jin Cheng is mentioned in Michelin Guide! Serving up tender Hainanese poached chicken rice, the chicken is smooth and juicy while retaining a good bite, and the rice is cooked with chicken broth making it rich and fragrant. The sauce is delightfully tasty and slightly sweet, and the dish also comes with a side serving of achar to cut through any fattiness!...