20 Stalls to Try at Upper Boon Keng Market and Food Centre
Boon Keng may not be the first place that pops up in your mind when it comes to food. An underrated hawker centre, Upper Boon Keng Market and Food Centre is often overshadowed by its more famous counterparts. However, there is actually a whole host of yummy bites here, including a wide range of halal options! From kambing soup to Penang char kway teow, handmade kuihs and even Thai food, here are 20 stalls to try at Upper Boon Keng Market and Food Centre!
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Lit Lit Sin Cold & Hot Desserts
Have your desserts any time of day at Lit Lit Sin Cold & Hot Desserts. Whether you’re just cooling off from a hot day or ending your meal on a sweet note, you’ll be able to find something here to satisfy your tastebuds. Their extensive dessert menu includes items like Ice Kacang, Durian Chendol and Cheng Tng. And great for those who prefer to go cashless – the stall supports electronic payments!...
Mohd Ariffin Mohd Rashid Stall
Another great spot for mamak dishes, Mohd Ariffin Mohd Rashid Stall serves comforting favourites like Mee Goreng, Roti John and Mee Kuah. Make their Mutton Chop your go-to mamak stall dish, and the folks here sure whip up a mean plate of it. Nothing beats this greasy plate of red-hued goodness when you’re hungry! Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-01, Singapore 380017 Opening Hours: 10–11 pm...
Penang Fried Kway Teow
Run by an elderly auntie who has over 30 years of experience, the stall name is literally what the stall sells – Penang-style fried kway teow with an abundance of ingredients like prawns, beansprouts, eggs, lap cheong and veggies. It has an appetising wok hei and it isn’t too oily, making it all too easy to chow down. Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-08, Singapore 380017 Opening Hours: 11 a...
Qis Ria
Run by a husband-wife duo, this stall serves a delectable range of Nasi Padang dishes which will have you drooling at first sight. Rendang, fried chicken, you name it, they probably have it. They also serve other dishes such as Lontong, and Tauhu Goreng that's made with refried tau kwa, cucumber and beansprouts drenched with a yummy peanu sauce. The tau kwa was hefty and soft with a mild crisp on...
Rotitiam
While its neighbours doles out full meals, Rotitiam is a bakery specialising in freshly baked buns and breads. You'll have a wide range to choose from here, from cheese to yam, hotdog and red bean paste. They are usually sold out by noon, so if you want a piece of this action, make sure to come by early before they sell out! Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-16, Singapore 380017 Opening Hour...
Selera Kampung
Come in the late afternoon and evening and you’ll be able to have a satay feast right here, and there are also BBQ chicken wings and prawns on the menu! But if you’re here early, you can get a taste of their special menu: nasi lemak berlauk. It’s a decadent bowl of delight, and only early birds get to savour it! Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-22, Singapore 380017 Opening Hours: 4:30–9 pm...
Shahana Fatimah Food Stall
Head over to Shahana Fatimah Food Stall for some delicious mamak food like Mee Goreng, Mee Kuah, Roti John, Nasi Pattaya and many more. The stall has been around for decades, and from what we hear, its taste has remained unchanged through the years. Its no wonder why they have so many loyal customers! Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-06, Singapore 380017 Opening Hours: 11 am–11:30 pm daily
Xin Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice
What’s a hawker food centre without some chicken rice? Xin Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice serves up yummy chicken rice, and you can expect to get some decent steamed or roasted chicken coupled with tasty chilli and a side of soup. The chicken at Xin Kee’s is juicy and tender, and the bowl of chicken soup comes with cabbage pieces too! Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-20, Singapore 380017
YZ Food
For a classic, affordable Chinese breakfast, make your way down to YZ Food for a plate of Chee Cheong Fun, Yam Cake or a piping hot bowl of Porridge. They also have an array of other breakfast foods like a Singaporean favourite, Lo Mai Kai or Char Siew Pau! Address: 17 Upper Boon Keng Rd, #01-79, Singapore 380017
Zao Dao Shu Shi
Zao Dao Shu Shi is another stall that commands a snaking queue. Serving up delectable plates of Malaysian-style wanton mee, they are tossed in a luscious black sauce and then topped with thin slices of char siew, some veggies, fried wantons and boiled wantons in a bowl of soup. The dish is simple but executed perfectly, and we highly recommend getting an additional serving of fried wantons! Add...