Located in Singapore’s oldest neighbourhood, Tiong Bahru Market has been serving the community for almost 100 years. Once a simple courtyard-style centre, the market has evolved drastically over the years, standing today as a landmark of Singapore.

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What To Find 

Tiong Bahru, known for years as Seng Poh Market, is a mecca for hawker food in Singapore, considered to be the best spot on the island for affordable eats. Home to over 200 food stalls, the market specialises primarily in Chinese-Singaporean cuisine, although a larger variety can be found today.

Hong Heng Fried Sotong Prawn Mee

This Michelin-recognised stall is a must-visit at the market, serving up aromatic bowls of chewy noodles topped with fresh prawns and various seafood, simmered to perfection in a thick prawn stock. Step away from your hotel in Tiong Bahru and head to the stall for a hearty lunch, just minutes away from stays like Hotel 81 Osaka.

Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice

This iconic hawker dish is a crowd favourite, done beautifully at Tiong Bahru. Tender chicken is paired with fragrant rice, cooked in a stock of chicken fat, onions, ginger and spring onion. The accompanying chilli sauce and ginger paste complete this simple yet flavourful meal.

Ali Corner

For Malay classics, Ali Corner offers a diverse array of regional dishes, from spicy nasi lemak to savoury beef rendang. It’s the perfect stop for fans of bold, aromatic flavours.