Singapore food guide

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First meal

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Chicken, rice and chilli sauce look simple, but together they feel like everyday Singapore on a plate.

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Made for sharing

Chilli Crab

Chilli Crab

Sweet-spicy sauce, buns and good company. A very good reason not to rush dinner.

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Coconut & spice

Laksa

Laksa

Coconut, spice and a little steam. A bowl worth a small detour, even on a hot day.

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Peppery broth

Bak Kut Teh

Bak Kut Teh

Light but full of peppery warmth, this soup is a gentle way to wake up a travel morning.

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Kopitiam

Kaya Toast & Eggs

Kaya Toast & Eggs

Crisp toast, kaya and soft-boiled eggs make the sort of breakfast that invites five more minutes at the table.

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Fragrant rice

Nasi Lemak

Nasi Lemak

Coconut rice, sambal and crunchy peanuts bring lots of little pleasures to one plate.

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Late-night bite

Satay

Satay

Grill smoke, peanut sauce and skewers eaten slowly make an easy evening street-food stop.

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Wok-charred

Char Kway Teow

Char Kway Teow

No need to find one definitive version. Order a plate at a hawker centre and enjoy the smoky wok flavour.

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Fresh from the pan

Roti Prata

Roti Prata

Eat it hot with curry, perhaps alongside teh tarik. A simple, satisfying stop.

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Seafood flavour

Hokkien Mee

Hokkien Mee

Noodles, rice vermicelli and seafood stock come together in a familiar hawker-centre favourite.

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Share a table

Fish Head Curry

Fish Head Curry

Tangy, spicy and good for sharing. If fish head is not your thing, explore other curry dishes instead.

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Black or white

Fried Carrot Cake

Fried Carrot Cake

Despite the name, this is a savoury fried rice cake dish. Try the dark-sauce and white versions.

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Tangy noodles

Mee Siam

Mee Siam

Sweet, tangy and gently spicy rice vermicelli makes a lovely local brunch.

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Rich gravy

Mee Rebus

Mee Rebus

Yellow noodles with a thick spiced gravy: a flavour to get to know at a leisurely hawker meal.

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Comforting noodles

Lor Mee

Lor Mee

Thick gravy and assorted toppings make this a comforting bowl. Ask the stall about its version.

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Sizzling snack

Oyster Omelette

Oyster Omelette

Crisp edges and a tender centre make an easy plate to share on an evening food wander.

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Light bite

Popiah

Popiah

A thin wrapper around vegetables and sweet-savoury fillings makes a little pause between meals.

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On the go

Curry Puff

Curry Puff

Flaky pastry and spiced filling travel well. Ask the seller about allergens and dietary needs.

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Street-side sweet

Ice Cream Sandwich

Ice Cream Sandwich

Ice cream tucked into colourful bread is a happy little break from a hot afternoon walk.

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Colourful treats

Kueh

Kueh

Try a few coconut-rich flavours and different textures. There is no need to buy everything at once.

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Milky tea

Teh Tarik

Teh Tarik

A local hot drink for a break from coffee. Ask about sweetness before ordering.

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Order like a local

Kopi Siew Dai

Less Sweet Local Coffee

Siew Dai commonly means less sweet. Recipes vary between coffee shops, so confirm when ordering.

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Sharing dishes

Black Pepper Crab

Black Pepper Crab

Choose this instead of chilli crab if you prefer peppery flavours. Share a portion and confirm size and pricing before ordering.

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Sharing dishes

Cereal Prawns

Cereal Prawns

Crisp cereal and prawns make a sharing dish. Recipes differ, so check ingredients if you have dietary restrictions.

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Sweets & drinks

Fresh Coconut Water

Fresh Coconut Water

A refreshing pause between stops. Specify a fresh coconut or bottled coconut water when ordering.

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Breakfast & snacks

Nyonya Rice Dumplings

Nyonya Rice Dumplings

Glutinous rice and spiced filling make a small meal. Check the meat and other ingredients, plus storage advice for takeaway.

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Breakfast & snacks

Chee Cheong Fun

Chee Cheong Fun

Soft rice rolls with sauce suit breakfast or a snack. Fillings and sauces vary between stalls.

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Breakfast & snacks

Yam Cake

Yam Cake

A savoury traditional cake to look for among breakfast snacks. Check ingredients and availability with the stall.

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Sharing dishes

Peranakan Meal

Peranakan Meal

Set aside a meal for Peranakan flavours. Choose a few dishes from the menu rather than ordering every speciality.

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Sweets & drinks

Gelato

Gelato

Pause during a walk for a scoop. Taste first and choose a small portion; flavours can change from day to day.

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