This historic hawker centre has been serving Singaporeans since the 1950s. The high-quality food and clean dining environment make it a popular breakfast spot, featuring dishes like chwee kueh, prawn mee, and Cantonese roasted meats.
Tiong Bahru
Food Centre
📍 Address:
30 Seng Poh Road, Singapore 168898
Tiong Bahru Food Centre is a beloved hawker gem nestled in the heart of the charming Tiong Bahru estate — one of Singapore’s oldest and most iconic neighbourhoods. This bustling centre is famous for its rich mix of heritage hawkers and trendy eats.
About
Beyond the food, the centre sits atop a wet market and is surrounded by art deco architecture, indie cafes, and boutique stores — making it a favourite spot for both locals and tourists. Whether you’re after a hearty breakfast or an afternoon food trail, Tiong Bahru Food Centre offers an authentic and flavourful slice of Singaporean life.
Whether you’re craving breakfast, lunch, or supper, Maxwell Food Centre is open daily and serves everything from roast meats and noodles to tropical desserts and drinks — all at wallet-friendly prices. It’s truly a one-stop feast for Singaporean flavours.
Local Delights
Foodies flock here for signature local delights like chwee kueh from Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Chwee Kueh, and the Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice. You’ll also find standout stalls serving lor mee, prawn noodles, and char kway teow that rival any in the city.
🍜 1. Hong Heng Fried Sotong Prawn Mee (#02-01)
Awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand, this is the most famous stall at Maxwell. Their tender chicken, fragrant rice, and flavorful chili sauce attract long queues — but it’s worth the wait!
🍜 5. 178 Lor Mee (#02-23)
Known for its unique addition of deep-fried shark nuggets, this stall's lor mee features thick noodles in a flavorful gravy, attracting long queues daily.
🐟 09. 7 Original Tiong Bahru Fishball (#02-20)
Known for their handmade fishballs made from fresh fish paste, this stall provides a bouncy texture and authentic taste, often accompanied by noodles or soup.
🍚 2. Tiong Bahru Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice (#02-82)
Established in 1988, this stall is renowned for its tender, ice-bathed chicken and fragrant rice infused with ginger and garlic. Recognized by the Michelin Guide, it's a testament to Singapore's beloved dish.
🍛 6. Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice (#02-67/68)
A local institution famed for its messy yet delicious curry rice, featuring dishes like braised pork and curry chicken drenched in rich, flavorful gravy.
🥤 10. Teck Seng Soya Bean Milk (#02-69)
Offering silky smooth beancurd and refreshing soya milk, this stall is perfect for a light dessert or cooling drink. Try their popular "Michael Jackson"—soya milk with grass jelly.
🥣 3. Koh Brother Pig’s Organ Soup (#02-29)
A family-run stall since 1955, offering a hearty Teochew-style soup with pig's organs and salted mustard greens. Their signature glutinous rice sausage is a rare find.
🍲 7. Ali Corner (#02-17)
A halal-certified stall serving a variety of Malay dishes like mee bakso and mee siam. Their flavorful broths and tender meats are well-loved by patrons.
🧁 4. Jian Bo Shui Kueh (#02-05)
Serving since 1958, this stall offers soft rice cakes topped with savory preserved radish and a spicy chili paste. A simple yet delightful breakfast option.
🍜 8. Tiong Bahru Fried Kway Teow (#02-11)
This stall offers a classic char kway teow with a smoky wok hei, featuring ingredients like Chinese sausage, cockles, and bean sprouts for a satisfying meal.
