Standing within the bustling Jalan Sultan area, North Bridge Road Market & Food Centre is one of those old-school hawker centres where tradition still lives on through sizzling woks, handmade fish balls, comforting bowls of noodles, and nostalgic local desserts. While newer cafes and trendy eateries continue popping up across Singapore, this hawker centre quietly preserves flavours that many Singaporeans grew up eating during the good old days.
From smoky char kway teow and wet-style Hokkien mee to Teochew kueh and handmade yong tau foo, every stall here seems to tell a different story of heritage and dedication. Most of the stalls are still run by elderly owners who prepare their dishes the traditional way, serving up hearty portions packed with familiar flavours that keep regulars returning for decades.
Here are 12 must-try hawker stalls worth visiting the next time you’re at North Bridge Road Market & Food Centre.
01. Soon Huat Prawn Noodle 顺发 (#01-105)
Signature Dish:
Prawn Noodle
Operating Hours:
8:30am – 2:00pm
Closed on Sunday
A bowl here feels like stepping back into old Singapore. The broth leans towards the lighter and smoother side rather than the overly rich modern-style prawn noodles, making it incredibly comforting and easy to finish till the last drop. The prawns are fresh, the noodles springy, and the portions surprisingly generous.
The elderly couple running the stall carefully prepares every bowl with patience and consistency, giving the entire experience a nostalgic kampung feel. If you grew up eating traditional prawn noodles in the 80s and 90s, this bowl will probably bring back plenty of memories.
02. Kun Ji Fried Bee Hoon 坤记炒米粉 (#01-106)
Signature Dish:
Fried Bee Hoon with Chicken Wing
Operating Hours:
6:00am – 11:00am
Closed on Monday & Tuesday
Morning crowds gather quickly here for a reason. The bee hoon arrives steaming hot with a moist texture that absorbs all the savoury flavours beautifully. Pair it with their crispy chicken wing and it becomes one of those classic Singapore breakfast combinations that never fail.
Many regulars skip the chilli to fully appreciate the original flavour of the bee hoon itself. Despite the long queue during peak hours, the service moves remarkably fast, making it perfect for a quick but satisfying breakfast stop.
03. Ming Huang Chicken Rice 明皇鸡饭 (#01-92)
Signature Dish:
Chicken Rice
Operating Hours:
8:00am – 5:00pm
Closed on Sunday
The fragrant rice alone already deserves praise here. Every grain is flavourful without becoming overly oily, while the chicken remains tender and juicy. Their roast chicken drumstick set is especially popular for its value-for-money portion and comforting combination of soup, rice, and perfectly balanced chilli sauce.
The dark soy sauce also deserves special mention, adding an extra savoury sweetness that pairs wonderfully with the rice.
04. Tian Yi 天义 (#01-112)
Signature Dish:
Assorted Traditional Desserts
Operating Hours:
9:30am – 3:00pm
Closed on Sunday
Traditional dessert lovers will feel right at home here. Whether it’s green bean soup, red bean soup, or tau suan, every bowl carries an old-school handmade quality that is increasingly difficult to find nowadays.
The tau suan stands out particularly for its generous amount of mung beans and crispy yau char kway pieces. Best of all, the desserts are not overly sweet, allowing the natural flavours of the ingredients to shine through beautifully.
05. Lao Huang Hakka Niang Tou Fu 老黄客家酿豆腐 (#01-108)
Signature Dish:
Yong Tau Foo
Operating Hours:
8:00am – 12:30pm
Closed on Thursday & Friday
Freshness is the biggest star here. The handmade yong tau foo ingredients are stuffed generously with either pork or fish paste fillings, and many regulars enjoy them without even dipping into sauce because the flavours are already so good on their own.
Their noodles come topped with minced meat while the soup remains light yet comforting. Arrive early if you want the full variety because popular items like ngoh hiang tend to sell out fast.
06. Xiao Ling Fried Carrot Cake 小玲萝卜糕 (#01-103)
Signature Dish:
Fried Carrot Cake
Operating Hours:
7:00am – 12:00pm Daily
This stall serves both black and white carrot cake versions beautifully, though many regulars especially love the black version for its deeper caramelised fragrance and balanced sweetness.
The carrot cake pieces remain soft inside while maintaining crispy edges from the wok frying. Portions are generous too, making the mixed version perfect for those who want the best of both worlds.
07. San Yuan 汕源潮州粿条面 (#01-95)
Signature Dish:
Fish Ball Minced Meat Noodles
Operating Hours:
24 Hours
Closed on Sunday
Comfort food does not get much better than this. The homemade fishballs are large, bouncy, and packed with fresh fish flavour, while the soup carries a nostalgic old-school taste enhanced with fried shallots and bits of lard.
The minced meat noodles are equally satisfying, especially when paired with extra vinegar for additional punch. The pig’s liver remains tender and silky, adding another layer of richness to the bowl.
08. Fried Hokkien Mee Hoe炒福建虾面 (#01-93)
Signature Dish:
Fried Hokkien Prawn Noodles
Operating Hours:
7:00am – 2:30pm
Closed on Sunday
Fans of wetter-style Hokkien mee will absolutely enjoy this version. The noodles are soaked in a rich seafood broth packed with prawn umami and egg fragrance, creating a silky and flavourful finish.
Every plate also comes with crispy pork lard and sambal chilli that blends perfectly with the noodles without overpowering the seafood sweetness. The friendly senior couple serving customers with warm smiles only makes the experience even better.
09. Hup Heng Fried Kway Teow 合兴炒粿条 (#01-90)
Signature Dish:
Char Kway Teow
Operating Hours:
11:00am – 7:30pm Daily
Strong wok hei, crispy pork lard, cockles, Chinese sausage, and silky noodles — this stall checks almost every box for a satisfying plate of char kway teow.
The noodles are fried relatively dry, allowing the smoky flavours to coat every strand beautifully. Bean sprouts added at the end provide a refreshing crunch that balances the richness nicely.
10. Vegetarian 85 (#01-85)
Signature Dish:
Traditional Teochew Kueh
Operating Hours:
6:30am – 2:00pm Daily
Traditional Teochew snacks are becoming increasingly rare, which makes this stall especially precious. From png kueh and soon kueh to shui kueh and chee cheong fun, every item here carries a homemade old-school flavour reminiscent of Singapore in the 90s.
The chilli sauce also complements the dishes wonderfully, adding savoury depth without overpowering the delicate rice flavours.
11. Hua Mei Zhen 华美珍煮炒 (#01-119)
Signature Dish:
Cze Char Dishes
Operating Hours:
12:00pm – 1:30pm / 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Closed on Monday
Old-school zichar lovers should not miss this stall. Their hor fun arrives packed with smoky wok hei and fresh prawns, while fried rice dishes are equally satisfying with strong home-style flavours.
The dishes are excellent for sharing among groups, making it a comforting spot for family-style dining within the hawker centre.
12. Heng Lee Fish Head 兴俐 (#01-118)
Signature Dish:
Fish Ball Noodles / Steamed Fish Head
Operating Hours:
8:30am – 8:30pm
Closed on Tuesday & Friday
This stall excels in hearty Teochew-style fish dishes. The fishball noodles come topped generously with crispy pork lard while the broth remains rich and savoury.
Their steamed fish head is another crowd favourite, prized for its freshness and comforting traditional flavours that pair perfectly with rice.
Address
North Bridge Road Market & Food Centre
