If you've read about the term 'hawker centre',
you will know it is a term unique to Singaporean culture.
A 'hawker centre' is a centre where various
food stalls selling local food congregate and serve customers. It is
synonymous with everyday life on the island and very much a part of the
local society.
If you're in town, you definitely want to
go to one of these hawker centres to try out the food. This article shows
you the best hawker centres in town.
1. Overview
If you haven't been to a hawker centre while in
Singapore - then you probably haven't tasted true local food. A hawker centre is
usually packed with locals and consist of individual stalls
selling food at very reasonable prices. Nope, you won't find any air-conditioning
here (although there is something called a 'food court' which is something like
an air-conditioned hawker centre), but what do you expect for the cheap prices?
In case you're worried about cleanliness, don't
worry. The Singapore authorities place stringent health checks on all stalls.
You need to get used to the clanging of trays, shouted orders and also the heat.
But if you can get past that, you will find all sorts of Malaysian, Indonesian, Indian and Chinese cuisines
available.
2. Here's The List ...
Well, I had a hard time deciding which are the
best hawker centres in Singapore. But if I had to pick, the following would be
my choices. Do check them out!
Place
Address
Getting There
Chinatown Complex Food Centre
335 Smith Street, Chinatown Complex
Take
the MRT to Chinatown or Outram Park stations.
East Coast Lagoon Food Village
1220 East Coast Parkway
Take
the MRT to Bedok station.
Geylang Serai Market
Beside Blk 1,3,4,5 Jalan Pasar Bahru
Take
the MRT to Paya Lebar station.
Golden Mile Food Centre
505 Beach Road
Take
the MRT to Lavender station.
Lau Pa Sat Festival Market
18 Raffles Quay
Take
the MRT to Raffles Place station.
Maxwell Food Centre
Along Maxwell Road
Take
the MRT to Tanjong Pagar or and Chinatown stations.
Newton Food Centre
Along Clemenceau Ave North
Take
the MRT to Newton station.
Zion Riverside Food Centre
Zion Road/Zion Close
Take
the MRT to Tiong Bahru station.
Glutton’s Bay
#01-15 Esplanade Mall
Take
the MRT to City Hall station.
Conclusion
Whew - that's a long list of hawker centres, huh?
Be sure to check them out when you're in town. The food is not only cheap, it is
much more delicious and authentic compared to the 'local' food you taste in up
market restaurants.
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