Newton Meals Centre was dropped at fame following its characteristic within the star-studded blockbuster movie Loopy Wealthy Asians (2018) and has since cemented itself as a must-visit vacation spot for vacationers.
Nevertheless, as a lot as locals adore the hawker centre for its vibrant environment, it’s usually regarded upon with a tinge of scepticism. Some label it a ‘vacationer entice’, cautioning in opposition to its repute for inflated costs and catering primarily to vacationers.
Nonetheless, no hawker meals is dangerous meals. Newton Meals Centre does have its share of tasty treats which are completely value your whereas, albeit priced a bit steep. So, we current you this information to the 19 greatest hawker stalls at Newton Meals Centre that’ll make you’re feeling like a Tasty Wealthy Asian.
1. Kwang Kee Teochew Fish Porridge (#01-20)
Sporting an iconic pink MICHELIN Information signal, Kwang Kee Teochew Fish Porridge is certain to catch your eye simply because it did mine. This humble fish soup and porridge makes use of recent seafood to introduce a light sweetness into their broth. It’s no marvel they had been awarded the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand from 2021 to 2023!
Prime it off with some service with a smile from the pleasant aunty — that’s purpose sufficient so that you can check out their fare.
Some choices they provide embrace Fried Fish Soup (S$6/S$8/S$10/S$12), Fish Head Soup (S$6/S$8/S$10/S$12) and the best-of-both-worlds Twin Fish Soup (S$7/S$8/S$10/S$12). These all come along with your selection of Rice, Yee Mee, Thick Bee Hoon and Mee Sua, every priced at S$0.50.
The sliced fish was recent and devoid of any disagreeable fishy style, whereas the fried fish was seasoned nicely and had a outstanding savouriness. Though some might need for the fried fish to be a bit extra crisp, these are all hearty bowls of fish soup that you just’ll crave, particularly on wet days.
+65 9769 9893 Tue to Solar: 11am – 8pm Closed on Mon Fb |Instagram
2. 31 Heng Heng BBQ (#01-31)
31 Heng Heng BBQ serves up an enormous assortment of cookedseafood and zi char-style dishes; we’re speaking 33 entire varieties on their menu.
Their choices vary from their ever-popular BBQ Sambal Stingray (S$14/S$18/S$22) to objects like Tiger Prawn (S$18/S$20/S$24/S$28), Chilli Crab (S$38/S$42/S$46/S$50), Grilled Lobster (S$9/100g) and even Chut Chut (S$14/S$18/S$22).
In the event you should attempt one factor, let or not it’s the BBQ Sambal Stingray. The big slab of stingray is blanketed by a thick layer of piquant sambal chilli and grilled till it’s smoky and fragrant with a spicy kick. Pairing the sambal-laden stingray meat with the slivers of uncooked onion provides it a refreshing mouthfeel that’ll please anybody with a desire for sturdy flavours.
For the choosy and not-so-adventurous eaters, let’s simply say that you just won’t even be capable to differentiate between stingray and hen in the event you shut your eyes. Belief us, even first-timers will perceive why the dish is so extremely raved about.
Nonetheless, if seafood isn’t fairly your jam, go for some easy zi char classics like Salted Egg Hen (S$19/S$28), Black Pepper Beef (S$16/S$22/S$26) or some good ol’ Fried Rice/Noodle (S$6/S$9/S$12).
+65 8224 9929 Wed to Mon: 12.30pm – 10.30pm Closed on Tue Fb
3. Newton Previous Signboard 25 (#01-25)
Ordering a plate of Hokkien meeis obligatory for any journey to any hawker centre. What can I say? The dish has acquired to be everybody’s favorite hawker staple and deserves such remedy no much less. In Newton Meals Centre, there isn’t any higher place to get a Hokkien mee repair than from Newton Previous Signboard 25.
You realize that you just’re in for a deal with the second you obtain your plate of Fried Hokkien Prawn Noodle (S$6/S$9/S$11/S$15) and a robust wok hei wafts into your nostrils and tickles your style buds.
But, the noodles aren’t overwhelmingly smoky in flavour. They’re well-cooked with an umami prawn inventory, complemented by lard items that add a sinful but satisfying unctuous issue to the dish. Whereas some could really feel that the sweet-ish chilli isn’t a stand-out, mixing it into the noodles will assist reduce via any greasiness.
Though a bit expensive, every plate of Hokkien mee is fried with a beneficiant portion of seafood that’ll offer you bang on your buck. The default plate of Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee comes topped with loads of prawns and squid whereas the Fried Hokkien Lala Noodle (S$8/S$11/S$16/S$20) and Fried Hokkien Oyster Noodle (S$8/S$11/S$16/S$20) embrace recent lala clams and briny oysters respectively.
You realize a stall has perfected their craft once they’re in a position to promote a single menu merchandise, rack up perpetually lengthy queues and garner rave evaluations on-line. That’s precisely the case for Hup Kee Fried Oyster Omelette and their one dish: Oyster Omelette (S$8/S$10/S$12).
Imagine it or not, the enterprise has no social media presence in any respect. Yep, this hawker gem’s fame stems solely from suggestions by throngs of glad prospects.
When you queue, you’ll be capable to watch the stall-owners work their magic via the glass-fronted counter. Every plate of Oyster Omelette begins out with seasoned eggs fried to a crisp with a tapioca starch batter, earlier than loads of recent oysters are added and stir-fried along with the combo.
The product is a crispy but fluffy and chewy omelette with plump and juicy oysters that explode with a nice brine that’ll have you ever going for seconds. Prime all of it off with their tangy house-made chilli — the right complement to the savoury dish. This dish is actually a must have at Newton Meals Centre. Tue to Sat: 6pm – 12am Closed Solar & Mon
5. Heng Carrot Cake (#01-28)
Heng Carrot Cake has been delighting prospects since 1971. Alongside the way in which, it even earned itself the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand in 2018 and 2023! With such an accolade, this stall is one you undoubtedly can’t miss out on.
Come ready, although, as you may count on snaking queues and lengthy ready instances for a serving of their famed dishes.
Their signature Carrot Cake (S$6/S$8) is available in each white and black variations. In order for you the most effective of each worlds, get a blended plate. As with every high quality chai tow kway, the radish cake cubes listed here are fried with an ample quantity of fluffy eggs and savoury chye poh.
The white carrot cake is a pleasant savoury deal with full with crisped egg bits. Nevertheless, what makes it stand out is the inclusion of crunchy prawns that add a contact of sweetness and a pleasant textural distinction.
However, the black carrot cake has a sweeter flavour profile with a smoky wok hei perfume that’s certain to attraction to anybody who likes stronger flavours. For S$6, these carrot desserts have gotten to be a number of the most inexpensive dishes within the meals centre. Wed to Mon: 6pm – 11pm Closed on Tue
Kwee Heng is a braised duck and roast meat specialist that was awarded the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand in 2023. Any frequent patron of Newton Meals Centre is certain to be acquainted with them, whereas any first-timer can be floored by their queues. With greater than 40 years of delighting patrons, they’ve amassed an awesome share of devotees.
Their braised duck choices embrace Braised Duck Rice (S$4/S$5/S$6), Braised Duck Noodles (S$4/S$5/S$6) and Braised Duck Porridge (S$4/S$5/S$6), all that includes succulent braised duck slices in your selection of carb. There’s additionally an fascinating Boneless Crispy Duck (S$15/S$20/S$30) that’s excellent for sharing.
Judging by on-line evaluations, their Braised Duck Noodles appears to be the most well-liked choice. Simply think about the mix of springy yellow noodles or silky kway teow what that luscious moreish gravy with a refined wok hei. Heavenly.
Though the braised duck is the star, you may count on different stellar dishes as nicely. You’ll be able to’t go flawed with some Hainanese Hen Rice (S$4/S$5/S$6) or Char Siew Roasted Pork Rice (S$4/S$5/S$6).
Thu to Tue: 9am – 10pm Closed on Wed
Adam Rd 三哥 (San Ge) Prawn Noodle isn’t to be confused with the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-recognised Adam Rd Noo Cheng Huge Prawn Noodle. They’re—actually—branches of the identical household tree, although! San Ge (‘third brother’ in Mandarin) is helmed solo by Jack Teo, the elder brother of the twins who kickstarted Noo Cheng.
Having opened in Oct 2023, San Ge remains to be a fairly new child on the block. Nonetheless, Jack has his share of loyal patrons who’ve caught round since he used to assist out at his brother’s Adam Rd stall.
The stall doles out bowls of prawn noodles carried out the standard means — one thing that Jack clearly prides himself on, as he shared after we chatted with him. “You won’t perceivethe ‘conventional’ ingredient, however you’ll find it irresistible,” he quipped.
And certainly, we cherished it. We tried the Pork Rib Prawn Noodles (S$7), which featured al dente yellow noodles in a strong prawn broth, topped with recent tiger prawns and hefty pork ribs.
The stand-out ingredient was undoubtedly that scrumptious umami broth, wealthy with a discernible prawn sweetness that lingered on the palate. The elements had been definitely noteworthy as nicely — the prawns had been gentle and candy whereas the pork ribs had been tender, the meat tearing proper off the bone.
In the event you’d prefer to benefit from the prawns on their very own, get the All Prawn (S$7/S$10/S$15) variation. Alternatively, in the event you’re an adventurous eater, you may go for the Pig Tail + Prawn (S$10/S$15/S$20) bowl.
+65 9777 8813 Mon to Sat: 9am – 9.30pm Closed on Solar Fb
For a very long time, Bee Heng stood as certainly one of Newton’s resident popiah and satay stalls. Since 2023, the stall has stopped serving popiah and has additionally been renamed to Bee Heng Satay, BBQ Prawn & Otah.
As its identify suggests, the stall sells satay, barbecued prawns and otah. You greatest avoid wasting area in your abdomen and in your desk in the event you’d prefer to attempt these common native bites; the stall has a minimal order of 10 sticks of satay and 5 sticks of char-grilled prawns.
Bee Heng sells 3 sorts of satay: Hen, Mutton and Pork, all priced at an inexpensive S$0.90 per stick. You’ll be able to decide so as to add some Rice (ketupat) to your meal on the identical worth per serving, too. The satay is claimed to be meaty, tender and attractive, with a smoky charred aroma. It pairs nicely with the creamy peanut sauce, which has pleasant hints of pineapple puree.
Though the stall is best identified and cherished for his or her satay, don’t underestimate the newly-added BBQ Prawn (S$2 per stick) and Otah (S$1.50)! At the least, not till you’ve tried it for your self.
+65 9369 2009 Thu to Tue: 3pm – 11pm Closed on Wed Fb
Newton Meals Centre is a treasure trove of various cuisines, little doubt. Whereas most come to fulfill their cravings for native hawker fare, some might not be in a position to withstand the sweet-savoury aroma of Thai specialities that waft from Bangkok Categorical. This stall has an array of value-for-money Thai favourites priced from simply S$5.
Pockets-friendly choices at Bangkok Categorical embrace Phad Thai, Thai Fried Kway Teow and Pineapple Rice all priced at S$5. Albeit a bit pricier, I foresee many patrons gravitating in direction of the Basil Hen (S$6.50/S$8.50) and Seafood Tom Yum (S$7), which you’ll pair with Noodles or Rice for a further S$0.50.
Of all of the choices, probably the most cherished seems to be none aside from the Phad Thai. This stir-fried noodle dish has at all times been a favorite of mine. The very best a part of it’s got to be the addition of chilli flakes and crushed peanuts, which respectively lend the chewy noodles an addictive kick and umami dimension. Served with a beneficiant quantity of elements equivalent to prawns and crunchy taugeh, this dish has a pleasant mix of textures and tastes. Each day: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Wherever you sit, you’ll see R&B Categorical and its LED light-lined stall entrance full with a brightly-lit MICHELIN signal. The stall has a menu of two easy but quintessential hawker objects: satay and barbecued hen wings. You could be questioning: how scrumptious might a hen wing be to have earned itself a MICHELIN suggestion? Be part of the queue and also you’ll be in your technique to discover out!
The BBQ Hen Wing (S$1.60 per piece) was chargrilled to perfection — the flesh was splendidly smoky and juicy, enveloped in a properly crisped pores and skin. One thing that by no means ceases to fascinate me about such grilled hen wings is how they handle to be so tasty with out a lot marinade or glaze. In sum, it was scrumptious and totally satisfying.
The Satay (S$1 per stick), although a bit expensive, is value a shot as nicely. Given the minimal order of 10 sticks, don’t hesitate to get a few of every meat: Pork, Beef and Hen.
The Hen and Beef satay was succulent and smoky, with an umami flavour profile that paired nicely with the peanut sauce. Though the Pork satay leaned barely robust, it was each bit as flavourful.
+65 9028 4016 Tue to Solar: 5pm – 2am Closed on Mon Fb
No hawker centre is full with out a bak chor mee stall. For Newton Meals Centre, that’s XO Minced Meat Noodles, identified for his or her bowls of springy noodles tossed in a scrumptious XO and chilli sauce combination.
The stall’s identify would possibly very nicely ring a bell to you; XO Minced Meat Noodles does have a number of heartland retailers islandwide. This isn’t to say that they’re any much less worthy of inclusion on this information, although. In reality, isn’t that only a testomony to their huge reputation?
Of the stall’s hottest noodle choices is the titular XO Minced Meat Noodle (S$5/S$6/S$7) which comes adorned with springy meatballs, a fried wanton and loads of minced meat. Different crowd favourites embrace the Handmade Meatball Noodle (S$6), which options their juicy handmade meatballs, and the comforting Mini Wok Noodle (S$7).
There are additionally distinctive seafood-centric choices, together with Scallop Minced Meat Noodle (S$7/S$8) and Gui Fei Abalone Minced Meat Noodle (S$7/S$8).
Saucy or soupy in one of the best ways, XO Minced Meat Noodles’s fare makes for an ideal supper. In the event you’re pondering simply that, you’ll be delighted to know that the stall is open around the clock!
12. 88 San Pink Chilly & Scorching Dessert (#01-05)
With Singapore’s climate at all times sweltering scorching, we will’t presumably do with out a few dessert stalls in each hawker centre. In Newton Meals Centre, that’s the place 88 San Ren Chilly & Scorching Dessert comes into play. Providing a wide selection of refreshing desserts, this stall will do exactly the trick for anybody searching for some cool reduction amidst the warmth and humidity. And, on the uncommon event that you just’re feeling significantly chilly, they’ve scorching desserts, too!
A must-get is the Chendol (S$3), recognised as one of many world’s greatest desserts. 88 San Ren’s rendition is icy and scrumptious, with a superb stability of coconut milk, gula melaka sauce and chewy inexperienced jelly.
In the event you’re a candy tooth, the Durian Ice Kachang (S$3.50) would possibly simply be up your alley. This refreshing dessert is doused plentifully in rose syrup and gula melaka, then topped with some creamy durian puree.
Newton Meals Centre definitely has no scarcity of seafood speciality stalls, however who might neglect Guan Kee Seafood? They’re Halal-certified as nicely! Whereas their number of seafood and zi char dishes might not be as intensive as these on the different stalls, they’re scrumptious no much less.
Many converse of Guan Kee’s Stingray (S$15/S$20/S$25) as among the best within the meals centre. The stingray meat is recent and succulent, cooked and grilled to an ideal aromatic char. It’s complemented nicely by some savoury chinchalok and that thick layer of fragrant sambal. Because it goes for all good issues, be ready to attend in the event you order some for your self!
In the event you can’t get sufficient of their sambal, go for the Sambal Sotong (S$14/S$18/S$24) or Kang Kong (S$8/S$10/S$12) — consuming your greens is at all times higher with a little bit of spice.
Quickly Wah Fishball Kway Teow Mee is a well-liked fishball noodle stall that has been round since 1966. Aside from their freshly made fishballs, the enterprise’s reputation will be attributed to their well-loved her giao (Teochew fish dumplings).
For these unfamiliar with this native delight, a great her giao ought to have a translucent dumpling pores and skin. Texture-wise, the pores and skin ought to be skinny however agency sufficient to carry the minced meat stuffing inside. As an entire, the dumpling ought to be barely springy, chewy and attractive.
The Fish Dumpling Soup (S$5) is priced moderately for the beneficiant quantity of fish balls and her giao discovered throughout the bowl. The soup is mild and savoury, serving as the right base for these bouncy fishballs. Every fishball is juicy and presents a satisfying chew. And sure, Quickly Wah’s her giao is chewy, delectable and meets all the standards of a well-made model.
Whereas Quickly Wah operates for lower than 4 hours a day, it’s nonetheless value paying the stall a go to when you’re at Newton Meals Centre, particularly contemplating how few remaining stalls promote handmade fish merchandise like theirs in Singapore.
+65 9781 1879 Mon & Tue, Thu to Sat: 6pm – 9.30pm Closed on Wed & Solar Fb
Although TKR Yummy Hen Wing & Satay isn’t the one hen wing and satay speciality stall inside Newton Meals Centre, it stays a best choice for a lot of craving these native delights.
I’ve at all times discovered it fascinating that hen wings and satay sticks come as a bundle deal in these stalls. I can’t complain, although; I merely love the mix of smoky hen wings and candy satay, and particularly these from this one.
Hen Wing (S$1.60 per piece, min. 3 items) and Satay (S$0.90 per stick, min. 10 sticks) apart, this stall presents skewers of BBQ Prawn (S$2 per stick, min. 5 sticks) and Otah (S$1.60).
Whereas you may get satay from varied different stalls throughout the meals centre, TKR has the biggest number of these skewers. You’ll be able to select from 4 sorts of Satay right here: Hen, Beef, Mutton and Pork.
In the event you’re a spice lover like me, dipping these completely charred Hen Wings right into a saucer of zesty chilli sauce ought to be routine each time you get your repair from a hawker centre. TKR’s vivid orange chilli mix is claimed to pack a spicy kick that’ll tickle your fancy!
For many who need the most effective of all worlds or want to share these delights with household and associates, the stall presents inexpensive set meals that encompass a superb mixture of Hen Wings, Satay and BBQ Prawn, which you will discover out extra about on their Fb web page right here.
+65 9661 9200 Wed to Mon: 4pm – 12.30am Closed on Tue Fb
As you may most likely inform from this listicle, Newton Meals Centre is just not in need of MICHELIN-approved stalls and amongst them is Alliance Seafood. With an emphasis on customer support and a spotlight to element, it’s no marvel that they maintain the distinguished accolade and have many followers who return repeatedly.
Right here, you can not miss out on certainly one of Singapore’s most iconic dishes: the Chilli Crab (Seasonal Costs). Encased throughout the shell are recent and succulent hunks of crab flesh ready to be loved by you.
Spice lovers, go forth and conquer; the luscious gravy has an addictive stability of spice and sweetness that completely enhances the candy meat, with silky swirls of coddled egg that make it simply so slurp-worthy.
And what’s chilli crab with out some fried mantou? You need to get the Fried Bun (S$6), as a result of what’s chilli crab with out some fried mantou? Crunchy on the skin, gentle and fluffy on the within, these morsels come into nice use while you wish to sop up each little bit of that gravy.
Alliance Seafood has a number of different crabs that you just’ll love as a lot: spicy Black Pepper Crab, creamy Salted Egg Crab and a few unadulterated BBQ Crab. In the event you’re craving another sorts of seafood, why not give the BBQ Lobster (S$9/100g) or BBQ/Sambal/Chilli Crayfish (Seasonal Costs) a attempt?
Hajah Monah Kitchen persistently boasts one of many longest lunchtime queues in Newton Meals Centre. They specialize in none aside from nasi padang. For the uninitiated, take into consideration nasi padang as Malay-style cai png — every plate consists of steamed rice served with cooked facet dishes of your selection.
In the event you’ve ever questioned why nasi padang is priced increased than the cai png we’re acquainted with, it’s as a result of the dishes are tedious to make and require laborious cooking and preparation processes, on high of excessive ingredient costs.
As one of the vital well-loved Malay dishes you will discover in Singapore, the Beef Rendang (S$5) is an absolute must-get at Hajah Monah Kitchen. Their tackle the favored dish is thought to be extraordinarily flavourful and wealthy, full with big chunks of tender, succulent beef simmered in fragrant rendang till they every bear an virtually melt-in-your-mouth texture.
They produce other hearty Malay dishes as nicely, like Mee Siam (S$4.50), Lontong (S$5) and Nasi Lemak (S$4.50). With costs saved comparatively inexpensive, this stall is definitely one of the vital down-to-earth within the neighborhood. You need to undoubtedly head down to indicate your help and revel in a delicious filling meal when you’re at it. Each day: 6am – 3pm
