Alliance seafood, a Michelin Bib Gourmand spot at Newton Circus. The highlight is their Singapore Chilli Crab but they also do a great rendition of prawns and stingray. Just don’t go in with Michelin expectations and you’ll do fine. For $50, you get a big, juicy crab covered in a delicious chilli sauce that actually tastes like crab, not ketchup. The stall is cleaner and fancier than most, with plates, cutlery, gloves, and tissues. On a busy Sunday, the wait is about 20 minutes.
Kwee Heng Braised Duck & Noodles at Newton. Great plate of duck rice or kway teow mee. They have that old-school taste, and the noodles are springy, soaking up all that rich gravy. The chilli is also addictive, I could eat it on everything. And the herbal soup? Super tasty. 4.5/5
I’m totally hooked on the xiao long bao and spicy dumplings here! Yeah, the wait can be long, but the service is super quick. They taste amazing. Definitely worth it, and I’m coming back to try more from the menu.
I’d say this is probably the best porridge I’ve had in years, even better than what I’ve tried at fancy restaurants or HK cafes. The porridge is Hong Kong style and comes with a variety of ingredients. Definitely try to get there early because it often sells out before lunchtime. The wait can be a bit long, but you can grab a number and come back later.
Pang knows how to grill! I love how the meats are just the right amount of spicy, not too salty or sweet. The peanut sauce is zesty, with a nice kick of pineapple that adds a fun twist. And get this— they even have pork belly as an option, which was a tasty surprise. I ended up trying a few different varieties, and they were all fantastic. Definitely planning to go back for more!
Shi Xiang is definitely one of the better spots for satay. It’s tucked away in a quiet corner of Chinatown Complex. While it might not have the lively atmosphere of Lau Pa Sat, it makes up for it with great taste. 4.5/5
This might just be the best Yong Tau Foo in Chinatown. Don’t skip the fried ikan bilis—it adds a delightful crunch to the noodles, and probably works wonders with bee hoon too.
The food here is really good and portions are big and generous. The chilli is very spicy, and the chilli sauce with anchovies goes great with the Chee Cheong Fun which has smooth texture and is soaked in a tasty sauce. It’s perfect for breakfast. The place is popular be ready to queue.
Alliance seafood, a Michelin Bib Gourmand spot at Newton Circus. The highlight is their Singapore Chilli Crab but they also do a great rendition of prawns and stingray. Just don’t go in with Michelin expectations and you’ll do fine. For $50, you get a big, juicy crab covered in a delicious chilli sauce that actually tastes like crab, not ketchup. The stall is cleaner and fancier than most, with plates, cutlery, gloves, and tissues. On a busy Sunday, the wait is about 20 minutes.
Kwee Heng Braised Duck & Noodles at Newton. Great plate of duck rice or kway teow mee. They have that old-school taste, and the noodles are springy, soaking up all that rich gravy. The chilli is also addictive, I could eat it on everything. And the herbal soup? Super tasty. 4.5/5
Come for the unique taste of soy sauce chicken but please do not expect a Michelin one star experience on your tastebuds.
I’m totally hooked on the xiao long bao and spicy dumplings here! Yeah, the wait can be long, but the service is super quick. They taste amazing. Definitely worth it, and I’m coming back to try more from the menu.
I’d say this is probably the best porridge I’ve had in years, even better than what I’ve tried at fancy restaurants or HK cafes. The porridge is Hong Kong style and comes with a variety of ingredients. Definitely try to get there early because it often sells out before lunchtime. The wait can be a bit long, but you can grab a number and come back later.
Pang knows how to grill! I love how the meats are just the right amount of spicy, not too salty or sweet. The peanut sauce is zesty, with a nice kick of pineapple that adds a fun twist. And get this— they even have pork belly as an option, which was a tasty surprise. I ended up trying a few different varieties, and they were all fantastic. Definitely planning to go back for more!
Shi Xiang is definitely one of the better spots for satay. It’s tucked away in a quiet corner of Chinatown Complex. While it might not have the lively atmosphere of Lau Pa Sat, it makes up for it with great taste. 4.5/5
This might just be the best Yong Tau Foo in Chinatown. Don’t skip the fried ikan bilis—it adds a delightful crunch to the noodles, and probably works wonders with bee hoon too.
Unique is the word. Worth the try but don’t expect much.
The food here is really good and portions are big and generous. The chilli is very spicy, and the chilli sauce with anchovies goes great with the Chee Cheong Fun which has smooth texture and is soaked in a tasty sauce. It’s perfect for breakfast. The place is popular be ready to queue.