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11 best stalls in Changi Village Hawker Centre worth the trip

11 best stalls in Changi Village Hawker Centre worth the trip

Yahoo19-05-2025
Nestled in the far east, Changi Village Hawker Centre certainly isn't the easiest place to get to, but that's never stopped anyone. With cult-favourite stalls dishing out downright delicious fare, this iconic makan spot has earned its stripes as a go-to for loyal regulars, tourists and hungry Pulau Ubin day-trippers alike.
From legendary nasi lemak to old-school snacks and hearty local gems, we've rounded up the 11 best stalls in Changi Village Hawker Centre — because some cravings are worth the extra mileage.
Hassan Stall may not be the flashiest in the hawker centre, but it certainly serves fare worthy of the top spot on our list. This humble stall traces its roots back to 1959, when it operated as a makeshift setup outside the late founder Hassan's kampung house. Now run by his children, it continues to dish out comforting Malay favourites like mee rebus, laksa and the like.
Hassan Stall's best-selling Mee Rebus (S$4) features yellow noodles bathed in a luscious brown gravy, topped with a boiled egg, taugeh, Chinese celery, shallots and green chilli slices. Laced with sweet, briny notes of prawn and the bright zing of lime, the nutty gravy clings well to the chewy noodles without ever feeling cloying.
The Perlis-style Laksa (S$4) is another standout — thick bee hoon noodles coated in a rich, aromatic gravy lifted by the kick of lemongrass. That aside, the stall also offers Lontong (S$4), Mee Siam (S$4) and delicious handmade Curry Puffs (S$1 each).
Daily: 6am – 2pm
Changi Village Hawker Centre is home to various well-known nasi lemak stalls, of which the lengthily named International Muslim Food Stall Nasi Lemak remains a firm favourite among aficionados alike.
The stall offers 5 different nasi lemak sets: Chicken Wing Set (S$5), Fish Set (S$5), Fillet Set (S$4), Hotdog Set (S$3.50) and Ikan Bilis Set (S$3). Each comes with your choice of protein accompanied by fluffy coconut rice, a sunny-side-up egg, ikan bilis, cucumber slices and a dollop of sambal at your fancy.
The Chicken Wing set is a clear favourite, featuring perfectly seasoned wings with a crackly crust that gives way to juicy, tender meat. Easily enjoyed on their own as well, for S$2.50 a pop.
+65 8400 6882 Mon & Fri: 6pm – 9.30pm Tue to Thu: 11.30am – 2pm & 6pm – 9.30pm Sun: 4pm – 9pm Closed on Sat Facebook
Known for its gobsmacking hor fun, Weng Kee Original Taste Ipoh Hor Fun earns an undisputed spot in the Changi Village Hawker Centre hall of fame. Newspaper clippings displayed proudly at the stall front tell the story — this must-eat haunt has been featured across multiple publications, including a spotlight on Mediacorp's Channel 8.
You can't visit Weng Kee Ipoh Hor Fun without ordering their highly-raved Chicken Chop Hor Fun (S$4/S$5). This signature dish features rice noodles lathered in a silky, umami-rich gravy made from hours of simmering old mother hens. It's then topped with their 'award-winning' crispy chicken cutlet, making for a slurp-worthy, deeply satisfying meal all around.
If you're after something a little more classic, the Wanton Noodles (S$4/S$5) and Minced Meat Noodles (S$4/S$5) are solid picks that never disappoint. And for some extra crunch, add on some Deep Fried Wanton (S$2/S$4).
+65 6545 6425 Daily: 10am – 9pm
Look out, ladies and gents — What The Puff! might just become your new favourite profanity. Helmed by a passionate undergrad and his curry puff-loving pals, this new kid on the block offers fresh handmade puffs in flavours both classic and cheekily unconventional in the best way.
The stall's puffs are fluffy, wonderfully buttery and generously filled, with 5 variations for you to choose from.
There's the Original (S$2), stuffed with spicy potato curry, shredded chicken and a full-hard-boiled egg; and the Sardine (S$2), packed with piquant, chilli-laden sardine filling.
Feeling a little more adventurous? Try the Cheeeesy (S$2.50), a twist on the Original with an added sprinkle of cheese — best enjoyed piping hot for that perfect cheese pull. Other interesting options are the Black Pepper Chicken (S$2.50) and Charsiew Chicken (S$2.50), filled with black pepper-spiced and char siew-glazed chicken respectively.
+65 8944 4177 Thu to Tue: 7.30am – 3.30pm Closed on Wed Instagram | Website
Might we interest you in some goreng pisang (fried banana)? You'll find this nostalgic treat — along with a variety of other deep-fried fritter delights — at Million Star Fried Banana. If you can't spot the stall, just keep an eye out for hanging banana bunches and a cheeky display of minion paraphernalia!
What better snack to start with than the Banana Raja (S$1.20/S$1.50)? These signature fritters star hefty bananas with sweet, creamy flesh encased in thin, crispy batter that shatters beautifully with each bite. Another fruity favourite is the Cempedak (S$2.50 for 3 pieces), which has a more siap (astringent) profile — an acquired taste, but beloved by those who get it.
Other old-school goodies you can snag for a perfect afternoon snack include the Yam/Taro (S$1.20), Sweet Potato (S$1.20) and chewy Sweet Cake (S$1.80), all coated in that same beautiful batter.
+65 9083 8388 Thu to Tue: 10am – 5pm Closed on Wed Facebook
In case you haven't caught on, Changi Village Hawker Centre is a mecca for traditional Malay cuisine. Hjh. Salbiah is another stellar stall worth spotlighting — drawing queues for its hearty nasi lemak, lontong, nasi ambeng and especially nasi padang.
The Nasi Padang is a definite must-get. Build your own plate from a plethora of dishes, including their flavourful Daging (Beef) Rendang (S$4), Chicken Merah (S$4), Sotong (S$4/S$6) and Sayur Lodeh (S$1) — among plenty of others.
And don't sleep on the Lontong (S$4) either. This dish features soft ketupat served in fragrant sayur lodeh, complete with long beans and cabbage soaking up all that lemak goodness. Crowned with a generous spoonful of sambal, it's a rustic, can't-miss classic.
Sat to Tue: 7am – 3pm Closed on Wed to Fri Instagram
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You might be surprised to learn that Dao Xiang's signature dish is none other than sambal petai — and it's a stellar rendition at that. Beloved by loyal devotees and even a few Mediacorp celebs, this bold, spicy dish has earned the stall quite the cult following.
The famed Sambal Petai with Prawn & Rice (S$7.90) features a generous heap of bright green stink beans fried in a copious amount of umami-packed, hae bee-laced sambal. Dotted with prawns and served simply with white rice and egg, it's a fiery, fragrant combo that's sure to win over any petai lover. Clean plate guaranteed.
The stall also offers a range of home-style dishes, like moreish Prawn Fritters (S$1.60 per piece, min. order 2 pieces), hearty Sesame Oil Chicken with Rice (S$5.50) and Peranakan-style Curry Chicken with Rice (S$5.50), made with a rich rempah of more than 10 ingredients.
+65 8613 1378 Sun & Mon, Wed & Thu: 10am – 8pm Fri & Sat: 10am – 9pm Closed on Tue Facebook | Instagram
Few things offer unadulterated comfort like some old-school Western food, and the fare at W Kitchen Western Food feels just like a warm hug on a bad day. Run by a friendly elderly couple, this stall specialises in nostalgic Western platters that are sure to put a smile on your face.
Start with the popular Pork/Chicken Cutlet (S$7.50), a hefty slab of meat breaded and deep-fried to golden perfection, served with fries and a side salad. Prefer something grilled? Go for the Pork/Chicken Chop (S$7), char-grilled and generously slathered in a delectable mushroom sauce.
Other familiar favourites include the Fish & Chips (S$7.50) and Chicken Wings with Rice (S$5). Or, try the more 'unorthodox' offerings like the Onion Chicken (S$7), Garlic Chicken (S$7) or Sesame Chicken (S$7.50) — each topped with its namesake garnish and finished with a neat drizzle.
Fri to Tue: 12pm – 8pm Closed on Wed & Thu Facebook
Helmed by a towkay with decades of giant grouper farming expertise under his belt, King Grouper Fish Soup prides itself on serving premium quality fish soup at wallet-friendly prices. It's also a pretty prolific brand, with nearly 30 outlets islandwide — each one upholding the same high standards and unwavering dedication.
The Fried Grouper Fish Soup (S$6/S$9) is a sensible pick, starring golden fried fish slices, tofu, seaweed and vegetables in a light yet flavour-packed broth. For a 'less sinful' option, go for the Sliced Grouper Fish Soup (S$6/S$9) and Batang Sliced Fish Soup (S$6/S$9), both of which feature soft, supple slices of fresh fish instead.
Round off your meal with your carb of choice at S$0.50 each, with options like Thick Bee Hoon, Rice, Mee Sua and Crispy Noodle, the latter adding a pleasant eggy crunch to your soup.
+65 8222 6824 Daily: 9.30am – 9.30pm Facebook | Instagram | Website
Limited social media presence? Check. Bussin' food regardless? Check. The humble Bedok Beef Kway Teow may fly under the radar, but it could very well qualify for 'hidden gem' status. Whether you've got a penchant for rich, beefy flavours or simply need something to warm you up on a chilly day, a piping hot bowl of beef noodles from this stall will do just the trick.
The titular Beef Kway Teow (S$5/S$7) comes in both Soup and Dry versions — the former steeped in a robust beef broth while the latter sees the silky rice noodles blanketed by a load of velvety gravy.
Each bowl features a generous portion of tender beef slices, while its Mixed Beef Kway Teow (S$5/S$7) counterpart ups the ante with beef balls and perfectly-stewed offals. Interestingly, the stall also offers Soy Bean Paste Beef Ramen (S$5), AKA their own spin on zha jiang mian, complete with chewy la mian noodles.
Fri to Wed: 9.30am – 9pm Closed on Thu
Cool off after a sweltering Pulau Ubin trip or end the night on a sweet note with an ice-cold treat from none other than Changi V. Dessert House. With over 20 colourful options — from Nata Cocktail Ice (S$3.20) to Soursop Ice Jelly (S$2.50) and Ice Kachang (S$2.50) — you're truly spoilt for choice.
The Chendol (S$2.50) takes the crown for clear crowd favourite, starring a wonderfully Singaporean combo of gula melaka-laced shaved ice, springy pandan noodles, red beans and a neat drizzle of coconut milk for that creamy finish. Want to kick it up a notch? Opt for the Chendol with Ice Cream (S$3.50), which includes a crowning scoop of vanilla ice cream.
We also can't go without a shout-out to the eye-catching Commando (S$2.50), topped with juicy longans and red tea jelly.
+65 9451 5878 Thu to Tue: 11am – 9.30pm Closed on Wed
21 best nasi lemak stalls in Singapore [May 2025 update]
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