The Only Foodie Guide to Bendemeer Market You Need
In a sea of hawker centres and food markets, what makes Bendemeer Market in Singapore a must-try for first-timers? This guide can give you several gastronomic reasons.
It’s a bustling city fringe market and food centre that offers a mix of traditional comfort dishes and innovative twists on classic favourites.
Just a few minutes walk from Boon Keng MRT Station, it’s a stumbled-upon place you’ll be glad to discover!
Granny’s Pancake
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-20 Bendemeer Market & Food Centre, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +6591545557
Hours: Daily, 4.30 AM – 2.30 PM
Price: $
Granny’s Pancake offers three fillings—peanut, coconut flakes, and red bean paste. The pastry is like a cross between mochi and authentic Singaporean-style pancakes so it’s enjoyable even when cold.
The min chiang kueh (peanut pancakes) boasts a delightful texture—soft with a slight chewiness. The coconut variant is equally appealing, featuring moist, lightly sweetened shredded coconuts that maintain a fresh taste without being overpowering.
Pro-tip: The pancakes are vegan-friendly, so meat-free breakfast fans can order as much as they like.
Indonesia Curry Rice
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-49, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +6583667772
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10.45 AM – 7 PM; Fridays, 10.45 AM – 3 PM
Price: $$
Indonesia Curry Rice draws a constant long queue for its Indonesian-style nasi lemak (coconut-infused rice) with vibrant yellow rice (nasi kuning or nasi kunyit). A particular standout is its beef curry that you might just find yourself scraping the bowl for every last drop.
Another must-try is the crunchy fried skin on the chicken drumstick. It has a level of crispiness that brings joy with every bite.
Pro-tip: Arrive as early as possible; lunch hours usually bring a lengthy queue.
Min Ji Laksa
Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-31 Bendemeer Market & Food Centre, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: 9328681336
Hours: Daily (except Tuesdays and Thursdays), 7.30 AM – 3 PM
Price: $
Min Ji Laksa crafts its own rempah (spice mix) from scratch, offering a hearty bowl of spicy, creamy goodness for just S$3.50.
This includes a generous portion of noodles, a whole egg, multiple cockles, fish cake, and tau pok (stuffed tofu) soaking up the rich laksa gravy.
The coconut-flavoured soup is robust yet soothing, especially on cold, wet days. It’s mildly spicy so even kids can enjoy a bowl.
Pro-tip: Time your visit. You can enjoy friendly and prompt service with short waiting times on weekday afternoons.
One Ton Mee
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-09, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +65 6225 5632
Hours: Tuesday to Thursday and Saturdays, 6 AM – 2.30 PM
Price: $
One Ton Mee specialises in a straightforward menu featuring wanton noodles and Sarawak kolo mee. The latter consists of springy noodles with minced pork, sweet char siew (roast pork) slices, and fried wontons.
You can also share a bowl of wanton soup with colleagues or friends. Despite the crowd, the efficient team ensures that everything is freshly prepared, and you receive your bowl promptly.
Pro-tip: It’s open early in the day, so nurse your hangover with a piping-hot bowl of noodles if you must.
Ah Xiao Teochew Braised Duck
Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-41 Bendemeer Market & Food Centre, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +6588083927
Hours: Daily (except Saturdays), 10.30 AM – 2.30 PM
Price: $$
Ah Xiao Teochew Braised Duck is known for its tender, herbal duck meat. Around 20 ducks are prepared daily at this branch and are often sold out by the early afternoon.
The succulent duck slices, drenched in rich dark gravy, are the crowd favourite. The duck absorbs the subtly herbal sauce, enhancing its flavour with a perfect texture—neither too tough nor too soft.
Pro-tip: The menu at this location offers an exclusive item not found in other branches—yam rice. Try it!
Casper Seafood
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Address: Blk 34 Whampoa W, #01-65, Singapore 330034 (Google Maps)
Contact: +6562975350
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 11 AM – 2 PM and 5 – 11 PM; Sundays, 2 – 11 PM
Price: $$
Casper Seafood, open for just four years at Bendemeer Market & Food Centre, is known for its wok hei-infused hor fun (wide rice noodles). The charred hor fun with its thick gravy keeps patrons returning for seconds.
Other stall highlights include curry fish head and sweet sour pork, though its Assam fish head curry is also popular. The clay pot-served curry fish head stands out for its well-balanced curry mix, with the fish head being steamed first.
Pro-tip: The fish head curry provides ample flesh on the snapper head for up to three persons, so share away.
Wah Kee Wanton Mee
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +65 6225 5632
Hours: Daily (except Wednesdays and Thursdays), 5 – 11 PM
Price: $
Wah Kee’s wanton noodles excel in every aspect—springy noodles complemented by tasty chilli and slightly larger wantons. The wantons are smooth, following the traditional recipe for rich, delicious fillings.
The noodles don’t have that alkaline taste, and the flavourful char siew features a tender, honey-glazed exterior. All in all, it’s a slurp-worthy experience at this stall.
Pro-tip: The S$4 order suits smaller appetites, while S$5 is the standard portion size.
Nan Rong Chee Cheong Fun
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-11, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +65 6225 5632
Hours: Daily, 6.30 AM – 5 PM
Price: $
In January 2023, the original owner of Bendemeer Market & Food Centre’s beloved chee cheong fun (steamed rice rolls) hawker passed away. The good news is that Nan Rong Chee Cheong Fun has resumed operations at its usual spot with a new, younger staff.
Nan Rong’s version remains true to the dish’s local roots. Affordable yet satisfying, the bestseller is the S$1 chee cheong fun, served with a side of sweet brown sauce.
Pro-tip: Besides chee cheong fun, the stall offers savoury dishes, including a must-try yam kueh (taro cake) at S$0.80 and Nyonya dumplings at S$2.20.
Toa Payoh 93 Soon Kueh
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +6598769393
Hours: Daily, 6 AM – 6 PM
Price: $
At Toa Payoh 93 Soon Kueh, all traditional kueh is handmade daily, known for its soft, tender, and chewy texture. The stall’s fragrant and mildly spicy chilli sauce complements the kueh perfectly.
Options include soon kueh (turnip cake), rice kueh, and ku chai kueh (chive dumplings), available individually or in a box of five. The soon kueh features a well-marinated filling in mildly chewy skin and is the perfect size for snacking.
Pro-tip: There’s limited availability for Hakka yam abacus seeds, so it’s best to call ahead if you have a craving.
Hai Sheng Carrot Cake
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Address: 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-85 Bendemeer Market & Food Centre, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +65 91827272
Hours: Daily, 6 AM – 11 AM
Price: $
For lovers of the classic and beloved carrot cake, head to Hai Sheng Carrot Cake, a popular hawker stall that sells out within hours every day. On good days, it closes as early as 10 AM!
Extremely affordable, the S$2 option is a rare find. The black carrot cake is sweet and optionally spicy and is a crowd favourite.
Pro-tip: Carrot cake is available only in S$2 or $3 portions, with no mixed plates available.
AAA Pancake
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-08 Bendemeer Market & Food Centre, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +65 6225 5632
Hours: Daily (except Mondays and Thursdays), 10 AM – 3 PM
Price: $
On your first visit, you might mistake it for a curry puff, but it’s actually AAA’s folded and crimped pancake. AAA is renowned in Bendemeer for its large vegetarian oat pancakes with addictive, chewy, and perfectly textured skin.
Beyond the typical fillings, the stall offers diverse flavours like chocolate, salted beans, lotus paste, pandan, coffee, and cheese.
Pro-tip: First-timers, try the crispy peanut pancake for a crunchy textured snack.
Singapore Bao
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Address: Floor 1, 29 Bendemeer Rd, #01-61, Singapore 330029 (Google Maps)
Contact: +65 6225 5632
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 7.45 AM – 10 AM
Price: $
Singapore Bao, despite its name, offers only two items on its menu: lor mai gai (sticky rice chicken) (S$2) and chunky siew mai (S$0.70).
The siew mai stands out for its hand-rolled, flavourful, plump, and meaty pork balls with the right balance of lean and fatty pork.
It’s only open for three hours in the morning, though the stall draws a queue before its official opening.
Pro-tip: Hurry, hurry! The items are freshly made daily, but it’s wise to arrive early as they often sell out by 9 AM!