
Old Airport Road Food Centre Singapore
A legendary hawker centre serving diverse, affordable, and authentic Singaporean dishes since 1973.
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Old Airport Road Food Centre Singapore
Best Time
Fewer crowds, more relaxed
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A legendary hawker centre serving diverse, affordable, and authentic Singaporean dishes since 1973.
"A culinary adventure with legendary stalls and unbeatable prices."

🎯 Go on a Weekday Morning
Visit on a weekday morning to avoid the biggest crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience .
📝 Research Stalls Beforehand
Popular stalls can sell out or have specific opening days. Check online or ask locals for recommendations .

Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

To-Ricos Kway Chap
Stall #01-135
Michelin Bib Gourmand recognized for its flavorful broth and tender braised meats. Expect queues!

Roast Paradise
Stall #01-110
Famous for its succulent char siew (BBQ pork) and other roasted meats. A definite crowd-pleaser.

Tiong Bahru Lor Mee
Stall #01-40
A highly recommended stall for Lor Mee, a rich noodle dish with gravy. Often cited as a must-try.

Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee
Stall #01-32
A classic Hokkien Mee with a distinct wok hei flavor. A long-standing favorite among locals.
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Planning Your Visit
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Navigating the Culinary Maze
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🎯 Go on a Weekday Morning
Visit on a weekday morning to avoid the biggest crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience.
📝 Research Stalls Beforehand
Popular stalls can sell out or have specific opening days. Check online or ask locals for recommendations.
💰 Affordable Eats Galore
Hawker food is incredibly budget-friendly, allowing you to try multiple dishes without breaking the bank.
🪑 Save Your Seat Wisely
Near the entrance is breezy. Avoid the middle as it can be warm. Use fans for comfort.
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🎯 Go on a Weekday Morning
Visit on a weekday morning to avoid the biggest crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience.
📝 Research Stalls Beforehand
Popular stalls can sell out or have specific opening days. Check online or ask locals for recommendations.
💰 Affordable Eats Galore
Hawker food is incredibly budget-friendly, allowing you to try multiple dishes without breaking the bank.
🪑 Save Your Seat Wisely
Near the entrance is breezy. Avoid the middle as it can be warm. Use fans for comfort.
♻️ Clear Your Table
Be courteous and return your trays and tableware to the designated shelves at the back.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors rave about the exceptional quality and affordability of food at Old Airport Road Food Centre, with many stalls being long-standing local favorites. While the environment might be aging, the culinary experience is consistently praised, making it a must-visit for authentic Singaporean hawker fare. Some find the sheer number of choices overwhelming, and popular stalls can have significant queues.
"Made a trip to Old Airport Food Market for the kway chap, touted by many to be the best. I was actually introduced to it a little more than two years ago as my favourite place for this food was in Jurong West.
There was a snaking queue when I arrived and I almost stood at the wrong queue because the lines of two other stalls seemed to intertwined each other. I got to order after about 30 minutes and asked for three-person serving x 2 plus eight bowls of kway. Damage $56/- but it's extremely worth it. Pity that the salted veg and peanuts sold out. 😔
The six of us began tucking in straightaway and our chopsticks went non-stop to and fro our bowls of kway and the plates of deliciously cut meat, tou kwa, offals, eggs etc. Each mouthful was a delight that instantly recharges the happiness level on an already relaxing TGIF.
The food here does not have the "piggy" as compared to a lot of the other stalls in different places. There is no aftertaste as well.
Left the place after lunchtime a very happy girl and the stall sold out before 2pm. 🤗
P.S The uncle has pasted a "time-table" on the days his stall opens and I have attached it here as well. Avoid going to visit the stall on the days that are striked off."
Minmin Li
"The Old Airport Food Center was my first taste of hawker center dining in Singapore. There were so many choices that i found it hard to choose the food I want to eat! We settled at the first stall and ate fish and i found a stall at the back that sold beef stew and xia long bao. The place is spacious and there were a lot of people and black birds!
Tips: Save your spot near the entrance. Its breezy here with the giant fans. Avoid dining in the middle because its too warm. Also, take your tray and tableware to the shelves at the back as a courtesy to the next customers.
Food here us affordable. I only spent less than 8 dollars for my meal."
Lee Mijares
"Car-parking is by the new HDB parking app without the barrier. More lots are being made in view of the 24-hour NTUC supermarket that wld be located in the food centre. The carrot cake and the fried Hokkien mee are must-trys. Also, Ban Mian we got has evenly-sliced ban mian and well-cooked too as they don’t stick together."
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The most common way is via MRT to Dakota station (Circle Line), followed by a short walk or bus ride. Buses also serve the area directly. Many visitors find it convenient to use ride-sharing apps as well.
Yes, there is car parking available, with more lots being made. You can use the new HDB parking app for payment.
Absolutely! It's well-connected by MRT and bus services, making it easy to reach from most parts of Singapore.
For first-timers, taking the MRT to Dakota station and then walking or taking a short bus ride is a straightforward option. Ride-sharing is also a good choice if you prefer direct transport.
It's located near the Singapore Badminton Hall and is a well-known landmark in the Kallang area.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, entry to the Old Airport Road Food Centre is free. You only pay for the food you order from the various stalls.
The food centre itself is generally open from early morning until late at night, but individual stalls have varying operating hours. Some stalls may close by mid-afternoon.
Yes, many stalls have rest days or specific operating schedules. It's advisable to check the opening days for your must-try stalls beforehand, as some are not open every day.
There is no admission fee. The food centre is a public space for enjoying local cuisine.
Reservations are generally not possible at hawker stalls. It's a first-come, first-served system, and you may need to queue for popular items.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
Highly recommended dishes include Kway Chap from To-Ricos, Char Siew from Roast Paradise, Lor Mee from Tiong Bahru Lor Mee, and Hokkien Mee from Nam Sing.
While many stalls focus on meat and seafood, you can often find stalls selling vegetarian dishes like carrot cake or some noodle options. It's best to inquire directly at the stalls.
Food is very affordable, with most main dishes costing between S$4 to S$8. You can enjoy a full meal for under S$10.
Kway Chap is a traditional dish of flat rice noodles served in a savory broth with braised pork offal, tofu, and eggs. To-Ricos stall is particularly famous and Michelin-recognized.
Yes, there are stalls offering old-school Western barbecue and other Western dishes, though they might not be the primary draw for most visitors.
📸 📸 Photography
Capture the vibrant atmosphere of the bustling hawker stalls, close-ups of delicious food, and the lively interactions between vendors and customers.
Yes, it's generally acceptable to take photos of the food and the general ambiance. Be mindful of not obstructing other diners or vendors.
Early mornings or late afternoons can offer softer lighting and fewer crowds, making for better photos. However, the vibrant energy during peak hours also makes for dynamic shots.
Stalls with colorful ingredients, intricate preparations, or long queues often make for interesting photographic subjects. The vibrant signage of many stalls also adds to the visual appeal.
A smartphone with good low-light capabilities is usually sufficient. If you have a DSLR or mirrorless camera, consider a versatile lens that can handle both wide shots and food close-ups.
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