Alexandra Village Food Centre in Singapore is one of the city’s most beloved hawker centres, with stalls that have built reputations through decades of hard work and food that speaks for itself. If you’re planning a trip, note that it will be closed for repairs and redecoration from April 1 to June 30, 2025. Plan your visit accordingly and bring an appetite.
Here are 10 standout stalls to try, with details on what makes each one worth your time and tastebuds.
1. Depot Road Zhen Shan Mei Claypot Laksa
Unit: #01-75
Opening Hours: 9 AM – 3 PM (Closed on Wednesdays and Sundays)
This is no ordinary laksa. Served bubbling in a claypot, the thick coconut milk-based gravy clings to every strand of bee hoon and ingredient in the bowl. Expect a punchy mix of prawns, fishcake, tofu puffs, cockles (optional), and chicken. It’s spicy, rich, and consistently aromatic, thanks to freshly squeezed coconut milk and a fragrant spice blend.
2. Zhang Ji Shanghai La Mian Xiao Long Bao
Unit: #01-56
Opening Hours: 10 AM – 8 PM (Wednesdays – Fridays), 9 AM – 8 PM (Saturdays and Sundays) (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
Fans of handmade noodles and soup dumplings will find comfort here. The xiao long bao are plump with juicy broth and a delicate skin, while the pan-fried dumplings add a satisfying crunch. Their la mian comes in several styles, including with fried bean sauce—each serving generous and value-packed. Affordable pricing keeps regulars coming back.
3. Xiang Jiang Soya Sauce Chicken
Unit: #01-77
Opening Hours: 10 AM – 6 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
This Michelin-recognised stall draws queues for its glistening Hong Kong-style soya sauce chicken. The meat is tender and smooth, paired with either noodles or rice. The springy noodles come dressed in a savoury soy base. For extra bite, try adding sui gao stuffed with pork, prawns, and black fungus.
4. AJ Delights
Unit: #01-82
Opening Hours: 9 AM – 7 PM (Closed on Sundays)
A halal-certified bakery with over 20 muffin varieties, this stall is a favorite among those with a sweet tooth. Muffins are moist, fluffy, and generous with fillings—Green Tea Monster, Double Chocolate, and Apple Streusel are crowd favourites. They’re also less sweet than commercial versions, making them an appealing snack even for those watching sugar levels.
5. Hor Fun Premium
Unit: #01-30
Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
This stall specializes in wok hei-rich hor fun with silky flat noodles and robust gravies. The Beef Hor Fun features charred noodles, tender beef slices, and kailan in a peppery egg sauce. They also serve mui fan and other rice dishes with generous portions and satisfying flavour. Don’t confuse it with another hor fun stall at their former unit.
6. The Old Stall Hokkien Street Famous Prawn Mee
Unit: #01-58
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (Closed on Mondays and Thursdays)
With roots dating back to the 1940s, this stall serves one of the most heritage-rich bowls of prawn noodles in town. Their broth, simmered with prawn heads and clams, carries layers of savoury-sweet depth. Options include pork ribs and jumbo prawns, and the sambal belachan adds a sharp kick. The crispy pork lard seals the deal.
7. Lye Bo Toss Noodle
Unit: #01-27
Opening Hours: 9 AM – 2 PM (Closed on Thursdays)
Run by a younger generation of hawkers, this stall swaps egg noodles for handmade la mian and elevates roast meat noodles with finesse. The Honey Glazed BBQ Pork is oven-baked, lean, and flavourful, paired with springy noodles and sweet soy sauce. Their minced pork version with an onsen egg is creamy, savoury, and satisfying.
8. Zi Jin Cheng Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice
Unit: #01-15
Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM (Closed on Sundays – Tuesdays)
This unassuming stall has earned Michelin recognition for its value-for-money chicken rice. The steamed chicken is juicy, boneless, and comes drenched in a light soy-based sauce. Rice is fragrant and fluffy, and the set includes achar, soup, and punchy chilli sauce. Many have been loyal to this stall for over 20 years.
9. Wei Min The Famous Wanton Noodle
Unit: #01-37
Opening Hours: 9 AM – 8 PM
A newer entry that’s quickly built a reputation for its Malaysian-inspired wanton mee. The char siew wanton noodles are springy and well-balanced, often served in curry or dry versions. Fried wantons are golden and juicy, while some dishes include unique additions like dried shrimp in the curry. Great flavour combinations all around.
10. Tiong Bahru Lien Fa Shui Jing Pau
Unit: #01-10
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (Closed on Sundays and Mondays)
These delicate crystal dumplings have been handmade here since 1968. Using tapioca starch for a chewy, translucent skin, fillings range from sweet red bean and yam to savoury turnip. The stall’s history and consistency have earned it a Michelin mention. It’s a nostalgic bite that’s hard to find elsewhere.
How to Get to Alexandra Village Food Centre
Address: 120 Bukit Merah Lane 1, Singapore 150120
By MRT:
- Alight at Queenstown MRT Station (EW19) or Redhill MRT Station (EW18).
- From either station, take Bus 195 or 33 to the food centre (approx. 10–15 minutes).
By Bus:
- Buses that stop nearby: 33, 120, 122, 145, 147, 153, 196, 197, 198, 272, 273
- Alight at the Opp Queensway Shop Ctr stop.
Whether you’re here for noodles, muffins, or anything in between, Alexandra Village Food Centre delivers without pretense. Each stall tells its own story through decades of tradition or a bold push into the present. Go early, go hungry.
