Tucked quietly in Bukit Ho Swee, Beo Crescent Market is one of those places that still feels like the old Singapore—unpretentious, affordable, and fiercely local. With a tightly packed hawker centre that punches above its weight, this corner of Tiong Bahru draws regulars not by hype but by habit.
Whether you’re a breakfast seeker or someone hunting down old-school street fare, here are 10 stalls worth queueing for—each with its own loyal following and proven consistency.
1. Hai Chew Fish Soup
Unit: #01-75
Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 3 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM (Closed on Sundays)
Offering both sliced and fried fish soup, this stall is appreciated for its clean broth and fresh fish slices. The fried version adds a richer mouthfeel without overpowering the soup’s natural sweetness.
2. Cantonese Claypot Rice
Unit: #01-66
Opening Hours: 12 PM – 8 PM (Closed on Thursdays)
Known for its aromatic claypot dishes, this stall offers hearty options like chicken rice with salted fish, pork ribs, and mushrooms. The rice is cooked to order, with a nice char at the bottom for extra texture.
3. Kia Xiang Du Du Nyonya Kueh
Unit: #01-88
Opening Hours: 6:30 AM – 2 PM (Closed on Mondays)
This kueh stall specialises in chewy, handmade treats with peanut or coconut fillings. The peanut version stands out for its textural contrast—soft exterior with crunchy, gooey core.
4. Nan Yuan Fishball Noodles
Unit: #01-68
Opening Hours: 5 AM – 2 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
This long-standing stall serves nostalgic bowls of fishball noodles with a generous mix of handmade fishballs, fishcake slices, and minced pork. The dry version leans simple, while the soup brings out the clean sweetness of the fish broth.
5. Soon Heng Lor Mee
Unit: #01-84
Opening Hours: 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Soon Heng Lor Mee serves a thick, starchy gravy packed with five-spice flavor and vinegar, paired with braised pork, ngoh hiang, and crispy bits. The stall is known for its well-balanced bowl that stays true to traditional lor mee style.
6. Chef Wang Fried Rice
Unit: #01-71
Opening Hours: 10 AM – 3 PM, 4:30 PM – 8 PM (Closed on Sundays)
Helmed by a chef with fine-dining roots, this stall offers familiar fried rice dishes with pork chop or shrimp. While the egg aroma could be stronger, the sambal and premium versions add more punch and variety.
7. Loi Kee Cooked Food
Unit: #01-74
Opening Hours: 6:30 AM – 8:30 PM (Closed on Saturdays and Sundays)
Loi Kee’s prawn noodles feature a full-bodied broth made from pork bones and prawn heads, rich without being overpowering. The dry version is spicy and savoury, and includes rare touches like pork skin for texture.
8. Fu Hua Soya Bean
Unit: #01-87
Opening Hours: 8 AM – 9 PM
This stall serves traditional soya bean curd and drinks with a pleasantly beany flavour and creamy texture. Try the Bandung soya milk or gula melaka version for a sweet local twist.
9. Heng Heng Carrot Cake
Unit: #01-72
Opening Hours: 5 AM – sold out
Offers both black and white carrot cake, chopped fine and fried crisp. The black version has a sticky, molasses-like char.
10. Ah Mei Handmade Noodles
Unit: #01-72
Opening Hours: 6AM – 11 AM (Closed on Wednesdays and Sundays)
Sharing a stall with Heng Heng, Ah Mei Handmade Noodles serves comforting bowls of ban mian and mee hoon kway with light yet savoury broth. The noodles are springy, and the minced meat and ikan bilis toppings add hearty depth.
How to Get to Beo Crescent Market
Address: 38A Beo Crescent, Singapore 169982
Located at the base of an HDB block, the hawker centre is within a small wet market complex.
By MRT:
- Tiong Bahru MRT (EW17) – 10-minute walk
- Havelock MRT (TE16) – 7-minute walk via Jalan Bukit Ho Swee
By Bus:
Take buses 5, 16, 33, 63, 64, 121, 123, 195 and alight at the “Blk 30 Bendemeer Road” or “Blk 32” bus stop.
Driving:
Limited street parking is available along Beo Crescent. Alternatively, park at Tiong Bahru Plaza and walk over.
Beo Crescent Market holds its own through consistency and heritage. The stalls may not make TikTok headlines, but queues don’t lie—and the regulars aren’t wrong. Whether you’re chasing nostalgia or just a solid, affordable meal, this is a stop worth fitting into your food plans.
