Golden Mile Food Centre, also known as Beach Road Army Market, stands out for its multi-level layout and impressive mix of heritage hawker stalls and rising names. Located near the city fringe, this hawker centre is a solid choice for everything from comforting congee to Thai-style stews and viral beef bowls. The crowd here spans NS men, tourists, working adults, and the forever-hungry.
1. Hainan Fried Hokkien Mee
Unit: #B1-34
Opening hours: 10 AM – 5 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
The dry-style version that holds its ground with consistency, flavour, and sheer skill. Every plate is stir-fried fresh, locking in umami and a confident touch of wok hei. The sambal, cut chilli, and lime complete the picture, and while the $5 portion isn’t huge, it’s satisfying and well-balanced with prawns, pork belly, and squid. It’s one of the few heritage-style Hokkien mees left that’s worth queuing for — a stall run with heart and hands that know exactly what they’re doing.
2. Yew Chuan Claypot Rice
Unit: #01-73
Opening hours: 12 PM – 8 PM (Closed on Mondays and Thursdays)
Charcoal-cooked claypot rice made to order, with a perfectly charred base and generous portions. The $15 bowl for two comes heaped with deboned chicken, preserved sausage, salted fish, and just the right amount of sauce — added by you. Arrive outside peak hours for shorter waits and a more relaxed seat to enjoy this smoky, comforting dish.
3. Da Po Hainanese Chicken Rice & Curry Chicken Noodle
Unit: #B1-53
Opening hours: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and Thursdays)
An impressively generous bowl of curry chicken noodles for $6, with tender chicken, soft potatoes, tau pok, fish cakes, and the occasional pig skin or fish maw. The curry is fragrant, creamy yet light, and clings beautifully to bee hoon or yellow noodles — making every bite deeply satisfying without being overly rich or spicy. This long-standing favourite continues to draw queues for its comforting, flavour-packed bowl.
4. Zhao An Granny Grass Jelly
Unit: #01-58
Opening hours: 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Tuesdays – Saturdays), 11:30 AM – 6 PM (Sundays and Mondays)
Soothing, old-school dessert that’s perfect for Singapore’s heat. The stall, run by a friendly elderly lady, scoops soft, herbaceous grass jelly from a traditional ceramic pot and tops it with shaved ice. With customisable toppings like sea coconut, palm seeds, and attap chee, each bowl delivers a refreshing, silky treat that stands out for its pronounced herbal flavour and nostalgic texture.
5. Kheng Fatt Hainanese Beef Noodles
Unit: #01-89
Opening hours: 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Silky beef slices, a rich, hearty gravy, and chewy noodles come together in a bowl that’s as nostalgic as it is satisfying. Whether you choose the dry or soup version, the depth of flavor stands out — boosted by crushed peanuts, coriander, and a splash of lime and chilli. Portions may vary, but the quality and tradition behind each bowl run deep.
6. Chef Choo Signature
Unit: #B1-45
Opening hours: 11 AM – 6:30 PM (Tuesdays – Saturdays), 11 AM – 4 PM (Sundays) (Closed on Mondays and Fridays)
Run by a trained chef with a background at Hyatt’s Pete’s Place, this hawker stall dishes out handmade pastas with real finesse. Their sizzling seafood spaghetti arrives on a cast iron skillet, bubbling with a fragrant tomato base, white wine, and generous seafood. The aglio olio—with its bold garlic and chili heat—hits the local palate just right, proving that restaurant-level pasta doesn’t need a white-tablecloth setting.
7. Golden Mile Special Yong Tau Foo
Unit: #B1-44
Opening hours: 9:45 AM – 1:30 PM (Closed on Wednesdays and Sundays)
A long-time favourite at Beach Road, this yong tau foo stall is known for its fresh ingredients, well-balanced broth, and efficient service. The clear soup carries a subtle peppery kick, perfectly pairing with the sweet-spicy dipping sauce. Go for the dry bee hoon version, and don’t miss out on the pig intestine — surprisingly tender and flavorful.
8. Ashes Burnnit
Unit: #B1-24
Opening hours: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Serving up juicy patties in soft, charcoal-black buns, this stall delivers gourmet-style burgers at hawker prices. The truffle shroom burger is a standout — rich, aromatic, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Fries are thick-cut, well-seasoned, and generous, making each meal feel satisfying despite the compact size of the burgers.
9. Ah Xiao Teochew Duck Rice
Unit: #B1-43
Opening hours: 10:30 AM – 2 PM (Tuesdays – Fridays), 10:30 AM – 1 PM (Saturdays and Sundays) (Closed on Mondays and Thursdays)
Tender slices of duck and pork belly are served with a light yet flavorful braising sauce that’s less sweet and more herbal, carrying hints of cinnamon and star anise. Portions are generous, the ingredients are high-quality, and the care in plating reflects decades of skill. Family-run with warm service, this stall consistently draws queues—and earns them.
10. Chung Cheng Chilli Mee
Unit: #01-59
Opening hours: 10 AM – 3 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
This stall serves a chilli prawn noodle dish with unmistakable character. The yellow noodles come drenched in a sweet-savory chilli paste, laced with shallot oil, and topped with tender pork ribs, prawns, tau pok, fish cake slices, and hard-boiled egg. It’s a fiery, saucy mess that blends dry prawn mee with satay beehoon sensibilities—minus the peanut sauce, plus serious heat.
How to Get to Golden Mile Food Centre
Address: 505 Beach Road, Singapore 199583.
By MRT:
Take the East-West Line or Downtown Line to Bugis MRT Station (EW12/DT14). From there, walk about 10 minutes south along Beach Road.
Alternatively, alight at Lavender MRT Station (EW11) and walk 7–8 minutes.
By Bus:
The nearest bus stop (01129 – Opp Golden Mile Complex) is served by bus numbers 100, 961, 980.
Golden Mile Food Centre delivers bold flavours, variety, and real craft. Each stall has a clear identity, and the crowd reflects that — loyal, mixed, and willing to queue. You could eat five meals here and still walk away with a shortlist for next time.
