Chong Pang Market & Food Centre in Yishun stands out for one thing: food that delivers real value and flavor. Packed with long-standing hawkers who’ve built loyal followings over decades, this is where heartland charm meets serious cooking. Whether you’re hunting for heritage dishes or chasing down Michelin-bib mentions, this guide cuts straight to the 10 stalls that matter — no filler, just food worth the queue.
1. Chuan Kee Boneless Braised Duck
Unit: #01-161
Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 8 PM (Closed on Saturdays)
Tender, juicy duck slices soaked in a rich, glossy gravy — Chuan Kee gets braised duck right. The Teochew-style duck is paired with yam rice or braised rice, tau kwa, peanuts, and braised egg, creating a complete and well-balanced plate. Add the herbal soup and tangy-spicy chilli for the full experience. Service is fast despite the ever-present line.
2. Xiang Xiang Fishball Noodles
Unit: #01-177
Opening Hours: 6 AM – 4 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Since 1982, Xiang Xiang has been turning out handmade fishballs using yellowtail or wolf herring. Their old-school noodle bowls — laced with soy, chilli, vinegar, ketchup, and pork lard — bring back flavors of the past. From just S$3.50, you get a full bowl with fishballs, meatballs, beancurd roll, and fishcake. It’s heritage in every slurp, and Michelin took notice.
3. Ban Heng Nasi Lemak
Unit: #01-133
Opening Hours: 24 hours
Their green-tinged pandan rice may not be the most aromatic, but it’s cooked right and served with care. Sets are wallet-friendly and come with classics like fried chicken wing, luncheon meat, fried egg, or kuning fish. The sambal chili delivers a punch without overpowering. Simple, satisfying, and consistent.
4. Ho Heng Kway Chap
Unit: #01-140
Opening Hours: 7 AM – 3 PM
This stall nails the texture game — silky rice sheets topped with fried garlic, shallots, and coriander, served with pork belly, intestines, and stomach that’s properly cleaned and braised. The chap (braising sauce) leans light but flavorful. You can order by number of pax, and most opt for a mix of everything. A rare find for kway chap lovers who value quality offal.
5. Ji De Lai Hainanese Chicken Rice
Unit: #01-152
Opening Hours: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Corn-fed chicken, tender and juicy, sits atop fragrant rice with just the right amount of oil. It’s finished with a drizzle of light soy and sesame oil, often served with blanched greens. The rice stands out for being more flavorful than most, and the Bib Gourmand tag speaks for itself. Expect queues, but they move fast.
6. Old Chong Pang Wu Xiang Xia Bing
Unit: #01-166
Opening Hours: 10 AM – 3 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM (Closed on Mondays)
42 years in the game and still drawing queues, this stall does fried food with purpose. Must-haves include prawn cracker, liver roll, ngoh hiang, and their standout egg chestnut pancake. Pick your items (minimum 4), and don’t skip the bee hoon to round it out. Crunchy, flavorful, and not greasy.
7. Hai Nan Zai
Unit: #01-129
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 9 PM
This Bib Gourmand stall surprises with wok-fired plates like Char Kway Teow rich in wok hei, sweet-savory sauce, and just the right chew. It’s fried to order with cockles and Chinese sausage. They also serve Hokkien Mee, Carrot Cake, and Fried Oyster, all reliably good. Their rise to Michelin radar caught many by surprise.
8. Tian Ji Shu Shi
Unit: #01-141
Opening Hours: 6 AM – 2 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
Known for prawn noodles that bring out the natural sweetness of the shellfish, Tian Ji delivers on both broth and dry versions. The dry noodles are tossed in ketchup and chilli with crispy pork lard, while the soup offers depth without heaviness. Generous portions and fresh prawns make this a solid go-to. A regular queue forms for a reason.
9. Haji Ali Cooked Food
Unit: #01-171
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 9 PM
For traditional Malay breakfast and lunch, this stall covers all the staples — Mee Rebus, Mee Siam, Lontong, Nasi Lemak, and more. The Lontong stands out with ketupat, vegetable curry, tofu, serunding, and sambal at a wallet-friendly price. They also offer Nasi Padang with rendang, begedil, and other sides. Great value and consistent flavor.
10. Pin Xiang
Unit: #01-143
Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 9:30 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
Famous for white carrot cake that’s crispy and loaded with wok hei, Pin Xiang also excels in oyster omelette, char kway teow, and mee goreng. Their black version of carrot cake is just as popular, and the use of multiple woks keeps wait times reasonable. Generous portions and bold flavors make this a favorite. Expect a crowd.
Getting to Chong Pang Market & Food Centre
Address: 105 Yishun Ring Road, Singapore 760105
By MRT:
Take the North-South Line to Yishun MRT Station (NS13). From there, walk about 10–12 minutes or transfer to bus 859, 811, or 803 and alight near Block 102.
By Bus:
Bus services 807, 860, and 969 stop nearby. Alight at Yishun Ring Road or Yishun Ave 5, depending on your direction.
By Car:
Public car parks are available around Blocks 102–105. Parking can get tight during lunch hours and weekends.
This list skips fluff and queues up the stalls that consistently deliver. Whether you want rich gravies, wok-fired noodles, heritage soups, or fried classics, these 10 vendors form the backbone of Chong Pang’s reputation. Timing matters, so aim for off-peak hours if you’re not keen to wait.
