Opened in December 2022, Senja Hawker Centre brings a fresh energy to Bukit Panjang’s food scene. With 28 stalls, airy architecture, and a balance of tradition and modern flair, it stands out for both quality and value. Here’s a curated list of 10 standout stalls worth your queue, each offering something distinct across heritage flavors and modern takes.
1. Heng Gi Goose and Duck Rice
Unit: #02-07
Opening Hours: 9 AM – 4 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
A household name with over six decades of history, Heng Gi is acclaimed for its Teochew-style braised duck. The meat is sliced thin and deboned, served tender with a robust sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and more than 10 herbs. Pumpkin yam rice adds a nutty contrast to the savory duck. Sets with braised peanuts, tofu, and egg complete the meal.
2. Project Penyek by Ansar
Unit: #02-17
Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 8 PM (Closed on Sundays)
Crispy on the outside, juicy inside—this stall’s Nasi Ayam Penyet draws steady queues. The fried chicken’s bold flavors are amplified by a potent sambal that hits with heat and depth. The halal-certified stall also serves beef and fish penyet, plus a fried rice version for variety. Originating from ABC Brickworks, its standards remain tight.
3. Onigirazu Don
Unit: #02-04
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
Started by a young couple who ran it as a home-based business, this stall redefines hawker-style Japanese fare. Onigirazu—flat rice sandwiches—come stuffed with fillings like Spam & Cheese or Kare Katsu with curry mayo. The donburi lineup features items such as Smoked Duck Oyako Don and Yakiniku Beef Curry Rice. Each bowl is thoughtfully constructed with flavor at its core.
4. Munchi Pancakes
Unit: #02-23
Opening Hours: 8 AM – 8:30 PM
Known for its creative spin on min jiang kueh, this stall offers far more than just traditional peanut filling. Modern takes include matcha, Oreo cheese, Thai milk tea, and Earl Grey. Each pancake is soft yet chewy, with generous fillings in every bite. The line says it all—people come for both nostalgia and novelty.
5. Pin Wei Hong Kong Style Chee Cheong Fun
Unit: #02-27
Opening Hours: 7 AM – 7 PM
This Michelin-recommended stall specializes in rice noodle rolls that are made fresh to order. Each sheet is whisper-thin, tender, and silky, drenched in a lightly savory soy-based sauce. Fillings like char siew, scallop, and prawn are popular for their generous portions and freshness. It’s a standout for texture lovers and chee cheong fun purists alike.
6. Shi Nian Pork Leg Rice
Unit: #02-11
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 8:30 PM
Rich, gelatinous pork trotters steal the show here, slow-braised to a fall-apart consistency. The collagen-heavy skin adds a luxurious mouthfeel, paired with salted vegetables, rice, and prawn cake. For those into offal, the Swirly Intestine side dish adds depth and variety. This is comfort food with layers of richness in every bite.
7. Amoy Street Lor Mee
Unit: #02-01
Opening Hours: 10 AM – 1:30 PM
Operating since 1959, this stall delivers a lighter take on lor mee with its less-starchy, aromatic gravy. Flat yellow noodles are bathed in sauce and topped with pork belly, fried batang fish, and prawn rolls. The Jumbo Meal adds variety with all toppings included. The taste is classic yet refined, with consistent queues backing it up.
8. China Whampoa Home Made Noodle
Unit: #02-05
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
A fixture since 1989, this stall serves 12 varieties of handmade noodles, from ban mian to mee hoon kueh. The dry version stands out, tossed in dark soy sauce and fiery homemade chilli. Premium options like Razor Clams Yu Mee and Abalone Noodles cater to indulgent cravings. Textural satisfaction is guaranteed in every slurp.
9. Yong Feng Ji Chicken Rice
Unit: #02-02
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 8 PM (Closed on Wednesdays)
For just S$3.50, you get silky poached chicken, fragrant rice, soup, and vegetables—executed with care. The elderly couple behind this stall serves hearty, humble fare that satisfies without frills. The rice is seasoned just right, and the chicken is tender with clean flavors. Other offerings like Chicken Char Siew Rice and porridge with century egg round out the menu.
10. Ah Lock Kitchen
Unit: #02-26
Opening Hours: 10 AM – 8 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
This stall presents Hakka yong tau foo in a rice bowl format, blending heritage with hawker-style modernity. Each bowl includes handmade tofu, meatballs, and vegetables over short-grain rice, dressed in a house-blend mayo. Their Nam Ru Chicken Wings are marinated in fermented beancurd for a deep, umami finish. It’s light yet layered with flavor.
How to Get to Senja Hawker Centre
Address: 2 Senja Close, Singapore 677632
By MRT:
Take the Downtown Line (DTL) to Bukit Panjang MRT Station (DT1/BP6). From there, it’s about a 10-minute walk or a short bus ride.
By LRT:
Board the Bukit Panjang LRT Line and alight at Senja LRT Station (BP13). The hawker centre is just a 3-minute walk away.
By Bus:
Buses 972, 920, and 922 stop nearby. Alight at Senja Road or Bukit Panjang Road and walk a few minutes to the entrance.
Whether you’re after heritage dishes or newer trends in local hawker fare, Senja Hawker Centre delivers both in equal measure—without compromising quality or affordability.
