Many parts of Beach Road were composed of sand and mud in the past, before its entire coastal stretch was affected by land reclamation in the 1840s. A part of the area was set aside for the European community, hence it was once lined with beautiful bungalows. Arab and Bugis quarters, including Kampong Glam, made up the other part. Today, Beach Road is known for its two national monuments – Raffles Hotel and Hajjah Fatimah Mosque. You’ll also be able to find many specialty boutiques, and eateries in the area. If you’re visiting Singapore for the first time, here’s the ultimate list of 39 good eats along Beach Road!
Mrs Pho
Dining at Mrs Pho reminds us of dining in any back alley in Vietnam. The Special Beef Combo Noodle Soup ($8.90) comes loaded with slices of fatty brisket, beef round, and beef balls freshly shipped from Vietnam weekly. The broth is delicate and sweet. Best part? We love that the ingredients used in Vietnamese dishes have a low fat content.
Afterwit
Afterwit was inspired by an afterthought of pairing Mexican-influenced fare with an indie café experience. You can look forward to quesadillas, tortilla pizzas, tacos, and burritos. On weekdays (excluding public holidays), go for their Locos Lunch that’s available from 12pm to 3pm.
Hyde & Co.
Hyde & Co.’s menu features a creative selection of pastas and pizzas specially created by Chef Nazlie who is trained in Italian cuisine. Expect mod-Sin dishes that are refreshing twists on local favourites. The Gnocchi “Mee Rebus”, a first in Singapore, and the The Bomb (Chye Poh Prawn Omelette pizza) are options that you might want to consider.
Krave
This 2-year-old café specializes in al dente pasta. You can choose between spaghetti and penne for your pasta. We spotted some unique pasta flavours such as Rendang Bolognese ($16), Kurry Kremoso ($16), and Sambal Marinara ($18). The Kurry Kremoso is the café’s own rendition of curry chicken with pasta.
Fat Papas
Whenever our burger cravings kick in, we would think of Fat Papas which specializes in homemade burgers. Dining here is a messy affair, but trust us – the best way of devouring a burger is to not be afraid of getting your hands dirty.
Pho 4 U
This Halal Vietnamese eatery serves a variety of pho, and other Vietnamese dishes. Pho 4A ($10) is a beef noodle soup with half-cooked steak, well-done brisket, flank and meatballs. Add some fresh greens in for a nice textural crunch in every bite.
Jason Niang Dou Fu
To stand out from other yong tau foo stalls, Jason Niang Dou Fu has come up with interesting pairings. You can have your noodles with chye poh sauce, or laksa soup. If you aren’t a fan of rice or noodles, you can get chee cheong fun too.
Pondok Jawa Timur
Opened by Mdm Indah from Surabaya, this Indonesian restaurant serves tasty and authentic Javanese cuisine. The Indonesian chefs use only fresh ingredients. Mdm Indah whips up her dishes according to her family recipes, and her passion for cooking led her to where she is today.
Na Na Original Thai Food
The most impressive dish that we ordered here is the Tom Yum Seafood Soup which is served in an ancient claypot. There is a distinct lemongrass taste, and its spiciness is not too overwhelming. If you’re ready for more kick, go for a plate of Basil Chicken, and you will soon have sexy sausage lips!
Diandin Leluk
Diandin Leluk’s humble beginnings can be traced back to the early 1980s when they sold packed lunch to Thai workers at construction sites, from a rented lorry. After gaining a significant number of fans who love their food, they decided to set up the current eatery at Golden Mile Complex to cater mainly to the Thai community, and subsequently won the “tastebuds” of locals as well.
Abb Zabb
This stall soared to fame because of their signature Tomyum lobster dish. Their signature Tom Yum Lobster Noodle Combo ($38) consists of one whole Boston lobster, tiger prawns, scallops, mussels and an entire squid that is generously stuffed with flavoursome minced pork.
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle has one of the best bak chor mees in Singapore. If you are a bak chor mee fan and has never tried this, you are definitely missing out. The sauce is full of chilli and vinegar, which is a robust mix of savory, spicy and sour flavours – very shiok!
Tian Yi
The folks at Tian Yi have added their own twists to traditional desserts. You’ll be surprised to know that their Signature Green Bean Soup ($1.80) consists of 22 ingredients, while their Signature Red Bean Soup ($1.80) contains 23 ingredients.
91 Fried Kway Teow Mee
This is, perhaps, one of the most unique char kway teow stalls in Singapore. The char kway teow here has chye sim and ikan billis as toppings. We found the wok hei really gratifying and enjoyed the crunchy texture and savouriness of the ikan billis.
Hainan Hokkien Mee
The dryness of this plate of hokkien mee cannot be contended. The owner leaves the stock to simmer till it has evaporated, ensuring that the flavours are locked into the yellow noodles and bee hoon. A smoky fragrance lingers as you savour each mouthful of noodles.
Kampong Glam Cafe
One of the dishes we really enjoyed here is the lontong. Imagine indulging in cubes of rice cakes soaked in a turmeric-spiced coconut curry. The lontong is served with cabbage, long beans, and tofu, and topped with grated spiced coconut. Just add a dollop of chilli to complete the dish!
Hainanese Boneless Chicken Rice
Don’t be deceived. If you don’t see a queue here, it’s because customers are advised to take a seat while waiting for their meals to be served. The wait can be quite long, so be sure to check the waiting time before you order if you’re in a rush. The rice is fragrant, while the chicken is smooth and tender.
Ah Xiao Teochew Braised Duck
The duck meat, rice, and egg come together as a package. Only plain white rice is served here, so ask for more gravy!
Zhen Hao Lor Mee
As compared to Chia Bee, Zhen Hao’s Lor Mee gravy is thicker and very gooey. However, it isn’t too salty and you can still taste the natural flavours of the fish which is fried a la minute here. There’s even fried fish skin in each bowl. It would have tasted better if it’s a tad more garlicky, like Chia Bee’s version.
Lao Huang Hakka Niang Tou Fu
This stall used to be run by an elderly woman, but her children have taken over the family business now. The broth is light, with a hint of sweetness. All the ingredients are made by hand, and we strongly recommend the brinjal that’s generously stuffed with meat.
Chia Bee Lor Mee
Looking for a supper spot? Chia Bee Lor Mee will satisfy. Go for bee hoon mee which comes with two types of fish – fried fish and fish meat. The fried fish is really crispy. You can add your desired amount of garlic puree and vinegar yourself.
Som Tam Suphasiri
Som Tam Suphasiri serves a wide variety of authentic Thai salads. Flavours range from pickled mussels to marinated crab, to octopus, to steamed pig’s intestine. Do let the waitress know how many stems of chilli you desire in your salad!
Burgs
Burgs serves up quality gourmet burgers at extremely affordable prices. The buns are satisfyingly warm and soft when they are eaten immediately. Each burger set comes with thick cut fries that, to our delight, can be swapped to onion rings for a mere buck!
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