{"id":51978,"date":"2026-04-21T10:00:05","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T02:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/?p=51978"},"modified":"2026-05-16T14:58:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T06:58:33","slug":"laupasat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/laupasat\/","title":{"rendered":"Lau Pa Sat: The Ultimate Guide to Must-Try Stalls &#038; Satay Street"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/marina\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Marina Bay: Complete Guide to Singapore\u2019s Most Iconic District\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>The Marina Bay area<\/strong><\/a> <\/span>is likely to be on the itinerary for most visitors to Singapore. This popular destination boasts iconic attractions such as <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/merlion\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Merlion: Singapore\u2019s Iconic Landmark and Must-See Attraction\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">the Merlion<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and <strong>Marina Bay Sands<\/strong>, while also being <strong>the heart of Singapore&#8217;s economy<\/strong>, home to one of Asia&#8217;s leading financial districts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13366 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Exterior-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior of Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Nestled among the towering skyscrapers of Shenton Way, a distinctive building with <strong>a reddish-brown roof and clock tower<\/strong> stands out. <strong>Lau Pa Sat Festival Market<\/strong> is a beloved culinary hotspot, offering a taste of local flavours to both office workers and tourists alike.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"List_TOC\">\n<li><span><a href=\"#VisitorInfo\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Plan Your Visit<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#History\">\u2022 Origins and History<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Access\">\u2022 How to Get to Lau Pa Sat<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Operation\">\u2022 Opening Hours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#FloorMap\">\u2022 Floor Map<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Stalls\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Top 9 Must-Try Stalls at Lau Pa Sat<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Michelin\">\u2776 Lao Fu Zi Char Kway Teow<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Hokkien\">\u2777 Seng Kee Local Delights<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Chicken\">\u2778 Ipoh Hainan Chicken Rice<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#SingHK\">\u2779 Sing HK Kitchen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#BanMian\">\u277a Ban Mian<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#RiriHong\">\u277b Ri Ri Hong Mala Hot Pot<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#XLB\">\u277c Shanghai Fried Xiao Long Bao<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#DimSum\">\u277d Lion City Dim Sum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Butter\">\u277e Butter &amp; Cream<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Satay\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sizzling Feast on Satay Street<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Street\">\u2022 Satay Stalls Pop Up Every Evening<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#FoodFolks\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Shop &amp; Bite at Food Folks<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#SgBrand\">\u2022 Local Brands and Goods in One Place<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"VisitorInfo\" class=\"H2SubEng\">01<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Plan Your Visit<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"History\">Origins and History of Lau Pa Sat<\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u201cLau Pa Sat\u201d<\/strong> literally means old market \u2014 a name combining the Chinese word <strong>\u201cLau (old)\u201d<\/strong> with <strong>\u201cPa Sat,\u201d<\/strong> a local twist on the Persian word <strong>bazaar (market)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Entrance-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Signboard of Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36509 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>True to its name, Lau Pa Sat boasts a rich history, with roots dating back to the 19th-century <strong>Telok Ayer Market<\/strong>. In 1991, it was transformed into a bustling <strong>hawker centre<\/strong>, with a wide array of food stalls.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42366\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_130Anniversary-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lau Pa Sat, celebrating its 130th anniversary in 2024\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"wp-image-42366 size-medium\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">130th anniversary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While the phrase \u201cold market\u201d might conjure up images of something dusty and worn-out, regular upkeep and careful renovations ensure that <strong>the interior remains clean and well-maintained<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13367 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Inside-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The iconic clock tower and intricately decorated cast-iron pillars of Lau Pa Sat were designed by Scottish engineer James MacRitchie.<\/p>\n<p>The elegant details reflect the <strong>Victorian style<\/strong> that was in vogue in the 1890s. Today, Lau Pa Sat is recognised as a <strong>National Monument of Singapore<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_NationalMonument-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lau Pa Sat, designated as a National Monument of Singapore\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42367 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With its central location and inviting, well-maintained atmosphere, Lau Pa Sat stands out among Singapore&#8217;s many hawker centres, <strong>making it a top choice for tourists<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Access\">How to Get to Lau Pa Sat<\/h3>\n<p>Lau Pa Sat sits right in the heart of Marina Bay&#8217;s business district.<\/p>\n<p>Location-wise, it\u2019s roughly <strong>halfway between Downtown and Telok Ayer MRT stations<\/strong> on the Downtown Line (blue). Both are about a 4\u20135 minute walk away. Alternatively, it&#8217;s also within walking distance from <strong>Raffles Place MRT station<\/strong> and the <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/merlion\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Merlion: Singapore\u2019s Iconic Landmark and Must-See Attraction\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Merlion Park<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1Yhn6C0il-pBpsRGBSTjzJ4ykey9aRZ0&amp;ehbc=888888&amp;hl=en\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re staying at one of the hotels around Marina Bay, it&#8217;s a great idea to take a leisurely stroll to Lau Pa Sat for dinner after the day\u2019s heat has subsided.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Operation\">Opening Hours<\/h3>\n<p>Opening hours at Lau Pa Sat vary from stall to stall.<\/p>\n<p>Due to its location in the business district, it gets particularly busy during weekday lunch hours. To avoid long queues, it\u2019s best to visit either just <strong>before noon or after 2 pm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Note<\/h4>\n<p>Although Lau Pa Sat is nominally open 24 hours, in practice, only a few shops operate around the clock. Keep in mind that most stalls are closed during the late-night and early-morning hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"FloorMap\">Floor Map<\/h3>\n<p>Lau Pa Sat is a massive hawker centre with <strong>over 70 stalls and around 2,500 seats<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Map.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Map-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The floor map of Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-52015\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Viewed from above, its <strong>octagonal shape<\/strong> is designed according to <strong>Feng Shui<\/strong> to attract good fortune from all directions. At the centre is a drinks stall, with walkways radiating outwards in eight directions.<\/p>\n<p>If you happen to lose your bearings while browsing the stalls, just look for <strong>the street numbers<\/strong> displayed on the cast-iron pillars. Numbered from 1 to 8, they\u2019ll help you pinpoint your location.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_StreetNumber-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Street numbers that serve as landmarks at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36531 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Feel free to take any available seat. Payment is made directly to each stall at the time of ordering. Both cash and credit cards are accepted.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Stalls\" class=\"H2SubEng\">02<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Top 9 Must-Try Stalls at Lau Pa Sat<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Lau Pa Sat offers not only <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/localfood\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"What to Eat in Singapore: Your Guide to 19 Must-Try Local Dishes\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Singaporean favourites<\/strong><\/a><\/span> like <strong>Chicken Rice<\/strong>, <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/bakkutteh\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Ultimate Bak Kut Teh Trail: 8 Must-Visit Spots in Balestier\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bak Kut Teh<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, and <strong>Laksa<\/strong>, but also a wide variety of international cuisines, from Indian to Thai and even Japanese.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13379 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Feast-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Dining at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With so many options, it can be overwhelming to decide where to eat and what to try! To help, here are <strong>9 top stalls<\/strong> at Lau Pa Sat that you shouldn\u2019t miss.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Michelin\">\u2776 Lao Fu Zi Char Kway Teow<\/h3>\n<p>Opened in 2023, <strong>Lao Fu Zi Char Kway Teow<\/strong> is a newcomer to Lau Pa Sat, but it\u2019s no stranger to Singapore\u2019s hawker scene, having earned its <a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/bibgourmand\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Michelin Singapore 2025: 12 Must-Try Starred and Bib Gourmand Spots\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\">Michelin Bib Gourmand awar<\/span>d<\/strong><\/a> at the <strong>Old Airport Road Food Centre<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_LaoFuZiStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Lao Fu Zi Char Kway Teow at Lau Pa Sat, a renowned stall from Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36486 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The must-try dish here is their signature <strong>Char Kway Teow<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_LaoFuZi-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lao Fu Zi Char Kway Teow at Lau Pa Sat, a renowned stall from Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36485 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Imagine wide rice noodles stir-fried in a wok with prawns, eggs, and crunchy bean sprouts \u2013 <strong>a true hawker classic<\/strong> with an irresistible smoky aroma.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/K69KBt14FmCNqUbF6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 7, Stall #74 &amp; 75<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Hokkien\">\u2777 Seng Kee Local Delights<\/h3>\n<p>Next up is <strong>Seng Kee<\/strong> \u2013 a name that always pops up among the most popular at Lau Pa Sat.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_SengKeeStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Hokkien Mee from &quot;Seng Kee&quot; at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36488 size-medium\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Their <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/hokkienmee\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Ultimate Hokkien Mee Trail: 8 Must-Try Stalls in Singapore\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hokkien Mee<\/strong><\/a><\/span> combines yellow egg noodles and rice vermicelli, stir-fried in a rich seafood broth with a savoury kick.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13359 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_HokkienMee-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Hokkien Mee from &quot;Seng Kee&quot; at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mild but full of flavour, it\u2019s a crowd-pleaser that appeals to nearly every palate.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Seng Kee Local Delights<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gB9UfW3YHF1bYKdCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 3, Stall #10<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Chicken\">\u2778 Ipoh Hainan Chicken Rice<\/h3>\n<p>For an authentic taste of Singapore&#8217;s iconic <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/chickenrice10\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"10 Best Chicken Rice Spots That Define Singapore\u2019s National Dish\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Chicken Rice<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, head to <strong>Ipoh Hainanese Chicken Rice<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_IpohChickenRiceStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Ipoh Hainanese Chicken Rice stall at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36484 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>They specialise in <strong>\u201cKampung Chicken\u201d<\/strong> \u2013 a free-range chicken from <strong>Ipoh<\/strong>, a Malaysian town renowned for its food. The tender, yet firm chicken is packed with a rich, savoury depth, making it a true delight.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_IpohChickenRice-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Ipoh Hainanese Chicken Rice stall at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36483 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Ipoh Hainanese Chicken Rice<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/oJZjtTc6CwY1JePx8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 4, Stall #14<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"SingHK\">\u2779 Sing HK Kitchen<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Sing HK Kitchen<\/strong> is another popular stall for Hong Kong-style scrambled egg rice bowls.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_SingHKStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Sing HK Kitchen at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42358 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A generous mound of fluffy scrambled eggs sits atop a warm bed of rice, paired with a juicy pork chop and crisp lettuce. A drizzle of <strong>their sweet and savoury sauce<\/strong> completes this tempting dish.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_SingHKKitchen-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Scrambled Egg and Pork Chop Rice from Sing HK Kitchen at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42357 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a perfectly balanced and <strong>satisfying one-plate meal<\/strong> featuring eggs, rice, and meat.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Sing HK Kitchen<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/tP1osTMpJ6WxPDmCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 4, Stall #12<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"BanMian\">\u277a Ban Mian<\/h3>\n<p>Feeling a bit overwhelmed by rich, oily food? Then <strong>Ban Mian<\/strong> is just the ticket!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_BanMianStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Qiu Lian Ban Mian stall at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36482 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Flat, wide noodles are served in a piping hot, rich and savoury broth. This light and comforting noodle dish is ideal for gently soothing a tired stomach.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_BanMian-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Qiu Lian Ban Mian stall at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36481 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Qiu Lian Ban Mian<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/7NbxfrdbdQLZvLqG9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 6, Stall #16<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"RiriHong\">\u277b Ri Ri Hong Mala Hot Pot<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Mala Xiang Guo<\/strong> is a customisable stir-fry where diners choose from a wide selection of ingredients on display, cooked to order.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_RiriHongStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Ri Ri Hong Mala Hot Pot stall at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-55437 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The addictive, <strong>numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns and chillies<\/strong> has made it a firm local favourite.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_RiriHongMapoTofu-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Mapo Tofu at Ri Ri Hong Mala Hot Pot\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-55435 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For those after something a little more familiar, classic <strong>Mapo Tofu<\/strong> is also available.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Ri Ri Hong Mala Hot Pot<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/CZiiv8Y9Hu3JJobw9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 5, Stall #61 &amp; 62<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"XLB\">\u277c Shanghai Fried Xiao Long Bao<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to dim sum, <strong>Xiao Long Bao<\/strong> is always a crowd favourite \u2014 and <strong>Shanghai Sheng Jian Xiao Long Bao<\/strong>\u00a0is the go-to stall at Lau Pa Sat.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_ShanghaiXLBStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Shanghai Fried Xiao Long Bao at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42356 size-medium\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Freshly steamed and wrapped in delicate skins, these dumplings are filled with rich, savoury broth.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_ShanghaiXLB-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Shanghai Fried Xiao Long Bao at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42355 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At just $7.80 for six, they offer <strong>an authentic taste<\/strong> without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_ShanghaiXLBNoodles-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Zhajiangmian at Shanghai Fried Xiao Long Bao\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-55439 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Alongside pan-fried and steamed dumplings, the menu includes a selection of noodle dishes such as <strong>Zhajiangmian<\/strong> and <strong>Wonton noodles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Shanghai Fried Xiao Long Bao<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/bynTdpvNHhWqLHnF7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 6, Stall #64<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"DimSum\">\u277d Lion City Dim Sum<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Lion City Dim Sum<\/strong> offers a tempting array of steamed and fried dim sum, all beautifully laid out in their display case.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_LionCityDimSum-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lion City Dim Sum at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36497 size-medium\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>These <strong>bite-sized<\/strong> treats are perfect as snacks or side dishes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_DimSum-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lion City Dim Sum at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36498 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With <strong>24-hour service<\/strong>, this stall lets you enjoy dim sum whenever you please, from early morning until late at night.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Lion City Dim Sum<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/DwHmw4jsnYiG9edz6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 8, Stall #22<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Butter\">\u277e Butter &amp; Cream<\/h3>\n<p>For a post-meal treat, look no further than <strong>Butter &amp; Cream<\/strong>\u00a0bakery stall.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_ButterCreamStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Butter &amp; Cream bakery at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36503 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Their display case is brimming with delectable <strong>baked goods, from muffins and tarts to cheesecakes<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_ButterCream-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Butter &amp; Cream bakery at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-55433 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And with prices starting from an affordable $2.60 each, it&#8217;s hard to resist!<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Butter &amp; Cream<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/DbUwHgf4G1CJTLza8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Street 1, Stall #5 &amp; 6<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Satay\" class=\"H2SubEng\">03<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Sizzling Feast on Satay Street<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Street\">\u25a0 Satay Stalls Pop Up Every Evening<\/h3>\n<p>As night falls at Lau Pa Sat, the famous <strong>Satay Street<\/strong> comes to life.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_SatayNeon-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Satay Street next to Lau Pa Sat, where satay stalls pop up at night\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36487 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Every evening around 7pm, <strong>Boon Tat Street<\/strong>, which runs along the southwest side of Lau Pa Sat, <strong>closes to traffic and transforms into Satay Street<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13375 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_BoonTatSt-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Boon Tat Street, where Satay Street appears next to Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Rows of tables and chairs are set up right on the street, turning it into an <strong>open-air dining spot<\/strong> that feels part street party, part pop-up beer garden.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13377 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_SatayStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Satay stalls on Lau Pa Sat's &quot;Satay Street&quot;\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Around a dozen satay stalls line the pavement, filling the air with <strong>the smoky aroma of sizzling charcoal-grilled skewers<\/strong>. It&#8217;s an irresistible invitation to stop and indulge in a mouthwatering feast.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13376 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_SataySt-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Satay stalls on Lau Pa Sat's &quot;Satay Street&quot;\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Most stalls offer the <strong>classic trio of beef, chicken, and lamb satay<\/strong>, with some even serving up grilled <strong>prawn skewers<\/strong> for something a little different.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13370 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_Satay-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Satay at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Be sure to dip them in the <strong>peanut sauce<\/strong> \u2013 it\u2019s the perfect complement!<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Note<\/h4>\n<p>Satay can be enjoyed not only in the outdoor area but also at the indoor seating of Lau Pa Sat. Just place your order with one of roaming vendors, and they\u2019ll bring it straight to your table.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"FoodFolks\" class=\"H2SubEng\">04<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Shop &amp; Bite at Food Folks<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"SgBrand\">Local Brands and Goods in One Place<\/h3>\n<p>In 2020, a new concept shop called <strong>Food Folks<\/strong> opened within Lau Pa Sat, combining a light bites corner with a retail space.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_FoodFolks-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Food Folks at Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36510 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The food section<\/strong> offers stands serving coffee, ice cream and a\u00e7a\u00ed bowls, while <strong>the retail area<\/strong> showcases a curated selection of Singaporean brands\u2014from food products to lifestyle goods.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/LauPaSat_FoodFolksRetail-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Retail section at Food Folks in Lau Pa Sat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36511 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Even with a limited range, it\u2019s worth browsing for <strong>local products<\/strong> after your meal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Experience Singapore&#8217;s vibrant <strong>hawker culture<\/strong> at Lau Pa Sat, conveniently located near major tourist attractions \u2013 a perfect stop for travellers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Lau Pa Sat\uff08Telok Ayer Market\uff09<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/teGmafwYRHNyqL5S9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">18 Raffles Quay, Singapore 048582<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laupasat.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.laupasat.sg\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Marina Bay area is likely to be on the itinerary for most visitors to Singapore. This popular destination boasts iconic attractions such as the Merlion and Marina Bay Sands, while also being the heart of Singapore&#8217;s economy, home to one of Asia&#8217;s leading financial districts. Nestled among the towering skyscrapers of Shenton Way, a distinctive building with a reddish-brown roof and clock tower stands out. Lau Pa Sat Festival Market is a beloved culinary hotspot, offering a taste of local flavours to both office workers and tourists alike. 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