{"id":54154,"date":"2025-10-30T18:00:22","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T10:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/?p=54154"},"modified":"2026-01-31T13:56:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T05:56:50","slug":"maxwell","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/maxwell\/","title":{"rendered":"Maxwell Food Centre: 11 Must-Try Stalls for Singapore Food Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Maxwell Food Centre<\/strong> is synonymous with one dish: the famous Chicken Rice served at <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/tiantian\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tian Tian Chicken Rice: The Crown Jewel of Maxwell Food Centre\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Featured in almost every travel guide, this iconic stall draws long queues of visitors daily \u2014 but Maxwell is much more than just Tian Tian.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11172 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Exterior-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The exterior of Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Home to around 100 stalls, this <strong>hawker centre<\/strong> is a treasure trove of <strong><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\">local favourites<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, many of them beloved by discerning Singaporeans.<\/p>\n<p>For <strong>under $10<\/strong>, you can feast like a local and savour the best of Singapore\u2019s street food scene.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"List_TOC\">\n<li><span><a href=\"#Info\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Maxwell Food Centre Guide<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Maxwell\">\u2022 Nearest MRT Station: Maxwell<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Chinatown\">\u2022 Chinatown Food Stop<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Map\">\u2022 Maxwell Floor Map<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Rule\">\u2022 Hawker Centre Rules &amp; Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#TianTian\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">11 Must-Try Stalls at Maxwell<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#TianTian\">\u2460 Tian Tian Chicken Rice<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#AhTai\">\u2461 Ah Tai<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#MarinaSouth\">\u2462 Marina South Delicious Food<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#HKM\">\u2463 Fried Kway Teow\u2022Fried Prawn Mee\u2022Fried Oyster\u2022Carrot Cake<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ZhenZhen\">\u2464 Zhen Zhen Porridge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Popiah\">\u2465 Rojak \u00b7 Popiah &amp; Cockle<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#JingHua\">\u2466 Jin Hua<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Fuzhou\">\u2467 Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#1950\">\u2468 The 1950\u2019s Coffee<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#TongXinJu\">\u2469 Tong Xin Ju Special Shanghai Tim Sum<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#LaoBan\">\u246a Lao Ban Soya Beancurd<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#FinalThoughts\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Info\" class=\"H2SubEng\">ABOUT<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Maxwell Food Centre Guide<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Maxwell\">Nearest MRT Station: Maxwell<\/h3>\n<p>In 2022, <strong>Maxwell MRT Station<\/strong> on the Thomson\u2013East Coast Line opened right next to Maxwell Food Centre.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23282 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Station-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The nearest MRT station is Maxwell on the Thomson\u2013East Coast Line\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Located just steps away, the new station offers <strong>seamless access<\/strong> to the food centre \u2014 even on rainy days, without getting wet.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Chinatown\">Chinatown Food Stop<\/h3>\n<p>While Maxwell MRT Station is convenient, it\u2019s recommended to include a visit to Maxwell Food Centre as part of your <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/chinatown\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chinatown: Where History, Food, and Culture Come Together\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinatown<\/a><\/span><\/strong> itinerary.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23284 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Chinatown-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Bustling streets of Singapore\u2019s Chinatown\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In that case, alight at <strong>Chinatown MRT Station<\/strong>, which serves two lines: the North East Line (Purple) and the Downtown Line (Blue).<\/p>\n<p>From <strong>Exit A<\/strong>, walk straight down <strong>Pagoda Street<\/strong> \u2014 the bustling main street of Chinatown \u2014 and <strong>turn right<\/strong> at the T-junction with South Bridge Road.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23283 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Entrance-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Entrance of Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Just ahead, opposite the striking red <strong>Buddha Tooth Relic Temple<\/strong>, you\u2019ll find Maxwell Food Centre.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/chinatown\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chinatown: Where History, Food, and Culture Come Together\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/chinatown\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Map\">Maxwell Floor Map<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Hawker centres<\/strong> are typically <strong>open-sided arcades<\/strong>, each housing dozens of small food stalls under one roof.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Inside-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of the famous Maxwell Food Centre in Chinatown\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34406 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Maxwell Food Centre is home to <strong>around 100 stalls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_54193\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_FloorPlan-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_FloorPlan-2-600x344.jpg\" alt=\"Floor plan of Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"344\" class=\"wp-image-54193 size-medium\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Click to enlarge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As shown in the map above, the stalls are arranged in three rows and <strong>numbered sequentially from #1 to #103<\/strong>. Even with so many vendors, the stall numbers make it easy to find your destination without getting lost.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10163 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Toilet-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Restrooms at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The hawker centre is also equipped with handy facilities, including wash basins and restrooms, which are generally kept clean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Rule\">Hawker Centre Rules &amp; Tips<\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<h5>Opening Hours &amp; Days Off<\/h5>\n<p>Opening hours and days off vary by stall.<\/p>\n<h5>Securing a Seat (Choping)<\/h5>\n<p>Seating is generally available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once you\u2019ve chosen a table, it\u2019s common in Singapore to <strong>\u201cchope (reserve)\u201d<\/strong> your seat by placing a packet of tissues or wet wipes on it.<\/p>\n<h5>Tray Return<\/h5>\n<p>After eating, be sure to <strong>return your tray and dishes to the designated return station<\/strong>. Failure to do so may result in a warning or a fine. The return points are clearly marked, with separate sections for Halal(food allowed under Islamic law) and non-Halal food stalls.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Maxwell Food Centre<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\"><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xpV4o3zDLSCj3WsQA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Kadayanallur St, Singapore 069184<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"TianTian\" class=\"H2SubEng\">01<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Tian Tian Chicken Rice<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Must-Try Chicken Rice<\/h3>\n<p>Taking up two full stalls, <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/tiantian\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tian Tian Chicken Rice: The Crown Jewel of Maxwell Food Centre\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Tian Tian Chicken Rice<\/a><\/span><\/strong> is the undisputed star of Maxwell Food Centre.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7536 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_TianTian-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Tian Tian's stall and menu\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This stall serves one of the best versions of <strong>Singapore\u2019s national dish<\/strong>\u2014Chicken Rice\u2014featuring tender poached chicken and aromatic rice cooked in rich chicken broth.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/TianTian_ChickenRice-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Hainanese Chicken Rice from Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice.\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34418 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This dish tops every <strong>must-eat list <\/strong>\u2014 not just at Maxwell, but across Singapore. It has even earned a <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/bibgourmand\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Michelin Singapore 2025: 12 Must-Try Starred and Bib Gourmand Spots\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Michelin Bib Gourmand<\/a><\/span><\/strong> award.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4><a style=\"color: #cc0000; text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"Tian Tian Chicken Rice: The Crown Jewel of Maxwell Food Centre\" href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/tiantian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice<\/a><\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5qci3ai4GGyaZwWD8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-10\/11<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong><a title=\"Tian Tian Chicken Rice: The Crown Jewel of Maxwell Food Centre\" href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/tiantian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Below<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"blog-card\" style=\"margin-top: -30px; padding-bottom: 4px; font-size: 11pt;\">\n<p><a title=\"Tian Tian Chicken Rice: The Crown Jewel of Maxwell Food Centre\" href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/tiantian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/tiantian\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"AhTai\" class=\"H2SubEng\">02<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Ah Tai<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Chicken Rice by a Former Cook at Tian Tian<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ah Tai<\/strong> is no stranger to Tian Tian\u2013their rivalry has a storied past. The owner, a <strong>former cook at Tian Tian<\/strong>, opened his own stall just four units down after a falling out with his previous employer.<\/p>\n<p>This sparked what locals dubbed the <strong>\u201cMaxwell Chicken Rice War.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10221 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_AhTai-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Ah Tai's stall\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Given his background, it\u2019s no surprise the taste closely mirrors Tian Tian\u2019s. Prices are also the same for the small portion \u2014 $5 at both stalls.<\/p>\n<p>A standout feature of Ah Tai is its <strong>$6 value set<\/strong>, which comes with chicken rice, vegetables, and soup.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10222\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10222 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_AhTaiChickenRice-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken Rice at Ah Tai\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Small size for $5<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If Tian Tian happens to be closed or the queue is too long, Ah Tai makes for a solid alternative.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Ah Tai Hainanese Chicken Rice<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/SpD1M4pRreZZ1U946\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-07<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"MarinaSouth\" class=\"H2SubEng\">03<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Marina South Delicious Food<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Crispy and Fluffy Oyster Omelette<\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re craving stir-fried dishes, head to <strong>Marina South Delicious Food<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7530 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_MarinaSouthDeliciousFood-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Marina South Delicious Food stall\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While local staples like char kway teow and carrot cake are popular here, the standout is the <strong>Oyster Omelette (Fried Oyster)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7529 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_FriedOyster-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Fried oysters at Marina South Delicious Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This dish features fresh oysters stir-fried with eggs, <strong>crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside<\/strong>. Served with a spicy chili sauce, it&#8217;s the perfect companion to a cold beer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Marina South Delicious Food<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/MX11QgpUkdmLLiwQ7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-35<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"HKM\" class=\"H2SubEng\">04<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Fried Kway Teow\u2022Fried Prawn Mee\u2022Fried Oyster\u2022Carrot Cake<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Crowd-favourite Hokkien Mee<\/h3>\n<p>Located at #01-53 in the central row is a stall named <strong>Fried Kway Teow\u2022Fried Prawn Mee\u2022Fried Oyster\u2022Carrot Cake<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23294 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_HokkienMeeStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Fried Kway Teow\u2022Fried Prawn Mee\u2022Fried Oyster\u2022Carrot Cake\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>True to its name, the menu features a full spread of <strong>Singapore\u2019s hawker favourites<\/strong>\u2014including Char Kway Teow, Hokkien Mee, Oyster Omelette, and Carrot Cake.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23295 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_HokkienMee-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Hokkien Mee at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><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\">Hokkien Mee<\/a><\/span><\/strong> combines a mix of yellow egg noodles and white rice noodles, creating a satisfyingly chewy texture. Its enticing aroma and light seafood-based flavour make it an <strong>absolute must-try<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Fried Kway Teow\u2022Fried Prawn Mee\u2022Fried Oyster\u2022Carrot Cake<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ZUoVJnY4GtNLDQne6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-53<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ZhenZhen\" class=\"H2SubEng\">05<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Zhen Zhen Porridge<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Hearty Porridge Breakfast<\/h3>\n<p>Before the sun rises, <strong>Zhen Zhen Porridge<\/strong> opens at 5:30am, welcoming early risers with <strong>bowls of warm, comforting porridge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7531 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_ZhenZhen-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Zhen Zhen Porridge stall\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Simmered to a silky consistency, it offers a gentle flavour that soothes the stomach <strong>first thing in the morning<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7532 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Porridge-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken porridge at Zhen Zhen Porridge\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Even the small size, priced <strong>at just $4<\/strong>, is incredibly filling, offering a generous, bowl-sized portion \u2014 enough to keep hunger at bay for hours.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Zhen Zhen Porridge<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vCLGYVrdWPZmNqL77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-54<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Popiah\" class=\"H2SubEng\">06<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Rojak \u00b7 Popiah &amp; Cockle<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Fresh Veggie Popiah Roll<\/h3>\n<p>The name of this eatery, <strong>Rojak \u00b7 Popiah &amp; Cockle<\/strong>, tells you exactly what they serve. <strong>Popiah<\/strong>, a popular <strong>Nyonya dish<\/strong>, is one of the highlights on the menu.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20903 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_PopiahStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Stall serving Rojak, Popiah, and Cockles at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This popular snack consists of a <strong>thin, delicate skin<\/strong> made from wheat flour, wrapped around fresh ingredients like shredded vegetables, egg, and peanuts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20902 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_Popiah-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Popiah from the Rojak, Popiah, and Cockles stall at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Expect a delightful combination of crunchy bean sprouts and lettuce, balanced by the sweet flavour of the eggs and peanuts.<\/p>\n<p>Light and refreshing, it\u2019s a veggie-packed roll \u2014 perfect as a <strong>salad alternative<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Rojak \u00b7 Popiah &amp; Cockle<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/6jf2ERhK27VLscWaA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-56<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"JingHua\" class=\"H2SubEng\">07<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Jin Hua<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Comforting Fish Soup<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Jin Hua<\/strong>, known for its fish soup, is one of the popular stalls at Maxwell, often drawing long queues.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20901 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_JinHuaStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Jin Hua stall at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Try ordering the <strong>Fish Bee Hoon Soup<\/strong> (No.2), featuring crispy fried fish slices.<\/p>\n<p>The mild, gentle soup has no hint of fishiness, pairing perfectly with the smooth, slurpable bee hoon (rice vermicelli).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20900 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_JinHuaBeeHoon-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Fish Bee Hoon from Jin Hua at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The lightly salted fried fish is tender, flaky, and delicious, adding the perfect finishing touch. It\u2019s the ideal bowl for a rainy day \u2014 comforting and full of warmth.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Jin Hua Fish Head Bee Hoon<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HGqxn32E4UA5GB1R9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-77<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Fuzhou\" class=\"H2SubEng\">08<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Crispy Oyster Cake<\/h3>\n<p>A longtime local favourite, <strong>Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake<\/strong> draws steady crowds for its signature treat.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8062\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8062 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_FuzhouOysterCake-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">$2.5 each<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This stall specialises in <strong>Oyster Cakes<\/strong>, which are small, circular fritters about 7cm in diameter that are deep-fried until golden.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8064 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_OysterCake-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Oyster cake at Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bite into the crispy, fragrant crust and you\u2019ll find a generous filling of oysters, minced meat, vegetables, and prawns, all seasoned to perfection.<\/p>\n<p>Ideal for a <strong>quick snack<\/strong> or <strong>light bite<\/strong> when hunger strikes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Maxwell Fuzhou Oyster Cake<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/hfFqHXuw3y3mWyQk6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-05<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"1950\" class=\"H2SubEng\">09<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>The 1950\u2019s Coffee<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Crispy Kaya Toast Delight<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The 1950\u2019s Coffee<\/strong>, a beloved stall originally based in Chinatown Complex, has made its way to Maxwell Food Centre.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20899 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_1950Stall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"The 1950's Coffee stall at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The thinly toasted bread is perfectly crispy and crunchy, offering a delightful contrast to the smooth texture of the kaya jam and butter.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20898 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_1950KayaToast-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Kaya toast from The 1950's Coffee at Maxwell Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy it the local way \u2014 sipping kopi at a hawker centre while biting into <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/kayatoast\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"10 Must-Try Kaya Toast Spots for an Authentic Singaporean Breakfast\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Kaya Toast<\/strong><\/a><\/span>. This, truly, is the <strong>taste of a Singapore morning<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4><a style=\"color: #cc0000; text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"10 Must-Try Kaya Toast Spots for an Authentic Singaporean Breakfast\" href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/kayatoast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1950\u2019s Coffee<\/a><\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BQ6mcjaFiXFiLosn9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-90<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related<\/strong><a title=\"10 Must-Try Kaya Toast Spots for an Authentic Singaporean Breakfast\" href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/kayatoast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Below<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"blog-card\" style=\"margin-top: -30px; padding-bottom: 4px; font-size: 11pt;\">\n<p><a title=\"10 Must-Try Kaya Toast Spots for an Authentic Singaporean Breakfast\" href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/kayatoast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/kayatoast\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"TongXinJu\" class=\"H2SubEng\">10<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Tong Xin Ju Special Shanghai Tim Sum<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Crispy Fried Dumplings<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tong Xin Ju Special Shanghai Tim Sum<\/strong>, a popular stall serving <strong>Shanghai-style cuisine and dim sum<\/strong>, is always bustling with customers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8332 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_TongXinJu-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Tong Xin Ju stall and menu\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While the menu also includes noodles and soups, the top recommendation is their <strong>Fried Dumplings<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Freshly crispy-fried, each dumpling is bursting with juicy filling beneath its golden skin.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8327\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8327 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_FriedDumplings-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Fried dumplings from Tong Xin Ju\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">8 pieces for $5.20<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The small size makes them perfect for a <strong>quick snack<\/strong>, ideal for enjoying with a cold beer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Tong Xin Ju Shanghai Tim Sum<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/3RBHM9AK1YbbCyE37\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-92<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"LaoBan\" class=\"H2SubEng\">11<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Lao Ban Soya Beancurd<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Refreshing Soya Beancurd Delight<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Lao Ban Soya Beancurd<\/strong> is a stall serving traditional <strong>soya beancurd<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8218 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_LaoBanSoyaBeancurd-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Lao Ban Soya Beancurd stall\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Their lineup includes the <strong>original soya beancurd<\/strong>, subtly sweet <strong>almond soya beancurd<\/strong>, and <strong>herbal jelly<\/strong> \u2014 each priced from just $2.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8217 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Maxwell_SoyaBeancurd-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Soya beancurd from Lao Ban Soya Beancurd\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Even on a hot day in Singapore when the heat feels overwhelming, the smooth, silky texture of the chilled dessert is the perfect way to cool down.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Lao Ban Soya Beancurd<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/YnyVUqXYCokkRtNC9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#01-91<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"FinalThoughts\" class=\"H2SubEng\">RECAP<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Located in Chinatown, <strong>Maxwell Food Centre<\/strong> hosts around 100 stalls, offering a treasure trove of affordable and delicious <strong><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\">local delights<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to add it to your travel itinerary and experience Singapore\u2019s vibrant hawker culture and rich culinary diversity!<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Maxwell Food Centre<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\"><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xpV4o3zDLSCj3WsQA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Kadayanallur St, Singapore 069184<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn-wrap\"><a class=\"btn btn-c\" href=\"\/\/ck.jp.ap.valuecommerce.com\/servlet\/referral?sid=3351386&amp;pid=889570467&amp;vc_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-GB%2Fattractions%2Fsingapore%2Fg15%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span class=\"spot\">Book Smart, Save Big!<\/span><br \/>\nAttraction in Singapore<br \/>\n= Best Ticket Deals on Klook =<br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maxwell Food Centre is synonymous with one dish: the famous Chicken Rice served at Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice. Featured in almost every travel guide, this iconic stall draws long queues of visitors daily \u2014 but Maxwell is much more than just Tian Tian. Home to around 100 stalls, this hawker centre is a treasure trove of local favourites, many of them beloved by discerning Singaporeans. For under $10, you can feast like a local and savour the best of Singapore\u2019s street food scene. Maxwell Food Centre Guide \u2022 Nearest MRT Station: Maxwell \u2022 Chinatown Food Stop \u2022 Maxwell Floor&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":45577,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[431],"tags":[489,471,472,474],"class_list":["post-54154","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food-drink","tag-under10dollars-en","tag-cheap-shiok-en","tag-hawker-en","tag-top-picks-en","area-chinatown-en"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54154","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54154"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54154\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":54909,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54154\/revisions\/54909"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/45577"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54154"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54154"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54154"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}