{"id":56297,"date":"2026-08-06T18:00:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T10:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/?p=56297"},"modified":"2026-08-06T17:57:43","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T09:57:43","slug":"oldairportfc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/oldairportfc\/","title":{"rendered":"Old Airport Road Food Centre: 10 Must-Try Stalls at Singapore\u2019s Hawker Icon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Widely regarded among locals as one of <strong>Singapore&#8217;s best hawker centres<\/strong>, <strong>Old Airport Road Food Centre<\/strong> has been a local favourite for more than half a century since it opened in 1973.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20053 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_Exterior-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior of Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Its weathered exterior hints at decades of history, while the maze-like interior is lined with food stalls and buzzing with diners. The atmosphere is unmistakably authentic, giving the place a character and charm all its own.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re ready to venture beyond the tourist-friendly hawker centres, it&#8217;s time to take on the <strong>&#8220;final boss&#8221; of Singapore&#8217;s hawker scene<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"List_TOC\">\n<li><span><a href=\"#VisitorInfo\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Getting There &amp; Floor Map<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Access\">\u2022 Getting to Old Airport Road FC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Map\">\u2022 Floor Map and Layout<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#LorMee\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">10 Must-Try Stalls<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#LorMee\">\u2460 Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#RoastParadise\">\u2461 Roast Paradise<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#NamSing\">\u2462 Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#LaoFuZi\">\u2463 Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Whitley\">\u2464 Whitley Rd Big Prawn Noodle<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#HorFun\">\u2465 Hin Fried Hor Fun with Prawn Beef Sliced Fish<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#CheongFun\">\u2466 Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#CurryPuff\">\u2467 Wang Wang Crispy Curry Puff<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#XLB\">\u2468 Wang Ji Shanghai Xiao Long Bao<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ToastHut\">\u2469 Toast Hut (Relocated)<\/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=\"VisitorInfo\" class=\"H2SubEng\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Getting There &amp; Floor Map<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Access\">Getting to Old Airport Road Food Centre<\/h3>\n<p>Old Airport Road Food Centre sits just south of Geylang, along Old Airport Road \u2014 a stretch that once marked the boundary of the <strong>former Kallang Airport<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20773 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_MRT-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Old Airport Road Food Centre \u2013 About a 5-minute walk from Mountbatten or Dakota Station\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The food centre lies almost halfway between <strong>Mountbatten<\/strong> and <strong>Dakota stations<\/strong> on the <strong>MRT Circle Line<\/strong>, making it an easy 6\u20137 minute walk from either station.<\/p>\n<p>For those familiar with Singapore&#8217;s bus network, getting off at <strong>Blk 39<\/strong> is another convenient option, with the food centre just steps away.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Old Airport Road Food Centre<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9BtUiS4qRnezHJaB8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Map\">Floor Map and Layout<\/h3>\n<p>Old Airport Road Food Centre is home to an impressive <strong>168 stalls<\/strong>, making it one of Singapore\u2019s largest hawker centres.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20049 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_Blk51-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"History of Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The stalls are arranged in three long, back-to-back rows, with dining tables set up in the open spaces along the walkways.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_FloorPlan_E-600x260.jpg\" alt=\"Old Airport Road Food Centre Floor Map\" width=\"600\" height=\"260\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-56577\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Unit numbers<\/strong> are a useful guide when locating a particular stall. For example, #01-31 indicates unit 31 on the first floor.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20055 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_Inside-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The middle and rear rows can feel slightly dim and tend to get warmer due to limited airflow.<\/p>\n<p>For a brighter and breezier seat, the <strong>roadside row is recommended<\/strong> \u2014 its open-air layout with no walls allows <strong>natural light and fresh air<\/strong> to flow through.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"LorMee\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#01<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-116: The Queue-Worthy Lor Mee Stall<\/h3>\n<p>One of the longest queues at Old Airport Road Food Centre is for <strong>Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee<\/strong>, often hailed as serving <strong>one of Singapore\u2019s best bowls of lor mee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20065 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_XinMeiXiang-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This hearty noodle dish, which originated in <strong>China\u2019s Fujian province<\/strong>, features flat noodles served in a thick, <strong>savoury gravy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>While still relatively unfamiliar to international visitors, it remains a beloved staple among Singaporeans.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20577 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_LorMee-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lor Mee at Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee, Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Each bowl is generously covered with rich gravy and topped with flaked white fish, fish cake, and a braised egg. Black vinegar, chilli, and minced garlic are served on the side, allowing diners to customise the flavours to their liking.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20578 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_LorMeeNoodle-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Lor Mee at Xin Mei Xiang Zheng Zong Lor Mee, Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before eating, give everything a good mix to blend the spiced gravy with the tangy vinegar. The fragrant garlic and fresh coriander add another layer of aroma, while the <strong>springy flat egg noodles<\/strong> soak up the <strong>rich, piping-hot gravy<\/strong> beautifully.<\/p>\n<p>The result is a satisfying bowl of lor mee that captures the distinctive flavours and textures of this Singaporean classic.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/LAoVNp7etY2P4uHo8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-116, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"RoastParadise\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#02<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Roast Paradise<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-121: Signature Char Siew<\/h3>\n<p>Located along the same row as Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee is <strong>Roast Paradise<\/strong>, a stall that shot to fame shortly after opening in 2016 and has since become one of the most popular stalls at Old Airport Road Food Centre.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20061 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_RoastParadiseStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Roast Paradise at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The highlight is the rows of <strong>char siew<\/strong> hanging at the front of the stall.<\/p>\n<p>Glazed with a sweet and fragrant sauce, the beautifully caramelised char siew has a glossy finish and a rich, savoury-sweet flavour.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20060\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20060 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_RoastParadise-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Char Siew Noodle at Roast Paradise, Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Char Siew Noodle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The char siew can be enjoyed with rice or noodles, or ordered on its own for those who simply want to savour the succulent meat.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Roast Paradise<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/jEdCduqHBvwf9E2Y8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-121, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"NamSing\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#03<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><b>Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee<\/b><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-32: Michelin Bib Gourmand Hokkien Mee<\/h3>\n<p>Alongside Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee, <strong>Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee<\/strong> is another stall renowned for its long queues at Old Airport Road Food Centre.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20059 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_NamSingStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While a wait is still to be expected, the stall now uses a <strong>buzzer system<\/strong>, meaning customers no longer need to queue at the stall. The overall waiting time, however, remains largely unchanged.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20058 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_NamSingHokkienMee-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Nam Sing\u2019s signature Hokkien mee is served in a <strong>drier style<\/strong> with minimal gravy. Despite its dry appearance, the noodles deliver a <strong>rich seafood flavour<\/strong> alongside a <strong>satisfying juiciness<\/strong>. The dish comes together beautifully, with the noodles retaining their texture while staying wonderfully moist.<\/p>\n<p>The stall has also earned a <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><strong><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><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/bibgourmand\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Michelin Singapore 2026: 12 Must-Try Starred and Bib Gourmand Spots\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/bibgourmand\/<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/MNuY3N8Xnk5LXtVx9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-32, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"LaoFuZi\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#04<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-12: Classic Char Kway Teow<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow<\/strong> is a well-loved stall known for serving one of Southeast Asia&#8217;s most iconic hawker dishes, char kway teow.<\/p>\n<p>It has also earned a <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/bibgourmand\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Michelin Singapore 2026: 12 Must-Try Starred and Bib Gourmand Spots\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Michelin Bib Gourmand<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21276 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_LaoFuZiKwayTeow-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The dish features wide flat rice noodles stir-fried with prawns, eggs and bean sprouts over high heat, creating the <strong>distinctive smoky aroma<\/strong> known locally as <strong>wok hei<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Lao Fu Zi Fried Kway Teow<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/wjafFBKRVbqYWz5c6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-12, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Whitley\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#05<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Whitley Rd Big Prawn Noodle<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-98: Top Prawn Mee Contender<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Whitley Road Big Prawn Noodle<\/strong> is one of <strong>two well-known stalls<\/strong> at Old Airport Road Food Centre widely regarded as top contenders for prawn mee, alongside <strong>Albert Street Prawn Noodle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21275 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_WhitleyPrawnNoodle-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Whitley Rd Big Prawn Noodle at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The signature prawn noodles here come with three large, shell-on prawns. The springy egg noodles are served in a rich, flavourful prawn broth. Both soup and dry versions are available.<\/p>\n<p>Albert Street Prawn Noodle (#01-10) is next on the list to try.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Whitley Road Big Prawn Noodle<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/7SjZ17roJX7WEgUw6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-98, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"HorFun\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#06<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Hin Fried Hor Fun with Prawn Beef Sliced Fish<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-163: A Soothing Bowl of Hor Fun<\/h3>\n<p>For those who enjoy hor fun, <strong>Hin Fried Hor Fun with Prawn Beef Sliced Fish<\/strong> is well worth a try.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20772 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_HinHorFunStall-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Hin Fried Hor Fun with Prawn, Beef, Sliced Fish at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This popular dish features wide, chewy rice noodles in a <strong>silky gravy with delicate egg ribbons<\/strong>, filled with beef, prawns, fish slices and vegetables.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20771 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_HinHorFun-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Hin Fried Hor Fun with Prawn, Beef, Sliced Fish at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The gentle, savoury sauce coats the noodles beautifully, making this comforting meal especially welcome when taking a break from richer, heavier local flavours.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Hin Fried Hor Fun with Prawn Beef Sliced Fish<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/rexJnjHwfPJgkRSe7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-163, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"CheongFun\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#07<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-155: Silky Smooth Chee Cheong Fun<\/h3>\n<p>This beloved dim sum staple takes centre stage at <strong>Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Popular across the wider Chinese-speaking world as a <strong>breakfast favourite<\/strong>, these steamed rice noodle rolls are served from 8am to welcome early diners.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20054 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_FreshlyMadeStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The fillings range from classic choices such as BBQ pork and prawns to less common combinations rarely seen in chee cheong fun, including century egg, otah and scallops.<\/p>\n<p>True to its name, every portion is prepared fresh on the spot.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20050\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20050 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_CheeCheongFun-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Chee Cheong Fun at Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun, Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">BBQ Pork Chee Cheong Fun<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The <strong>silky\u2011smooth rice noodle rolls<\/strong> have a wonderfully soft texture and pair beautifully with the sweet\u2011and\u2011savoury sauce served with the BBQ pork, making this an easy dish to enjoy down to the very last bite.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Freshly Made Chee Cheong Fun<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/WxSSsk4RRsk2SHVH6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-155, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"CurryPuff\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#08<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Wang Wang Crispy Curry Puff<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-126: Singapore\u2019s Classic Curry Puffs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Wang Wang Crispy Curry Puff<\/strong> specialises in curry puffs, a <strong>classic Singaporean snack<\/strong> enjoyed for generations.<\/p>\n<p>These <strong>crescent\u2011shaped pastries<\/strong> are defined by their beautifully layered crimped edges. Beneath the crisp, flaky exterior lies a generous amount of savoury filling.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20052 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_CurryPuff-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Wang Wang Curry Puff at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The puffs come in four varieties, priced at <strong>$2\u2013$2.20 each<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Curry Puff<\/li>\n<li>Sardine Puff<\/li>\n<li>Black Pepper Puff<\/li>\n<li>Yam Paste Puff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Perfect for a quick bite between meals, these curry puffs make a <strong>satisfying snack<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Wang Wang Crispy Curry Puff<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/u9b4qHG9PiR1R5XG8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-126, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"XLB\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#09<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><b>Wang Ji Shanghai Xiao Long Bao<\/b><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>#01-109: Juicy Xiao Long Bao<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Wang Ji Shanghai Xiao Long Bao<\/strong> is a popular hawker stall specialising in freshly made xiao long bao and dumplings.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20064 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_WangJiStall-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Wang Ji Shang Hai Xiao Long Bao at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Steamed to order, the xiao long bao is served piping hot, with each delicate wrapper packed with a generous amount of <strong>rich, savoury broth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>pan-fried dumplings<\/strong> are equally delicious and pair wonderfully with a cold beer.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20576 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_WangJiXLB-600x288.jpg\" alt=\"Xiao Long Bao and Pan-Fried Dumplings at Wang Ji Shang Hai Xiao Long Bao, Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With five pieces of xiao long bao priced at $4 and five pan-fried dumplings at $4.50, the stall offers <strong>excellent value for money<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Wang Ji Shanghai Xiao Long Bao<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fR6mMPLQyjr47tbeA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, #01-109, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ToastHut\" class=\"H2SubEng\">#10<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Toast Hut (Relocated)<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>A Local Breakfast Gem<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Toast Hut<\/strong> is a well-loved spot for <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> and kopi\u2014two staples of a classic Singaporean breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>Its sudden closure in 2024 left many regulars disappointed, but Toast Hut made a welcome return in 2025 after relocating to Bukit Merah.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20062\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20062 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/OldAirportFC_ToastHut-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Toast Hut at Old Airport Road Food Centre\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Crispy, Thin-Sliced Kaya Toast<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Alongside its signature toast options, the updated menu now includes local favourites like fried bee hoon and economy rice. The <strong>iconic yellow cups<\/strong> featuring the Toast Hut name remain a familiar sight.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Toast Hut<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ditiWuMR5wToWuXx8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">168 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-06 Connection One, Singapore 150168<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"FinalThoughts\" class=\"H2SubEng\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Old Airport Road Food Centre<\/strong> remains one of the <strong>true giants of Singapore\u2019s hawker scene<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>With its sheer number of stalls, incredible variety of dishes, and consistently high quality, it represents <strong>the very best of this beloved food culture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Despite its deeply local atmosphere, exploring this iconic food centre offers a rewarding experience for those seeking an authentic taste of Singapore\u2019s culinary heritage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Old Airport Road Food Centre<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/9BtUiS4qRnezHJaB8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">51 Old Airport Rd, Singapore 390051<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Widely regarded among locals as one of Singapore&#8217;s best hawker centres, Old Airport Road Food Centre has been a local favourite for more than half a century since it opened in 1973. 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