Tiong Bahru Food Centre is back in action after following a three-month renovation. While the space was last upgraded in 2017 and remained in good condition, the National Environment Agency (NEA) decided it was time for some light maintenance. The food centre, which has served the neighbourhood since 2004, continues a legacy that began in the 1950s with the original Seng Poh Market. The latest round of works introduced new tables and stools, upgraded floor tiles, larger ceiling fans to improve airflow, and additional awnings for shade and rain protection. Visitors will also notice spruced-up toilets, a refreshed coat of paint on the exterior, and a newly landscaped garden on the first floor.
Regulars can now return to their favourite hawker stalls and enjoy the familiar buzz of the market. With 342 food and drink vendors under one roof, Tiong Bahru Market remains a beloved culinary hub. Among the crowd favourites is Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui Kueh, a Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient famed for its soft rice cakes topped with homemade chilli and pickled radish. The food centre is also home to stalwarts like Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice, Hui Ji Fishball Noodles, Tiong Bahru Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Koh Brother Pig’s Organ Soup.
For those in the mood for something lighter, there’s plenty to snack on. Tuck into traditional Teochew kueh at Tiong Bahru Teochew Kueh, grab a plate of chee cheong fun from Grandpa Homemade Cheung Fun, or pick up dim sum favourites from Tiong Bahru Pau & Snack. And of course, the enduring lor mee rivalry between Lor Mee 178 and Tiong Bahru Lor Mee continues to draw curious diners. With its refreshed look and the same comforting flavours, Tiong Bahru Food Centre remains an essential stop for anyone craving a taste of heritage.












