Tiong Bahru, being a mix of Hokkien and Malay, is translated to mean “new cemetery”. After being developed in the 1920s, while the streets are still named after pioneers from the 19th to 20th century, Tiong Bahru has become a hip hang-out place. Aside from the assortment of murals hidden between buildings, there is also an assortment of good food to eat.
10 Best Eats Around Tiong Bahru 2020
1. Tiong Bahru Bakery
While you are there why not pop by Tiong Bahru Bakery and have a whiff of their wonderfully-made pastries. Once your footsteps into the bakery, you will be hit with the aromatic smell of freshly baked goods. Try one of their Almond Crossaint for breakfast or tea, it is the right amount to keep you filled until your next meal! Want something sweeter and denser? Get their Kouign Amann – which translates to “cake” and “butter”. It is a crisp roll of pastry filled with buttery goodness! You would not want to miss it!
Address:Â 56 Eng Hoon Street #01-70Â S160056
Operating Hours: 8am – 8pm Daily
2. Tiong Bahru Fried Kway Teow
This stall along Tiong Bahru Market has been running for more than 20 years, selling Fried Kway Teow for only $3! The stall’s kway teow is flavourful from the Chinese sausages and beansprouts. A taste would certainly take you back to your childhood days!
Address:Â 30 Seng Poh Rd, Tiong Bahru Market, #02-11, Singapore 168898
Operating Hours: 11am – 10pm (closed on Wed & Thurs)
3. Plain Vanilla
Need a mid-day snack? Visit Plain Vanilla and try one of their cupcakes! Plain Vanilla is a  cozy bakery that is filled with cakes and pastries. Not only are there sweet treats, but there are also delicious savoury ones! Try one of their soft spongey cupcakes or a savoury tart, the choice is yours! The atmosphere of the bakery is also one you would not want to miss!
Address:Â 1D Yong Siak St, Singapore 168641
Operating Hours: Mon – Sat: 8am – 7pm; Sun: 9am – 6pm
4. Jian Bo Shui Kueh
Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui Kueh was founded by Mr Wang in 1958. Mr Wang earned his keep by selling Shui Kueh with his trusty pushcart at Tiong Bahru Market. Today, Mr Wang entrusted his stall to his children. His recipe for Shui Kueh has been used since 1958. His rice cake is soft and moist, topped off with just the right amount of radish.
Address:Â 30 Seng Poh Rd, Tiong Bahru Market, #02-05, Singapore 168898
Operating Hours: 6:30am – 9pm Daily
5. Teru
Visit Teru for some delicious Japanese food! Upon walking in, you would feel as if you’re in Japan. Filled with good food, red lanterns and even a pool set, what more could you want? Not only that, Teru is also has a sake bar. Try their oysters or sashimi boat, it will keep you coming for more!
Address:Â 50 Tiong Bahru Rd, Singapore 168733
Operating Hours: 12–2:30pm, 6:30–10:30pm Daily
6. Tiong Bahru Lor Mee
Tiong Bahru Lor Mee is one of the hawker stalls that you would not miss. There is usually a queue but you will not be disappointed! Their gravy contains just the right amount of starch, and a good portion of noodles. Their Lor Mee is also served with fishcake, fried fish nuggets, stewed pork belly and braised egg. You can also ask for chilli to give you an extra kick!
Address:Â 30 Seng Poh Rd, Tiong Bahru Market, #02-23, Singapore 168898
Operating Hours: 7am – 2:30pm (closed on Mon)
7. Drips Bakery
Want something to share with your friends and family? Visit Drips bakery for some delicious tarts. Drips Bakery is located at the heart of Tiong Bahru and serves a selection of tarts ranging from berries to avocados! What’s more, they even have catering! Drips cafe also creates delicious savoury pies such as their beef rendang pie! What are you waiting for? Go give it a try!
Address:Â 82 Tiong Poh Rd, #01-05, Singapore 160082
Operating Hours: Sun – Thurs: 11am – 9:30pm; Fri & Sat: 11am – 11pm
8. Coq & Balls
Only 6 minutes away from  Tiong Bahru MRT, Coq & Balls serves a wide variety of food and drinks. From beers to whiskey, the selection is endless. Not a fan of alcohol? They even serve some non-alcoholic cocktails! They also have a selection of western food from pizza to quesadillas.
Address:Â 6 Kim Tian Rd, Kai Fook Mansion, Singapore 169246
Operating Hours: 12pm – 10:30pm daily
9. Chapter 55
Visit Chapter 55Â for some authentic Italian food. Enjoy some Italian cuisines like their vongole. They are also known for their wide selection of gelatos! Their gelatos are soft and creamy, everything you would want in a gelato!
Address:Â 55 Tiong Bahru Rd, #01-37, Singapore 160055
Operating Hours:Â 11:30am – 11pm daily
10. Forty Hands
Just want to have a rest stop after exploring all around Tiong Bahru? Head to Forty Hands for a cup of coffee. Their name is taken from the 40 hands it takes to produce a coffee from bean to cup. Not only does it have a cool back story to their name, but they are also doing good for the environment and the community. They have partnered up with some amazing local charities to give back to the community! One of their schemes is “pay it forward” with SPD, where it enables customers to purchase a cup of coffee for $3 for a client or volunteer at SPD! So what are you waiting for? Pop by Forty Hands for a coffee to and to support our local charities!
Address:Â 78 Yong Siak St, #01-12, Singapore 163078
Operating Hours: Mon – Fri: 7am – 5:30pm; Sat & Sun: 7am – 6:30pm
10 Best Eats Around Tiong Bahru You Must Try
Certainly, there are all sorts of different food to be found around Tiong Bahru. So what are you waiting for? Explore Tiong Bahru and get a taste of some delicious food that they offer! Not only that, check out some of Tiong Bahru’s murals that are found all over the area! You are sure to find something new there!
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