Bugis Street Food Guide: 10 Places For Oden, Banh Mi And More

Best Bugis Street food

Bugis is an area that is jam-packed with food options—Bugis Street and the wider Bugis Village alone are enough to give one a dilemma when choosing what to eat. If you find yourself in such a situation, fret not, for here are 10 Bugis Street food places to help you narrow down your options.

• 1. Chanko Oden

Oden is often sold in Japanese convenience stores and takeaway kiosks, but you can get them in Bugis Street from just $1.50 at Chanko Oden. If you’re wondering which ingredients to get for your oden, we recommend the chewy Konjac ($1.50), the umami-filled Chikuwa ($2), and the juicy Lobster Meatball ($2) or Pork Ball ($2).

For something more filling, you can get the Sweet Potato ($2.90), which is freshly prepared in-store. Read our Chanko Oden coverage.

Address: 3 New Bugis Street, Singapore 188867 Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 9pm

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Chanko Oden is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 2. QQ Noodle House

Kampua mee is a noodle dish that hails from Sarawak, Malaysia, but unlike its cousin kolo mee, it uses straight noodles instead of curly ones. One of the few places you can get the dish in Singapore is QQ Noodle House, located in the vicinity of Bugis Street. If you’re trying the fare for the first time, be sure to get the QQ House Speciality ($6.50) for some of the kampua mee goodness.

You can expect those straight noodles to be as springy as they come, and the ingredients—char siew, wonton and more—to be just as good. Those who prefer broader noodles can opt for the QQ Mee Pok ($6.50) instead.

Address: 231 Victoria Street, Bugis Village, Singapore 188025 Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 10:30pm

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QQ Noodle House is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 3. Ji Xiang Ang Ku Kueh

Established in 1988, Ji Xiang Ang Ku Kueh has garnered a strong following as a go-to brand for ang ku kueh. With numerous outlets scattered throughout the nation, including this one along Bugis Street, Ji Xiang offers favourites such as the Peanut and Yam ($1.60 each) ang ku kueh, but also more inventive choices including MSW Durian and Rainbow Sweet Bean ($3.50 each).

The latter has a delightfully rich filling and a gorgeous rainbow-coloured skin. Address: 235 Victoria Street, Singapore 188027

Opening hours: Daily 7am to 7pm Tel: 9888 8500

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Ji Xiang Ang Ku Kueh is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

• 4. Shoon Kou Cafe

Another Vietnamese eatery along Bugis Street, Shoon Kou Cafe offers a range of classics such as Pho ($8) and BBQ Pork Rice with Egg ($6). But their Banh Mi ($6), a crispy baguette packed with pork, vegetables, and sauces, is a particular standout. While this place doesn’t have the sheer variety that our previous Vietnamese entry Oc Mai has, the prices here are generally more affordable.

Address: 3 New Bugis Street, Singapore 188867 Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm

Tel: 9770 5047 Shoon Kou Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 5. Ned’s Crepes & Coffee

Ned’s Crepes & Coffee specialises in exactly what its name suggests: crepe. Choose between soft, chewy crepes such as Very Berry ($5.20), which is packed with fresh strawberry and cream, and crispy ones a la Choco Nutty ($4.80), which features the decadent combination of nutella and peanut butter.

To double down on that sweet goodness, get the Ice-Cream Milkshake ($2.80), which blends together Oreo, chocolate, strawberry ice cream and more. Address: 3 New Bugis Street, #02-07, Singapore 188867

Opening hours: Daily 1pm to 9:30pm

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Ned’s Crepes & Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

• 6. Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King Four Seasons

Tonkotsu King Four Seasons is one of the many concepts by the Keisuke Ramen brand, but it manages to stand out for its unique theme that’s based around the four seasons. You have the option to select from four tonkotsu ramen varieties, such as the Spring option (from $12.90++), which is enhanced with basil oil and cheese, and the Summer option (starting at $13.90++), featuring chilli oil and spicy pork mince.

Regardless of which one you chose, you can expect the tonkotsu broth to be full-bodied and delightfully rich. Address: 158 Rochor Road, Bugis Village, Singapore 1884433

Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 2:30pm, 5pm to 10:30pm Tel: 6333 5740

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Tonkotsu King Four Seasons is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 7. Mr. Burger

Owned and operated by Malaysians, Mr Burger’s eats are inspired by the Ramly burgers one may find at a pasar malam. With prices starting at $5.90, you can indulge in a variety of unique burger flavours inspired by cuisines from different countries.

Among the mouthwatering options are the China Mala Chicken Burger ($6.90), Hawaiian Chicken Burger ($6.90), and Thai Style Chicken Burger ($6.90). If you’re craving something beyond burgers, Mr.

Burger also serves an array of pasta dishes, including Seafood Marinara Pasta ($8.90) and Mushroom Pasta with Truffle Oil ($7.90), to name a few. Read our Mr Burger coverage. Address: 159 Rochor Road, Bugis Village, Singapore 188434

Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10:30pm Tel: 9764 3676

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Mr. Burger is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 8. Oc Mai

Oc Mai offers a tantalising variety of Vietnamese and Western eats. Here, you can have a hearty plate of Crispy Chicken Cutlet ($10) alongside a comforting bowl of Pho Tai Bo Vien ($10), featuring an aromatic soup, silky pho noodles and succulent beef slices and balls.

The broth in particular is excellent, as it is said to be sweet, well-flavoured by herbs, and with just the right amount of saltiness. Address: 180 Bencoolen Street, #01-07, The Bencoolen, Singapore 189646 Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 8:30pm

Oc Mai is not a halal-certified eatery.

• 9. MIXUE

You may have seen the videos of a white snowman mascot engaging in hand-to-hand combat online. That mascot belongs to MIXUE, a hugely popular ice cream brand that offers soft serves from just $1.

The generous amounts of milky ice cream and the elongated cone make the Signature King Cone ($1) a huge bang for your buck, and the drink options here such as the Ice Cream Grape Smoothie ($3) are pretty good, too. Address: 241 Victoria Street, Singapore 188030

Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm

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MIXUE is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

• 10. Mr. Coconut

After shopping around the Bugis area, there are few better ways to end the day than with a refreshing cup of Mr. Coconut.

You can’t go wrong with the classic Coconut Shake (from $4.40), as it is on its own gloriously sweet and creamy. But if you’d like to spice things up, go for the more chocolatey Coconut Oreo Shake (from $4.80) or the aromatic Coconut Cappucino Shake ($5.90).

Given the sheer popularity of the drink brand, however, I’m sure you already know your order. Address: 3 New Bugis Street, #01-201, Singapore 188867 Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:45pm

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Coconut is not a halal-certified eatery but uses no pork or lard.

What to eat at Bugis Street

Bugis Street and the wider Bugis village are full of food choices, so we hope this listicle was helpful in helping you pick what to eat.

If you’re looking for something to eat in Bugis Junction instead, check out our Bugis Junction food guide. For restaurants in Bugis, read our affordable Bugis restaurants guide. Feature image adapted from @valice.eats, Yvontz Tan, @iysr.food, @mrburger159.

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