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What To Dabao From Ghim Moh Food Centre

Chuan Kee Boneless Braised Duck

You don’t have to take the recommendation from us, but Chuan Kee Boneless Braise Duck has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2018, 2019 and 2021 for a reason. Imagine a bowl of fluffy yam rice sitting in a pool of braised duck gravy, complemented by aromatic and tender duck slices that rest on top. The wholesome meal is complete with peanuts, tofu and chilli on the side. From S$3 a plate, it can’t get better than this.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-04, Singapore 270020

 

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Guan Kee Fried Kway Teow

Another Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient, Guan Kee Fried Kway Teow is the place to make a beeline for if you’re in the area and craving some char kway teow with tons of wok hei. It might not be the most glamorous of dishes, but there’s an inexplicable sense of comfort that a plate of stir-fried noodles, egg, beansprouts, cockles, fried pork lard and Chinese sausage can bring.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-19, Singapore 270020

 

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Heavens Appam

Deliciously soft in the centre and beautifully crisp on the outside, Heavens Appam is the place to go for your appam fix here. Not a fan of appam? The thosai and putu mayam (also known as Idiyappam or string hopper) make for great breakfast or lunch alternatives too. For more appam options around the island, head to our list here.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-26, Singapore 270020

 

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Yuan Hokkien Fried Prawn Mee

Previously located at the now-demolished Margaret Drive Food Centre, Yuan Hokkien Fried Prawn Mee is best known for their sloppy plates of Hokkien fried noodles, each one kissed by crack years of experience in the kitchen. The broth here is deliciously sweet and savoury thanks to the prawn heads, squid and pork bones used. This is then elevated by the oil and lard that are used to fry the noodles with. We’re not salivating, you are.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-07, Singapore 270020

 

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Where To Dabao Oyster Omelette In Singapore

Xing Li Cooked Food

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51 Old Airport Rd, #01-28, Singapore 390051

Perhaps you belong to camp fluffy oyster omelettes instead. If this sounds like you, then a trip to Xing Li Cooked Food is what you’ll need. The freshly-made, pillowy pieces are laced with the subtle brininess of the oyster, and studded with big, plump oysters. The stall is manned by an elderly uncle who works on his own, so a little patience while waiting is more than appreciated.

I was there just now at 4.30pm, not a single customer so that's the best time, if not long Q, and the old man takes his time to fry without asking the customers what they want, sometimes the son would help out taking orders.

 

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I was there just now at 4.30pm, not a single customer so that's the best time, if not long Q, and the old man takes his time to fry without asking the customers what they want, sometimes the son would help out taking orders.

4.30 pm is probably too early for dinner and too late for lunch for most people.

 

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What To Dabao From Ghim Moh Food Centre

Ghim Moh Carrot Cake

Here at Ghim Moh Carrot Cake, you’ll find some of the best versions of the stir-fried dish around. Think soft and springy radish cake pieces with plenty of flavour and just the right amount of grease thrown in the mix. Can’t decide if you like it black or white? We recommend a S$4 serving of both.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-16, Singapore 270020

 

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The Headless Baker

Looking for quality, affordable bakes that taste as good as they look? Head straight to The Headless Baker. Crowd favourites here include the financiers, banana loaves, cinnamon rolls and the lemon pistachio loaves. The Headless Baker only operates from 8am-2pm from Wednesdays to Sundays at their Ghim Moh joint, but you can always pop by their second location just a stone’s throw away at The Star Vista on other days.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-64, Singapore 270020

 

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What To Dabao From Ghim Moh Food Centre

Ghim Moh Chwee Kueh

The art of making good Chwee Kueh is more elusive than it seems. If you don’t have the right ratio of water to flour, or are not experienced with the steam process, these finnicky cakes can turn out too hard or watery. The process of making the preserved radish is incredibly laborious and time-consuming too, and most of the flavours of the dish lies in how well it’s cooked. Ghim Moh Chwee Kueh not only makes their own preserved radish topping, but also use pork lard to cook it over a mini charcoal fire stove. You’ll find us queuing here for a simple breakfast, or a snack at any time of day.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-54, Singapore 270020

 

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Thye Hong Handmade Fishball Noodle

One of the pioneers of Ghim Moh Food Centre, Thye Hong Handmade Fishball Noodle is wildly famous for their handmade fishball and fishcake noodles. While these fishballs may be irregularly shaped, they’re juicy, bouncy, and perfectly seasoned, best enjoyed together with some soy sauce and chilli-mixed dry noodles.

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Address 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-36, Singapore 270020

 

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What To Dabao From Beo Crescent Food Centre

Hai Chew Fish Soup

Hai Chew is run by a chef who used to work at high-end Chinese restaurants. His signature is the creamy Hakka style fish soup, which he makes with thick slices of batang and a heaping of bitter gourd. Other soup bases come with fried batang, fish head or sheng yu (toman).

S$4 to S$10

Mondays, 8am to 8pm Tuesdays to Saturdays, 9am to 8pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-75, Singapore 169982

Phone +6591137228

 

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Soon Heng Lor Mee

Soon Heng specialises in lor mee, and only that. It’s a traditional Hokkien dish consisting of noodles doused in a thick, dark broth of meat, lard, fish cake and vegetables. It’s heady and luscious, yet incredibly nuanced with chilli and spices.

S$3 to S$4

Mondays to Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 6:30am to 5pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-84, Singapore 169982

 

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Cantonese Claypot Rice

Unlike many hawkers who sell claypot rice in large portions, this stall offers individual portions. The smoky dish has a delightful char at the bottom; order one of their herbal soups as a palate cleanser.

S$4 to S$16

Mondays to Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 11:45am to 8pm

Address Blk 38A Beo Cres, #01-66, Singapore 169982

Phone 8333 2813

 

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Fish ball noodles: Nan Yuan

Nan Yuan has been hand-making fish balls since 1961. They’re bouncy and yielding, a perfect foil for the slick noodles. The hawkers also make meat dumplings in house and serve them in a soup. Portions are generous and the service is friendly.

S$3.50 to S$4

Mondays to Wednesdays, Fridays to Sundays, 6am to 3pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-68, Singapore 169982

 

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Chef Wang Fried Rice

Chef Wang worked in the kitchens of Din Tai Fung and Shangri-La hotel before setting up his own stall. He’s translated his experience into the fried rice here, a fragrant, glistening, addictive dish. Ask for the sambal option for some spice, and enjoy it with prawns or pork chop on top.

S$6 to S$9

Mondays to Saturdays, 10am to 3pm, 4.30pm to 8pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-71 Market, Singapore 169982

Phone 9655 1905

 

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Kim Kitchen Braised Duck

Kim Kitchen is run by a young hawker who specialises in Teochew-style duck. He braises the poultry long and slow with dark soy and spices, and plates it over rice or noodles. Pork also gets the same treatment, as do the eggs, tofu and innards for kway chap.

S$3 to S$12

Mondays to Wednesdays, Fridays to Sundays, 10am to 7.30pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-82, Singapore 169982

Phone 8433 3128

 

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Char kway teow: Da Shi Jie Old Zion Road Hawker Centre

The clanging of the wok and the aroma is already a draw to Da Shi Jie’s char kway teow. It’s sweet and fragrant, plus the amount is generous for the price. Add cockles for a savoury depth.

S$4 to S$6

Tuesdays to Sundays, 12pm to 8.30pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-65, Singapore 169982

 

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Carrot cake: Heng Heng Cooked Food

For carrot cake, turn to Heng Heng. The white version offers a lighter taste, while the dark option is rich and umami. Either way, the yam is bouncy, the eggs are creamy and both renditions have a lovely wok hei.

S$3 to S$5

Mondays to Sundays, 5am till sold out

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-72, Singapore 169982

 

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Ban mian: Ah Mei Handmade Noodles

Sharing the same stall as Heng Heng is Ah Mei Handmade Noodles. She makes ban mian, a noodle dish that is kneaded and cut using a block. Topped with egg, ikan bilis, minced pork and vegetables, it’s a pleasing dish that won’t leave you in a food coma.

S$3.50 to S$5

Mondays to Sundays, 6.30am to sold out

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-72, Singapore 169982

 

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Prawn noodles: Loi Kee Cooked Food

Prawn noodles is mostly about the broth, and Loi Kee does it superbly. It’s briny, meaty and thick enough to coat the accompanying noodles. The fresh prawns are also juicy, and we like to add pork ribs for a substantial meal.

S$3 to S$8

Mondays to Thursdays, 6am to 8pm Fridays to Sundays, 6am to 7.30pm

Address 38A Beo Cres, #01-74, Singapore 169982