Yep, we have all been there, when we are in a rush, where we feel itโs easy to stay with what is familiar even if it is brutally expensive. And, the truth is that there are plenty of hidden cheap eats places around Singapore to avail of the greatest foodie experience without burning a hole in your pocket. Luckily, weโve located 24 of the most indulgent cheap eats in Singapore.
1. Killiney Kopitiam
Looking for a cheap breakfast spot? Well, look no further than Killiney Kopitiam for a dirt cheap traditional breakfast in Singapore. It was established in 1919 and is in fact the oldest Hainanese coffee shop in Singapore. With hearty beverages from $1 and dishes from $2 like French toast and Chendol, as well as cheap Laksa and noodles for lunch from $4…you’ll be spoilt for choice.
๐67 Killiney Rd, Singapore 239525
2. Mr & Mrs Mohgan Super Crispy Roti Prata
Tuck into freshly made pratas from just $1.20 at this stall in Joo Chiat – which are dubbed some of the best pratas in Singapore. Opt for plain pratas with curry or sweet coin pratas, topped with the likes of cheese. Certainly, it’s the perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner idea in Joo Chiat.
๐300 Joo Chiat Rd, Tin Yeang Restaurant, Singapore 427551
3. Cappadocia Turkish & Mediterranean Restaurant
Send your taste buds on an adventure at one of the best Mediterranean and Turkish restaurants in Singapore. Located in Kampong Glam, groups can tuck into affordable shareable feasts of the likes of charcoal meats, Greek-inspired kebabs, grilled chicken, oven-baked beef stews, thin Turkish pizzas, hummus and plenty more dips. It’s actually a top pick for food deliveries too, so you can pair it with a new Netflix show in the comfort of your own home.
๐69 Bussorah St, Singapore 199482
4. Dosirak
Enjoy fast, healthy and favourful bibimbap bowls from $7.90 at this Korean fusion restaurant. Think bowls like kimchi tofu, cured salmon, soy chicken, spicy chicken, and plenty more. Plus, sides like Korean dumplings begin at $2.90 – so you’ll spend less than $12 for a decent meal.
๐6A Shenton Way, #01-44 OUE Downtown Gallery, Singapore 068815
5. Sonny’s Pizza
Grab a drooling slice of New York-style pizza from this delicious neighbour pizza joint. They serve affordable pizza slices from $7 but you can get a full 12 inch to share with a friend from $24 or gather a gang of six people for an 18 inch at $54 and pay just $9 each for a few slices.
๐17 Circular Rd, Singapore 049373
6. Prince Noodles
Another one of the best places for cheap food in Singapore is this noodles house. Situated in Jalan Besar, Customers can enjoy delicious KL handmade noodles in a variety of flavours for just $8, while juicy pork dumplings cost just $5, and beverages from $1.
๐Bgain @ Lavender Food Court, 380 Jln Besar, #01-10 ARC380, Singapore 209000
7. Tanglin Pasta
I think this grab-and-go spot may serve some of the cheapest pastas in Singapore. Pay from just $9.90 for a big bowl of pasta, from creamy truffle, to creamy chicken breast, spicy smoky duck, squid ink with mango sauce, and vegan-friendly options, to name a few. Additionally, chicken wings on the side are just $4.50.
๐Various Locations
8. Zam Zam
Tuck into a glorious feast of Malaysian and Indian cuisine for between $4 and $16. From egg parta and chicken sets, mutton curry varieties, murtabak, goreng specialties and much more…you’ll be spoilt for choice. The portion sizes are generous, so you’ll feel on a full stomach. In fact, this popular restaurant has been around since 1908, so you know you’ll be treated to the good stuff.
๐697-699 North Bridge Rd, Singapore 198675
9. Kim Dae Mun
This gem of a place caters authentic Korean food at a surprisingly low cost. Think huge portions of kimchi pork soup for $8.50, egg rolls for $3, garlic and chive pancakes for just $4.50, platters of tender sliced beef for $9 and plenty more. Definitely, you’ll be satisfied and won’t go over your budget. Certainly, one of the best cheap eats in Singapore.
๐100 Orchard Rd, #01-03D Concorde Shopping Mall, Singapore 238840
10. Ah Lock & Co
Once started as a hawker stall at Yishun Park, it has expanded its business to the CBD. Think traditional comfort food with a twist. Opt for either a Hakka rice bowl starting at $8.80, or the yummy selection of Min Jiang Kuehs, stuffed with fillings, for just $1.60. Flavours include green tea red bean, plain peanut, charcoal coconut, to name a few.
๐ 7 Wallich St, #B2 – 22 / 23 / 24, Singapore 078884
11. Tipo Pasta Bar
Build your own pasta dishes from just $9.90 at this snug Italian eatery. Some crowd-pleaser toppings include spicy beef sausage, chicken breast, sautรฉed prawns, black muscles, to name a few. Certainly, the indulgence you need at a low-cost.
๐28 Aliwal St, #01-07, Singapore 19991
12. Hawker Centres
Singapore boasts a range of delicious food centres where you can spend pennies and enjoy a wholesome meal with items starting at just $1. Luckily, we’ve already listed the best hawker centres across Singapore for you to indulge at.
๐Various Locations
13. VeganBurg
For all the vegans seeking a cheap meal…this award-winning place is where to go. Wolf into delicious plant-based burgers from just $11.90, paired with sides like chicken tenders, cheesy fries and creamy garlic fries.
๐44 Jln Eunos, Singapore 419502
14. Two Men Bagel House
Get a decadent meal for below $14 at this spot. They serve OTT bagels sandwiches starting at $7.50 which taste like bliss. Think bagels such as bacon, eggs, cheese and ketchup or salmon, cheese and red onion squashed into a bun of choice to fill your belly for the day. Indeed, one the best cheap eats in Singapore.
๐ Various Locations
15. SweeT.Rex
This dessert shop sells the cheapest fluffy soufflรฉ pancakes and burnt cheesecakes around town. These delicious delights are paired with drooling sauces, from chocolate to strawberry, and other indulgences. Priced from $5, you’ll satisfy your soul with the huge portions they whip up. Definitely, one of the best cheap desserts this weekend.
๐10 Anson Road, International Plaza, #01-11, Singapore, Singapore
16. Dumpling Darling
Indulge on a range of cheap temptations from $8 at this superb dumplings restaurant. Think golden crisp veggie mandu and spicy Sichuan dumplings along with noodles like braised pork and miso mushroom. Equally, the portion sizes are generous and you’ll spend less than $10 to be full for the day.
๐86 Circular Rd, Singapore 049438
17. Soi Aroy
This 5-star Thai restaurant chain serves scrumptious food that is budget-friendly. Most of their dishes will cost below $10, and they are extremely generous with portions. Think Northern Thai pork ribs for $7, savoury spicy meat salads at $5.50, basil pork with rice for just $6.80 and one of our favourites the Tom Yung Gung dish which includes prawns, mushrooms, egg, vegetables, noodles submerged in a collagen soup base, will set you back just $7. Undoubtedly, the greatest food experience at this cheap eats place.
๐ 1 Rochor Canal Rd, #02-08, Singapore 188504
18. Pizza Boy
Who doesn’t love pizza? And with some awesome deals at this Halal-certified pizza joint, you can’t go wrong. Opt for the super value meal at $7.50 which includes either a delicious quesadilla and drink, mac and cheese fries paired with a drink or else a 6 inch pizza, fries and a drink, just to name a few. Delight in 6-inch super pizzas from $4.50, from mighty meat to ultimate cheesy garlic chicken to spicy beef, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
๐Various Locations
19. Wolf Burgers
Wolf into a mouth-watering value-for-money gourmet burger at this place. Burgers will cost you between $7.90 and $13.90, while extras such as sweet potato fries will set you back $5.50 and a generous portion of chunky thick fries costs just $4.50. Grab a friend, and head down to avail of the WOLF Pack for two, where you get 2 burgers of choice, two sides and two sodas for a whopping $19.90.
๐ Various Locations
20. Sungei Road Laksa
Another old school hawker stall where you can chow down on the most rich and textured Laksa in Singapore. Pay $3, grab a spoon, and slurp on a traditional Katong Laksa, topped with cockles, green leaves and sauces. Customers even claim this spot caters the ”best Laksa in the world”. But you’ll have to figure that one out for yourself. If you’re feeling extra hungry, purchase a second guilt-free bowl. Come on, it’s only $3, it doesn’t get much cheaper than that.
๐ 27 Jln Berseh, #01-100, Singapore 200027
21. Mr Baguette
This delicious stall serves delightful baked goods at a low price. From Hawaiian pizza bread for just $3,50 to garlic cheese bread at $1.50. This spot is quite the bargain. Specifically, dessert lovers will enjoy the mini baguette buns with over 10 diverse lava flavours. Think Red Velvet Lava, Hazelnut and Chocolate, to name a few. Get a box of 6 for just $11.
๐ 505 Beach Rd, #B1-51, Singapore 199583
22. El Cocinero
Have an indulgent Mexican affair at this 5-star spot with dishes like tacos ranging from $7 to $10. Other menu highlights include generous pork pastor quesadillas and meat-free tacos. Indeed, a bargain for the portion sizes in Singapore.
๐275 Thomson Rd, #01-45, Singapore 307645
23. Tian Tian
This hawker stall mostly caters delicious chicken rice dishes that are extremely popular. Think steamed Hainanese chicken rice dishes topped with chili sauces from $3.50. Certainly, one of the cheapest stalls in Maxwell Food Centre. Definitely, one of the best cheap eats in Singapore.
๐1 Kadayanallur St, #01-10/11, Singapore 069184
24. Lai Heng Economical Mixed Veg Rice
According to customers, this is one of the cheapest hawker stalls around Singapore right now. Foodies can tuck into cai png, as well as delicious mains and sides at a very low cost. For instance, there’s a deal on rice with two meat and two vegetable dishes for just $3. Whether it’s sour pork, fried fish, chicken, curry, and more…you’ll be spoilt for choice on options. Definitely, one of the best cheap eats in Singapore.
๐22 Lor 7 Toa Payoh, #01-07, Singapore 310022
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