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Old Airport Road Food Centre – Legendary Local Hawker Eats All Under One Roof

One of Singapore’s most iconic hawker centres — a paradise for foodies craving authentic, affordable local dishes that generations have loved.

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Old Airport Road Food Centre – Singapore’s Must-Try Hawker Paradise (Save & Earn While You Feast!) One of the island’s most iconic hawker centres — home to heritage stalls serving beloved local dishes for generations. Eat like a local, save money, and earn rewards along the way!

Why visit Old Airport Road Food Centre is legendary for authentic Singapore hawker fare. Many stalls have been family-run for decades, dishing out comfort food that locals queue for daily — come hungry and sample as much as you can!
What to eat Xin Mei Xiang Lor Mee – silky noodles in rich braised gravy.
Nam Sing Hokkien Mee – fragrant seafood noodles fried to perfection.
To-Ricos Guo Shi (Blanco Court Kway Chap) – tender pork cuts with herbal kway chap.
Fresh Chee Cheong Fun – soft rice rolls with savoury sauce.
Wang Wang Crispy Curry Puff – flaky old-school puffs.
Classic Desserts – ice kachang, chendol, and fresh sugarcane juice.
Average price Most dishes are $3–$5 — top value for big portions and genuine local taste.
Family facilities Plenty of seating, big fans for ventilation, stroller-friendly layout, and high chairs at selected tables.
When to visit Open daily, mostly from morning till late afternoon — some hot stalls sell out early so arrive before noon for the best picks.
Getting there MRT: Dakota MRT (CC8) — 2-min walk.
Bus: Multiple bus stops along Old Airport Road.
TADA: Skip the parking hassle — take a TADA ride and enjoy vouchers! Sign up with code TOTMEI: TADA Referral Link.
Parent tips • Bring tissue packs to chope (reserve) tables.
• Be prepared to queue at famous stalls — it’s part of the experience!
• Cash preferred, but some stalls accept PayLah!/PayNow.
💡 Extra savings & rewards • Walk off your hawker meal and earn free perks — download Sweatcoin to turn your steps into shopping rewards!
• Order takeaway or groceries online later? Stack cashback with ShopBack.
Contact No reservation needed — just come and feast!
Address 51 Old Airport Road, Singapore 390051

🍜 Tip: Skip parking stress — book a TADA ride with code TOTMEI, earn Sweatcoins while you stroll, and stretch your dollar with ShopBack cashback. Enjoy the ultimate hawker feast, smarter! 🚖✨🥢

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