It’s back to business for Tiong Bahru Market, which has reopened in July after three months of upgrading works. The beloved food centre has been serving the community for decades, from its early days as Seng Poh Market in the 1950s. The market was last renovated in 2017, and though it was still in good condition as of early 2025, the National Environment Agency (NEA) decided some light upkeep was needed.
The refreshed food centre boasts new tables and stools, new floor tiles, larger fans to keep the indoor area cool, and added awnings to keep the rain out and provide added shade to tables by the railings. The toilets have also been cleaned and upgraded. On top of that, you’ll also spot a fresh coat of paint on the building’s exterior and a new landscaped garden on the first floor.
After a long wait, regular customers can finally feast again and eat their fill of the many food offerings the market is known for. There are a whopping 342 food and drink stalls at Tiong Bahru Market, including Michelin Bib Gourmand awardee Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui Kueh, which sells fluffy steamed rice cakes doused with homemade chilli and chye poh (pickled radish).
Many also love Loo’s Hainanese Curry Rice, Hui Ji Fishball Noodles, Tiong Bahru Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Koh Brother Pig’s Organ Soup. And of course, not forgetting the longstanding rivalry between Lor Mee 178 and Tiong Bahru Lor Mee. Meanwhile, those craving a light snack can visit Grandpa Homemade Cheung Fun; Tiong Bahru Teochew Kueh for traditional peng kueh and soon kueh; dim sum stall Tiong Bahry Pau & Snack; or Tow Kwar Pop for charcoal-grilled beancurd puffs.
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