Best Cheap Eats Under $10 in Singapore

Tian Tian remains a Maxwell institution for tender poached chicken and fragrant, chicken-fat rice. A basic plate is one of the city’s benchmark affordable meals, though queues are part of the experience.

Ah Tai is a Maxwell favourite for silky chicken, well-seasoned rice and a typically quicker-moving alternative nearby. It is an excellent low-cost comparison stop for chicken-rice devotees.

The original Hawker Chan stall made its name with lacquered soya sauce chicken served at hawker-centre prices. Go for the classic rice set rather than expecting a restaurant-style experience.

Tai Hwa’s springy noodles, vinegary chilli and deeply savoury pork bowl have earned enduring national attention. The modestly priced signature bowl is a destination meal, so arrive early and plan for a wait.

J2’s hand-made puffs offer flaky pastry and boldly seasoned fillings at a pocket-friendly price. Pair a couple with a drink or another hawker dish for a highly affordable lunch.

Heng Kee’s old-school curry is rich with coconut, chicken and tau pok, poured over your choice of carb. It is a warming, filling CBD-adjacent meal that comfortably fits the under-S$10 brief.

This People’s Park bowl is known for a creamy, spice-forward laksa gravy and a simple, nostalgic setup. It is a strong budget pick when you want something more indulgent than the price suggests.

To-Ricos Guo Shi is valued for tender braised duck, herbal gravy and satisfying rice plates. The stall delivers substantial hawker-centre comfort food without drifting into restaurant pricing.

Whampoa Soya Bean is a classic stop for smooth beancurd and fresh soya milk. It works especially well as a cheap breakfast, dessert or cooling add-on after a hawker meal.

Noo Cheng is a long-standing Adam Road name for punchy prawn broth and noodle bowls. Choose a standard bowl to keep the spend below S$10; premium seafood upgrades can push it higher.

Heng Huat is a west-side favourite for tender braised duck and an aromatic herbal sauce. Its no-frills duck noodles are filling, accessible and priced like a true neighbourhood staple.

Lao Fu Zi draws regulars for a wok-charred, slightly sweet plate of char kway teow. It is a rewarding example of why Old Airport Road remains essential for inexpensive Singapore eating.