There are a number of huge fresh food centres dotted across Singapore, crammed with fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and seafood at fabulous wholesale prices. Sure they can be crowded, and sure they can get a little stinky, but they’re worth it for the cheap, juicy produce.
We’ve listed all the wet markets we can possibly think of below (many of which include tasty hawker stalls), but if you can think of more, give us a shout on Twitter or Facebook. Check out the details, set aside a few hours to explore the stalls and get stuck in. For tips on what to expect when shopping at wet markets for the first time, check out this handy guide by our local food expert.
Chinatown Wet Market
Chinatown Complex, 335 Smith Street, Singapore 050335
- One of the biggest wet markets in Singapore
- A great place to buy live shellfish, dried goods and exotic meats
- Imports fresh vegetables from Malaysia
- Has a traditional Chinese twist
Tekka Wet Market – Little India
Tekka Centre, 665 Buffalo Road, Singapore 210665
- Singapore’s largest indoor wet market, this has some of the best, least expensive Indian food in town
- Traditional style (we’re talking wet floors and strong smells)
- A popular spot for vegetables and poultry and Indian spices
Tiong Bahru Wet Market
30 Seng Poh Road, Singapore 168898
- This good-sized wet market has two floors – the ground level is for fresh produce, while upstairs is rammed with hawker stalls
- Popular with expats, it has a good range of cheeses and Aussie and NZ beef at around half the price of supermarkets
- A handful of flower aunties – treat yourself to a bunch on the way out
- Well ventilated (sounds boring, but you’ll appreciate it!)
Whampoa Wet Market
92 Whampoa Drive, Singapore 320092
- This handy spot near Balestier Road is known for barbecue seafood and tasty chicken wings
- Praised for cleanliness and organisation
Kuriya Japanese Fresh Fish Market – Jurong Point
1 Jurong West Central 2, Jurong Point Shopping Centre, Singapore 648886
- Packed with fresh juicy fish from Japan
- Throw in oodles of sushi, sashimi, bento and more
Geylang Serai Wet Market
1 Geylang Serai, Singapore 402001
- Located in a traditional Malay kampong house
- The first floor is home to the market, the second houses Malay hawkers
- Boasts some of the lowest prices for Malay cuisine in Singapore
- Sells a variety of Malay and Middle Eastern spices
Telok Blangah Crescent Market
11 Telok Blangah Crescent, Singapore 090011
- This central spot specialises in Thai food stalls
- It’s perched next to Mount Faber, so you can take a nice walk before picking up your groceries
- Try the fish ball noodles, a local fave
Kebun Baru Market
226D Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Singapore 564226
- Handily located next to Ang Mo Kio shopping centre
- Known for great meat, particularly chicken
Ghim Moh Market
20 Ghim Moh Road, Singapore 270020
- These sellers near Holland Village are known for providing great service
- Many owners have been proudly selling for over 30 years
- A great selection of fruit and vegetables
Admiralty Wet Market
678 Woodlands Avenue 6, Singapore 730678
- A great spot for fish, fish, fish
- One of the cheapest stores on the island
Senoko Fishery Post
31 Attap Valley Road #02-29, Singapore 759908
- Head to this market on the border for fish at insanely low prices
- With exotic seafood on offer, it’s a popular spot for local chefs
Empress Road Market
7 Empress Rd, Singapore 260007
- This market is popular with expats, located right next to Farrer MRT
- Around 60 market stalls, and 40 hawker spots
- Has a few Western specials, including cheap jalapenos
Holland Drive Market
44 Holland Drive, Singapore 270044
- The sheer amount of live fish here gave it a somewhat funky smell
Siang Heng Fish Merchant
17 Kalidasa Ave, Singapore 789396
- Another great spot to pick up wholesale seafood
Bukit Merah View Market and Food Centre
115 Bukit Merah View, Singapore 151115
- Newly renovated at the end of 2017
- Has over 80 cooked food stalls and over 70 market and lock-up stalls
- The refurbished centre has more senior-friendly features
- Be sure to visit the carrot cake stall, which is over 60 years old
Golden Mile Food Centre
505 Beach Road, Singapore 199583
- Also an army market, where you can pick up camping equipment and army surplus gear
- Popular with the Thai community, who flock to the noodle stalls
Marine Parade Market
Blk 84 Marine Parade Central, Singapore 440084
- Recently closed for renovations but is open again
- Serving the East Coast lovelies
- You can grab a little bit of everything here, with 143 market stands
Toa Payoh Central Market
127 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, Singapore 310127
- Was renovated in 2018
- Grab your fresh produce and meat after getting your Western supplies from the nearby supermarket
- Conveniently close to Toa Payoh MRT
Jurong Fishery Port
Fishery Port Road, Singapore 619742
- Most active past midnight; go before 3am to grab the best fish
- Bring your IC to exchange for an entry pass and take your own containers and plastic bags
- Great for cheap, fresh seafood but remember to wear non-slip shoes as the floors can get pretty wet!
Pasir Panjang Wholesale Centre
1 Wholesale Centre, Singapore 110001
- Popular for fruits, vegetables and dried goods
Chong Boon Market & Food Centre
453A Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10, Singapore 561453
- Located a short 10-minute walk from the Ang Mo Kio train station
- Has a wide variety of fresh produce and meats at reasonable prices
Clementi Market and Food Centre
448 Clementi Avenue 3, Singapore 120448
- This market can get busy, but it’s worth it (we promise!)
- Famous for a cracking fish soup
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