If your impression of a Michelin-star meal is sitting in a fancy restaurant and being served a 6-course meal, I am here to prove that wrong. While food in Singapore is rather pricey, you will be surprised to find out that there are many cheap Michelin-star meals that would not leave a hole in your wallet.
Michelin Stars originated from France in the 1900, and was started by the Michelin Tyre Company. As there were not many cars back in the 1900s, they published the Michelin guide to provide useful information to motorists. As the food section of the guide gained popularity, they decided to recruit a team of anonymous inspectors to visit and review restaurants, awarding stars at the end of their visit. Over the years, this food guide gained popularity all around the world.
Liao Fan Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle
This chicken rice hawker stall is home to the world’s cheapest Michelin-star meal in 2016. For less than $3, you are able to get a plate of Hawker Chan’s infamous soya sauce chicken rice. His stall got so famous, you would have to queue for hours before getting a plate of his chicken rice. Fortunately for us, he has opened a restaurant just down the road, with only slightly higher prices. Try his infamous soya sauce chicken rice - the chicken is tender and full of flavour, looking at it will make you instantly drool.
Address: 78 Smith St, Singapore 058972
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:30am-8pm
Contact: 6221 1668
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodles
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodles is another hawker stall that has received a Michelin star for its high quality cooking. For around $6, you are able to get a bowl of steaming hot and delicious Bak Chor Mee. While you may have to wait in queue for a while, it is definitely worth it! Their noodles are soft and springy, while their pork is tender. The dish also comes with a well balanced sauce that is vinegary and flavourful.
Address: 466 Crawford Ln, #01-12, Singapore 190466
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 9:30am-9pm
Putien
While Putien is pricier than the previous two hawker stalls, you are still able to get a delicious yet cheap meal. According to their website, this restaurant began in 2000 as a coffee shop and has been growing significantly since. Putien serves authentic Fujian cuisine - characteristically light and flavourful, emphasising on fresh ingredients. They offer a range of dishes from clams to pork trotters.
Address: 127 Kitchener Rd, Singapore 208514
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 11:30am-3pm, 5:30pm-10pm
Contact: 6295 6358
Putien has multiple branches all over Singapore. Check out their website to find a branch near you.
Candlenut
Candlenut is a Peranakan restaurant by chef-owner Chef Malcom Lee. He gives Peranakan dishes a modern twist, while keeping flavours authentic. He preserves the authentic Peranakan flavours through the use of fresh ingredients and spices. Some of his recreations include Candlenut’s Buak Keluak Fried Rice and Westholme Wagyu Beef Rib Rendang. Try their A la Carte menu for cheaper options - and they are available for takeaway too.
Address: 17a Dempsey Rd, Singapore 249676
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 12-3pm, 6-10pm
Contact: 1800 304 2288
