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Maxwell Food Centre
1 Kadayanallur St, Singapore 069184
Chinatown hawker center with stands selling street food including famous chicken rice & dim sum.
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STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 85 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 1 month ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 21 Jul 2026
Maxwell Food Centre offers a quintessential hawker experience, often cited as a less overwhelming entry point for newcomers compared to larger centres.
We think it's a solid choice for those looking to sample a variety of local dishes without the intense crowds found elsewhere.
The centre is known for its fresh, cooked-to-order food, contributing to a lively atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists.
While some popular items like laksa and rojak have received mixed reviews, with some finding them overhyped and overly sweet, the consensus points to the Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice as a must-try.
Expect a queue for this stall, but the silky chicken and flavourful rice are consistently praised.
We'd also recommend seeking out One Soy for their exceptional tofu pudding (beancurd) with rice balls, though be aware it's a cash-only stall.
Overall, Maxwell provides a good cross-section of Singaporean hawker fare.
It's a reliable everyday option, not a destination meal, but worth a visit if you're in the area.
Signature
Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice
Wait time
10-30 minutes for popular stalls
Price
Below $10/person
Score: 85 · 5 sources
What customers say
Maxwell Food Centre is highly regarded for its authentic local food culture, offering a less overwhelming hawker experience compared to larger centres.
While some popular stalls like Little Nonya Laksa and a specific Rojak stall are considered overpriced and 'mid' by some, the centre boasts standout dishes like the "silky soft but bouncy" Tian Tian Chicken Rice and the "amazing" tofu pudding from One Soy.
Customers appreciate the fresh, cooked-to-order food, affordable prices, and the bustling, vibrant atmosphere, though cash is often required.
Google Reviews
We visited Maxwell Food Centre at around 8:00 AM on a Monday, so it was still relatively quiet with very few queues. Unfortunately, the famous chicken rice stall was closed, which was a bit disappoint…
There’s a wide variety of food and the laksa was absolutely amazing. It’s cheaper if you pay cash instead of card. The staffs in charge of cleaning the trays were really proactive. We didn’t try the s…
I was here in the evening time and most of the stalls were closed for the day. But I am very fortunate of finding a chicken rice shop still open. Uncle Louis Famous chicken rice. Uncle was very hands…
A step back in time with fantastic food variety at really bargain prices. Only one of the 3 stall rows has high velocity fans for extra cooling. A few obvious winners among the vendors. We had Vietnam…
My favourite eating place in the city by far. So much to choose from, foodie heaven. There's always a good selection of shops open. Can be very busy at time with queues for the most popular places. D…
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