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Western empire

4.2(192)on Googlemarine parade

80 Marine Parade Central, Singapore 440080

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)11:30 AM – 2:30 AM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
BSolid

Score: 75 / 100

Consistency60
Food quality70
Value for money85

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Western Empire offers a solid selection of Western hawker fare, with a clear emphasis on generous portions and value.

We note consistent praise for their chicken dishes, particularly the Char Grilled Chicken ($7.50) and various chicken cutlet options, which diners often finish completely.

The Bacon Carbonara, priced at $7.90, stands out as a highly recommended dish for its rich, non-overpowering sauce and ample bacon.

While the beef dishes receive mixed reviews, the chicken and pasta options appear to be reliable choices.

Sides are a strong point, with a wide variety and positive comments on items like crispy onion rings and tasty sweet corn.

We'd recommend this spot for a casual, satisfying meal, especially if you're in the East Coast area or looking for a late-night option.

Be prepared for a cash-only policy, though an ATM is conveniently located nearby.

Verdict: A reliable everyday option, best for those seeking generous portions and good value in chicken and pasta dishes.

Signature

Bacon Carbonara ($7.90)

Best time

Late night

Price

$ ($7-15/person)

Score: 75 · 5 sources

What customers say

Customers generally praise Western Empire for its generous portions and reasonable pricing, especially for dishes like the bacon carbonara and various chicken options.

While the chicken dishes are frequently recommended, some advise avoiding the beef.

Service is often noted as fast, and the variety of sides is appreciated, though a recurring operational issue is the strict cash-only payment policy.

Generous portionsReasonable pricingRecommended chicken dishesVariety of sidesCash-only payment
60% positive20% neutral20% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Marcus Chua Hon Wei, Singapore· 3 months ago

•1H 2026: 2/5 (Alright). Had the char grilled chicken (SGD 7.50) which came with two sides - opted for sweet corn and onion rings. Portion was good, and chicken was as expected; sides were good too wi…

★★★★★Amanda Ng· 9 months ago

Ordered a bacon carbonara pasta & a mentaiko salmon with 2 sides. Portion were generous & I would really recommend trying the bacon carbonara at only $7.90 if you are a carbonara lover. The sauce is r…

★★★★★YC SONG· 3 months ago

Food is reasonably tasty but not fantastic. Avoid the beef if possible. Chicken menu is good most of the times. Reasonable pricing. Worth eating especially in the late nite.

★★★★Winnie S· 5 years ago

We love the burgers here. Discovered this place during my cycling trips in the east a few months back. it was open till late. But this week, I came for the western meal. Service was pretty fast. We o…

★★★★★Shreyank Shah· 3 years ago

While coming back from East Coast Park, we explored this restaurant and in a short review it was worth it. We ordered Spring Onion Egg Fried Rice and it was actually delicious. I would definitely reco…

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