9 Local Breakfasts in S’pore Under S$2.50 So Delicious, Yet So Cheap

Living in Singapore definitely has its perks, one of it being the fact that we get access to cheap and good food everywhere we go – regardless if they are from MRT Stations (yes, some of them are pretty good), 7/11, or even at your neighborhood coffee shops. With the standard of living rising every year, we always need cheaper food alternatives to keep our bank accounts in check, or just so that we will be able to enjoy a better lunch or dinner.

As they say, breakfasts are the most important meals of the day, so don’t forget to grab some while you are on your way to work or to school! Running out of ideas? Here are 10 breakfasts you can find in Singapore  under S$2.50 that are so delicious, yet so cheap.

1. S$1.80 Mee Jiang Kueh – The Pantree

Also known as Peanut Pancakes, this local street snack may look assuming at first, but can be extremely filling. The Mee Jiang Kueh at The Pantree comes in flavors such as peanut, pork floss, and ham, also giving you the liberty to DIY  your very own flavors. The peanut pancakes here are priced as low at S$1.80, and are extremely gratifying to savor.

CT Hub 2,
114 Lavender street, #01-19
Singapore 338729

Opening Hours:
Daily: 830am – 430pm

2. S$2.20 Mee Siam – Maxwell Haha Mee Siam

The Mee Siam here does not use any coconut milk but makes up for the addictive taste in the mouth-watering gravy through the use of blended prawns and their house-blended chili. For just S$2.20, every bowl of Mee Siam is served with sliced boiled egg, diced tau pok and chives.

Chinatown Complex Food Centre, #02-095 
335 Smith Street
Singapore 050335

Opening Hours:
Mon to Sat: 7am – 3pm
Closed on Sundays

3. S$2 Laksa – Sungei Road Laksa

This laksa stall is one of the few laksa stalls in Singapore that cooks their gravy over a charcoal stove. Plus, S$2 is a real steal! The gravy at Sungei Road Laksa comes in a shade of a gorgeous orange and was light, flavourful and not overly spicy – using less coconut milk which is much easier on our palates in the morning. The bowl of laksa is also topped with a generous amount of cockles, laksa leaves and bean sprouts – my favorite!

Jin Shui Kopitiam #01-100
27 Jalan Berseh
Singapore 200027

Opening Hours:
Tues, Sun to Mon 9:30am – 5pm
Closed on Wednesdays

4. S$2 Nasi Lemak – Hon Ni Kitchen

Residents staying in Bedok will definitely know of Hon Ni Kitchen. For $2, you can order any 3 ingredients from the menu which includes the usual Nasi Lemak favorites, excluding chicken wings which cost S$1. They are also famed for their homemade sambal chili.

216 Bedok North Street 1
Singapore 460216, #01-07
Opening Hours:
Tues to Sat: 7.30am to 2pm,
Closed on Sunday & Monday

5. $0.90 Roti Prata –  Mr. & Mrs. Mohgan Roti Prata Shop

Mr. and Mrs. Mohgan Roti Prata Shop makes their Prata dough from scratch every day. Having more than 40 years of experience, the duo redefines local comfort food with unique creations such as Green Chili and Onion Prata (S$1.40) and  their Pratas prepared a la minute with crisp and light textures.

Poh Ho Restaurant
7 Crane Road
Singapore 429356

Opening Hours:
Mon, Thurs to Sun: 6:30am – 1:30pm

6. S$1 Teo Chew Kuehs – One Kueh At A Time

Keeping his mom’s legacy, the owners of One Kueh At A Time adopts the traditional menu, but with a twist. The Kuehs here are handmade every day, generously stuffed with fillings with extremely thin skin. Do head there early if you are thinking of bagging Kuehs home as they are known to sell out early!

Berseh Food Centre
166 Jalan Besar, #02-61
Singapore 208877

Opening Hours:
Tuesday – Sunday: 8am – 2pm
Closed on Mondays

7. S$1.50 Hainanese Chicken Rice – 820 Hainan Chicken Rice

S$1.50 for a plate of chicken rice? Yes, no kidding. At 820 Hainan Chicken Rice, they serve chicken rice at S$1.50 or S$2 a plate. You can also add on various toppings like gizzards and braised eggs if you wish!

823A Tampines Street 81
Singapore 521823

Opening Hours:
Daily: 9am – 9pm (Closed on alternate Mondays)

8. S$2 Chwee Kueh – Bedok Chwee Kueh (Chinatown Branch)

Bedok is known for a plethora of hawker delights, and Bedok Chwee Kueh will be no stranger to anyone living there. This Chee Kueh stall is famed for their bouncy and chewy Chee Kueh that is garnished with crunchy Chye Poh. Don’t forget to add on their Sambal Chili when you are at it! No Chee Kueh is ever complete without the combination of Chye Poh and Sambal Chili.

Chinatown Complex Market
Blk 335 Smith Street, #02-43
Singapore 050335

Opening hours:
Daily: 7am – 9pm

9. S$2.20 Chee Cheong Fun – Pin Wei Hong Kong Chee Cheong Fun

Rather than using the black sweet sauce, this Hong Kong styled Chee Cheong Fun adopts the Cantonese version of light soy sauce which makes it less cloying for a meal in the morning. The Chee Cheong Funs are made a la minute, freshly steamed upon request every day.

Pek Kio Market & Food Centre
41A Cambridge Road, #01-25
Singapore 211041

Monday – Friday: 630am – 130pm
Saturday – Sunday: 630am – 230pm
Closed on Wednesday

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