Lau Pa Sat, Satay Among the Skyscrapers

INTRODUCTION & HISTORY

Lau Pa Sat

Built in the 19th century as a wet market, Lau Pa Sat has been refurbished into a highly-instagrammable modern and vibrant icon of Singapore. Its unique design serves as a testament to Singapore’s colonial history with a splash of the local hawker culture. The establishment offers extensive selections of local favourites that range from Hainanese chicken rice to laksa that won’t dent your travel budget.

When it comes to night, the food centre transforms into a bustling night market.

Grilling satay skewers at night market in Lau Pa Sat, Singapore

Satay Street Food

Satay Among the Skyscrapers

Delicious chicken and mutton satay skewers at Lau Pa Sat night market
 

If dining on the road accompanied by the sizzling sounds of satay paired with an ice-cold beer while you enjoy the glow of the city skyline sounds like a vibe to you, head to Lau Pa Sat during dinner time when Satay Street opens for business. To create an authentic street food vibe, roads are barricaded to create extra space for additional seating and Satay Street stalls.

With each Satay stick costing less than a dollar, it’s a budget-friendly option for budget travellers. Pair the skewers with a side of peanut sauce, cucumbers, and onions and you’ll get yourself a flavour-packed meal that doesn’t break the bank. For the best Satays in Satay Street, locals recommend trying stalls 7 or 8! There are also prawn skewers and many other varieties of cuisine to indulge in so you won’t get bored with just eating one type of food.

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Food to Try!

Satay Street

Close-up of satay skewers grilling at Lau Pa Sat night market

Chicken and Mutton

Satay at Lau Pa Sat is a flavorful delight, featuring smoky, spice-marinated chicken, beef, and mutton skewers. Paired with a rich, spicy peanut sauce, fresh cucumber, onions, and rice cakes.

Seafood

Sambal stingray dish with spicy sauce at Lau Pa Sat, Singapore

Sambal Stingray

Tender stingray grilled in banana leaves, topped with a spicy sambal sauce made from chili, belacan, and lime. The smoky, charred flavors combined with the tangy, spicy kick of the sambal

Lao Fu Zi Stall

avory fried kway tiao noodles at Lau Pa Sat food centre

Fried Kway Tiao

Savory wok-fried noodle dish featuring flat rice noodles, prawns, Chinese sausage, bean sprouts, and chives, all tossed in a rich, dark soy sauce with a hint of spicy sambal

Experience Lau Pa Sat Singapore like a local

#RoamWisely

To experience Lau Pa Sat like a local, head there after 7 PM when the iconic satay street comes alive. Join the throngs of locals who flock to the outdoor satay stalls, where skewers of juicy meat are grilled over charcoal, filling the air with a mouthwatering aroma. Grab a seat at one of the communal tables set up on the closed-off street, and order a variety of satay with the essential peanut sauce. Complement your meal with local favorites like oyster omelet or BBQ seafood, and sip on a refreshing Tiger Beer or a sugarcane juice. 

Busy and lively night market at Lau Pa Sat with communal seating
Photos by Ethan Hu from Unsplashed

GETTING THERE

Finding Lau Pa Sat

Located at 18 Raffles Quay, Singapore 048582, dining at Lau Pa Sat can be slightly pricier than normal food courts in Singapore due to its central location. Regardless, the prices are definitely worth the ambience and atmosphere you’ll experience!

Nearest MRT : Telok Ayer (DT18)