Top 4 Best Singaporean Food Near Vancouver, British Columbia

Singapore's famous hawker food blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan cooking: Hainanese chicken rice, laksa, char kway teow, satay and kaya toast with kopi. Metro Vancouver has only a handful of dedicated Singaporean restaurants, but the best of them deliver real hawker-centre flavour at very reasonable prices.

This guide covers the 4 best Singaporean restaurants in Metro Vancouver right now.

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How We Chose These Singaporean Restaurants

We looked for restaurants that focus specifically on Singaporean food, checked that each is currently open, and confirmed details with local food coverage and the restaurants' own information.

Many Malaysian restaurants also serve Singaporean dishes; see our Malaysian guide for more options. Because only a few places specialise in Singaporean cooking, this is a Top 4.

Best Singaporean Restaurants in Vancouver at a Glance

Top 4 Best Singaporean Restaurants Near Vancouver, BC

1. Shiok Singaporean Cuisine – Kingsway (plus Lougheed and New West)

Founded in 2019 by Singapore-born Susan Teo to bring home cooking from Singapore to Vancouver, now with three locations.

What to order: Laksa and kaya toast with teh tarik.

Why it made the list: The most dedicated Singaporean kitchen in the region.

Address: 1716 Kingsway | Price: $

2. Singapore Hawker – Coquitlam and Burnaby

A counter-service spot behind Coquitlam Centre, open since 2019, with a second location on Sperling Avenue in Burnaby.

What to order: Singapore laksa, Hainanese chicken and mee goreng.

Why it made the list: Generous hawker plates at fair prices.

Address: 120-1169 Pacific St, Coquitlam | Price: $

3. Hawkers Delight Deli – Main Street

A tiny Main Street shop serving Singaporean and Malaysian hawker classics.

What to order: Laksa, satay and fried kuey teow.

Why it made the list: The cheapest great laksa in the city.

Address: 4127 Main St | Price: $

4. Prata-Man Singapore Cuisine – Richmond (Capstan Way)

Prata-Man Singapore Cuisine is a Singaporean restaurant at 180-9020 Capstan Way, Richmond.

What to order: Hainanese chicken with rice and soup, plus roti with curry.

Why it made the list: Richmond's go-to cheap Singaporean fix; bring cash.

Address: 180-9020 Capstan Way | Price: $

Singaporean Dishes to Know Before You Go

• Hainanese chicken rice: poached chicken with rice cooked in chicken stock, plus chili and ginger sauces.
• Laksa: spicy coconut curry noodle soup.
• Char kway teow: smoky wok-fried flat noodles.
• Satay: grilled skewers with peanut sauce.
• Kaya toast: toast with coconut jam and butter, eaten with kopi.
• Teh tarik: "pulled" milk tea.

Where to Find Singaporean Food in Metro Vancouver

Kingsway (plus Lougheed and New West)

Home to Shiok Singaporean Cuisine.

Coquitlam and Burnaby

Home to Singapore Hawker.

Main Street

Home to Hawkers Delight Deli.

Richmond (Capstan Way)

Home to Prata-Man Singapore Cuisine.

Tips for Eating Singaporean Food in Vancouver

• Try Hainanese chicken rice: Singapore's best-known dish.
• Order laksa: A spicy coconut noodle soup.
• Share: Hawker-style dishes are made for sharing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Singaporean restaurant in Vancouver?

Shiok on Kingsway is the most dedicated Singaporean kitchen.

Where can I get Hainanese chicken rice?

Shiok, Singapore Hawker and many Malaysian restaurants.

Is there Singaporean food in Burnaby?

Yes, Singapore Hawker on Sperling and Shiok Express at Lougheed.

Is there Singaporean food in Coquitlam?

Yes, Singapore Hawker near Coquitlam Centre.

What is kaya toast?

Toast with coconut jam and butter.

Is Singaporean food spicy?

Some dishes are; many are mild.

What is the difference from Malaysian food?

They share many dishes; see our Malaysian guide.

Why only four restaurants?

Few places specialise in Singaporean food, and we only list verified ones.

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