Overview
Tekka Centre is a two-story market-and-hawker complex at the heart of Little India, directly atop MRT Little India Station for unbeatable access. The first floor combines a wet market (fish, meat, fruit, spices) with a hawker food court, while the second floor's 250+ stalls sell saris, Indian jewellery, spices, and South Asian goods. Michelin Bib Gourmand-listed Allauddin's Briyani and A.R. Burdans Indian Muslim Food serve authentic biryani, roti prata, fish head curry, and lentil curries for just SGD 4-8 per dish — making it a foodie favorite. Mornings are the liveliest time, capturing the most authentic market atmosphere. Directly accessible from MRT Little India Station.
Opening Hours
Market 06:00-21:00; hawker centre 06:00-22:00 daily
Travel Tips
9:00-11:00 is the market's liveliest time. Bib Gourmand favorites like Allauddin's Briyani have long lunch queues. Bargaining is welcomed for saris.
Hotels near Tekka Centre
Hotels and guesthouses in Chinatown & Little India, Little India, Singapore
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