New World Congee at Marine Parade Central Market & Food Centre
Location: 84 Marine Parade Central, #01-45 Market and Food Centre, Singapore 440084
84 Marine Parade Central Market and Food Centre
Porridge and bao zai mian stall at Marine Parade Central Market and Food Centre.
Porridge and bao zai mian stall at Marine Parade Central Market and Food Centre.
New World Congee at Marine Parade Central Market and Food Centre specialises in the soothing, restorative art of Cantonese-style congee, offering bowls of silky rice porridge that comfort as much as they nourish. The stall prepares its congee to that ideal consistency where the rice grains have broken down into a smooth, creamy whole, providing a warm embrace in every spoonful. Diners can choose from a variety of toppings including sliced pork, century egg with lean meat, and chicken, each adding its own character to the mild, comforting base. The stall also serves bao zai mian, a bowl of noodles in a rich, savoury broth that offers a heartier alternative for those craving something more substantial. The Marine Parade Central Market and Food Centre location places New World Congee in a well-established neighbourhood hawker institution that draws regulars from the surrounding estate. The stall caters to those who appreciate the simple, honest flavours of traditional Cantonese comfort food, whether as a light breakfast, a restorative meal during illness, or a warming dinner on a rainy evening. The affordable pricing and generous portions make it easy to return frequently, with each bowl delivering the same consistent quality that has kept the stall in business. Find New World Congee at 84 Marine Parade Central, #01-45, Market and Food Centre, Singapore 440084. Drop by for a bowl of comfort that has been a Marine Parade staple for years.Operating Hours
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Negative Reviews
Zhi Hao
Ordered century egg & pork ball porridge, added pork ball & egg and paid a total of $6.50. However the price doesn't justify the amount of ingredients I had. On top of that, one of the very few pork ball I had, had a strand of HAIR in it …
Positive Reviews
Aisyah
4th generation congee. They have the recipe down pat! I got the large bowel with chicken and added an extra egg. Made fresh. Cheap meal at $5. This stall is the winner of the hidden gems hawker award. Closed Fridays. Is this guy married?.cuz I’m in love…
Vanessa
Ordered the century egg & lean meat porridge. Replace the lean meat with minced pork balls as i prefer pork balls to lean meat. Added an egg for extra shiokness. Love the cantonese congee. Saw alot of pple and kids eating the congee in food …
Khai
I had: 1. Century egg and lean meat porridge, with add on pork liver 2. Macaroni …
Cassandra
This place serves quite yummy porridge. I ordered the lean pork century egg porridge with an extra egg at $4.50…very nice!
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New World Congee
Storefront with operating hours
A closed metal roll-up storefront with blue signage indicating operating hours and closure days. The signage reads "7.00 AM TO 5.30 PM / TILL SOLD OUT" and "CLOSED ON FRIDAY". A circular blue logo with white Asian characters is also visible on the upper part of the storefront.
People queuing at a food stall
A group of people are standing in line at a food stall in an outdoor market or food court. The stall has a large menu board displaying various dishes with pictures and prices. The name 'Bakersmith' is visible on a sign above one of the stalls. Some people are seated at tables nearby, eating or conversing. The overall scene depicts a busy food establishment with customers waiting to order.
Congee Menu Display
A display showing images and prices of different congee dishes. The dishes featured are Cuttlefish Peanut Congee and Pork Mixture Congee, with prices listed as $4/$5/$7 and $5/$7/$9 respectively. Below the congee menu, there is a section displaying an award for "Enterprising Hawker Award 2023" with images of individuals receiving the award.
Congee with toppings
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a type of rice porridge, served in a bright yellow bowl. The congee is topped with chopped green onions, crispy fried shallots, and what appears to be minced meat or preserved vegetables. A small dish of chili condiment is placed to the left of the bowl. A dark spoon rests in the congee. The meal is presented on a dark tray, with a blurred background suggesting an indoor dining area.
Hawker Gems Promotion
A promotional poster for the Ultimate Everyday App, encouraging support for hawker gems. It features an image of a chef preparing congee, details about New World Congee, and highlights delivery offers with PayLah! and DBS. The poster also includes app screenshots and awards.
Singapore Hawkers Awards Certificate
A certificate awarded to New World Congee for the Enterprising Hawker Award on 27 September 2023. The award is presented by The Federation of Merchants' Associations, Singapore, with support from the National Environment Agency and Enterprise Singapore.
Young Hawkers Congee Hall of Fame Award
A certificate recognizing Mr Alvin Ng of New World Congee for the Young Hawkers Congee award in the City Hawker Food Hunt 2023. The certificate is presented by City Energy and Shin Min Daily News. It features a 'Hall of Fame' badge and decorative food illustrations.
Award Ceremony
Three men are standing on a stage in front of a screen. The man on the left is wearing a blue shirt, black pants, and a straw hat. He is holding a certificate. The man in the middle is wearing a patterned blue and white shirt and black pants. He is holding a plaque. The man on the right is wearing a white shirt and grey pants. He is receiving the plaque from the man in the middle.
Congee with Century Egg
A white oval bowl filled with congee, a type of rice porridge. The congee is topped with pieces of century egg, which are dark in color, and chopped green onions. The dish is served on a wooden table.
DBS PayLah! Hawker Support Advertisement
An advertisement promoting the DBS PayLah! app for supporting hawker stalls. The ad features a chef preparing congee, with text highlighting delivery options, discounts, and awards. It also shows a mockup of the app interface and mentions 'World's Best Yet Again' awards for DBS.
Congee with Toppings
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a type of rice porridge, served in a bright yellow bowl. The congee is topped with fried dough fritters (youtiao), chopped scallions, shredded ginger, and crispy fried shallots or garlic. A pair of black chopsticks rests on top of the bowl. The dish appears to be a savory breakfast or light meal.
Congee with Fried Dough Sticks
A close-up overhead shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge dish. The congee is served in a bright yellow bowl and topped with pieces of fried dough sticks (youtiao) and chopped green onions. A dark brown spoon is partially submerged in the congee, and a pair of black chopsticks rests on the rim of the bowl. The dish appears to be a hearty and traditional breakfast or comfort food.
Congee Dishes
Two bowls of congee are presented on a dark tray. The top bowl contains plain congee topped with chopped scallions and fried dough fritters. The bottom bowl holds a congee with visible pieces of meat, vegetables, and scallions. Both bowls have a yellow rim with a circular logo that appears to say "HW" inside.
City Hawker Food Hunt Medal
A gold medal with a yellow ribbon, awarded for the City Hawker Food Hunt in 2023. The medal features the text "CITY HAWKER FOOD HUNT 2023 YOUNG HAWKERS NEW WORLD CONGEE" and a graphic of a person with a bowl.
Peanuts Themed Lunch Containers
A close-up shot of two lunch containers. The one on the left is a silver stainless steel container with a comic strip featuring Snoopy and Woodstock. The comic strip reads, "YOUR LEFT ARE STUNNING ROCKS.." and "AND ON YOUR RIGHT IS THE MAGNIFICENT 'SILVER CLOUD' WATERFALL..". The container on the right is a fabric lunch bag with a zipper closure, also decorated with Peanuts characters and comic strip bubbles. One bubble says, "WHERE ARE WE?". The bag has a denim-like top.
Food Stall Menus
A food stall with multiple digital menus displaying various congee dishes and other food items. One menu board shows "NEW WORLD CONGEE" with prices for different congee types like "PORK CONGEE" for $3.50. Another stall advertises "Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui Kueh Since 1958" with signature items and prices. People are seen queuing to order.
Condiments and Utensils
A metal counter displays various items, including a blue basket with plastic bags, a container of chili flakes, a bottle of dark liquid, a stack of small black bowls, and a large container filled with black chopsticks. A blue sign with white text reads "PLEASE DO NOT WASTE" in English and Chinese.
New World Congee Awards and Branding
This image displays awards and branding for New World Congee. On the left, there are certificates and a photo of individuals receiving an award. One certificate is for the 'Singapore Hawker Awards 2023 - Enterprising Hawker Award' awarded to New World Congee. Another section highlights 'Young Hawkers Congee' awarded to Mr. Alvin Ng. The center features a chef in a kitchen preparing congee, with a 'Winner' badge for 'Hidden Gem Hawker Awards'. The right side shows the New World Congee logo with Chinese characters, stating 'New World Congee Since 1958' and '4th Generation'.
Group of people posing for a photo
A group of nine people, consisting of six men and three women, are gathered around a table, posing for a photograph. They are all smiling and giving thumbs-up gestures. The setting appears to be indoors, with large windows in the background revealing lush greenery and modern architecture. The table is set with plates, cups, and bottles of water, suggesting a meal or gathering.
Bowl of Congee
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge, topped with fried dough sticks and chopped green onions. A spoon rests in the bowl, dusted with a white powder. The bowl is bright orange and sits on a wooden table with a circular cutout.
Singapore Hawkers Awards Certificate
A framed certificate recognizing "New World Congee" with the "Enterprising Hawker Award" and "Young Hawkers Congee Hall of Fame" award. The certificate features images of award recipients and officials, along with logos from various organizations.
Congee with Toppings
A bowl of congee topped with chopped scallions, fried shallots, and fried dough sticks. Pieces of century egg and meat are visible in the congee. A spoon and chopsticks rest on the bowl.
Nine hawkers receive national awards
A group of nine hawkers are pictured receiving the Enterprising Hawker Award. The article states that these hawkers were recognized for their outstanding contributions, entrepreneurial spirit, and hard work in the hawker industry.
Food Stall with Menu
A food stall with a prominent "Bakersmith" sign and a large illuminated menu displaying various congee dishes. Several people are visible, including a customer seated at a table with a bowl of food and staff members attending to orders. The stall appears to be in a hawker center or food court setting.
New World Congee Menu
A brightly lit menu board displays various congee dishes offered by New World Congee, a business operating since 1958 and in its 4th generation. The menu features images and prices for different congee types, including Happiness Congee, Peanut Minced Meat Congee, Shredded Chicken Congee, Century Egg Lean Meat Congee, Meat Ball Lean Meat Congee, Sliced Fish Congee, Cuttlefish Peanut Congee, Pork Congee, Pork Mixture Congee, and Dual Fish Congee. Prices range from $3.50 to $12. Other items like Crispy Noodle, Macaroni, and Liver Mee Sua are also listed. The stall is closed on Fridays.
Congee with Toppings
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge dish. The congee is topped with crispy fried dough fritters (youtiao), fried shallots, and chopped scallions. A dark sauce, possibly soy sauce or chili oil, is drizzled on the side. A dark spoon is visible on the right side of the bowl. The bowl is placed on a wooden surface.
Singapore Hawkers Awards Certificate
A certificate awarded to New World Congee for the Enterprising Hawker Award on 27 September 2023. The award is organised by The Federation of Merchants Associations Singapore and supported by the National Environment Agency, with Enterprise Singapore as the strategic partner.
CDC Voucher Accepted Here
A sign displays "CDC Voucher Accepted here" with a graphic of a smartphone showing CDC Vouchers in denominations of $2, $5, and $10. Below this, a poster announces "New World Congee" as a "Winner of the Hidden Gem Hawker Awards" at Marine Parade Food Centre, highlighting their signature dish, Pork Congee. Several other logos and text are visible but not fully legible.
Congee with Fried Dough Sticks
A bowl of congee, a rice porridge, is topped with pieces of fried dough sticks (youtiao) and chopped green onions. A spoon rests in the bowl, ready to serve. The congee appears to have small pieces of meat mixed in. The dish is presented on a wooden surface.
Minced Pork Noodle Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of minced pork noodle soup. The soup contains macaroni, minced pork, green vegetables, and sliced ginger. The background shows a food court setting with tables and chairs.
New World Congee Advertisement
A close-up shot of an advertisement for New World Congee, highlighting their award as a "Winner of the Hidden Gem Hawker Awards." The advertisement features a smiling chef in a white uniform preparing congee. Several bowls of ingredients, including chopped scallions and fried shallots, are visible. The text also mentions their location at Marine Parade Food Centre and their signature dish, Pork Congee.
New World Congee Sign
A sign for New World Congee, established in 1958 and in its 4th generation. The sign displays two menu items: Liver Congee for $4.50/$6 and Liver Mee Sua for $6/$8/$10. It also mentions a 30¢ charge for takeaway containers and 10¢ for each extra empty bowl. The sign includes the address: Block 83 Marine Parade Central, Marine Parade Promenade, Singapore 440083.
Pork Congee Sign and Award Certificate
A blue sign displays "PORK CONGEE" in English and Chinese characters, with the price "$3.50". To the left, a framed certificate recognizes "New World Congee" with the "ENTERPRISING HAWKER AWARD 2023" and "Young Hawkers Congee" award. The certificate includes images of individuals and logos of sponsoring organizations.
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with various congee dishes displayed on a menu board. The stall appears to be closed, with a metal shutter partially down. There are containers of ingredients and serving ware visible on the counter.
Congee with Toppings
A close-up view of a bowl of congee, a type of rice porridge. The congee is topped with fried dough fritters (youtiao), chopped scallions, and a sprinkle of fried shallots or similar savory topping. The dish is served in a clear plastic container, suggesting it is a takeout or delivery order. In the background, a portion of a light blue and green plastic container is visible.
Digibank App Update Notification
A screenshot of a mobile banking app interface. The top section displays a notification about updating the digibank app for users on iOS 15. Below this, there are icons for various banking functions: Log In, Digital Token, PayNow, Overseas Transfer, Scan & Pay, and More. The background features a cityscape at dusk. At the bottom, there is a promotional image for the 'DBS PayLah! Hidden Gem Hawker Awards' featuring people in a kitchen setting.
Food Court Scene
A busy food court with several people queuing and seated at tables. Some individuals are wearing face masks. There are tables and chairs set up, and a 'Tray Return' sign is visible in the background. Food items and packaging are on some of the tables.
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated sign displaying various congee dishes with prices. The stall also shows images of the dishes, ingredients, and a chef. Below the main sign, there are smaller menu boards and a counter with food preparation items. The stall appears to be a family-run business, as indicated by the "4th Generation" text.
Food Stalls
A row of food stalls in an outdoor market. The stalls display menus with pictures of food, primarily congee and Shui Kueh. One stall is named "New World Congee" and another "Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui Kueh". A sign for "Creative Desserts & Sweet Beverages" is also visible. Several people are queuing at the stalls.
Medal with Logos
A gold medal with a yellow ribbon is held in a hand. The medal features the logos of "CityEnergy" and "SHIN MIN Daily News" in red and blue.
Food Stall with Customers
A busy food stall with a man in a white chef's coat waving to customers. Several people are standing in line, and others are seated at tables in the background. There are menus displayed on the left side of the stall.
New World Congee Menu
A food stall with a large illuminated menu displaying various congee dishes. The menu features images and names of different congee types, such as Peanut Minced Meat Congee, Shredded Chicken Congee, Century Egg Meatball Congee, Pork Congee, and Sliced Fish Congee, with prices listed in dollars. There are also sections for Signature Jian, Steam Ala Carte, and other food items. The stall also displays promotional materials and payment options.
Congee with Toppings
A bowl of congee, a type of rice porridge, is presented with various toppings. The congee itself is a pale, creamy white. Garnishing the top are chopped fresh cilantro, fried shallots, and sliced green onions. Crispy fried dough sticks, known as youtiao, are scattered across the surface. Two dark brown spoons are placed in the bowl, ready for eating. The bowl sits on a dark wooden table.
Congee with Toppings
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge, served in a bright yellow bowl. The congee is topped with chopped scallions, fried shallots, a dusting of white powder (likely ground white pepper or a seasoning), and crispy fried dough sticks (youtiao). The bowl has a subtle embossed logo that appears to read "HW".
Hawker Stall Awards and Menu
A display board at a hawker stall shows awards received, including the "Singapore Hawkers Awards 2023" for "New World Congee" and "Young Hawkers Congee". It also displays menu items like "Pork Mixture Congee" priced at $5/$7/$9 and "Dual Fish Congee" with sliced fish and cuttlefish. A sign indicates "Please do not waste" and "Machine blend chilli".
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with illuminated menus displaying various congee dishes and their prices. A person stands at the counter, facing away from the camera. Tables and stools are visible in the foreground.
Food Stall Menu
A food stall with multiple menus displaying various congee and other dishes. People are seen ordering and waiting for their food.
Congee with Toppings
A close-up overhead shot of a bowl of congee, a savory rice porridge. The congee is topped with chopped scallions, fried shallots, cilantro, and pieces of fried dough sticks (youtiao). The bowl is white and sits on a reflective metal surface.
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated menu displaying various congee dishes. The menu shows images of the dishes with their names in English and Chinese, along with prices. Below the menu, there is a counter with containers, utensils, and stacks of trays. The stall also has promotional materials and signage.
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated menu displaying various congee dishes. The menu features images and prices for congee options like Century Egg Lean Meat Congee, Cuttlefish Peanut Congee, Pork Congee, and Mixed Fish Congee. Below the main menu, there are additional offerings and a section highlighting "New World Congee Since 1958, 4th Generation". Two customers are visible in front of the stall, one ordering and the other looking at the menu. A sign indicates the stall is closed on Fridays.
Food Stall Menu
A food stall with a large illuminated menu board displaying various congee dishes and their prices. Below the main menu, there are smaller signs and a display of ingredients. Two women are standing in front of the stall, seemingly ordering food. Tables and chairs are visible in the foreground.
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with a large illuminated menu board displaying various congee dishes. The stall is branded as \
Two men posing with a certificate and medal
Two men are standing on a green court, possibly a sports court. The man on the left is wearing a white t-shirt with graphics and blue jeans. The man on the right is wearing a patterned blue shirt, black pants, and a gold medal around his neck. He is holding a certificate with a logo that says "CityEnergy". The background shows trees, buildings, and a fence.
New World Congee Stall
A food stall with a large menu board displaying various congee dishes with prices. The stall is well-lit and appears to be busy, with containers, ingredients, and cooking equipment visible behind the counter. Signs indicate it is a family-run business with a long history.
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