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Riverside / East Coast
The definitive Singapore chilli crab experience. The East Coast Seafood Centre branch is the most authentic with its waterfront setting.
Must try
💡 Book well in advance. Min 1 kg per crab.
Get DirectionsSerangoon / Ang Mo Kio
Legendary crab bee hoon — the definitive version of this dish in Singapore. The soup is milky, peppery and absolutely addictive.
Must try
💡 Order the crab bee hoon in the soup version — 'soup'. Book well ahead.
Get DirectionsEast Coast
Famous for inventing the black pepper crab — a Singapore culinary landmark. The East Coast outlet has a great al-fresco setting.
Must try
💡 Book ahead. Order rice/noodles to soak up the sauces.
Get DirectionsGeylang / Islandwide
Famous for its white pepper crab — a lighter, more fragrant alternative to black pepper. The restaurant literally had no signboard when it started.
Must try
💡 The original Geylang outlet has the most authentic atmosphere.
Get DirectionsMarine Parade / East Coast
A 50-year-old chilli crab institution — one of the original pioneers. Less famous than Jumbo but arguably more consistent.
Must try
💡 The original chilli crab family recipe hasn't changed. More relaxed atmosphere than tourist-heavy spots.
Get DirectionsIslandwide
Award-winning seafood restaurant known for its creative crab preparations — the signature salted egg yolk crab is exceptional.
Must try
💡 The salted egg yolk crab is the must-order. Set lunches are better value.
Get DirectionsPunggol / Northeast
A huge seafood restaurant in Punggol with over 100 seafood dishes and live tanks. The turtle soup and rainbow crab are the signatures.
Must try
💡 Parking is easy in Punggol. Book for large groups — they have big private tables.
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