Hassbawa was once a beloved institution at 84 Marine Parade Central, located within the Marine Parade Central Market & Food Centre at stall #01-150. For approximately 40 years, this legendary Muslim-owned stall served what many considered to be Singapore's finest Mee Goreng, establishing itself as a cornerstone of the local halal dining scene since 1978 under the stewardship of founder Abdul Latiff Mohammed Kassim.
The stall gained an exceptional reputation for its signature Mee Goreng, a Malaysian-Indonesian style fried noodle dish that became the gold standard for this beloved comfort food in Singapore. Operating daily except Thursdays from 11am to 8:30pm, Hassbawa attracted food enthusiasts from across the island who made special trips to Marine Parade Central specifically to taste their renowned creation. The dish represented the perfect fusion of spices, noodles, and technique that exemplified the multicultural culinary heritage of Singapore's hawker culture.
Unfortunately, this iconic establishment has permanently closed, marking the end of an era for Marine Parade's food heritage and leaving a significant void in Singapore's halal food landscape. The closure represents the loss of not just a restaurant, but a piece of culinary history that helped define the neighborhood's identity for four decades. Former patrons and food critics alike remember Hassbawa as a testament to the enduring legacy of Singapore's hawker tradition and the passionate dedication of its operators to their craft.
Food was prepared unhygenic as after consumption in the afternoon, encountered extreme stomach disco
The food was prepared unhygienically. After consumption in the afternoon, I experienced extreme stomach discomfort with multiple trips to the toilet throughout the night and constant stomach churning. My condition was no better the next morning. Hopefully, I will recover on my own, as I have taken charcoal and stomach pain medication prescribed by my doctor during previous visits and saved them for emergencies like this.
Positive Reviews
Amina Ng
Googled “the best mee goreng in Singapore” and this came up. I’m surprised with low number of review
Googled “the best mee goreng in Singapore” and this place came up. I was surprised by the low number of reviews and mixed ratings about this shop.
I prayed for it to be good because my husband wanted Mee Goreng all the way in West Coast, and I was lazy to travel to the other side.
Went to order “Mee Goreng + Bee Hoon, no taugeh, basah, and add mata lembu”. It came out less “wet” than I expected, but I was surprised it was as good as the one in West Coast. It was a little too salty for me, but good enough, and the portion is generous lah.
All in all, it was a good day to get this. I’m glad
Tan Cindy
Thick mutton soup (meat) with balanced savoury taste + “wok hey” nasi goreng seafood = $12
Not too M
Thick mutton soup (meat) with a balanced savoury taste, plus "wok hey" nasi goreng seafood for $12. Not too much MSG taste, which is great! Both portions are good for a male adult. Airy and clean hawker centre.
Hazim Karim
IMHO, this is the Best Mee goreng combo so far!
In my humble opinion, this is the best Mee Goreng combo so far!
Ferdinand
His beehoon goreng slaps—and at just $5, it’s a steal. You get a good mix of mutton, veggies, and gr
His bee hoon goreng slaps—and at just $5, it’s a steal. You get a good mix of mutton, veggies, and green chilli, and if you ask for it extra spicy, he throws in some chilli padi cuts! 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Flavour-wise, it’s got more aroma and depth than most similar joints, probably thanks to the fresh tomato he uses, and there’s good wok hei going on too, with the potatoes nicely fried, blending in perfectly with the bee hoon.
Tried the mixed Maggi + bee hoon goreng once, and that combo really hits—way better texture than just bee hoon alone.
Jian Wei
Best soup kambing and mee goreng in Singapore. The standard of the soup kambing can sometimes be jus
Best soup kambing and mee goreng in Singapore. The standard of the soup kambing can sometimes be just above average, but overall it is usually top-notch. 7-8 out of 10 times, the mee goreng and soup kambing are absolutely the best you can find in Singapore.
Better than Kallang, Adam Road, or anywhere else.
Especially when served by the boss or son of the boss (the taller, 40-something guy with a beard).
Very reasonable prices and the staff are friendly. Hygiene standards are good.
A hidden gem for the past two decades due to its location.
