Chong Peng How
Reasonably priced local food such as nasi lemak, curry chicken and others.
Location: 238 Thomson Rd, #02 - 33 / 34 / 41 / 42, Singapore 307683
Floor 2 · Velocity @ Novena Square
Old Chang Kee concept restaurant at Novena Velocity, serving curry and local comfort classics
Old Chang Kee concept restaurant at Novena Velocity, serving curry and local comfort classics
Curry Times is a restaurant concept by Old Chang Kee at Velocity Novena Square, expanding beyond the brand's famous curry puffs to offer a full menu of local curry dishes and Singapore comfort food. The restaurant serves signature items such as curry chicken with rice, nasi lemak, laksa and the iconic Old Chang Kee curry puffs in various fillings, all prepared with the same curry recipes that have made the parent brand a household name. Curry Times bridges the gap between hawker fare and sit-down dining, offering air-conditioned comfort with familiar local flavours at accessible prices. The Velocity outlet serves the Novena office and residential crowd, providing a dependable option for those craving hearty, curry-centric meals in a clean restaurant setting.Based on 539 Google reviews
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Chong Peng How
Reasonably priced local food such as nasi lemak, curry chicken and others.
Han Lee
Food was great but service can be warmer… the environment is beautiful and it’s quite quiet on a Sunday evening. …
jay fernandez
Their nasi lemak was very tasty and “lemak” and the sambal was the right amount of spiciness. A good value set meal that came with a drink and a side of banana fritters. …
Touristmouse
I stopped in looking for a coffee and noticed their teatime special. The restaurant was quite empty and looked inviting. …
Rennie Lee
Aug25: I tried their newest Hainanese chicken rice meal @ $9.90++, which comes with iced bandung with basil seed! Service is quick and portion is good. Comes with a …
Curry Times
Nasi Lemak with Satay
A close-up shot of a Nasi Lemak dish served on a banana leaf. The dish includes a mound of white rice topped with a fried egg, sambal, cucumber slices, fried anchovies, and several pieces of satay. Sliced fish cakes are also visible on the side. The presentation is on a woven tray with a patterned cloth underneath.
Noodles with Shrimp and Fried Chicken
A plate of noodles served on a banana leaf, topped with a fried egg, three shrimp, and a piece of fried chicken. The dish is garnished with sliced cucumbers, red peppers, and onions. A small bowl of red sauce is visible in the background.
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
A close-up shot of chicken satay skewers served with a bowl of peanut sauce, sliced cucumbers, and red onions. The skewers are arranged on a banana leaf atop a woven platter. Lemongrass stalks are visible in the background.
Nasi Lemak
A close-up shot of a Nasi Lemak dish served in a blue-rimmed bowl. The dish features white rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg. Accompanying the rice are slices of fish cake, a dollop of sambal, fried anchovies with peanuts, and pieces of braised meat. On the side, there are slices of cucumber and a small portion of pickled vegetables. The dish is garnished with pandan leaves.
Noodle Dish with Duck and Egg
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles topped with sliced roasted duck, a halved hard-boiled egg, and lettuce. The dish is garnished with green onions and a red chili curl. The bowl is white and sits on a saucer with a subtle pattern. In the background, a cup and chopsticks are visible.
Takeout Meal
A black takeout container filled with a meal. The container is divided into sections. One section contains white rice topped with a sprig of cilantro. Another section holds fried crispy strips. A third section contains steamed vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots. The largest section contains pieces of dark meat, possibly fish or eggplant, stir-fried with red bell peppers and mushrooms in a savory sauce. A small bowl of red sauce is visible in the upper left corner.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a dining area with white hexagonal tiled floor, wooden tables and stools, and a counter featuring a large mural of curry dishes. Lighting includes pendant lamps and recessed ceiling lights. Background shows kitchen area and blue-themed decor. No menu boards or printed materials are clearly visible.
Food in a bowl
A close-up shot of a dessert dish served in a white ceramic bowl with blue decorative patterns and a dark rim. The dish contains green noodles, red beans, and translucent jelly-like slices, likely a Southeast Asian-style sweet treat. The bowl rests on a plain white surface under bright lighting.
Table with Food and Drink
A round golden-brown bun on a green plate sits in the foreground, with a cup of frothy beverage on a matching saucer behind it. The setting is an indoor dining area with a speckled white table surface. In the background, there are blurred chairs and a partially visible printed menu or flyer.
Cup of Coffee on Saucer
A ceramic cup filled with brown liquid, likely coffee or tea, sits on a matching saucer with floral patterns in black ink. Both are placed on a gray wooden table surface. The cup has a handle and the saucer reflects light. No shop signage or exterior elements are visible.
Food Presentation
A close-up shot of a bowl containing fried fish pieces resting on a metal grate, accompanied by lettuce, noodles, and garnishes. In the background, there is a bowl of white rice and a small dish with sauce. The setting includes a blue cloth napkin and a neutral-toned surface.
Noodles with meat and vegetables
A close-up shot of a bowl of stir-fried noodles topped with fried meat pieces, scrambled eggs, carrots, green onions, and cilantro. The dish is served in a floral-patterned ceramic bowl on a pink plate. In the background, there are chopsticks, a white mug, and blurred orange-yellow objects on a dark wooden surface.
Food served at a restaurant
A bowl of red curry with chunks of potato and meat garnished with parsley sits next to a folded piece of roti on a yellow plate. The setting is a white speckled countertop with part of a printed label visible in the background.
Close-up of a dish in a clay pot
A bowl of dark brown stew with sliced carrots, green herbs, and other vegetables floating in the broth. The dish is served in a rustic ceramic or clay pot on a wooden surface. A portion of another dish is visible in the background.
Table with Food Items
A table setting featuring multiple dishes including noodles with egg and spring rolls, a bread roll, a curry dish, and a soup with vegetables and herbs. The plates are decorative with floral patterns. A blue and white dragon-patterned cup is also present on the table.
Cup of tea on saucer
A ceramic cup filled with brown liquid, likely tea, sits on a matching saucer with floral patterns in dark green on a light background. The setting appears to be indoors on a white surface against a blurred tiled floor.
Food Plate
A bowl of rice with a fried egg on top, surrounded by various ingredients including sliced cucumbers, boiled potatoes, red chili paste, beans, and curry chicken. The dish is served on a wooden table with scattered salt and green leaves in the background. A fork and spoon are partially visible behind the plate.
Restaurant Interior
Interior of a restaurant with wooden tables and stools, tiled floor, and a large mural depicting a traditional shopfront on the wall. A staff member is at the counter, and there are printed materials on the tables. The ceiling has recessed lighting and ventilation units.
Hearty stew in decorative bowl
A steaming bowl of rich, red-brown stew with chunks of meat and yellow vegetables, garnished with green leaves, served in a yellow ceramic pot with blue rim and floral bird design. The pot rests on a red-and-white checkered cloth on a wooden surface. In the background, other similar bowls and stacked coasters are partially visible.
Bakery Display Counter
Interior view of a bakery counter with glass display cases filled with baked goods. Above the counter is a sign reading '新鮮烘培 FRESHLY BAKED'. Below are decorative items including a vintage coffee grinder, metal pitcher, and blue-and-white teapot on a countertop. Staff in white uniforms are partially visible behind the counter.
Noodle Dish with Braised Meat and Vegetables
A close-up shot of a bowl containing yellow noodles topped with braised meat chunks, carrots, pickled vegetables, green onions, and lettuce on a white plate with blue rim.
Tabletop Food and Beverage
A bowl of dessert with green noodles, red beans, translucent jelly pieces, and ice served in a blue-rimmed ceramic bowl on a saucer with a light blue spoon. In the background, there is a ceramic cup and saucer with floral patterns. The table surface is white with speckles. A small no-smoking sign is partially visible on the right side.
Soup in decorative bowl
A close-up shot of a light-colored ceramic bowl with blue rim and floral-patterned band, filled with a clear broth containing white fish balls, carrot slices, and chopped green onions. The bowl sits on a dark surface with chopsticks partially visible to the left and noodles on a plate blurred in the background.
Drinks on Table
Several beverages in mugs with ice and pineapple garnish are displayed on a patterned tablecloth. The foreground mug contains an orange-colored drink topped with pineapple chunks. Other drinks include yellow, amber, and dark brown beverages in various glassware. The setting appears to be indoors with ambient lighting.
Noodle Dish with Chicken and Egg
A bowl of noodles topped with roasted chicken pieces, a halved boiled egg, lettuce, and garnished with green onions and red chili slices. The dish is served in a white bowl with a blue rim on a speckled countertop.
Food Plate
A dish served on a woven bamboo plate with green rim, featuring stir-fried noodles mixed with seafood (shrimp, squid), two spring rolls, and a fried egg. The food is placed atop a banana leaf. The setting appears to be indoors on a light-colored countertop.
Table with curry dishes and beverages
Three bowls of curry with crispy fried dough pieces, a plate of black sesame balls, rice on a floral plate, and two cups (one coffee, one possibly tea). The tableware has floral patterns. No shop front or menu visible.
Chicken Soup in Floral Bowl
A steaming bowl of chicken soup with carrots, onions, and herbs garnished with parsley sits on a wooden table. The bowl features pink floral patterns. A partial view of another ceramic dish is visible to the right.
Food served at a restaurant
A plate of flatbread and a bowl of curry with garnish are on a table. A price tag showing "$2" is partially visible on the left. The setting appears to be indoors with a person's hand in the background.
Food dish in a stone pot
A red curry-like stew with vegetables including sliced onions, carrots, okra, and green herbs served in a grey ceramic pot on a wooden board. The setting is indoors on a wooden table. A partial white coaster with 'Cantina' visible is to the left.
Coffee Cup on Saucer
A ceramic cup filled with frothy coffee sits on a matching saucer, both featuring green floral patterns. The setting is indoors on a light-colored speckled table surface. Background is blurred, suggesting an interior café or restaurant ambiance.
Food court interior with multiple eateries
Interior view of a food court featuring several restaurant stalls including Old Chang Kee and Curry Times. The floor has patterned tiles, and there are promotional posters on stands advertising set lunches and dinner meals. Customers are seated or walking around the area.
Food dish in ceramic bowl
A close-up shot of a curry-like dish with fried tofu or tempeh slices floating in a reddish-brown sauce, garnished with green leaves. The dish is served in a yellow-rimmed ceramic bowl on a white speckled table. In the background, there's a floral-patterned plate holding a bread roll and part of a smartphone case. No signage or storefront elements are visible.
Food Item
Close-up of a golden-brown, flaky flatbread with a side of orange-colored sauce in a green bowl.
Lemongrass Drink Product Shot
A clear plastic cup filled with a yellow beverage, ice cubes, and two green straws. Surrounding the cup are whole lemongrass stalks and sliced cross-sections of the same herb. The background is plain white.
Table with Malaysian dishes
A table setting featuring several dishes including a clay pot curry, a bowl of curry with fried dough, spring rolls on a bamboo tray with lettuce, rice with egg rolls, and a small bowl of chili sauce. The table has floral-patterned plates and two smartphones resting on it. The surface is light-colored speckled laminate.
Sate with accompaniments
A plate of satay skewers served on a banana leaf with cucumber slices, chopped onions, and a bowl of peanut sauce. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a light-colored countertop and other dishes partially visible in the background.
Old Chang Kee storefront interior
Interior view of a food stall with green-tiled counter, pineapple-shaped hanging decorations, and illuminated 'Old Chang Kee' sign above the counter. A promotional display for 'Pandan Waffle' is on the counter surface. The floor has patterned tiles, and there are tables and chairs in the background with customers and staff present.
Food court interior with multiple eateries
Interior view of a food court featuring several restaurant stalls including 'Old Chang Kee' and 'CurryTimes'. The floor has wooden planks and patterned tiles. A counter displays 'Pandan Waffle' promotions. Customers are seated at tables, and staff are present. Promotional posters and menu boards are visible.
Interior of a café
A table with a cup of coffee, a bread roll on a red plate, and a wicker basket with spoons. In the background, there's a display case with baked goods, an oven, and a counter with signage reading 'CurryTime' and 'Yours Sincerely Old Chiang'. A menu board above the display shows prices starting at $1.
Food on Table
A bowl of curry with crispy sheets and a sesame seed bun on a floral plate, placed on a light-colored table surface.
Food Plate on Bamboo Tray
A close-up shot of a meal served in a green bamboo-patterned bowl. The dish includes stir-fried noodles, glazed meat pieces, red and green bell peppers, broccoli florets, carrot slices, and a wrapped item resembling a spring roll or tofu product. A smartphone is partially visible at the bottom right corner.
Dish Presentation
A close-up photograph of a rectangular block of tofu topped with a savory sauce containing chopped red chilies, green onions, and minced garlic, garnished with curly green herbs. The dish is served in a red-rimmed bowl with a spoon resting beside it. Background elements include blurred red chili peppers and green stalks, suggesting a culinary setting.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of fried spring rolls on a woven bamboo plate with lettuce and a small cup of red dipping sauce. In the background, there's a waffle on a floral-patterned plate. A fork and spoon are partially visible in the foreground. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a light-colored countertop.
Food dish on table
A bowl of curry with vegetables, fried ingredients, and a dark meat piece served in an orange sauce on a blue-patterned plate. The setting is indoors, on a white table surface. A small red-and-white sign indicating no shoes allowed is partially visible to the right.
Soup in a bowl
A close-up shot of a clear broth soup with chunks of vegetables like carrots and tomatoes, garnished with cilantro, served in a white ceramic bowl with blue decorative patterns around the rim. The setting appears to be indoors on a light-colored surface, possibly a table or counter.
Interior of a food court with multiple eateries
The image shows the interior of a food court with tables, chairs, and digital menus. A sign reads 'CurryTimes' above the entrance. There are two illuminated menu displays showing chef recommendations and other dishes. Operating hours are posted on a stand. The floor has patterned tiles, and there is a 'PLEASE WAIT TO BE SEATED' sign. The ambiance appears clean and well-lit.
Food Interior Shot
Close-up of hand holding a partially eaten bun with filling on green plate; another bun and side dish in background; knife on table surface.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a meal served on a woven bamboo tray lined with banana leaves. The dish includes fried chicken, a sunny-side up egg, rice, mixed vegetables (carrots, green beans), dried fish, peanuts, and a dollop of sambal sauce. A piece of bread is also present. The plate rests on a light-colored countertop.
Interior of a café or eatery
The interior features a large mural depicting a vintage food stall with people interacting at a counter. The wall is painted in blue tones with black-and-white striped awnings above the mural. A sign reads 'Since 1956 It's a Better Putt!' and includes Chinese characters. In front, there are wooden chairs around a round table on a hexagonal-tiled floor. Stacked white baby highchairs lean against the left wall. The ceiling has recessed lighting.
Food Presentation
A plate of sliced fried fish cakes served on lettuce leaves, placed on a wooden surface. The dish appears to be a prepared food item with glossy sauce coating the slices.
Restaurant Interior with Digital Menu Display
Interior view of a food court area showing a counter with digital screen displaying menu options. Behind the counter is an open kitchen setup with ovens and display cases. The floor has patterned tiles, and there are red vertical banners with Chinese characters. A sign above reads 'CurryTorch' in English and Chinese script. Multiple promotional boards and operating hours signs are visible.
Baked Goods Display Counter
A wooden display case with glass front showcasing various baked goods wrapped in plastic. Above the counter is a sign reading 'FRESHLY BAKED' in English and Chinese characters. The display includes labeled items such as Golden Bread, Chicken Pie, Signature Hae Bee Hiam Bun, Signature Coconut Bun, Signature Sardine Bun, and Signature Curry Chicken Bun. Below the main display are vintage-style coffee grinders and pitchers on a marble shelf. To the left, a yellow sign indicates restricted access for staff.
Tea Break Set Promotion Display
A hand holding a promotional flyer for a Tea Break Set priced from $3 per set. The background shows an indoor café setting with patrons seated at tables, blue walls, framed pictures, and a counter area. The flyer features images of food items including Signature Bun, Plain Pandan Waffle, Plain Prata, Chicken Pie, and mentions top-ups for Iced Kopi/Teh or Iced Milo.
Food Dish in Bowl
A close-up shot of a bowl containing various ingredients: green noodles, red beans, translucent cubes, golden flakes, and a dark sauce. The bowl has blue decorative patterns on the rim. The setting appears to be indoors with a light-colored table surface.
Morning Breakfast Set at Cuney Tenges
A table setting with a round bun on an orange plate, a cup of tea in a floral-patterned mug, and a circular price card indicating the 'Morning Breakfast Set' or 'Tea Break Set' priced at $2.50 nett. The card also lists options: any bun/egg tart/plain prata with drink (kopi/teh/milo). The location is Velocity@Novena Square.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a bowl containing rice topped with a fried egg, accompanied by slices of fish, cucumber, pickled vegetables, red chili paste, boiled potatoes, and dried beans. The dish is served on a wooden table with salt crystals and cutlery in the background.
Restaurant Interior with Retro Decor
Interior of a restaurant featuring wooden tables and chairs, hexagonal tile flooring, blue-paneled walls with framed photos, and a large mural depicting a vintage-style building facade with shutters and curtains. Staff are visible behind the counter. A promotional sign reads 'Come See It's Better Puff!' on the wall.
Promotional Poster at Restaurant
A printed promotional poster for a restaurant featuring 'Dry Laksa Goreng Supreme' with ingredients like Sunny Side Up Egg, Masala Chicken, Crispy Baby Squid, Succulent Prawn. The poster includes a price of $10.90++ and a free winter melon with lime juice & basil seed. A circular sign above reminds customers to wear masks when not eating/drinking.
Food served on a bamboo tray
A plate of stir-fried noodles with scrambled eggs, green leaves, fried chicken pieces, and garnished with vegetables like broccoli and carrots in the background. The dish is presented on a woven bamboo tray lined with banana leaf.
Food Interior Shot
A close-up of a bowl of curry with fried ingredients, vegetables, and leaf garnish on a white table with blue-patterned rim. Another bowl of noodles is partially visible in the background. A wooden chair and part of a person’s foot are seen in the upper left corner.
Freshly Baked Bakery Display
Interior view of a bakery counter with glass display case showcasing various baked goods including golden bread, chicken pie, coconut bun, sardine bun, curry chicken bun, pandan waffle, black sesame ball, and signature Hae Bee Ham Bun. A staff member wearing a face mask is partially visible in the background. The top sign reads '新鮮烘培 FRESHLY BAKED'. Below the display, there are small appliances on a shelf. Text at bottom left indicates 'syl: Curry Times Velocity @ Novena Square'.
Curry Times Tenant Special Value Meal Poster
A promotional poster on an easel stand advertising a tenant special value meal at Curry Times. The poster features images of food and lists options: 1 choice of main (e.g., Curry Chicken Rice), 1 soup (Chicken Vegetable Soup ABC), and 1 drink/dessert (e.g., Canned Drink, Yam Paste with Ginkgo Nuts). Price is $9.90 nett only. Background shows interior mall environment with patterned flooring and ceiling design.
Feast on SATAY Promotion Poster
A promotional poster for a food offering featuring Nasi Lemak Satay Chicken and Satay Platter with free Bandung drink. The poster includes festive decorations like hanging lanterns and is branded by CurryTimes, Hop & Hoop, and Asli. It's displayed in a spiral-bound menu or catalog.
Curry Times Menu Page
A printed page from a menu or promotional booklet featuring historical text about the establishment of Curry Times, its connection to Old Chang Kee, and an illustration of a street scene with a shopfront. The page includes a photo of curry puffs in a bowl and a hand-drawn sketch of a building facade with people walking by.
Promotional Print Material
A printed promotional flyer or catalog page from Curry Times, featuring a $4 nett All Day Tea-Break Set with Salted Egg Yam and Hot Kopi/Teh. The image shows the product visually with a cut-open yam and a cup of tea. Terms & Conditions and copyright notice are present at the bottom.
Food dish in ceramic bowl
A close-up shot of a prepared dish served in a white ceramic bowl with blue geometric patterns around the rim. The dish appears to be a clear broth-based preparation containing translucent noodles or rice paper wraps, dark mushrooms, shredded orange carrots, and fresh green cilantro leaves as garnish. The bowl rests on a light-colored speckled surface, possibly a table or countertop. No signage, storefront, or printed materials are visible.
Bento Set Promotion Poster
A printed promotional poster for a newly launched bento set offering free nourishing soup. The poster lists options: choose one main (e.g., Signature Curry Chicken, Dry Curry Chicken Rice), one side (e.g., Crispy Chicken Wing, Old Chang Kee Fishball OnStik), and one drink (e.g., Coke Zero, Sprite). Price is $9.90++. Available Monday to Friday, excluding PH 11am to 2pm only. Contact numbers for Novena Square, Westwood, and Changi Airport T3 are provided at the bottom.
Food Dish in Ceramic Pot
A close-up shot of a cheesy baked dish served in a dark gray ceramic pot with handles, garnished with green leaves. The dish sits on a wooden board. In the background, part of another plate with shrimp is visible. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining table with blurred background elements like chairs and tiled floor.
Interior of food court with multiple stalls
People are queuing near a counter with green ornate legs; signage includes 'CurryTimes' and 'Pandan Waffle' promotion. Background shows dining tables, seated customers, and other storefronts like 'Sung Kee'. The floor has patterned tiles and wooden flooring. Lighting is bright overhead.
CurryTimes Menu Insert
A printed promotional insert for a Tea Break Set from CurryTimes, displayed in a binder on a table. The insert features images of food including roti canai, pies, and prata with accompanying beverages. Text indicates the set starts at $3 nett per set and includes hot kopi/teh. Terms and conditions are listed at the bottom along with website and social media handles.
Pandan Waffle Menu Card Held in Restaurant Interior
A hand holds a printed menu card advertising Pandan Waffle with pricing and flavor options. The background shows blurred interior of a café or restaurant with tables, chairs, and patrons. No storefront is visible.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a dining area with a wooden counter displaying a 'PLEASE WAIT TO BE SEATED' sign and an operating hours board. A large orange-framed menu board shows 'Chef Recommendation' in both Chinese and English, featuring images of dishes with prices. The floor has patterned tiles, and there's a glass display case on the left. The background includes more seating areas and decorative lighting.
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