World · Vietnam Bureau
Singapore's iconic RAF base canteen to close after nearly six decades
Boh Geh Uncle Canteen, a beloved open-air eatery operating on the grounds of a decommissioned Royal Air Force base in northern Singapore, will cease operations after 57 years of service. The establishment will serve its final meal on September 18 before permanently closing the following day.
LSN Vietnam ·
The closure of Boh Geh Uncle Canteen marks the end of an era for one of Singapore's longest-running food establishments. Located on the grounds of the former RAF base, the open-air canteen has become a fixture in the community, outlasting the military facility that once defined the area.
The canteen's 57-year tenure reflects the changing landscape of Singapore's development and urban transformation. As the city-state has evolved, many traditional establishments from earlier decades have gradually disappeared, making long-standing venues like Boh Geh Uncle Canteen increasingly rare.
The final day of service is scheduled for September 18, with operations ceasing permanently on September 19. The closure will likely draw nostalgic visitors seeking to patronize the venue one last time before it shuts its doors for good.
The canteen's longevity on a former military site underscores how some businesses have successfully adapted to changing circumstances, even as the institutions around them have undergone significant transformation. Its closure represents the loss of another piece of Singapore's historical landscape.