Bak Kut Teh, or Pork Rib Soup, is a comfort food loved and consumed by Singaporeans. Most Singaporeans prefer the Teo Chew Bak Kut Teh that is clear and peppery. However, there are some who prefer the Klang style of Bak Kut Teh that is herbal-based. This post will cover the top 3 Bak Kut Teh that will guarantee to satisfy your taste buds regardless of what type of Bak Kut Teh you enjoy!
1) Outram Park Ya Hwa Bak Kut Teh
Most people have already heard about Ya Hwa Bak Kut Teh. Opened since 1973, it is a famous supper destination to head to as it opens till 4am. The place is also close to town which is perfect for people who are hungry after clubbing their hearts out.
They serve a peppery broth that is sure to make you feel the kick. The star of the dish is the pork rib which is tender and delicious.
Average Price : $10/pax
Address : 7 Keppel Road, #01-05/07 PSA Tanjong Pagar Complex, Singapore 089053
Opening hours : 7am to 3am from Tues to Sat
7am to 1am on Sundays
Closed on Mondays
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar
Buses : 10, 70, 75, 97, 100, 106, 107, 128, 130, 133, 162, 196, 513, 589, 868
2) Ng Ah Sio Pork Ribs Soup Eating House
As one of the longest establishing Bak Kut Teh restaurant in Singapore, Ng Ah Sio serves one of the most peppery and fragrant soup, garnering a loyal fan base. Aside from its Bak Kut Teh, Ng Ah Sio serves a fantastic range of pig-related dishes as well. Some of their famous dishes include braised pig intestine, blanched pig liver, pig tail, and braised pig trotter.
Average Price : $15/pax
Address : 208 Rangoon Road, Singapore 218453
Opening hours : 7am to 10pm from Tues to Sun
Closed on Mondays
Nearest Station: Farrer Park
Buses : 131, 141
3) Leong Kee Bak Kut Teh
Leong Kee Bak Kut Teh is a gem when it comes to herbal-based broth. Their Bak Kut Teh is full of herbal spices and contains tender pork ribs and bean curd skin. You can also request for intestines mixed into the soup for the same price. Leong Kee also offers a wide variety of dishes with a modern twist such as dry Bak Kut Teh and Mee Sua Bak Kut Teh. Aside from Bak Kut Teh, one of their must-try include the stewed pork leg that is sweet and tender.
Average Price : $10/pax
Address : 251 Geylang Road, Singapore 389309
Opening hours : 11am to 1am daily
Nearest Station: Kallang
Buses : 62, 80, 100, 158, 2, 63, 67, 100
HAPPY EATING! :)
