Ji De Lai Hainanese Chicken Rice
Hainanese chicken rice comes with options like roasted or steamed chicken. Sets with rice, soup and vegetables are reasonably priced.
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Hai Nan Zai
Singaporean food such as oyster omelettes, fried prawn mee and carrot cakes. Fried kway teow with cockles and Chinese sausage are cooked-to-order.
Soh Kee Cooked Food
Serves porridge with chicken, fish or cuttlefish. Sets for one to three people are also available.
Dudu Cooked Food
This stall carries two varieties of tu tu kueh – coconut and peanut. The steamed rice cake is chewy and springy on the outside; both fillings are nutty, sweet and aromatic. Best enjoyed piping hot!
Jian Bo Tiong Bahru Shui Kueh
The rice cake with a sauce of preserved vegetables, sesame, dried shrimp and chilli is spicy and delicious.
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Nyonya Chendol
The stall specialises in the classic iced dessert chendol. Pandan-flavoured flour jelly, coconut milk and palm sugar syrup impart the right level of sweetness. Extra toppings like red beans or durian are available.
Jiao Cai Seafood
Cooked-to-order seafood dishes. Signature sambal stingray is spicy and delicious.
Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang
Traditional coconut milk rice with Indonesian spicy chicken and sambal sauce.
WebsiteSpringleaf Prata Place (Spring Leaf Garden)
The birthplace of Singapore’s popular prata chain serves 20 different variations with sweet or savoury fillings. But even the basic egg prata tastes great with a crisp crust and fluffy centre - perfect for any curry in any meal.
TripAdvisor review sample · 3.5/5 · 80 reviews
Springleaf Prata Place receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights the crispy texture of freshly made rotis, a wide variety of Indian and Southeast Asian dishes, and good value for money, with some noting attentive service and a pleasant atmosphere. Conversely, negative reviews cite inconsistent food quality, such as watery sauces and off-tasting beverages, slow service even during non-peak hours, and poor connectivity. While many appreciate the authentic flavors and affordable pricing, others report disappointing experiences regarding efficiency and staff responsiveness. It is a suitable spot for those seeking diverse traditional options, though patrons should expect variability in service speed and consistency.
Suitable for diners seeking diverse traditional Indian flatbreads who can tolerate occasional service inconsistencies.
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WebsiteNa Oh
The joint venture between a motor group and Korean-American chef Corey Lee advocates a ‘seed to table’ concept, whereby most of the veggies served are picked every morning from the ‘smart’ farm abutting the dining room. The combination of Korean culinary traditions and cutting-edge technology is quite inspiring. The kitchen of mostly Korean natives delivers a single seasonal tasting menu of refined Korean dishes.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.4/5 · 51 reviews
Na Oh is a contemporary Korean restaurant housed in an L-1011 aircraft in Ban Bang Bamru. Most reviewers praise the creative 10-12 course tasting menus, noting good pacing and unique ambiance. Service is generally professional, though some reports highlight booking errors affecting seating and occasional staff rudeness. Criticisms also mention small portion sizes and average value for money. Located away from central Bangkok, it requires transport. While many find the experience sublime, others view it as gimmicky or inconsistent. It suits adventurous diners seeking novelty, but those prioritizing reliable service and value may prefer alternatives.
Suitable for diners seeking a unique environment and creative Korean cuisine, but verify reservations in advance.
Hoe Kee Kitchen
There is always a queue at this popular stall. Steamed chicken rice with tender meat and flavourful rice perfumed with chicken oil is the must-try. Char siew and roasted pork are also good – order a combo of either.
Long Kee Wanton Noodle
The signature wonton noodles feature flavoursome bite-size dumplings, served either in soup or tossed in sauces. The noodles are cooked to perfect consistency with a lovely chew. Sliced char siew adds depth.
Kang Le Fishball Noodles
Although the menu also offers laksa, pork balls and fish dumpling soup, the bouncy, flavoursome fishballs with noodles remain its speciality. Choose between wheat or rice noodles, served in a clear broth or tossed in sauces.
TripAdvisor review sample · 3.9/5 · 80 reviews
Located in Taipei's Da'an/Yongkang area, this street food spot is renowned for beef noodles. Food quality receives mixed feedback; while many praise the rich broth and melt-in-the-mouth beef, others note inconsistent texture, chewy noodles, or varying spice levels. Service is generally fast, with English-speaking staff, though some guests found it difficult to get attention from female employees. The ambiance is simple and bustling, with limited but adequate seating. Value perceptions vary significantly: some consider it affordable and satisfying, while others feel the portions are small relative to the cost. It suits travelers seeking authentic local flavors who do not mind queues and basic surroundings.
Suitable for travelers seeking authentic Taipei beef noodles who can tolerate queues and basic surroundings.
Traditional Hakka Lui Cha
Hakkanese Lui Cha is a soupy rice dish in which chicken, cabbage and pickles meet the nuttiness of sesame and peanuts plus a hint of herbs. Order the fish cake, stuffed tofu or fried egg toppings.
Loong Kee Yong Tau Fu
Serve yourself with the stuffed tofu or vegetables. You may also add soup, chee cheong fun, laksa, mee or rice.