Another dish worth a mention is the Mixed Platter. It features their unique Mingzhu Roll, homemade prawn rolls and you tiao. Sinful deep-fried goodness in a plate.

I recommend coming in the afternoon for lunch as it gets quite crowded at night. Very crowded. But very satisfying.

124 Bukit Merah Lane 1,
#01-136,
Singapore 150124

I had been to this Zi Char place a couple of times and felt that this place is really worth a mention.

One of the signature dishes is the moonlight Hor Fun. Stir in the egg yolk to have a silky smooth hor fun filled with Wok Hei. Arguably one of the best hor fun in Singapore. I will always order this dish when I am here.

124 Bukit Merah Lane 1,
#01-136,
Singapore 150124

Feeling lucky? New Lucky Claypot Rice insists on cooking using the traditional method over the charcoal fire, which is probably why you are going to need to wait for this. But is it worth it?

Trust me on this one. You will have no regrets.

The Claypot Rice comes with a generous amount of rice, large chunks of tender and well-marinated chicken, lupcheong, liver sausages and salted fish. Adjust the dark sauce and oil to your liking and pair it with the chili provided. The smokey flavour is superb.

One word. Shiok.

And oh yeah, the Uncle said it’s closed on Wednesday I think.

44 Holland Dr,
#02-19,
Holland Drive Market & Food Center,
270044

Loving the minimalist vibes in this cafe. It makes you want to put away your phone and start a conversation. I went for the White and my friend went for the chocolate with orange notes. Both are not bad but as a coffee enthusiast, I definitely prefer the coffee with milk.

It’s a nice place to chill and slow down. You are pretty much here just for the beverages and the seating space is quite limited. On the bright side, if you are here for a conversation and manage to find seats, it’s a great place.

161 Lavender St,
#01-12,
Singapore 338750

This is the kind of meat that can make a vegan salivate and ignite the carnivore in you. This is not your usual roast meat. This one is definitely different and left an impression on me.

The Char Siew is tender and not overly sweet while the Roast Duck is decent and not tough and dry. I can talk about the Sio Bak all day. It’s that good. The fatty Sio Bak with crispy skin literally melts in your mouth. Some might find it too fatty but I love my meat fatty.

Paired with the rich and savoury sauce and chili, it really brings out the flavour of the meat. Delicious.

153 Tyrwhitt Rd, Singapore 207566

This is one of my favourite supper spots that serves decent Indian Muslim food. If you are bored of the fast food (Mac Donald) near Bukit Batok Mrt, give Mufiz a try which is just beside it. The second floor is air-conditioned and the food is affordable and comes in generous portions (enough to feed 2 hungry boys).

I personally love their Coin Prata Set that comes with 6 Coin Prata, Curry and the Chicken which is surprisingly tender. The Coin Prata is crispy on the outside but still chewy enough, which gives it a really nice texture to pair it with the flavourful curry. Pair your meal with a Ice Teh Tarik and you have a sinful and satisfying supper.

If you like to avoid the crowd, go during lunch time because the place is 24 hours and the crowd comes after 9pm. A great place to gather and eat in groups.

Mufiz Food Centre
632 Bukit Batok Central
Singapore 650633

I grew up eating this Ngoh Hiang Bee Hoon and I think people living in Choa Chu Kang have most likely heard of this underrated Ngoh Hiang stall located in this popular 24-hour coffee shop so I feel it’s worth a mention.

In the morning, the stall sells Economic Bee Hoon. In the afternoon, they are converted to Ngoh Hiang Bee Hoon. They have a wide variety of Liao to choose from. The Ngoh Hiang, Tau Kwa and Prawn Crackers are a must order. The Ngoh Hiang is tasty while the Tau Kwa is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The Prawn Cracker is light and crispy too. Paired with the humble Fried Bee Hoon and the sweet and sour chili dip, it is the ultimate sinful choice for supper.

For $12.50, it is more than enough to satisfy your supper needs and your craving for deep fried food. Best shared among loved ones.

37 Choa Chu Kang Loop, Singapore 689675

This comforting bowl of Bak Chor Mee is solid. It is very well-balanced and the umami will rock your tastebuds.

I went with Mee Pok as usual. The noodles are springy, chewy and on point when mixed with the chili sauce and the tangy vinegar. This simple yet complex bowl is definitely heavy in flavour.

There are minced meat, meat balls, braised mushrooms and I particularly liked the liver. The liver which has a nice texture is well-cooked but the gamey taste is not for everyone. The bowl of soup at the side also helps to cleanse the palate. Overall, the taste is awesome and it is one of my all-time favourite Bak Chor Mee stall.

You know it’s probably good stuff when you spot a queue at Hi Leskmi Nasi Lemak.

I always believe that the major elements that make a good Nasi Lemak are the Sambal Chili and Rice. The sambal is on the sweet side and the taste is on point while the rice is lacking the coconut aroma. For the Chicken Drumstick, it is crispy and well marinated but on the dry side. The Otah here is tender and flatter compared to other Otahs out there.

Overall, I have to say this plate is above average but not spectacular(like the one in Adam Road).

Whampoa Makan Place #01-24, 90 Whampoa Dr, Singapore 320090

Tze Char for routine family dinner. This is one of my favourite Tze Char places. The medley of dishes deserves your attention.

You can tell from the photo that I absolutely LOVE Yam Rings and this one does not disappoint . ($18)

The Curry Fish Head is rich in flavour and the gravy is the perfect accompaniment for the rice. ($25)

Strong in flavour, the Cuttlefish Kang Kong makes me want to eat my greens. ($18)

The highlight of my meal was definitely the Har Cheong Gai. It was crispy and well marinated yet not too salty. Yummy! ($15)

I have heard a lot about this Hokkien Mee so when I was in Toa Payoh, I was like, damn I must at least give this a try. When the simmering Hokkien Mee that was served in a claypot came to my table, it certainly caught my undivided attention.

This has got to be one of the most instagrammable Hokkien Mee out there. But does the taste live up to its appearance? Kim Keat Hokkien Mee is definitely on the wet side. Soupy and generous in portion, it comes with prawns, squids, clams, pork lard and sio bak. However, it was lacking the most important element. Wok Hei was almost non-existent but luckily, the chili make up for it to give it a extra boost in flavour. Not my favourite but better than average.

I typically shun away Orh Nee with coconut cream as I don’t find it authentic enough. The Sweet Yam Paste with Gingko Nuts here is authentic. However, I still cannot find another Orh Nee that can top my Grandma’s version.