The "Ma Bo Lor Mee" stall has a few laminated news articles stuck to the front of it but after trying the classic $2.50 version, I didn't think it was all that rave-worthy. Don't get me wrong, the taste is decent and it's very affordable so I can understand the attraction, Plus customers get to freely plonk on all the raw garlic, chili sambal and black vinegar they want.
What I feel makes this place stand out though is they also offer "lor mee" with the kind of toppings that you know is soooooo bad for you, yet resistance is futile. We're talking deep-fried fish and chicken chop that's super crunchy yet pretty grease-free, the batter shattering once your teeth meets it. Between the two, we preferred the fish because of its thinner coating of batter. Which meant my decision to get an extra $2 serving of it was a good one. For 8 pieces, that's really worth it.
"Ma Bo Lor Mee" can be found at #01-76 inside the Blk 216 Bedok North Hawker Centre.