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Surprised to find this on the menu. They're quite proud of their Hong Kong heritage so the food's slightly different. Unfortunately it's one of the worst ee fu I've eaten, especially the mouthfeel.

Back again for the curry fish head! Never get tired of it, and also to try other dishes. Got the salted egg pork ribs and a different veggie dish this time, $60 altogether for 5pax! So glad the pricing has remained somewhat consistent over the past two years 🥹

A rare zichar stall that sells both types of Hokkien mee. Also two types of chilli lol. As you can tell from the wetness it's typical of zichar dishes. So-so lor.

Finally the clean-tasting 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗽 was revitalising.

The 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗯𝗮𝗴𝗲 and 𝗙𝘂 𝗥𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗴𝗴 were solid additions to the meal.

Those who prefer rice can opt for the 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗴𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗲. The glorious golden gravy enhanced the flavours of the tender chicken.

Equally sublime was the 𝗗𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 干河, which packed a stronger smokey aroma that was seductively scrumptious.

The 𝗛𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘃𝘆 滑蛋河 is a must order. The wok hei-infused flat rice noodles swimming in a viscous, eggy gravy were exceptional.

Nestled in an unassuming coffee shop in the heartlands, Hong Li Fried King whips up homely zi char dishes that are hearty and comforting.

Bottom left: curry fish head @ $28
Top left: sambal petai @ @ $12
Top right: yam ring @ $20
Bottom right: minced meat tofu @ $14

Back here again because of the curry fish head. It's really good and the gravy can be taken on its own without being too heavy or spicy. The other dishes are great too.

Busy on the evening of public holiday, luckily we made reservation for 6pm and it was already quite crowded when we reached. Had to wait abt 30-40mins for the food but worth it!

Sweet Yam with Gingko Nuts & Pumpkin (single serving - $4)
- really thick, smooth and creamy yam paste with Gingko Nuts & Pumpkin. it's quite warm after serving but it's quite sweet.

Stir Fry Chai Poh Kway Teow (S Size - $12) (pic 9)
- I felt that the noodles got really strong unique salty and wok taste tbh.