Wild Olives (Pasir Ris Central Hawker)

Pork meatballs aren’t the norm and that’s exactly why I love these. A welcome change from the usual beef options, they’re perfect for non-beef eaters or anyone looking to switch things up. Handmade and packed with flavour, they’re juicy, slightly garlicky and have little bits of carrot for added texture.

The marinara’s got that tangy, homemade vibe with chunks of onion and tomato. Great for sharing, especially if you want something a little different from their usual grilled fare 》$7.20

Despite its name, this catfish felt more seared than traditionally grilled. The catfish had a nice crisp on the outside while staying tender and flaky inside. The dill sauce brought a tangy, creamy flavour that paired well but there just wasn’t enough of it. By the second half, things started to dry out a bit. More sauce would’ve made a big difference.

The mushroom rice was as fragrant as ever and the herb potatoes had that perfect crispy-soft combo. Overall, a good meal but next time, I’m definitely doubling up on the sauce 》$7.90

Wild Olives is one of those hawker gems that delivers restaurant quality flavours at wallet-friendly prices. The grilled chicken is tender, with a beautifully charred exterior that locks in its juiciness. The teriyaki glaze adds a sweet yet balanced richness, making every bite deeply satisfying.

Every main comes with two sides and my go-to picks are always the mushroom rice with caramelised onions and grilled herb potatoes. The rice is full of flavour and so fragrant, while the potatoes are crispy on the outside and buttery soft inside. If those aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other options like mashed potatoes, fries, coleslaw, veggies or garden salad.

To round out the meal, a comforting bowl of soup is available for just $1. Just a heads-up: the dinner queue is no joke. Expect to wait at least an hour. For a meal this satisfying, it’s a commitment worth making 》$7.20

Everytime I came by I would see a long snaking queue for this store. Finally, on a Sunday noon when I thought the line wasn't as long, I decided to take the plunge and join the queue.

Lots of different options, all at very affordable prices. We decided on the signatures - the Grilled Chicken Chop and the Grilled Pork Chop. Topped up for the Soup of the day as well. All in all, the food was well-worth all the good reviews and the long lines. Definitely value-for-money and restaurant-quality, and dare I say this could even compete with the likes of Astons. The meats were juicy, tender, and well-charred; the side dishes and soup were all top notch. To be honest, I would eat this every week if not for the queues.

Wild Olives is clearly no stranger to the East hawker scene, serving affordable Western fare. I had the 𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐃 𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐊 𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐏 ($𝟕.𝟐𝟎) with mushroom rice and grilled herb potatoes🥔👌🏼 In my humble opinion, this is the best main+sides combi.

Went to Wild Olives a few weeks back and ordered their Grilled Chicken with Homemade Coleslaw and Mushroom Rice ($7.20)😇

Overall ratings 8/10! Thought the chicken was pretty good on its own but the sauce was quite overpowering. Mushroom Rice was also not to my liking, maybe because of too much caramalised onions😅 Waited an hour on a weekday evening to queue, might head back again to try other items instead😁