Tian Tian Hainanese Curry Rice @ Bukit Merah

Last Monday was a public holiday and I went for a morning forest walk starting from Henderson Wave, intending to end on the other end at Alexandra Arch. Unfortunately, the forest walk was under repair and I have to turn back for an early lunch.

I took a 2 stops bus ride to Tian Tian Hainanese Curry Rice at Bukit Merah View since I am at the vicinity. This place is very popular with taxi uncle. I noticed a lot of taxi parked at the carpark behind the coffee shop and taxi uncles sipping coffee or having lunch.

Pork Chop 4/5

Unlike the norm Pork Chop served at other places, the Pork Chop here came served in a pool of gravy. Surprisingly the Pork Chop and the gravy just came together as one dish. In a way, it sort of given the Pork Chop a succulent taste.

Lor Bak 4/5

The beautiful layers of fat and meat of the Lor Bak garnished with coriander was well braised with softness. I couldn't help going for more.

Curry Squid 4/5

The Squid served in a curry gravy was not spicy. Like all traditional Hainanese dish, the taste is more inclined to the sweet side. The squid was nice and fresh but I would preferred it to be more springy.

Stewed Cabbage 4.2/5

The Stewed Cabbage is a must order dish for me whenever I have Hainanese Curry Rice. While the Pork Chop may have slightly different versions, the Stewed Cabbage has pretty similar preparation styles among the different stalls. I always enjoyed eating the sweet and soft Stewed Cabbage with my plate of rice.


Tian Tian Hainanese Curry Rice
Hong Yu (鸿裕) Coffee shop
Blk 116 Bukit Merah View
#01-253
Nearest MRT: Redhill, Tiong Bahru (EW Line)

Opening Hours:
Daily: 830am - 930pm
(Closed on Alt Tue)

Direction:
1) Alight at Redhill MRT station: Take Exit A. Walk to bus stop at Redhill MRT station (Stop ID 10209). Take bus no. 132 or 145. Alight 4 stops later. Journey time about 6 mins.

2) Alight at Tiong Bahru MRT station. Take Exit A. Walk to the bus stop opposite Tiong Bahru (Stop ID 10161). Take bus no. 16 or 851. Alight 3 stops later. Journey time about 9 mins.

Sin Chie Toke Huan Hainanese Curry Rice @ Upper Serangoon Road

Just a couple of steps from my place is a popular Hainanese Curry Rice at Upper Serangoon Road. This rustic eating house only opens at 6pm daily.

The first thing that caught my eyes was the steamed Minced Pork Patty that was shaped into a huge ball shape. The patty was nicely marinated with a springy texture.

Minced Pork Patty 4/5

The Sotong was a bit overcooked. It did not have the firm and springy texture. The sauce was also too sweet for me. I would prefer it to be on the spicy side.

Sotong 3.5/5

The Curry Chicken was not up to my mark. I find it too bland and watery. It was not spicy at all.

Curry Chicken 3.5/5

The Cabbage was soft and stewed perfectly retaining the sweetness of the Cabbage.

Stewed Cabbage 4/5

The thinnly sliced bread crumbed Pork Chop was a bit dry and tough.

Pork Chop 3/5

Overall I find this place is a bit overrated but then it is still very popular with people staying nearby. A queue can always be seen at the eating house. By the way, the congee here is pretty good.

Sin Chie Toke Huan Hainanese Curry Rice

1018 Upper Serangoon Road

Nearest MRT: Kovan (NE Line)

Opening Hours:

Daily: 6pm - 5am

Direction:

1) Alight at Kovan MRT station. Take exit B. Walk to Kovan Station bus stop (Stop ID 63031). Take bus no. 80, 81, 82, 107, 112, 113, 136 and 153. Alight 1 stop later. Cross the road and walk to destination. Journey time 3 mins.

2) Alight at Kovan MRT station. Take exit C. Walk to destination. Journey time about 6 mins.

No Name Hainanese Curry Rice @ Beo Crescent

During my previous visits to Beo Crescent Food Centre, I have always noticed the long queue outside this no name stall selling Hainanese Curry Rice in a run down coffeeshop. I finally found the time to check out the place and I was not disappointed.

There was not much varieties left when I reached the stall. The pork chops were unique, crispy and very good. Not the norm I have eaten at other Hainanese Curry Rice stall. The rest of the dishes which were commonly found at other Hainanese Curry Rice stall were nice too. Over all it was a satisfying and value for money lunch.

Rice with Curry Gravy 4.2/5

Meat Ball 4/5

Lor Bak (Braised Pork Belly) 4/5

Pork Chops 4.2/5

Fried Egg 4/5

Stewed Cabbage 4.2/5

No Name Hainanese Curry Rice
Blk 40 Beo Crescent
Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru (EW Line)

Beach Road Scissor-Cut Curry rice @ Jalan Besar

Don't ever be mistaken by this plate of ugly messy gooey rice. It maybe one of the best Hainanese curry rice you  ever eaten. Trust me, it's damn good. This is called "scissor-cut curry rice" because the dishes were cut up into bite-sized pieces with a large pair of traditional scissors.

The popular dishes were their braised pork, pork/chicken chop, curry chicken and stewed cabbage.

Hainanese Curry Rice 4.2/5

To get here, alight at Farrer Park MRT station. Take a 5 minutes walk down Kitchener Road. You will walk past City Square Mall and City Square Residences before reaching the restaurant.

Beach Road Scissor-Cut Curry Rice
美芝律剪刀剪咖喱饭
229 Jalan Besar
(corner of Kitchener Road and Jalan Besar)

Nearest MRT: Farrer Park, NE Line