What to Eat at Balestier Singapore

Introduction:

The journey began in the 1950s when our grandpa, Mr. Loy Nie In, left his hometown in Hainan Island, in pursuit of a better life in Singapore. With the culinary skills picked up earnestly during his time working in a ship’s kitchen, grandpa started a porridge stall to make ends meet.

Shortly after, their grandma, Mdm Qua Tee joined him in Singapore. Out of her dedication and foresight, she suggested they sell chicken rice. Together, they worked to formulate the unique recipe for our Hainanese Chicken Rice. In 1953, they opened their first permanent stall at Raymond Market and launched the Loy Kee Best Chicken Rice. Soon, word of their delicious fare spread far and wide and this marks the beginning of a popular local dish that is well-loved by Singaporeans till today.

Menu Items:

• Loy Kee Deluxe Couple Set 2-3pax (Price $41)
• Loy Kee Deluxe Family Set 4-5pax (Price $69.70)
• Loy Kee Deluxe Family Set 4-5pax (Price $66.30)
• Loy Kee Jumbo Family Set7-8pax (Price $121.35)

Location: 342 Balestier Rd, Singapore 329774

Contact: +65 6252 2318

Website: Website Link Here

Introduction:

Bee Kia Seafood Restaurant is where they spent most of their time. Located just opposite Thomson Medical Centre, this coffee shop has been around for as long as them can remember.

A cursory look at Bee Kia’s Instagram geotag suggests that almost every diner here orders their beef hor fun. And their Beef Hor Fun ($6) is really good. Filled with the earthy saltiness of fermented black beans, its sticky sauce is densely flavourful and came with a slightly sweet finish.

The beef slices, while generous, lacked chewiness and were so smooth I couldn’t identify the grain of the meat at all. It was also lacking the taste of red meat. In fact, the beef tasted more like pork, which was slightly off-putting for me. The hor fun could also have done with more wok hei.

They smelled the pungent prawn paste of their Prawn Paste Chicken ($8) before we saw it arrive. Unlike most other zi char places that use either mid-wings or drumlets, the chicken parts here seem completely random; they got two wings, some chicken breast, and the top part of a drumstick. There’s just something more satisfying about eating random fried chicken parts, and that’s a real big plus for me.

An even bigger plus was the intense crispiness of the fried chicken. Twice-fried, the chicken was also dusted with breadcrumbs, which helped make the crunch very satisfying.

Menu Items:

• Beef Hor Fun (Price $6)
• Prawn Paste Chicken (Price $8)
• Prawn Roll (Price $8)

Location: 1 Thomson Rd, #01-326 within Sin Mee Eating House, Singapore 300001

Contact: +65 6254 8490

Website: Website Link Here

Introduction:

The ultimate foodie is the worst decision-maker. Pigsfly has a way of limiting the decision making time to what they believe are the best of the hardest choices to make. Burgers, Pizzas, Thai & Indian. How can one food lover expect to be limited to only one at one time? The struggle is real, fellow foodie. They”ve got your back.

Pigsfly is a casual dining venue where people come together for the love of food and beer. They serve a variety of cuisines including Gourmet Burgers, Pizzas, Seafood, Northern Indian and traditional Thai favourites and a bar full of 50+ artisanal beer.

Menu Items:

• Garlic Beef (Price $12)
• Thai Basil Beef (Price $12)
• Green Curry Beef (Price $12)
• Red Curry Beef (Price $12)
• Dry Curry Beef (Price $12)
• Garlic Pork (Price $10.8)
• Thai Basil Pork (Price $10.8)
• Green Curry Pork (Price $10.8)
• Red Curry Pork (Price $10.8)
• Sweet & Sour Pork (Price $10)

Location: 19 East Coast Road, Singapore 428746

Contact: +65 6348 2283

Website: Website Link Here

Introduction:

First started with their Butchery in February 2018. They opened CAVEMEN Coffee & Kitchen’s door in April 2018. Furthermore, they reopened as CAVEMEN Restaurant & Bar in January 2019. After that, they extended CAVEMEN Restaurant & Bar outdoor in August 2019. February 2022, CAVEMEN Weekend Brunch is only available on Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Menu Items:

Delivery:

• USDA Prime Ribeye Dry-Aged 45 Days (Price $0.30/g)
• Tiramisu Rum (Price $53.50)
• JOSE – Spiced Tuna Paté 75g (Price $6.90)
• Three Wisemen Bundle of 5 High ABV Cocktails (120ml each) (Price $85.60)
• Seramisu Small (12cm x 12cm; approx. 240g) (Price $21.40)

Dine-in:

• Steak Cuts Beef, Lamb & Pork 400g or less (Price $15)
• Grilled Surume Ika (Price $35)
• Spanish Mackerel (Price $26)
• Crisp Chicken Soft Bone (Price $28)
• Grilled Spanish Octopus (Price $32)

Location: 1 Jalan Dusun, #01-08, Singapore 329363

Contact: +65 6250 1168

Website: Website Link Here

Introduction:

What happens when you combine the diversity of Italian flavours, with the heartiness of Singapore home cooking? Your next meal at Francesca’s.

They serve tasty, unpretentious and affordable Italian food anyone can enjoy.

True to Italian cuisine, they insist on preparing every meal with the freshest ingredients. We then add a touch of local home cooking charm to transform classic Italian dishes into something that’s new and exciting to you.

Visit us and see why it’s a hot favourite for gourmets looking to fill their stomach and their soul.

Menu Items:

• SOUP OF THE DAY – MUSHROOM SOUP
• Cheesy Potato Croquette POTATO STICK
• CALAMARI
• MEATBALLS
• TRUFFLE WINGS
• PRAWN AGLIO OLIO
• Roasted Chicken Piadini

*Please kindly contact them for more pricing information.

Location: 520 Balestier Rd, #01-07, Singapore 329853

Contact: +65 8666 3535

Website: Website Link Here

Introduction:

A character loosely based on the Young & Dangerous (古惑仔) Hong Kong film series. He is a rich and powerful businessman, and well respected by the Hong Kong triads. Always welcoming & forever hospitable, Mr. Jiang invites you to feast in his world blurred by the black and white rules of society.

Yes, they do love being a little dramatic….. 🙂

Choose to dine in their street level joint, where the decor mimics a traditional 1980s Cha Chann Teng. Marble furniture fills the room with dim lighting and cheesy LEDs on the walls. #classicvibes

OR

Experience Hong Kong street vibes in their basement settings. Loose old school foldable tables with retro chairs strewn across the floor. Old movie posters line the entire length of the walls with dim pendant lights. #retrovibes

So drop by or give them a call to make a reservation. They are absolutely sure you will love their food and their company. And if you listen hard enough, you might just hear their chef in the kitchen going “kam tin ngo…..” (Beyond 海阔天空) 🙂

Menu Items:

• Crispy Skin Roast Pork Noodles (Dry) (Price $6)
• Hong Kong Style Prawn Wonton Noodle (Soup/Dry) (Price $6.50)
• Crispy Skin Roast Pork Rice (Price $6)
• Curry Beef Brisket Rice (Price $7.80)
• Honey Glazed Kurobuta Char Siew (Price $10.80)
• Wok Fried French Beans with Dried Shrimps (Price $12.80)
• King Prawn Wontons in Chilli Oil (Price $14.80)
• Chilled Gui Hua Goji Jelly (Price $4.80)

Location: 456 Balestier Rd, #01-04 next to SPC gas station, Singapore 329832

Contact: +65 6518 4728

Website: Website Link Here

Introduction:

The Frosted Chick specialises in customised cakes, dessert tables, cupcakes, macarons, cake pops, cookies and other artisanal desserts. From gender reveal parties, baby showers, birthdays, 21st birthdays, wedding cakes, anniversaries and longevity cakes, to product launches, corporate parties.

Why The Frosted Chick? Our humble origins began when in 2014, Vanessa and Aaron, both new parents then, were desperately attempting to bake a cake for their firstborn Aden. Amidst all the chaos, Aden had calmly crawled unoticed into the kitchen and got some frosting on his favourite soft toy chick. Breaking out in laughter, Vanessa and Aaron realised how fleeting these priceless moments can be, especially in their busy lives in Singapore.

Since then, Vanessa, Aaron and their creative team of bakers have been on a quest to make celebrations easier- everywhere. Their philosophy is captured in our promise: Delivering happiness, to you. Underpinning this is their large variety of customisable desserts and a commitment to quality service, to see through your event from start to finish, without a hitch.

As bakers they believe in using only the finest of ingredients, and it all starts from sustainable local sources, before finding the best from the rest in the world. Each of their products are prepared by qualified kitchen professionals, before their experienced decorators transform them into visually beautiful designs. As party designers, they have the wares to provide for your party, from a humble cake stand, to a unique over-the-top set up. Most importantly, being the parents of two children, they understand that a successful event means more than a beautiful cake or dessert table set up. From baking to delivery, they will hande all aspects of the order in-house so that you don’t have to worry, and can actually spend your precious time with the people who actually matter.

From the littlest of bites to their grandest dessert tables, they hope that you and your loved ones will be able to savour those joyous moments together, and let them, deliver happiness to you.

Menu Items:

• “I want CANDY!” Drip Cake (Price $165)
• Aladdin Princess Jasmine Cake (Price $90)
• Box of 12 Cupcakes (Assorted) (Price $36)
• Floral Cupcake Bouquet (Price $45)
• Birthday Mini Cupcakes (Price $60)
• Baby Shower Dessert Gift Box (Price $16)
• Box of 16 Macarons (Assorted) (Price $30)

Location: 194 Kim Keat Ave, #01-414, Singapore 310194

Contact: Call: +65 6250 3613, Whatsapp: +65 9176 4560

Website: Website Link Here