Song Kee Fishball Noodles along Upper Serangoon Road is very popular and always packed with patrons — we tell you why
When my family and I first stumbled upon Song Kee Fishball Noodles along Upper Serangoon Road, a few streets away from Nex shopping mall, we didn’t expect it to be that good.
The stall was crowded and had a queue. When Singaporeans queue, you know it’s usually for something good.
Song Kee Fishball Noodles is rather different from typical fare as it is a bit of a twist on the classic Bak Chor Mee (minced pork noodles).
Taste It to Believe It
The noodles at Song Kee are presented simply (but look tasty already), and may not appear much different from ordinary fishball noodles in any other coffee shop.
However, Song Kee Fishball Noodles is popular with foodies for the noodles and the hur giao (fish dumplings), which replaces the more commonly-served minced meat.
The noodles are tossed with lard, shallot oil and belacan chilli, making them full of flavour, slightly alkaline and with a “Q” (chewy or al dente) texture — perfect with the little bit of vinegar mixed in.
The fragrance of the shallot oil and belacan certainly leaves an impression and whets the appetite.
The flavours of the noodles and its ingredients were truly yummy. Fishball noodles from other stalls can sometimes taste quite bland.
With a small bowl priced at $4, Song Kee is pretty affordable.
No Official Opening Hours
The eatery starts its operations between 6.30pm and 7.30pm and remains open until the wee hours, making it a good place to drop by to settle those late night cravings.
Remember: Be prepared to wait around 45 minutes for a seat and the food. It is indeed long, yet I keep going back for more.
By Samantha Phey
Song Kee Fishball Noodles, 532 Upper Serangoon Road, evening until midnight, except Wednesday & Sunday.
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