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If you havent tried this before reading this, I am sorry guys you may be too late.
Teochew Fishball Noodles is an old school stall run by an elderly couple for more than 50 and located a stone's throw away from the famous 1* Tai Hwa bak chor mee. I have walked by long queues at the stall on a couple of occasions but only tried it recently because a friend was raving about it and well it was closing in end-March.
The noodles here are really good. QQ, springy and al dente. I also loved their fishballs which were bouncy and juicy. Those who love their lard on top of the noodles can ask for more but I don't taste the fried garlic even though we asked for more. The meat was a tad overcooked for my bowl and their seasoning is on the mild side (I prefer mine Tai Hwa heavy).
The elderly couple's son was telling some regulars in the queue that they had to close the stall and retire cos the new owners of the kopitiam raised the rent significantly. Who knows, they may just be back soon!
Was recommended about this place by a colleague that had a friend who claims this stall is better than the Michelin Tai Hwa stall nearby. For me they are very different styles and I did enjoy this bowl as a whole, but I’m still a fan for Tai Hwa.
A hearty bowl of mee pok noodles! Noodles were springy and tasty. Heard that this place is as good as the michellin star tai hwa thats just a stone throw away from here!!
Been wanting to try this for a long time and I'm so glad to finally tick it off my list! While they don't make the fishballs themselves anymore, what stood out for me was their chilli. They take it further than most, giving it that extra intense depth of flavour and a mild tinge of bitterness. I assumed they'd be heavy-handed on the black vinegar considering it's Teochew-style, but surprisingly not. Feel free to ask the nice auntie for extra vinegar (you can request it on the side too, if you prefer).
Bonus points for the springy noodles and the generous amount of ingredients in the bowl too. What's more, they offer fried garlic as a topping in addition to lard. So satisfying!
The famous old uncle fish ball noodle. A nostalgic taste of the old days.
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This fishball noodle stall has no name, simply called Teochew fishball noodle. Pretty much under the radar. Manned by an elderly couple.
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The springy noodles soaked in a deep dark brown black sambal chilli. Alittle unique in taste and perhaps slightly grainy but not overpowering in heat. See the orange fishcakes? A rare sight indeed! Quite old school flavors which scintillated my tastebuds. And it cost only $3.
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Even though this is a small HDB estate, it is like a maze... so many turns and if you take the wrong turn, you will be greeted by a deadend. Well worth it because the noodles were cooked by the smiley and friendly elderly uncle. The good vibes translated into a bowl of deliciousness.
Teochew Fishball Noodles
Blk 462 #01-29 Crawford Lane
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