Best Of Singapore Hawkers & Casual Dining: Mee Goreng

Best Of Singapore Hawkers & Casual Dining: Mee Goreng

Mee Goreng

Nothing was sponsored, we visited as regular paying customers. Photos in this post were taken between 2000 and 2025 (across 25 years!), as such, the quality of photos varies drastically due to advances in camera technology. Mobile smartphones were in their infancy and had yet to become widespread.

Also Known As:
Mee Goreng, Mie Goreng, Fried Noodles, Mamak Mee Goreng

Average Price Per Serving:
SGD $5 - $12

List in alphabetical order - click the links to jump to entry

1. Abdul Latiff Food Stall
2. Al Mubin Restaurant
3. Al-Jilani Restaurant
4. Alsalam Restaurant
5. Chindamani Indian Restaurant
6. Deen Muslim Food
7. Hass Bawa
8. Ibrahim Mee Stall
9. Mr Teh Tarik Eating House
10. N.M. Abdul Rahim
11. New Rezki Restaurant
12. Rizqia Muslim Food
13. Srisun Express Restaurant
14. Thohirah Restaurant
15. Zhou 粥
~~ABC Nasi Kandar Restaurant~~
~~Anna's 108 Cafe~~
~~Dju Dju Indonesian Nasi Padang~~
~~Makanan Bollywood Restaurant~~
~~Noor Jannah's Kitchen~~
~~Subhaini Family Restaurant~~

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Description:
The Mee Goreng is a Singaporean Indian Malay dish that consists of yellow egg noodles stir-fried furiously with assorted ingredients including vegetables and sometimes meat, usually topped with a fried egg. Also known as Mie Goreng, Fried Noodles, or Mamak Mee Goreng, the Mee Goreng dish is usually priced around SGD $4 to $8 per serving. It's a popular dish commonly eaten for lunch, dinner, or supper.

The base of Mee Goreng consists of yellow egg noodles, stir-fried with salt, kicap manis / dark sweet soy sauce, water, garlic, and edible red food colouring, such as tomato ketchup, chili paste, beetroot paste, or a combination thereof. This gives it a distinct red colour hue that sets it apart from versions in other countries. Vegetables commonly stir-fried in Mee Goreng may include some combination of the following; bean sprouts, cabbage, red chili, green chili, chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, red onions, spring onions, potatoes, and shallots.

The protein garnishing for Mee Goreng may include some combination of the following; tofu bean curd, diced beef or minced beef, diced mutton or minced mutton, chicken eggs, fish cake, deshelled prawns / shrimp, squid, and fried chicken pieces. Completed with a fried egg on the top, and fresh cucumber slices glazed with tomato ketchup on the side. A Mee Goreng will have tender chewy crisp juicy soft textures with smoky grainy meaty savoury salty vegetal sweet eggy spice flavours.

A Mee Goreng is best eaten quickly, when served hot and fresh. A versatile dish that can be made with other types of noodles, including bee hoon / rice vermicelli noodles, kway teow / wide flat rice noodles, or instant noodles, the dish name is then changed accordingly as well. Being budget-friendly and quick to prepare, Mee Goreng reflects the rich culinary heritage of Southeast Asia, and is a nostalgic favourite for many.

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1. Abdul Latiff Food Stall
@ Airline House, 25 Airline Road #B1-18
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 8am – 3pm, Closed Sat & Sun

Taken in 2015

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $5) @ Abdul Latiff Food Stall.

So this stall is only accessible to air transport personnel and invited business partners. For 2 decades or more, this pakcik often sells out after lunch.

He fries each order individually, so there's usually a queue waiting patiently.

The soft chewy yellow noodles carry a smoky savoury salty spice flavour, contrasted by crisp bean sprouts and juicy cucumbers, both lending a vegetal sweet flavour. Bits of wispy whisked chicken egg lend a slight eggy sweet savoury note.

You can opt to add several ingredients, which most do - from springy fish cake, tender boiled potatoes, soft overeasy chicken egg, to crispy battered chicken cutlet.

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2. Al Mubin Restaurant
@ 212 Hougang Street 21 #01-343
Opening Hours: Daily 24 Hours

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $8) @ Al Mubin Restaurant.

Established in January 2021, this fast casual, family-friendly restaurant boasts an extensive menu.

Their rendition has soft chewy noodles, crunchy cabbage, crisp chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, wispy chicken egg, and tender beef slices, with a vibrant red hue, carrying bold smoky grainy meaty savoury salty spice vegetal eggy sweet flavour.

Completed with a thick cucumber slice with vegetal sweet flavour, and a dollop of tomato ketchup for vegetal sweet contrast.

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3. Al-Jilani Restaurant
@ 127 Bencoolen Street
Opening Hours: Daily 24 Hours

Taken in 2011

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $9.60) @ Al-Jilani Restaurant.

Since August 2004, this street side fast casual 24-hour eatery has been a go-to in town, from when I used to work nearby.

Their rendition is among the more aesthetically pleasing, thanks to the perfectly fried chicken egg shaped by a round mould, with eggy sweet savoury flavour.

The dish itself is delicious, the soft chewy yellow noodles, crisp bean sprouts, wispy chicken egg, and tender beef slices, all in a vibrant orange hue, with bold smoky grainy eggy vegetal sweet savoury salty meaty spice flavour.

Bits of chili give it a good fiery kick.

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4. Alsalam Restaurant
@ 457 Changi Road
Opening Hours: Daily 24 Hours

Taken in 2012

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $7.80) @ Alsalam Restaurant.

Established since January 2007, this chain of casual eateries is among the more ubiquitous, making it a reliable and convenient option.

Their rendition veers towards the Mamak style common in Malaysia, with the use of light soy sauce and dark soy sauce, omitting tomato ketchup, resulting in a more natural brown hue.

The soft chewy noodles glisten in the light, and together with wispy chicken egg, tender beef slices, crunchy cabbage, and crisp chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, this carries smoky grainy savoury salty sweet eggy meaty flavour.

The default is non-spicy, though you can certainly opt for a spicy version if you wish.

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5. Chindamani Indian Restaurant
@ 151A Serangoon North Avenue 1 #01-81
Opening Hours: Daily 6am – 9pm

Taken in 2019

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $9.70) @ Chindamani Indian Restaurant.

Founded in November 2016 by Ramesh Devar, this fast casual eatery is known for generous portions and good quality of dishes.

Case-in-point, their rendition features the most ingredients, comprising soft chewy yellow noodles, chunky tender beef cubes, springy fish cake, crisp chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, tender red onions, and crunchy cabbage.

Has lovely smoky meaty savoury salty spice grainy eggy vegetal sweet flavour.

Topped with a large cucumber with vegetal sweet flavour, and a soft fried chicken egg with eggy sweet savoury flavour.

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6. Deen Muslim Food
@ 80 Marine Parade Central #01-770
Opening Hours: Daily 6am – 11pm

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $8) @ Deen Muslim Food.

Established sometime before December 2017, this homely fast-casual eatery has had peaks and troughs over the years, but was a convenient place to drop in on a weekend.

Their rendition has a vibrant red hue, with a runny fried egg on top, good eggy sweet flavour.

The yellow noodles are tossed with bean sprouts, chicken egg, chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, and beef slices. Has tender chewy soft crisp textures, with smoky grainy sweet salty eggy savoury meaty vegetal spice flavour.

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7. Hass Bawa
@ 84 Marine Parade Central Market And Food Centre, 84 Marine Parade Central #01-39
Opening Hours: Sat - Thu 11am – 8:30pm, Closed Fri

Taken in 2010

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $6) @ Hass Bawa.

Established since 1978 by Abdul Latiff Mohammed Kassim, this legendary stall serves what many consider to be the best rendition of its kind.

Slightly greasy, full on smoky aroma, this features yellow noodles tossed with cabbage, bean sprouts, green chili, diced potato, mutton cubes, chicken egg, and a side of cucumber glazed with tomato ketchup.

Has combined chewy tender soft crisp textures, with bold smoky meaty vegetal grainy salty savoury sweet spice flavour. The heat lingers on the palate, and the dish is balanced enough to make you crave more.

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8. Ibrahim Mee Stall
@ Adam Road Food Centre, 2 Adam Road #01-04
Opening Hours: Tue - Sun 10am – 2am, Closed Mon

Taken in 2011

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $7) @ Ibrahim Mee Stall.

Established since 1995, this famed stall is now run by 3rd-generation owner Syed Ibrahim.

Their rendition has chewy soft yellow noodles, crisp bean sprouts, wispy chicken egg, soft red onions, crunchy cabbage, and tender diced mutton. Carries smoky grainy sweet salty meaty savoury vegetal spice flavour.

Completed with crunchy cucumber with vegetal sweet flavour, and a nice fried chicken egg with runny yolk and eggy savoury sweet flavour.

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9. Mr Teh Tarik Eating House
@ 456 Jurong West Street 41 #01-750
Opening Hours: Daily 7am – 10pm

Taken in 2010

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $8) @ Mr Teh Tarik Eating House.

Established since May 2004 by Karry Mock, this fast-casual chain has grown to over 20 outlets across Singapore.

Their rendition is usually consistent across stalls, with yellow noodles tossed with bean sprouts, chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, beef cubes, chicken egg, fish cake, and red chili.

Has soft chewy tender crisp textures, with robust smoky grainy salty meaty savoury vegetal sweet spice flavour.

Completed with a fried egg and sliced cucumbers. Their version veers towards 'wet' in style.

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10. N.M. Abdul Rahim
@ Ayer Rajah Food Centre, 503 West Coast Drive #01-60
Opening Hours: Daily 10:30am – 11:50pm

Taken in 2015

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $9.70) @ N.M. Abdul Rahim.

Founded in April 1990 by namesake Abdul Rahim S/O Nathersa, this stall is acclaimed for serving among the best renditions in Singapore.

The bright red hue of the yellow noodles, bean sprouts, red onions, peas, beef slices, chicken egg, potato cubes, cabbage, and green chili, has a greasy slick look.

The aroma is enticing, with soft chewy tender juicy textures, and big smoky grainy salty meaty savoury vegetal earthy sweet starchy spice flavour.

Completed with juicy sliced cucumbers that lend a vegetal sweet note.

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11. New Rezki Restaurant
@ 203 Bedok North Street 1 #01-469
Opening Hours: Daily 24 Hours

Taken in 2015

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $7.80) @ New Rezki Restaurant.

Established in September 2008, this place was recommended by a colleague-influencer when our office was nearby, and I've been returning since then.

Their rendition has a mild orange visual, with soft yellow noodles tossed with crunchy cabbage, tender beef slices, wispy chicken egg, and crisp green chili. Topped with juicy cucumber slices and a wobbly fried sunny-side-up egg.

Has lovely smoky grainy salty meaty savoury eggy sweet spice flavour, a straightforward rendition.

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12. Rizqia Muslim Food
@ Buangkok Hawker Centre, 70 Compassvale Bow #02-K03
Opening Hours: Thu - Tue 10:30am – 9:30pm, Closed Wed

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $10) @ Rizqia Muslim Food.

Opened in January 2024 by Sahul Hameed Asan Gani, this stall quickly gained a following for their delicious renditions.

Not overly greasy, the vibrant red hue entices, with the yellow noodles tossed with bean sprouts, cabbage, beef slices, chicken egg, and red chili, topped with a fried egg.

It has good wok hei / breath of the wok, nicely chewy tender soft crunchy in texture, with robust smoky grainy salty meaty savoury vegetal eggy sweet spice flavour. Slight kick of heat.

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13. Srisun Express Restaurant
@ 56 Serangoon Garden Way
Opening Hours: Daily 24 Hours

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $8.50) @ Srisun Express Restaurant.

Established in January 2016 by Jayanthi Elangovan, this fast-casual eatery chain offers a diverse and wide-ranging menu.

Their version veers towards the 'wet' style, with chewy soft yellow noodles tossed with wispy chicken egg, crunchy bell peppers / capsicum, crisp bean sprouts, tender red onions, and chewy beef slices.

Has smoky grainy eggy sweet meaty salty savoury vegetal bitter flavour, yum. Topped with a fried egg with eggy savoury sweet flavour.

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14. Thohirah Restaurant
@ 258 Jalan Kayu
Opening Hours: Daily 24 Hours

Taken in 2011

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $9) @ Thohirah Restaurant.

Established in November 2005, this well-known fast-casual restaurant is a late night supper place.

Their rendition veers towards the 'dry' style, non-greasy, with yellow noodles tossed with bean sprouts, chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, chicken egg, potato cubes, beef slices, and red chili. Topped with a fried egg and cucumbers.

Has nice chewy soft tender crisp textures, with smoky grainy sweet salty meaty savoury vegetal spice eggy flavour.

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15. Zhou 粥
@ Serangoon Garden Market & Food Centre, 49A Serangoon Gardens Way #01-10
Opening Hours: Wed - Mon 9am – 4pm, Closed Tue

Taken in 2012

Taken in 2025

Taken in 2025

Mee Goreng (SGD $6.50) @ Zhou 粥.

This stall has been serving for well over 2+ decades, and is beloved by regulars.

Their rendition is a seafood version, with yellow noodles tossed with bean sprouts, chye sim / Chinese flowering cabbage, squid, prawns / shrimp, chicken egg, and a splash of lime juice.

Carries juicy springy crisp soft chewy textures, and smoky vegetal sweet eggy grainy savoury sour zesty tangy flavour. Completed with sambal belachan on the side.