When it comes to bak kut teh (BKT), it doesn’t matter if you’re #TeamTeochew for the clear peppery broth, or a #TeamMalaysian fan of the herbal soup. This local dish is a staple in Singapore’s food scene, and it should stay that way even during this trying time. We’ve made a list of bak kut teh delivery services from well-known BKT restaurants and hawker stalls, for you to warm yourself up on rainy evenings.
1. Founder Bak Kut Teh
Run by its second-generation owner, Founder Bak Kut Teh has over 40 years of history. A bowl of the Premium Ribs ($11.80+) comes with two long prime ribs steeping in their signature peppery broth. For a less commonly found BKT variant, try their Mixed Organ Soup ($8.80+) which comes with a mix of pig’s liver, stomach, and other intestines.
From 10am to 9pm every day, the eatery offers free islandwide delivery for orders above $30. Put in your orders a day in advance to secure delivery slots.
Call or WhatsApp 8896 5136 to order.
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
2. Legendary Bak Kut Teh
For its delicious BKT soup, Legendary Bak Kut Teh uses a traditional home recipe that’s been passed down through generations. The standalone eatery has a smaller, but much more focused menu, using only fresh Indonesian pork in its dishes. The Combo Set ($9.50+) comes with a mix of BKT ribs and tender pork meat.
From 9am to 11pm every day, the eatery offers free islandwide delivery for orders above $60. Put in your orders at least two to three hours in advance to secure a same-day delivery slot.
Call or WhatsApp 9455 9629/9645 0125 to order.
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
3. Joo Siah Bak Koot Teh
The dishes at Joo Siah Bak Koot Teh are very affordable compared to most BKT stalls. Their Prime Ribs Bak Kut Teh ($8.50) has a strong peppery broth and fall-off-the-bone tender meat. Try their Pig Trotters ($5.50) which comes with a fragrant lor bak gravy.
Order via their online portal for islandwide delivery. Minimum orders, as well as delivery fees, are calculated based on your location. For free delivery to destinations in the West, simply call in or email with a minimum order of $15.
WhatsApp 9111 8129 or email JooSiah.BKT@gmail.com to order.
Joo Siah Bak Koot Teh order form
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
4. Song Fa
Any lover of BKT is sure to recognise Song Fa. The well-known restaurant serves Teochew-style peppery broth that has been passed down for over 50 years. Their classic Pork Ribs ($8.15/$10.50) and Braised Pig’s Trotter ($8.15) used to be the only two items on the menu for a long time. Now, they have more customer-favourites on the menu, including the fatty Braised Pork Belly ($8.90).
Islandwide delivery is available for a minimum order of $30. Put in an order of at least $50 to enjoy free delivery. Place your lunch orders before 10am and dinner orders before 3pm daily.
WhatsApp 9383 6049 to order.
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
5. Hong Ji Bak Kut Teh
Hong Ji Bak Kut Teh serves a selection of Malaysian-style Claypot Bak Kut Teh priced affordably from $5.70. Their Claypot Braised Meat is equally as affordable at $4.70, and lovers of pig’s innards can try the Claypot Braised Fen Chang ($5.70), which features offal cooked in a dark braising sauce. For something a bit more filling, try the Claypot Pig’s Kidney Mee Sua ($4.70).
They offer free islandwide delivery for orders above $50. Otherwise, a delivery fee ranging from $6 to $9.75 applies, with a minimum order of $20.
Hong Ji Bak Kut Teh order form
6. Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh
With over six outlets across Singapore, Ng Ah Sio is another recognisable name amongst BKT fans. The famous eatery’s roots date back to 1955, when its founder first sold Teochew-style bak kut teh out of a pushcart. You can get the well-known Superior Spare Ribs Soup ($9.80) a la carte, or their Signature Bak Kut Teh Set For 2 at $39.90.
They offer islandwide delivery via their online platform. Minimum orders and delivery fees are calculated based on your location.
7. Rong Cheng Bak Kut Teh
Rong Cheng is yet another familiar name in our lineup. This 44-year-old eatery is one of the few BKT shops in Singapore still sticking to the traditional way of serving BKT with Chinese tea. As the first BKT stall to introduce Sliced Belly Meat Soup ($10.60), the eatery prides itself on using only natural pork. For a full meal, try their Udon with Pork Rib Soup Set Meal ($10.80) which comes with a side dish and a drink.
They deliver islandwide via GrabFood, and to limited regions via Foodpanda and Deliveroo.
8. Outram Park Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh
Many of its regulars will attest to the quality of food at Outram Park Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh. It’s peppery, Teochew-style broth has a natural sweetness infused by the pork, and they use this as a base for many of their dishes. Besides the classic Pork Ribs Soup ($8.20+), you can find the same soup in their Mee Sua ($3+), and even the Fresh Sliced Fish Soup ($9.20+).
Islandwide delivery is available, and the minimum order, as well as delivery fees, will vary based on your location.
WhatsApp 9224 8988 to order.
Outram Park Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh order form
9. Old Street Bak Kut Teh
This popular BKT franchise has 18 stores in Singapore, and a total of 23 all over the world. They pride themselves in using quality white pepper for their broth, to give it a smooth, subtle spiciness instead of a punchy sharpness. Their original Dry Bak Kut Teh (from $7) comes with chopped ladies fingers, drenched in a chilli padi-filled gravy. For something filling, try the Mee Sua Soup w/ Pork Ribs ($8) which combines the two comforting dishes.
Place your orders via their online platform from 11am to 2:30pm and 5pm to 9pm on weekdays, and anytime between 11am and 9pm on weekends. Islandwide delivery is available, but a minimum order of $50 applies.
Old Street Bak Kut Teh order form
10. Balestier Bak Kut Teh
Balestier Bak Kut Teh has over 50 years of history and is currently run by its third generation. Open for 24 hours every day, the stall is a popular supper spot in the area. Besides their Classic Bak Kut Teh Soup ($7), they also serve the Golden Oinks ($19.80), which is a pot of mixed BKT that can feed up to three people. They’ve partnered up with the zi char and mala stalls in the same coffeeshop, and are taking delivery orders across the different stalls.
For destinations within 2km of their stall, delivery is free with a minimum order of $10. Free islandwide delivery is available for orders above $60, otherwise, a $5 to $10 delivery fee applies.
WhatsApp 9766 7136 to order.
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
11. Kota Zheng Zong Bak Kut Teh
For those who are unfamiliar with Kota Zheng Zong, the family-run BKT business branched out from JB and opened outlets in Holland Village and Serangoon Gardens late last year. The most popular dish is their Herbal Claypot Bak Kut Teh (from $11.90+) which uses a mix of 18 herbs and different parts of the pork to achieve a complex flavour profile. If you’re feeling fancy, try their Spanish Iberico in Herbal Soup (from $15.90+).
From 12pm to 9pm every day, they deliver islandwide with a minimum order of $30 and a delivery fee of $8 to $12. They are offering a 10% discount for advanced orders that are made at least a day earlier and exceed $60.
WhatsApp 8539 1127 to order.
Kota Zheng Zhong Bak Kut Teh order form
12. Old World Bak Kut Teh
The prices at Old World Bak Kut Teh are more affordable than most, with a bowl of their Pork Ribs Soup priced at $6, and Braised Pork Trotters at only $5. They also serve a unique fried porridge dish which is stir-fried in a large wok together with shrimp and fried shallots. The Mixed Pork Fried Porridge is only $5, or if you’re feeling adventurous, try their Mixed Pig’s Organ Fried Mee Sua ($4.50).
They deliver islandwide for a flat delivery fee of $10. For orders exceeding $50, the delivery fee is $5, and delivery is free for orders exceeding $100.
WhatsApp 9388 5288 to order.
Check out their Facebook page for more information.
13. Mister Wu x Pek Sin Choon
Dim sum specialist Mister Wu has partnered up with Pek Sin Choon to offer Malaysian-style, herbal BKT sets for delivery. Their Bak Kut Teh Family Set ($59.90) is a feast for a group of four, and includes dishes such as herbal BKT, braised pork belly, sweet and sour fish fillets, garlic-fried vegetables, tang yuan for dessert, as well as a pot of tea.
They deliver islandwide for a standard delivery fee of $3, and do not require a minimum order. For free delivery, place an order that exceeds $60.
14. Tuan Yuan Bak Kut Teh
Tuan Yuan Bak Kut Teh is a family-run establishment opened by the same owner behind Outram Park Ya Hua Bak Kut Teh. The restaurant has a more extensive menu than its sister eatery, with items such as Braised Pork Knuckle ($10+) and Tuan Yuan Braised Pork Rice ($4+). Their classic Tuan Yuan Pork Ribs Soup is also slightly more affordable at $8+.
They deliver islandwide for a flat delivery fee of $10, and require a minimum order of $50. To enjoy free delivery, put in an order that exceeds $100.
Tuan Yuan Bak Kut Teh order form
15. Jia Bin Bak Kut Teh
Jia Bin Bak Kut Teh sells Klang-style BKT which is the herbal variant of Malaysia. The Jia Bin Bak Kut Teh (from $8.80) uses over 10 different herbs and spices to develop its deep, herbal broth. Their Dry Bak Kut Teh (from $8.80) is stir-fried in dark soy sauce with whole chillies, and comes with a mix of various pork parts.
Islandwide delivery is available with a minimum order of $58, and a flat delivery fee of $5. Alternatively, you can place smaller orders via delivery platforms such as Foodpanda and Deliveroo.
Call or WhatsApp 9140 8228 to order.
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