15 Authentic Teochew Restaurants in Singapore

Since the 1930s, Cheng Hoo Thian Teochew Restaurant has been serving delicious Teochew cuisine. They even have an original menu from that era on display! This heritage restaurant serves exclusive recipes like the Shark Meat Aspic, which comes in a platter with the jellied pork trotters. Other crowd winners include the Fragrant Liver Flower Roll, Oyster Omelette, Braised Beancurd With Crab Stew and Braised Goose.

Address: Whampoa W, #01-27 Blk34, Singapore 330034
Opening Hours: 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM daily

Now managed by the third generation, Ah Orh Seafood Restaurant is one of the oldest Teochew restaurants in Singapore, with a history dating back to 1919 as a pushcart along the former Ellenborough Market. Keeping things traditional, Ah Orh continues to offer traditional fare using decades-old recipes and many come for their Teochew Cold Crabs, Oyster Omelette and Teochew Braised Duck.

Address: 115 Jalan Bukit Merah, #01-1627, Singapore 160115
Opening Hours: 11 AM–2 PM, 5:30–9 PM Tues to Sun. Closed on Mon

Established in 1969, Huat Kee started out as a humble street stall before it was a tze char outlet, moving to a couple of different locations before settling in at its current location. The family-run restaurant stays true to its roots and features classics prepared using authentic Teochew cooking methods. Their menu boasts classic recipes like Teochew-style Liver Roll and Jellied Pork Trotters, along with specialties such as the Fish Maw with Free Range Chicken Soup.

Address: #02-01 RELC Building, 30 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258352
Opening Hours: 11 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM Mon to Sat, 10:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10 PM Sun

Serving delicious classics that epitomise Teochew cuisine since 2011, Chui Huay Lim is the stage for Teochew cooking at its finest: from uncomplicated lunches of “muay” (Teochew-style porridge) to exquisite seafood feasts. Delight in classics like deep-fried Ngoh Hiang and Braised Goose for lunch, or indulge in an elevated take on cold crab with the Chilled Roe Crab in Chinese Wine. And end off your meal on a sweet note with the Yam Paste with Hashima!

Address: 190 Keng Lee Rd, #01-02 Chui Huay Lim Club, Singapore 308409
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–11 PM daily

With several outlets in Singapore, Swatow Seafood is well-known among aficionados of Teochew cuisine. Some of their chefs even hail from Swatow itself, so it doesn’t get much more authentic than that. Here, expect well-executed classics like the quintessential Teochew Cold Crab, where each bite comes with fresh and sweet crab meat accompanied by creamy crab roe. Be sure to also get a serving of the famous Teochew Braised Duck Meat here! Tender duck meat is soaked in a mouthwatering sauce that keeps one coming back for more. 

Address: Multiple outlets

Looking for an elevated take on Teochew cuisine? Look no further than the one-Michelin-starred Imperial Treasure. A must-try from the menu is the classic Steamed Coral Trout Fish. Steamed the Teochew way with salted vegetables and tomatoes, this cooking method brings out the freshness of the fish. Other standouts include the Double-Boiled Sea Whelk Soup with Superior Fish Maw, Steamed Crab with Chinese Wine & Egg White and Chilled Australian Lobster

Address: Multiple outlets

Founded by the late Ng Bak Liang, a Teochew immigrant from China, Liang Kee Teochew has a history that dates back to 1974 at the former Ellenborough Market. Today, it serves up a mix of traditional and contemporary dishes in a cosy, family-friendly setting located at Macpherson Road. Signatures include Liang Kee Double-Shell Cold Crab, Teochew-style Steamed Pomfret, Teochew Braised Duck, Salted Egg Trio Seafood, Claypot Sea Cucumber with Fish Maw and many more.

Address: 556 MacPherson Rd, Singapore 368231
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM–2:15 PM, 5:30–10 PM Wed to Mon. Closed on Tues

Touted to have the best Teochew dishes in the east, Chin Lee Restaurant is now helmed by its second-generation owner. A must-try here includes the Oyster Omelette that comes with plump oysters, or the Teochew Kway Teow where flat rice noodles are stir-fried till mildly charred with garlic, chye poh and kai lan. The Roasted Suckling Pig comes highly recommended if you’re here with a big group! And don’t forget to save some space for their famous Orh Nee with Gingko Nuts.

Address: 115 Bedok North Rd, #01-285, Singapore 460115
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 6–10:30 PM Mon to Fri, 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM Sat & Sun

Embracing the roots of Teochew cuisine with an emphasis on natural flavours, light seasonings and fresh ingredients, Paradise Teochew features a menu of over a hundred Teochew-style signatures. Beloved dishes such as the Chilled Yellow Roe Crab, Braised Shark’s Fin in Casserole, and Stewed Duck with Yam in Casserole will leave diners spoilt for choice. 

Address: Multiple outlets

Starting out as a humble food stall at the Botanic Gardens, Di Wei Teochew Restaurant has grown to have its own restaurant space in Seletar Aerospace Park. The restaurant embodies the authenticity of Teochew cuisine, serving up delicious dishes with delicate flavours. Stars on the menu include Teochew Cold Crab, Pork Rib Yam Ring, Teochew Fried Rice Noodles with Preserved Radish, and Yam Paste with Gingko Nuts or Pumpkin.

Address: 1 The Oval, Singapore 797859
Opening Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5:30–10 pm daily

East Ocean has been serving up classic Teochew cuisine since 1992, with the aim of preserving Teochew heritage through its recipes. The restaurant also upgrades its menu regularly, so you’ll often find something new to try. Among the must-haves are the Roasted Pork Belly and Teochew Cold Crab. The sweet tastiness is brought out by the experienced chefs with merely a pinch of salt, some pepper, ginger and sauce to accentuate the natural flavours perfectly!

Address: 391 Orchard Rd, #05-08/09, Singapore 238872
Opening Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm, 6–9 pm Mon to Thurs, 11:30 am–3 pm, 6–9:30 pm Fri, 10 am–3 pm, 6–9:30 pm Sat, 10 am–3 pm, 6–9 pm Sun

One of the newer Teochew restaurants on this list, Lee Kwang Kee has developed a loyal following since its opening in 2014. For an introduction to Teochew-style braised dishes, go for the Combination 4-in-1 Set, which features Shrimp Jujubes, Frozen Pig’s Feet and more. Other must-try dishes include the specialty Jing Tai Lan Fish Head Steamboat – a visually impressive dish served in an intricately painted and enamelled copper steamboat, brimming with tender fish slices, enoki mushrooms and vegetables.

Address: Multiple outlets

Housed within a two-storey heritage building located in the historic Far East Square precinct, Zui Yu Xuan Teochew Cuisine presents refined, authentic Teochew fare in an elegant oriental space. Enjoy signatures such as Deep-Fried Liver Rolls to Wok-Fried Kway Teow with Diced Kai Lan and Preserved Radish, Teochew Oyster Omelette’ and Teochew Puning Fermented Bean Chicken. Meticulously and skilfully prepared using only the freshest ingredients, each dish pays homage to the finer points of Teochew cuisine.

Address: 130/131 Amoy St, Far East Square, Singapore 049959
Opening Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5:30–11 pm daily

This traditional Teochew restaurant started out as a humble tze char stall in Geylang Serai village in the 1950s. Now housed in Serangoon Shopping Centre where it’s been since the 70s, stepping into the restaurant feels like you’re stepping back in time. For starters, dig into some Jellied Pork that is complemented with apple slices and a tangy chilli sauce. Move onto mains such as the Fried Kway Teow with Chai Po, Braised Duck and Oyster Omelette. Finally, eound up your meal with a serving of their Yam Paste!

Address: 756 Upper Serangoon Rd, #01-15/16, Singapore 534626
Opening Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5:30–10 pm daily

The Teochew Kitchenette may have only been around for the last five years, but they’ve quickly gained popularity amongst patrons who flock here for its authentic Teochew fish soup. Consisting of generous slices of batang fish, the Teochew-style soup also comes chock full of other ingredients such as shrimp, squid, minced pork and more. Other menu highlights here include Assorted Braised Pork Belly, Fried Prawn Rolls and Sesame Chicken.

Address: 7 Tanjong Pagar Plz, #02-102, Singapore 081007
Opening Hours: 11 am–4 pm, 5–8:30 pm Mon to Sat. Closed on Sun