Big Fish, Small Price

If you’re in the Bugis area and craving hearty Teochew fish soup, this spot is perfect for you! The soup is not only delicious but also comes in generous portions, with each bowl priced at just $5.50. It’s no surprise they expanded this year, taking over the neighboring shop space! Now, they offer a spacious dining area with plenty of natural light, making it even more comfortable to enjoy your fish soup.

Two key elements make this fish soup special. First, they carefully select extra-large Spanish Mackerel (Batang), air-flown from Ujung Pandang, renowned for its high-quality fish. The thick slices of mackerel are cooked without prior brining or marinating, resulting in a tender yet meaty bite. It is quite different from the usual sliced of fish found at the fish soup stall which are either brined or have corn flour added to produce a smooth texture. The owners insist that they want to do it the way Mum used to cook it at home.

Secondly, the soup itself is simple and comforting, much like something grandma would make at home. It’s prepared with a stock made from pork and chicken bones, enhanced by fried sole fish for an extra umami kick. The result is a hearty, wholesome, and undeniably healthy bowl of soup! 4.5/5

Fish Roe and Other Add-ons

They also offer Red Grouper as well as other add-ons such as fish maw and fish roe which are not easily found at your typical fish soup stall. I felt that the fish maw needed to be cooked a little longer to soften it, but the fish roe is very fresh! Betw...