Try out Good Old Traditional Nanyang Kopi and Tze Char at Tong Ah Eating House
Established in 1939, the 81-year-old Tong Ah Eating House is not only raved for their crispy Kaya toasts but also known for their traditional Nanyang kopi and a wide variety of delicious Tze Char dishes (煮炒).
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The iconic Tong Ah pre-war shophouse at the junction of Keong Saik Road and Teck Lim Road that was once where Tong Ah was located is now occupied by restaurant-bar Potato Head Folk. Tong Ah relocated to 35 Keong Saik Road in 2013, just a few doors down the same street.
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For kopi and teh lovers, you should try Tong Ah’s traditional coffee and tea. We tried their Teh-C that has just the right balance of tea and milk, with an aromatic tea fragrance as well.
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Here are some of the Tze Char dishes that we have tasted.
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One of the unique dishes they serve is the Fragrant Chicken (甘香鸡). The caramelised spicy yet sweet sauce provides an interesting contrast to the freshly fried crispy chicken. It is a flavourful dish that goes well with a bowl of steamed rice.
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The long beans with dried shrimp (长豆炒虾米) are stir-fried evenly, giving a fragrant aroma. The crispy dried shrimp and crunchy french beans are well cooked and are not too greasy.
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The omelette mixes well with the sliced onion. The onion not only enhanced the fragrance of the omelette but also made the eggs tasted pleasantly sweet. It is a nice and simple omelette dish with a home-cooked taste.
For traditional kopi and Tze Char lovers, do drop by and enjoy a nice meal with your family and friends! Check out our digital magazine for more hidden food finds in Chinatown!
Tong Ah Eating House
Address: 35 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089142
Tel: 6223 5083
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