Sin Heng Claypot Bak Koot Teh

Had a weekend dinner at Sin Heng Claypot Bak Kut Teh (BKT), located along the bustling streets of Joo Chiat. The restaurant is quite famous and popular among locals in the area. I have dined here several times already, and the food quality and quantity have always been consistently excellent. Here are my top 3 must-order dishes at Sin Heng Claypot BKT. Firstly and most definitely is the Claypot BKT, their soup is the herbal variation, with a rich and fragrant flavor that is not too overpowering. The soup is refillable, and the pork ribs are always cooked to perfection, offering the right texture and chewiness. The portion size is generous for the price. They also offer variations with pork innards and tail, and a mix dry version. Next is the Cereal Chicken, the portion is generous, with many chicken pieces fried to an even, crispy coating of cereal. The cereal chicken pairs extremely well with the hot, soupy Claypot BKT. Last but not least is the Cai Po (Preserved Radish) Egg. This dish features a thick and fluffy omelette paired with crunchy cai po. It serves as a perfect complementary side to the previous two dishes, making for a hearty meal combination. Beyond the food, the staff at Sin Heng Claypot BKT are friendly and very efficient. From queuing to ordering, getting condiments, serving, and payment, everything was hassle-free. I believe the restaurant has deep heritage and dates way back, with a display booth at the front showcasing their history, which is very interesting, which you can check it out while queueing.

The star of the show is, without doubt, the eponymous Bak Kut Teh. Served in a traditional clay pot, the broth is a complex symphony of flavors - a powerful peppery punch balanced by the subtle sweetness of pork bones and a medley of herbs and spices. The pork ribs themselves are a testament to the kitchen's skill, falling off the bone with the gentlest prod of a chopstick, yet retaining a satisfying bite. Start your day with the classic pork rib Bak Kut Teh. The clay pot also keeps the soup piping hot throughout the meal, allowing the flavors to intensify as you eat.

I can’t say if this is the best but trust me this place is so good now I totally understand the Bak Koot Teh. The place is clean, the air circulation is good on a typical humid weather of Singapore.