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Balestier Bak Kut Teh
365 &, 369 Balestier Rd, Singapore 329785
Balestier Bak Kut Teh serves Chinese cuisine in Novena at 365 & 369 Balestier Road. The mid-range spot has drawn over 1,200 reviews from visitors sampling its offerings.
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STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 75 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 2 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 19 Oct 2026
Our take: Balestier Bak Kut Teh offers a wallet-friendly Bak Kut Teh experience in a nostalgic shophouse setting.
Reviewers consistently praise the tender pork ribs and the peppery, comforting soup, with the Classic Bak Kut Teh priced at $7.
Service is noted for its speed and attentiveness, with staff frequently offering soup top-ups.
While the Bak Kut Teh is a highlight, some side dishes like the youtiao might be skippable, and one reviewer noted the soup wasn't always served piping hot.
Beyond BKT, the fish slice bee hoon and prawn paste chicken are surprisingly well-received, though some find the prices for certain zi char dishes a bit steep for the portion.
We think it's a reliable spot for a quick, affordable meal, especially if you're in the Novena area and craving a traditional Bak Kut Teh.
Best for a casual lunch, particularly on a hot day given the air-conditioned space.
Signature
Classic Bak Kut Teh
Best time
Lunch on a hot day
Price
$$ ($7-15/person)
Score: 75 · 5 sources
What customers say
Balestier Bak Kut Teh is generally well-regarded for its wallet-friendly prices, quick service, and nostalgic shophouse ambiance.
Customers frequently praise the tender pork ribs and the attentive staff who offer frequent soup refills.
While the Bak Kut Teh itself is often described as comforting, some find the soup not hot enough or the taste unremarkable compared to competitors, and a few side dishes are considered overpriced for their portion.
Google Reviews
Wallet friendly Bak Kut Tea meal - class Bak Kut $7, rice $0.80, you tiao $1.50, salted vege $2, beancurd stick $2, Chinese tea $1.50, root beer $2. Service charge only at 5%+9%GST. Staff are very fri…
Food served very fast, once ordered couldn’t make any changes anymore. Server uncle has a unique temperament, just like the old time. Besides BKT, fish slice bee hoon is surprisingly good too. Nice de…
Was at the main unit for lunch on a Tuesday. Atmosphere was normal for a eatery. Truly fascinated/awed by the quality of the dishes ordered: braised intestines was very soft,ribs were generously large…
Soft, tender pork ribs in a peppery, comforting soup. There’s a good variety of side dishes to choose from — we ordered youtiao and peanuts, both served in generous portions. The shop has a nostalgic,…
I work around this area for more than a year, always walk past but never try before until recently. It was a little packed on CNY2, probably due to the closure of many nearby restaurants. But luckily…
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