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Bao Er Cafe
400 Balestier Rd, #02-01 Balestier Plaza, Singapore 329802
Bao Er Cafe is a budget-friendly cafe located in Novena at 400 Balestier Rd in Balestier Plaza. The spot draws regular visitors who appreciate its casual atmosphere and affordable offerings.
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STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 75 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 1 month ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 21 Jul 2026
Our take on Bao Er Cafe is that it offers a unique take on local favourites, particularly its Hokkien Mee and Kaya Toast.
The Hokkien Mee, priced between $8 and $10, consistently receives praise for its strong 'wok hei' and generous portions, often described as enough for 1.5 to 2 people.
While some find the 'wok hei' overpowering or the depth of flavour lacking, the consensus points to a satisfying, wet-style Hokkien Mee with ample ingredients like prawns, sotong, and pork belly.
The Kaya Toast, at $2.40 for four pieces, stands out for its distinct, thick, and coconut-heavy kaya, which is noted as being sweeter and different from typical commercial varieties.
We'd recommend eating the toast in-store for optimal crispness, as takeaway can lead to sogginess.
Service is frequently highlighted as pleasant and attentive, with staff going the extra mile.
While ordering is via QR code and self-collection, the overall experience is positive.
We think Bao Er Cafe is a solid choice for those seeking a different, more robust flavour profile in their Hokkien Mee and a unique, coconut-forward kaya toast.
Best for a quick, satisfying meal, especially if you can avoid the peak hour queues.
Signature
Hokkien Mee ($8-$10)
Best time
Avoid peak hours; after 1:30pm or 4pm on weekdays
Wait time
Long queue at peak hours; no queue at 4pm on Thursday
Price
$ ($8-10/person)
Score: 75 · 5 sources
What customers say
Bao Er Cafe garners positive attention for its unique, coconut-rich kaya toast and the strong 'wok hei' flavour of its Hokkien Mee, despite some finding the latter's taste strong but lacking depth.
Customers appreciate the generous portions and the pleasant, helpful service from staff, with one instance of staff chasing a customer to return forgotten toast.
However, some dishes like the prawn paste chicken wing are not recommended, and the overall texture of some meals can be mushy.
Peak hours often involve long queues.
Google Reviews
We enjoyed everything we ordered. Kaya toast - cream, rich, still slightly too sweet for me, but it paired well with my Teh C Kosong. Hokkien mee - wet and saucy, just the way we like it. Overloaded…
Service v nice! Best part. They chased me to tell me I haven’t collected my toast yet. Very nice of them to run out of the store and call me when I was downstairs about to leave the mall. Like what A…
Super tasty hokkien mee. Prawns sweet, pork lard crispy with right amount of gravy. One of the most balanced yuan yang c siu dai I’ve tried so far. Grateful for such a satisfying meal~ Eyeing the over…
One of the rare Hokkien mee stalls that truly delivers on wok hei, that intoxicating, charred aroma. The portion is generous, loaded with fatty pork belly, plump prawns, tender squid, and an abundance…
Finally visited Bao Er Cafe for breakfast and it lived up to the hype. The kaya butter toast set was a highlight with thick toast, generous kaya and butter, and perfectly runny eggs that made every bi…
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