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Bugis Xin Yuan Ji Fish Soup @121 Hougang

★ 3.8(400)on Googlehougang

121 Hougang Ave 1, #01-1340, Singapore 530121

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryWheelchair accessible

9447 8955

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence

C+Worth a visit

Score: 68 / 100

Atmosphere55

Queue wait65

Food quality75

Value for money60

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 30 May 2026

Our take: Bugis Xin Yuan Ji Fish Soup at Hougang offers a generally flavourful experience, with several reviewers noting the quality of the fish and soup.

The Fried Fish Head Noodle Soup, priced around $9+, is a standout, with thick, generously portioned fish slices.

We'd recommend asking for the fried fish to be served separately to maintain its crispness, as it can become doughy when soaked in the soup.

While the fish soup receives consistent praise, the wanton noodles ($5.30) and dumplings are less impressive, with some finding the wanton portion small and the dumplings lacking in seasoning or having an alkaline taste.

The non-air-conditioned setting can get warm, especially during the day.

Overall, it's a solid choice for fish soup, but be prepared for potential crowds during dinner.

Best for a quick, satisfying fish soup fix rather than a full-service dining experience.

Signature

Fried Fish Head Noodle Soup

Best time

Avoid dinner time

Wait time

Usually crowded during dinner time

Price

$$ ($8.50 - $12+)

Score: 68 · 5 sources

What customers say

Bugis Xin Yuan Ji Fish Soup @121 Hougang generally receives positive feedback for its flavorful fish soup and well-fried fish, with some customers noting the Hougang outlet's soup is superior to the Bugis branch.

While fish portions are often generous, some find the prices high, especially for add-ons like yam.

Negative points include doughy fried fish when soaked, unappealing dumplings, and small portions for other dishes like wanton noodles, which can also lead to thirst post-meal.

The non-air-conditioned environment can be warm, but service is often praised.

Flavorful fish soupGenerous fish portionsHigh pricing for add-onsVariable quality of non-fish items (dumplings, wanton noodles)Warm, non-air-conditioned environment

60% positive20% neutral20% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Lyla (ZL)· 5 months ago

The soup is better than the one I had at Bugis outlet. and the whole grain noodle is springy and aromatic, quite good in taste & texture. Should have requested to separate the Fried Fish with the sou…

★★★★★Cheng· 9 months ago

Well fried fish head. Flavourful soup. Price is on the high side though. Fish head costs $9+, additional yam costs $3!

★★★★★FRan· 2 years ago

Ordered fish head noodle. Instead got generously more fish meat $8.50. Slices very thick and big. Taste was good. Surprisingly the stall also sell coffee, tea and wanton noodles as well.

★★★★★Princess Mania· 9 months ago

Usually crowded during dinner time. Tried the wantan noodle without chilli $5.30. Portion looks like for kiddos. Noodles were thin & springy, without the alkaline taste which was what I like. Charsie…

★★★★★J “Nobita” O· 2 years ago

The food tasted authentically flavourful. The service was also very good and the counter staff also asked me whether i am a senior citizen as there is a $0.50 promotional price. 🤣 I have to wait 5 mo…

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