Crispy Carrot Cake

★ 4.5(46)on Googlequeenstown

49 Tanglin Halt Rd, Singapore 142049

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)Closed

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence

A+Must try

Score: 92 / 100

Atmosphere85

Food quality95

Value for money90

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Crispy Carrot Cake offers a taste of old-school Singapore, with many reviewers highlighting the nostalgic feel of both the food and the coffeeshop setting.

The white carrot cake, fried by an elderly couple, consistently receives praise for its crispy texture, generous portion size, and distinct dried shrimp flavour.

The accompanying chili is also frequently mentioned as a highlight.

At $3 a plate, it's considered good value, especially given the portion.

We note that the price has seen a recent increase from $2, but this hasn't deterred regulars.

For the crispiest experience, we'd recommend visiting early in the morning when the carrot cake is freshly fried in large batches.

It's a reliable spot for a classic hawker dish.

Verdict: A must-try for fans of traditional carrot cake, especially if you appreciate a generous portion and a touch of nostalgia.

Signature

white carrot cake

Best time

early morning

Price

$3/plate

Score: 92 · 5 sources

What customers say

Crispy Carrot Cake is highly praised for its authentic, old-school flavor, generous portions, and crispy texture, often highlighted by the distinct dried shrimp taste and excellent chili.

Customers appreciate the nostalgic atmosphere of the rustic coffeeshop and the friendly elderly couple who run the stall.

While the price has increased slightly, the value remains strong.

Old-school, nostalgic flavorCrispy texture and generous portionsExcellent chili and dried shrimp flavorFriendly elderly couple and rustic coffeeshop ambiance

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Google Reviews

★★★★★OB1· 3 months ago

Hands down one of the best white carrot cakes in town! I actually stumbled upon this stall while visiting for the nasi bryani next door, and I’m so glad I did. The elderly couple running it are lovely…

★★★★★kong koh· 2 months ago

A hidden gem ran by a elderly couple located in a delightfully rustic cofeeshop. Feels like stepping back in time to the 80s 😘 where life is less hurried and easy going... Carrot cake is delicious in…

★★★★★YKC· 5 months ago

Old man and old women team only. Open stall early to cook Hugh batch of carrot cake in large pan. Come early and you get to have it crispy and hot. Tabao home afternoon high tea self refried also sti…

★★★★★Darrick Leow· 6 months ago

Old school carrot cake in a small, humble HDB coffee shop with three stalls. $3 for a good sized portion, fried golden and crispy. Uncle fries a mega batch from the main pan, and this is then transfe…

★★★★★Hs Lim· 4 months ago

The stall is in a rustic old school coffeeshop which is a rare sight in Singapore now. The carrot cake only cost $3 with lots of egg and very big portion. This chilli is very good also. The stall is r…

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