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Encik Tan

2.4(36)on Google$pioneer

1 Joo Koon Cir, #02-39/30/31, Singapore 629117

Dine-inWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)9:30 AM – 8:30 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
CRoom to grow

Score: 40 / 100

Atmosphere60
Food quality30
Value for money40

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Encik Tan at Pioneer appears to be a mixed bag, with a clear divide in customer experience.

We note consistent complaints about the Chicken Cutlet Set, with multiple reports of small, dry portions and overcooked eggs.

The $6.50 Laksa, however, receives more positive feedback for its rich, thick broth, though some find the ingredients and noodle portions small, making it feel more like a snack than a full meal.

We also observed a significant complaint regarding staff attitude, which impacted one customer's overall experience negatively.

We think this outlet is best for those specifically seeking the Laksa, particularly on a weekend, given the positive comments on its taste and value in an air-conditioned setting.

We'd advise against the Chicken Cutlet Set based on the recurring feedback about portion size and quality.

Be prepared for potentially inconsistent service.

Signature

Laksa

Best time

Weekend lunch

Price

Below $10/person

Score: 40 · 5 sources

What customers say

Encik Tan at Pioneer receives mixed reviews, with a significant number of customers expressing disappointment over small portion sizes and dry, overcooked ingredients, particularly for the Chicken Cutlet Set.

While the Laksa is generally praised for its rich broth and value, some find its ingredients sparse.

A notable negative point is the poor staff attitude reported by one customer, contrasting with otherwise acceptable service mentions.

small portion sizesdry/overcooked ingredients (chicken, egg)Laksa broth qualitystaff attitudevalue for money (Laksa)
20% positive20% neutral60% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★Faith See· 7 months ago

This is genuinely the saddest portion of Chicken Cutlet Set I’ve ever seen at any Encik Tan outlet. The chicken cutlet itself is tiny and very dry, almost like it was re-fried. The sad amount of curr…

★★★★★Wye YO· 7 months ago

This is a nice spot to enjoy Laksa over the weekend. Although they don’t serve cockles, the Laksa gravy is still very delicious. At $6.50 for the Laksa plus a drink, it’s a great deal for an air-condi…

★★★★Nope Thanks· 8 months ago

Pleasantly surprised by the Laksa which has a rich thick broth that is no too spicy. Only qualms are the ingredients in that broth which are small in portion, including the noodles. Overall, it's mor…

★★★★Metis365· 3 months ago

"very BAD staff attitude!!..I visited the restaurant for some wonton mee, placed my order, and paid. There was a staff member there—a Malay woman in her 30s—who was speaking quite loudly into a hands-…

★★★★Justin Koh· 7 months ago

The smallest portion I've ever seen at Encik Tan. I typically love getting a good chicken cutlet rice at Encik Tan, but this outlet was incredibly stingy! The piece of cutlet was ½-⅓ the size I was ex…

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