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Founder Bak Kut Teh
347 Balestier Rd, Singapore 329777
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 75 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 29 May 2026
Our take: Founder Bak Kut Teh is a well-established name, known for its peppery, intense broth and walls adorned with celebrity photos.
We think it's a solid choice for those who prefer a stronger, more flavourful bak kut teh compared to some other chains.
The soup, which is refillable, consistently receives praise for its depth, though some recent feedback notes it can be on the saltier side.
While the Premium Loin Ribs ($12.80) are a popular order, some find the meat portion thin for the price.
However, the Braised Soft Pork Ribs ($9.90) are frequently highlighted as a standout, praised for their tenderness and generous chunks.
Side dishes like the in-house made prawn rolls ($8.90) and braised peanuts also get positive mentions.
We'd recommend this spot for a robust, peppery bak kut teh experience, especially if you're a fan of celebrity-endorsed eateries.
Best for those who prioritise a strong broth and don't mind the occasional inconsistency in rib meat quality.
Signature
Premium Loin Ribs ($12.80)
Price
$$ ($10-20/person)
Score: 75 · 5 sources
What customers say
Founder Bak Kut Teh is praised for its consistently strong, peppery broth with refillable soup, and a wide array of well-prepared side dishes like the braised soft pork ribs and crispy prawn rolls.
While some find the premium loin ribs disappointing due to thin meat or dry texture, the overall quality and generous portions are frequently highlighted.
The restaurant's celebrity endorsement and long-standing reputation for maintaining its signature taste are also notable.
Google Reviews
Haven’t been here in years. Came here with a friend who had cravings. Ordered the soup with premium loin ribs ($12.80), salted vegs ($3.30) and a braised soft pork ribs ($9.90). The soup was kinda sal…
Review of Founder Bak Kut Teh This is truly a celebrity-beloved Bak Kut Teh restaurant — the walls lined with countless photos of famous visitors say it all. Some of my favourite celebrities have din…
Play the spot the mandopop, cantopop, Tw, HK, Mediacorp celebrities in the photos there. Colleague highly recommended the place. With good reasons - they cooked their braised peanuts in house, not usi…
I have not been here for a number of years. The quality of BKT is still pretty good. The soup is very good, however the pork ribs is a little dry but still nice. For BKT lover, you should give it a t…
Big portion, Still the best Bak Kut Teh I eat since young. It has been 2 decade I never come back here. Nice to see the friendly cheerful founder uncle here too. 😊
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