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海鲜煮粥 HAI XIAN ZHU ZHOU
233 Yishun Street 21, #01-472, Singapore 760233
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 65 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 29 May 2026
Our take: 海鲜煮粥 (Hai Xian Zhu Zhou) is known for its comforting, old-school hawker fare, particularly the Koka noodles and grainy porridge.
We see consistent praise for the nostalgic, homely flavours, with the Pork Porridge often highlighted for its plentiful ingredients and tender pork components.
While some find the porridge's base flavour bland, this allows the condiments and aromatics to stand out, creating a satisfying and comforting experience.
The Koka noodles are described as springy and well-coated, with a simple yet flavourful profile.
However, we note recurring feedback regarding service issues, specifically an 'old uncle' who has been described as rude and sarcastic.
There are also mentions of stinginess with vegetables in the noodles.
Despite these operational concerns, the food itself generally receives positive remarks for its quality and ability to evoke a sense of home-cooked comfort.
We think it's a reliable option for a no-frills, nostalgic meal, but be prepared for potential wait times and a no-nonsense service style.
Best for those seeking a taste of tradition rather than a gourmet experience.
Verdict: Worth a visit if you're in Yishun and craving comforting hawker food, but manage expectations for service and be prepared for a 30-minute queue during peak times.
Signature
Pork Porridge
Best time
Before lunch rush
Wait time
30 minutes during peak hours
Score: 65 · 5 sources
What customers say
海鲜煮粥 HAI XIAN ZHU ZHOU is praised for its comforting, homely porridge and Koka noodles, with generous ingredients and satisfying portions that evoke nostalgia.
However, customers frequently experience long queues, and there are notable complaints about rude staff, particularly an old uncle taking orders, and perceived stinginess with vegetables in the noodles.
While the food is generally well-regarded for its taste and value, the waiting times and occasional poor service detract from the overall experience.
Google Reviews
Tried Yishun’s Ke Kou Mian and it really hits the spot for a comforting, old-school meal. The noodles are springy and well-coated with the sauce, simple but flavourful without being overly salty. Topp…
First time I see these vegetable normally this part of vegetable people discard only this stall I met add in the veggie waste to the noodle. Koka noodle is nice but they are a bit stingy on vegetable…
The old uncle taking order was very rude. I asked him if the queue was going to take more than 30mins then he said it would not be. I had a $5 and many coins. So while taking times to gather the coins…
Very good porridge served, not soggy as in "melt" rice. The ingredients are plentiful, and I seriously mean plentiful. Worth every single dollar for the long Q. Yes, it is long, but worth the wait. Ho…
We stumbled upon this place by chance during a Saturday lunch hour, just before the crowd rolled in. Despite my timing, there was already a queue, and I ended up waiting about 30 minutes after receivi…
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