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Ipoh River Fish Tai Pai Tong

4.0(166)on Googlejurong west

3 Soon Lee St, #01-08 Pioneer Junction, Singapore 627607

Ipoh River Fish Tai Pai Tong serves Chinese seafood in Jurong West at Pioneer Junction. Diners appreciate the fresh fish dishes and traditional preparations at this establishment on Soon Lee Street.

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Thursday)11:30 AM – 10:15 PM

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STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
C+Worth a visit

Score: 65 / 100

Atmosphere70
Queue wait30
Food quality75
Value for money80

Based on 5 data points · Updated 1 month ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 21 Jul 2026

Our take on Ipoh River Fish Tai Pai Tong suggests a mixed experience, with some diners praising the food and others criticising the service and wait times.

The Patin fish, a freshwater catfish, is frequently highlighted for its freshness and tender meat, with one reviewer noting a half-sized portion costing over $200 due to its weight.

Other dishes like chili prawns, salted egg fried bee hoon, and sweet and sour pork ribs generally receive positive feedback, though the 'stir-fried qing long vegetables' might be more accurately described as 'stir-fried tau geh' due to its composition.

Service appears inconsistent, with some reporting good experiences and others facing long waits and difficulty getting staff attention.

The ambiance, with its 60s decor and Mandarin oldies, is a consistent plus.

We think it's best to visit during off-peak hours, such as early dinner around 5pm, to potentially avoid the reported 30-60 minute food wait times.

The pricing is generally considered reasonable, with a meal for four costing around $60, though the river fish can significantly increase the bill.

Verdict: Worth a visit for the fresh Patin fish and nostalgic ambiance, but be prepared for potentially long waits and inconsistent service, especially during busy periods.

Signature

Patin fish

Best time

Early dinner around 5pm

Wait time

Expect 30-60 minutes during peak hours

Price

$$ ($15-30/person)

Score: 65 · 5 sources

What customers say

Ipoh River Fish Tai Pai Tong receives mixed but generally positive feedback, with customers appreciating the fresh Patin fish, reasonable pricing, and nostalgic 60s-themed ambiance with Mandarin oldies.

While dishes like chili prawns, salted egg fried bee hoon, and herbal chicken are often praised, some find the food not authentically Ipoh style.

A recurring issue is the inconsistent service and long waiting times for food, especially during peak hours, which can lead to significant customer frustration despite the good food quality.

Fresh Patin fishNostalgic ambiance and musicReasonable pricing/value for moneyInconsistent service and long waiting timesVaried food quality (some dishes excellent, others not authentic Ipoh)
60% positive20% neutral20% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★Purpluricious· 2 months ago

Food here is superb although service can be better. Wanted to add 1 fully cooked sunny side up but was told this is not possible because the chef is very busy ❓😂 hence was told "you can only add wh…

★★★★★Michelle Tok· a month ago

Atmosphere is nice. Have the old school vibe. Loved the wash basin and the bamboo sticks hanging overhead. We tried their recommended dishes (1) vinegar pig trotters where I quickly discovered has mor…

★★★★★Mu Lan Hua· 9 months ago

The food is really not Ipoh style, the food is above average but not like I want to come back again. The service is below average, only one lady working, we do enjoy the atmosphere and we like the son…

★★★★★xian chan· 2 years ago

Went there for early Mother’s Day lunch. Is a simple restaurant, spacious and quiet. The river fish recommended by the server is very nice . Service is great and the food pricing is reasonable. It cos…

★★★★Julian Lim· 2 years ago

Interesting concept, the place has an aircon section and you can also sit in the coffeeshop next door. Service is average and waiting time is 30 to 45 min. Went on a Sunday before 630pm but got the fo…

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