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Jin Biao Coffee Shop - Economic Rice

3.8(303)on Google$coffeetoa payoh

136 Potong Pasir Ave 3, Singapore 350136

Jin Biao Coffee Shop in Toa Payoh serves hawker-style economic rice at budget-friendly prices. Located at 136 Potong Pasir Ave 3, it draws regular customers who appreciate its affordable meal combinations.

Dine-inTakeoutWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Thursday)6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
BSolid

Score: 75 / 100

Queue wait50
Food quality70
Value for money85

Based on 5 data points · Updated 2 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 21 Jul 2026

Our take: Jin Biao Coffee Shop in Toa Payoh is a well-regarded hawker spot, particularly for its economic rice, which many customers praise for its variety, warmth, and value.

While the coffee shop hosts multiple stalls, the economic rice consistently receives positive mentions for being 'solid' and 'affordable'.

Another standout is the fish soup, with one reviewer highlighting the $5.50 fish slice option as a must-try.

The fried carrot cake, both black and white, also comes recommended for its taste and soft texture.

However, some items like the Mee Siam are noted as potentially too sweet, and the gado gado might have a strong curry flavour that isn't for everyone.

The relocation of Uncle Yap's bak chor mee stall to this location has also drawn crowds, so be prepared for potential queues if that's your target.

We think this is a reliable option for a budget-friendly, varied hawker meal, especially if you're in the area.

Best for a quick, satisfying meal without breaking the bank, but be prepared for a wait if you're after the popular bak chor mee.

Signature

economic rice

Wait time

expect queues for Uncle Yap's bak chor mee

Price

Below $10/person

Score: 75 · 5 sources

What customers say

Jin Biao Coffee Shop is praised for its wide variety of affordable hawker food, particularly the economic rice and fish soup, which offer great value for money.

Customers also highlight the tasty fried carrot cakes and the consistent quality of Uncle Yap's Bak Chor Mee, despite potential queues due to its popularity.

While most dishes receive positive feedback, some find the Mee Siam too sweet or the Gado Gado curry flavor too strong.

value for moneywide variety of foodquality of specific dishes (fish soup, fried carrot cake, Bak Chor Mee)affordability
90% positive5% neutral5% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Eveleen Ng· 3 years ago

This place is a hidden gem! A small coffee shop with lots of variety. Love the fish soup, top up fish slices, only cost $5.50. I drank the soup till last drop. Must try! Try the fried carrot cakes bot…

★★★★★Joshua Tan· 4 months ago

Stumbled upon this coffeeshop while looking for a place to buy dinner and was impressed by the quality of the food available.

★★★★★David Teo· 3 months ago

Solid cai fan. Many dishes to choose from and usually served hot. Not forgetting great value for money as well.

★★★★★Jason Tan· a year ago

We came here for Uncle Yap macpherson bak chor mee. Uncle Yap, move to this coffee shop on 21st March from Playfair Road. The taste is the same as usual, and Uncle Yap never fails to deliver. The news…

★★★★★LWF SL Leong· 5 years ago

Many nice foods in this coffee shop and prices are very reasonable. Must try. I learned about this place from the local old folks. Special highlight the vegetarian stall, because is hard to find one a…

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