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Nam Kee Pau

1.8(5)on Googlebakerytoa payoh

820 Thomson Rd, #01-30 Mount Alvernia Hospital, Singapore 574623

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
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Score: 20 / 100

Based on 4 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 30 May 2026

Our take: Nam Kee Pau is known for its traditional dim sum and pau, with the Amy Yip Pau being a signature item at $5.

Other offerings include the Charsiew bun ($1.20), Siew Mai ($1.10), and Loh Mai Kai ($2.50).

They also serve a range of noodle and porridge dishes like Chilli Banmian ($5.50) and Pork Porridge ($4.80).

However, multiple reports highlight significant issues with staff attitude, specifically a 'rude and hostile short female staff' who has been observed shouting at customers and colleagues.

This has led to complaints about poor service and an unwelcoming environment.

We also note concerns about the quality of disposable cutlery provided, which reportedly breaks easily.

We'd recommend this outlet only if you're in the immediate vicinity and are prepared for potentially confrontational service; otherwise, consider other options for your dim sum fix.

Signature

Amy Yip Pau

Price

$ ($1.10 - $5.50)

Score: 20 · 4 sources

What customers say

Public sentiment for Nam Kee Pau, particularly at the Toa Payoh outlet, is overwhelmingly negative due to consistent reports of extremely rude and hostile staff, especially a specific 'short female staff' at the cashier.

While some menu items like Amy Yip Pau and Chilli Banmian are listed, the poor service overshadows any potential positive food experiences.

Customers also noted issues with flimsy disposable cutlery.

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0% positive10% neutral90% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★Gary Ang· 3 months ago

The lady at the cashier is very rude Not only to the hospital staff and patronage but also especially towards the other lady working at the counter with her (who is always very courteous). I really ad…

★★★★★Sharon C· 7 months ago

Poor service and attitude. Bought a bowl of pork porridge on the morning of 9 Oct and one of the aunties working was busy having her breakfast on the side while the other seemed unsure of how to run t…

★★★★Yong Hong (Max)· 2 weeks ago

This aunty attitude problem, very bad service

★★★★★Ronny Tan Yong Hui· a month ago

Amy Yip Pau ($5) !! Charsiew bun ($1.20) Siew Mai ($1.10) Loh Mai Kai ($2.50) Chilli Banmian ($5.50) Mee Hoon Kueh ($5) Ee Mian ($5) Pork Porridge ($4.80) - Very rude and hostile short female staff…

★★★★G· a week ago

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