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Soon Soon Lai Eating House
32 Defu Lane 10, Singapore 539213
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 75 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 30 May 2026
Our take: Soon Soon Lai Eating House is a classic coffeeshop in the Defu industrial estate, known for its variety of hawker fare.
We note the consistent praise for the Fish Head Curry from 满口香小厨 Zi Char, helmed by Chef Ah Cheong, formerly of Hougang Green 海记 Zi Char.
Beyond the curry, patrons also highlight the prata and roasted meats as strong contenders.
There's also a vegetarian stall offering simple and affordable options.
The general consensus points to a friendly atmosphere and ample parking, which is a plus for the area.
However, some feedback indicates that the facilities are showing their age.
We think this spot is best for those in the vicinity looking for a diverse and inexpensive meal, particularly if you're keen on traditional hawker staples.
It's a reliable everyday option, not a destination meal.
Signature
Fish Head Curry
Best time
Lunch, Monday to Saturday
Price
Below $10/person
Score: 75 · 5 sources
What customers say
Soon Soon Lai Eating House is a well-regarded old-school coffeeshop in Defu industrial estate, praised for its variety of classic food stalls including noodles, zi char, roast meats, prata, Indian food, and a vegetarian option.
Customers frequently highlight the friendly stallholders and the ample parking available.
While the food, particularly the prata, roast meats, and vegetarian options, receives positive comments for taste and affordability, some note that the facilities are showing their age.
Google Reviews
Old school coffeeshop in Defu industrial estate, classic food stalls like noodles , zichar, roast meats, prata and indian food, and there's even a vegetarian stall. Ample parking lots outside coffeesh…
Famous for Fish Head Curry... 满口香小厨 Zi Char at Blk 32 Defu Lane 10, owns by Chef Ah Cheong, formerly from Hougang Green 海记 Zi Char. Big carpark, opposite Blk 170 Hougang Ave 1, near S'pore Girls Home…
Great prata and roasted meats here. Facilities getting old though
Passing by here having Vegan lunch today. Simple and cheap too. Tastes good for me.
This is a good one for me to have a little more time with my goodness and foods.
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