How does Song Fa Bak Kut Teh taste?

Address: Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (Velocity @ Novena Square)
238 Thomson Rd, #01-56 / 57 / 58, Singapore 307683
Atmosphere/Facilities: Air-conditioned, mall food counter, credit cards accepted, fast food delivery
Specialties: Singaporean white bak kut teh, braised food, and fried dough sticks
Price per person: Starting from SGD 8.80

Rating: Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (Velocity @ Novena Square) | Song Fa Bak Kut Teh is a chain bak kut teh restaurant you'll likely find on every walk in Singapore. Their specialty is their peppery garlic white bak kut teh. Singaporeans say that, aside from office workers seeking convenience, they generally avoid Song Fa. They recommend smaller bak kut teh restaurants in their favorite neighborhood markets, rather than Song Fa. However, as a tourist, they still want to experience the most accessible bak kut teh chain in Singapore. While typical meal prices are higher than those at smaller neighborhood eateries, Song Fa charges an extra S$1-2, and the portions are smaller. Compared to neighborhood markets, this place is air-conditioned, the dining environment is clean, and the staff are there to provide free soup refills, accepting credit cards. These services are worth just S$1-2.

Overall, Song Fa's broth is light, with a slightly stronger flavor. The pork ribs are cooked to a crispy consistency, but can be a bit dry on their own. The garlic is beautifully formed and well-shaped. The staff frequently offers free soup refills. The fried dough sticks are delicious! While not as crispy as doughnuts, the skin is still crispy.

The braised pork belly is a bit dry and has a strong star anise flavor, while the pig intestines have a slightly fishy aroma. Overall, the flavor is acceptable and worth ordering.

Post by Rays traveller | Sep 28, 2025