When it comes to comforting, soul-satisfying hawker fare, few dishes hit the spot like a good bowl of kway chap — silky rice sheets paired with tender braised meats, all soaked in a rich, braising broth. And if you’re in the Bukit Timah area, 138 Kway Chap is one of those stalls that impresses every time.
What Makes 138 Kway Chap Stand Out?
Situated in a quieter corner of Bukit Timah Food Centre, 138 Kway Chap keeps it traditional. There are no frills, no fancy plating, just clean, robust flavours and a satisfying variety of ingredients that kway chap lovers will appreciate.
Their braising sauce is where the magic lies. It’s savoury with subtle notes of spices such as star anise and cinnamon.
What We Ordered
- Kway Chap Set for 2 ($15):
A generous portion of silky rice sheets and a platter featuring large intestine, tau kwa, fish cake and braised egg.
Taste Review
- The kway (rice sheets):
Smooth, thin, and soft without being mushy. - Tau Kwa:
Shower it with gravy so that its a sponge of umami goodness. - Intestines:
Clean-tasting (no funky smell!) and stewed to a perfect chewiness — a real win. - The broth:
Herbal, but not medicinal. Comforting with just the right umami kick. - Chili dip:
Bright, garlicky, and sour — a perfect contrast to the richness of the meat.
Verdict
138 Kway Chap is everything you want in a comforting bowl of competent kway chap especially when such stalls are disappearing fast. Hearty portions, quality braise, and old-school flavours that warm the soul. It might not have the social media fame but it’s a go-to for those who know. The queue starts to form as soon as it opens so head there before it gets sold out.
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Rating: 4 / 5
138 Kway Chap & Porridge
2A Jln Seh Chuan – Level 2 Bukit Timah Food Centre
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hrY9gadfr7VN5sAz7
