Singapore is home to countless prawn noodle stalls, but only a handful manage to generate long queues and enthusiastic word-of-mouth within a short period. ONE.85 Big Prawn Mee has quickly become one of those names that prawn noodle lovers keep recommending.
Known for its generous portions of freshwater prawns, flavour-packed broth, and tender pork ribs, ONE.85 Big Prawn Mee has built a loyal following among foodies looking for a satisfying bowl of hae mee. Many diners even make the trip specifically for its signature Big Prawn Mee, which showcases impressively large prawns and a broth simmered for hours to extract maximum flavour.
So, is this prawn mee worth the hype? Here’s our review.
A New Home Along Singapore’s Famous Prawn Mee Stretch
One of the biggest developments for ONE.85 Big Prawn Mee is its move to a spacious, fully air-conditioned restaurant at 378 East Coast Road. ONE.85 Big Prawn Mee now offers diners a much more comfortable environment, making it an ideal destination whether you’re enjoying lunch on a hot afternoon or meeting friends for dinner.
The new location is especially significant because it’s situated along one of Singapore’s most iconic food stretches. Just a few doors away is the legendary Beach Road Prawn Noodle House, a prawn mee institution that has attracted loyal customers for decades.
For prawn noodle lovers, this part of East Coast Road has quietly become a destination in itself. You can now compare two local styles of prawn mee within the same neighbourhood.
Prawn + Pork Ribs Mee
We ordered the dry version with chili and it came with 4 halved prawns and a few pieces of pork ribs. For those ordering the dry version, fragrant shallot oil, crispy pork lard and chilli create an addictive combination that coats every strand of noodles. The noodles were well seasoned, probably the best version we had so far.
The prawns were fresh but otherwise nothing much to highlight. If you’re visiting for the first time, don’t skip the pork ribs.
The ribs are slow-cooked until tender, allowing the meat to fall easily off the bone. They complement the seafood broth beautifully by adding another layer of savoury richness without overpowering the prawn flavour.
It’s a combination that makes the bowl even more satisfying.
Rich and Flavourful Prawn Broth
ONE.85’s broth strikes a wonderful balance between sweetness from the prawns and savoury richness from pork bones. The soup has a deep orangey hue but it is light enough to keep you drinking, yet packed with deep umami flavours that develop as it’s simmered throughout the day.
Regular diners even recommend visiting later in the evening when the broth has become even more concentrated and flavourful after hours of cooking.
Every spoonful delivers comforting seafood sweetness without tasting overly salty or oily.
Excellent Value
Considering the generous portion of pork ribs and the quality of the ingredients, ONE.85 offers excellent value for money.
The menu caters to different budgets, from classic prawn mee to premium bowls loaded with jumbo prawns and pork ribs. There’s even a Signature Colossal Big Prawn Mee that’s perfect for sharing with family or friends.
The rich broth, generous prawns, tender pork ribs, and satisfying portions make it one of the more memorable prawn mee experiences in Singapore. ONE.85 Prawn Mee is currently our favourite prawn noodles in Singapore. The combination of well-seasoned noodles, rich broth and tender pork ribs creates a comforting meal that keeps customers coming back.
Rating: 4.25 / 5
ONE.85 Big Prawn Mee
378 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428985
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