Nam Kee Pau (Waterway Point) at Waterway Point
Location: 83 Punggol Central, #01-K3 Waterway Point West Wing, Singapore 828761
Floor 1 · Waterway Point
Handcrafted steamed paus with fluffy skins and generous fillings, a local pau institution.
Handcrafted steamed paus with fluffy skins and generous fillings, a local pau institution.
Nam Kee Pau is a beloved pau specialist known for its handcrafted steamed buns with pillowy-soft skins and generous fillings. The char siew pau and lotus seed pau are the standout signatures that have built a loyal following across Singapore.Beyond the classic paus, the stall offers savoury options like chicken pau and vegetable pau, plus traditional kopi and teh for a complete breakfast. Takeaway is available, making it a go-to for residents picking up a quick, satisfying meal.
Queue up at Nam Kee Pau for a taste of tradition — each bun is a warm, fluffy reminder of why simple things done well never go out of style.
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Overall Rating
Based on 111 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Xiang Lan
Ordered and staff made me wait 20 mins and told me to wait 15 mins more…. How am I waiting 35 mins for a street food store?? even though the person in front of me was number 689 and I’m somehow 699?? Did you take 10 food delivery orders in …
— Rachel
hmm. getting more disappointed with nam kee pau noodles. loved them for their ban mian and mee hoon kueh cause it’s those “handmade” kind. but nowadays the portion has been Shrinking (I ordered mee hoon kueh tdy. was shocked. it looked like …
Tok Fong Lin
Visited Nam Kee Pau Waterway Point outlet on 29/09/25, 3.55pm. Ordered 2 big pau, 6pcs char siew and 4 lotus they missed out 2 lotus bun only after I went home then found out. Its not acceptable sia can charge me but cannot give me the …
Positive Reviews
Xuan Lin T
Maybe I was lucky - the meehunkueh I ordered here was really good. Soup was flavorful but not too salty. Serving size was better than buangkok hawker outlet, meehunkueh was well cooked (buangkok's was slightly undercooked). …
Bars Bars
his Southeast Asian large bun is very distinctive, often containing not only meat filling but also other ingredients. The buns from this place have a half egg wrapped in the meat filling. The bun's skin is fluffy, and the filling inside is deliciously juicy. One bun is enough to fill you up. Payment can be made with credit card or cash.
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Nam Kee Pau (Waterway Point)
Nam Kee Pau
A food stall with a prominent sign that reads "Nam Kee Pau" in both Chinese and English. The stall displays images of various food items, including pau (steamed buns) and noodle dishes. A menu board on the right shows prices for items like "Amy Yu Pau" at $4.50, "Char Siew Pau" at $1.00, and "Tau Sar Pau" at $0.80. Inside the stall, display cases show rows of pau. A newspaper clipping about the stall is also visible.
Nam Kee Pau
The exterior of a food stall with a prominent blue sign that reads "Nam Kee Pau". Below the sign is a menu board displaying various steamed buns and dumplings with prices. A display case shows steamed buns, and stacks of blue crates are visible to the left. Red velvet ropes guide customers.
Nam Kee Pau and Old Chang Kee
A view of two adjacent food stalls in a mall. The stall on the left is labeled "Old Chang Kee" with yellow signage. The stall on the right is labeled "Nam Kee Pau" with blue and red neon signage. Both stalls have food displays and customers queuing. To the right of Nam Kee Pau is a clothing store with mannequins in the window.
Nam Kee Pau Storefront
A view of the storefronts of several businesses in a mall. The focus is on the 'Nam Kee Pau' stall, which has a blue and white facade and a sign with the business name in English and Chinese. There is a queue of customers waiting outside. To the left is 'Old Chang Kee' and further left is 'Mr Bean'. To the right is a shop with a large glass window displaying products and the words 'Beauty & Bath' visible inside.
Nam Kee Pau
A storefront for Nam Kee Pau with a bright blue neon sign. Below the sign are illuminated panels displaying various dishes. People are queuing outside the shop.
Nam Kee Pau
The storefront of Nam Kee Pau, a food establishment, is visible with its blue neon sign. The metal security shutters are down, obscuring most of the interior. A menu board with images of food items is displayed to the right of the entrance. Red velvet ropes are set up in front of the shop, indicating a queueing area.
Nam Kee Pau
A storefront for Nam Kee Pau, a food establishment. The sign above the entrance reads "Nam Kee Pau" in English and Chinese characters. Below the sign, there are images of food items. Several people are standing in front of the shop, some wearing masks.
Nam Kee Pau
A brightly lit storefront for Nam Kee Pau, a food establishment. The shop features a prominent neon sign with the name in both Chinese characters and English. Above the counter, illuminated panels display images of various dishes. To the left of the entrance, several stickers are visible, including a Halal certification, payment method logos (NETS, FlashPay, Visa, Mastercard, etc.), and a delivery service logo (deliveroo). A person is seen from behind, facing the counter. The shop is situated in a mall or walkway with other businesses visible in the background.
Nam Kee Pau
The exterior of a food stall with a prominent sign that reads "Nam Kee Pau". There are queue barriers and social distancing markers on the floor. A staff member in a mask is visible inside the stall.
Nam Kee Pau
The exterior of a food stall named Nam Kee Pau. The stall has a bright sign with the name in English and Chinese characters. Below the sign are illuminated displays showing pictures of food items with prices. The stall has a counter with food displayed behind glass and a menu board to the right. Red velvet ropes guide customers.
Nam Kee Pau
The exterior of a food stall with a prominent sign that reads "Nam Kee Pau" in English and Chinese characters. Below the sign, there are illuminated display panels showcasing various food items with their prices. To the left, blue plastic crates are stacked.
Nam Kee P
A close-up shot of a restaurant's exterior signage and menu display. The blue neon sign reads "Nam Kee P". Below the sign, a wooden frame displays several food photographs with their names and prices.
Old Chang Kee and Nam Kee Pau
A view of two food stalls, Old Chang Kee and Nam Kee Pau, with customers queuing outside. The stalls are located in a mall or shopping center. Old Chang Kee has a prominent yellow sign with its name in English. Nam Kee Pau has a sign with its name in English and Chinese. There are menu boards visible inside both establishments. The area is well-lit and appears to be a busy commercial space.
Nam Kee Pau
A food stall with a bright neon sign that reads "Nam Kee Pau". There are pictures of food displayed on the wall and on a light board. Customers are queuing at the entrance.
Nam Kee Pau
A storefront for Nam Kee Pau, a food establishment. The sign "Nam Kee Pau" is prominently displayed in blue neon letters above the entrance. Below the sign, there are framed pictures of various food items, including pau and noodle dishes, with prices indicated. To the left, stacks of blue plastic crates are visible. Inside, a person wearing a mask is seen behind a counter. Display cases with shelves are present, and a sign reads "HOT DO NOT TOUCH!".
Nam Kee Pau
A storefront for Nam Kee Pau, a food establishment, with a queue of customers. To the left is another establishment, Old Chang Kee.
Nam Kee Pau
A storefront for Nam Kee Pau, a food establishment. The sign above the counter reads "Nam Kee Pau" in English and Chinese characters. There are pictures of food items displayed on the wall and on a menu board to the right. Several customers are queuing outside.
Steamed Bun with Savory Filling
A close-up shot of a white steamed bun, split open to reveal a vibrant red, savory filling. The bun is soft and fluffy, with the filling appearing to be finely chopped meat or vegetables in a glossy sauce. It is presented on a white paper liner atop a dark red, intricately carved bamboo steamer basket. In the blurred background, other similar buns are visible.
Steamed Bun with Filling
A close-up shot of a large, fluffy steamed bun, split open to reveal a savory filling of shredded meat and green onions. Steam rises from the bun, indicating it is freshly cooked. The bun is served on a blue and white plate with a pink paper liner. In the background, a bamboo steamer, a dark textured object, and a small white dish with a dark substance are visible.
Steamed Pork Bun with Egg
A close-up shot of a steamed pork bun, also known as a char siu bao, filled with savory pork and a slice of hard-boiled egg. The bun is soft and white, with visible pleats at the top. It is served in a traditional bamboo steamer basket. The filling appears to be made of diced pork, red chili slices, and chopped green onions.
Steamed Dumplings
A close-up shot of several steamed dumplings in a bamboo steamer. One dumpling is cut in half, revealing the pink, minced meat filling. The dumplings are golden yellow and appear to be glazed.
Steamed Pork Buns
A close-up shot of a steamed pork bun filled with braised pork and a slice of hard-boiled egg. The bun is soft and white, with the filling spilling out slightly. The pork is a rich brown color, and the egg is a vibrant yellow. The bun is served in a bamboo steamer basket.
Sticky Rice with Chicken
A metal bowl filled with sticky rice topped with pieces of chicken in a savory sauce.
Noodle Dish with Anchovies and Mushrooms
A close-up shot of a noodle dish in a white bowl. The dish features flat, pale noodles topped with crispy fried anchovies and dark, rehydrated shiitake mushrooms. Chopped green onions are also visible. The food appears to be served in a takeout container.
Receipt
A receipt from NKP - WaterWay Point with a list of items purchased and their prices. The items include Value Set Lotus Pau, Mee Hoon Kuay, Ban Mian, and Takeaway packaging. The total amount due is 15.80.
Steamed Buns in a Takeout Box
A cardboard takeout box filled with several white steamed buns. The box has a printed image on the inside flap showing a slice of hard-boiled egg and some meat. The buns appear to be individually wrapped in white paper.
Steamed Bun with Filling
A close-up shot of a large, white steamed bun that has been cut in half. The bun is soft and fluffy, with a slightly textured surface. The filling is visible in the center, appearing to be a mixture of ground meat, possibly pork, with pieces of hard-boiled egg and chopped green onions. The bun is resting on white paper.
Steamed Buns
A white cardboard box filled with eight steamed buns, each separated by white paper. In front of the box, a clear plastic bag contains more white food items. A receipt is partially visible to the left of the box.
Noodle Soup with Anchovies and Greens
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodle soup. The soup contains large, flat noodles, leafy green vegetables, minced meat, dried anchovies, and what appear to be dried shiitake mushrooms. Chopsticks are shown lifting a piece of noodle from the bowl. The dish is served in a clear plastic container.
Soup in a to-go container
A close-up shot of a to-go container filled with soup. The container is light brown with red Chinese characters and the text "Nam Kee" printed on it. The soup appears to be creamy and contains pieces of meat and vegetables. The container is placed on a white napkin, which is on a lace tablecloth.
Noodles with Toppings
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles topped with minced meat, a poached egg, mushrooms, and fresh greens. A small bowl of soup and a dish of chili peppers are visible in the background.
Bowl of food with Chinese characters
A close-up shot of a disposable bowl filled with a light-colored food, possibly congee or soup, with a spoon inside. The bowl has Chinese characters printed vertically on its side, which appear to read "傳 統 麵 粉 粥" (Traditional Noodle Flour Porridge). A small illustration of a dish with meat and greens is also visible on the bowl. The background is blurred, showing what looks like a home or restaurant interior with some decorative items.
Bowl of food
A close-up shot of a bowl of food, possibly a stew or soup, filled with various ingredients. Visible components include minced meat, leafy green vegetables, pieces of what appear to be mushrooms, and small dried fish. The food is served in a clear plastic container with a lid, which is partially removed. The container rests on a decorative plate.
Steamed Buns in a Box
A white cardboard box filled with six steamed buns. The buns are round and white with visible pleats on top. Some buns have small reddish-brown specks on their surface. The box is open, and a small wooden utensil is visible on the left side. In the background, there are plastic-wrapped items and a printed insert with an image of buns and a fork.
Nam Kee Pau Packaging
A close-up of food packaging for Nam Kee Pau, featuring a picture of a steamed bun filled with meat and egg. The brand name is displayed in both Chinese characters and English.
Mall Food Court
A view of a mall interior with several food stalls and shops. On the left, a stall with a yellow sign reads "Old Chang Kee". Next to it, a stall with a neon sign says "Nam Kee Pau". To the right, a clothing store with mannequins in the window displays the brand "YISHION". People are walking through the mall.
Receipt and Food Packaging
A receipt from Nam Kee Pau is held in front of a takeaway box containing steamed buns and a plastic bag with more buns. The receipt details the items purchased, quantities, prices, and total amount.
Traditional Handmade Pau Display
A display case filled with numerous steamed buns, also known as pau, on multiple shelves. The buns are white and appear to be wrapped in paper or cloth. Above the buns, signage reads "Traditional Handmade Pau" in English and Chinese characters. A sign at the bottom warns "HOT DO NOT TOUCH". Payment methods like AMEX and VISA are displayed.
Congee with Scallions
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge, topped with chopped scallions and small pieces of meat or other savory ingredients. A white spoon is visible in the right side of the bowl. The congee is served in a white disposable bowl, and the background is a blurry green surface.
Bowl of Soup with Dumpling
A close-up shot of a paper bowl filled with soup and a single dumpling. The bowl has a brown exterior with some circular Chinese characters and an image of a bowl of food. A white spoon is visible in the soup.
Dumpling Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of dumpling soup. The soup contains dumplings, minced pork, mushrooms, and leafy green vegetables. A small dish of chili oil and chopsticks are placed next to the bowl.
Congee with Pork and Greens
A close-up shot of a bowl of congee, a rice porridge, filled with minced pork, leafy green vegetables, and possibly pieces of egg or tofu. The congee is served in a decorative paper bowl, and two plastic takeout containers with lids are stacked behind it. A spoon rests in the bowl, ready to be used. The background is a striped placemat.
Tax Invoice
A tax invoice from Nam Kee Pau Pte Ltd for a purchase made at Waterway Point. The invoice details the items purchased: 2 Big Pau, 1 SG60 CS Pau (6pcs), and 4 Lotus Pau. The total amount due is 14.60, including GST of 1.21. The payment was made by credit card. The queue number is 0384.
Value Set Menu
A sign advertising a value set with Siew Mai and Tau Sar Pau/Lotus Pau. The Siew Mai is priced at $4.50 for a box of 5 pieces (U.P. $5.50). The Tau Sar Pau/Lotus Pau is priced at $5.00 for a box of 6 pieces (U.P. $6.00).
Noodle Bowl
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles with various toppings, including meat, vegetables, and fried shallots. The bowl has a decorative pattern and is placed on a red mat. A spoon with a blue and white design is visible in the lower left corner. Chinese characters are overlaid on the image.
Red Bean Bun
A close-up of a white steamed bun filled with red bean paste. The bun is slightly open, revealing the thick, reddish-brown filling. Chinese characters are overlaid on the bottom of the image.
Steamed Bun with Filling
A close-up shot of a steamed bun with a bright orange filling. The bun is white and soft, with a portion of the filling peeking out from the top. The filling appears to be textured and slightly glossy. Chinese characters are overlaid on the bottom of the image.
Food Stall Counter
A food stall counter with various promotional materials and a hand sanitizer dispenser. Blue crates are stacked in the background. A person wearing a mask is visible behind the counter. The display case is empty.
Tax Invoice
A tax invoice from Nam Kee Pau at WaterWay Point, Singapore. It details a purchase of 1 Mee Hoon Kuay for 4.30, with a total due of 4.30 and GST of 0.28. The payment was made in cash. The invoice also includes a queue number and a thank you message in English and Chinese.
Steamed Dumplings
A close-up shot of several steamed dumplings in a bamboo steamer. The dumplings are golden yellow and appear to be filled with meat. Chinese characters are visible at the bottom of the image.
Noodle Soup
A bowl of noodle soup with pork, vegetables, and dried anchovies. A small dish of dipping sauce is on the side.
Steamed Bun with Filling
A close-up shot of a large, fluffy steamed bun, split open to reveal a savory filling. The filling appears to contain pieces of meat, mushrooms, tomatoes, and a slice of hard-boiled egg. Red Chinese characters are overlaid on the bun.
Traditional Steamed Bun
A close-up shot of a traditional steamed bun, split open to reveal a savory filling of meat, possibly pork, with slices of hard-boiled egg and green onions. The bun is soft and white, and the filling appears to be glazed. Another steamed bun is visible in the blurred background. Red Chinese characters that translate to "Traditional Big Bun" are overlaid on the image.
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