Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (The Seletar Mall) at The Seletar Mall
Location: 33 Sengkang W Ave, #01-39/40/41 The Seletar Mall, Singapore 797653
Floor 1 · The Seletar Mall
Heritage Teochew bak kut teh at The Seletar Mall, simmered till the pork ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.
Heritage Teochew bak kut teh at The Seletar Mall, simmered till the pork ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh brings its heritage Teochew-style pork rib soup to The Seletar Mall, continuing a tradition that dates back to the 1960s.The signature peppery broth, simmered for hours with garlic and spices, cradles fall-off-the-bone pork ribs served alongside rice, you tiao and a choice of side dishes such as braised pig trotters and salted vegetables. Dine-in and takeaway options are available, making it easy to enjoy whether settling into a slow meal or grabbing a quick bowl. It is a place for anyone who appreciates the restorative comfort of a well-made soup.
Visit The Seletar Mall for a steaming pot of bak kut teh that warms from the inside out. Song Fa's enduring popularity is a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality and tradition.
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Negative Reviews
Sharon De Silva
Had our lunch ordering the mixed BKT with stomach, salted vegetables and fried seafood pancake totalling $30.69. Servings were very small but they topped up the soup frequently. Price-wise, on …
Positive Reviews
Michelle Tan
Food was not bad. The pig stomach was nice. But the pork loin had a porky smell. Service was good. The aunties were nice and friendly. They're always attentive and …
Angeline Ho
I have SongFa 2x a week for the last 7 years. Food taste across all branches – tasted the same, 👍 👍 …
Motorbik3r
Love the replica vintage street side food store kindda atmosphere. Waitress come by pretty often to top up soup. Tea serving was great. Food is fantastic. Could be a little more peppery.
Notyomama
The pork ribs soup is the highlight: super fragrant, peppery, and comforting without feeling jelak. The ribs were tender and easy to eat, and the best part is the soup top-up! You can keep enjoying that warm peppery broth throughout the …
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Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (The Seletar Mall)
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a restaurant with wooden paneling and large glass windows. Chinese characters are visible on a pillar to the left of the entrance. A sign above the entrance reads "SONG FA bak kut teh". Inside, customers are seated at tables, and shelves display various items.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a Song Fa Bak Kut Teh restaurant. The storefront features wooden paneling, tiled accents, and prominent signage with the restaurant's name and "Since 1969". Chinese characters are also visible on the facade.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a Song Fa Bak Kut Teh restaurant. The storefront features wooden paneling and glass doors and windows. The restaurant's name and logo are prominently displayed in illuminated signage above the entrance. A sign indicating "Masks for Takeaway" is visible on the door.
Song Fa Restaurant
The exterior of a Song Fa restaurant with a wooden facade. A prominent sign with the restaurant's logo and name is visible above the entrance. To the left, a vertical red banner with Chinese characters is displayed. Inside, shelves are stocked with various products, and a person is seen working behind a wooden counter.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a Song Fa Bak Kut Teh restaurant. The sign above the entrance reads "SONG FA bak kut teh 肉骨茶 SINCE 1969". The restaurant has a traditional wooden facade with tiled accents. Inside, tables and chairs are visible, with some customers seated. A queue sign indicates a 10-minute wait.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a restaurant with a wooden facade and traditional Chinese-inspired decor. A prominent sign above the entrance reads "SONG FA BAK KUT TEH". To the right of the entrance, a large menu board displays various dishes and beverages. The interior of the restaurant is visible through the open doorway, showing tables and chairs.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a Song Fa Bak Kut Teh restaurant. The sign above the entrance reads "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1969". Inside, customers are seated at wooden tables, and staff members are visible. A yellow sign near the entrance indicates "0 MINS" wait time.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh
The exterior of a Song Fa Bak Kut Teh restaurant. The facade features wooden paneling and a prominent sign with the restaurant's name and logo. A serving cart with bowls and chopsticks is visible in front of the entrance.
Pickled Mustard Greens with Turnip
A close-up shot of pickled mustard greens mixed with diced turnip, served on a small white plate with a blue rim and decorative pattern. The dish is presented against a plain white background.
Chicken Dish in a Pot
A close-up shot of a dish featuring pieces of chicken coated in a dark, glossy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and possibly ginger. The food is served in a ceramic pot with decorative handles, which is placed on a woven base. The background is plain white.
Fried Spring Rolls
A platter of sliced fried spring rolls served with lettuce on a white oval plate. The spring rolls are golden brown and appear to be filled with minced meat and vegetables.
Table with food
A close-up shot of a table laden with various bowls of food. In the foreground, a bowl of what appears to be fish slices in broth is prominent. To its left, a bowl is filled with golden-brown fried dough sticks. Behind these, another bowl contains meat slices in a savory broth, and a small dish holds chopped chilies in soy sauce. A cup of broth or soup is also visible. The setting suggests a meal at a restaurant.
Tea Set
A tea set with a brown teapot and six small white teacups filled with tea, arranged on a bamboo tray. A yellow packet with a logo is visible in the background.
Braised Pork Belly with Tea
A close-up shot of a large piece of braised pork belly served in a dark sauce on a decorative plate. The plate has floral and rooster motifs. Next to the plate is a small teapot and two cups filled with tea. Scattered around the food are white peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon sticks, and other spices. A sprig of cilantro garnishes the pork. The food is arranged on a bamboo mat. The logo for Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, established in 1969, is visible in the upper left corner.
Steamed Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce
A serving of steamed Chinese broccoli, also known as Gai Lan, is presented on an oval white plate with a blue floral rim. The vibrant green stalks and leaves are arranged neatly and bathed in a rich, dark oyster sauce. Topped with crispy fried shallots, this dish is photographed against a plain white background.
Fried Dough Sticks
A bowl of golden-brown fried dough sticks, also known as youtiao, is presented in a white ceramic bowl. To the left, a yellow packet with black lettering, possibly a condiment or napkin, bears the partial logo "SONG FA". In the background, another white bowl contains a serving of braised preserved vegetables. The food is arranged on a dark wooden surface.
Bowl of Rice
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with steamed white rice. The bowl has a decorative pattern featuring a rooster and flowers, with blue stripes around the rim.
Braised Pork Belly
A plate of braised pork belly, garnished with fresh cilantro, is served in a savory sauce. The dish is presented on a white plate with a scalloped edge, bearing the logo and name "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1969".
Bowl of Pork Intestine Soup
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with pork intestine soup. The soup has a light brown broth and contains various pieces of cooked pork intestines, some of which are coiled and folded. There are also a few round, light-colored objects, possibly onions or dumplings, submerged in the broth. The texture of the intestines appears soft and slightly chewy.
Pork Rib Soup with Garlic
A white bowl filled with a light broth containing several slices of cooked pork ribs and whole garlic cloves. The bowl has a decorative pattern around its base.
Restaurant Interior
A busy restaurant interior with wooden partitions and corrugated metal roofing. Several tables are occupied by diners eating meals. The lighting is bright, with exposed pipes and ventilation systems visible on the ceiling.
Noodle Soup with Fried Dough Sticks
A close-up shot of a bowl of thin noodles in a light broth. In the background, there are bowls of fried dough sticks and rice.
Bowl of Braised Pork Intestines with Garlic
A white ceramic bowl filled with braised pork intestines and whole garlic cloves in broth. The bowl has a red rooster design on the side. The intestines are light brown and appear tender, while the garlic cloves are plump and pale. The broth is clear and light-colored.
Braised Beancurd Skin
A close-up shot of braised beancurd skin served on a white plate. The dish is golden brown and appears to be in a light broth. The plate has a logo that reads "SONG FA" with Chinese characters above it.
Pork Liver Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of pork liver soup, garnished with lettuce. The soup is a light brown color and contains several slices of pork liver. The bowl is white and sits on a wooden surface.
Tea Set
A traditional Chinese tea set with a brown teapot and six small cups filled with amber-colored tea, arranged on a bamboo tray. The cups have delicate floral patterns. The background shows a blurred interior with wooden furniture.
Vegetable Dish with Fried Shallots
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried green vegetables, likely Gai Lan (Chinese broccoli), drizzled with a dark savory sauce and topped with crispy fried shallots. In the background, a bowl of what appears to be Bak Kut Teh with slices of meat and lettuce, and another bowl filled with golden fried dough sticks (youtiao) are visible. The plate has a logo that reads "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1969".
Restaurant Interior with Diners
A busy restaurant interior with diners seated at tables. The decor features exposed ceiling pipes, industrial lighting, and wooden paneling with a corrugated metal roof accent. A large mural depicting a street scene is displayed on one wall. Staff members are visible behind a counter in the background.
Stir-fried Pea Shoots
A close-up shot of stir-fried pea shoots served in a white bowl. The dish is garnished with fried garlic and a dark sauce. The bowl has a logo that reads "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1960".
Fried Dough Fritters and Pickled Vegetables
A close-up shot of fried dough fritters and pickled vegetables served in white bowls. The bowls have the logo "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1969" printed on them. The food is placed on a wooden table.
Bak Kut Teh Meal
A close-up overhead shot of a table laden with a traditional Malaysian meal. The centerpiece is a bowl of Bak Kut Teh, a peppery pork rib soup, with a large rib submerged in the broth. To the left, a plate of fried tofu skin in sauce is visible, and to the right, a dish of stir-fried green vegetables topped with fried shallots. In the background, a bowl of white rice and another bowl with pork ribs are also present. The white ceramic bowls and plates have subtle branding, suggesting a restaurant setting.
Bowl of Noodles
A close-up shot of a bowl of noodles in broth sits on a wooden table. To the left, a dark green Michael Kors wallet is stacked on top of other items. In the background, out of focus, are more bowls of food and some red packets.
Bak Kut Teh and You Tiao
A close-up overhead shot of a bowl of Bak Kut Teh with a piece of pork rib, and a bowl of You Tiao (fried dough sticks). A glass of amber liquid, likely tea, is visible in the upper left corner. A yellow packet with Chinese characters and a logo is partially visible at the bottom.
Rice and Tea
A bowl of white rice, a small dish of sliced chili peppers in soy sauce, and a mug of tea with a tea bag. The bowl and mug both have the "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1969" logo.
Braised Pork Intestines
A close-up shot of a dish of braised pork intestines, garnished with cilantro. The dish is served in a white ceramic bowl with the logo of "SONG FA BAK KUT TEH SINCE 1969" visible on the rim.
Braised Eggs and Pickled Vegetables
A close-up shot of a meal featuring two halves of braised eggs in a dark sauce, served in a white bowl. The bowl has the text "SONG FA BAK KUT TEH SINCE 1969" printed on its side. In the background, a bowl of white rice is visible, along with a dish of pickled vegetables.
Braised Beancurd Skin
A white oval plate filled with braised beancurd skin. The plate has a logo and text that reads "SONG FA BAK KUT TEH SINCE 1969".
Bowl of Ramen Noodles
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with ramen noodles in a clear broth. The noodles are thin and appear to be cooked al dente. The broth is light in color and has a slightly oily sheen. The bowl is placed on a light-colored, textured surface, possibly a table.
Wooden food stall with seating
A wooden food stall is set up with shelves displaying various items, including boxes and bowls. There are also baskets with utensils and a red basket on a side table. Several wooden stools are stacked near the stall. In the background, people are visible, and there are shop displays. A fire extinguisher is mounted on a concrete pillar to the right. The stall has a black awning with a logo that reads "SONG FA".
Fried Pork Ribs and Other Dishes
A close-up shot of a table laden with various dishes, including fried pork ribs, deep-fried dough sticks, pickled vegetables, and peanuts. The plates are white and feature the "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1969" logo. The food is arranged on a wooden table, suggesting a restaurant setting.
Braised Mustard Greens
A close-up shot of braised mustard greens served in a white bowl. The greens are chopped into bite-sized pieces and appear to be seasoned. The bowl has a logo that reads "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1955". In the background, a bowl of bak kut teh and a bowl of rice are visible.
Restaurant Dining Area
A restaurant dining area with wooden tables and stools. A black teapot sits on a white tray on one of the tables. Small white bowls with red garnishes are placed on the tables. A metal napkin holder with chopsticks is also visible. The background shows a counter with blue wooden panels and marble accents.
Bowl of Rice
A white bowl filled with steamed white rice sits on a speckled countertop. A small white dish is visible to the left of the bowl. The side of the bowl has some text and a logo printed on it.
Braised Pork Intestines
A close-up shot of braised pork intestines served in a savory sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is presented on a white plate with a subtle logo visible in the background.
Tea Set
A traditional Chinese tea set with a brown teapot and four small white cups arranged on a bamboo tray. The tray has carved designs and Chinese characters. In the background, there are plates of food, including what appears to be stir-fried vegetables.
Braised Beancurd Skin
A close-up shot of braised beancurd skin served in a white bowl. The dish is glistening with sauce and appears to be a side dish. The bowl has a logo and text that reads "SONG FA bak kut teh SINCE 1960".
Restaurant Interior with Diners
A busy restaurant interior with wooden paneling and exposed ceiling infrastructure. Several tables are occupied by diners, some of whom are eating or looking at their phones. The lighting is a mix of overhead industrial fixtures and smaller bulbs.
Braised Mustard Greens
A plate of braised mustard greens is served on a wooden table. The plate has a logo that reads "SONG FA Bak Kut Teh". Another bowl of soup is partially visible on the right.
Braised Eggs
Two halves of a braised egg in a white bowl with dark sauce. The bowl has the Song Fa Bak Kut Teh logo and "SINCE 1969" printed on the side.
Fried Pork Belly with Garlic and Chili
A plate of crispy fried pork belly pieces, garnished with chopped scallions, fried garlic bits, and small pieces of red chili. The dish is served on a white, wavy-edged plate with a side of lettuce. The plate has a logo that reads "Bak Kut Teh Since 1969".
Braised Chicken Feet with Tofu Skin
A white oval plate holds braised chicken feet served on a bed of folded tofu skin. The chicken feet are dark brown and appear glossy, with visible skin texture. The tofu skin is a lighter beige color and has a slightly wrinkled, layered appearance. The dish is presented close-up, with the plate filling most of the frame.
Braised Pork Knuckles
A close-up shot of braised pork knuckles in a dark savory sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is served in a white bowl with the restaurant's logo visible on the rim.
Braised Peanuts
A close-up shot of braised peanuts served in a white bowl on a wooden table. The bowl has the logo "SONG FA Bak Kut Teh" printed on its rim.
Singapore Bak Kut Teh
This is a promotional page about Bak Kut Teh (pork rib soup) in Singapore. It features a large illustration of a lion and Japanese text. The page details the dish, its ingredients, and recommends a specific restaurant, Song Fa Bak Kut Teh. It also includes images of the soup, rice, fried dough sticks, and the restaurant's exterior.
Display shelves with packaged goods and tableware
Wooden shelves are filled with various packaged goods, including boxes and tins with Chinese characters and branding. Some shelves also display small bowls, chopsticks, and other tableware. In the background, people are seated at tables, and a large mural depicts a waterfront scene. A sign with "SPECIAL TREATS!" is visible on the left.
Wooden Sign with Chinese Characters
A wooden sign with red Chinese characters and red decorative trim. Two golden lion-like figures are at the bottom corners of the sign. The sign appears to be mounted on a wooden structure, possibly part of a building's facade or interior.
Beer and Glass
A bottle of Song Fa King's Garden Ale and a glass of beer with the Song Fa logo are on a wooden table. In the background, a person is seated at a counter with food and drinks.
Braised Chicken Feet with Tofu Skin
A close-up shot of braised chicken feet served on a bed of tofu skin, all in a savory sauce. The chicken feet are dark brown and appear tender, with visible skin texture. The tofu skin is layered and light beige in color. The dish is presented on a white plate, with a hint of another dish in the background.
Contact Information
A list of locations with addresses and phone numbers.
Assortment of Dishes
A close-up overhead view of several dishes served on a table. In the foreground, a white bowl is filled with fried dough sticks. To the left, another white bowl contains pieces of braised meat. Behind the dough sticks, a white oval plate holds a pile of dried bean curd. Further back, another white oval plate displays braised pork belly with greens. In the lower right, a rustic clay pot is filled with a dark, glossy stew containing meat and vegetables. The dishes appear to be part of a meal.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh Advertisement
This is an advertisement for Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, celebrating 6 years of Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. The left side features an illustration depicting the brand's humble beginnings in 1969, showing a street food vendor and customers. The right side displays a close-up of a steaming bowl of bak kut teh, with text highlighting their Michelin Guide Singapore awards from 2016 to 2022. Below the illustration, a list of Song Fa's outlets across Singapore is provided, along with their website and social media handles.
Singapore 2012 Food Guide
A vibrant yellow magazine spread featuring articles and images about food in Singapore. The main title in large pink and blue characters reads "Singapore Flavor 70". One article discusses "Song Fa Bak Kut Teh", a famous pork rib soup restaurant, detailing its history, ingredients, and new offerings like take-home soup packs. Other images show various dishes, the restaurant interior, and portraits of the restaurant owners.
Pork Rib Soup and Sides
A table setting with several bowls of food. In the foreground, a bowl contains sliced pork liver and other offal in a broth. To the left, a bowl is filled with fried dough sticks. In the background, two bowls contain pork ribs in broth, and a small plate holds pickled vegetables. A logo with Chinese characters is visible on the plate of pickled vegetables.
Fried Meat Rolls
A plate of fried meat rolls served on a bed of lettuce. The rolls are golden brown and appear to be made with a mixture of ground meat and vegetables, wrapped in a crispy outer layer.
明周 Travel Issue/Singapore
A magazine cover featuring a bowl of bak kut teh (pork rib soup) and text in Chinese. The text mentions "TRAVEL ISSUE/SINGAPORE" and discusses the history and offerings of a restaurant called "SONG FA BAK KUT TEH". A small inset photo shows the exterior of the restaurant.
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