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I guess the speculations and rumours are true. We’ll definitely see a significant number of F&B closures in 2026. Regulars of Kim Keat Hokkien Mee at 92 Lorong 4 Toa Payoh — according to a recent update on their official Facebook page, the stall has confirmed that it will be ceasing all operations on 28 Feb 2026.
No specific reason was cited for the closure; instead, the post featured a message of gratitude to all who have supported them over the past decade. It ended with “We’re truly grateful for every visit, every conversation, and every bit of love. We reached out to them but they declined to comment further.
For many fans, myself included, this news is particularly difficult to swallow — especially after having tried to visit twice before, only to find them either sold out or closed for the day. Correct me if I’m wrong, but this stall is probably the only one in Singapore that serves their Hokkien mee in a claypot.
The stall was initially established by the previous owner, Mr Lee Kim Keat, an ex-convict who sought to turn over a new leaf by opening the stall to sell Hokkien mee.
Unfortunately, it was short-lived as he passed away in late 2016. Determined to carry on his father’s legacy, current owner Kelvin decided to take over the reins but didn’t have any prior experience to whip up a plate of noodles.
His beginning wasn’t glorious; it was marked by criticism and constant judgment. Remarks like “No one will try your cooking!” and “Nobody wants to give your skills a shot because you’re new!” were demoralising. It was made even heavier by the pressure of running a business that was already doing well. However, Kelvin simply dissed away the criticism and continued running the stall with his mother.
We have only 3 more weeks to enjoy his Hokkien Mee (S$4/S$6/S$8/S$10) and Claypot Hokkien Mee, which ranges from S$12 for 2 pax to S$36 for 6. They have stated that the stall will be opened daily and only closes on Tuesdays. Time to go visit Kim Keat Hokkien Mee soon!
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