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After being closed for 6 months since February, the basement of TANGS at Tang Plaza has finally reopened to the public with a new look. Before we dive into the numerous F&B outlets, we first swung by Hawkers’ Street food court to take a look at what makan options are available.
There are a total of 15 stalls including 6 MICHELIN-guide ones. Though there was decent seating capacity, I found the food court to be narrow and cramped, similar to the Hawkers’ Street outlet at Tampines 1. Do be careful not to bump into anyone if you’re carrying plates of food and drinks on your tray.
The first stall that caught my eye was Fei Fei Roasted Noodle, which I remember queueing over at Yuhua Village Food Centre. Go for the Signature Char Siew Wanton Noodle (S$6.50), enjoy the crunch of the Roast Pork Rice (S$6.50), or go big and indulge in the Trio Platter Noodles/Rice (S$11.90).
Those who crave the crispy sole fish and zing of vinegar can slurp on the Signature Tai Wah Pork Noodle (S$10.50) at Tai Wah Pork Noodle. Alternatively, you can also get the Pork Noodle (S$6.50/S$8.50) and Dumpling Noodle (S$6.50/S$8.50/S$10.50).
Those who find travelling to 505 Jurong West Market & Food Centre an arduous journey just to patronise MICHELIN-guide Loong Kee Yong Tau Fu can now satisfy their cravings at Orchard Road instead. Customers are required to select a minimum of 7 pieces or 6 pieces + Noodles/Rice. Normal ingredients cost S$1 each while premium ones are going for S$1.20 per piece. For an additional S$2, you can upgrade to Chee Cheong Fun.
Feast on your favourite Plain (S$1.50), Onion Cheese Prata (S$4.40) or over 12 types of thosai at Springleaf Prata Place. In case you’re wondering if the Ultimate series is available here, the answer is yes! Share the 2012 Ultimate Murtabak Mini (S$10.90) or 2017 Prata Alfredo (S$12.30).
Hup Hong Chicken Rice also hailing from Yuhua Village Food Centre is most renowned for its plates of Steamed/Roasted Chicken Rice (S$5.30). You can also complement your meal with sides like Chicken Liver (S$3), Gizzard (S$1), and Oyster Sauce Vege (S$4.50).
Taman Jurong Food Centre‘s Tai Seng Fish Soup joins the MICHELIN-guide lineup with piping-hot bowls of Mixed Fish Soup (S$6.50/S$8.50/S$10.50) and Fish Head Soup (S$6.50) together with Thick Bee Hoon (S$1) or Porridge (S$1).
The other 11 stalls include Hwa Heng Beef Noodles, Top 1 Home Made Noodles, Joo Chiat’s The Viet Roti, Old Teochew, Ramen King, and Auntie Jessie Traditional Rojak.
Explore the basement grounds, and you’ll encounter various takeaway kiosks and dine-in eateries. If you’re passing by Korean-French bakery Tous les Jours Cafe, drop by and pick up some pastries for your afternoon perk-me-up.
For buttery pastries, head over to Home’s Favourite Bakes for its Black Pepper Chicken Pie (S$6.80 for small, S$32.80 for large), Original Chicken Shepherd’s Pie (S$6.80 for small, S$32.80 for large), and Boulevard Creamy (S$7.20 for small), a creamy step-up of a chicken pie. For a quick lunch solution, stop by Khao for its range of slightly-upmarket modern Asian bowls like Kampung Satay Khao (S$15.80 for regular) and Umami Pork Khao (S$12 for mini).
If you have a craving for Western fare, The Fish & Chips Shop has you covered with Fish & Chips (S$16), Fish Dog (S$7.80), and Mashed Potato Balls (S$7). Then follow the smell of coffee coming from Bedok’s percolate. for a cup of Flat White (S$6/S$7), Coconut Latte (S$6.50/S$7,50), and Matcha Latte (S$6.50).
Wondering what else this place has in store? Then do visit the basement of TANGS at Tangs Plaza to discover more!
