Hong Lai KL Hokkien Mee brings the authentic taste of Kuala Lumpur's most famous noodle dish to Singapore's Orchard Road, operating from Eat Alley Food Court at Orchard Gateway #B2-12. With 56 years of experience since 1970, Hong Lai has grown from a humble roadside stall in Jalan Genting Klang to a renowned restaurant chain, now bringing their signature Hokkien Mee to Singaporean diners seeking genuine KL flavors.
The restaurant's signature dish features thick yellow noodles stir-fried in a rich, dark soy-based sauce with pork slices, prawns, fish cake, chunky egg pieces, and crispy pork lard—the essential elements that define authentic KL-style Hokkien Mee. What distinguishes this version from Singaporean Hokkien Mee is the cooking method and sauce base, resulting in a dish that's distinctly different in flavor profile from local variations. Priced at .80, it represents a premium option compared to typical hawker center prices, but reflects both the prime location and the authenticity of the recipe.
Part of the seven-stall Eat Alley Food Court in Orchard Gateway's basement, Hong Lai shares space with other famous Malaysian food vendors including Koon Kee Wanton Mee, Siong Huat Bah Kut Teh, Kam Heong Braised Duck, and Soong Kee Beef Noodle. This concentration of Malaysian culinary heavyweights creates a destination for Malaysian food lovers who can sample multiple regional specialties in one visit.
For Singaporean diners who have experienced KL Hokkien Mee in Malaysia or Malaysians living in Singapore craving a taste of home, Hong Lai offers an authentic option in the heart of Orchard Road. The restaurant's five decades of experience ensure that each bowl delivers the consistent quality and flavor that has made them a KL institution.
Orchard Road
Operating Hours
Closed
Price Distribution
$1–20100%
$20–400%
$40–600%
Our Menu
Menu Highlights
A1. KL HOKKIEN MEE
$9.80
-Take Away Box
$0.30
-ADD VEGETABLES
$1.00
A4. WAT TAN HOR
$9.80
-Take Away Box
$0.30
Menu Highlights
KL HOKKIEN MEE
$9.80
吉隆玻福建面
$9.80
MOONLIGHT KWAY TEOW
$9.80
月光河
$9.80
WAT TAN HOR
$9.80
滑蛋河
$9.80
PENANG CHAR KWAY TEOW
$9.80
槟城炒果条
$9.80
Menu Highlights
KL HOKKIEN MEE
PENANG CHAR KWAY TEOW
$5.98
SIONG HUAT BAH KU TEH
PORK NOODLE
Photo Gallery
The counter and signage of Hong Lai KL Hokkien Mee, a food stall.
A plate of delicious KL Hokkien Mee with prawns and pickled chilies.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with a fried egg on top.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with succulent prawns and thick noodles.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with fried eggs on top.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with succulent prawns and noodles.
A close-up shot of a plate of Hokkien Mee with succulent prawns and vegetables.
A receipt from Hong Lai KL Hokkien Mee showing food items and prices.
A plate of Hokkien Mee with a raw egg yolk and chopped vegetables.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with a side of chili sauce and chopsticks.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with a fried egg on top, served with chopsticks and a spoon.
A digital menu displays popular dishes from Hong Lai KL Hokkien Mee with prices.
A close-up of a spoonful of Hokkien Mee with a side of pickled chilies.
The sign and menu display for Hong Lai KL Hokkien Mee, a restaurant.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with prawns and vegetables, served with chopsticks.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with a nearly empty plate in the background.
A plate of delicious Hokkien Mee with prawns and a fried egg, served in a restaurant.
A plate of dark, savory Hokkien Mee noodles topped with crispy fried garlic.
Interior view of Hong Lai KL Hokkien Mee restaurant with customers and menu displays.
A close-up shot of a delicious plate of Hokkien Mee with a side of chili sauce.
A food stall display with a menu board showing KL Hokkien Mee and other dishes.
A plate of KL Hokkien Mee with a drink and a receipt on a table.
No wok hei on dishes and a little bland. Not great but portion size is decent with decent amount of pork lard. The worst thing is that the cockles were all fully cooked (wayyy over cooked!) and extremely rubbery which was a strange texture in the dish.
Jade
Dear Owner,
Please state your worker's lunch hours for customer to know. Came to the stall and wanted to order and was told that they having lunch all 4 of them together.
I was told to come back an hour later. If you dont want to lose more potential customers, please state your workers lunch time OR fire them.
1625hrs 4 May 2025
Kathy Sufianto
I ordered wat tan hor take away and you did not give me the kwe tiau inside. This is such a scam.
Positive Reviews
GT Hodge
Liked their KL Hokkien Mee, nice and tasty, “creamy” sauce, but maybe a bit less smokey taste than some I’ve had. Recommend adding some of the chili sauce offered as a condiment. Ordering is easy via touch screen terminal and they accept credit cards. You are provided the option of ordering extra prawn, extra pork lard, etc. but there is some included in the base price which was sufficient for me. How I wish this place was here when I lived nearby. Try it you’ll like it!
Cedric Seet
The most legit KL hokkien mee in Singapore. As a foodie you will realise it’s tough to find any semblance of KL Hokkien Mee in Singapore. It’s not as good as the ones you can get in KL, but it does the job.
One note though, I asked for pork lard to be given as it’s a relatively essential ingredient to the dish and the guy said he has already fried it in and refused to give any more, leaving a relatively bitter taste to the service I experienced. ( Got 4-5 small pieces fried in)
derek neo
Best KL Hokkien Mee in Singapore. Maybe not as good wokhey as those on KL but is certainly one of the best in Singapore. Generous portions with tasty pork lard and flavourful noodles.
Eros Ng
After eating 1 plate actually is full. Happen to see Hokkien bee hoon which I miss eating many years back in KL so I order to try, the aroma very powerful.
Shel Oui
Very guilty pleasure in the heart of Singapore. I lost count how many times i have eaten here. I have brought so many people here to try it out. Its really hard to find this KL style so conveniently in SG. Chilli is subtle. Recently i started the mifen/mian instead. The mix is delightful too.