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Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (New Bridge Road)
Bib Gourmand flagship of the bak kut teh brand that began as a pushcart in 1969, serving peppery Teochew-style pork rib soup by the river.
At a glance
- Type
- Teochew bak kut teh
- Area
- Clarke Quay, Singapore
- Price
- $ · Budget
- Official site
- songfa.com.sg
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Bib Gourmand
Why we recommend it
Song Fa began in 1969 as a pushcart run by founder Yeo Eng Song, and its New Bridge Road shop near Clarke Quay holds a Bib Gourmand in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Singapore. The speciality is Teochew-style bak kut teh: meaty pork ribs simmered in a clear, garlicky broth sharpened with white pepper, which staff will top up as you eat.
Order the ribs with rice, braised peanuts, salted vegetables and youtiao, the fried dough sticks made for dunking in the soup, and finish with a pot of Chinese tea. Queues build at lunchtime and on weekend evenings, though turnover is quick. It is a convenient stop from Clarke Quay MRT station or after a walk along the Singapore River.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh (New Bridge Road) FAQs
What is bak kut teh?
A pork rib soup; Song Fa serves the peppery, garlicky Teochew style.
Does this outlet have a MICHELIN distinction?
Yes, the New Bridge Road outlet holds a Bib Gourmand in the 2026 guide.