Cuppage Fried Guo Tiao — Hidden gem CKT stall to shutter on 5 Apr

It’s the beginning of the month however the finish of an period for Cuppage Fried Guo Tiao. This beloved old-school char kway teow stall is slated to drag down its shutters come 5 Apr 2024.

Cuppage Fried Guo Tiao is what many could deem a hidden gem. This humble CKT stall is located within the nondescript Kou Wei Consuming Home alongside Higher Cross Road in Chinatown.

In keeping with a publish within the Can Eat! SG Fb group, the stall’s impending closure is because of its proprietor’s determination to bow out of the hawker scene. The publish obtained a number of dismayed reactions and feedback by members who expressed their intention to rush down for a last plate.

It’s clear that Cuppage Fried Guo Tiao will likely be missed by many, and for good cause. The stall is well-loved for simply the one merchandise: Fried Guo Tiao.

For a very long time, the smallest plate set patrons again simply S$3. Whereas the costs have (inevitably) been adjusted, they continue to be at a wallet-friendly level of S$4 or S$5 for an everyday and huge plate respectively.

Don’t confuse the stall with the similarly-named Cuppage Fried Kway Teow Hokkien Mee within the close by Hong Lim Meals Centre. Additionally, you definitely shouldn’t underestimate their tackle the dish regardless of the stall’s proximity to a number of CKT ‘greats’.

In keeping with on-line critiques, there appears to be a lot to laud concerning the Fried Guo Tiao. For one, every plate is fried contemporary to order. It’s mentioned to lean moist and candy, although not overwhelmingly so in both area.

You possibly can count on to obtain a plate with a beneficiant serving to of kway teow and noodles, stir-fried with loads of elements resembling fishcake, lup cheong and loads of taugeh that lend the dish a refreshing crunch. Most significantly, it’s mentioned to boast a outstanding wok hei that not solely shines by in flavour but additionally aroma.

It’s a pity that this gem of a stall to many will likely be shuttering. On the intense aspect, you continue to have a couple of extra days to take pleasure in a last plate; even perhaps a primary if you happen to’ve by no means.

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