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Sin Huat Eating House

659-661 Lor 35 Geylang, Singapore 389589

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659-661 Lor 35 Geylang, Singapore 389589

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+65 6744 9755
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sin Huat Eating House

This rustic Geylang corner serves Singapore’s definitive dry-style crab bee hoon under whirling kopitiam fans. Diners arrive without a printed menu in sight—dish selection unfolds in an unvarnished omakase rhythm dictated by what fresh live seafood hit the kitchen. Expect thick rice vermicelli braised until it drinks up every drop of pure crab reduction, garlic, and sliced red chilli alongside massive fresh mud crab. Between plates of steamed garlic prawns and gong gong, the deliberate pacing lets the intense crustacean juices soak deep into every strand.

  • Signature dry crab bee hoon: Thick vermicelli braised dry until it absorbs rich crab reduction, aromatics, and fresh mud crab juices.
  • No-menu ordering style: Selections are guided conversationally without a printed menu based on the day's fresh live seafood catches.
  • Old-school coffeeshop setting: Classic open-air Geylang coffee shop environment pairing unpretentious service with premium live seafood dishes.
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Reasons to Choose Sin Huat Eating House

Why diners seek out Sin Huat Eating House for iconic crab bee hoon and unvarnished coffeeshop seafood

  • Dry-Braised Crab Bee Hoon Infusion

    Thick vermicelli is braised dry until it thoroughly absorbs the crab juices, savoury sauce, and garlic reduction instead of swimming in broth.

    This dry version is quite unique in its own way, and very different from the usual soupy Crab Bee Hoon

    Soon Huat Sim

  • Massive Fresh, Meaty Crabs

    Diners receive generous portions featuring exceptionally large, fresh, and meaty crabs cooked to order.

    Crab was extra large, meaty and fresh, beehoon absorbed all the goodness and making every bit incredibly satisfying.

    Sophia “Fluffy” S

  • Justified Pride in Culinary Mastery

    Long cooking times and premium pricing are consistently redeemed by culinary mastery and uncompromising seafood quality.

    We heard rumours and saw the review but if you respect the level of mastery and the man himself, you'll be in for a treat.

    Xiantr

  • Unpretentious Heritage Food Memories

    The humble coffeeshop and unchanged recipes evoke decades of personal dining memories and heritage continuity.

    This is what authentic food should feel like: unpretentious, honest, and focused entirely on quality.

    Lin Che Wei

  • Atmospheric Geylang Kopitiam Gathering

    The open-air, unvarnished Geylang coffeeshop setting offers visitors and locals an authentic snapshot of Singapore dining culture.

    Still excellent with an ambience only Geylang can give. The mee hoon was soaked in the crab juices and the crab was succulent. Not cheap but that’s what good food costs nos. S great place to bring Singaporeans and foreigners.

    Freddy Orchard

  • Conversational Omakase Ordering

    An unprinted menu where dishes are guided omakase-style by the operators creates an intimate, personal dining dynamic for groups.

    The chef kindly took the time to explain the menu and guide us through what we could expect, making the meal feel welcoming and personal.

    Mr Waffless

Iconic seafood dishes and house specialties prepared fresh to order in Geylang

  • Crab Bee Hoon

    A hidden gem in the coffeeshop setting with absolutely fantastic crab bee hoon.

    Sophia “Fluffy” S

  • Steamed Garlic Prawns

    The seafood was impressively fresh, particularly the Steamed Garlic Prawns, whose natural sweetness was beautifully complemented by the fragrant garlic.

    Mr Waffless

  • Gong Gong

    I also love their gong gong it’s incredibly fresh and something I never skip ordering.

    Adya Filly Pramesti

  • Fishball Soup

    Must get the fishball soup, and steamed prawns, if I absolutely had to choose.

    Yiau Daniel

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and thoughtful service details observed at Sin Huat Eating House

  • Mid-Meal Plate Refreshing

    Seeing plates piling up with discarded crab shells and debris mid-meal, the hostess proactively swaps them out for fresh, clean plates so guests can continue dining comfortably.

  • Personalized Menu Guidance

    Rather than ordering from a standard written card, diners receive direct table-side guidance where dishes and daily fresh catches are personally explained and recommended omakase-style.

  • Kitchen-Paced Course Coordination

    The front of house closely observes dining speed and synchronizes order flow directly with the solo kitchen master, delivering dishes at a tailored, clockwork pace.

  • Hospitality and Complimentary Treats

    Guests have been personally greeted by the chef-owner sharing welcoming conversation, including an impromptu complimentary glass of soya bean drink at the end of the meal.

Before you head over

Essential dining tips for navigating timing, ordering, and the rustic setting at Sin Huat Eating House

  • Factor in Prep Time for Crabs

    Expect wait times of 30 to 45 minutes for your signature crab bee hoon, as live crabs are individually cleaned and braised fresh in a dedicated one-man kitchen.

  • Order Conversationally Without a Menu

    There is no printed menu or fixed pricing catalog; place your order conversationally with the hosts who recommend dishes omakase-style based on daily catch.

  • Dress for an Open-Air Coffeeshop

    Dining is set in a rustic, open-air coffeeshop with fans, so dress in light, breathable casual wear suitable for an outdoor Geylang tze char setting.

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