Hong Style Fried Rice (四哥炒饭) - this is one of my favourite fried rice haunts at Yishun. Located within a Kim San Leng (金山岭) coffeeshop, the positioning of the stall is simple - bring affordable, restaurant-quality fried rice to the heartlands.

If you are visiting Singapore and looking to try out high-quality, local fare that you may not have tried in your country, I will highly recommend trying!

Founders and chefs

Opened in 2021, Hong Style Fried Rice is founded and operated by ex-Din Tai Fung chefs. Having honed their skills and cooked for close to 10 years in a restaurant,  these chefs bring a refined touch to the classic fried rice dish. You can watch them as they cook your meal with impressive wok skills that result in well-balanced fried rice—tastes just right and neither too oily nor overcooked.

Quick note: Din Tai Fung is a world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant chain famous for its handcrafted xiao long bao (soup dumplings) — delicate steamed buns filled with minced pork and rich broth. Founded in Taipei in 1958, it specializes in Taiwanese and Shanghainese cuisine, known for precision, consistency, and clean flavors. Beyond xiao long bao, Din Tai Fung is celebrated for dishes like fried rice with pork chop or shrimp, spicy wontons, steamed chicken soup, braised beef noodles, and dumpling varieties. 

The fried rice menu

At Hong Style Fried Rice, you will find a diverse range of fried rice, noodles, and side dishes, primarily influenced by Taiwanese and Singaporean comfort food. The fried rice options are particularly noteworthy, with several toppings available to customize your dish. Here’s a closer look:

Fried rice series

These are the different categories of fried rice dishes that the stall offers. My personal favourites are the Garlic Egg Fried Rice with either luncheon meat or pork chop add-ons.

• Golden Egg Fried Rice (黄金蛋炒饭) — Signature / Must Try. This classic fried rice features eggs and spring onions. It is a well-executed dish that showcases the chefs' skills. Price: From $4.30 (Plain) to $7.30 (Clams)
• Garlic Egg Fried Rice (蒜香蛋炒饭) - Infused with a strong garlic aroma, this dish is a favorite for those who appreciate bold flavors. Price: $4.50–$7.50
• Dark Sauce Egg Fried Rice (酱油蛋炒饭) - Slightly darker and sweeter due to soy sauce, this version adds depth to the traditional fried rice. Price: $5.30–$8.50
• Sambal Egg Fried Rice (叁巴蛋炒饭) - This dish adds a spicy local twist with sambal chili, appealing to those who enjoy a kick in their meals. Price: $5.20–$8.70
• Kimchi Egg Fried Rice (泡菜蛋炒饭) - A Korean-inspired option that incorporates tangy kimchi, providing a unique flavor profile. Price: $5.30–$8.80

Among these options, the Garlic Egg Fried Rice paired with either luncheon meat or pork chop is particularly popular, balancing flavors and textures well.

Add-ons

Hong Style Fried Rice allows customization through various add-ons to enhance your meal:

• Luncheon Meat 午餐肉 - $2.00
• Shrimp 虾仁 - $3.50
• Clams 啦啦 - $3.50
• Spicy Chicken Chop 鸡扒 🌶️ - $4.00
• Pork Chop 猪扒 - $4.00
• Buffalo Wings (3pcs) 鸡中翅 🌶️ - $2.00
•  Buffalo Wings (6pcs) 鸡中翅 🌶️ - $3.90

This customization allows you to tailor your meal to suit your preferences, whether you prefer a simple dish or a more elaborate combination.

Noodles

• Scallion Noodles (葱油面) — Simple dry noodles tossed in aromatic scallion oil sauce. Price: $4.00
• Scallion Noodles with Pork Chop (葱油面配猪扒) — Same base noodles topped with their signature pork chop. Price: $6.50
• Scallion Noodles with Chicken Chop (鸡扒葱油面) — Variation with crispy chicken chop instead. Price: $7.00

These noodles serve as a complement to the fried rice, offering additional choices for those looking for variety.

Media coverage and community reception

Since opening, the stall has gained tremendous accolades and extensive coverage across Singapore media outlets, food blogs, and social media platforms. 

Lianhe Zaobao (联合早报) had an article that highlighted the chefs’ journey from fine dining (Din Tai Fung) to hawker entrepreneurship, their affordable pricing, and their passion for bringing high-end fried rice to the heartlands. In fact, they were featured multiple times (articles dated 30 Oct 2021 and 1 Nov 2021).

Well-known food bloggers like Miss Tam Chiak and ordering platforms, such as FoodieSG, Eatbook, Burpple, OpenRice, Foursquare, have listed or reviewed the stall positively, on their affordability, generous portions, and authentic wok hei flavor.

Why you should try

• Experienced chefs: The chefs bring restaurant-quality practices and meticulousness to the cuisine. 
• Affordable quality: Premium restaurant-quality fried rice at hawker prices.
• Good flavour balance: The dishes are designed to be flavorful while maintaining balance, such as avoiding excessive oiliness.
• Highlight on pork chop: The tender and flavorful pork chop is a standout item that many patrons recommend, drawing comparisons to their previous work at Din Tai Fung.
• Wok hei: Many diners appreciate the authentic flavor that comes from the high-heat cooking technique.

Location and accessibility

You can find Hong Style Fried Rice at Block 2 Yishun Industrial Street 1, #01-12 Northpoint Bizhub. The stall's location in a busy coffeeshop makes it easily accessible to both locals and visitors. Its casual setting allows for a relaxed meal experience, whether you choose to dine in or take away.