$1 unlimited porridge… too good to be true? 👀

If you’re always looking for supper spots… you need to save this 👀

There’s just something about old-school zi char that hits different and Gu Zao Ren Taiwan Porridge really gave that vibe.

The whole place feels like time stopped… proper wok skills, no shortcuts, just solid flavours 🔥

What we ordered:

🐔 Ginger Scallion Oil Kampung Chicken

Tender kampung chicken drenched in that fragrant ginger scallion oil — simple but done really well

🥬 Preserved Salted Vegetables with Pork 梅菜扣肉

Melt-in-your-mouth pork belly layered with savoury preserved vegetables… this one dangerous with porridge

🍜 Prosperity Seafood E-mian 海鲜伊面

Springy noodles soaking up rich seafood gravy, quite loaded with ingredients

🍳 Prawn Omelette 鲜虾煎蛋

Golden on the outside, fluffy inside, packed with juicy prawns

🌶️ Sambal Gui Miao 参巴龟苗

Crunchy greens coated in punchy sambal — savoury, spicy, very shiok

BUT the main reason people come…

🥣 Sweet potato porridge

First bowl is $1, then unlimited refills 😳

Thick, slightly sweet, super comforting, especially for late-night cravings

Menu got like 100+ dishes, so it’s really a spot we will keep coming back to!

📍Gu Zao Ren Taiwan Porridge

古早人台湾粥

391 Changi Rd,

S419840 

✨ 11am to 2am daily

🚇 5-min walk from Kembangan MRT

3/23 Edited to

... Read moreWhile the $1 unlimited sweet potato porridge is the star attraction, Gu Zao Ren's extensive menu truly impresses for supper lovers seeking variety. Beyond the classic preserved salted vegetables with pork, the Prosperity Seafood E-mian stands out with its springy noodles and rich gravy, perfect for seafood enthusiasts. I personally love the prawn omelette—crispy edges and fluffy inside, packed with juicy prawns that make it a must-try. The sambal gui miao adds a flavorful kick, balancing the meal with its savory and spicy notes. For those planning a visit, arriving during peak supper hours might mean a short wait, but the time is well worth the authentic zi char experience. Reservations are usually not required, making it a convenient option for spontaneous supper outings. Besides the amazing food, the nostalgic ambiance at Gu Zao Ren makes dining here a memorable experience — it's like stepping back to simpler times with no shortcuts taken in the cooking process. Definitely a place I’ll keep revisiting, especially when craving comforting, hearty Taiwanese-style porridge and delicacies late at night. Pro tip: Combine your porridge with various dishes from the extensive menu to create a perfect late-night feast that satisfies every craving!

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Doris.is.me

Yummy yummy I think I ate one 20 years ago haha

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