Founder Bak Kut Teh Near Me
This Founder Bak Kut Teh near me guide lists every Singapore outlet we could verify in public sources, with addresses, phone numbers, and hours, plus which outlet suits a first visit, a late supper, or an east side trip. One honest warning first: outlet listings for this chain do not always agree, and outlets open and close over time, so confirm your outlet before you travel. For the dishes to order when you get there, the Founder Bak Kut Teh menu hub has the full range.
Where is the nearest Founder Bak Kut Teh outlet?
It depends on where you are, but the chain clusters in the central and eastern parts of Singapore. The original shop sits on Balestier Road, the famous bak kut teh street, in the Novena area. The Hotel Boss and Bugis outlets cover the Lavender and Bugis area, Downtown East and Bedok Marketplace cover the east, and the Rangoon Road cafeteria sits near Farrer Park. Pick the one closest to you from the table below, and check its hours before you go.
| Outlet | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Balestier (original) | 347 Balestier Road, Singapore 329777 | 6352 6192 |
| Hotel Boss | 500 Jalan Sultan, #01-09, Singapore 199020 | 6816 2582 |
| Bugis | 530 North Bridge Road, #01-01, Singapore 188747 | 6255 3889 |
| Downtown East | 1 Pasir Ris Close, #01-310, Singapore 519599 | 6344 2588 |
| Bedok Marketplace | 348 Bedok Road, #02-21/32, Singapore | 8242 2222 |
| Rangoon Road cafeteria | 154 Rangoon Road, Singapore | 6292 0938 |
A note on this list: the first four outlets come from a 2020 news report that named them directly, while Bedok Marketplace and Rangoon Road come from business listings. Some older listings also mention a Clementi outlet that later showed as permanently closed, so we left it out. If an outlet on this list has closed since, the official website is the place to confirm.
Which Founder Bak Kut Teh outlet should you visit?
For a first visit, go to Balestier. It is the original shop, founded in 1978 by Mr Chua Chwee Whatt, and it carries the famous wall of celebrity photos that every guide mentions. The room is casual, the soup is the same Teochew-style peppery broth the chain built its name on, and the whole visit feels like the classic Singapore bak kut teh experience.
Balestier is the original, Hotel Boss is the late-night pick
Hotel Boss is the outlet for late eaters. Listings show it running to 5am, which makes it one of the few places in Singapore where you can get a proper bowl of bak kut teh after midnight. Bugis and Downtown East suit shoppers and east side families, since both sit inside busy malls and keep standard mall hours. If you would rather eat at home, the Founder Bak Kut Teh delivery menu guide covers the app options.
For a group meal, any outlet works, but Balestier and Hotel Boss have the most seating for a bigger table. If you are planning a group order, the Founder Bak Kut Teh combo meals guide shows how to build a set for two or four.
What are Founder Bak Kut Teh opening hours?
Hours differ by outlet, and listings for the same outlet do not always match, so treat these as a starting point and call ahead. Balestier is generally listed from late morning to around midnight, with several guides noting it is closed on Tuesdays. Hotel Boss is listed from morning to late night, with some listings running to 5am. Bugis is generally listed 9am to 10pm, Downtown East 10am to 10pm, Bedok Marketplace 10am to 10pm with Mondays closed on some listings, and the Rangoon Road cafeteria 9am to 11pm.
The Tuesday closure at Balestier is the detail that catches most people out, so if Balestier is your plan, avoid Tuesdays or call 6352 6192 first. Public holidays can also change hours, and the chain does not publish one single hours page that covers every outlet, which is why the phone call matters.
Founder Bak Kut Teh near me FAQ
Straight answers on the questions readers ask most about finding a Founder Bak Kut Teh outlet.
Where is the nearest Founder Bak Kut Teh outlet?
The original outlet is at 347 Balestier Road. Other Singapore outlets listed in public sources include Hotel Boss on Jalan Sultan, Bugis, Downtown East, Bedok Marketplace, and a Rangoon Road cafeteria. Verify before visiting, since outlet status changes.
Which Founder Bak Kut Teh outlet is open latest?
The Hotel Boss outlet on Jalan Sultan is the late-night pick, with listings showing hours running to 5am. The Balestier outlet runs to around midnight, according to most guides.
Is Founder Bak Kut Teh open on Tuesdays?
Some guides list the Balestier outlet as closed on Tuesdays. Other outlets keep different hours, so check the outlet you plan to visit before heading out.
Does Founder Bak Kut Teh have an outlet in the east?
Yes, public listings show a Bedok Marketplace outlet at 348 Bedok Road and a Downtown East outlet at 1 Pasir Ris Close. Confirm both are still operating before visiting.
Is Founder Bak Kut Teh halal?
No. Founder Bak Kut Teh serves pork dishes, so it is not a halal-certified eatery.