3 Meals a Day

3 Meals a Day has consistently been THE place to go to for salted egg chicken rice! I came here, for the second time, on a Friday during lunch hour and it was packed. It completely slipped my mind that the working crowd would frequent this establishment during their lunch hours. In spite of the snaking long queue, it moved relatively fast due to the amazing queue management by the staff. Everything was labelled clearly - payment queue one line, table queue another. This alleviated the stress of finding a table before placing your order - a typical issue in Singapore haha After over a year of not eating here, the food is still as good as I remember it! $11.80 for salted egg chicken rice, with an egg and extra chicken. Reasonably priced food in 2026. Their drinks, something that most restaurants would overcharge for due to higher margins, is kept at a modest $2 for a kopi C kosong peng. Surprising, given that surrounding hawkers charge $2.50 and more for the equivalent. Would keep visiting 3 Meals a Day as long as standards are kept high :) Keep up the great work!

One of, if not the most popular restaurants in Singapore for salted egg dishes, although they do serve up many other mini-wok zichar dishes. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and the place was super crowded. The ordering and queuing system was chaotic, but once you figure out how it works, ordering and getting a seat was surprisingly fast. I got the classic salted egg chicken rice ($7.80) which came with small battered pieces of chicken doused in creamy salted egg sauce and a side of keropok. The salted egg flavour was decent, 7/10 in terms of prominence. Chicken was not dry or hard, good amount of sauce to go with rice. Portion size is a bit small for the price and rather inconsistent as I saw other tables with the same dish but significantly more chicken. It’s a decent dish but not anything special that you can’t find anywhere else (aka next door or most zichar). I definitely would not be queuing for it.

pulling a tourist move by trying out sg’s most famous salted egg chicken and honestly, we had a great time! it’s located inside sim lim square. the place was quite packed the moment we got in (it was during lunch break so understandable). the egg sauce was very thick & creamy so it got overwhelming after several bites😅 it’s not for me personally but still, it’s delicious and nice to try! my husband ordered mongolian chicken and it was slightly more herby (?) than the salted egg… i prefer the latter though

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Local Chinese Food Experience at 3 Meals a Day, Sim Lim Square If you are looking for delicious and affordable local Chinese cuisine in Singapore, 3 Meals a Day at Sim Lim Square (1st Floor, #02-01) is definitely worth visiting. The restaurant is well-known for its signature Salted Egg dishes, and after trying several of their specialties, I can understand why it has become so popular among both locals and tourists. The restaurant offers a wide variety of menu options, ranging from classic Chinese dishes to a convenient self-service buffet section where customers can choose their preferred dishes. Everything is displayed neatly, making it easy to decide what to order. My personal favorites were the Salted Egg Pork Ribs, Cheezy Butter Chicken, and Cereal Chicken. The Salted Egg Pork Ribs were perfectly cooked, coated with a rich and creamy salted egg sauce that was packed with flavor. The Cheezy Butter Chicken was incredibly addictive with its savory and slightly sweet taste, while the Cereal Chicken provided a wonderful crispy texture and aromatic flavor. Another highlight is the chili sauce and sambal acar, which can be taken freely in individual cups. The chili sauce in particular was absolutely delicious and paired perfectly with almost every dish on the menu. The restaurant is conveniently located just a short walk from Rochor MRT Station, making it very accessible. Cleanliness is well-maintained despite the high customer traffic, and the dining area is comfortable and spacious enough for both individuals and groups. The cashier staff were efficient and professional, ensuring that billing was accurate and quick. Additional charges are clearly explained, such as SGD 0.80 for an extra egg and SGD 0.30 for takeaway packaging, which reflects good transparency in pricing. One feature I particularly liked was their takeaway system. After placing an order, customers receive a paging alarm device that notifies them once the food is ready for collection. This makes the ordering process organized and convenient. Considering the excellent food quality, generous portions, wide menu selection, convenient location, and affordable pricing, 3 Meals a Day offers outstanding value for money. It is impressive that a restaurant of this quality, recognized by food enthusiasts and frequently recommended by visitors to Singapore, continues to maintain such reasonable prices. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sim Lim Square, Rochor, or Bugis area. I will definitely return on my next trip to Singapore. Recommended Dishes: ✅ Salted Egg Pork Ribs ✅ Cheezy Butter Chicken ✅ Cereal Chicken ✅ Chinese Buffet Selections ✅ Chili Sauce & Sambal Acar (Must Try!) - Free🌶️🍗🍚🇸🇬

I visited at around 11:00 AM, so it wasn’t too crowded yet. There was a wide variety of dishes to choose from, but I came specifically to try their famous salted egg chicken. I ordered the Salted Egg Chicken with Rice for SGD 8.60 and a Lemongrass Iced Tea for SGD 2.20. The food was delicious, the restaurant was clean, and the portion was satisfying. The other dishes on display also looked incredibly appetizing, and I’d definitely love to come back to try more of the menu.

I have to write this review because of the lovely and kind owner. If she reads this, I'm truly grateful to her! Following the success of TikTok, during my 6-day trip to Singapore, the meals at 3 Meals were the best. First, the food suited my taste; second, the rice was hot; and third, the restaurant was cool and airy, not stuffy and hot. The lunch was so delicious that our group went back for dinner, but we forgot to bring cash, and we hadn't downloaded Zalo Pay yet. Remembering we still had some cash, the three of us huddled together to count if we had enough, since the restaurant only accepts cash or QR codes. Luckily, we had enough, but only enough for two plates of rice and noodles and one latte. Then, when we went to eat, the owner gave us an extra plate of rice and two glasses of lemon tea and milk tea! 😭😭 Later, we learned that because we were a group of three but only ordered two dishes and one drink, she took pity on us and gave them to us. She said it was a gift from her, a present from her, and we should eat it. We were so incredibly happy. We are so grateful for her kindness. Next time we return to Singapore, we will definitely bring some Vietnamese gifts for her ❤️

Despite being located in an old, slightly damp shopping mall, Quan was still very crowded (with both locals and customers). We arrived around 10 am and had to queue, but ordering went very quickly. The salted egg chicken rice was a must-try and lived up to expectations; the spicy lemongrass chicken rice was also very interesting. The prices were cheap compared to other dishes we had eaten in Singapore.

My rating: 2.5/5 - average 5/5 - a must-try, will travel for it TLDR: 4.5/5 - this is the stall to try in Sim Lim This is the better of the 2 stalls when comparing with the stall, Taste Good, next door, will always visit here for Salted Egg Chicken (and to try the other butter, lemongrass, and cereal dishes) 4.5/5 (wld be perfect if served in a metal bowl) - the salted egg yolk taste was rich with a spice kick, sufficiently creamy but not cloying, sauce is sufficient to coat all the rice - freshly fried and fragrant chicken stands out even with the great sauce - rice was perfectly cooked with separated grains able to hold the sauce - comes with keropok / prawn crackers that adds another way to enjoy the sauce - service was helpful in finding us a seat - would be good to come 6-6.30, peak crowd after 6.30