EatAlley is a food court in Somerset with Malaysian stalls
If you’re a fan of Malaysian food, chances are that EatAlley in Orchard Gateway will be right up your alley. The premium food court has just celebrated its third anniversary with a major revamp, expanding from eight to 13 stalls.
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The lineup showcases an even wider selection of Malaysian street food, preserving authentic recipes while keeping most dishes under $10—so you can enjoy a taste of Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Ipoh without leaving Singapore.
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Among the new additions are Awesome Char Koay Teow‘s Penang Char Koay Teow ($9.80). Here, Penang-imported rice noodles are wok-fried with fresh cockles, prawns, beansprouts, and chives, tossed in a blend of six authentic sauces from Penang, and then crowned with a sunny-side-up egg. Now run by a third-generation chef, the stall has continued its culinary legacy since opening eight years ago and recently earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026.
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For something comforting, check out NaJian Ipoh Kueh Teow, also new on the lineup. Their signature Kai Si Hor Fun ($8.80), also known as Ipoh kway teow, features silky flat rice noodles imported from Ipoh, topped with shredded chicken, and served in a slow-simmered broth made from chicken and pork bones, plus prawn shells. The result is a light yet deeply flavourful bowl with a subtle, natural sweetness.
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Next up, Penang Road Laksa @ Chan Ping Kopitiam. Learned from a master with over 25 years of experience, the EatAlley culinary team uses fresh selayang fish, assam paste, and a chili mix imported from Penang, along with lemongrass and shallots, which are slowly cooked into the Penang Assam Laksa ($8.80) broth for over four hours.
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The two other new additions are Petaling Street Grill Fish, known for their Signature Stingray ($9.80) and Lala ($9.80), and Xiao Lin Hokkien Prawn Mee. The latter has been around for over 50 years, serving up their famous soupy Hokkien Prawn Mee (from $9.80) prepared using the same ingredients, suppliers, and methods since day one.
Besides the new stalls, fans can also expect EatAlley’s crowd favourites here. Those who frequently make trips to KL may be familiar with Koon Kee Wan Tan Mee, a popular wonton mee stall in the city that has been around since the 1940s. Their Duo Combo Wanton Noodle ($10.80), which comes with char siew, chicken feet, and braised mushrooms, is worth the splurge. As you’d expect from good Malaysian-style wonton mee, their egg noodles are coated with dark sauce. Based on our experience, the char siew is also deliciously smoky, juicy, and sweet, with just the right fat-to-meat ratio.
If you love nasi lemak as much as we do, don’t leave without trying Kampung Nasi Lemak. The popular, no-name roadside stall in KL is run by a 37-year-old Malaysian founder nicknamed Fatty, who has moved to Singapore to oversee the operations here. The Nasi Lemak with Ayam Berempah ($9.80) stars a whole deep-fried chicken thigh paired with a generous mount of freshly cooked coconut rice. You can add on toppings such as fried egg ($1.50) and sambal cockles ($3), too!
Another fan favourite dish is Uncle Beh Pork Noodle‘s Signature Pork Noodle Combo ($10.80), a must-order if you’re into heavier flavours. This gets you a big bowl of rich and hearty broth that has been cooked with pork bones for many hours, alongside a medley of sliced pork, liver, intestines and more.
Definitely opt for the dry version that includes a bowl of mee tai mak tossed in a rich dark sauce and lard mix that’s sweet, savoury, and greasy in the best way possible.
While you’re there, drop by Hong Lai Hokkien Mee, known as Kedai Kopi Dan Makanan Hong Lai in KL, for their KL Hokkien Mee ($9.80) and Moonlight Kway Teow ($9.80). There’s also Soong Kee Beef Noodle, a legendary stall that has been around since 1945.
End things on a sweet note with a bowl of Chendol ($3.50) over at the drinks and desserts stall. This refreshing dessert made for the perfect end to our indulgent Malaysian feast at EatAlley.
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The food court sits around 150 people, but the space quickly gets packed during peak meal times. It sports a modern and elegant look with its green and gold aesthetic: think marbled tables, rattan chairs, and hanging pendant lights.
For more food in the area, check out our Somerset food guide. You can also read our guide to the best JB food places, including cafes, hawkers, and restaurants, if you’re crossing the causeway soon.
Address: 277 Orchard Road, Singapore 238858
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 9pm
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EatAlley is not halal-certified.
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Photos taken by Anthia Chng and edited by Melvin Mak.
This was a media tasting at EatAlley.
Feature image adapted from EatAlley
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