Seng Kee 119 Steam Fish Head

First time visiting, this stall located at the Chinatown point hawker center is almost a heritage site of it's on with how long it's been around. Famous for their steam head fish it's a must visit if you love seafood in Singapore. The prices are not only quite fair per dish but everything is delicious. We ordered the steam fish head in soybean sauce which was smooth and well seasoned but be careful of the bones. The fragrant roasted beans that were crispy on the outside with a tinge of spice and soft on the inside, delicious 😋. The vegetable steam tofu that's decent only but packed with veggies. Finally, the sweet & sour pork ribs which were amazing 🤩, it's probably the best dish we had as it was soft, silky and easy to bite, the sauce is also amazingly balanced being just right. Overall, fantastic long standing shop that's also in my opinion a must visit if you are ever in Singapore. Thank you for reading my review ☺️

[CHINATOWN, SINGAPORE] Many people don't seem to know that Chinatown Complex Hawker Centre is actually quite known for their steamed fish head dishes, with at least 5 stalls selling the same thing. Seng Kee 119 is known to be the original steamed fish head stall and I've had it 5 years ago and standards seem to be the same! The Steamed Fish Head ($20) was traditionally doused in a thick fermented bean sauce that can be quite salty on its own. The fish itself was very fresh, as its meat was flaky yet bouncy, with a natural sweetness. This is still good to share among 3-4! The pork lard was fresh as well, adding extra umami to the dish. However, now thinking about it a few hours later, the flavour may be heavy on the fermented bean, but it seems rather... one dimensional. Perhaps other stalls that have innovated may be able to provide a new flavour combination that can entice me to go back 😂 wonder if anyone has tried this dish from other stalls that is worth a try?

Kitty, our friends, and I recently visited Seng Kee 119 Steam Fish Head, located in the heart of Chinatown Complex Food Centre. We were on a mission to cycle around the city for a crowd task, and before embarking on our journey, we decided to grab some dinner at this hawker stall based on a friend's strong recommendation. He told us how good the hot steamed fish in their signature sauce was and said it was a must try. Chinatown Complex is known for offering cheap and authentic local food, and Seng Kee 119 definitely has that classic hawker vibe. As for the ambiance of Seng Kee 119 itself, it's a traditional hawker stall located within a bustling hawker center. The stall appeared clean and well organized, with cooking equipment and ingredients neatly arranged. Seng Kee 119 specializes in steamed fish head, a dish popular among the Cantonese. They're known for their signature steam fish head in hot sauce, which is what we ordered. Since there were four of us, and our friend's wife is a vegetarian and doesn't eat fish, we ordered a portion of the steamed fish for three people, along with two rice. The total came to $21.60. Our friend mentioned that in the past, the same fish dish used to cost less than $10. He said it gradually increased to $13, then $15, and now, including the rice, it's $21.60. Quite a difference. When the dish arrived, its a whole fish head, sat in a pool of dark brown, rich, and glossy hot sauce. The dish was artfully garnished with thinly sliced scallions, julienned ginger, and fermented bean paste, adding visual appeal and a promise of delicious flavor. The sauce had a medium thickness, coating the fish beautifully. The fish is steamed fresh, and it took about 20 minutes to prepare. The.service was also great. The owner is also very generous with the amount of rice they gave. It felt like one and a half bowls compared to what you get elsewhere. I felt that the fish was fresh and tasty. However, Kitty, who is more sensitive to the taste of fish, mentioned that she detected a slight "soil" smell within the fish meat. I could understand what she meant, as it's likely the fish isn't from the sea but from a pond, which can sometimes impart that earthy flavor. Despite that, the overall experience with this store was still enjoyable. Because of the rich history, the owner's sincerity, and the flavor of the fish, I think this store is worth a visit.

When you visit Chinatown at Smith Street, don’t miss Seng Kee 119 Steam Fish Head at Chinatown Complex Hawker Centre. I tried the Fish Head in Hot Sauce and Kangkong Sambal with Cuttlefish the fish was fresh and tender, soaking up the spicy-tangy sauce beautifully. The kangkong was crisp, sambal aromatic, and the cuttlefish perfectly cooked. A flavorful meal worth coming back for.

Tucked deep within the bustling Chinatown Complex Hawker Centre on Smith Street, Seng Kee Steamed Fish Head is a familiar name to locals who swear by their signature dish - steamed fish head in hot sauce. This no-frills spot may test your tolerance for heat and humidity, but at just $20 per fish head, it's easy to see why tables fill up fast. We've returned a few times for their famed fish - always fresh, always generous in portion. The signature hot sauce still holds its own, delivering that satisfying spicy kick. However, this round we ventured to try their Hong Kong-style steamed fish and were a little let down - the sauce leaned too salty and lacked the layered depth we were hoping for. On a brighter note, the fried string beans with dried shrimps were a surprise hit - perfectly crisp & fragrant. My conclusion is come for the fish head in hot sauce and great value. Skip the HK-style steam. A solid choice for a quick, budget-friendly meal in the heart of Chinatown.