Alley Wei Tampines Halal Certified
Alley Wei Tampines Mall
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Alley Wei Tampines Mall #B1-10
+65 6970 7533
Alley Wei
At Tampines Mall, there’s a relatively new outlet that’s been the talk of the town – Alley Wei. This halal-certified eatery is a haven for those craving authentic Taiwanese street food with a unique twist. As I stepped into Alley Wei, the first thing that struck me was its no-frills, cozy ambiance that transported me straight to the bustling streets of Taiwan minus the smelly Tofu and pick pockets!
Alley Wei reminded me of a mini Din Tei Fung with the chefs all busy working like Minions behind the glass window for the world to see how it all works! But I guess Din Tai Fung being Taiwanese they need to follow suit on the coat tails of their success.
I did Visit Din Tai Fung Xinyi District, Taipei City, long before they became World Famous and the queue was damn long, well over an hour at least, we really did not have enough time to eat there that night, but a little old lady working there came through the crowd and ushered the only white guy in the queue forward and found us a table for two upstairs, my Singaporean Chinese colleague was taken a back!
That is what you call White Privilege and no I did not ask for it, it just happened, when the shoe is on the other foot I’d like to know what you would do! Suffice to say, the Xiao Long Bao were incredible and the rest is history! Now back to the Alley Wei review!
Alley Wei Review
Diving into the menu, the options were enticing. I started with the Pan-Fried Dumplings, priced at a reasonable $4.80. Each dumpling was a burst of flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside while maintaining a succulent interior. Moving on, the Scallion Pancake, priced at $4.20, was a delightful mix of flaky layers and a subtle hint of scallion – a perfect balance of texture and taste.
As many readers know I love my Chili accompaniments, here they have chili oil (so so, no that spicy), a chili sauce that did not enough for me to even take a picture or give it a mention, so somewhat lacking in that department. The Black Vinegar (no sliced ginger) was its saving grace!
An Alley Wei combo not to miss!
The star of the meal, however, was the Beef Noodle Soup ($8.80). The broth was a thin yet nourishing broth, complementing the tender beef slices and perfectly cooked noodles. Each spoonful was a warm hug to my soul ok I might be exaggerating here for effect. Whilst the beef slices were delectable what really surprised me was the large chunks of vegetable, the carrots and winter melon on this rainy day in Singapore went down a treat! More of that, yes please!
To wash down the meal or should I say finish the meal off, I opted for the Almond Soybean Milk, (Hot) at $2.60, they really did not have anything else on the menu that I would normally order so I went with what I might normally call a lefty woke drink but boy did I have to eat (drink) my words! P.S. I am neither Woke nor left after drinking said Almond Soy Drink! So I take it all back Soy Boy!
This was a creamy delight with just the right amount of sweetness. It reminded me of the Mr. Kiplings Almond slice cake I used to devour as a kid, ok teenager, ok adult by the box! Sadly (thankfully) not available here in Singapore but if they are and you are hiding these from me I will hunt you down!
Alley Wei Menu
Exploring further, the Alley Wei menu boasts an array of Beancurd dishes, like the intriguing Beef Beancurd (Hot) at $6.80 and the traditional Sweet Beancurd Hot at $2.60. For those seeking a more substantial bite, the Pau, Mantou section offers treats like the Steamed Chicken Pau (3 pcs) for $4.80 and the unique Steamed Fresh Milk Mantou (1 pc) at $1.80.
The Dumplings section is a paradise for dumpling lovers, with options like Chicken Dumplings with Beef Soup ($6.80) and a variety of Steamed Chicken Dumplings. Pancake enthusiasts aren’t left out, with choices ranging from the classic Red Bean Pancake ($3.80) to the indulgent Chicken Pancake ($4.30).
For a lighter snack, the Youtiao and Shaobing section, featuring items like the crispy Youtiao ($1.80) and the aromatic Sesame Shaobing ($2.80), is perfect. And to quench your thirst, the Soymilk offerings, such as the refreshing Chin Chow drink (Cold) at $2.60, are a must-try.
An added bonus at Alley Wei is the wallet-friendly pricing, with no GST or service charge. Just remember, for takeaways, there’s an additional 10 cents per item.
Alley Wei Conclusion
In conclusion, Alley Wei Tampines Mall is a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in Taiwanese street food not forgetting it also Halal-certified which opens up the food to many more Singaporeans.
The variety in the Alley Wei menu, from dumplings to pancakes and soymilk, ensures there’s something for every palate. It’s a well worth taking, one delicious bite at a time.
It did feel like a copycat of Din Tai Fung in a number of ways but that being said its price point is certainly much lower and the price point is much fairer indeed!
Other Alley Wei Outlets
Alley Wei Northpoint
Address: 930 Yishun Ave 2, #B1-151 Makan Town, Northpoint City, Singapore 769098
Alley Wei Tampines Mall Address
Address: 4 Tampines Central 5, B1-K21 Tampines Mall, Singapore 529510