Food, Lifestyle, Travel & Photography: LiXin Teochew Fishball Noodle

Thursday, March 26, 2026

LiXin Teochew Fishball Noodle

A visit to LiXin Teochew Fishball Noodles at VivoCity’s Food Republic brought me back to one of Singapore’s earliest fishball noodle brands. With a proud 58-year heritage and a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition for four consecutive years since 2022, LiXin continues to hold its ground as a well-loved name in the local food scene.

What sets LiXin apart lies in its commitment to quality and consistency. Their fishballs are freshly made daily using 100% yellowtail fish, delivering a firm yet bouncy texture with natural sweetness. Paired with noodles tossed in their iconic sweet and spicy signature chilli, the flavours are well-balanced. The chilli adds a gentle heat that lifts the savoury notes without overpowering the freshness of the fish. The addition of freshly fried lard further enhances the dish, giving it a fragrant richness that ties everything together beautifully.

LiXin Teochew Fishball Noodles

Beyond their 19 physical stalls islandwide, LiXin has also expanded into an online store, offering their Michelin Bib Gourmand–recognised fish products. These are perfect for hotpot, soups, or even as a convenient addition to elevate your home-cooked meals.

Michelin Bib Gourmand

The dry Mee Pok, dressed in LiXin’s signature sweet-spicy chilli, delivers a well-calibrated balance of heat and savoury depth without overwhelming the palate. The noodles retain a pleasing bite, while the addition of crispy pork lard and fresh spring onions lends both textural contrast and aromatic lift. Served alongside, the fishballs impress with their clean, natural sweetness and distinctly bouncy texture, a testament to their freshness, making this a surprisingly compelling bowl even for those who are not typically drawn to fishball noodles.

Fish Ball Noodle (Dry/Soup) - $6.50

The Signature Noodle, available in both soup and dry options, was also ordered with Mee Pok. The accompanying soup showcased a comforting bowl filled with bouncy fishballs, tender slices of fishcake, and two fish dumplings, each delivering a clean, subtly sweet flavour that reflects the quality of the fish. Light yet flavourful, the broth ties the elements together, offering a balanced and satisfying counterpart to the richer, chilli-laced dry noodles.

Signature Noodle (Dry / Soup) - $8.50

The fishball and fishcake reveal a delicate natural sweetness in the light broth, offering a clean and quietly satisfying finish.

Fishballs and Fish Cakes in Soup

The fish dumpling, often affectionately known as the “UFO,” is tender and delicate, with a well-seasoned filling that adds a satisfying depth of flavour.

Fish Dumpling

A squeeze of lime over the fishcake brightens its natural sweetness, adding a refreshing citrus lift that enhances each bite.

Fish Cake - $4.20

The fried jumbo wanton delivers a satisfying crackle with every bite, its crisp golden skin offering a light yet addictive crunch.

Fried Jumbo Wanton - $1.50 Each

Overall, this meal delivers a comforting and satisfying experience, where each component comes together harmoniously without unnecessary complexity. From the well-balanced noodles to the fresh, bouncy fish products, it is a simple yet thoughtfully executed spread that truly satiates the taste buds. Sometimes, it is these unpretentious, familiar flavours that leave the most lasting impression.