Lao Ma Bàn Mian 老媽拌麵, a popular noodle brand from Tainan in Taiwan endorsed by A-Lin and other celebrities, has landed in Singapore in the newly revamped basement of West Mall. This is the 12-year-old brand’s first outlet in Singapore. Lao Ma Bàn Mian specialises in Guan Miao noodles from Tainan. These sun-dried noodles are made using traditional methods to preserve their unique chew and aroma. Trust us. They’re worth the hype. You can choose between the signature wavy Guan Miao noodles and the more traditional straight smooth ones. Both soak up sauces beautifully and have that springy bite you can’t stop thinking about.
“For many of us in Taiwan, Singapore, and Asia, a bowl of well-made noodles is the ultimate comfort food. When I was young, I would observe how my mother would skilfully transform simple ingredients into the most heartwarming dishes. At Lao Ma Bàn Mian 老媽拌麵, I hope to bring that familiar taste of home to every dish that we make, crafted with the same level of precision, care, and love that my mother would bring to the table. Her time-honoured secret recipes are reflected in many of our popular signature dishes, such as Dried Scallop Huadiao Chicken Noodles Soup, Chili Oil Preserved Egg & Meat Sauce Noodles, and Yipin Braised Beef Shank Noodles Soup.”
Perry Chen (陈荣昌), CEO of Howsler Food Co. Ltd (好食乐食品股份有限公司) and the Brand’s Founder
We’ve tried a few of the dishes, and let’s just say—these dry noodles slap. Hard. The texture is everything. Not too soft, not too firm. Just the right amount of resistance with every bite. And when tossed in sauces like the Chilli Oil Preserved Egg and Meat Sauce (S$12.50), it’s a whole experience. Rich, umami, with a hint of heat and that creamy preserved egg—it hits all the right spots. There’s also a Garlic Fermented Soy Pork Chop Noodles bowl (S$15.90) that delivers serious street food vibes. Marinated for 24 hours, the pork is tender, flavourful, and unforgettable. There are eight dry noodles on the menu.
Add some side dishes to go with your noodles. If you’re after something warm and hearty, there are also soupy options like the Dried Scallop Huadiao Chicken Noodle Soup or the Yipin Braised Beef Shank Noodle Soup.
The restaurant sits at #B1-K10/K23 in West Mall, just a short walk from Bukit Batok MRT. It’s open daily 11am to 9pm from 15 April 2025 and is also available on GrabFood, Foodpanda, Oddle, and Deliveroo.
If you’re craving noodles that are bold, hearty, and crafted with love—get yourself to Lao Ma Bàn Mian. The dry noodles alone are enough reason to return. But when the full menu hits like this, you’ll want to bring friends, family, and maybe even a bigger appetite.
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“We are excited to bring to Singapore an authentic taste of Taiwan’s most well-loved noodle dishes with Lao Ma Bàn Mian 老媽拌麵. Rooted in a rich noodle-making tradition, Lao Ma Bàn Mian 老媽拌麵 embodies the comforting, homey flavours that make each bowl both delicious and heartwarming.”
Vincent Tan Chor Khoon, Founder and Managing Director of Select Group.