Qiu Lin at Junction Nine
Location: 18 Yishun Ave 9, #01-13, Singapore 768897
Floor 1 · Junction Nine
A Chinese herbal soup and seafood stall at Junction Nine known for its nourishing black chicken soup and bak kut teh.
A Chinese herbal soup and seafood stall at Junction Nine known for its nourishing black chicken soup and bak kut teh.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup and Seafood at Junction Nine is a comforting destination for those who appreciate the restorative power of traditional Chinese soups. The stall specialises in slow-cooked herbal broths, with the Black Chicken Herbal Soup and Ginkgo Nut Pork Tripe Pepper Soup standing out as perennial favourites. The Sesame Chicken, tender and aromatic, is another signature offering that keeps regulars returning. Each soup is carefully simmered to draw out the full depth of flavour from its herbs and ingredients, delivering a bowl that warms from the inside out. Beyond the soups, the menu features a selection of seafood dishes, zi char-style vegetable plates, and the popular Dry Bak Kut Teh, where the meat remains tender and well-seasoned. Pumpkin rice and plain rice are available as accompaniments. The stall operates from 10am to 9pm daily with no GST or service charge, adding to its value appeal. It suits health-conscious diners, families wanting a nourishing meal, and anyone in Yishun seeking the comfort of a well-made herbal broth. For soup that heals and seafood that satisfies, Qiu Lin at Junction Nine is a trusted neighbourhood favourite. It is nourishment served one bowl at a time.Operating Hours
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Negative Reviews
Hoon Hui Ling
In general, the soup is still quite nice. The rest is really the worst I even had in my life. 1) Butter fried fish is damn hard, have to chew very hard. Can only taste the flour. I can't even tell/taste I'm eating fish. 2) Kung Pao chicken, …
Jasmine
Had a horrible experience on 3 Feb. My hubby bite into a foreign object. It is black triangular piece, had 3 sharp corners. I decided to take it to the counter, didn't intend to make a scene, I waited for everyone to walk away fr the counter and then brought this matter up to the cashier (a Chinese lady, whom is the only one not in unform, I assumed must be the owner). Upon seeing the hard object, she said it looks like "lou han guo" skin. N attempted to use a staple to cut it, apparently it was so hard she couldn't break it. I told her to hand it back to me as I wanted to take a pix of it before she throw away the evidence. Since she did not acknowledge this is a foreign object and not even apologetic, I decided to take it back took a pic of it. Aft this she decided to walk to my table (still not admitting liability) she asked for the object again to check with her kitchen staff but I told her it is not necessary to check since she thinks this is nothing seriously. I told what if my kids encountered this. Ans the reply was not even sensible. She said luckily it's the adults. What!! No one should bite into it. She was afraid I am going to take it to NEA and asked me what I want. I told her I don't want anything but if I was her I would hv apologised 1st instead of trying to investigate. N I would have offered to replace the dish without questions. This object is like a piece of acrylic or broken plastic bowl or plate. Upon hearing this she asked me like tat I pay u back. Which I refused. She brought $7 to me but I told her I am not accepting. N she started to tell me she had already apologised wat do I want. Why would I want to be so cruel. I was even more angry upon hearing this. I never want to complain this to NEA (I could have) I was giving her a chance to do her basic svc recovery. I left the money on the table and will never visit this place again. Eat with caution.
Liew Mei Ling
I dislike both cashier. Their face alway so black like I owe them money. Thank god, there is new shop nearby that sell soup too.
Positive Reviews
Yow Hui Min
Aside from the counter auntie's terrible attitude, the food here is cheap and delicious! …
Peh Zhi Xuan
Soup is delicious and full of aroma. Reasonable variety of Tze Char dishes at very affordable prices. Located at Junction Nine mall with aircon.
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Qiu Lin
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
The exterior of a restaurant with a large glass storefront. A red sign above the glass reads "QIU LIN HERBAL SOUP • SEAFOOD" in English and Chinese characters. Below the sign, a row of images displays various dishes offered by the restaurant. Inside, tables and chairs are visible, along with some interior lighting.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
The exterior of a restaurant with a large red sign above the entrance that reads "秋林 老火汤 小厨" and "QIU LIN HERBAL SOUP SEAFOOD". The entrance has large glass doors and windows, revealing the interior dining area with tables and chairs. There are also food posters displayed on the left side of the entrance.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
The exterior of a restaurant with a large red sign above the entrance that reads "Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood" in English and Chinese characters. The storefront has large glass windows revealing tables and chairs inside, as well as a glimpse of the kitchen area. A decorative band with images of various dishes runs across the lower part of the windows.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
The exterior of a restaurant with a red sign above the entrance that reads "Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood" in English and Chinese characters. Below the sign, there are decorative red ornaments. The interior of the restaurant is visible, showing tables and chairs, and several people dining.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
The exterior of a restaurant with a large red sign that reads "Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood" in English and Chinese. Inside, a family is seated at a table, and there are pictures of food displayed on the wall. Red Chinese New Year decorations hang from the ceiling.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
A red and gold illuminated sign with Chinese characters and the text "QIU LIN HERBAL SOUP SEAFOOD" is mounted above the entrance of a shop. The shop has glass doors and windows, with posters of food displayed on the walls. An exit sign is visible further down the corridor.
Qiu Lin Herbal Soup Seafood
The exterior of a restaurant with a large red sign displaying the restaurant name and
Table with food
A table with three bowls of food and two small dishes of condiments. In the foreground is a bowl of brown rice. Behind it to the left is a white bowl with a pink floral pattern on the rim, filled with a dark broth containing meat and peanuts. To the right of the broth is a white rectangular dish with a wavy edge, filled with a creamy sauce containing seafood and greens. Two small white dishes with condiments are to the right of the rectangular dish. One contains a red chili sauce, and the other contains sliced green chilies.
Seafood Noodle Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of seafood noodle soup. The soup contains thin white noodles, pieces of scrambled egg, napa cabbage, and a large shrimp. There are also other visible seafood items like clams and mussels. The soup broth is light in color.
Shrimp and Tofu Casserole
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Stir-fried Greens with Garlic
A white plate filled with stir-fried green vegetables and bean sprouts, seasoned with minced garlic. The dish is presented on a marble-patterned surface.
Table with food
A table with several dishes of food, including rice, an omelet, a stew in a pot, and a bowl of soup.
Crispy Fried Chicken with Lemon Sauce
A plate of crispy fried chicken, sliced and drizzled with a glistening lemon sauce. The dish is garnished with fresh lettuce, lemon slices, cilantro, and a decorative carving of carrots. The background is a marble pattern.
Sweet and Sour Chicken
A plate of sweet and sour chicken with pineapple, bell peppers, and onions, garnished with lettuce.
Steamed Fish with Garlic and Ginger
A whole steamed fish is served on a large metal platter, covered in a savory broth with minced garlic and fresh parsley. Several side dishes, including rice and leafy green vegetables, are visible in the background, along with a bowl of soup. A hand is using a spoon to serve the soup.
Braised Chicken Dish
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Meal with Rice and Soup
A table setting with two bowls of white rice, a plate of stir-fried vegetables, and two bowls of soup. One soup contains a piece of dark meat, possibly chicken. There are also small dishes of dipping sauce and a receipt.
Bowl of Rice
A close-up shot of a white bowl filled with steamed white rice. The bowl has a dark brown rim and a decorative pattern on the inside.
Pork Intestine Soup with Ginkgo Nuts
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Black Chicken Soup
A bowl of black chicken soup with various herbs and ingredients, including goji berries and jujubes, served on a marble-patterned surface.
Restaurant Counter with Drinks and Staff
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Food Menu Display
A display board shows various dishes offered by a restaurant. The left side features herbal soups with images and descriptions like 'Lotus Root Pork Ribs Soup' and 'Ten Basic Black Chicken Herbal Soup'. The right side showcases seafood and other dishes, including 'Sweet & Sour Pork' and 'Butter Prawn'. Below the menu, there are stacked boxes, one of which is open and contains paper bowls. An 'EXIT' sign is visible in the upper left corner.
Pork Rib Soup
A close-up overhead shot of a partially eaten meal. In the center is a dark, rich broth with pieces of meat, likely pork ribs, in a metal pot. To the right is a metal bowl containing a lighter colored broth. A small dish of chili sauce is visible in the lower right corner. The table is white and appears to have some food debris scattered on it.
Black Pepper Beef
A plate of black pepper beef with vegetables, including carrots, onions, and green onions, served on a white square plate on a wooden table.
Table with various dishes
A table laden with several dishes, including fried rice, stir-fried noodles with shrimp and vegetables, a bowl of soup, green beans, and a dish of braised meat. Chopsticks and spoons are arranged on the table. The setting appears to be a restaurant.
Salted Fish Fried Rice with Lotus Root Soup
A plate of salted fish fried rice is served with a bowl of lotus root soup and a small dish of chili sauce. Chopsticks and a spoon are placed on the plate. The text "Qiu Lin @ Junction 9" is visible in the lower right corner.
Omelet with Shrimp and Scallions
A large, golden-brown omelet filled with pieces of shrimp and chopped scallions, served on a white plate with a brown rim. Two small dishes of red dipping sauce are visible on the table.
Chicken Soup
A bowl of chicken soup with chicken pieces, feet, and red dates on a marble background.
Stir-fried Greens with Garlic
A close-up shot of a white, square-shaped plate filled with stir-fried green vegetables and bean sprouts, seasoned with minced garlic. The dish is presented on a marble-patterned surface.
Seafood Noodles with Gravy
A close-up shot of a dish featuring wide, flat noodles in a savory gravy, mixed with pieces of seafood such as shrimp and fish, and green vegetables. Another plate with green beans and minced meat is visible in the background.
Claypot Ribs with Okra
A close-up shot of a claypot dish featuring tender ribs coated in a savory sauce, surrounded by vibrant green okra pods. The dish is topped with crispy fried shallots and garnished with small pieces of red chili. The claypot is presented on a white plate with a layer of aluminum foil underneath, set against a white marble background.
Pork Rib Soup with Rice and Omelette
A close-up shot of a meal featuring a bowl of pork rib soup with ginkgo nuts and various cuts of pork, a plate of omelette with some red specks and a green onion stalk, and a bowl of white rice. A small dish of chili paste is also visible. The food is arranged on a wooden table.
Shopping Mall Corridor with Shops
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Creamy Prawn Dish
A white oval plate holds a serving of prawns coated in a creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and red chili slivers. The plate is set against a textured gray background. A pink banner at the bottom left corner reads "Image by foodpanda. For reference only." with the foodpanda logo.
Fried Chicken Wings
A plate of crispy fried chicken wings, garnished with lettuce and carved carrots, is presented on a marble-patterned surface.
Sweet and Sour Chicken with Rice
A plate of sweet and sour chicken served with white rice and garnished with lettuce and carved carrots. The chicken pieces are coated in a glossy orange sauce and mixed with chunks of red bell pepper and pineapple. The dish is presented on a white, wavy-edged plate against a marble-patterned background.
Braised Pork Belly with Eggs
A close-up shot of a traditional Vietnamese dish, Thit Kho Tau (braised pork belly with eggs), served in a clay pot. The dish features tender pieces of pork belly and hard-boiled eggs braised in a savory, caramel-colored sauce. It is garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced red chili peppers. A side of white rice is visible in the background. The image has a foodpanda watermark.
Seafood Noodle Dish
A white, wavy-edged square plate holds a dish of noodles with seafood. The dish features two large, bright orange shrimp, several clams in their shells, shredded egg, and some green leafy vegetables, all served in a creamy broth over thin white noodles. The plate is set against a white marble-patterned background.
Bowl of Soup
A white bowl of soup with green vegetables and meat is placed on a dark table. Chopsticks and a small dish of pickles are to the left of the bowl. A white ladle is to the right.
Chinese Soup and Stir-fried Greens
A top-down view of a meal featuring two bowls of soup, a plate of stir-fried greens, a small dish of dipping sauce, and a bowl of rice. One soup contains lotus root slices and nuts, while the other has corn on the cob and a piece of carrot. The stir-fried greens appear to be a leafy vegetable. A hand is visible reaching for the plate of greens. The food is arranged on a light-colored table.
Stir-fried Water Spinach
A plate of stir-fried water spinach (kangkung) with chili and garlic, served on an orange plate. Dried chilies and garlic cloves are scattered to the side. The dish is presented on a wooden surface. A foodpanda watermark is visible at the bottom left.
Sweet and Sour Fish
A white plate filled with sweet and sour fish, mixed with chunks of onion, tomato, pineapple, and zucchini. The fish pieces are golden brown and coated in a glossy orange sauce. The dish is served on a wooden table.
Fish Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of fish soup with large pieces of fish, noodles, and green onions.
Braised Meat Dish with Sides
A close-up overhead shot of a table laden with food. In the center is a metal pot filled with a dark, braised meat dish, garnished with fresh cilantro. To the left, a plate of stir-fried green beans with minced meat. To the right, a serving of fried rice with visible egg. Another dish, partially visible in the lower left, appears to be a soup or stew with vegetables. The setting suggests a restaurant interior with wooden chairs visible in the background.
Fried Dough Sticks and Bun with Drink
A plate of fried dough sticks with a green filling and a white steamed bun sits on a table. A paper cup with Chinese writing and an orange logo is next to the plate. In the background, a food stall counter is visible with a menu board above it displaying various food items.
Fish with Rice
A plate of white rice served with stir-fried fish, onions, and scallions. The dish is garnished with lettuce and tomato slices. The image has a foodpanda watermark.
Stir-fried Water Spinach with Rice and Soup
A meal consisting of stir-fried water spinach, a bowl of white rice, and a bowl of soup with leafy greens. The dishes are served on a black tray. The plate with the water spinach has a logo with Chinese characters and a chili pepper design. The bowls also have a similar logo.
Restaurant Interior
A busy restaurant interior with several patrons seated at tables. The dining area features wooden chairs and tables. In the background, a counter separates the dining area from the kitchen, where staff can be seen preparing food. A television screen is mounted on the wall above the kitchen area.
Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes
A white square plate with a serving of scrambled eggs mixed with chunks of tomatoes and a garnish of lettuce. The plate has a small black illustration of an umbrella on its lower right side. The dish is placed on a dark, textured surface.
Stewed Pork Ribs with Peanuts and Lotus Root
A close-up shot of a bowl of stewed pork ribs with peanuts and lotus root. The pork ribs are tender and have a rich, brown glaze. The peanuts are plump and soft, and the lotus root is sliced thinly and appears to be braised. The dish is served in a white ceramic bowl with a speckled pattern. Another bowl of white rice is visible to the right.
Fried Rice
A plate of fried rice with pieces of seafood and vegetables, garnished with cucumber slices and cherry tomatoes. The foodpanda logo and text "Image by foodpanda. For reference only." are visible in the bottom left corner.
Fried Rice
A plate of fried rice garnished with cucumber slices, green onions, and cilantro. The rice appears to contain small pieces of meat and egg. A pink banner at the bottom reads "Image by foodpanda. For reference only."
Crispy Fried Prawns
A close-up shot of a plate of crispy fried prawns, coated in a golden-brown crumb mixture and scrambled egg. The prawns are large and appear to be seasoned. The dish is served on a white plate with a decorative rim. In the background, a dark table and a wooden chair are visible.
Stir-fried Noodles
A close-up shot of a plate of stir-fried noodles with various ingredients mixed in. The noodles are thick and flat, coated in a dark, savory sauce. Visible ingredients include bean sprouts, thinly sliced onions, and what appear to be small pieces of meat or seafood. The dish is served on a white, textured plate.
Noodles with Vegetables and Egg
A close-up shot of a white, angular bowl filled with thin, stir-fried noodles. The noodles are mixed with various ingredients including chopped green onions, bean sprouts, small pieces of egg, and what appear to be slivers of imitation crab meat or surimi. The dish is presented on a wooden table.
Restaurant Interior
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with tables and chairs. Several people are seated at tables, eating and talking. The restaurant appears to be casual, with simple decor. There are posters on the wall displaying food items.
Sweet and Sour Pork and Soup
A close-up shot of two dishes on a dark wooden table. On the left is a black plate filled with sweet and sour pork, garnished with lettuce. The pork pieces are coated in a glossy sauce and mixed with pineapple chunks, red bell peppers, and onions. On the right is a white bowl containing a light-colored soup with visible pieces of meat and what appears to be lotus root slices. A purple spoon rests in the soup.
Steamed Fish
A whole steamed fish is served in a large metal platter, covered in a savory broth and garnished with fresh cilantro and minced garlic. Slices of ginger are visible on the side. Two small bowls, one containing a dipping sauce, are in the background.
Food Display
A row of pictures of various dishes is displayed on a wall above tables and chairs. The dishes include noodles, fried rice, fish, prawns, and other stir-fried items. The pictures have Chinese and English labels.
Pork Rib Soup
A close-up shot of a bowl of pork rib soup. The soup is a dark brown color and contains several pieces of pork ribs and other meat. A spoon is partially submerged in the soup. In the background, there is a bowl of white rice and a plate of green vegetables. There are also small dishes of condiments.
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