A Social Media Post That Stirred the Pot
A TikTok video by user @/tommypage77 recently accused Bismillah Muslim Food Stall, an eatery located in Amoy Street Food Centre, of dishonesty for charging $6 for their Maggie Goreng, despite the stall’s sign listing the price as $5.
However, the TikTok post was deleted soon after, believed to be due to the overwhelming backlash it received online.
What began as a complaint quickly turned into an unexpected wave of support for the family-run business, as an overwhelming number of online commenters rallied behind the stall.
Customers Speak Out in the Comment Section
The TikTok post, which initially aimed to bring attention to what the user perceived as an issue, quickly backfired as the comments section filled with messages of support for Bismillah Muslim Food Stall.
One customer, who shared they had been eating there for almost six years, praised the Maggie Goreng and prata dishes as “delicious,” and “nice,” saying they would continue supporting the shop even if the price went up by $1.
One person pointed out that the $1 price difference was likely because the dish includes a sunny-side-up egg, which often adds an extra cost.
Another user speculated that perhaps the dish was $5 without the egg and $6 with the egg, but also acknowledged that the signboard might not have been updated yet. They also pointed out that there was no need to bring the shop down over such a small issue.
Other commenters, familiar with the challenges small businesses face, expressed frustration over the online attack. “Trying to destroy a small business over $1. You are poor, broke, and sad,” one user wrote, noting that the complaint was blown out of proportion.
Some supporters suggested that the price difference could be explained by the high rental costs involved in running a food stall in the bustling Amoy Street Food Centre.
A commenter noted that once the stall’s rental price was taken into consideration, the slight price increase for the Maggie Goreng seemed more reasonable.
Clarifying the Price Difference: The Sunny-Side-Up Egg
In response to the growing backlash, Salleh, the son of the stall’s owner, stepped in to clarify the situation in the comments. According to Salleh, the additional $1 charge was due to the sunny-side-up egg, which is commonly added to the Maggie Goreng.
He explained that customers are always informed about the extra charge before the egg is added and those who do not want the egg can choose to have the dish without it.
Addressing the Issue: Moving Forward
Acknowledging the feedback from the public, Salleh assured commenters that the stall would consider updating the pricing information on its signboard to avoid further confusion.
He also expressed gratitude for the continued support from customers, noting that their feedback would be used to improve the stall’s communication and overall customer experience.
About Bismillah Muslim Food Stall
Bismillah Muslim Food Stall, located at Amoy Street Food Centre, is a well-loved spot known for its delicious and affordable Malaysian and Singaporean Muslim-style dishes.
Popular for its Mee Goreng Mamak, the stall is appreciated for its unique blend of Malay and Indian spices that give its dishes a distinctive, smoky flavor.
Open daily from 10 AM to 8 PM, the stall has built a strong following thanks to its hearty meals and friendly service.
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