Madam Loh’s Chicken‑Dance Craze: A Kitchen‑Floor Superstar
When a 52‑year‑old waitress brought her own footsies to the front counter, the internet lit up
The clip: A lively auntie glides across the Punggol counter while a lively “chicken” tune (complete with cluck‑cluck sounds) nudges her feet. She’s serving a steaming $38 flambe‑d chicken dish—yes, the chicken is actually flambe‑d.
The buzz: One week later, the video racked up over a million views on Facebook. Suddenly, every forum thread had a comment about “the chicken‑dance waitress.” Some commenters even wondered if the dance was forced.
The truth: Madam Loh, who’s a freelance karaoke‑queen in her youth, insisted it was all her own choice. “Dance is my soul’s expression,” she said, smiling as she counted down to the next customer.
Behind the Scenes at House Of Seafood
Owner Mr Francis Ng (46) claimed the music was tied to the dish “in May for entertainment.” He never told staff to dance, but the vibe was pure fun and customers love it.
“If a tune tugs at my toes, I can’t resist,” Ng joked. “I’m so lucky that our waitress can burst out in a chicken dance whenever the song starts—it’s a real dining delight.”
After the video blew up, Mr Ng sent Madam Loh a red packet (a “good‑luck” envelope full of cash). He teased that now “every other waiter is dancing too!” laughter broke out in the kitchen.
Madam Loh’s Pride and Passion
She said she’d never felt pressured to jive; it’s all “my sincere desire.” She added that when any music hums, even a grandma song, she’ll naturally tap, twirl, or dance.
Her three daughters (age 12, 18, 21) and her husband—a construction worker—cheer her on. Customer smiles are her ultimate reward, she says.
“I’m a bit shy about the online fame, but my focus stays on customers. If they’re happy, that’s the best reward.”
What the Story Teaches Us
It’s a reminder that a little personal flair can turn routine service into a memorable experience.
It shows that social media can elevate everyday heroes from a counter to the spotlight—if you’re darn good and have a flair for humor.
And, as Mr Ng puts it: “Everyone’s dancing now—and so are we.”
