49 Popular Foods You Need To Eat In Kuala Lumpur

Nasi Lemak

Nasi Lemak is the national dish of Malaysia. The name (directly translated to ‘Fatty Rice’) derives from the rich flavours of the rice, which is infused in coconut milk and pandan. The rice is served with condiments such as a spicy sambal, deep fried anchovies and peanuts, plus slices of raw cucumbers and boiled eggs.

Black & White Kopitiam
Address: Jalan PJU 8/5C, Damansara Perdana, 47820 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 5:00pm – 11:00pm (Closed on Sunday)

Restoran Sepetang
Address: 54, Faber Plaza, Jalan Desa Jaya, Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 7.00am – 11.00am (Closed on Monday)

Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa Kampung Baru
Address: Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +6 03 2162 9555
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 5:00am (Daily)

Roti Canai

Roti Canai is a local staple in the Mamak (Muslim Indian) cuisine. This flat bread is pastry-like and is somehow cripsy, fluffy and chewy at the same time. It is usually served with dhal and different types of curries.

Valentine Roti
Address: Stor No. 1, Jalan Semarak, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 4:00pm – 2:00am (Closed on Sunday)

Lan Roti Canai
Address: Jalan 4/112, Off Pantai Dalam, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6:00am – 12:00pm (Daily)

Mansion Tea Stall
Address: No. 2, Ground Floor, Selangor Mansion, Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 24 Hours (Daily)

Teh Tarik

There is nothing more comforting that a hot glass of sweet teh tarik (pulled tea). Black tea is mixed with condensed milk and “pulled” multiple times into frothy perfection. You can order is plain or ask for teh tarik halia, which has ginger.

Al Amnah Restaurant
Address: No. 2, Ground Floor, Selangor Mansion, Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 24 hours (Daily)

Appu Uncle Curry House
Address: Jalan 19/3, Seksyen 19, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7955 2525
Opening hours: 7:00am to 8:00pm (Daily)

Kanna Curry House
Address: 29, Jalan 17/45, Seksyen 17, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7958 4814
Opening hours: 7:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Ikan Bakar

Directly translated to English, Ikan Bakar means burnt fish. Whole fish or sliced fish is slattered with a sambal or tumeric paste and is charcoal-grilled or barbequed (sometimes in a banana leaf wrap). It is often served with a soy based dipping sauce that brings out the flavours even more.

Sri Banjar Ikan Bakar
Address: Lot 6,7 and 8, Medan Selera MPS, Persiaran 2, Bandar Baru Selayang, Batu Caves
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 12:00am (Daily)

Kak Ton D’Condo
Address: Jalan Dutamas Seroja, Taman Segambut SPPK, Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 3377 820
Opening hours: 7:00am – 12:00am (Daily)

Restoran Sambal Hijau
Address: Lot 2990, Kampung Sungai Penchala, Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +03 7731 2045
Opening hours: 7:00am – 2:00am (Daily)

Banana Leaf Rice

In traditional South Indian Cuisine, a meal is normally served on a banana leaf. Hot steaming rice is paired with your choice of curry, vegetable, deep fried seafood or chicken and accompanied with papadums and cutneys. It’s best to wash down the explosion of flavours with a nice hot mug of sweet teh tarik (pulled tea).

Acha Curry
Address: 271, Jalan 5/51, Petaling Garden, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 16 296 8809
Opening hours: 7:00am to 4:00pm (Closed every 2nd Monday of the month)

Devi’s Corner
Address: No.14 Jalan Telawi 4, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +6 03 2282 7591
Opening hours: 24 Hours (Daily)

Prasad Chetty Nadu Mess
Address: 14-44, Lebuh Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:00am-5:00pm (Daily)

Chicken Rice

The key to a perfect plate of chicken rice lies not only in the delicious tenderness of the steamed or roasted chicken. The fragrant rice, which is usually cooked in chicken stock with lard, creates the perfect balance of flavour with the meat. Drizzle a little soy sauce, ginger paste and chilli sauce for an extra kick!

Gerai Ah Kow
Address: Stall No. 2, Medan Selera Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz, Lorong Raja Muda, Kg Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm (Closed on Sunday)

Restoran Satellite
Address: 103, Jalan Gasing 10/1, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7956 6830
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

New Restaurant Ipoh Chicken Rice
Address: No. 1, Jalan 13/149L, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 9057 6128
Opening hours: 10:30am -11:00pm (Daily)

Hokkien Mee

This street food originates from Fujian, China. Thick rice noodles are braised in a fragrant dark sauce that is soy and lard based. The dish is tossed with slices of pork, shrimps, fish balls and vegetables.

Pudu Charcoal Fried Hokkien Mee
Address: 215, Jalan Sarawak, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 7:30pm – 2:00am (Closed on Sunday)

Kim Lian Kee
Address: 49, Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Fatt Kee Hokkien Mee Stall
Address: Restaurant Win Heng Seng, 183, Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 5:00pm – 12:00pm (Closed every 2nd Monday of the month)

Cendol

A sweet bowl of cendol is the perfect treat on a sunny day! Strips of pandan flavoured jellies and kidney beans are topped with shaved iced, coconut milk and palm sugar syrup. Some places served more fancy versions with glutinous rice, sweet corn, durian flesh and diced jackfruit.

Restoran Wahab’s
Address: 43, Jalan Rampai Niaga 5, Sri Rampai Business Park, 53300, Sri Rampai, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 16 252 8005
Opening hours: 10:00am -12:00am (Daily)

Checkers
Address: 19, Lorong Setia Bistari 2, Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2095 3304
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 10:00pm (Closed on Monday)

James Cendol
Address: 21 Jalan Sri Sentosa 2A, Jalan Klang Lama, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 2253 564
Opening hours: 10:00am- 10:00pm (Daily)

Bak Kut Teh

Translated to “meat bone tea”, this hearty soup is made out of pork ribs that are simmered in a broth infused with herbs and spices such as star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds and garlic. Some restaurants served a dry version as well, which is equally delicious when eaten with steaming hot rice.

Restoran Bak Kut Teh Yap Chuan
Address: 53, Jalan BPU 2, Bandar Puchong Utama, Puchong
Tel: +60 12 972 6293
Opening hours: 9:00am – 9:00pm (Daily)

Restoran Bak Kut Teh Yik See Ho
Address: 20, Jalan Landak, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 789 2293
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 1:00pm (Close on Monday)

Ah Ping Bak Kut Teh
Address: No.42, Jalan ss14/2, 47500, Subang Jaya
Tel: +60 12 323 3938
Opening hours: 5:00pm -10:00pm (Daily)

Apom

Apom is a type of Indian sweet crepe that is normally cooked in a clay pot on a charcoal fire. The batter is made out of eggs, coconut milk, rice flour and sugar. You can either enjoy it plain or with fillings such as brown sugar, bananas or sweet corn.

D’Rachna Recipe
Address: Restoran Sin Kong, 25, Jalan USJ10/1C, USJ Taipan, Subang Jaya
Tel: +60 11 2636 5571
Opening hours: 7:00pm – 11:00pm (Daily)

Om Shakti Chelo’s Apam Stall
Address: Lorong Ara Kiri 3, Lucky Garden, Bangsar
Opening hours: 10am-10.45pm (Closed on Sunday)

Air Mata Kucing

This refreshing drink is made from winter melon (tong kua), monk fruit (lo han kor), dried longan (long ngan), and sugar. It’s best served with ice, but some stalls served it hot too. It’s the perfect way to stay hydrated when you are on a go!

Air Mata Kucing
Address: 36, Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:30am – 10:30pm (Daily)

Mou Tak Ding
Address: LGK-07, Lower Ground Floor, Mid Valley Megamall
Tel: +60 12 238 6913
Opening hours: 9:30am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Lok Lok

Lok Lok is a version of steamboat or hotpot meal, but with a slight twist. The meat and vegetables are served on a stick and dipped into a pot of hot boiling broth. Lok Lok is usually served at food trucks that are usually opened for supper.

Fat One Steamboat
Address: No 22 & 23, Jalan PJS 8/17, Dataran Mentari Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +6 03 8942 8403
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 12:00am (Daily)

Fatman Steamboat
Address: Jalan Pandan Indah 4/1, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:00pm till late (Daily)

Kaya Toast

Imagine cold slices of butter and sweet homemade kaya (coconut jam) sandwiched in between fluffy white bread that is toasted to perfection. It’s the perfect breakfast especially if you have it with soft-boiled eggs and a cup or hot tea or coffee.

Kedai Makanan Yut Kee
Address: 35 Jalan Dang Wangi, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2698 8108
Opening hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Kluang Rail Coffee
Address: 577, Jalan Samudra Utara 2, Taman Samudra, Batu Caves
Tel: +60 3 6178 2998
Opening hours: 6:30am – 12:30pm / 2:30pm – 6:30pm (Closed on Tuesday)

Ah Weng Koh Kopitiam
Address: Pasar Baru Bukit Bintang, 8, Jalan Melati, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6:30am – 1:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Char Siew

This Chinese barbequed pork is often seen hanging on the storefront of Chinese restaurants that serve chicken rice. Each slice will melt in your mouth. It’s juicy, tender, sticky and fatty at the same time. It is best eaten with a plate of rice or kon lou (braised soy sauce) noodles.

Restoran Meng Kee Char Siew
Address: Jalan Alor, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:30am – 2:00pm (Closed on Sunday)

Restoran Oversea
Address: 84, Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2144 9911
Opening hours: 11:30am – 2:30pm / 5:30pm – 10:30pm (Daily)

Restoran Spring Golden
Address: 25, Jalan Sepadu 25/C, Taman Sri Muda, Section 25, Shah Alam
Tel: +60 19 337 9319
Opening hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm (Daily)

Pisang Goreng

There is nothing that defines teatime in Malaysia more than a plate of crispy banana fritters. Slices of bananas are dipped in a batter and deep-fried to a golden perfection. Some people like to consume it with sambal to give it a savoury taste.

Azmi Goreng Pisang
Address: Komuter Seksyen 19, Shah Alam
Tel: +60 19 311 3239
Opening hours: 1:00pm – 6:30pm (Daily)

Brickfields Pisang Goreng
Address: Restoran One Sentral, 144A Jalan Vivekanda, Off Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 627 2511
Opening hours: 12:30 noon to 6:00pm (Daily)

Pisang Cheese Jakarta
Address: Jalan Plumbum X7/X, Shah Alam
Opening hours: 4:30pm – 12:30am (Daily)

Pan Mee

Pan mee is a popular Hakka noodle dish that makes a hearty meal. Rice flour noodles are served in an anchovy broth and topped with crispy fried anchovies, ground pork, shiitake mushrooms and vegetables. Drizzle some soy sauce and sambal to complete the taste!

Go Noodle House
Address: Block D, The School, Jaya One, 61-P1, Jalan Universiti, Pjs 13, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7499 1126
Opening hours: 11:30am – 9:30pm (Closed on Saturday)

Fatty Mee Hoon Kuih House
Address: 19, Lebuh Bangau, Taman Berkeley, Klang
Tel: +60 12 336 6183
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Jojo Little Kitchen
Address: 30, Jalan SS15/4D, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 5621 1732
Opening hours: 9:30am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Wantan Mee

Wantan mee is a dish whereby egg noodles are tossed in a dark fragrant sauce. It is topped with char siew (barbequed pork), wontons (pork dumplings) and vegetables. It is also served with pickled green chillies on the side, which add a nice spice to dish.

Loong Sifu Bamboo Noodle House
Address: No. 4, Jalan Lazat, Happy Garden, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 7:30am – 4:30pm (Daily)

Pudu Wantan Mee
Address: Restoran 168, 1, Jalan Brunei Utara, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:00am-3:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Hung Kee Wantan Mee
Address: No. 33, Jalan Hujan Rahmat 3, Taman Oversea Union (OUG) Jalan Klang Lama, 58200 Kuala Lumpu
Tel: +6012-306 6676
Opening hours: 7:00am – 6:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Nasi Kandar

Nasi Kandar is a Mamak (Indian Muslim) cuisine, which originates from the state of Penang. Steamed rice is usually served with a variety of curries and side dishes such as fried chicken and stir-fried vegetables. For a finger licking good experience, it’s best eaten with your hands!

Restoran Mohamed Yaseen
Address: 351, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 24 hours (Daily)

Restoran Kudu Bin Abdul
Address: 335, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603 2697 7082
Opening hours: 7:30am – 8:30pm (Daily)

Restoran Nasi Kandar Ibramsha
Address: 68, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2693 6680
Opening hours: 7:00am – 7:30pm (Daily)

Nasi Kerabu

Nasi Kerabu is a classic Malay dish that originates from Kelantan. The steamed rice is dyed blue with butterfly-pea flowers and topped with chopped herbs. It is served with green chillies stuffed with fish paste, fish crackers, boiled salted eggs and sambal. Some places serve it with grilled beef or fried fish as well.

Kafe Kesom
Address: F-46-G, Jalan PJU 1/45, Aman Suria, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 16 682 8516
Opening hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Thursday) / 11:00am -9:00pm (Friday & Saturday) / 10:00am – 3:00pm (Sunday)

Belanga Café
Address: LG 230B, The Gardens Medan Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2287 5136
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Kelantan Delights
Address: Ground Floor East Wing, Wisma Consplant 1, No 2 Jalan SS16/4, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 11:00am – 11:00pm (Daily)

Nyonya Laksa

Vermicelli or egg noodles are served in a spicy coconut milk broth and topped with ingredients such as tiger prawns, slices of chicken, julienned cucumber and bean sprouts. A delicious sambal usually comes on the side.

Limapulo: Baba Can Cook
Address: 50, Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12:00pm-3:00pm / 6:00pm – 10:00pm (Closed on Sunday)

Lima Blas
Address: 15, Jalan Mesui, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm (Daily)

Straits Food Company
Address: 2, Jalan Abdullah, Off Jalan Bangsar, Bangsar Utama, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +03 2202 0038
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Roast Duck

There is nothing more enticing than the sight of a golden roast duck hanging on the storefront of a Chinese restaurant. You can eat it plain or on the side with a plate of steaming hot rice or kon lou (braised) noodles.

Restoran Sun Ming
Address: 137, Jalan Sarjana, Taman Connaught, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 9133 2151
Opening hours: 11:00am – 4:00pm (Closed on Tuesday)

Chen Chen
Address: Jalan Seladang, Off Lorong Yap Hin, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 233 3083
Opening hours: 10:00am – 6:00pm (Daily)

Jiang’s Duck Restaurant
Address: 20-1, Jalan PJU 1/3A, Sunway Mas Commercial Centre, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 17 370 9232
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 2:30pm / 6:00pm – 9:00pm (Closed on Wednesday)

Roti Babi

Roti Babi is a Peranakan dish that originates from Penang. Thick slices of bread are coated generously with an egg batter and pan-fried just like a traditional French toast. The twist is that it is has a delicious minced pork filling inside, which is flavoured with various herbs and spices.

Yut Kee Restaurant
Address: Jalan Kamunting, Off Jalan Dang Wangi, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2698 8108
Opening hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Georgetown Penang
Address: Hutong @ Lot 10, Lower Ground Floor, Lot 10 Shopping Centre, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Ayam Percik

Ayam percik is a Malay style roasted chicken dish that originates from Kelantan. Chicken pieces are marinated with cili giling (a spice paste) and coconut milk. Tear of the pieces of chicken with your hands for an extra yummy experience!

Restoran Yati Ayam Percik
Address: Cheras 22A & 26, Jalan Dwitasik 2, Dataran Dwitasik, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +6 03 9171 5545
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 11:00pm (Daily)

Kelantan Delights
Address: SOOKA Sentral, Level 1, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +603 2785 1945
Opening hours: 11:30am – 9:30pm (Daily)

Bubur Chacha

This dessert is made with a medly of sweet potatoes, yam and sago balls. These ingredients are boiled in a coconut milk that is infused with pandan and palm sugar. It’s very comforting and is usually served warm.

Sweet Bowl Dessert House
Address: G-16, Wangsa Walk Mall, Wangsa Avenue, 9, Jalan Wangsa Perdana 1, Bandar Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 4142 8888
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Nyonya Colors
Address: LG 230A, Lower Ground Floor, The Gardens Shopping Mall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3-2287 0087
Opening hours: 10am-10pm (Daily)

Sweet Chat
Address: Mid Valley Megamall, Lot FK010, First Floor, South Court, Mid Valley Megamall, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 7880 4133
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Ice Kacang

Ice Kacang is the Malaysian style shaved ice. It’s usually topped with different flavoured jellies, red beans, creamed sweet corn, peanuts and other delicious condiments. The mixture is drizzled with coconut milk, a rose flavoured syrup and palm sugar syrup.

939 Ais Kacang
Address: 939, Jalan Pasar, Seri Kembangan, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:30am – 4:30pm (Closed on Wednesday)

Fei Zai Long Za Xue Dang
Address: Jalan Kepong Bahru, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 16 606 1566
Opening hours: 2:00pm – 12:00am (Daily)

Ah Keong’s Ais Kacang Stall
Address: Jalan Padang Belia, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:00am – 7:00pm (Daily)

Char Kuay Teow

This signature dish from Penang is an indulging meal for anyone. Flat rice noodles are stir-fried in a spicy soy based sauce with lard. It is tossed with eggs, cockles, prawns, fish cakes, Chinese sausages and bean sprouts. It’s best to be eaten with pickled green chillies or sambal.

Restoran Tuck Tuck Tei
Address: Jalan Desa Jaya, Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 7:30am – 2:30pm (Closed on Thursday)

Lau Wan KueTiau
Address: Jalan SS 3/33, Taman Universiti, 47300 Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 12 661 4907
Opening hours: 5:00pm – 10:00pm (Closed on Tuesday)

Frankie Char Kuey Teow
Address: Restoran Four Eight (8888), Jalan PJU 8/5C, Bandar Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 10:00am – 3:00pm (Daily)

Chee Cheong Fun

This Cantonese dish is often served as part of a dim sum meal. Fresh rice noodle rolls are steamed and served with a soy based sauce. You can order it plain or stuffed with items such as succulent prawns. Some places serve it with a curry sauce as well.

Old Trycicle
Address: No. 5, Jalan Brunei Selatan, Jalan Desa Jaya, Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 11:00pm (Closed every Tuesday)

Ah Fook Chee Cheong Fun
Address: Imbi Market (Pasar Baru Bukit Bintang), Jalan Melati, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6:00am -12:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Restoran Wong Soon Kee
Address: No. 1, Jalan SS 14/1, Subang Jaya
Tel: +60 3 5634 2415
Opening hours: 7:30am – 11:00am / 2:30pm – 5:00pm (Closed on Tuesday)

Claypot Loh Shu Fun

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Loh Shu Fun literally translates into rat noodles because of the shape of the rice noodles that resemble the tail of a rat. It is cooked in a Claypot with a fragrant dark sauce and mixed with ground pork, bean sprouts and mustard greens, plus topped with a sunny side egg.

China Town Seng Kee
Address: 50, Jalan Sultan, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2072 5950
Opening hours: 7:30pm – 2:00am (Daily)

Restoran Goon Wah
Address: G13 & 14, Jalan 3/115C, KP 2, Taman Kuchai Lama, Off Jalan Kuchai Lama, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 7982 0048
Opening hours: 9:30am – 3:30pm (Monday – Friday)

Restoran SS2 Murni
Address: Jalan SS2/75, Taman Sea, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm / 6:00pm – 5:00am (Daily)

Durian

Fans of the King of Fruits don’t have to wait till durian season to have a bite of this magnificent fruit. Now you can find it served all year round in many roadside stalls arcross the country.

King of the King Pahang Durian Stall
Address: SS2/24, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 10 237 7896
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 12:00am (Daily)

Soon Huat Durian Market
Address: Jalan Cempaka 3, Taman Cempaka, Ampang‎, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 16 272 9843
Opening hours: 11:00am – 11:30pm (Daily)

Donald’s Durian Stall
Address: Jalan 19/29, Section 19, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 12 225 8704
Opening hours: 12:30pm – 12:00am (Daily)

Fish Head Noodle

This popular hawker dish is usually made with rice vermicelli. The flavour of the tomato based fish broth is brought to life with a splash of evaporated milk. This gives it a nice sweet taste, which goes well with the addition of ham choi (salty pickled vegetables).

Woo Pin Fish Head Noodles
Address: A37, Plaza Danau 2, Jalan 109F, Taman Danau Desa, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 359 5518
Opening hours: 7:30am – 10:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Taynton Fish Head Noodle
Address: 63, Jalan Dato Haji Harun, Taman Taynton View, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 16 983 7728
Opening hours: 9:00am — 9:30pm (Closed on Tuesday)

Restoran Goon Wah
Address: G13 & 14, Jalan 3/115C, KP 2, Taman Kuchai Lama, Off Jalan Kuchai Lama, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 7982 0048
Opening hours: 9:30am – 3:30pm (Monday – Friday)

Fruit Rojak

This local version of a fruit salad is not as healthy as it sounds! Jicama, pineapple, cucumber, guava, green mango and deep fried beancurd are tossed in a fragrant dark belancan (shrimp paste) soy sauce and sprinkled with peanuts and toasted sesame seeds. Different places serve their own variation, which are all equally yummy!

D’Tau Heritage Food Village
Address: 80-82, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:30am – 4:00pm (Daily)

Restoran Wong Chau
Address: Jalan Helang 13, Puchong Jaya
Opening hours: 5:00pm – 10:30pm (Daily)

Restoran Kum Chuan
Address: Jalan SS13/1A, Subang Jaya
Opening hours: 10:30am – 3:30pm (Monday – Friday)

Kai See Hör Fun

The base of this dish is flat rice noodles, which are served either in a soup or tossed in a dark soy based sauce. It is mixed with slices of steamed chicken and prawns, and sprinkled with deep fried shallots and spring onions. It’s a hearty meal, which is best enjoyed during a rainy day.

Restorant Ipoh Sedap
Address: 94, Jalan SS 2/60, SS 2, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 9:00am – 9:30pm (Closed on Tuesday)

San Peng Prawn Noodles
Address: 46 Jalan San Peng, Off Jalan Yoke Lew, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 290 7050
Opening hours: 7:30am – 3:30pm (Closed on Tuesday)

Restoran Chong Toong Kee
Address: No. 5-1, Jalan PJU 8/5I, Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 8:00am – 3:00pm (Daily)

Keropok Lekor

Keropok Lekor is a traditional fish cracker that originates from Terengganu. It is made of fish paste, sago flour and various spices and herbs. It is usually cut into thin slices that are fried to cripsy perfection or is cut into finger-sized pieces that give it a nice chewy texture. It is normally served with a sweet chilli sauce.

Keramat Lekor
Address: 6, Jalan Datuk Keramat, Kampung Datuk Keramat, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 4257 5684
Opening hours: 6:30am – 7:00pm (Daily)

Kak Min Keropok Lekor Ori Ganu
Address: Persiaran Minang 4, Batu 9, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:00am – 7:00pm (Closed on Sunday)

Rojak Pasembur

This India style mixed salad is a popular street food that hails from Penang. Cucumbers, potatoes, beancurd, turnip, bean sprouts, boiled eggs, prawn fritters and boiled cuttlefish are tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce and sprinkled with crushed peanuts.

Rojak Bellamy
Address: Pernama, Jalan Bellamy, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 19 215 3606
Opening hours: 7:00am – 5:30pm (Daily)

MSS Maju
Address: Off Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8:30am – 3:00pm (Daily)

Rojak Mustaffa
Address: Jalan 17/41A, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 5:30pm (Daily)

Curry Laksa

This Malaysian favourite has rice vermicelli or egg noodles swimming in a bowl of a spicy curry based broth, which has a slight sweetness due to the coconut milk. It is usually topped with shredded chicken, prawns, boiled eggs, beancurd and bean sprouts. If you like it extra spicy, add some extra sambal into your bowl!

Restoran Yu Ai
Address: 42, Jalan Segambut Utara, Kawasan Perusahaan Segambut, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 335 5563
Opening hours: 11:00am – 9:30pm (Daily)

Limapulo: Baba Can Cook
Address: 50, Jalan Doraisamy, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +03 2698 3268
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 3:00pm / 6:00pm – 10:00pm (Closed on Sunday)

Restoran 168
Address: 1, Jalan Brunei Utara, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6:00am – 5:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Tau Fu Fah

This popular Chinese dessert is usually served for breakfast or as a snack. The soybean pudding usually has a smooth silky texture that just melts in your mouth. Pillows of tau fu fah steeps in a sugary syrup and is equally delicious served hot and cold.

Uncle Lay Cold Tau Fu Fa
Address: Jalan Klang Lama, Taman Overseas Union, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 11:00pm (Daily)

Soya King
Address: 27, Jalan 14/27B, Desa Setapak, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 14 833 3832
Opening hours: 7:00am – 7:30pm (Closed on Monday)

Tang Pin Kitchen
Address: 24, Jalan SS 2/24, Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7877 2376
Opening hours: 8:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Roti John

This omelette sandwich is as sinful as it gets. Minced meat, eggs and chopped onions are cooked and placed into the cavity of a baguette that has been halved and pan-fried to give it a crispy texture on the outside.

Burger Bobby Simpang 3
Address: 5, Jalan AU 5C/1, Taman Lembah Keramat, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 13 640 2237
Opening hours: 4:00pm – 4:00am (Daily)

Geo’s Hartamas
Address: Jalan 23/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 12 285 7744
Opening hours: 7:30pm – 3:00am (Daily)

Roti Tisu

Roti tissue is a sweet flat bread that is cripsy and wafer thin. It is usually served in a shape of a cone and comes with a side of dhal, curry and condensed milk. Some places serve it with kaya (coconut jam) or ice cream.

Kayu Nasi Kandar
Address: 64,66 Jalan SS 2/10, 47300 Taman Sea
Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7877 7745
Opening hours: 24 Hours (Daily)

Restoran TG’s Nasi Kandar
Address: 3, Tengkat Tong Shin, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 19 335 0490
Opening hours: 24 hours (Daily)

Otak Otak

Otak otak is a spicy nonya fish cake, which is steamed or grilled in a banana leaf wrap. It is made out of fresh fish paste, tapioca starch and different spices, and has a custard-like texture.

Songket Restaurant
Address: No. 29, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2161 3331
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 3:00pm / 6:00pm – 11:00pm (Monday – Friday) and 5:00pm – 11:00pm (Saturday & Sunday)

Restoran Yong Len
Address: 2, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 1, Kuala Lumpur
Tel:+60 3-7728 0376
Opening hours: 10:00am – 3:00pm (Closed on Monday)

White Coffee

This popular drink from Ipoh was introduced in the 19th century by Chinese migrants who came to work in the local tin mines. The coffee beans are roasted with sugar, margarine and wheat, which give it a distint taste. It is delicious served both hot and cold.

Old Town White Coffee
Address: Lot T-014A, Third Floor, Mid Valley Megamall, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2201 0899
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

D’Rich
Address: No. 1, Ground Floor, Jalan PJS 8/5, Dataran Mentari, Petaling Jaya, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 9080 2613
Opening hours: 8:00am – 1:00am (Daily)

Hailam Kopitiam
Address: 5 & 25A, Lorong Ara Kiri 1, Lucky Garden, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2201 2307
Opening hours: 7:30am – 12:00am (Daily)

Pork Noodles

Nothing spells comfort food more than a bowl of hearty pork noodles. Different restaurants or stall have their own style, some with minced pork or slices of pork with the inards and all. You can also choose from a variety of noodles, either served in a bowl of soup or kon lou (dry) style.

Peter’s Pork Noodle
Address: Restoran One Sentral, 144A Jalan Vivekanda, Off Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 13 336 3953
Opening hours: 7:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Kedai Kopi Kim Hing Lee
Address: No. G2A, Jalan Cenuk 1, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Batu Dua Belas, Puchong
TelL +60 3 8888 8888
Opening hours: 6:30am – 3:00pm (Daily)

Restoran Siong Pin
Address: Jalan SS3/31 and SS3/60, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 7:00am – 2:00pm (Closed on the last Wednesday and Thursday of the month)

Yong Tau Fu

Yong tau fu is a hakka dish where different vegetables are stuffed with a minced fish and pork filling. It is usually steamed then served in a bowl of soup or with different types of dipping sauces on the side.

Puchong Yong Tau Fu
Address: No. 105, Kampung Baru, Jalan Tembusu, Batu 14, Puchong
Tel: +60 19 678 8188
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 9:00pm (Closed on Wednesday)

Restoran Wai Kei
Address: S/Lot 2, Jalan Kelang Lama, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 13 391 8269
Opening hours: 11:30am – 9:30pm (Closed on Monday)

Wah Kiow Hakka Yong Tau FuAddress: No. 1, Jalan Peel, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 9283 7576
Opening hours: 10:00am – 3:00pm (Closed on Monday)

Satay

This street food was originally from Indonesia. Different types of meat such as chicken, lamb, beef or pork are marinated in various spices then grilled to perfection on a skewer. It is served on the side with a spicy peanut sauce, slices of cucumbers and ketupat (steamed rice cakes).

Sate Kajang Hj. Samuri
Address: No. 79 & 79M, SS21/37, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 3 7710 5318
Opening hours: 11:00am – 12:15am (Daily except on Friday 3:00pm – 12:15am)

Zaini Satay
Address: Stall No. 5, Jalan Kerja Ayer Lama, Ampang, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 13 369 3934
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 12:00pm (Daily)

Sen Kee Satay
Address: Restaurant Hou Yi Kee, No. 12A, Jalan Desa, Taman Desa Aman Puri, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 19-218 7538
Opening hours: 6pm – 10.30pm (Closed on Monday)

Beef Rendang

Beef rendang is another Indonesian dish that has been adapted to the local taste. Chunks of beef are slow-cooked for hours in a rich and spicy lemongrass and coconut paste. The result is deep flavoursome meat that is so tender you can tear it off with your fork.

Bijan Bar & Restaurant
Address: No. 3, Jalan Ceylon, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2031 3575
Opening hours: 4:30pm – 11:00pm (Daily)

Old China Cafe
Address: No. 11, Jalan Balai Polis, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2072 5915
Opening hours: 11:30am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Madam Kwan’s
Address: Lot 420 / 421, Level 4, Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2026 2297
Opening hours: 11:00 am-10:30 pm (Daily)

Sup Tulang

This Malay style beef bone soup is the perfect comfort food especially during a rainy day. The broth is infused with different spices and has a rich flavour. The meat is tender and melts in your mouth. However, the best part is perhaps digging for and slurping the delicious bone marrow!

Warung Cherry
Address: Jalan Sungai Penchala, Kampung Sungai Penchala, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 19 344 1326
Opening hours: 11:00am – 5:00pm (Daily)

Gearbox Warung Dusun
Address: Kampung Sungai Ramal Dalam, Bandar Baru Bangi
Opening hours: 6:00pm – 1:00am (Daily)

Beef Noodles

Chinese style beef noodles are popular meals for breakfast or lunch. Different stalls served it differently, with ground beef, beef slices, beef balls and all the other part of the cow or buffalo. You can order it in a bowl of soup or kon lou (dry style) in a fragrant dark sauce.

Kah Hiong Ngiu Chap
Address: No.11&13,Jalan Puteri 4/8, Bandar Puteri, Puchong New Vil, Puchong
Tel: +60 3 8066 9829
Opening hours: 10:00am – 9:00pm (Daily)

Lai Foong Beef Noodle
Address: 138, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +6 0 3 2072 8123
Opening hours: 6:30am – 4:30pm (Daily)

Tangkak Beef Noodles
Address: 287, Jalan Mahkota, Taman Maluri, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 17 336 8805
Opening hours: 9:30am – 9:30pm (Daily)

Mee Rebus

This popular Jawanese dish is literally translated to “Boiled Noodles.” Egg noodles are tossed in a sweet and slightly spicy curry-like gravy. The dish is garnished with hard-boiled eggs, prawns, fish cakes, fried tofu, bean sprouts and other condiments.

Rosli Mee Rebus
Address: Lorong Bunus 4, Off Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +6019 280 3171
Opening hours: 9:30am – 4:30pm (Closed on Sunday)

Proud Janny
Address: LG-08, Lower Ground Floor, The Weld, 76, Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 16 200 1806
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm (Daily)

Maggie Goreng

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Trust Malaysians to amp up instant noodles and turn it into a hawker dish that is loved by many. Instant noodles are stir-fried with soy sauce and a sambal paste and topped with eggs and vegetables. It’s sinful, but oh so delicious!

Nasi Kandar Bestari
Address: Jalan 26/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 6201 6471
Opening hours: 9:00am – 3:00am (Daily)

Sri Steven’s Corner
Address: 18 & 18A, Jalan Hujan Rahmat 2, OUG, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 7781 9762
Opening hours: 24 hours (Daily)

Restoran Sri Nirwana Maju
Address: 43 Jalan Telawi 3, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2287 8445
Opening hours: 10:00am – 1:30am (Daily)

Ramly Burger

Be prepared for things to get messy! This sinful meal is often found served at roadside stalls. Ramly beef or chicken patties are grilled and sandwiched between burger buns with vegetables, cheese, eggs and different types of sauces.

Brother John
Address: 56-84, Jalan SS 21/39, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 12 694 4154
Opening hours: 4:00pm – 4:00am (Closed on Sunday)

A&Z Burger
Address: Jalan 20/7, Taman Paramount, Petaling Jaya
Tel: +60 12 310 0154
Opening hours: 7:00pm- 2:00am (Closed on Sunday)

OM Burger
Address: 7-11, Jalan Ayer Kerja Lama, Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8pm – 11.30pm (Daily)