Taiping
This lakeside hawker court and coffee shop has a good selection of stalls serving dishes from curry mee (yellow noodles submerged in spicy broth) to ikan…
Must-see restaurants in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
The line of customers at this street stall confirms its status as one of KL's top purveyors of the filling, fried noodle dish.
Sarawak
Several old-time kopitiam (coffee shops) can be found along Jln Maju. In the morning, locals gather to dine on Foochow specialities, read Chinese…
Miri
This simple canteen is one of Miri’s best North Indian eateries, serving up mouth-watering tandoori chicken (RM12), naan bread and mango lassi (RM5) as…
Johor
As well as housing a collection of stalls selling hawker food, this centre opposite the ferry terminal is where you go to book ferry tickets and resorts…
Sarawak
A street stall selling freshly made doughnuts and youtiao (fried Chinese churros) – perfect to bring on an upriver boat trip. Follow your nose to its…
Sarawak
Famous Mama does Mamak (halal Indian-Malay) cuisine and is a popular place for quick, cheap nasi kandar (rice served with side dishes of different curries…
Kuala Lumpur
Plastic tables and noodle vendors spill out on to the pavement at this rustic place selling some of the best curry mee, spicy curry laksa and wan tan mee …
Kuala Lumpur
On KL's busiest food street is this nontouristy joint serving spicy Sichuan dishes. It's all good, from the chilli-oil fried fish to the gunpowder chicken…
Malaysia
This basic shop is a great place to pick up some of Seremban’s famous pao (golden pastry pork buns).
Peninsular Malaysia's Northeast
This bustling market smells of slippery fish and ripe durians, but there are plenty of more accessible produce such as bananas – fresh or fried – to munch…
Pulau Langkawi
This is the place to go in Pantai Cenang for a banquet of Chinese-style seafood. It's packed out daily with families feasting on shrimp, crabs and fresh…
Penang
Middle Eastern visitors have brought their cuisine to Batu Ferringhi, and this is the pick of the lot. We fancy the meze platter, which brings together…
Peninsular Malaysia's Northeast
Koko gets good reviews from campers for its small but changing menu of Asian and international dishes. You can also get a beer here, and it even has…
Sarawak
A buzzing little place with pavement tables and views of the river that serves up tasty Indonesian fare, including nasi lalapan (rice, vegetables and tofu…
Semporna
This reliable stalwart caters to night owls and insomniacs, with fried noodle dishes, seafood rice and all manner of variations on the roti canai…
Sarawak
Opened in 2018, this outdoor food court features 40 stalls handily divided into a Malay side and a Chinese side. It's a breezy and cool spot to be after…
Pantai Batu Buruk Night Market
Kuala Terengganu
The aroma from charcoal grills wafts over Pantai Batu Buruk every Friday night. It's very popular. If you are taking a taxi here on a Friday evening,…
George Town
One of central George Town's best old-school markets, Cecil Street has a delicious selection of hawker food and a couple of stalls selling nonya kueh …
Kuala Lumpur
One of the better options in Starhill's Feast floor, Enak is worth searching out for its finely presented Malay cuisine with a sophisticated twist.
Sarawak
The park's canteen serves simple rice and noodle dishes. If you are staying in the park and would like to eat an evening meal at the canteen, inform staff…
Penang
Part of the Kek Lok Si temple complex, this no-frills restaurant offers buffets and set meals of simple but nourishing Chinese vegetarian food.
Johor Bahru
An authentic vegetarian Indian restaurant run by volunteers of the Temple of Fine Arts, with the motto ‘eat what you want and give as you feel’. Meals are…
Sarawak
If you've ever wanted to try fresh frog porridge (RM14), this is the place to come. Less-adventurous diners can choose from one of eight stalls selling…
Ipoh
Reliable Vietnamese fare, from lemongrass pork and crystal spring rolls to enormous soups, is served up at this efficient and friendly restaurant with a…
Sarawak
A classy, old-school Chinese restaurant that locals flock to. Foochow specialities include sea-cucumber soup (RM10) and white pomfret (RM70 to RM80 for a…
Kota Kinabalu
The woks are always flamin' and sizzlin' at this popular Cantonese joint below Ang's Hotel. Look out for sweet-and-sour shrimp, jungle fern and oyster…
Kuala Lumpur
An excellent choice of meals and snacks and slick design make this one of the best shopping-mall food courts in KL. It’s also surrounded by scores of…
Kuala Lumpur
The Sisters' delicious 'drunken' chicken mee (noodles) made with rice wine makes for a great breakfast or lunch on Jln Alor before the evening crowds…
Kuala Lumpur
Slurp tasty ramen noodles in a rich pork broth at this joint in Pavilion's Tokyo Street, an outlet of a famous stall originating from the Japanese island…
Pulau Tioman
The last spot before the stairs leading south, Sunset serves beer, booze, milkshakes and deservedly popular pizza. The wildly popular happy hour is from…
Pulau Langkawi
Above-average nasi campur (buffet of curried meats, fish and vegetables, served with rice), including a few vegetable options, served by a friendly family.
George Town
Come here for tasty banana-leaf meals (the daily set lunch for RM8 is one of George Town’s greatest food bargains), as well as the thickest mango lassi in…
Pulau Tioman
This open place not far from the jetty is flushed with the sea breeze, serving decent seafood, with tables out front on the sand and barbecues in the…
George Town
A homey, old-school dining room serving likewise Peranakan dishes. If you're intimidated by the menu, opt for the daily set lunch, which is posted out…
Kuala Terengganu
Pull up a plastic chair under the whirling fans for cheap Malay, Thai and Chinese hawker favourites and the best selection of cold beer in Kuala…
Nasi Air Hideng Pok Sen Food Court
Kota Bharu
The open-sided, fan-cooled, but still steamy Nasi Air Hideng Pok Sen Food Court has several small stalls serving Malay specialities and a self-serve…
Kuala Lumpur
This stylish Italian joint will satisfy your cravings for authentic pizza and pasta.
George Town
Some claim the burgers at this casual spot are the best in town. With a short drinks list and a fun, eclectic vibe, Junk also serves as a bar.
Mt Kinabalu & Kinabalu National Park
This pleasant cafe serves a huge range of dishes, including noodles, rice, fresh fruit juices, seafood standards and an 'American breakfast'.
