Molek is a not-so-big town consisting of many hotels and restaurants. People who live here definitely did not have problems in choosing what to eat for their breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Each restaurant indeed offers a delicacy unique from others, perfect if your cravings change constantly. But for those who wish to visit the place or to pass by it, you might as well try their foods while here.
1. 炭馬烧肉专门店 TANBA – Japanese BBQ
Among the few Japanese restaurants in Molek includes TANBA Japanese BBQ. Choose from various Japanese delicacies such as sushi, sashimi, and different BBQs. You can enjoy pork, chicken, beef, and even seafood BBQ! Whichever you choose, you can assure the freshness of the meat, which is marinated with special sauce before being grilled above the charcoal. Their best seller is the unique Japanese-style barbecue which is cooked without smoke and oil.
Address: 31, Jln Molek 3/20, Taman Molek
Time: 12:00nn-12:00mn
2. Gourmandises
This one is for those who have a sweet tooth! Gourmandises has a variety of desserts that are not only sweet and delicious but also very appealing to the eye. This dessert shop has an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in a French resto. Aside from the usual cakes, coffee, and bread, they also serve pasta and other cuisines.
Address: 68, Jalan Molek 2/1, Taman Molek
Time: 11:00am-9:00pm; Closed on Wednesdays
3. Belly Bar
If your tongue is looking for a different taste, then you can try indulging at Belly Bar Restaurant. Here you will be served with cheesy sandwiches freshly baked in a charcoal fire, layered with bacon, fresh tomato, lettuce and egg, which is an authentic Taiwanese cuisine. They also have cheesy and crispy burritos.
Address: 9, Jalan Molek 1/9, Taman Molek
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm; Closed on Mondays
4. Just Want Coffee, Homies
Attention, coffee lovers! Here is a coffee shop that serves not only exquisite coffee but also other beverages to quench your thirst such as tea and soda. You can stay and enjoy the relaxing environment while sipping your favorite cup of coffee perfectly matched with pasta, bread, or a salad of your choice. Perfect for brunch people!
Address: 9, Jalan Molek 1/9, Taman Molek
Time: 8:00am-5:00pm; Closed on Mondays
5. Ming You Fook (民友福海鲜饭店)
Yep, the name says it all. Ming You Fook Seafood Restaurant serves plenty of types of seafood dishes. From raw shrimps to crab rice noodles, and even large lobsters. All fresh and flavorful. They are also open for parties in their resto; they have karaoke for the guests to use and VIP rooms that accommodate up to 80 people.
Address: 19, Jalan Molek 3/20, Taman Molek
Time: 11:00am-2:30pm; 5:00pm-11:00pm
6. Sensation E Cafe and Bakery
Established in 2005, Sensation E Cafe & Bakery has been serving freshly baked bread and cakes in different unique flavors! They actually have cakes made with 100% real durian and mango flavored tarts. In addition to their menu is their Javanese noodles, which they are famous for.
Address: 25, Jalan Molek 1/29, Taman Molek
Time: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:30pm; Sat-Sun, 8:00am-5:00pm
7. The Bierhaus Molek
The Bierhaus is intended solely for lunchtime. They offer a variety of meal choices, so you can have whatever your cravings are for any day. To make your simple lunchtime with your friends more amusing, you may avail of their new lunch offer of unlimited and different flavors of soup and salad, plus meals and drinks of your choice. All for an affordable price.
Address: 01, Jalan Molek 1/5C, Taman Molek,
Time: 11:00am-3:00pm (Lunch)
8. Niu Niu Bar
Looking for great food, drinks, and a nice place to socialize, dance, listen to live bands, and play games? Niu Niu Bar can offer you all of them. It is a black-and-white themed bar that is ideal for those who wish to unwind. Aside from the usual beer, their bartenders can offer you other beverages to lift your mood up.
Address: 29, Jalan Molek 3/10, Taman Molek, 81100 Johor Bahru,
Time: 5:00pm-2:00am
9. Kopilicious
Again, calling all the coffee addicts! Kopilicious is indeed another place that you will treat as paradise. Their signature drink is Kopi Beng, an iced coffee perfectly matched with Rendang Chicken. Kopi Beng has a very inviting aroma and appearance with foams floating on top. The taste is just right (not very bitter and not very sweet). There It was even labeled as the best coffee house in Molek.
Address: 25, Jalan Molek 1/29, Taman Molek,
Time: 11:00am-2:30pm; 5:00pm-11:00pm
10. Master Chen Restaurant (师傅粿條仔)
Said as having one of the best Kuey Tiao Kia (small rice cake strips) in Johor Bahru, Master Chen Restaurant offers healthy and flavorful delicacies, especially local foods.
Address: 90, Jalan Molek 2/2, Taman Molek
Time: 12:30pm-9:00pm; Closed on Wednesdays
11. Nico cafe & 2Min PIZZA
Months ago, 2min Pizza has decided to provide pizzas for Nico Cafe. So instead of the usual cakes and coffee, they will also serve delicious pizza. 2min Pizza also expanded their menu since then. More choices of food, the merrier for the customers of these two!
Address: 6, Jalan Molek 1/9, Taman Molek
Time: 11am-9pm (Closed on Sundays)
12. Kemuri
Another Japanese-styled restaurant in the town of Molek is the Kemuri. The place is always filled with the savory smell of juicy and tasty beef that is being grilled with its flavorful seasoning. This is indeed for BBQ addicts!
Address: 24, Jalan Molek 1/30, Taman Molek
Time: Mon-Fri, 11:30am-3pm; 5pm-11pm; Sat-Sun, 11:30am-1:00pm
13. 美景园
If the place you desire to visit is one for families, then 美景园 is what you are looking for. Here, you can enjoy Chinese-style cuisine rest assured that your family will love.
Address: 1, Jalan Molek 2/37, Taman Molek
14. Han Korea BBQ, TMN Molek
Fancying another cuisine? Then you may run to Han Korea BBQ. You can enjoy famous Korean foods such as samgyupsal and kimchi, along with a variety of small dishes. Nonetheless, it is their Korean-style barbecue that makes their customers come back here.
Address: 76, Jalan Molek 1/28, Taman Molek
Time: 11:30am-11:00pm
15. 初 Initial
Fancy a fancy dinner for someone very special to you? Or you just wish to experience being in an exquisite place enjoying the luxury of it while they serve you first-class and delicious cuisine? Then you should definitely visit 初 Initial!
Address: 9-G, Jln Molek 3/20, Taman Molek
Time: 6:00pm-11:00pm; Closed on Mondays
Tel: 016-247 0977
16. Hayashi Japanese Restaurant
One more restaurant that serves authentic Japanese cuisine is the Hayashi Japanese Restaurant. Here, you can see your food being cooked and presented before they serve it to you. So if you are an enthusiast of sushi, sashimi, yakitori, and udon (Japanese noodles), you must visit Hayashi and have a refreshing beer once full.
Address: Lot B3-01-02, No 7, Molek Pine 3 Apartment, Jalan Molek 1/27, Taman Molek
Time: Mon-Fri, 5:00pm-12:00mn; Sat-Sun, 12:00nn-12:00mn
17. 好一家海鲜火锅餐厅 Taman Molek
It is a seafood restaurant that is famous for serving hot, MSG-free, and flavorful seafood soup made from fresh ingredients! You can also choose to enjoy your soup together with their three-layer meat which is a perfect combination.
Address: 89, 87, & 85, Jalan Molek 3/10, Taman Molek
Time: 5:00pm-12:30am
18. The Brew Orchestra
The name of the restaurant itself cries out to coffee lovers who also want to spend their weekend or free time in a cozy place and enjoy not only nicely brewed coffee but also pasta, waffles, and other comfort foods.
Address: 19, Jalan Molek 1/5C, Taman Molek
Time: 9:30am-10:00pm
19. The Sugar Pantry
Aside from Gourmandises, another place to dash into when you are craving for sweets is the Sugar Pantry. Every dessert is served with a pleasing appearance that would make you want to take a thousand pictures first. A big plus to the eyes is the neatness and beauty of the place that is creatively decorated. Very Instagrammable!
Address: 47, Jalan Molek 1/9, Taman Molek
Time: 10:00am-10:00pm
20. 马口手工面粉糕
Handmade flour cakes from 马口手工面粉糕 are tasty and very smooth. Not only children will love it, also those who are young at heart!
Address: 36, Jalan Molek 2, Taman Molek
Time: 10:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-9:00pm; Closed on Saturdays
21. Siam House Johor Bahru
To have a break from the usual, Siam House is present to serve you authentic Thai delicacies. Of course, their highlight is the tom yum, a hot and sour shrimp soup, which originated in Thailand. Let it give you the spice while also enjoying other foods such as Thai fried rice and omelettes.
Address: G-07, Johor Bahru, 81100, Johor, Jalan Molek 1/30, Taman Molek
Time: 11:00am-11:00pm
22. Niniq Javanese Cuisine
Indonesian delicacies have also found its way in Johor Bahru. Niniq Javanese Cuisine was established in 2005, and since then it has been bringing the taste of traditional Javanese recipes to the people of Molek. There are Indonesian salad, soup, and other several dishes that await you.
Address: 19 & 21, Jalan Molek 3/10, Taman Molek
Time: 9:00am-10:00pm
23. FIG Cafe
One thing that makes FIG Cage unique is that it caters a variety of food choices. From Japanese rice to Chinese soup, Cantonese Style Fried Beehoon, and even Western food. So if you got tired of the usual, you can always indulge different foods in the same place.
Address: 31, Jalan Molek 3/10, Taman Molek
Time: 7:30am-11:00pm
24. Restoran Yang Shen Bakuteh 养身肉骨茶
For those who love Bak kut teh, this restaurant is perfect for you. They cook their herbal pork rib soup with herbs and spices such as garlic, cloves, star anise, and coriander, which makes it healthy and flavorful.
Address: S08-01, Pangsapuri Molek Pulai, Taman Molek
Time: 9:00am-9:00pm; Closed on Mondays