You can’t call yourself a Malaysian descent if you haven’t had a plate or two of the infamous Nasi Lemak!
For those who aren’t aware of the so-called national cuisine of Malaysia, it is a Malay fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaf with delectable ingredients including fried chicken, peanuts, dried fish, cucumber slices, and eggs.
1. The Coconut Valley
The Coconut Valley is a nice spot in Masai which does not only cater to the hungry tummy of customers because it can also allow you to spend some time in a cozy and comfortable space. As a matter of fact, the interior comprising of wooden tables and chairs and adorned with green plants instantly attracts customers. When it comes to food, the restaurant brags of a menu of truly sumptuous dishes including fried chicken and fragrant coconut milk rice (nasi lemak), available at only RM11.90.
After the main course, don’t miss to have their cendol.
Location: Blk H, G-02, Jalan Jelatang 27, Kota Puteri, Taman Cahaya, Masai, 81750 Johor
Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm; Closed on Tuesdays
2. Coconut Milk Cafe
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Over time, Nasi Lemak has become a very innovative dish and one who stepped it up a notch is Coconut Milk Cafe in Adda Height! Their creativity can vividly be seen on every plate of their Nasi Lemak! More flavors to choose from, but all taste just superbly delicious!
Location: 147, Jalan Adda 3/1, Taman Adda Heights, Johor Bahru
Hours: 10:30am – 12:00mn
3. Restoran Mana Lagi
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Restoran Mana Lagi isn’t just famous in Johor but it has been also featured in a TV station in Singapore! It offers a self-service policy allowing their customers to freely add preferred ingredients on their Nasi Lemak!
Location: 569, Jalan Persiaran Perling 1, Taman Perling, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: 6:00am – 12:00mn; Closed on Fridays
4. Johor Jaya恐龙蛋椰浆饭
If you think Nasi Lemak is very common, well this store’s Nasi Lemak might change your perception! Get your plate ready for a nerve-wracking Nasi Lemak with Dinosaur Egg! Yikes! Did the Dino eggs scare you? Fret not! It is just their own way of serving Nasi Lemak with a twist!
Location: 113, 115, 117, Jalan Bakawali 48, Taman Johor Jaya
Hours: 7:30am – 3:00pm
5. The Toast
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One of the must-stop stalls when it comes to satisfying your taste buds with savory Nasi Lemak. In fact, The Toast has a number of branches in Johor Bahru selling your favorite dish at an affordable price. In addition to fried chicken and coconut rice, there are also fried chicken wings, Otak which can be enjoyed in three choices.
Locations:
*Lot 2110, Jalan Permas Utara, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, Johor Bahru
*108-110, Jalan Dedap 13, Taman Johor Jaya, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
*No. 85, Jalan Bentara 20, Taman Ungku Tun Aminah, Johor Bahru
*19, Jalan Austin Heights 3, Taman Mount Austin 81100 Johor Bahru
Hours: 8:00am – 9:00pm (each branch ends at different times)
6. Nasi Lemak Wak Kentut Kulai
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A store in Kulai which has been in the business of serving fried chicken and coconut milk rice for more than three decades. Nasi Lemak Wak Kentut Kulai brags a fried chicken mixed with red ginger, turmeric powder, and other ingredients, that makes both men and women, children and adult to come back for more.
Location: Jalan Susur Kulai 2, Taman Kulai Besar, Kulai, Johor
Hours: 4:00pm – 5:00am
7. Corsica Kopitiam
Unlike traditional coffee shops, Corsica Kopitiam allows the customers to enjoy food comfortably. The kopitiam serves thick coconut milk rice with spicy sambal, eggs, peanut, dried fish, and other ingredients.
Location: No. 151, Jalan Kenanga 29/6, Indahpura, Kulai
Hours: 8:00am – 3:00pm
