When we talk about food, each of us has their own favourites, rights? Since most of the people can’t take to resist decadent foods, no wonder that there are lots of food stall that have mushroomed over the city.
Today, we will explore Pontian and the foods that we can eat here! Let’s go! Come with us…
Love Indian cuisines? Then head to Restoran Said Alwi and savour your favourites. The restaurant has come up with their another must-try dish – Naan Cheese – which has really a thick cheese! Aside from this, you can also taste their ayam tandoori and roti canai which are both temptingly delicious.
Location: 19,, 2, Jalan Pulai Perdana 4/4, Taman Sri Pulai Perdana, 81300 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: Open 24/7
Contact: +60 12-715 2561
2. MiUdang JB
On the other hand, this one is for shrimp enthusiasts – MiUdand JB. Drool over different shrimp dishes. Like noodles, try their shrimp noodles. If you want to warm your stomach, sip their savoury soup noodles. You can also have fried noodles if you like. You can eat your favourite seafood as much as you like.
Location: 39, Jalan Pulai Perdana 4/3, Sri Pulai Perdana 2, 81300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: 4:30PM – 1:00AM, Closed on Wednesdays
Contact: +60 10-509 3081
3. Cucur Udang Sri Pulai
Can’t get enough of shrimps? Another shrimp stall that you can go to here at Pontian is Cucur Udang. They sell fried shrimp which is very crispy and flavourful! Try this now!
Location: No. 1, Jalan Ara 9, Taman Sri Pulai, 81110, Johor Bahru
Hours: 11:30AM – 6:30PM, Closed on Saturdays
Contact: 019-7773178
4. Dongxing Bak Kut
As part of the Chinese traditional cuisines, Bak Kut, of course will always be there. Not to mention that this is one of the favourite foods of Chinese.
There is another Bak Kut that you will also like – Dongxing Bak Kut, which has a thick soup full of bowls fritters! Guaranteed to make you eat unstoppable.
Location: Jalan Besar, Pekan Nanas, 81500
5. Mee Rebus Sentap Anim
For those who like Malay cuisines, Mee Rebus is perfect for you. Try and taste few lontong included in your soup which has absolutely good taste!
Location: No. 52, Sri Damai, Kg Mesjid, Pekan Nanas, 81500 Pontian, Johor, Malaysia
Contact: 017-7628646
6. Cendol
Beat the heat with a bowl of ice cool cendol. Aside from this delight, you can also catch their glutinous rice which taste so good!
Location: Jalan Kampung Melayu Raya, 81500 Pekan Nanas, Johor
7. No. 8.8 Fruit
Fond of drinking fresh fruit extract? Oh, good thing! You don’t need to squeeze or shake fruits every time you crave for it, you can now have it ready made! You can have your juice absolutely made from 100% fresh fruit extract! Don’t miss to try this one!
Location: 8, Jalan Besar, Pekan Nanas, Johor
Hours: 10:30AM – 10:00PM
Contact: 019-7770779
For coffee lovers out there, you must try to visit this one – Kopi ‘O’ Kampung. If you are having double thoughts about their coffee, then come and experience it for yourself!
Location: Kampung Batu Dua Puluh Sembilan, 81500 Pekan Nanas, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: Daily, 8:00AM – 6:30PM
Contact: 012-7577920
9. Samry Corner
Roti canai is a favourite of both adults and children. Why not? It is so crunchy and perfectly partnered with special sauce! If you haven’t taste this yet, then you must go and try it now!
Location: 15, Jalan Utama 2, Taman Utama, Pekan Nanas
Hours: Mon-Sat, 5:00PM – 12:00AM, Sundays, 7:00AM – 12:00PM
Contact:
10. Sri Tuah Booth
Tired and hungry from work? Make a perfect afternoon tea break at Sri Tuah Booth. Enjoy their delicious foods which come with affordable prices!
Location: Taman Tuah, Pekan Nanas
Hours: Mon-Sat, 6:00AM – 12:00PM, Closed on Sundays
Contact: 019-7467152
11. Li Gouqi Laksa (curry noodles)
Fan of curry noodles? Come to Pekan and have a taste of it at Li Guoqi. After so many years of serving the delectable dish with laksa, now it comes with a special sambal taste which makes it more delicious! If you have tried the old dish and the present one, you will know the difference.
Location: DH 722, Jalan Sawah 81500, Pekan Nanas, Johor
Hours: 8;30AM – 3:00PM, Closed on Sundays
Contact: 07-6992479
12. WA BBQ
Another seafood place for seafood lovers can be found here in Pontian, WA BBQ. You can eat a range of seafood including clams, scallops and prawns that are undeniably very tasty!
There are also various cooking methods here like barbecue, tomyam, asam and more which bring out the full flavour of each delectable dish!
Location: No. 13, Taman Bakek Jaya, Jalan Bakek, Pontian Johor, 82000 Pontian Kechil, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: 11:00AM – 10:00PM, Closed on Mondays
Contact: 07-6869526
13. Kafe Rasa Ria
Hang out with this Halal Restaurant – Kafe Rasa Ria. They serve Indonesian food, western cuisine, coffee and a lot more dishes that you will surely gonna like! Aside from the delectable dishes that they serve, you can also enjoy their cosy ambiance as well as the affordable prices of the foods!
Location: No.34,, Jln Delima 2, Pusat Perdagangan Pontian, 82000 Pontian District, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: Daily, 11:30AM – 9:30PM
Contact: +60 12-718 4333
14. Asia-hawker Center
This is birthplace of river rice, rice noodles with fresh catch fish. The maker of these yummy dishes often develops different dishes for the customers. The good thing about this food place is when the customers don’t like the dishes, it will be surely be eliminated with the menu.
Location: Kukup Laut, 82300 Pontian, Johor
Hours: 4:00PM – 10:00AM, Closed on Mondays
Contact: 07-6960930
15. Kedai Mee Heng Heng
Love noodles? Then, head down to Kedai Mee Heng Heng and grab a plate of red tomato wonton noodles. You can also choose the otak-otak if you like!
Location: 758, Medan Koop, Jalan Bakek, Pontian, 82000 Johor
Hours: 11:00AM – 6:00PM, Closed on Tuesdays
Contact: 012-7706973