Since Malaysia is a multi-racial country, people can enjoy a range of cuisine from Malay to Chinese to Indian to Japanese to Korean to Taiwanese and Thai to Western food and other international food. In order to cater to the likes and needs of all, especially our non-pork eater friends, there are some Halal food spots located near Jalan Dhoby and Jalan Trus Old Street which you can visit. Guaranteed to be no pork here, foodies!
1. IT Roo Cafe
This cafe located in the old building in Jalan Dhoby is known for having the best chicken in the city, in fact, it been awarded by The Star in 2003 for their chicken chop. Customers can enjoy their chicken dish as grilled or fried. One of the best choices here is the BBQ smoked chicken gizzard which is topped with black pepper sauce and mushroom sauce giving a delicious and juicy taste. Even their fried chicken gizzard is a must-try.
Location: 17, Jalan Dhoby Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru
Hours: 12:00nn – 9:30pm
2. Fork N Dagger by Agora
One of the favorite places of most Malaysians for parties and birthday celebrations. It provides a wide variety of Western-style meals and local cuisine, wherein Nasi Goreng Daging Merah and Honey Glazed Chicken are some of the must-try foods here. As for dessert, the waffle is the most recommended.
Location: No. 11, Jalan Dhoby, Johor Bahru
Hours: 12:00nn – 11:45pm; Closed on Mondays
3. Shakespeare Milkshake
If you’re up for some chillax moments with your friends or just yourself, then consider going to Shakespeare Milkshake and have some luscious desserts and drinks! The cafe’s flagship milkshakes include the refreshing Avocado Power and Kinder Bueno Shakes.
Location: 9, Jalan Trus, 80000 Johor Bahru
Contact: 016-4218530
Hours: Mon-Fri, 12:00nn – 11:00pm; Sat-Sun, 12:00nn – 12:00mn; Closed on Wednesdays
4. Faculty Of Caffeine
Faculty Of Caffeine, located at Jalan Trus, is an old-style building refurbished and painted with a hint of black, making it looks charming and unique. The cafe offers range of pancake desserts like a pancake with salted soft shell crab.
Location: 106, Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru
Hours: Tue-Sun, 9:00am – 5:30pm; Closed on Mondays
5. The Replacement – Lodge & Kitchen
An all-white Nordic-style cafe which is hidden yet famous at Jalan Dhoby in Johor Bahru. Aside from selling luscious foods and drinks, the cafe also brags about having a pleasing environment which truly is a perfect spot.
Location: 33 – 34, Jalan Dhoby, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor
Hours: Mon-Thu, 10:00am – 7:00pm; Fri, 10:00am – 12:00mn; Sat-Sun, 9:00am – 12:00mn
6. Bev C
Located in the Tan Hiok Nee is a food spot, where diners can enjoy a black charcoal croissant together with their breakfast or brunch meal. And speaking of black, don’t forget the cafes strong black coffee, which is pretty perfect to kickstart your day.
Location: 54, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, 80000 Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Hours: Tue-Sun, 11:00am – 8:00pm; Fri-Sat, 11:00am – 10:00pm; Closed on Mondays
Contact: 07-2213530
7. Flowers in the Window
A flower-themed two-storey cafe where you can take advantage of a wide selection of foods and beverages. In order to be unique from other cafes, Flower in the Window incorporates edible flowers in their Western-style cuisine.
Location: 9, Jalan Dhoby, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Hours: 10:00am – 9:00pm
Contact: 07-2227489
