Nyonya delicacies which are one of the traditional food of Chinese were created by the Peranakan Chinese – descendants of Chinese immigrants – who settled in Penang, Malacca, Indonesia, and Singapore. In line with this, Nyonya also means an important social status of women and a sign of respect and love for the old Malay.
But, let us now focus on Nyonya as delicacies, here are 7 Nyonya restaurants in Johor Bahru that will fulfill your cravings!
1. Nyonya Treats
Located in Taman Perling, Nyonya Treats serves one of the best and new delicious Nyonya delicacies in town! Try out their Nyonya Asia, Sambal Petai, Nyonya pineapple shrimp and other palatable Nyonya delights!
Location: 280, Jalan Simbang, Taman Perling
Business Hours: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM; 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (Closed on Mondays)
2. Nyonya Leaf
Nyonya curry laksa, rendang chicken pandan coconut rice, a variety of traditional deep-fried snacks and Nyonya Cendol. Have these all at Nyonya Leaf situated in Aeon Tebrau!
Location: City Square, Komtar JBCC, KSL City, Aeon Tebrau
3. The Food Factory Cafe Sdn Bhd
Just when you thought Nyonya meal can’t be fashionable, it can. The Food Factory Cafe serves your fave authentic and delicious Nyonya delights in a way that makes it too attractive to just savor it! Visit this restaurant and see it for yourself!
Location 1: No. 1, Jalan SME 1, Bandar Indahpura, Kulai
Business Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location 2: Eco Business Park 1
Business Hours: 11 AM – 4 PM (Reservation is required for dinner)
4. Eat Play Laugh
A Peranakan Restaurant that serves Asian and Western cuisine. Its traditional Nyonya furnishings add to the appearance of the place. EPL is also a great place for Nyonya food lovers as there are many Nyonya food to choose from!
Location: Basement, 18H, Jalan Abdul Samad
Business Hours: 12 PM – 3 PM; 6 PM – 10:30 PM
5. Nyonya J.Y Restaurant
Another Nyonya spot where you can find treat yourself a wide variety of Nyonya delights and pastries as well as black fruit chicken, pickled duck soup and other sumptuous Nyonya food – Nyonya Jy Restaurant!
Location: 2, Jalan Harmonium 35/2, Taman Desa Tebrau, JB
6. Classic Nyonya Sdn Bhd
Though it just opened its business six months ago, Classic Nyonya had already earned a lot of positive response. No doubt, that this spot is included in the list of best Nyonya spots in Johor Bahru. Don’t miss to try their Nyonya food selection!
Location: No 90 (Ground Floor), Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/4, 83100 Johor Bahru
Contact Number: 07-550 6767
7. STOREY RIA CATERING SERVICES
Nyonya, Thai and Western food into one restaurant – Storey Ria Catering Services. It may not have the appearance of a Nyonya restaurant, but it is guaranteed that it sells a lot of Nyonya delicacies. So, why not just step inside and discover a variety of dishes!
Location: 82, Jalan Kemunting, Taman Kebun Teh,
Contact Number: 6:30 AM – 5 PM
8. The Food Factory Cafe Sdn Bhd
Food Factory Cafe Sdn Bhd impresses its customers with luscious Nasi Kerabu with aromatic and juicy Rendang Chicken! For snacks, have a plate of their sweets such as Kuih Koci, Kuih Kosui Pandan, and other satisfying Nyonya desserts!
Location: 1, Jalan SME 1, Persiaran Indahpura 4, Bandar Indahpura, Kulai
Business Hours: 11 AM – 7:30 PM (Closed on Sundays)
Contact Number: 016 213 6428
9. The Coconut Valley Coconut House
The Coconut Valley is a minimalist restaurant where you can enjoy flavorsome Cendol, Rendang Chicken and other Nyonya treats!
Location: Blk H, G-02, Jalan Jelatang 27, Kota Puteri, Taman Cahaya, Masai, 81750 Johor
Business Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM (Closed on Saturdays)
Contact Number: 016 786 2427
