Ah... the "Kopitiam", the distinctly local-flavoured coffee shop, immediately conjures images of quaint, humble cafes primitively furnished, with foldable blue-ish hued tables and stackable red plastic chairs by the roadside, bringing nostalgic times to life as you step into quaint, charming Melaka which boasts over 700 years of rich culture, marvelous history and heritage.
Here, the old-school era of sipping home-made aromatic ground black coffee in dainty coffee cups whilst indulging oneself in a bowl of rare, unique Melakan laksa or the deliciously tangy and fiery Mee Siam is not bygone, but rather, a living piece of history.
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Located under a shady tree by the hustling roadside of Jalan Tengkera, 486 Baba Low offers a decent selection of the most authentic Baba Nyonya dishes, from the fragrant spicy Mee Siam, to the delectably thick and aromatic Nyonya Laksa, to the carefully-crafted and wonderful Pai Tee. Wash down your meal with the sweet delight of authentic Nyonya cendol. Though nowhere near a five-star restaurant, this is definitely expected of a kopitiam -- not to be missed if you want to experience dining simply like a Baba Nyonya local.
If you are feeling flushed and sweating from the sweltering weather amid the famous hustling and bustling Jonker street, give yourself a treat by stopping by this lovely old-fashioned museum-cum-cafe, and cool yourself down with a thirst-quenching bowl of Melaka's signature cendol. Although this is a touristy area, it is still worth attempting the cendol here at least once in your lifetime -- definitely a unique experience, as you soak in the nostalgic ambience, with memorabilia, uncommon antique pieces of furniture and collections of vintage bank notes of a bygone era hung on the walls.
Favoured by locals for a satisfying and leisurely dim sum breakfast, we shall let you have the final verdict for yourselves if it lives up to Kuala Lumpur's best dim sum. But if you want a truly local dining experience and lifestyle, Melakans swear by this. Furthermore, for the price you pay, it is value for money and affordable. There is a wide selection of these dainty delectable items but they sell out fast.
This is the epitome of a typical Chinese kopitiam with background noises of hawkers shouting over orders -- it may not be everyone's cup of tea but it has the ambience of the traditional authentic kopitiam for the more old school. One cannot blame the atmosphere as it has been established since 1941. The fact that it has withstood the test of time speaks volumes. The selection of stalls is wide, and the nasi lemak is one of the more exceptional dishes.
If you have a yearning for some authentic Nyonya laksa, why not head down to Bess Kopitiam to satisfy your stomach (and salivating mouth!). Awarded the best laksa by the Malaysian Tourism in 2010, this tangy piquant dish may be a tad sweet for certain tastebuds, but nevertheless, always delicious and fragrant. The ground peanut butter toast is worth a try as well. For those who are more acquainted with western cuisine, a western menu which includes spaghetti is served as well.
With crunchy pork lard spilling out of the artfully wrapped Popiah skin, who could resist not trying? Dubbed by some as Melaka's best popiah, it is no wonder as the popiah is skillfully made with generous helpings of ingredients. The eatery also serves a simple selection of fried rice and noodle dishes, which is nice. A note: This is non-halal, so our fellow Muslim countrymen may have to scout elsewhere for their cravings of popiah.
This is your typical local Kopitiam with a distinguishable Melakan twist of flavour. Choose from the enticing piquant Nyonya laksa, or the Southern-style wanton mee with chilli sauce. Alternatively, go for the inviting savoury Chicken rice balls. The Roti Bakar has been designated by some as one-of-a-kind, with a melt-in-the-mouth texture, soft as cake, whilst crispy and aromatically charred on the outside, with frozen salted butter and silky kaya (a local coconut egg jam).
The epitome of exceptional local hawker food, combined with a dynamic, vivacious ambience, what else could you possibly ask for? Unsurprisingly, this famous place is thronged by locals and tourists alike. A stellar dish is the peppery and tastefully pungent Ikan Bakar, and you will witness almost every table ordering this. If fish is not to your fancy, worry not, as this place is highly sought-after for its marvelous myriad of local stalls, to cater to every taste. A must-try is their succulent satay, juicy roast chicken wings, as well as sizzling konlo mee -- their fragrance wafts through the open air for meters on end.
Located along Lorong Hang Jebat, this kopitiam features juicy tender bits of succulent pork satay. Aside from this star dish, expect a typical authentic Malaysian breakfast with roast black coffee and warm fluffy toasts with crunch at the edges, with slabs of kaya (a local coconut egg jam) and butter.
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Favoured by locals for a satisfying and leisurely dim sum breakfast, we shall let you have the final verdict for yourselves if it lives up to Kuala Lumpur's best dim sum. But if you want a truly local dining experience and lifestyle, Melakans swear by this. Furthermore, for the price you pay, it is value for money and affordable. There is a wide selection of these dainty delectable items but they sell out fast.More info
