Best Laksa in Melaka

Having snagged an award for the best laksa outlet in Malaysia, it is a no-brainer not to feature Bess Kopitiam on this list. Offering a bowl of Nyonya Laksa that has the perfect consistency, the curry soup is neither too thick nor too diluted, teeming with cockles, dried tofu, fish cake, julienned cucumber and sliced hard-boiled egg. The sambal is also no ordinary condiment; just a dollop can enhance the savoury flavours of this soupy bowl of goodness. Finally, it's garnished with a sprinkling of shredded daun kesum (laksa leaf) for an exotic minty aroma.

The rich aroma of coconut milk wafting through the air signifies that a Nyonya restaurant is in the proximity. Here at Nancy’s Kitchen, you are presented with a simmering bowl of curry coated noodles, filled with a piquant flavour. Generous toppings like fish balls, dried tofu, grated cucumbers, and fried onions add to the perfection of their Nyonya Laksa - a recreation of authentic Peranakan flavours from the proprietor's grandmother's recipe. 

Jonker 88 is best known for their array of refreshing desserts. However, what good are cooling desserts without some sweat-inducing laksa? The curry laksa here is aptly named Baba Laksa and has a unique sweet flavour from the use of coconut milk, typical of Southern-styled laksa dishes. Served with julienned cucumber, sliced onions, dried tofu, prawns and a spoonful of tuna flakes, this interesting concoction is vaguely reminiscent of Asam Laksa but without the sourness from tamarind.

Violet Station is probably your next favourite place to shop when it comes to searching for hijabs, shawls and fashion apparels. While you’re deciding which colour that best matches your skin tone, indulge into its “Laksa Penang” here. Laden with slices of a hard-boiled egg, onion and cucumber, this tamarind-tang, bowl of noodle is attributed to its rich flavours and savoury taste. If that is not enough to stimulate your appetite, zest up your meal by squeezing the lime halves before you start digging in.

Remember the phrase “Blue is the new Black”? White is probably the new green when it comes to denoting a vegetarian restaurant such as Green House Vegetarian Restaurant. You will be welcomed with a white-themed facade, and a decent vegetarian menu which consists of both a la carte dishes and those of communal dining concept. Other than that eye-catching dating plan of strolling along the river view of Melaka, should you decide to dine, do savour the Nyonya Laksa here. Given a generous serving of ingredients such as tofu puffs and bean curd sheets, a robust broth with a creamy texture and a portion that is just about right, going meat-free has never been this yummy and satisfying!