Best Nasi Lemak in Melaka

Nasi Lemak Esso only opens for breakfast and brunch. The sambal here is on the sweeter side. Most patrons accompany their nasi lemak with a piece of fried chicken but other protein options are available too. Amongst locals, the restaurant is well known and thus, operations are usually busy throughout its opening hours. Typically sold out, the restaurant is usually closed by 11AM. So if you want yourself some Nasi Lemak Esso, you are gonna have to get there early! 

Nasi lemak Ah Ho is known to be more 'chinese'-style in terms of the way it's served here. Without compromising on authenticity, Ah Ho's nasi lemak is an infectious magnet of the Malay and Chinese culture combination. Albeit the unconventional way of serving nasi lemak with its components on separate plates, the restaurant has been embraced by all cultures here. There is no denying that food brings everyone together. At Ah Ho, history and culture are truly emblazoned in its nasi lemak!

A clear pioneer in the modern Malaccan food scene, Calanthe Art Cafe has been making hits everywhere with continuous positive reviews. Nasi lemak at Calanthe Art Cafe is known as the 'Golden Rice' - signifying the dish's importance to our nation in terms of history, culture and art. Calanthe Art is known for embracing Malaysia's coffee - with availability of coffee choices from all states. What people truly love about Calanthe Art is how the cafe ultimately embraces Malaysia. Patrons inevitably feel a sense of patriotism the very second you step into the cafe's grounds. Beautiful antiques, local artworks and vintage photographs of Malaysia's foundations are seen throughout the cafe. What's even better is that the food is notable and emulates authentic Malaysian cuisine!

Situated at the heart of Malacca's Chinatown, Geographer Cafe is in a pre-war historical building in a historical city and has been around for close to 20 years. The cafe's design is an absolute delight for the seasoned traveler. With warm hues and rustic charm, Geographer Cafe is the perfect spot for a pick-me-up in this amazingly spell-binding city. The menu here is a product of East and West - which is fundamentally the foundation of Malacca in the first place. Step into Geographer Cafe, where history, culture and sentiment meet modernity, art and unity, to be transported back to Malacca's earlier days!

Unlike many other nasi lemak shops and stalls, Ejam's Nasi Lemak only operates when the sun sets. A humble stall, the family transports all their freshly made nasi lemaks in a vehicle every evening. The stall operates till later at night but don't be surprised if it unexpectedly closes before usual, as they do sell out. While the location is rather random, queues are common here. Many reckon that the nasi lemak is the best for its price and taste. Review wise, many just 'can not explain it', claiming the nasi lemak is 'just amazing'. We love it when food makes people speechless and that's pretty much what happens here!