THE MELTING POT OF CULTURES, TRADITIONS, LOCAL DELIGHTS & DELICIOUS FOOD Bangsa Johor Food Taking pride in the hearts of Johoreans, is Bangsa Johor and the food closely related to the origins of JB. Home-made recipes derived from a long line of customs and traditions make Bangsa Johor food truly unique. In short, it’s what Johoreans love to eat! 1 Medan Selera Pasar Kampung Melayu 3 Medan Selera Stulang Laut Majidee Jalan Sultan Ibrahim, Taman Stulang Laut, Pasar Kampung Melayu Majidee, Jalan 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor Masjid, Kampung Melayu Majidee, 81100 The swell of the sea and a surprising array of Johor Bahru, Johor seafood make Stulang Laut Seafood, with its Traditional cuisine in a kampung setting with many street-side eateries, a popular spot to thrilling food choices is offered here at Kg. dine amidst the calming sea breeze. Must-try Melayu Majidee. It has been delighting locals meals include seafood fried rice, grilled fish, and tourists for over 25 years with food such clams, squid, crayfish, shrimp and more - best as beriani, satay, mi rebus, laksa Johor and enjoyed with a local beverage or icy dessert. iced desserts such as ABC and cendol. The many eateries offer village-style meals at 4 budget-friendly prices. Medan Selera Senibong Kampung Senibong, 81750 Masai, Johor Bahru, Johor 2 Medan Selera Jalan Masjid (Opposite Masjid Kampung Melayu) Dining by the coastal waters of Senibong fishing village under thatched roofs and Jalan Masjid, Kampung Melayu Majidee, overlooking wooden jetties that reach out 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor to the sea is an experience in itself. Discover Spicy fare. Savoury delights. Sweet treats. a stretch of seafood restaurants that offer Medan Selera Jalan Masjid is a focal point for a wide choice of fresh seafood prepared foodies who love Johorean cuisine. Be dazzled by local chefs in front of guests for their by the array of authentic Malay food like home- enjoyment. made kuih-muih, ABC, martabak and specialty dishes at oh-so-affordable prices. First published December 2020 All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in whole or part without the written permission of the publisher. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, the publisher is not to be held liable for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies. Printed on FSC certified paper Medan Selera Senibong Bangsa Johor Food Bangsa Johor Food 9 Onn Kitchen 13 Cupchai Café & Resto 29A, Jalan Tarom, Kampung Bahru, 80100 23 Jalan Padi Emas 1/4, Uda Business Johor Bahru, Johor Centre, Bandar Baru Uda, 81200 Johor Step into a quaint and open-aired, warong- Bahru, Johor style eatery famed for its many variations of This amazing restaurant serves one of the roti canai. Try them all, then dig into their best local food in JB. Repeat customers love popular laksa Johor or Malay-style chicken their signature dishes such as nasi kukus ayam chop, best enjoyed with their home-brewed goreng rempah (special steamed rice with teh tarik (pulled hot milk tea). chicken curry), nasi masjid gulai kambing (spiced rice with lamb), nasi lemak, kacang pool (broad beans served with egg & toast) 10 Chakra Restaurant and desserts. 1, Jalan Yusof Taha, Kampung Bahru, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor There is nothing quite like traditional Indian cuisine, especially one served in a pre-war heritage building since the 1930s, and is now refurbished with modern interiors for fine dining. Diners enjoy a wide selection of South Indian curry-based dishes and North Indian Kedai Roti Salahuddin creamy-based dishes that titillate the palate. 11 ZZ Sup Tulang 5 Medan Selera Tepian Tebrau 7 Warong Saga 20, Jalan Petri 5/1, Kampung Bahru, 80100 Jalan Mohd Amin, 80100 Johor Bahru, 5, Jalan Mahmoodiah, Kampung Johor Bahru, Johor Johor Mahmoodiah, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor Scoop, slurp and sigh with satisfaction with Cupchai Café & Restro The popular hawker-style street food corner is Known as a heritage café with its eclectic every bowl of sup tulang (beef bone broth) a food haven in the city with a huge selection deco and posters of yesteryear celebrities, served at this rustic kampung-style restaurant of local favourites at very affordable prices. Warong Saga serves traditional favourites within a quiet neighbourhood. Other 14 Murtabak Majid Special Cheese From grilled seafood, vegetable and meat such as nasi lemak, kuih-muih, mi siam, signature dishes include mi rebus tulang 38, Lot 5581, Jalan Kurniawan, Kampung dishes, asam pedas served with rice, all kinds lontong, mi soup sambal and many more. In gearbox (noodles in peanut sauce with beef Kurnia, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor of fried or soupy noodles, satay to famous the evening, the little café serves local-made bone) and laksa Johor. iced or hot desserts. burgers and hot dogs that rival that of fast Savour a unique twist to the traditional food joints. classic martabak (stuffed pancakes) of Arabic 12 Restoran Warisan Wak Radol origin, that’s popular in JB. This street- 6 Anjung Selera Hutan Bandar 32 & 34, Jalan Siantan 1, Taman Kemas, side eatery also offers the classic martabak 8 Kedai Roti Salahuddin Jalan Tasek Utara, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor prepared before your eyes by skilled chefs Enjoy dining by the lush surroundings of 26, Jalan Dhoby, Bandar Johor Bahru, Delicious satay is a rare find and this humble with mozzarella cheese that can be added the city’s public park where a scrumptious 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor restaurant serves one of JB’s best satay (grilled upon request. Sizzling martabak cheese has selection of eateries serve local traditional Traditionally baked bread is what to look for chicken or beef on skewers) with spicy, sweet become their signature and are often sold dishes. By day, the tree-top covered food at Salahuddin bakery which uses a wood-fired peanut sauce, onions and cucumber slices, out daily. centre serves delicacies such as lontong oven dating back to 1937, to bake its pastries and ketupat (rice dumplings). Also, local kering, nasi lemak, mi rebus and roti canai; by including bread, cakes and cookies. Some of favourites - the mi rebus tulang gearbox and night, the place transforms into a sparkling, al the top picks include: triangle-shaped Indian yong tau fu are best enjoyed al-fresco style. fresco foodie destination. curry puffs, muffins, Bengali puffs, sardine puffs, buns with different fillings and sugee cookies. Bangsa Johor Food Bangsa Johor Food 15 Restoran Ashoka Authentic Curry 18 Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit Factory 22 Ong Shun Seafood Restaurant 24 Asam Pedas Desa Rahmat Setia Tropika, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor 13, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, Bandar Johor 67, Jalan Abdul Samad, Kampung Bahru, 27A, Jalan Pembangunan, Taman Desa Banana leaf meals - best eaten with your Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor Rahmat, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor hands - followed by hot chai tea or an iced Don’t leave JB without visiting the city’s oldest Seafood at affordable prices is what makes Lip-smacking asam pedas (spicy-sour fish lassi drink, is a staple at Ashoka Curry House. and well-known bakery famed for its aromatic this restaurant popular. Spicy chili crabs, stew dish) prepared Malay-style is the famous Friendly service, cosy ambience and a wide banana cake, baked buns with classic fillings, butter prawns, Mongolian chicken and even delicacy at this restaurant with humble menu of Indian cuisine comprised of rice home-made bread and kaya. What’s amazing broccoli with cheese are some of the must- settings. Known to be flavourful with the right platters served with vegetable, meat and is the wood-fired oven from generations ago eats. Diners enjoy gentle sea breezes and combination of spicy and savoury tastes, seafood curries, naan bread and tandoori, that fires up each day to bake their specialties. free street-side parking at this modestly- customers keep coming back for more. In make this place popular for hearty meals. appointed, al fresco restaurant. addition, the restaurant serves local Malay 19 Asam Pedas Jadi Bahru (Botak) dishes with salad, soups and rice. 23 16 7 Spice 142, Jalan Lumba Kuda, Tanjung Puteri, Restoran Reaz Corner G-01, Block 5, Jalan Bertingkat Skudai, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor 23, Jalan Dhoby, Bandar Johor Bahru, 25 Malay Village Restaurant Danga Bay, 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor Enjoy the popular asam pedas (spicy-sour fish 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor 9, Jalan Kolam Air 1, Taman Nong Chik ‘All things spice and everything nice’ begins stew dish) of Indonesian and Malay origin, at this Authentic and affordable, this simple, street- Heights, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor at 7 Spice, a modern, chic restaurant with heritage restaurant hidden between shady trees side eatery offers one of the most delectable Discover a garden-themed restaurant that sophisticated settings for a memorable dining on a hilltop. Named after its bald owner, Botak, meals in the city. Not to be missed are their serves mouth-watering Malay cuisine in lush experience. Famed as serving one of the best customers flock here for its flavourful signature rice dishes topped with spicy chicken curry surroundings. The perfect place for family, Indian cuisine in town, diners are treated to a dish served with rice - among other specialties, and vegetables on the side, and freshly friends, couples or corporates, the restaurant selection of naan, spicy curries, seafood specials, such as sautéed clams, fried fish, vegetables and prepared roti complemented with dhall curry. has dine-in, set menus and buffets for guests vegetarian dishes, sweet desserts and more. otak-otak (grilled fish cake). Another popular fave is their curry puffs with to enjoy the variety of authentic Johorean different fillings served with hot tea or coffee.