Johor Bahru (JB)– the tucked in the southernmost part of Malaysia, and only a bridge away from from Singapore. An ever evolving and growing city filled with a myriad of attractions, shopping hotspots and power packed with a deep history giving them a special identity. Within these wonderful attractions, Johor Bahru also presents itself as a treasure trove filled with amazing food, ranging from all sorts of cuisine and many of them voted as one of the best in the region or even the world!
Whether you are in town for a short trip to the many attractions (Check out our blog for reviews of many amazing attractions in Johor Bahru!) Or heading over to feast on the sumptuous offerings of so good and to-die-for food, be sure to head over to these halal establishments for the tried, tested and certified SEDAP halal cuisine!
Sweet tooth in you acting up? Ads Corner’s signature “Teh Tarik Madu Kaw” (honey ice tea) is just the thing to satiate every inch of your body! Using powdered milk mixed with honey, the creamy foam flows from the tip of the glass. Before you take that heavenly sip, be sure to eat off the foam to experience that fluffy sweetness reminding you of your first love! The flavours range from bandung to green tea, so you can savour the flavour of your choice with a nectarous twist to it. Think this place is only good for their drinks? Think again! The Nasi Kak Wok hails from Kelantan and travelling up to Kelantan is out of the question for you, Ads Corner is your next best option for an authentic serving of Nasi Kak Wok. Made of chicken that are fried to perfection, it is paired with curry and rice for a heavenly combination that takes your palate to Kelantan and back. A definite must try, most popular dish in Kelantan!
Location: No 44 Jalan Kebun Teh 1, Pusat Perdagangan Kebun Teh,80250 Johor Bahru, Johor (Next to 7-11)
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2. Roti Canai Bukit Chagar
Get an explosive start to your day with tantalizing Roti Canai from Roti Canai Bukit Chagar! Voted to have one of the best roti canai in Johor Bahru, they are opened at 6:30am daily, they will run out of roti canai to serve by 10:00am. Be sure to be there early to not miss out on the roti canai that are fluffy like pillows on the inside and covered with a crispy touch with hints of charring.
Address: Jalan Tengku Azizah, Bukit Chagar, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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3. Selera Senibong Seafood
Located slightly out of town and right across the straits from Singapore (with a seafront view to boast!) lies Anjung Senibong Seafood Village. It is a cluster of seafood restaurants located together, serving up some of the best catches to eager seafood lovers. Amongst them is the Selera Senibong Seafood restaurant!
Decide on how you’d like for it to be cooked. Dishes range from the usual seafood fare such as butter prawns, steamed fish and sotong goreng tepung (fried squid with batter – almost like a “squid tempura!). Be sure to not miss local favourites like chilli crab!
Address: Lot 1055, Kg. Senibong, Jalan Persiaran Senibong, 81750, Mukim Plentong, Johor, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai, Johor, Malaysia
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4. Salahuddin Bakery
Step back in time for a visit to one of the more historical shops in Johor! Salahuddin Bakery has been in operation for more than 75 years and is still going strong with its daily offerings of freshly baked bread. Keeping with their age-old tradition of baking bread with the ancient technique of using a charcoal oven, the bread is soft and fluffy and is a hit with the locals!
Come early if you want a good slice of the daily action. Most of their fresh bread, buns and puffs are available early in the morning and can be sold out by noon. After that, you may still get some leftovers (if you’re lucky!), otherwise, an assortment of biscuits is available.
Address: 26, Jalan Dhoby, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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5. Kai Xuan Halal Chinese Restaurant
Nothing means more than eating out together with your best friends and family. If you’re looking for a place to have a huge family gathering while feasting on the good halal food JB has to offer, look no further than Kai Xuan Halal Chinese Restaurant!
This eatery dishes out excellent, authentic Chinese cuisine that are Halal-certified, ranging from Cantonese and Sichuan. While you’re at it, don’t forget to order the dim sum too!
Address: The Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru, Level B1, Jalan Abdullah Ibrahim, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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6. Restoran ZZ Sup Tulang
Rich, thick, aromatic and promising mouthful of delights, the tulang soup served at Restoran ZZ Sup Tulang is one you must definitely not miss when you are in JB!
Head on over to enjoy a good serving of sup tulang (chunky pieces of bones with some flesh to it); both big in taste and portion! The mutton-based soup is cooked with different herbs and spices to both flavour it and reduce the strong mutton smell. There are a few variations to how you can enjoy it – from adding additional meat and tulang (bones) to mixing it all up with some noodles and fresh green chillies!
If you’re still feeling hungry, try out the kerang bakar (grilled cockles) and otak-otak (grilled fish paste mixed with flour and spices, wrapped in banana leaf)!
Address: 20, Jalan Petri 5/1, Kampung Bahru, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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7. Roslin Beriani House
Nothing is more synonymous to the Johor food scene than the famous nasi briyani gam! If you’re in JB, drop by Roslin Beriani House for one of the best briyani dishes in this side of town.
Expect long grains of fluffy basmati rice, cooked to perfection with a rich medley of spices and herbs, which gives off an amazing scent! Topped with generous amounts of meat, the briyani gam served at Roslin’s is amongst the best in Johor. They’ll also serve every plate of briyani with a side of pajeri nenas (pineapple curry), acar buah (pickled fruits) and some crunchy papadoms.
Address: 14, Jalan Rebana, Taman Perbadanan Islam, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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8. Makan Kitchen @ Hilton Johor Bahru
Boasting an amazing array of international delicacies, ranging from Malay, Indian, Chinese to Peranakan cuisine, the buffet spread at Makan Kitchen is a food lover’s heaven!
The place has an open kitchen concept, so even though it’s a buffet, you will be able to see the chefs painstakingly preparing dishes after dishes of culinary goodness. It’s a rare sight to see fresh naan bread being baked in the tandoor, and the crispy roasted chicken being sliced up before being served.
Oh, and don’t forget to leave some space for the amazing desserts as well!
Address: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru, Menara Landmark, 12, Jalan Ngee Heng, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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9. Anisofea Asam Pedas Johor Asli
The south of Malaysia is always synonymous with its asam pedas; a hot and spicy stew, with a hint of lemongrass and mostly served with seafood offerings. When in JB, there is no excuse to not try out the JB version of the asam pedas!
At Anisofea, the dish is served in a claypot bowl, allowing it to retain its heat while you slowly savor every bit of the delicious asam pedas. With the dish still boiling hot when it reaches your table, be assured that you’ll get the freshest servings here!
There are a variety of fish and fish cuts (tail, head, flesh) to go with your bowl of asam pedas, so choose to your liking!
Address: 68 B & 68 G, Jln Kempas Utama 3/1, Taman Kempas Utama, 81300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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10. Warung Saga
You can’t go wrong when you start your day with a comforting plate of nasi lemak, lontong or soto ayam! Head over the Warung Saga to have your daily fix of any of these local delicacies.
It’s a simple restaurant in terms of its ambience and set-up. However, don’t be fooled by its simplicity – the food served here are of the highest culinary standards! The place retains the authentic kampong feel, which further complements its amazing and delicious local cuisine!
When you’re here, one of the MUST-try is their signature dish, lontong kering! It’s a twist on the local favourite (lontong) but without the gravy.
Address: No. 5, Jalan Mahamoodiah, Johor, 80100 Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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