In a cultural and racial hotpot like Malaysia, the food options and different cuisines available are diverse (check out our blog for more recommendations to the endless culinary delights in Malaysia!) and offers a never-ending option that keeps you salivating and in search for more new places to add on to your culinary adventure and conquests. If you want to try something that is bursting with distinct Malaysian flair, flavour and culture, Mamak is a definite must visit. Mamak are restaurants that are all over Malaysia. Most of them offers Indian-Muslim cuisine that are popular with locals or all races. Be it to have roti prata or roti canai for breakfast, or nasi briyani, mee goreng or nasi goreng for lunch or dinner. Many locals also head over to a nearby Mamak for their supper fix or have a chat with friends and family over a teh tarik (local milk tea) or milo dinosaur (a fan favourite with friends in Singapore or Malaysia).
Situated in Pelangi, Johor Bahru, Restoran E&Y is a Mamak inJohor Bahru (JB) that nobody is unaware of especially if you are a local. It is so famous that when top Taiwanese host, Jacky Wu were in Johor Bahru (JB) for hosting of a count down event, he claimed that the roti canai here is one of the best he ever had all over the world. And this is from the words of a world-renowned host who has travelled all over the world! This goes to show how much delicate effort the chefs in Restoran E&Y put into their cuisine to ensure top-level food are being produced daily that someone from Taiwan, another country well-famed for delicious food is in love with. Among the top favorites are Maggie Goreng, Cheese Naan and Nasi Lemak. Be sure to try them when you visit Restoran E&Y!
Address： Jalan Maju, Taman Pelangi 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor Malaysia
Voted by many to have the best Cheese Naan in Johor Bahru (JB)is none other than Restoran Said Alwi. Nestled in Skudai Ria, the fan favorite Cheese Naan from the Mamak leaves you asking for more! Prepare with tender loving care by a tandoor and over 300 degree celsius, these Cheese Naans are a match made in heavens with the flavorful curries. The wheat pastry are elevated by the aroma brought out by roasting them in the tandoor. Pair it with the curries, the explosion of flavorful taste bringing you on a culinary adventure in your mouths is definitely an experience to die for!
Address： Restoran Said Alwi, No.25, Jalan ria 1, Taman Skudai Ria, Skudai, Johor Malaysia
Located in Taman Universiti, Skudai, Restoran Agus offers not only “sedap” (Malay language for delicious) delicacies, the never ending options on their menus are also offered at wallet-friendly prices that gives you a bang for your buck. The roti offered here has an amazing 22 options or variations to choose from, with awesome combinations like milo prata, bringing a mouthful of sweetness in every bite! With the amazing creativity by the chefs, it is definitely exciting to try out the different types of roti they have on their menu.
Address： Restoran Agus 14, Jalan Kebudayaan 2, Taman Universiti, 81300 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
The Nasi Lemak served at Restoran Osman is one of the top favorites with many customers. The humongous portioning of the roti tissue provides an excellent crisp, with every bite leaving a burst of sweet and savoury flavors in your mouth. The huge screen with projector is also a reason why customers throng to this Mamak, especially over the weekends, to have their meals or drinks while catching exciting football on the large screens!
Address： No.63,Jalan Impian Emas 3, Taman Impian Emas, 81300 Johor Bharu
Steeped in experience by having been around in the Mamak scene for more than half a century, Restoran Habib is a one of the many well-known Mamak to all Johoreans. There are six different outlets in Johor. There are a myriad of choices available here, with Nasi Briyani being one of the die-die must try! Even their teh-tariks are prepared with skills, expertise and precision, leaving customers the satisfied that none of their items offered are made without tender loving care. Remember to pay Restoran Habib a visit when you are in Johor Bahru (JB)!
Address： No.42, Jalan Bakawali 38, Taman Johor Jaya, 81100 Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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