Nasi lemak is practically the symbol of Malaysia; the food that binds us together, the embodiment of all things Malaysian.
When you’re stuck craving for some Malaysian goodness, where should you head to? Here’s some you could try out! Oh and no, we’re not including Nasi Lemak Village Park in the list since everyone basically already knows about it!
1. Nasi Lemak Famous
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Well, as its name already mentions, this nasi lemak is one of the most sought after from Malaysians. It used to be tucked away in a hidden corner, but now sits outside KK mart in the busy Bangsar Telawi. Customers are constantly flocking in all the way till midnight.
The nasi lemak costs about RM7 with fried chicken and has many regulars definitely recommending to try it out.
Location: Jalan Telawi 4, Kuala Lumpur, 59100, Malaysia
Operating hours: 5pm-5am daily
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2. Nasi Lemak Kukus Chef Fauzey
Parked in PJ Old Town, this nasi lemak stall is not your usual stall but one that sells from a food truck! Even so, their nasi lemaks are to die for and have people from all races alike munching on their local goodness.
The nasi lemak kukus goreng that is priced about RM7 is served with a side of sambal, sliced cucumbers, and a single fried prawn, then topped with chopped fried chicken and crunchy chilli-fried coconut!
Location: Jln Othman, Pjs 3, PJ Old Town, 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Operating hours: 5.30pm-11.00pm daily
3. Nasi Lemak Bumbung (Sea Park)
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Unlike your usual spicy sambal, this place serves mild sambal with a sweetness to it. So for ya’ll non-spicy eaters, this is the place that you can enjoy to your heart’s content. The place has tables opened up into a long stretched alleyway and it’s always packed with people, especially students from the area. The nasi lemak is about RM6 and is usually taken with chicken on the side topped of with telur mata kerbau.
Location: Jalan 21/11b, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating hours: 5.30pm-4am Mon to Sat; 5.30pm-12.00am Sundays; Closed on Fridays
4. Ann Nasi Lemak
Sorry but this one isn’t halal! What makes this unique is that this chinese style nasi lemak is drizzled with pork skin curry, yes you read that right, pork skin curry. The store opens pretty early so this nasi lemak ain’t gonna satisfy your midnight hunger pangs.
People often queue up to try their signature curry and the nasi lemak is frequently paired with sambal sotong or sambal kerang.
Location: Imbi Market (Pasar Baru Bukit Bintang), Jalan Melati, 55100, City Center, Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 6.00am-12.00pm
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5. Nasi Lemak Daun Pisang Seputeh
The hidden gem, this is a stall not known by most people unless you stay around the area. Opening from noon all the way past midnight, the stall drive regulars coming back every time with their fragrant rice and delicious sambal.
The place is value for money especially for their mouth watering nasi lemak. The rice is usually taken with fried chicken, but there are other dishes you can also pair it with. A personal favourite would be their paru-paru. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it!
The stall is located just along Lorong Syed Putra Kiri and you’ll be able to spot the place as the whole road is usually dark with only lights emitting from dim street lamps and the store.
Location: Lorong Syed Putra Kiri, Taman Persiaran Desa, 50460 Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 3.00pm till 2.00am daily
6. Big Tree Head Mamak
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The nasi lemak here is pretty well known among residents of Kepong and it’s because of their fried chicken that’s made with a perfect crisp. Biting into their hot succulent chicken thigh, (although a little oily) the crispy fragrant outer layer gave a crunch like no other.
Location: Pesiaran Mergastua, Kepong Baru, 52100 Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 6.30pm-2.00am Mon to Sat; 6.30pm-12.00am Sun
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7. Nasi Lemak Mak Wanjor
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Located in the heart of KL in Kampung Baru, Mak Wanjor’s nasi lemak usually goes about RM3 and is paired with their most popular dish, their beef rendang (RM3).
Location: 8 Jalan Raja Muda Musa, Kampung Baru, 50300 KL
Operating hours: 6.30pm-12.00pm and 4pm-1.00am Mon to Sat; Closed on Sun
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