Melaka is actually one of the cities that full of mouth-watering foods and also behind every food has it’s own story. The reason why I say so because the food here is deeply tied into its culture and history and it’s old family running shops, but no worries, there are modern cafes with a local twist as well.
As Melaka has a variety of good food and desserts, there are some restaurants that locals specially love to visit as well. In this article, we are going to show you these five restaurants that are highly recommended by food lovers who grew up here.
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1. Jonker 88
Jonker 88 is one of the eateries that favourite by the locals because its a place they will bring them to whenever there are visiting friends from other states.
They offer Nyonya and Chinese style kind of food and ofcourse, you can never mised out the laksa and cendol there because the laksa is rich and slightly spicy while the cendol is creamy and with thick gula melaka. The people visiting there always go after the cendol but end up having the whole meal there.
As because of it’s tastiness, the restaurant is always busy but it always worth to wait
Location: 88, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka
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Operating Hour: 9:30am – 7:30pm
2. Nancy’s Kitchen
If you are coming from a long distance just to have a taste of their Nyonya dishes, nancy’s Kitchen is a must for you to visit. It is a place that famous with it’s authentic Peranakan (Nyonya) and there are always packed of the locals who grew up here.
If you are here, please do not hesitate to order their ayam pongteh, chicken kapitan and sambal prawns. These are the top foods recommended by the locals.
Location: 13 Jalan KL 3, 8, Seksyen 3, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Malacca
Contact: 014-925 6099
Operating Hour: 11:00am – 9:00pm
3. Pak Putra Restaurant
Pak Putra is one of Melaka’s most famous spots for Indian Muslim food and if you walk past this restaurant at night, you will surely see it is always in a long queue.
Additionally, the locals here always order their tandoori chicken and garlic naan, non of these two should be absent isbecause their tandoori chicken is smoky, juice and packed with flavour while the garlic naan is soft and perfect for dipping into rich curry. They will never missed to order both this after a long tiring day after working.
Location: 56 & 58, Jalan 4, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka
Contact: 012-601 5876
Operating Hour: 5:00pm – 1:00am
4. Capitol Satay Celup
If you were going to ask a local where to get satay celop in Melaka, they will always recommend you to Capitol Satay Celup. This is because compare to other restaurant, the sauce here is rich, slightly sweet and full of peanuts and it will make your every bite addictive.
Also instead of grilled skewers, you are able to dip your raw metas, seafood and also vegetables into a shared boiling pot with your friends. In view of this, .It’s especially popular at night when locals gather here for a casual meal.
Location: 30, Jalan KPKS 3, Kompleks Perniagaan Kota Syahbandar, Kota Syahbandar, 75200 Melaka
Contact: +013-911 4393
Operating Hour:5:00pm – 2:00am
5. Wild Coriander Melaka
If you are the person who prefers to have dinner at a place with garden or forest vibe. Wild Coriander Melaka is the place for you. Wild Coriander offers an elegant take on traditional Nyonya food. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, making it great for a relaxed lunch or dinner.
Their dishes balance sweet, sour, spicy, and savoury flavours perfectly. Popular choices include beef rendang, sambal fish, and their signature desserts.
It’s a favourite among both locals and visitors who want a comfortable place to enjoy classic Melaka flavours.
Location: 40, Jalan Kampung Pantai, 75200 Melaka
Contact: 012-380 7211
Operating Hour: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
From One Food Spot to the Next
Exploring all these food spots is part of the fun, but getting around can be tiring especially if you’re hopping from one place to another.
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