Malaysia is a well known destination for affordably delicious food. This has been certified by travel search site TripAdvisor which posted this list of the Top 10 low-price eateries in its Travellers’ Choice awards.
The results were gleaned from an algorithm that scoured reviews my travellers for restaurants around the world over a 12-month period. Here they are!
Andrew’s Kampung, Batu Ferringhi, Penang
This restaurant is situated in Batu Ferringhi, a well known tourist hot spot and is known for their Malay delicacies. The fried squid pictured above is deemed by many tourists as a must-try dish, as is their crispy duck.
Tg’s Nasi Kandar, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
This down to earth outlet is a welcome oasis amid the hustle and bustle of Bukit Bintang. It offers an amazing variety of satisfying and affordable Indian dishes to satisfy any appetite.
Wonderland Food Store, Langkawi
Love seafood? This eatery on the island of Langkawi offers large succulent grilled tiger prawns, crispy fried soft-shelled crabs and delicious seafood fried rice in their extensive seafood menu.
Long Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang
If you want to choose from a wide variety of cheap food, Long Beach on Batu Ferringhi is the place for you. From tasty satay (seasoned and skewered grilled meat) to spring rolls to pizza, this place is packed with hungry customers every evening.
Cactus Restaurant, Langkawi
Meet other travellers and enjoy Western dishes like club sandwich and local delights like nasi lemak in this restaurant, a classic East-West meeting point. You can even enjoy catching up on a football game while having dinner.
Pak Putra Tandoori & Naan Restaurant, Malacca
Fresh naan and tasty, tender tandoori chicken is a match made in heaven so its no wonder that this roadside eatery is always packed with local and foreign customers.
Red Garden Food Paradise & Night Market, Georgetown, Penang
There’s no doubt that your food is fresh at this Food Paradise. This food centre features stalls of not only Penang food but international options as well.
Lot 10 Hutong, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Some of Malaysia’s most iconic street foods are available in this air-conditioned food court in the heart of Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. Try Kim Lian’s hokkien mee or Soong Kee’s beef noodles,
they are iconic for a reason!
Restoran Kapitan, Georgetown, Penang
The fragrant claypot briyani, the succulent tandoori and soft fluffy naan are the highlights of this 24 hour joint located in Georgetown, Penang’s Little India.
Ewan’s Cafe, Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Terengganu
This restaurant located between Coral Bay and Long Beach serves simple local favourites like fried rice and curry noodles and also provides free WIFI, making it a hit among customers.
All photos from TripAdvisor.