Hello!
Thanks for surfing over to this page. I have listed here some Melaka eats that I have tried during my makan trips to this charming (but HOT!) city. I’m not originally from Melaka, do not claim this to be a list of “top eats/must visit” joints in Melaka but merely listing down the places that was recommended by my Malaccan friends who has generously shared their favourite eateries with me.
I welcome any suggestions or feedback about good food in Melaka – drop me a comment and I’ll try to seek it out for my next trip!
If you would like to bring me around or join me for my Melaka food trip, please do get in touch with me!
1. Pinkberrys Cendol, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall: I love the durian ice!
More pictures & review: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/pinkberrys-cendol-dataran-pahlawan-melaka-megamall/
2. Pak Putra Tandoori & Naan Restaurant: Some say it’s the best naan & tandoori in Malaysia!
More pictures & review: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/pak-putra-tandoori-naan-restaurant/
3. Really good coconut jam at Baba Low’s: Kaya – coconut jam : which do you prefer – lumpy or smooth?
More pictures & review: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/kaya-coconut-jam-Melaka/
4. Melaka Pineapple Tarts on Jonker Street: Where’s the best? I reviewed Christina Ee, LW Pineapple Tarts House, Bibik, Baba Charlie Nyonya Cake, Pooh Keon, Taste Better and Nyonya Story!
Check out the table of comparison HERE –> http://www.rebeccasaw.com/pineapple-tarts-in-melaka/
5. Putu Piring @ Jalan Tengkera, Melaka – must try! Best eaten hot with their incredible palm sugar.
Related post: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/putu-piring-tengkera-melaka/
6. Pork Lard Popiah in Melaka: Comparing the popular Bunga Raya Popiah, Oriental Cafe & Poh Piah Lwee
Detailed ramblings here: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/pork-lard-popiah-in-melaka-lwee-popiah-bunga-raya-oriental-cafe-tengkera/
strong>7. Peranakan “Tingkat” Set Lunch by Chef Baba William @ Casa del Rio Melaka: In search of authentic Peranakan food in a comfortable setting? Try it here! Detailed post & menu: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/peranakan-tingkat-set-lunch-by-chef-baba-william-casa-del-rio-melaka/
8. Cockle (siham), Lala/Siput, Sotong Kangkung and “Fishcakes Rojak” – Hock Chin, Melaka: Really fresh, cheap and good!
Prices, description & location here –> http://www.rebeccasaw.com/cockle-siham-lalasiput-sotong-kangkung-and-fishcakes-rojak-hock-chin-melaka/
9. Best Roti John in Melaka? Restoran Barkat Roti John @ Tanjung Kling, Malacca: This I don’t quite agree. Anyone here has a better suggestion?
Why I don’t like it: http://www.rebeccasaw.com/best-roti-john-in-melaka-restoran-barkat-roti-john-tanjung-kling-malacca/
I was in Melaka for a food trip while hosting Catherine Bell from Dish Magazine New Zealand in 2011. Here’s the video. We sampled 10 different food in the span of 8 hours!
1. Kedai Makanan Leong Heng for really special “Chee Cheong Fun”
2.Teo Chew porridge at Kedai Makanan Teo Seng
3. Chung Wah Chicken Rice Balls
4. Chendol Jam Besar by the Melaka River
5. Kedai Hassan Mee Rebus – Taman Jaya Padang Temu
6. Pink Berrys Durian Shaved Ice and Chendol
7. Bunga Raya Popiah & Ming Hut Sate
8. Aunty Lee – Nyonya food
9. Italy Bakery – char siew pau
10. Ban Lee Siang – satay celup
Thanks to Daniel for hosting us that time! He’s truly one of the best guide for the best Melaka eats!
That’s all for now. I will be updating with more links over the next week as I’m writing the rest of the reviews as we speak.
Enjoy and be sure to drop me your feedback – whether you agree or otherwise on the food or if there are any changes – shop has ceased operations, moved to to another address or food standards has declined).
I still have a few more trips planned to this cultural Peranakan state for more gluttony pursuits so this list will be updated from time to time.