Melaka is famous for its historical attractions and the Peranakan culture, hence making many people travelling there during the holidays for a cultural trip. If you are familiar with Melaka,…

When you’re planning a trip around Malaysia’s landmarks, there’s always a high chance that you will choose to visit Melaka. The historical city is filled to the brim with UNESCO cultural heritage sites as well as a colourful mix of cultures, and most importantly: FOOD. Of all the places to go for food in Melaka, Jonker Street has to be one of the biggest collections of food from around the town.

Longing for some good coffee and dessert? You’re in luck, because we here at SGMYTRIPS have compiled a list featuring the best cafés in Jonker Street that you have to stop by, whether it’s an early morning breakfast, a late afternoon coffee break or even an evening lounge.

Best Jonker Street’s Cafe In Malacca

1. Kaya-kaya Cafe
2. Hard Rock Cafe Malacca
3. Backlane Coffee
4. Geographer’s Cafe
5. The Coffee Jar
6. The Stolen Cup
7. Rainforest Coffee Bean
8. The Daily Fix Café
9. The Baboon House
10. Riverview Café Melaka
11. Calanthe Art Café
12. Sin Sing Cafe 新生咖啡馆
13. Navy Café
14. Heesan Kopi
15. Relish The Moment

1. Kaya-kaya Cafe

Kaya-kaya cafe is a beautiful vintage cafe in Melaka. The cafe is a reflection of Melaka City’s rich culture, history and traditions which are passed down from early settlers to the present generation. The vintage cafe exudes a calm ambiance and this hidden treasure where visitors are able to get some respite from the crowd at Jonker Street.

With ancient brick walls and wooden furniture, Kaya-kaya Cafe take you to time travel, probably decades ago. Head to the back of the building where you will find a countryard. At the back, the cafe features a great mural wall which has been welcoming endless guests for pictures. Settle in for a hearty meal at their outdoor courtyard while you admire the beautiful hand painting wall murals.

The cafe offers wholesome and hearty dishes. For example breakfast, their Kaya Cheese Toast is a must try. The kaya creamy and it feels like melting in your mouth. They add some more cheese to add some saltiness to the sweet taste. Start your day with a hearty plate of Kaya Toast.

Another focus point is the Mushroom Omelette. The fluffy moist scrambled eggs are added with mushrooms in butter until a fragrant smell given off. Truly the taste of heaven. Yummy. Moreover, their drinks also have a special name for it of them. For an example, “See U Again” is a drink mixed with pandan leaves and lemongrass. Another example is “Welcome to Malacca” is soya mixed sugar Malacca and grass jelly.

Additional Information :
Location : 32, Jalan Tukang Besi, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2814089
Opening Hours : 8am – 6pm

2.Hard Rock Cafe Malacca

Idyllically situated beside the Malacca River, Hard Rock Cafe that offers great brand performance has been music enthusiasts to come over for dinner. It’s because Hard Rock Cafe has a similar layout (outdoor and indoor seating areas, a bar, and a live stage) to the rest of the chain’s outlets worldwide, with a Straits Malacca-inspired patterned floor for a distinctively Malacca flavor to the decor. With portions large enough to share, food at Hard Rock Cafe Malacca is certainly meant for big parties, or for those with large appetites. There are lots of great artists and musicians have been invited to play crowd-favorite songs ranging from rock&roll, pop, jazz to blue music.

Either way, its usual Tex-Mex menu consists of well-known items such as sandwiches, “Smokes (chicken or beef ribs)” and legendary burger, with an addition of Malaysian favourite such as the “Percik” burger (juicy burger patty with a paste of Malaysian spices), the seafood “Char Kuey Teow” and assam pedas fish. There are also a separate menu for kid. The kids’ menu is also available for the youngest, and its desserts options are to die for: laden with premium ice cream Haagen Dazs, they will certainly top off a great dining experience. If you are a desserts lover, their laden with ice-cream Haagen Dazs may be one of your favourite.

Additional Information :
Location : No. 28, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2925188
Opening Hours : Monday – Thursday 11.30am – 1.00am
Friday – Sunday 11.30am – 2.00am

Also Read : 12 Best Food Stops in Melaka’s Jonker Street

3.Backlane Coffee

One of the best take a ways from your Melaka trip is visiting Backlane Coffee located at Jalan Hang Jebat, or more commonly known as Jonker Street. True to its name, the cafe is tucked at the back lane of the street where you can enjoy some quiet time away from the crowd.

While the team at Backlane Coffee has built a reputation for serving handmade grub such as classic breakfast sets, pizza and panini. Most people visit the cafe for their enticing coffee and dessert selection.

The WiFi is free provide for the customers. This is a pit stop you have to make when you are around Jonker Street. Featuring warm tones from the aged brick walls, dark wooden furniture and antique items placed around the cafe such as avinyl record player and a vintage wall clock, the welcoming interior provides a calm environment for the guests to stick around for a chat.

There are a lager seating area which provides enough space for visitors to wander around the cafe comfortably or even do some work with your laptop without having to squeeze.

Additional Information :
Location : 129, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2820542
Opening Hours : Sunday – Thursday 11am – 1200am
Friday – Saturday 11am – 1am

4.Geographer’s Cafe

Geographer Cafe is probably one of the most well-known cafes in Melaka located within the heart of Melaka City. Lies at the corner of the shopping street, customers are pleased to dine here because of their warm and elegant atmosphere. At night, it transforms into a tempting bar, offering enchanting nightlife to the visitors. Health junkies would love to visit this cafe as food is prepared without MSG.

Also Read : 12 Places to Visit in Melaka at Night For Nightlife

For the beverages, the cafe serves soft drinks, fruit juices, coffee, tea, liquors and even wines. Gula Melaka Layer Tea is their specially created drink. It taste sweet and it has three layers. The cafe sells gifts and souvenirs too.

Additional Information :
Location : 83, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka. Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2816813
Opening Hours : Monday – Friday 10am – 1am
Saturday – Sunday 9am – 1am

5.The Coffee Jar

Currently, lots of coffee shops are mushrooming in Melaka but The Coffee Jar stands out among all of them. A small and cosy coffee house in Melaka, The Coffee Jar is simpler alternative to the fancy cafes on Jonker Street. Focusing on all attention on excellent coffee the owners started the cafe out of a passion for the industry.

Complement your coffee with sliced cakes which come in seasonal flavours. Despite the taste, they highly emphasise on the art and the craft of the coffee, eager to serve you the best coffee in town. When you enter the coffee shop and you will be welcomed by several coffee roasters that are constantly roasting the coffee beans.

From classic cappuccino to a well-balanced ristretto, they don’t limit themselves in serving only black coffee. They learn more and keep on improving their coffee-making skills. That’s why many youngest get to enjoy a high standard milk coffee and espresso-based coffee here. There are also offer cheese cakes and pies as complement to the coffee. All desserts are homemade and come with affordable price.

Additional Information :
Location : No.38, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +6012 – 2815100
Opening Hours : 10.30am – 6.00pm
Closed on Tuesday

6.The Stolen Cup

There are a humble cafe decorated with old clocks, posters and wooden planks to give at rustic feel, that is The Stolen Cup.

Nice Bossa Nova music are played as background music.

The Stolen Cup is a fairly new cafe. It’s opened in January of 2017 and located along the Jonker Street of Melaka Old Town. It offers a convenient place to rest our legs and get out of the heat when visiting the historical city of Melaka. The little cafe serves some nice coffee with croissants and is a great place for breakfast and afternoon coffee-time. A full frontal photo of the little cafe. It looks like a cup of coffee itself with warm lights and woody furnishings. Their barista speciality, Gula Melaka Latte is highlighted on a little blackboard outside the cafe.

Gula Melaka is the locally produced palm sugar and is a good replacement for sugar with a faint coconut flavour. A close-in of the cafe.

Although not a very big cafe, the space also nice so there will not be too many people in the cafe and allow more room for checking out the decorations. Another special coffee here is curacao coffee and the curacao is flavoured with peels of oranges.

Their caramel macchiato is highly recommended too. If you never try salted egg croissant before, the one that offered here does not disappoint you. It well-toasted and has a crispy skin.

Additional Information :
Location : 21A, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Opening Hours : Monday – Thursday 9am – 6pm
Friday – Sunday 9am – 11pm
Closed on Tuesday

7.Rainforest Coffee Bean

Surrounded by ancient antique and furniture, Rainforest Coffee Ban creates a nostalgic ambience for us to enjoy their homemade coffee.

While walking in, you will first be greeted by their on-site shop that sells freshly grounded coffee powder such as Arabian coffee bean. For caffeine addict, this is the 100% original coffee bean from Arabian.

The combination between the antique decor and the strongly flavoured coffees and pasties from a what-you-need ambiance. You can either enjoy coffee surrounded by antique furniture inside the shop or just sit in the front table facing the bustling Jonker Street and watch people pass by.

Also Read : Melaka Jonker Street: A Great Spot To Stay and Travel In Melaka

The staff is friendly and it is a good stop for coffee on your stroll through Chinatown. The inner cafe has seating with table set comfortable for more than 10 patrons at a time. Walls are studded with heritage art items and antique furniture every where. It is a unique experience to be surrounded by antique objects while having coffee. The concept is well developed to be a two way attraction for visitors.

There are also various types of coffee powders are stuffed in brownish packs with some informative description over it. It’s placed in different platforms of a big wooden shelf kept in one of the corners. On the left to this section is the entrance to the seat and tables. The creamy cheesecakes is the highlight too. Caramelized on the top, there are blueberries stuffed in between and a crust at bottom. Basically, it has 3 layers and the taste and texture are perfect in mouth.

Additional Information :
Location : No.36 & 38, Jalan Hang Jebat, 72500 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2840128
Opening Hours : Monday – Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday – Sunday 10pm – 10pm

8.The Daily Fix Café

The Daily Fix welcomes many visitors on a daily basis. It basically was once an old shop house, had underwent renovation to offer customers a cosy environment in rustic feel. It’s quite popular among the teenagers because they like to upload the surrounding here on Instagram.

There are a few factors we can think of that attributed to the cafe’s overwhelming success – its location and charming vintage interior. The Daily Fix is hidden behind a souvenir store at Joker Street and its menu features fusion mains and desserts.

The cafe specializes in serving pancakes with different flavours. One of the highlights is their Local Pandan Pancake that comes with 5 pieces stuffed with sugar. Other desserts like brownies and cakes are offered too.

If you like to eat spaghetti, their Smoked Duck Aglio Olio is so well-cooked and the chilli and garlic seasoning are added to the perfect amount. The duck meat is not too fatty and you can change it with Char Siew as well. If you are love taking photographs, head to the indoor courtyard at the back for more scenic spots.

Additional Information :
Location : 55, Jalan Hang Jebat, Malacca Town, Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2834858
Opening Hours : Monday – Friday 9am – 11.30pm
Saturday & Sunday 8.30am – 11.30pm

9.The Baboon House

The Baboon House is a charming cafe that boasts “Nature Feel”. The tranquil environment of the cafe shows a huge contrast to the lively Jonker Street outside. The Baboon House is quaint cafe with a great laid-back vibe – complete with an open-air courtyard and greenery snaking up the walls, spacious seating arrangements, eclectic furnishings, and visitors are often greeted by the owner’s adorable pet dog and cat.

The Baboon House’s peaceful and cosy environment is a pleasant contrast to the busy lanes of Jonker Street, making it the perfect eatery to go for a taste of American cuisine with authentic Malaccan hospitality.

Portions served at The Baboon House are slightly bigger than most burger joints, so sharing is encouraged. The shop highly recommend the ultra creamy Vietnamese drip-coffee with your choice of homemade chicken, beef or pork hamburgers.

While waiting to be served, visitors can browse the ethnic crafts on sale or simply relax on a swing chair by greenery area. While waiting for the food, customers can enjoy some quite moments by browsing magazines, reading book of inspecting delicate crafts on walls.

Additional Information :
Location : 89, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Kampung Bukit China, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +605 – 2831635
Opening Hours : Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm
Saturday – Sunday 10am – 7pm
Closed on Tuesday

10.Riverview Café Melaka

As the name suggested, the cafe offers diners a picturesque vies of Malacca River while they were enjoying the food. At night, the lights that reflecting on the river creates a very romantic ambience for dinner.

If the weather is nice, the outdoor seating is even more enjoyable. You can see the boats cruising by the river and the smiles of tourists on the boat could make your day.

The menu offerings are ranging from western food, local delicacies and the fusion of western food. Despite specialising in Malaysian’s all time favourite such as Nasi Lemak, they serve excellent Malay classic food lie beef rending and Nasi Kemal too.

The cafe is very quiet and serene because it’s located quite far from the main activity area of Jonker Street. It’s best suited for those who want to stay alone.

Additional Information :
Location : 82, Jalan Kampong Pantai, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +6012 – 3807211
Opening Hours : 10am – 10pm
Closed on Tuesday

11.Calanthe Art Café

Having been around for a decade, Calanthe Art Cafe has made a reputation for itself along Jonker Street. What is interesting about the cafe is that it serves 13 different types of coffee highlighting the difference in coffee that is unique to each Malaysian state.

Calanthe Art Cafe is like a quiet oasis, even though the decor doesn’t quite say the same thing. It’s vibrantly furnished with eclectic and creative touches such as rattan furniture hanging from the ceiling, hand-painted walls, and little trinkets on shelves throughout the property.

With the tagline “The First and Only One”, Calanthe Art Cafe serves specialty coffee drinks from all 13 states of the country, so if you are an adventurous coffee aficionado, this is definitely something you want to try. As for their food items, Calan Art Cafe specializes in local food, and does se expertly, as it was listed in top 50 best laksa outlets in M’sia by Malaysia Tourism Body.

Laksa is a Nyonya spicy noodle soup, and the cafe’s version is loaded with ingredients such as tofu puffs, fried bean curd skin, eggs strips and fishcake slices. All in flavorful coconut gravy infused with lemongrass turmeric and spices.

For non-coffee drinkers, they have ice-blended beverages such as Pink Lady and Cendol Ice Blenz. Variety of smoothies, soda mixes, milk shakes and teas are offered too. If you prefer alcoholic drinks, the shop recommend you the Bailey Cocktail. After the meal, you can order their brownie with ice-cream or caramel slice as desserts. Both are the signature desserts here.

Additional Information :
Location : 11, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact : +606 – 2922960
Opening Hours : Sunday – Thursday 9am – 11pm
Friday – Saturday 9am – 12am

12. Sin Sing Cafe 新生咖啡馆

The next on the list of cafés in Jonker Street , we have The Sin Sing Café is located along Jalan Hang Jebat, and is more of a concept outlet store, as they sell freshly brewed beverages and snacks from Sin Sing Coffee, which is a local brand. The café is delightfully classic, giving off Hainanese coffee shop vibes.

We recommend getting their Kopi O, or black coffee, which is aromatic and flavoursome. If you’re coming here for breakfast, get a couple of Half-Boiled Eggs and Toast as well. The perfect, quintessential Malaysian breakfast set.

Additional Information:
Address: No. 99, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 017-226 9955
Hours: Opens daily, 9am – 5pm. Extends to 9pm Friday thru Sunday,
Website: sin sing cafe 新生咖啡馆

13. Navy Café

Located along Jalan Hang Kasturi, the Navy Café is a quiet little spot featuring clean, minimalist aesthetics that is sure to calm you down whenever you are around. The use of dark brown hues and white walls really brings a good contrast to the look, and the warm lighting adds depth to the design.

The highlight of their menu here as to go to their Smoothie Bowls, which are just phenomenal. The portion is just right, and the addition of fresh fruit and berries really enhance the taste, giving it a sweet, fresh finish.

Additional Information:
Address: 5, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: –
Hours: Opens daily, 9am – 5pm.
Website: Navy Café

14. Heesan Kopi

Heesan Kopi is located along Jalan Hang Jebat, and is a classic looking, neat café that features a minimalist aesthetic and lots of warm lighting.

The interior is also decorated by lots of potted plants, giving it a much needed splash of green, which makes this place look livelier.

While you’re here, we recommend getting their freshly brewed Coffee, which is a must try especially if you are a coffee lover. Have it with milk or without, the coffee will still taste rich and bitter, with a good, strong aroma.

Additional Information:
Address: 100, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-281 2165
Hours: Opens daily, 9am – 7pm.
Website: Heesan Kopi 

15. Relish The Moment

Relish The Moment is located along Jalan Kampung Pantai, and is a quaint little café decorated to look rustic and beautifully vibrant.

The aesthetic features many call backs to the years long gone in the form of vintage décor, as well as industrial style with the exposed walls and wooden furniture.

We recommend getting their Pizza as well as their Mushroom Toast, with a hot coffee to finish the meal. The pizza is properly crunchy and has a very rich, flavourful sauce and the mushrooms are caramelized to golden brown perfection.

Additional Information:
Address: 100, Jalan Kampung Pantai, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-281 2356
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 12am.
Website: Relish The Moment

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Malacca is widely know for its harmonious blend of cultures as well as numerous historical sites, and Jonker Treet is the perfect place to see everything merged together.

The diversity of Jonker Street’s traditional and urban attractions is a testament of Malaysia’s colorful history and rich multicultural society. It’s main attraction, Jonker Street night market would be held every Friday and Saturday. So, plan a visit to Malacca during Friday or Saturday is a MUST if you wish to visit the night market.

Besides, this central hub of activities serves as a heaven for vintage fashion enthusiasts, antique collectors, bargain hunters and Instagramer foodies.

Malacca Jonker Street Attraction & Ultimate Guide

1. Jonker Walk Night Market
2. Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum
3. Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum
4. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple
5. Kampung Kling Mosque
6. Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple
7. Mamee Jonker House
8. Red Square (Dutch Square)
9. Masjid Kampung Hulu
10. Jonker Street Library
11. 3D Jonker Walk Malacca

What to Eat?

1. Jonker 88
2. Jonker Street Hawker Centre
3. The Baboon House
4. Nancy’s Kitchen
5. Ee Ji Ban Chicken Rice Ball

Which Café to Stop by?

1. The Daily Fix Café
2. The Stolen Cup
3. Calanthe Art Café
4. Backlane Coffee
5. The Coffee JAR

Nightlife Activities?

1. Eleven Bistro & Restaurant
2. Geographer Café
3. Sid’s Pub @ Jonker’s
4. Me & Mrs Jones Café
5. The Old Merchant
6. Hard Rock Cafe Malacca

Where to Stay?

1. Cheng Ho Hotel at Jonker Street
2. Jonker Boutique Hotel
3. Hotel Puri Melaka
4. Swiss Hotel Heritage Boutique Melaka
5. Gingerflower Boutique Hotel

1.  Jonker Walk Night Market

Also known as the best night market in Malaysia, this night market takes place every Friday and Saturday nights. Well organizaed with wide arrays of stalls, polite and friendly hawkers, ubiquitous bargains and as well as live music coursing throughout the area, Jonker Street Night Market provide a Party-like atmosphere to every visitors.

Since food is the main attraction here, there would be numerous of stalls selling various kind of delicacy. Visitors would be spoiled for choices of delicious jonker street night market food, from piping hot grilling meat on skewers to Chinese delicacies such as dim sum, popiah and bak zhang.

Cool boutiques and handcrafts stalls could be founded here too. Some stalls even sell interesting couple handcrafts and memorable souvenirs.

Additional Information :
Location: Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Opening Hours: 6:00pm – 12:00am

Also Read : Johor Bahru Night Market ( Pasar Malam)

2. Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum

Full with collections of three beautifully restored 19th Century Baba-Nyonya resident, Baba-Nyonya Heritage Museum definitely brings you back to the older times. The three-storey museum is uniquely designed from exterior to interior.

Framed by Greco-Roman columns, two red lanterns, a bearing household name, and other messages of good luck, hang on both sides of the entrance. A collection of wood furniture and gold-leaf fixtures also make the residence classy.

This museum is privately operated by descendants of Chan’s family, which is the richest family in town. They provide tours in the museum, explaining the colorful Peranakan lifestyle and culture during the good old times. The tour guide would provide explanations on traditional food, dress style, furniture and culture in details during the tour.

Additional Information :
Location: 48-50, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Malacca, Malaysia.
Contact: +606-283 1273
Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Friday to Sunday: 10:00am – 1:00pm, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Entrance Fee:
Adults: RM16
Children (below 12): RM11
Website: Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum

Also Read : One Day Trip Guide On Malacca – The City Of Nyonya Culture In Malaysia

3. Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum

Established in year 2006, Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum provides an exhibition of  admiral Cheng Ho (Zheng He) life during Chinese Ming Dynasty. Cheng Ho’s notable contribution to Malacca including bringing the Emperor’s Daughter, Princess Hang Li Po, to marry The Malacca Sultan in the mid 15th century. This led to creation of Baba Nyonya Culture.

About 600 years ago, it is belived that this museum works as a warehouse to store goods temporarily during Cheng Ho’s travel. Now, Cheng Ho’s Cultural Museum showcase various evidence of cultural exchanges between local etnic groups and Chinese. Among others, you may find navigation instruments, tea house and treasure ships from China.

Additionsal Information :
Location: 51, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Malacca, Malaysia.
Contact: +606 283 1135 / +606 283 1136
Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Entrance Fee:
Adult: RM20
Child/Student: RM10

4. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple

Travelling back to year 1646, Cheng Hoon Teng Temple would be the oldest traditional Chinese Temple in Malacca. Built with only building ingredients imported from China, this temple assemble designs and crafting of older Chinese believes. Even artisans and constructors from China are involved too.

Besides, you could find a robed golden Guanyin effigy within the main temple hall. There are also small chambers around the temple which are dedicated to the deceased ancestors. Incense paper and paper-made luxury items would be burnt to provide a better ‘living’ condition for them in their afterlife.

Known as “Merciful Cloud Temple” by the locals, it remained as a central place for all Buddhist to worship and pray Guanyin, the Mercy Goddess. If you noticed carefully, you could find that Cheng Hoon Teng Temple was built based on Feng Shui Principles. Each cravings on those dark timber woodwork carries its own meanings.

Not forgot to mention that the temple received an Award of Merit from UNESCO for Asia-Pacific Heritage Conservation after its completed restoration in year 2001.

Additional Information :
Location: No.25, Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact: +606-282 9343 / +606 282 2906
Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00am – 7:00pm
Entrance Fee: Free

5. Kampung Kling Mosque

Kampung Kling Mosque is one of the oldest mosque in Malacca which still retains its original design. Built by Indian Muslim traders in year 1748 during the Dutch colonial era, this mosque uses a combination of various culture construction style. The architecture design of the mosque combined influences from Sumatran, Chinese, Hindus, local Malay community and even European aesthetics.

Another specialty of the mosque is that they even included a combination of Chinese ceramic tiles as well as European and Portuguese glazed tiles to adorn its roof and interior design.

Besides, a fountain-like pool for ablutions could be found at the courtyard behind Kampung Kling Mosque. Moorish cast iron lamp posts can be seen too.

Well, non-muslims tourists are allowed to visit Kampung King Mosque. However, please remember that the visit only limited until mosque’s porch area only. For female visitors, you would be given a veil to cover your hair before entering.

Additional Information :
Location: Jalan Tukang Emas, Melaka 75200, Malaysia.
Entrance Fee: Free

6. Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple

It is hard to omit the bright yellow temple while wandering around Malacca Jonker Street. Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple has colorful Hindu deities and animal statues crafted by ostentatious stones.

Featuring with Dutch architecture design, this rectangular-shaped Hindu temple is dedicated to the Vinayagar, the elephant-headed deity in Hindu. The temple would be crowded during every festive season as prominent Hindu festivals usually been carried out here.

Inside Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple, the main altar is dedicated to the Ganesh while the side altars are dedicated to Ganesh’s parents and his younger brother, Lord Muraga. These structures are preserved well despite a history of hundred years old.

Additional Information :
Location: Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia
Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Entrance Fee: Free

7. Mamee Jonker House

This is the first concept store of Mamee, a well-known snack in Malaysia. Yhis would be a perfect place for everyone who like eating Mamee snacks or bringing back their childhood memories.

Mamee Jonker House offers exciting activities for every visitors, especially for kids. Visitors can participate themselves in workshops to create their very own Lil Monster Noodle Snacks by using seasonings and condiments available. Children can get their own version of instant noodle cup too. This can be done by coloring on those cups during the workshop.

Besides, they also sell Mamee side products ranging from t-shirts to soft toys at their souvenir counter. Hungry visitors even can visit Mamee Cafe for delicious noodle dishes and succulent tender chicken served with homemade sauce.

Additional Information :
Location: No.46 & 48, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75300 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact: +606-286 7666
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am – 7:00pm
Closed on: Tuesday
Entrance Fee: RM5
Website: Mamee Jonker House 

8. Red Square (Dutch Square)

This Malacca’s most defining structure was built by the Dutch in 1753 when they took possession of Malacca from the Portuguese. The church was built to celebrate the century old Dutch occupation and to worship the God.

Surrounded by red painting buildings, Red Square reflects Malacca’s history. The architecture design of those red buildings are influenced by the Dutch, Chinese and Portuguese during the golden times.

There is a big fountain at the center of square, commemorating Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. Besides, the whole area is full of attractions. You can even watch amazing street performances while wandering at Red Square.

Not forgetting the vibrant colorful trishaws bringing tourists wandering here and there with blaring hit songs. This place is extremely photogenic so please make sure that you camera battery is at maximum before visiting Red Square.

Additional Information :
Location: Jalan Gereja, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia.
Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00am – 12:00pm
Entrance Fee: Free

9. Masjid Kampung Hulu

Masjid Kampung Hulu is a mosque with predominantly Javanese style. It has an architecture of three ascending layers of flared pyramidal roofs. Influenced by the Chinese culture, the mosque even occupied with pagoda-like stone minarets and ceramic roof tiles.

However, this mosque can only entered by Muslims practitioners. Therefore, non-Muslims visitors can optionally roam around the mosque or admire this magnificient building from outside.

Additional Information :
Location: Jalan Kampung Hulu, Malacca, Malaysia
Contact: +606-2826526
Entrance Fee: Free

10. Jonker Street Library

Perhaps the most favorable attraction for bookworms. Jonker Street Library is decked-out with numerous collection of books and reading substances which are suitable for all ages. Illuminated with natural lighting, the library spacious reading areas are perfect for anyone who want a temporary escape from bustling crowds of Jonker Street.

Well, photography is allowed. Please be reminded that visitors should refrain from using their mobile phones or speaking loudly when entering the vicinity.

Additional Information :
Location : 104, Jalan Hang Jebat, Jonker Street, Melaka, Malaysia
Operating Hours:
Tuesday-Sunday  10am-5pm
Friday and Saturday : 10am -7pm
Entrance Fee: None

11. 3D Jonker Walk Malacca

This is the very first combination of 3D Art Gallery and Upside-Down House in Malacca. Featuring with more than 25 different 3D paintings, these paintings would surprise you as they look so real and you could feel that you had being tricked by those optical illusions.

Besides, 3D Jonker Walk Malacca also contain a 5D fluorescent museum room in which you can take pictures in the dark. Kindly ask the staff to take photo for you too, as they know the best angle for 3D pictures.

Another tips for Android uses. You may download the 3D Jonker Walk applications available in Google Play before taking pictures. It can help you to create more unique and real quality of 5D pictures.

Additional Information :
Location: 27, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Contact: +6012-655 3409
Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Friday to Sunday: 10:00am – 10:00pm
Entrance Fee:
Adult: RM18
Children (4-12 years old): RM12

What to Eat?

Next, we will be looking at the best culinary experiences Jonker Street has to offer. Below are a few well known restaurants that you absolutely must try when you step foot into Jonker. Both local cuisine as well as international fare are featured, as to be inclusive to tastes of all kinds.

1. Jonker 88

The Jonker 88 is located along Jalan Hang Jebat, in the heart of Jonker Street, and is named after its building number. 88. The restaurant features a classic, rustic look and feel complete with wooden furnishings and warm lighting, perfect for a trip down memory lane. The Jonker 88 is a traditional take on a Malaysian-styled café, and there is nothing better than a stop here while on your cultural adventure along Jonker Street.

We highly recommend that you try out their signature Cendol, which is quite the crowd-pleaser. The cendol is sweet and cold, with just the right amount of coconut milk and rice jelly. The perfect thing to have on a hot, sunny day.

Additional Information:
Address: 88, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 019-397 5665
Hours: Opens daily, 9:30am – 6pm.
Website: Jonker 88

2. Jonker Street Hawker Centre

Up next, we have the Jonker Street Hawker Centre, located along Jalan Kota Laksamana ½ in the Taman Kota Laksamana area. It is an al fresco collection of food stalls selling various local fare you can choose from, and everything tastes deliciously authentic and tasty.

We recommend that you try the Chee Cheong Fan, which is freshly made and tastes deliciously simple, as well as the Char Kuey Teow, which is well-seasoned and fried to perfection. There is a wide variety of food here that simply cannot fit into our list, so we recommend that you come yourself and try everything that catches your eye.

Additional Information:
Address: 1, Seksyen, 1, Jalan Kota Laksamana 1/2, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200, Melaka.
Contact: 012-920 9746
Hours: Friday thru Wednesday, 6pm – 12am. Closed on Thursdays.
Website: –

 3.The Baboon House

If you’re looking for some Western cuisine, then you’ve come to the right place. The Baboon House is located along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, in the Kampung Bukit China area and features a very rustic, old timey style complete with rattan furniture and antique looking walls.

The serve what many claim to be the best hamburgers in all of Jonker. We recommend that you try out their Pork Belly Burger with a side of their delicious Potato Wedges.

The pork belly is properly seasoned and seared to a delicious golden brown, and maintains its juiciness. The wedges are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, giving you the perfect bite every time.

Additional Information:
Address: 89, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Kampung Bukit China, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 012-601 0363
Hours: Wednesday thru Monday, 10am – 5pm.
Website: The Baboon House 

4. Nancy’s Kitchen

Nancy’s Kitchen is located along Jalan KL3 in the Taman Kota Laksamana area of Jonker, and features a simple, banquet-style Chinese restaurant interior with comfortable furnishings and bright lighting.

They serve deliciously authentic Peranakan cuisine, which is a mix of Chinese and Malay influences. We highly recommend getting their Pork Pongteh and their Pie Tee. The pongteh is a type of stewed pork dish that tastes slightly sweet and very savoury, perfect over a bowl of rice. The pie tee is a popiah in cupcake form, and the crispy outside really complements the deliciously fresh ingredients inside.

Additional Information:
Address: 13, 13-1, 13-2, Jalan KL 3, 8, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200, Melaka.
Contact: 06-283 6099
Hours: Wednesday thru Monday, 11am – 5pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
Website: Nancy’s Kitchen 

5. Ee Ji Ban Chicken Rice Ball

We can’t truly have a list of Jonker food without including chicken rice balls now, can we? The Ee Ji Ban Chicken Rice Ball is located along Jalan Melaka Raya 3 in the Taman Melaka Raya area, and is one of the many popular spots for delicious chicken rice balls.

The interior is rather cosy and quaint, with marble top tables and wooden chairs which give off classic vibes.

What else is there to recommend other than their Chicken Rice Balls ? Have your pick between the Roasted Chicken and Steamed Chicken, order a side of vegetables, and dig in. The chicken rice balls are aromatic and springy, and the chicken is tender and juicy. The quintessential Jonker Street meal.

Additional Information:
Address: 275, Jalan Melaka Raya 3, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka.
Contact: 016-216 5220
Hours: Friday thru Wednesday, 12pm – 9:30pm. Closed on Thursdays.

Also Read : 12 Best Food Stops in Melaka’s Jonker Street

Which Café to Stop by?

Feeling like having a quick pick-me-up? Or do you just want a place where you can lounge around with a good drink and a relaxing atmosphere? Here is a list of some of the best cafés that Jonker Street has to offer, as coffee is also deeply steeped in tradition and culture here.

1.The Daily Fix Café

The Daily Fix Café is located along Jalan Hang Jebat, near the centre of Jonker Street. It is situated inside a Peranakan knick-knack stall cum bakery, so it may be a bit hard to locate at first glance, but just be sure to be on the lookout for their sign outside. It is a wonderfully rustic and beautifully historic place, with little touches of aged décor and wooden furniture to set the appropriate mood.

We highly recommend trying out their famous Pancakes here, with a cup of their great Coffee to go along with it. The pancakes are petite and fluffy, and quite thick in the middle. They can be served with a variety of toppings such as blueberries and even salted egg sauce, along with a scoop of ice cream. The coffee is fragrant and deliciously roasty, perfect to kick-start your day.

Additional Information:
Address: 55, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 013-290 6855
Hours: Opens daily, 9am – 11:30pm.
Website: The Daily Fix Café 

2. The Stolen Cup

Up next we have The Stolen Cup, similarly located along Jalan Hang Jebat. It is a rather quaint, dark café with lots of wall mounted décor and bright lighting, and has a nice, cosy atmosphere that you can really settle into and relax.

We suggest that you try their Salted Egg Croissant along with a cup of Coffee of your choice, be it a Latte or Americano. The croissant is flaky and well made, and the salted egg sauce is just the perfect partner to its layers of buttery goodness.

The coffee here is made fresh and served hot and fragrant, perfect to wake you up and give you that dose of caffeine that you need.

Additional Information:
Address: 12, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 012-300 9130
Hours: Opens daily, 9am – 7pm.
Website: The Stolen Cup

3. Calanthe Art Café

The Calanthe Art Café is located along Jalan Hang Kasturi, and is a beautifully decorated café that you Instagram addicts out there must stop by. The Oriental style matches perfectly with the décor and furnishings, which are mostly made out of wood and rattan.

We highly recommend that you try out their French Toast as well as their wide variety of Coffee on offer. The French toast is served golden brown and crunchy, with the added sweetness of the honey and creaminess of the butter on top. The coffee selection consists of all the 13 states, with distinct flavour profiles so there is sure to be something for everybody.

Additional Information:
Address: 11, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-292 2960
Hours: Friday thru Wednesday, 9am – 12am.
Website: Calanthe Art Cafe

4. Backlane Coffee

Next we have the Backlane Coffee, located along Jalan Hang Jebat in the centre of Jonker Street. The space is designed to look rustic and classy, with good use of exposed brick walls along with minimalist furnishing and bright lighting. A perfect place to relax with a cup of good coffee.

We suggest that you try out their Backlane Nachos if you are up for some finger food, as well as a cup of their Signature Rose Latte.

The nachos are crunchy and go well with the copious amounts of cheese sauce that comes along with it, and the rose latte has a slight but distinct scent of rose, giving it an interesting flavour profile.

Additional Information:
Address: 129, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-282 0542
Hours: Opens daily, 9am – 11pm.
Website: Backlane Coffee 

5. The Coffee JAR

Last but not least, we have The Coffee JAR, situated along Lorong Hang Jebat. It is a rather old timey place, with minimal décor and heavy emphasis on classic looks which give it that distinct aged appeal. The place really brings back memories of classic Hainanese coffee shops, albeit with a modern twist.

They roast their own coffee beans here, so naturally we have to recommend their Coffee. The coffee served here is aromatic and flavourful, and if you are looking for a specific type that suits your palate, be sure to talk to a waiter about what you are looking for in your brew.

Additional Information:
Address: 38, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 012-281 5100
Hours: Wednesday thru Monday, 10:30am – 6pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
Website: The Coffee JAR

More Cafes here: Malacca Jonker Street’s Best Cafes

Nightlife Activities?

Still want a bit more fun right before bed? Other than heading to the Jonker Street Night Market, there are also quite a handful of great bars and bistros in Jonker Street. Here is a list of a few bars that you may want to stop by for a drink or two before heading back to your hotel.

1. Eleven Bistro & Restaurant

We’ll start off with the Eleven Bistro & Restaurant, located along Jalan Hang Lekir. It has a modern take on Oriental style, blending features of traditional Asian-Portuguese décor with contemporary art and design. The combination of bare walls, warm lighting, and striking use of red make this place a real sight to behold.

We recommend that you have a side of Gula Melaka Chicken Wings to go with a drink of your choice. The chicken wings are well marinated and have a distinct sweet and savoury flavour, perfect finger food for a night out drinking.

Additional Information:
Address: 11, Jalan Hang Lekir, 75200, Melaka.
Contact: 06-282 0011
Hours: Opens daily, 11am – 2am.
Website: Eleven Bistro & Restaurant

2. Geographer Café

Up next we have the Geographer Café, located along Jalan Hang Jebat. The Geographer Café takes inspiration from surfer and tropic culture, blending it together to present a charming albeit exaggerated style of tropical country life.

We recommend that you try out their many vegetarian dishes on offer here, as there aren’t many around the area and the food tastes pretty good.

The Vegetarian Curry Ramen takes the spotlight, being deliciously spicy yet fresh and light.

Additional Information:
Address: 83, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-281 6813
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 1am.
Website: Geographer Café 

3. Sid’s Pub @ Jonker’s

Sid’s Pub @ Jonker’s is located along Lorong Hang Jebat, right by the Melaka river. The pub features a modern European style pub, complete with loaded bar shelves and draught on tap, as well as dim lighting throughout the space and glass top tables.

We recommend having a Chicken Mushroom Pie to go with a drink of your choice while you’re here. The pie is flaky and the fillings are savoury and hearty, which goes well with a good mug of beer.

Add a scenic river view and some live music to the mix and you have yourself a wonderful night out.

Additional Information:
Address: 2, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-283 7437
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 12pm.
Website: Sid’s Pub @ Jonker’s 

4. Me & Mrs Jones Café

The Me & Mrs Jones Café is located along Jalan Hang Kasturi, and is a quaint little pub cum café that has a cosy interior with lots of emphasis on music and band culture.

The atmosphere here is great, and oftentimes the owner of the café himself will play some live music to entertain his patrons.

If you’re looking for a simple place to chill with a pint or two, Me & Mrs Jones Café has you covered. Order a drink of your choice, sit back and relax to the live tunes on stage, or if you’re up for it, you can join in and play an instrument of your choice.

Additional Information:
Address: 3, Jalan Hang Kasturi, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 016-234 4292
Hours: Thursday thru Tuesday, 7pm – 1am. Closed on Wednesdays.
Website: Me & Mrs Jones Café

5. The Old Merchant

Last but not least we have The Old Merchant, situated along Jalan Kampung Pantai. It goes for that hidden bar/speakeasy vibe with its aesthetic and location, and features an Oriental take on bar culture and style. The wood and rattan mixes beautifully with the neon red lights and lanterns, giving this place a unique, cool look and feel.

Their drinks are really creative and delicious, so we definitely recommend that you try them out for yourself. Try their Bunga Kaseh and Love in Malacca if you have no idea what to pick first, and work your way from there.

Additional Information:
Address: 88, Jalan Kampung Pantai, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 011-1128 1623
Hours: Tuesday thru Sunday, 6pm – 1am. Closed on Mondays.
Website: The Old Merchant

6. Hard Rock Cafe Malacca

Located idyllically by Malacca River, Hard Rock Cafe often sees a line of eager diners and music lovers queuing at the entrance. Hence, we recommended you to ‘ROCK’ up before 9pm to enjoy their live band and their delicious food available.

Similar to other chain’s outlet all across the world, Hard Rock Cafe Malacca include outdoor and indoor sitting area, live stage, bar and its iconic shop which sell Hard Rock’s memorabilia.

Also Read : Top 10 Popular Night Cafe In Melaka

Not forgot to mention that this cafe interior design is Straits Malacca inspired. You could find music memorabilia such as Prince’s white dinner jacket and Bruce Springsteen’s signed guitar there.

Additional Information :
Opening Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:30 – 01:00; Friday, Saturday and eve of public holiday 11:30 – 02:00 (kitchen closes at 22:30)
Address: 28, Lorong Hang Jebat, Malacca
Tel: +606 292 5188
Website : Hard Rock Cafe Malacca 

Where to Stay?

We will start off with accommodation, as you need the finest stay to begin your grand journey. Here are a few accommodation options situated right in (or at least, in close proximity to) Jonker Street itself, so you do not have to worry about transportation.

1.Cheng Ho Hotel at Jonker Street

The Cheng Ho Hotel, also known as the Cheng Ho Residence, is located along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, in the Taman Kota Laksamana area. It is about a 2-minute walk away from Jonker Street and a 5-minute drive away from Mahkota Parade and Dataran Pahlawan. It is simple and has a rather rustic, boutique style is sure to catch your eye. Street parking is available near the premises so you need not worry so much about where to park your vehicle while staying here.

Their rooms are spacious and simplistically elegant, and come with parquet flooring and beige wallpaper.

All rooms here come with air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat screen TV, an electric kettle, and a private bathroom with a shower, complimentary toiletries, and bath slippers.

Additional Information:-
Address: 101, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-283 8588
Website: Cheng Ho Residence at jonker street

2. Jonker Boutique Hotel

The Jonker Boutique Hotel is located along Jalan Tokong in the Kampung Tiga area, in the heart of Jonker Street. It has a distinctly Oriental look and feel to it, courtesy of the design of the building, the internal décor, as well as the setting of the place. It is a 3-storey heritage building lovingly refurbished to restore it to its former glory.

The rooms here are sleek and stylish, with parquet flooring and lots of modern wallpaper and lighting. The rooms come with air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, a personal safe, ironing facilities, and an en suite bathroom.

Additional Information:
Address: 84, Jalan Tokong, Kampung Tiga, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-282 5151
Website: Jonker Boutique Hotel

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3. Hotel Puri Melaka

The Hotel Puri Melaka is located along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock in the Taman Kota Laksamana area, in the vicinity of Jonker Street. It features refurbished heritage architecture, giving guests that authentic feel of staying in an aged cultural shop lot. It features a restaurant, a bar, a garden, and free private parking.

The rooms here are just as majestic and classy, with wooden flooring and classic furniture along with lots of warm lighting.

All rooms here come with air conditioning, free WiFi, a work desk, a flat screen TV, a wardrobe, and an en suite bathroom.

Additional Information:
Address: 118, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-282 5588
Website:  hotel puri melaka

4. Swiss Hotel Heritage Boutique Melaka

The Swiss Hotel Heritage Boutique Melaka is another hotel situated along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, in the Taman Kota Laksamana area. It is very conveniently situated along Jonker Street, so that guests here need not travel far to experience the wonders that the historical street has to offer. The property features an Oriental, rustic look and feel that is definitely going to set the mood for your historical trip to Melaka city.

The rooms here are simple and elegant, with minimal décor and lots of classy touches such as parquet flooring and warm lighting. All rooms come with air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, a desk, a clothes rack, an electric kettle, a flat screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer.

Additional Information:
Address: 68, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-284 4111
Website:  swisshotelmelaka.com.my

5. Gingerflower Boutique Hotel

Last but not least, another entry located along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, the Gingerflower Boutique Hotel is rated as one of the top picks in the entirety of Melaka by Booking.com. It features a traditional looking aesthetic, complete with wooden windows and white wallpaper all around.

The rooms here are classy and charming, and have a certain nostalgic vibe to them. All rooms here come with air conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, a flat screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with a rain shower, free amenities, a bathrobe, and a hair dryer.

Additional Information:
Address: 13, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka.
Contact: 06-288 1331
Website: Gingerflower Boutique Hotel

Read also: Top 12 Hotels to Stay at Near Jonker Street

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Malacca is rich with unique traditions at every corner. One of their noticeable culture is the Peranakan or known as “Baba Nyonya’, which is an important symbolism of interracial mix between Malay and Chinese.

Peranakan culture began in the 15th century when Chinese began immigrating to Malaysia and marrying the Muslim Malay women. Nyonya food is a mixture of Chinese and Malay flavours, which seems distinctly special.

While the culture itself may not be so prominent, their delicately prepared food is a staple among Malaccans. Well, they would assure you that Nyonya food is their favorite if you ask any Malaccans.

Below are the best Nyonya eateries suggested by SGMYTRIPS that you can try next time whenever you visit Malacca from Singapore.

Top 10 Best Malacca Nyonya Food

1. Restoran Ole Sayang
2. Donald and Lily’s
3. Jonker 88
4. Kedai Kopi Juat Lye
5. Restoran Aunty Lee
6. Restoran Peranakan
7. Restoran Indah Sayang
8. Cottage Spices Nyonya Restaurant
9. Seri Nyonya Peranakan Restaurant

1. Restoran Ole Sayang

Restoran Ole Sayang owns detailed decorative items such as lantern, Chinese wood billboard, wooden tables and chairs. These decorations resemble a homey nyonya style house in the olden years.

Their food prices range from RM8 to RM45 and the locals really enjoy their food. Besides, they are also Halal friendly, no pork will be served.

What’s good:

• Asam Fish  

This recipe are normally cooked in Peranakan culture. Asam Fish’s tangy and spicy flavor will surely whet your appetizing. Besides, its thick gravy which has the perfect balance of spiciness, sweetness and sourness goes really well with steamed rice.

• Nyonya Otak-Otak

All time favorite of locals. Seasoned with garlic, shallots, scallions, coconut milk and other mixture of spices, Nyonya Otak-Otak is reddish-orange in color, but is not spicy as it seems. The fragrance of combined burnt Attap leaves, soft boneless fish paste and mixed spices would burst in your mouth if you take a bite of this otak-otak.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: 198-199, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka
Contact Number: +606 – 283 1966
Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:30am – 2:30pm & 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Closed on: Wednesday
Website: Restoran Ole Sayang

Also Read : TOP 15 MALACCA FOOD LIST

2. Donald and Lily’s

Donald and Lily’s is one of those well-known establishments that tourists would make a visit to. They serve local dishes such as mee siam, mee rebus, nyonya laksa, nasi lemak and nasi ayam. With an affordable price ranging from RM6.90 to RM10.50, no exception that the restaurant is crowded during breakfast and brunch time, especially on weekends.

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• Nasi Ketuk Ayam Redang

An aromatic combination of vibrant white and blue rice, infused with butterfly pea flower and coconut milk. Their gravy coated chicken is savory spicy, but tender and moist in the middle, coming off the bone easily.

• Nyonya Laksa

Not too milky nor spicy. Nyonya Laksa is lightly sour due to the sour chilli added during preparation process. Surprisingly, the taste of fresh coconut milk added doesn’t taste too heavy  and overtake the taste of mackerel fish soup base.

• Cendol

Also Read : Top 12 Cendol Spots around Melaka City You Must Try

Six ingredients included dessert. A great combination of pandan, jelly noodles, red beans, coconut milk, palm sugar and shaved ice. Milky and creamy, with floral sweet palm sugar nicely coated the palate coconut creamed shaved ice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: 16 (Ground Floor), Jalan KSB 1, Taman Kota Shahbandar, 75200 Malacca
Contact Number: +606 – 284 8907
Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:30am – 4:00pm
Closed on: Monday
Website : Donald and Lily’s 

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3. Jonker 88

Located on the extremely popular Jonker Street, Jonker 88 is always full of people especially during lunch time. It is a self-service restaurant, where you need to order and carry your food to your table yourself.

With the price ranging from RM4.50 to RM10, it is considered affordable and worth for a meal.

What’s good:

• Baba Cendol, Sago Cendol, Nata de CocoDurian Cendol

A mountain of shaved ice siting on a bed of ingredients topped with a generous serving of thick Gula Melaka. Top up with a durian cendol, the texture of cendol would go creamy and rich of highly fragrant durian flavor.

• Assorted Laksa

Brimming with ingredients, these assorted laksa broth are extremely addictive. Baba Laksa taste similar to Singapore Laksa but more creamier with an additional dash of coconut milk. Besides, the Nyonya Laksa is probably more sour than spicy due to tamarind juice added.

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Give it a try of combination of both Laksa which may surprise you. It turns out to be fiery spicy and suitable for spicy food lovers.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: 88, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia
Contact Number: +6019 – 397 5665
Opening Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Friday to Saturday: 9:30am to 8:30pm
Website: Jonker 88

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4. Kedai Kopi Juat Lye

It is all about noodles and coffee at this humble kopitiam, from laksa to prawn mee and Malacca’s own yee kiao mee. We think that not many people know about its existence except for the locals. But, if you are dropping by Malacca for a visit and in the mood of trying Penang style prawn mee, then this would be a great place that is worth a detour.

What’s good:

• Prawn Mee

Handful of pork slices, a couple-full of full sized prawns, fish cakes and generous amount of kangkung in this bowl of noodle. Undeniably delicious with the soup packed with strong prawn flavor that felt real and natural, without any additional of MSG.

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• Kopi O ‘Gao’

Kopi O Gao they make is really GAO (concentrated) enough and worth to be mentioned, simply satisfying.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: 371G, Jalan Melor 2, Taman Peringgit Jaya, Melaka
Contact Number: +606 – 283 3619
Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:30am – 2:30pm
Closed on: Monday

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5. Restoran Aunty Lee

Owned by Uncle and Aunty Lee, Restoran Aunty Lee serve only traditional Nyonya food which been passed down generations to generations.

Reservations are recommended to avoid long queue. You may also make online reservations if needed.

What’s good:

• Otak-Otak

Singapore version otak-otak rather than gravy coated Malacca style otak-otak.

• Ayam Buah Keluak

Its gravy is still rather liquid, but with more distinct scent and flavors from lemongrass, galangal and kaffir lime leaves.

• Ikan Goreng Cili Garam

A piece of de resistance, also a unique combination of two easy ingredients which came out with tasty delicacy. Slightly spicy at the beginning but getting neutral by the fresh, juicy fish flesh at the end.

• Udang Masak Lemak Nenas

Prawn cooked in spiced coconut milk, with pineapple chunks. Lovely, rich in coconut gravy and not too cloyingly.

• Cincalok Omelette

Fully-seasoned omelette with cincalok which had the right level of moistness.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: 385, Jalan Ujong Pasir Melaka 75050
Contact Number: +606 – 283 1009
Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:30am – 3:00pm & 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Closed on: Tuesday
Website: Restoran Aunty Lee

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6. Restoran Peranakan

Housed in an authentic Baba Nyonya house, eating at Restoran Peranakan is not about detectable food. Decorated with rare antiques such as wedding sedan and exquisite Pernakan-themed wooden bed, it serve every customer with exciting cultural experience while dining.

In order for more value for money, we suggest that you order  any of their set menus. These set meals are suitable for solo diners and large parties.

What’s Good:

• Sambal Udang

A fiery and piquant dish served as an accompaniment to perk up any rice meal. Sambal is more flavorful, fragrant and richer in taste compared to those found in Nasi Lemak. Not to mention that their prawns are fresh and tender enough.

• Sotong Fritter

Crispy turmeric seasoned crust at the outside and soft tender squid in the inside. Flavorful snacks which is a great combination with sweet and sour sauce or Thai-style chili sauce.

• Ikan Chuan Chuan

Also known as Ikan Goreng Halia, fried fish with ginger. Flavorful ginger and soy sauce gravy would definitely warm up the body. Best served with steamed rice or eaten alone.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: 107, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Malacca
Contact Number: +606 – 284 5001
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday: 12:00pm – 4:30pm & 6:30pm – 10:00pm
Website: Restoran Peranakan

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7. Restoran Indah Sayang

Still wondering where to get Scrumptious Nyonya food at RM8 and below? Then Restoran Indah Sayang would be your perfect choice.

What’s good:

• Nyonya Chap Chai

Nyonya style mixed vegetable with preserved bean paste. Transparent glass noodle doesn’t melt down and give another slippery yet smooth texture to the dish.

• Kerabu Pucuk Paku

Known as fiddlehead fern salad. Tossed along with coconut milk, lime juice, prawns and even coconut flakes, this savory salad could make a blast in your taste bud.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Location: 138, Jalan Melaka Raya, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000, Melaka, Malaysia
Contact Number: +606 – 282 0285
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday: 11:30am – 3:30pm & 6:00pm – 9:30pm

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8. Cottage Spices Nyonya Restaurant

What’s simple and tasty Nyonya food? Try Cottage Spices’s tasty trdaitional dishes prepared by the Peranakan owner.

What’s good:

• Curry Fishhead

Fresh and tangy Jenak Fish cooked in rich and spicy curry sauce. Curry gravy is heavy with coconut milk and the vegetables added are crunchy enough, not overly cooked.

• Asam Pedas Fish

Cooked with very own recipe spicy and sour Assam sauce, along with selected fish and vegetables.

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• Sambal Udang Petai

Fried selected petai toppled with delicious sambal sauce which is suitable to be eaten with rice. The shrimp are generously added so that every customers can get a taste of shrimp in every bite.

• Pongteh

Nicely braised chicken in bean paste with potatoes and mushrooms. A savory dish that could keep you full enough.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: Jalan Merdeka, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka, 75000, Taman Melaka Raya, Melaka
Contact Number: +606 – 283 5040
Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Closed on: Tuesday
Website: Cottage Spices Nyonya Restaurant

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9. Seri Nyonya Peranakan Restaurant

A Halal-certificated Nyonya Restaurant available in Malacca. Located on Level 3 of Hotel Equatorial Malacca, Seri Nyonya Peranakan Restaurant provides an excellent dining experience with comfortable environment. You can truly experience the authenticity of Nyonya dishes right there.

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Price is surprisingly affordable for a hotel standard. There are value-for-money set menus for lunch and ideal for diners in a group.

What’s good:

• Hee Peow Soup

Dried fish bladder boiled with mixed vegetables and garnished with egg rolls.

• Pai Tee

Crispy deep-fried puff stuffed with fresh vegetables.

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• Popiah

Better than normal popiah available in coffeeshop with a dash of sambal belacan. It packs enough the sourness and heat to satisfy the taste buds.

• Achar Nyonya

Julienne of crunchy vegetables marinated in chili paste and dash of grounded roasted peanuts.

• Gereng Asam

Fish gravy was tasty and sharp, and the fish is soft, not overly cooked or flaky.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location: Hotel Equatorial Melaka, Bandar Hilir, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia
Contact Number: +606 – 282 8333
Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00pm – 2:30pm & 6:30pm – 10:30pm

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