The Johor Bahru City Square is one of the popular malls in Johor Bahru today, it has been holding its own for years now, and looks to continue to do so for more to come. When on a shopping spree, hunger pangs are a common occurrence. There are actually thousands of food awaiting to be explore in JB City Square.
For those of you who are looking forward to spend a day at the Johor Bahru City Square, this list is for you. SGMYTRIPS has compiled a list of restaurants, cafés, and eateries you need to check out on your next shopping spree here, and we guarantee that these entries will not disappoint.
Top 11 Tantalizing Food You Must Try In JB City Square
- Bornga
- Ho Seng Kee Wanton Mee
- Food Paradise 鄉之豐味
- Batavia Kitchen
- AK Noodles House
- Seoul Garden
- Sedap Corner
- Miyakori Coffee
- Dontaku
- Paik’s Pan
- Tang Tea House
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Bornga
We are starting off this list with the Bornga, which is a stylish, Korean styled restaurant that is well furnished and very well decorated. The interior fits the theme, adding to the mix traditional looking wooden dividers, as well as using wooden furniture and bright lighting. Each table includes an indent in the middle, where the hot pot goes so guests can have their fill of food that is never left cold.
Their menu consists of ingredients for their offering of Korean barbecue, of which the staff will cook for you on the spot. The highlight here goes to their beef slices, which pairs perfectly well with the complimentary side dishes which you can refill indefinitely free of charge.
The tea is also on the house, which adds more value for money when you dine here. An authentic Korean barbecue experience at a reasonable price point.
Additional Information:-
Address: City Square, MF-23, 3rd Floor (Inner City, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-207 2334
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
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Ho Seng Kee Wanton Mee
Our next entry channels the traditional Chinese dish, wanton noodles. The Ho Seng Kee restaurant is a simple, modestly decorated restaurant with bright lighting and ample seating arrangements. The space is a modern take on traditional Chinese restaurant style, and pays homage to its roots with Chinese diner-style tables and ornate flowers strategically placed throughout the interior.
The highlight of the menu here is, of course, their signature Wanton Noodles. The broth is made flavorful and savory, and the ingredients used are fresh.
The noodles are not overcooked, retaining their signature texture (or in other words, springiness) and the wantons are adequately filled and full of deliciousness. A definite must try if you yearn for simple Chinese food done right.
Additional Information:-
Address: Lot J6-07, Level 6 Johor Bahru City Square, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru.
Contact: 012-710 7140
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 9pm
Site: Ho Seng Kee Wanton Mee
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Food Paradise 鄉之豐味
More of a convergence of multiple food stalls than an actual restaurant, the Food Paradise is a food court where many different, local cuisine is served. The space is well decorated, with exposed brick walls and black wooden furniture, adorned by lanterns providing much needed light.
The main highlights here are the Kolo Mee, which definitely does the traditional dish justice, as well as their roasted duck. There are many options to choose from here, and there is definitely something for everyone.
A well-rounded establishment with lots to choose from, and the food here is also reasonably priced and provides great value for money because the portions are quite sizable.
Additional Information:-
Address: Lot J6-09, Level 6, City Square, 106, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 018-943 5086
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Site: Food Paradise 鄉之豐味
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Batavia Kitchen
Next up on our list, we have the Batavia Kitchen. The Batavia serves authentic Indonesian cuisine, which tastes as great as anything you would get over the strait. The interior is rather simple, with comfortable cushioned seats and wooden tables, and bright lighting.
The highlight of the menu goes to their signature Ayam Penyet, which is a dish of fried chicken smashed flat served over rice and a side of soup.
You can also opt for their Pecel Lele, which is grilled catfish with Uduk rice. If you are craving Indonesian food, this is the place to be.
Additional Information:-
Address: j2-16 level, 2, City Square, 106-108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-207 0711
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Site: Batavia Kitchen
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AK Noodles House
Designed to look like a canteen-styled eatery, the AK Noodles House is a simple restaurant for when you yearn for noodles, and lots of it. The interior is brightly lit, and there are many seats available, which means the establishment is capable of housing a large inflow of customers, of which it often sees.
With so many options to choose from, first timers are surely to feel a little overwhelmed by their huge menu. However, the highlight of the menu goes to their basic QQ Fish Ball Noodle, which is a definite classic. The fish balls are springy and have a great bite, and the noodles are cooked to perfection, The broth is clear and flavorsome, a hearty base to go along with the light noodles.
Additional Information:-
Address: Lot J2-12, Level 2, City Square Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-221 1842
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Site: AK Noodles House
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Seoul Garden
Up next on our list, we have the Seoul Garden, which is a popular nationwide chain of Korean steamboat/barbecue restaurants serving casual Korean cuisine. The Johor Bahru City Square branch is much like the others in the region, decorated in black and white and illuminated by bright lighting, with indents in every table for the grill platter and hot pots.
The menu here consists of fresh ingredients as well as soups of different flavors to dip those ingredients into. Go for their kimchi soup base, which goes well with the meats and seafood on offer.
A great place for a group of friends or family to hang out and have a fun meal together.
Additional Information:-
Address: 108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-221 8559
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 11:30am – 10:30pm
Site: Seoul Garden
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Sedap Corner
The Sedap Corner is a fusion restaurant serving local and Western cuisine. The interior is stylistically designed and well furnished. The intrinsically etched tables look fabulous with the dim lighting, and the exposed brick walls are a nice touch to the overall look.
The menu consists of various dishes from local and Western backgrounds, as well as fusions between the two. We recommend getting the Nasi Lemak, followed by a side order of Ondeh Ondeh.
The coconut rice is very well cooked, and maintains integrity without being overly soggy. The chicken is fried to crispy golden perfection, and the flesh is oozing with juice. The Ondeh Ondeh is a great dessert, being filled with gula Melaka which oozes out with each bite.
Additional Information:-
Address: J2-13, Level 2, Johor Bahru City Square Shopping Mall, 106-108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Johor.
Contact: 07-221 9182
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Site: Sedap Corner
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Miyakori Coffee
Finally, a representative for the cafe community, the Miyakori Coffee is located on one of the higher floors, and thus will be some ways further compared to the other entries on our list. The cafe is well designed, being simple yet classy.
The warm back lighting really brings about the best in the design of the place, and the cutesy aesthetic they have on their utensils and cups also brings a personal touch to everything, giving the cafe some character.
The highlight goes to their cakes, and if we need to be specific, the Matcha Lava Cake definitely deserves the spotlight. The filling is rather copious, and just oozes when you cut into it. Pair it with a good cup of coffee, preferably black, and your perfect dessert is complete.
Additional Information:-
Address: J5-19, Johor Bahru City Square, 108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor
Contact: 07-595 2608
Opening Hours: –
Site: Miyakori Coffee
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Dontaku
The Dontaku is a highly stylized, bamboo themed restaurant serving up authentic Japanese cuisine. The interior is adorned with bamboo stalks, and the walls have indents featuring various Japanese liquors. The running theme of black and red is consistent throughout, and works really well to give the restaurant its distinct aesthetic.
The menu contains various Japanese delicacies, ranging from ramen to sushi. The spotlight here shines on their ramen selection, which is freshly prepared using only the best ingredients. The soup is hearty and rich, and the noodles have a great bite to them. An authentic, wholesome meal awaits at the Dontaku.
Additional Information:-
Address: Johor Bahru City Square, MF-19, Level 3, Inner city, 108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-278 1328
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 11:30am – 10pm
Site: Dontaku
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Paik’s Pan
Paik’s Pan is a Korean restaurant situated on the third level of the Johor Bahru City Sqaure. What sets it apart from the other Korean inspired outlets here is that it serves dakgalbi, which is Korean stir fried chicken. Sounds interesting? Well read on.
They also serve pork and beef, which are equally delicious options for people who crave something other than white meat.
The main highlight here definitely goes to the Cheesy Dakgalbi, which is a cheese-lover’s dream. The entire top half of the pan will be covered with molten cheese, leaving you to dig your way through to the ingredients below. A tasty treat you will not soon forget.
Additional Information:-
Address: Lot MF08/09. Level 3 108, City Square, 106, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-665 1117
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Site: Paik’s Pan
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Tang Tea House
Last but not least, we have on our list the Tang Tea House, located on the third level of the establishment. It serves a fusion of Hong Kong and local cuisine, so you can get anything from Sambal Fried Rice to Hua Dan Ho.
Their signature is definitely the Tom Yam Soup. The broth is adequately sour and spicy, and the aroma is just tantalizing. The ingredients are fresh and go well with the soup. Have it over rice, and you have yourself a wholesome, delicious meal. A definite must-try if you haven’t already.
Additional Information:-
Address: Lot J3-10, Level 3, Johor Bahru City Square, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000, Johor Bahru, Johor.
Contact: 07-226 2462
Opening Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Site: Tang Tea House
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