Anyone who is familiar with the Baba Nyonya culture will know that their food mirrors their lifestyle. The dishes are not easy to cook and it can take a ridiculous amount of time to make that perfect sambal.
There's a saying that if you come to Malacca without trying the local authentic Nyonya cuisine, then you haven't really come to Malacca at all. In this article we will share the top 5 Nyonya restaurants you can find in Malacca.
1. Restoran Nyonya Makko
This restaurant, which is beautifully decorated to look like an authentic Nyonya house inside and out, has been around for quite some time and is loved by both locals and tourists.
Their prices range from RM12 to RM50 per dish, and are the perfect mixture of sweet and spicy. Their most popular dishes are the Ikan Asam and Pongteh. They also serve a delicious cendol as an after meal treat.
Location: 123, Jalan Merdeka, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia Contact Number: +606 – 284 0737 Opening Hours: Daily: 11:30am – 2:30pm & 6:00pm – 9:15pm Closed on: Tuesday
2. Nancy’s Kitchen
Nancy’s Kitchen is a little difficult to find if you are a tourist, but any local can easily show you how to get there. It is a pretty popular place so you may end up waiting in line for a while or even sharing a table with strangers.
Their dishes range in price from RM6 to RM35 and tend to be on the spicier side. Their most popular dishes are the sweet and sour fish and the buah keluak ayam, and you can purchase cendol or kueh for dessert.
Location: 13, 13-1, 13-2, Jalan KL 3/8, Taman Kota Laksamana, Seksyen 3, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia. Contact Number: +606 – 283 6099 / +6013 – 618 3608 Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday: 11:00am – 5:00pm Friday to Saturday & Public Holidays: 11:00am – 9:00pm Closed on: Tuesday
3. Amy Heritage Nyonya Cuisine
This authentic and traditional Nyonya restaurant is owned and ran by a sweet woman, Amy, who takes pride in her cooking. Her and her team work hard to make every dish perfect, which can lead to a longer than normal wait time.
However, their food is highly recommended by locals and tourists alike. Their dishes range in price from RM12 to RM30. Their most popular dishes are the Ikan Cili Garam and the Kangkung Kobis Keledek Masak Titik Lemak.
The Ikan Cili Garam is a lightly seasoned fish that is deep fried and then topped with fresh chili paste, while the Kangkung Kobis Keledek Masak Titik Lemak is an original dish that is only found at Amy’s.
Location: 75, Jalan Melaka Raya 24, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000, Melaka, Melaka Contact Number: +606 – 286 8819 Opening Hours: Daily: 11:30am – 2:30pm & 6:00pm – 10:00pm Closed on: Monday
4. Kocik Kitchen
Kocik Kitchen is Halal and is cozy and has a homey feeling to it. They use old and truly authentic family recipes that have been handed down from one generation to the next.
There is less of wait here as it is more of a local spot than a tourist attraction, which also means their prices are affordable; their dishes are between RM8 and RM30.
Their most popular dishes are their otak-otak, which comes as either hard or soft, and their large selection of kuehs.
Location: 100, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia Contact Number: +6012 – 377 4732 / +6016 – 929 6605 Opening Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 11:00am – 6:30pm Friday, Saturday to Sunday: 11:00am – 10:00pm Sunday: 11:00am – 7:30pm Closed on: Wednesday
5. Seri Nyonya Peranakan Restaurant
This restaurant is inside a 5-star hotel and is an upper-class restaurant that is beautifully decorated. The prices are a little steeper here, ranging from RM15 to RM50.
They are strictly Nyonya and are not mixed with any other styles, so those seeking real Nyonya food should be happy here.
Their most popular dishes are Ayam Pongteh, Ikan Goreng Cili Garam, Ikan Gerang Asam, Ayam Buah Keluak and the dishes are served either a la carte or Nyonyan steamboat style. Their signature drink is Asam Boi and is a must try.
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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