You’re cruising down a winding road, windows rolled down, the warm breeze ruffles your hair as a delightful aroma suddenly fills the air. Your senses awaken in excitement as you stumble upon a hidden stall tucked away just by the roadside, serving the most flavourful nasi lemak. Join us on a delicious feast as we unravel where the best roadside stalls for nasi lemak lies. Aromatic coconut rice, crispy anchovies and spicy sambal await!
17 Nasi Lemak Stalls In KL & PJ We Secretly Don’t Want You To Know About
1. Nasi Lemak Tanglin TTDI
Cheers! Let’s have a round of applause for Nasi Lemak Tanglin TTDI! Serving authentic nasi lemak with generous portions of sambal sotong, ayam masak merah, paru goreng and anchovies, prepare to pamper your taste buds here with an all-rounded spice champion! P.S: Nasi Lemak Tanglin TTDI has a food-truck concept and is only open for take-aways.
Nasi Lemak Tanglin TTDI
Address: No. 25, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 3, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (6.30 am – 10 am)
Status: Halal-certified
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
2. Nasi Lemak Alor Corner
We take full responsibility for our obsession with Nasi Lemak Alor Corner! Running their stall ever since 1980, there’s over 20 traditional Malay dishes that have been passed down from four generations here. With the perfect amount of spiciness in their sambal, huge portions of fragrant coconut-milk infused rice and juicy fried chicken, nasi lemak here definitely hits the spot!
Nasi Lemak Alor Corner
Address: Changkat Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (8 am – 11.30 am), Closed on Mondays
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
3. Nasi Lemak Kak Chuk
As a well-loved spot for many, Nasi Lemak Kak Chuk is bound to become your new personal favourite! Selling nasi lemak for more than 50 years, you’ll definitely satisfy all your nasi lemak cravings with their famous chicken rendang, sambal sotong, beef rendang and santan rice. It’s an explosion of flavours in every bite!
Nasi Lemak Kak Chuk
Address: 1, Jalan Daud, Kampung Baru, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Saturday (6.30 am – 11 am, 5.30 pm – 10 pm), Sunday (6.30 am – 11 am), Closed on Mondays
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
4. Nasi Lemak Angah
Who knew pandan was the secret to cooking up tasty nasi lemak? We did! Famed for their banana leaf-wrapped and pandan infused rice with fiery sambal, Nasi Lemak Angah is where you should go next with all your makan buddies! Their side dishes of spicy tomato chicken sambal, chili beef lung and sambal kerang will certainly have you longing for more.
Nasi Lemak Angah
Address: Pasar Batu 2 1/2 Ipoh, Jln Sultan Azlan Shah, Sentul, 51200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday (9 am – 2 pm), Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
Status: Halal-certified
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
5. Nasi Lemak Beratur Maluri
Calling all night owls! If you’re the type to love burning the midnight oil, Nasi Lemak Beratur Maluri is perfect for you. Operating for over 25 years, this stall is unique as it only opens from 3 am to 5 am. Head on here for some spicy sambal sotong, chicken rendang and fried chicken that’s served with a generous portion of santan rice to truly hype up your night.
Nasi Lemak Beratur Maluri
Address: 211, Jalan Perkasa 1, Maluri, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Saturday (3 am – 5 am), Closed on Sundays and Mondays
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook
6. Big Tree Head Mamak
Any true Kepong resident will surely tell you that Big Tree Head Mamak has the best nasi lemak in town! Their mouthwatering nasi lemak with golden well done eggs, whole fried chicken leg and savoury sambal is adored by many and comes strongly recommended.
Big Tree Head Mamak
Address: Persiaran Mergastua, Kepong Baru, 52100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (2.30 pm – 2 am)
Status: Halal-certified
Link (s): Facebook
7. Akka Nasi Lemak
Spice lovers put your hands up! With super spicy options, we’re heading to the amazing Akka Nasi Lemak next. Serving their best-selling fried chicken (recommended), masak merah chicken, soy sauce petai chicken, curry chicken, sambal prawns, and stir-fried sambal petai anchovies over pandan rice, fire it up to the next level by adding more of their spicy sambal!
Akka Nasi Lemak
Address: Kiosk No, 17 & 18, Jalan PUJ 3/10, Puncak Jalil, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (8 am – 3 pm)
Status: Pork-free & alcohol-free
Link (s): Facebook
8. Nasi Lemak RM 1
Wow, it’s only RM 1?! What a steal… Yes, you heard that right thrifty spenders! Come on over to this RM 1 Nasi Lemak stall in Kepong for some seriously satisfying traditional nasi lemak. Their aromatic sambal will make you soar with renewed energy and zest for life.
Nasi Lemak RM 1
Address: Jalan Metro Perdana Barat 5, Off Jalan Kepong, 52100, Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday (5 pm – 10 pm), Closed on Fridays to Sundays
Status: Muslim-owned
9. Nasi Lemak Goreng Chef Fauzey
Have you ever tried fried nasi lemak before? Come on and surprise yourself with Chef Fauzey’s delectable creation. With a twist, nasi lemak here is first steamed with rich coconut milk and is then wok-fried to perfection with sizzling sambal. Paired with fried prawns and chicken, it’s Heaven in every spoonful!
Nasi Lemak Goreng Chef Fauzey
Address: Jalan Sentosa 3/57, Pj Old Town, 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday (6 – 10 pm), Wednesday (6 – 10.30 pm), Closed on Sundays
Status: Halal-certified
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
10. Nasi Lemak Bumbung
Hidden in a deep alleyway of an old corner coffee shop lot, Nasi Lemak Bumbung is not to be missed when you’re in PJ! Serving nasi lemak with thick heart-warming sambal, sunny side up eggs and juicy fried chicken, you’re definitely in for a treat. Their house special Indomee goreng is also another hot-selling dish over here. 
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Nasi Lemak Bumbung
Address: 6, Jalan 21/11b, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (4 pm – 12 am)
Status: Halal-certified
Link (s): Facebook
11. Nasi Lemak by Bam Bob
Being open only in the mornings, why not kick-start your day right with a nasi lemak breakfast at Bam Bob? With one of the tastiest chicken rendang, sambal chicken lung and fried chicken, Bam Bob has our hearts!
Nasi Lemak by Bam Bob
Address: 23, Jalan Setia Indah X U13/X, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor
Operating Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday (7 am – 9.30 am), Thursday (7 am – 11 am), Friday to Sunday (7 am – 8.30 am), Closed on Mondays
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
12. Nasi Lemak Cik Sal
It’s spicy. It’s creamy. It’s the best nasi lemak in PJ! Nasi lemak at Cik Sal’s is solid and enjoyable with an array of sambal sotong, rendang kerang, ayam sambal and fried chicken choices to really enliven your feasting.
Nasi Lemak Cik Sal
Address: 9, Jalan PJS 6/2, Kampung Lindungan, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Friday to Wednesday (6.30 am – 11 am), Closed on Thursdays
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook
13. Suri Nasi Lemak Panas 223
As a popular go-to hangout spot for many Malaysians, Suri Nasi Lemak Panas 223 is indeed a crowd pleaser! The nasi lemak ayam merah here is still going strong with its crunchy fried chicken and spicy sambal that packs a punch. Sedap betul!
Suri Nasi Lemak Panas 223
Address: No 2, Jalan 51a/223, Seksyen 51a, 46100 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (7 am – 1 am)
Status: Muslim-friendly
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
14. Nasi Lemak Peel Road
Craving for some nasi lemak with an exotic edge? Follow us to Nasi Lemak Peel Road now for a wild boar nasi lemak feast! We recommend pairing up your wild boar curry with some sambal sotong, curry mutton and fried chicken for a true nasi lemak meal to remember!
Nasi Lemak Peel Road
Address: 92, Jalan Peel, Maluri, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Friday to Wednesday (11 am – 8 pm), Closed on Thursdays
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook
15. Zul Jalan Imbi
If you love friendly and fast service, you definitely gotta check out the nasi lemak at Zul Jalan Imbi next! Zul’s nasi lemak is pretty fast-selling, especially during the weekends thanks to the very spicy sambal and fresh santan rice, yum. The rendang cockles here are a must-try too.
Zul Jalan Imbi
Address: 124, Jln Imbi, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (6 am – 12.30 pm)
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook
16. Hing Hup Hup Nasi Lemak
In the mood for some Chinese style nasi lemak? Whether you prefer mutton, wild boar or crisp fried chicken, you’ll be sure to find the ideal match for all your nasi lemak hunger pangs at Hing Hup Hup Nasi Lemak.
Hing Hup Hup Nasi Lemak
Address: 2, Jalan Perdana 4/3, Pandan Perdana, 55300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (6 pm – 12 am)
Status: Non-halal
17. Jalan Sentul Chinese Nasi Lemak
To wrap up our list, here’s another Chinese style nasi lemak spot that serves many exciting and unconventional dishes. Offering pork rib curry, sambal sotong, spicy prawns, petai and more, Jalan Sentul Chinese Nasi Lemak is our last hidden gem!
Jalan Sentul Chinese Nasi Lemak
Address: 1062-1064, Jln Sentul, Taman Kosmo Jaya, 51100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (4.30 pm – 7.45 pm), Closed on Sundays
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook
Selamat Makan! Which Spot Will Be The First On Your List?
With a harmonious blend of flavours, nasi lemak has always been a testament to Malaysia’s diverse culture and vibrant history. So, as you’re savouring your nasi lemak by the roadside, remember that with each spoonful you’re experiencing a taste of Malaysia’s pride, heartfelt stories and soul.
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