Up for a challenge? Let’s turn up the heat and sweat it out with 10 MOST spicy food in KL and PJ that’s sure to challenge even the bravest of foodies. Beware! From fiery curries to tongue-tingling mala delights, brace yourself for all the hottest meals, perfect for daredevils. Sizzz, it’s about to get hot in here!
10 Most Spicy Food In KL & PJ
1. TANYU @ Pavilion KL
Specialising in Chongqing grilled fish ranging from mala, sourish spicy to savoury, dining at TANYU will definitely set your spice cravings ablaze! Well-known for their signature Grilled Fish with Fresh Green Pepper, you can make it even more spicy upon request too. So, spice it up to the max and enjoy the burn.
TANYU @ Pavilion KL
Address: Lot 7.01.02, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, 168, Jln Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (11.30 am – 10 pm)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
2. Luckypot SS2
With many Malaysians raving about their fiery Hunan cuisine, Luckypot in SS2 is our next most spicy food spot that’s calling your name. With wide ranging varieties of aromatic dishes like the Cumin Lamb, Szechuan Grilled Fish, Spicy Pork Slices and Hunan Chicken Pot, get ready to sweat it out, spice enthusiasts!
Luckypot SS2
Address: 185, Jalan SS 2/24, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 – 3 pm, 5 – 10 pm)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Facebook
3. Feng Wang Fu Hotpot @ Fahrenheit
Always had a strong love for mala? Feng Wang Fu will put your mala mastery to the test. Served in a huge pot that’s packed to the brim with LOTS of red chilli peppers, you can bet that it’s extra piping hot and spicy to bring on the heat for a mouth numbing sensation. Pair it together with some best-selling side dishes like the Pork Belly, Handmade Noodles, Fried Fish Skin, Veggies and Dumplings for a super fireee hotpot meal!
Feng Wang Fu Hotpot @ Fahrenheit
Address: Jln Bukit Bintang, C1213-G, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 pm – 4 am)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
4. Super Kitchen Chilli Pan Mee SS2
Earning its fame for their Signature Chilli Pan Mee, let’s satisfy all our spice cravings next at Super Kitchen Chilli Pan Mee! Topped with crunchy ikan bilis, minced pork and a perfectly poached egg, let you taste buds soar to life as you spice it up like never before with level 100% spice inducing chilli flakes coated on tender hand-pulled noodles. P.S: You can even add 3 to 5 more spoonfuls of the spicy chilli flakes if you’re feeling extra bold.
Super Kitchen Chilli Pan Mee SS2
Address: 42, Jalan SS 2/10, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (9 am – 10 pm)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
5. Nong Geng Ji @ TRX
Highly popular in Southeast Asia, Nong Geng Ji is another extremely hot and spicy restaurant that will steal your heart! Their Stir Fried Pork with Abalone & Chilli, Stir-fried Beef with Chilli, Signature Chilli Grass Fish Fillet, Tea Oil Stir-Fried Chilli Kampung Chicken and lots more are well worth the long queue.
Nong Geng Ji @ TRX
Address: Lot C.91.0 & C.92.0, Level C, The Exchange TRX Mall, Persiaran TRX, Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (11 am – 10 pm)
Status: Non-halal
Link (s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
6. Restoran Rose
Craving for some deliciously spicy Nasi Padang? Restoran Rose will become your new favourite spot to spice it up! Don’t forget to try their Rendang Jering, Satay Minang, Lontong and Mee Goreng Acheh along with your Nasi Padang. Wah, pedasnya!
Restoran Rose
Address: 49a, Jln Raja Alang, Kampung Baru, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (6.30 am – 11 pm)
Status: Muslim-owned
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
7. Big Leaf BLR
Rain or shine, Big Leaf BLR always promises to serve up a spicy storm with their crowd favourite banana leaf rice! The juicy marinated sambal squid here that’s oh-so blazing hot has everyone begging for more. Bursting with spice and flavours, you must try their curry prawns, fish and saucy beef curries too.
Big Leaf BLR
Address: 600-GF, Jalan 17/12, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (11 am – 10 pm)
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
8. Hotbird Damansara Uptown
Let’s get crunchin’ and muchin’ on the spiciest fried chicken at Hot Bird! Famed for their Nashville-style spicy fried chicken that comes in six crave-worthy spice levels, we dare you to sink your teeth into the spiciest Reaper and Burn Baby Burn flavours. Beware though it’ll legit make you sizzle and feel the burn!
Hotbird Damansara Uptown
Address: 83 Ground Floor, Jalan SS 21/1a, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (12 – 9.30 pm)
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
9. Thong Bowl Sri Petaling
Winning an award for “The Biggest Bowl of Beef Noodles” in Malaysia’s Book of Records, Thong Bowl in Sri Petaling is the coolest spot for Instagrammable mega-sized Spicy Wagyu Beef Boat Noodles and Thai Milk Tea. The spice levels of noods here are completely customisable too, so you can go all out. It’s definitely one for the Gram!
Thong Bowl Sri Petaling
Address: 9-G, Jalan Radin Bagus, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (11.30 am – 10.30 pm)
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
10. Little Rara Chow Kit
With comments on Google Reviews like “tom yum makes your brain boil” and “a spicy whole mouth burn,” it’s obvious that Little Rara Chow Kit is only for those with a penchant for extreme spice as it’s almost too hot to handle! Go on and set your palate on fire with favourites like the Tom Yam Talay Noodles, Tom Yam Seafood, Daging Bakar Thai, Pad Kra Praw Chicken and Volcano Beef Cheese. Ahh memang pedas gila!
Little Rara Chow Kit
Address: 333, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Chow Kit, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (4 – 11 pm), Saturday (12.30 – 11 pm), Closed on Sundays
Status: Pork-free
Link (s): Facebook | Instagram
Oohh Can You Handle The Heat?
Spice it up daredevils! Let’s sweat, savour and conquer the ultimate spice challenge together. Get ready to ignite your taste buds and enjoy the burn!
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