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12 Awesome Dishes To Try The Next Time You’re In Port Dickson

Seafood, cendol and moreeeee! :D

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1. Lamb Char Kuey Teow @ King's Char Kuey Teow (halal)

This popular place is known for their next-level char kuey teow, serving the basah-style noodles with such sides as grilled chicken and squid, but the lamb remains the crowd-favourite option.

Address: Lot 402, 4, Jalan Pantai, Si Rusa

Opening hours:
12pm - 3.30pm, 4pm - 3.30am (Tuesdays)
4pm - 3.30am (Wednesdays - Sundays)
Closed on Mondays

Contact: +6017 633 3644

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

2. Nasi Kukus Ayam Panggang @ Cowboy Place (halal)

Comfort food at its best! Their chicken, baked to perfection, is what sets their nasi kukus apart. Some cili kicap completes the simple yet satisfying dish.

Address:
Lot 2755, Batu 9 Mukim, 1/4, Jalan Pantai, Taman Orkid

Opening hours: 9am - 9.30pm (daily)

Contact: +6013 308 8675

More info on: Facebook

3. Fish Head Curry @ Deen's Fish Head Curry (halal)

Who's up for some kari kepala ikan? Deen's famous Fish Head Curry is a must when you're in Port Dickson. Be sure to check it out!

Address: Jalan Dato' K. Pathmanaban, Bandar Port Dickson

Opening hours: 6.30am - 6pm (daiy)

Contact: +609 662 6225

4. Salted Egg Crab @ Restoran Pantai Ria (halal)

For something decadent, head right on over to Restoran Pantai Ria to try their stellar Salted Egg Crabs!

Address:  Lot 3/223 Wisma Lim Chong Hai, 7 1/2 Miles, Jalan Pantai

Opening hours: 8am - 2am (daily)

Contact: +606 662 5122

5. Seafood Tom Yam @ Embok Village Steamboat (halal)

This tom yam is as yummy as it is pretty. Served in a coconut bowl, this flavouful seafood-stuffed tom yam is perfect for true fans of Thai food.

Address:  Jalan Pantai Batu 2 1/2 

Opening hours: 6pm - 12am (daily)

Contact: +6019 212 7919

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

6. Meatballs Fried Rice @ MHR Burger's (halal)

This Asian-Western fusion platter features fried rice with some pretty unusual sides: meatballs, baked beans, and coleslaw. This is as comforting as it gets!

Address: Bandar Baru Sunggala

Opening hours:
4.30pm - 12.30am (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Wednesdays

Contact: +6018 287 7885

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

7. Pineapple Fried Rice @ Double Queue (pork-free)

Load up on this Thai classic at Double Queue! Their signature Pineapple Fried Rice goes especially well with some Chicken Green Curry for some added flavours.

Address: 4-G-18, Persiaran Waterfront

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm

Contact: +606 646 3139

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

8. Stuffed Crab @ Gim Men Teppanyaki (non-halal)

You need to try these delicious stuffed crabs at least once! The crab meat is topped with sambal and mayo for a truly unique flavour.

Address: No.103, Kampung Arab

Opening hours:
11am - 2.30pm, 5.30pm - 10.30pm ( Thursdays - Sundays)
Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays

Contact: +606 647 4271

More info on: Facebook

9. Pork Ribs Curry Bun @ Lucky King Bun (non-halal)

Lovers of pork ribs will not want to miss out on this hearty bread bowl, stuffed with curry pork ribs that is sure to wow.

Address:
 No. 4366, Taman Aman, Jalan Bandar Lukut

Opening hours: 11.30am - 10pm (daily)

Contact: +606 651 2392

More info on: Facebook 

10. Bak Kut Teh @ Ah Cui Bak Kut Teh (non-halal)

Make room for some soul-soothing Claypot Bak Kut Teh! Add on some cakoi and enoki mushrooms and you’re in for a truly satisfying meal.

Address:
 No. 24 Jalan Pasar Besar Lukut

Opening hours:
8.30am - 2.30pm, 5pm - 8.30pm (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Tuesdays.

Contact: +6013-378 2172

More info on: Facebook

11. Cendol Bakar @ Original Cendol Bakar (halal)

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A sunny day in Port Dickson isn’t complete with some ice cold cendol! Try Cendol Bakar’s interesting version, where the gula melaka is baked for a richer flavour. You can choose to add some durian puree to your bowl too!

Address: Kampung Teluk Kemang, Port Dickson

Opening hours: 10am - 7pm (daily)

More info on: Facebook

12. Pisang Goreng Cheese Milo @ Pisang Addict (halal)

These piping hot crispy banana fritters, generously topped with grated cheese and Milo, are well worth the calories.

Address: Restoran Rezeky (Berhadapan Pantai Cahaya Negeri), Batu 4, Jalan Pantai, Si Rusa

Opening hours:
1pm - 7pm (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Fridays

Contact: +6011 1188 0373

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

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