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11 Things To Order The Next Time You're Really Hungry In Kota Damansara

Use this guide to know what's good where!

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1. Mongolian Chicken @ Restoran Jom Cari Makan (halal)

This unique dish is similar to creamy butter chicken, but a mix of spices and pepper are added to the sauce to give a kick to this decadent dish. Have it with some white rice, and you’re good to go!

Address: 33-1 & 33-2, Jalan PJU 5/12, Dataran Sunway

Opening hours: 10am - 11pm (daily)

Contact: +603 6140 8262

More info on: Facebook

2. Salted Egg Prawn Pasta @ Rimba & Rusa (halal)

For something truly indulgent, check out Rimba & Rusa’s take on salted egg pasta, served with tiger prawns cooked in a creamy and spicy sauce.

Address: Ground Floor, Sunway Nexis

Opening hours:
12 - 10pm (Mondays - Thursdays)
9am - 10pm (Saturdays - Sundays)
Closed on Fridays

Contact: +603 6151 4022

More info: Facebook | Instagram

3. Nasi Lemak Ayam Berempah @ Ai (halal)

Any time is a good time for Nasi Lemak! This classic dish, complete with fragrant rice and crunchy fried chicken, is made even yummier with their generous serving of spicy sambal.

Address: Jalan Camar 4/5

Opening hours: 7am - 12am (daily)

Contact: +603 6158 1612

More info on: Facebook

4.Bakso Nuggets @ Rakshee (halal)

This popular bakso joint is known for their steaming bowls of broth noodles. For something truly unique, order up the Bakso Nuggets. The crumbed meatballs, served with chili and cheese sauce, are so good you won’t be able to stop at just one.

Address:
No. 112, Jalan Damai & Jalan Ampang, The Strand

Opening hours: 9am - 11.45pm (daily)

Contact: +6012 247 4673

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

5. Signature Kacang Pool @ Guantanamo (halal)

Craving for some classic Johorean eats? Enjoy a comforting bowl of the Signature Kacang Pool at Guantanamo, which comes with the iconic thick toasts too!

Address: 27, Jalan 5/4 Dataran Sunway

Opening hours: 10am - 11.30pm (daily)

Contact: +603 6151 5010

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

6. Beef Tendon Kuey Teow @ Makan Time (pork-free)

This old-school casual café serves up some delectable comfort foods. The Beef Tendon Kuey Teow is especially delicious. The dry-style noodles, cooked in soy sauce with flavourful bits of beef tendon, is served with a hearty bowl of hot soup.

Address:
G-63A-G, Block G, Jalan Teknologi 3/9

Opening hours: 
8am - 4.30pm (Mondays - Saturdays)
Closed on Sundays

Contact: +6011 1191 9218

More info on: Facebook

7. Siew Yoke Nasi Lemak @ Crack Pork (non-halal)

Nasi lemak bungkus just got a delicious porky upgrade! Pair your piping hot rice and fiery sambal with a side of tender and flavourful siew yoke.

NOTE: Siew yoke nasi lemak is only available on weekends.  

Address: 59G Jalan PJU 5/21 The Strand

Opening hours:
11am - 5pm (Sundays - Fridays)
11am - 5pm, 6pm - 9.30pm (Saturdays)
Closed on Tuesdays

Contact: +6012 207 3994

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

8. Ice Cream Sandwich @ CookieNation (halal)

What’s better than ice cream served up between two crunchy yet chewy cookies? Pick your favourite flavours – both for the ice cream and the cookies – and enjoy this simple yet satisfying snack.

Address: D-G-13, Sunway Nexis

Opening hours: 12pm - 11pm (daily)

Contact: +603 6143 1248

More info on: Facebook Instagram

9. Sizzling Peanut Butter Brownie @ 3 Bags Full (pork-free)

Satisfy your sweet-tooth cravings with this deliciously fudgy brownie, served on a sizzle pan with vanilla ice cream and peanut butter sauce for the ultimate cheat-day treat. 

Address: 38A-1, Jalan PJU 5/10, Dataran Sunway

Opening hours: 11.30am - 11.30pm (daily)

Contact: +603 6150 2831

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

10. Honey Toast Stacks @ Dreamz Bakery (pork-free)

The Honey Toast towers here are a must-try! The fluffy toasts are topped with your choice of homemade ice cream, from chocolate to Earl Grey to lychee rose.

Address: No. 32, 1st Floor, The Strand

Opening hours:
12pm - 10pm (Sundays - Thursdays)
12pm - 11pm (Fridays - Saturdays)

Contact: +6012 200 3441

More info on: Facebook | Instagram

11. Banh Flan @ Pho Le Saigon Restaurant (non-halal)

This pho house is known for more than just their soul-soothing noodles. The desserts here are not to be missed as well! The Bahn Flan is a fun twist to traditional crème caramel, served up with a fragrant coffee sauce for a truly unique flavour.

Address: 46, Jalan PJU 5/10, Dataran Sunway

Opening hours: 10.30am - 10.30pm (daily)

Contact: +6016 558 4603

More info on: Facebook

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