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This Steamboat Restaurant In Johor Matchmakes You With Other Diners So You Don't Eat Alone

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Dining alone can be awkward, especially if you hate dealing with weird stares from strangers or sharing tables at busy hawker centres

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If you're someone who hates dining alone, we've got good news for you.

A restaurant just opened in Johor that matchmakes customers with other diners so they won't have to eat alone.

Located in Kulai, Johor, Xing Fu Xiao Guo is the first steamboat restaurant in Malaysia to offer matchmaking services to its customers.

Here's how it works:

First, find a seat in the restaurant and order a meal

Once you're ready, knock twice and press a button to open the border, which will then unveil your fellow dining partner!

You can find more details on Xing Fu Xiao Guo below:

Address:
62 and 63, Jalan Kenanga 29/5, Indahpura 81000, Johor

Opening hours:
Sunday to Thursday (12pm - 11pm) 
Friday to Saturday (12pm - 1am)

On the other hand, if you prefer to eat alone, this Japanese restaurant knows your heart:

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