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How we read reviews →Cheltenham's authentic Malaysian gem with legendary laksa, BYO wine, and a chef cooking since 16.
An unassuming strip-shop exterior hides a warm, buzzing dining room where locals pack every table on Friday nights. The atmosphere is unpretentious and family-friendly, with an inviting energy from owner Lily and her team that keeps regulars returning for decades.
BYO wine (also fully licensed). Chef Johnny has been cooking since age 16 and prepares everything from scratch. Hainanese chicken rice is available Sundays only. Multiple culinary awards displayed on the walls. Extensive vegetarian menu. Takeaway and delivery via Uber Eats available.
Chef Johnny cooks authentic Malaysian and Chinese-Malaysian dishes from his heritage. Dishes like Hainanese chicken rice, banana fritters in light roadside-stall-style batter, and char kwey teow draw direct comparisons to Malaysian home cooking and market stalls from expat diners.
Outstandingly priced for the quality. meals are consistently described as very reasonable, with generous portions and authentic flavours that compete with restaurants charging considerably more.
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