DURIAN
PUFF
A fluffy pastry filled with
velvety and fresh durian cream, durian puff is another unique
Malaccan dessert that’s very popular amongst fans of Southeast
Asia’s ‘king of fruits’. This delicacy is priced at only
RM1.50, making it one of the cheapest treats to enjoy after a
day of exploring Jonker Street’s antiquated shophouses and
century-old temples. Served straight from the refrigerator, it
is also compulsory to pop the whole durian puff into your
mouth as biting it in half will definitely cause a messy
spillage onto your clothes. For authentic durian puffs and
ice-cream, Taste Better Stall in Jonker Street is one of our
definite must-visits.
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Opening Hours: Daily 10:30 – 17:30
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Address: Jalan Hang Lekir, Jonker Street
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Tel: +6012 862 5272
- BEST RESTAURANT
HARD
ROCK CAFE
For
years, Hard Rock Cafe has been the brand name that brings
together awesome live music and great American favourites such
as cheeseburgers and fries. Continuing the tradition is Hard
Rock Cafe Malacca, and by the looks of it, this 9,000sqft
double-storey building is on its way of turning into one of
the hottest spots to hit in this once-sleepy UNESCO World
Heritage City. Situated idyllically by the Malacca River, the
cafe often sees a line of eager diners and music enthusiasts
queuing by the entrance, so we advise you to arrive before
21:00 to if you’re planning to catch the live band while
enjoying your dinner. Opened in January 2013, Hard Rock Cafe
Malacca has a similar layout to the rest of the chain’s
outlets all across the world – outdoor and indoor seating
areas, together with a live stage, a bar, and the iconic Rock
Shop selling Hard Rock Cafe Malacca memorabilia. Bringing
distinctive Malacca flavour to the decor is the Straits
Malacca-inspired patterned floor, with walls decorated with
music memorabilia such as Bruce Springsteen’s signed guitar
and Prince’s white dinner jacket. If live music is the reason
why you’re thinking of visiting Hard Rock Cafe Malacca, you
will not be disappointed. Entertaining guests from 22:00
onwards, the Hard Rock Cafe Malacca live band is engaging,
playing crowd-favourite rock and roll hits, with a little pop
and blues in between. Keep on the lookout for song requests –
voice out your favourite songs to the band, and who knows, it
might get played next!
- Opening
Hours: 11 am - 1 am (everyday)
- Address:
28, Lorong Hang Jebat 75200 Melaka
- Tel:
+606 292 5188
CAPITOL
SATAY CELOP
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A
well-frequented satay celup restaurant and also one of the
cheapest eateries in Malacca City, Capitol is always
packed with famished diners so make sure to head there
early to avoid a long queue. It offers more than four and
a half rows of food, consisting over 80 types of skewered
seafood and vegetables, like chicken, cockles, abalones,
fish balls, cuttlefish, and mushrooms, to vegetables,
quail's eggs, shrimps, and fried bean curds.
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Opening Hours: 4 pm - 1 am (Tuesday
till Sunday) closed (Monday)
- Address:
41, Lorong Bukit Cina, Bandar Hilir 75100 Melaka
- Tel:
+606 283 5503
- BEST BREAKFAST
KEDAI
KOPI CHUNG WAH
If
you fancy starting your day the same as the locals do, head
over to Kedai Kopi Chung Wah for a plate of freshly-made
chicken rice balls. One of Malacca’s more unique dishes,
chicken rice balls not only provide you with all the protein
that you need to kick start your morning off, but the dish is
also substantial enough to last you the whole day! A word of
caution though: the queue for this chicken rice goodness might
be long, as Chung Wah is immensely popular, so get there early
to bag a seat.
Opening Hours: Daily 07:30 – 15:00
Address:
18, Jalan Hang Jebat, Malacca
Tel:
+606 286 0121
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MODS
CAFE
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You
can smell the aroma of coffee from a long way away when
you’re walking towards Mods Cafe, and upon stepping
inside, you’ll notice an eye-catching vintage Volkswagen
camper van posing as its coffee work station. The rest of
the decor follows the same 60s – 70s suit, with vinyl
records on the wall and music from the glorious era, and
while a cuppa is slightly more expensive compared to other
Jonker cafes, it is certainly worth the price, as Mods
owners painstakingly roast their own beans and are
adventurous enough to serve exotic blends to customers
each day. Never mind the art, we’re thankful enough that
people are brewing quality coffee early in the morning!
Pair it up with their homemade food such as bruschetta and
cheese cakes, and you’re good to go!
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Opening Hours: 10:00 – 18:00
daily except Wednesdays
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Address: 14, Jalan Tokong,
Malacca
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Tel:
+6012 756 444