A Gastronomic Delight in Muar, Johor

  1. 8:00 AM: Restoran Maklong
    10 minutes walk from Muar Bus Station

    Start your day with a local breakfast at Restoran Maklong, famous for its Nasi Lemak and Roti Canai. The fluffy and crispy Roti Canai go perfectly with the spicy chicken curry gravy.

  2. 10:00 AM: Tanjung Emas Food Court
    15 minutes drive from Restoran Maklong

    Head over to Tanjung Emas Food Court, one of the best places to try Muar's local delicacies. Try Otak Otak, a fish cake wrapped in banana leaf, Oyster Omelette, and Asam Pedas, a fragrant and sour fish curry served with steamed rice or bread.

  3. 12:00 PM: Muar Famous Glutton Square
    10 minutes drive from Tanjung Emas Food Court

    Make a pit stop at Muar Famous Glutton Square, a food court that offers a variety of Chinese and Indian cuisine dishes. Don't miss out on their famous Char Kuey Tiow, a stir-fried rice noodle dish with prawns, eggs, and bean sprouts.

  4. 2:00 PM: Imam Barjo's Mee Bandung
    5 minutes drive from Muar Famous Glutton Square

    Imam Barjo's Mee Bandung is one of the must-visit spots in Muar to indulge in Mee Bandung, a spicy and sour noodle soup made with prawns and beef. The restaurant has been serving this iconic dish for over 60 years with a secret recipe that has never failed to impress its customers.

  5. 4:00 PM: Durian Stall
    7 minutes drive from Imam Barjo's Mee Bandung

    Take a break from savoury dishes and indulge in the king of fruits - Durian. Stop by any durian stall in Muar and sample the creamy and pungent fruit.

  6. 5:00 PM: Hi-Tea at Seri Tanjung Cafe
    5 minutes drive from Durian Stall

    Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea or indulge in some cakes and pastries at Seri Tanjung Cafe. The cafe has a cosy ambience and serves a variety of light snacks. Try their durian cake and cendol, a refreshing dessert made from shaved ice and palm sugar.

  7. 7:00 PM: Dinner at Restoran Sin Kee
    10 minutes drive from Seri Tanjung Cafe

    End your day with a hearty dinner at Restoran Sin Kee, famous for its Chinese-style seafood dishes. Their signature dish is the Butter Prawn, a deliciously rich and creamy prawn dish coated with a fragrant and savoury butter sauce.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Restoran Maklong (1 hour, 10 MYR)
  • Tanjung Emas Food Court (2 hours, 20 MYR)
  • Muar Famous Glutton Square (1 hour, 15 MYR)
  • Imam Barjo's Mee Bandung (1 hour, 10 MYR)
  • Durian Stall (1 hour, 30 MYR)
  • Seri Tanjung Cafe (1 hour, 20 MYR)
  • Restoran Sin Kee (1 hour, 60 MYR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 165 MYR

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can visit Muar's colonial buildings such as the Sultan Abu Bakar Building and Masjid Jamek Sultan Ibrahim. You can also explore Muar's countryside and visit the Parit Jawa Fishing Village. If you have less time, you can skip one of the food stops or choose to have a takeaway instead of dining in. Don't forget to bring extra cash as some places only accept cash payments. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes as the weather can be warm and humid and you will be doing a lot of walking and eating.

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