Blazing high heat, cast iron woks and rice being tossed fantastically through the air. Nasi Goreng proudly holds the title of Malaysia’s favourite. With countless variations and eateries to choose from, where should you head? These are the best nasi goreng in Klang Valley!
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1. Jom Bento
Customers who dine at Jom Bento are treated like family. Here at Jom Bento, they prioritize the health of their diners. They only use the freshest ingredients and try their best to balance out every bento with tender loving care. And let me tell you, the nasi goreng popcorn chicken bento is the bomb! With crisp, juicy boneless chicken bites and a nasi goreng that has a unique depth of flavour, especially with the carrots and green onions adding that extra layer of sweetness and aroma. Alternatively, if popcorn chicken isn’t your thing, why not have your nasi goreng with ayam goreng berempah and sambal instead? Spicy, slightly sweet, and just the perfect pairing with savoury fried rice.
Address: Ground Floor, Wisma Rampai, Lot 2-G-43F, Jalan 34/26, 53300 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: Open Daily, 8:30AM – 7:00PM.
Status: Pork-Free.
2. Mohammad Chow Express
Mohammad Chow has been touted as one of the top Chinese Muslim restaurants around, and it’s certainly no surprise why. Their dishes have that classic, homemade taste to them, and yet it’s all elevated to delight your taste buds. You can get two types of fried rice here, fittingly, a Chinese version and a Malay version. The Yong Chow Fried Rice is fragrant with heavy notes of wok hei, and the Belacan Fried Rice has a deep, rich umami flavour from the fermented notes of the belacan. Definitely a highly recommended spot for hungry diners looking for a wholesome evening meal.
Address: Lot 4584, Belakang Petronas Lingkaran Karak, Jln Lingkaran Tengah 2, Gombak, 68100, Selangor
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 5:00PM – 11:00PM. Saturday – Sunday, 12:00PM – 3:00PM, 5:00PM – 11:00PM.
Status: Halal.
3. Yolo x Tag
A combination of a snack shop and a bar cafe, Yolo x Tag prides itself on its delicious eats and cosy environment. There’s a large variety in their menu, panning from Western, to Japanese, to Chinese, and more! But since this is a nasi goreng article, we’re, of course, going to talk about their nasi goreng. Though most seafood fried rice comes with your typical squid and shrimp, Yolo x Tag’s Seafood Fried Rice boasts bulbous prawns and fresh mussels. And as for the Tomyam Fried Rice, it’s got a piquant twang to it that only tomyam can achieve, and is super fragrant and aromatic. For the perfect dessert pairing, we recommend the mantou buns with condensed milk!
Address: 23-1, Jalan Vista Valley 3, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor
Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10:00AM – 10:00PM.
Status: Non-Halal.
4. Rafa Food (Selera Kelantan)
Selera Kelantan does not mess around when it comes to fried rice, touting over 14 types of fried rice in their expansive menu. Suffice to say that it can be hard to pick which one. But don’t worry, we’re here. The best fried rice from Selera Kelantan in our opinion? Surprisingly, the Nasi Goreng USA. With a slight sweet flavour from the kuah and rice, the gentleness of it pairs seriously well with the squid, prawn, and chicken. And, you get to have 3 proteins in one dish, that’s pretty good value. Alternatively, you can give the Nasi Goreng Cina a shot, it’s fluffy, and really savoury! The crunch of vegetables they add into the fried rice really elevates it, giving it a really satisfying mouthfeel and texture.
Address: Masok Food Court, 49, Jalan Raja Abdullah, Kampung Baru, 50300 Kampung Bharu, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: Open Daily, 11:00AM – 2:00AM.
Status: Pork-Free.
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5. Hawker Hall
A conglomeration of different hawker stalls and restaurants, Hawker Hall is exactly as it sounds. Run by a diverse team of locals, the hall presents mostly local food with some extra Asian representation. With so much diversity, the quality and flavour of the food do not disappoint at all, and this especially applies to the fried rice! Vegetarian friends and foodies rejoice, our pick from this listing is the Vegetarian Fried Rice, served up with lots of crunchy vegetables and satisfying slabs of fried tofu. Savoury, light on the palette, and not too greasy, it’s definitely a must-try! Meat eaters, don’t worry, there’s also a Crispy Chicken Fried Rice for you to try, and the crispy fried chicken pairs seriously well with the fried rice, done in the classic Chinese way.
Address: Menara KLK, Level G, Suite G3, Podium Block, Menara KLK, 1, Jalan PJU 7/6, 47810 Selangor
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 9:00PM.
Status: Pork-Free.
6. Soi 55 Thai Kitchen
A popular franchise known for its authentic and delectable Thai eats, Soi 55 Thai Kitchen has been taking Klang Valley by storm. Their pineapple fried rice, one of their signatures, is a sweet and salty treat served in a halved and cored-out pineapple, a fun take on presentation. The rice, tinted yellow from the spices used, is super flavourful and fatty, cut by the sweetness of the pineapples. If you’re someone who doesn’t appreciate sweetness with your savoury, we highly recommend the Chicken Fried Rice. Meaty, salty, and unctuous. The perfect bite throughout!
Address: 8, Jalan Ara SD 7/3a, Bandar Sri Damansara, 52200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: Open Daily, 12:00PM – 9:30PM.
Status: Halal.
7. Nasi Lemak Ara Kiri @ Uncle Rahmat
This mamak, known for being a great hangout spot for shisha and great eats among the area locals, boasts over 23 variations of fried rice! Our personal favourite? The Nasi Goreng Kampung of course! The salty anchovies add just the perfect bite to the plate of fried rice, supplemented by the freshwater spinach (kangkung) it’s stir-fried with. Alternatively, you can also give the Nasi Goreng Cina a try. Everybody knows that mamak-style nasi goreng cina has its own charm to it, and this dish is certainly no exception! Also, give their Bee Hoon Goreng with Telur Dadar a try, it’s super wholesome, filling, and satisfying to chow down on.
Address: 28, Lrg Ara Kiri 2, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: Open Daily, 24 Hours.
Status: Pork-Free.
8. Boran – Classic Thai Street Food
Breaking news! Boran has a new series for all you foodies out there, and it’s their all new fried rice series! They have two options, Boran’s Signature Thai Fried Rice, and the Tomyum Fried Rice. The signature comes with a side of their signature grilled pork neck, a super hot item at Boran, and the juicy unctuousness of the pork pairs really well with the glossy, savoury Thai fried rice. As for the tomyum, it comes with a side of that very same grilled pork neck. And the sour savoury notes of the tomyum fried rice cut straight through the fatty pork! Also be sure to not miss out on their signature iced milk tea, it’s the must try at this locale!
Address: 25 G, Jalan 21/11a, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening Hours: Open Daily, 10:45AM – 9:00PM.
Status: Non-Halal.
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