Puchong is infamous for its traffic congestion. It is unfortunately unavoidable, given how the growing town is smack in the centre of major urban centres like Subang, Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur.
That said, Puchong has also garnered something of a positive reputation. This reputation is coming from the fact that Puchong is a foodie haven. Restaurants and eateries of all types can be found in abundance here.
So, the next time you are stuck in Puchong, why not hop over to one of these restaurants to fill your belly? We have a list of nine spots worth checking out to make things easier for you. Which one do you think you’ll try first?
Pork & Dim Sum
- Restoran 8 Road
Image Credit: Julie Pan on Google Review (Left), Derick Wong on Google Review (Right)
It is easy to tell just how popular a restaurant is by seeing if customers are willing to line up on the sidewalk. This Chinese restaurant is famous for its generous portions, with its sweet and sour pork being most talked about.
Before rushing to eat here though, be aware that on weekends, you likely need to wait for a table. The queue can last up to half an hour during peak hours, so be prepared for that possibility.
- Foo Hing Dim Sum
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Of all the dim sum shops in Puchong, this one is famous for its golden Portuguese egg tarts. Crispy on the top and creamy on the inside, people tend to buy these little goodies in large batches.
Like 8 Road, Foo Hing is so popular that diners are just given 40 minutes to finish meal before being requested to leave. Tables are limited, so hogging them is not allowed.
BKT and YTF
- Yap Chuan Bak Kut Teh
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No need to go all the way to Klang when you’ve a perfectly good bak kut teh restaurant here. Yap Chuan’s owner claims to have mastered the art of bak kut teh when he was just 14.
This is one bak kut teh shop where you can actually get two different types of bak kut teh; the usual soupy one and a dry version. The dry version is the owner’s unique twist on the traditional dish.
- Puchong Yong Tau Fu
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Not every good restaurant has to have modern comforts. After all, Puchong Yong Tau Fu is a good restaurant despite being housed inside an old kampung house. It does have a nostalgic charm, unsurprisingly.
The yong tau fu here is famous for its quality, with each and every piece being freshly made to order.
Indonesian Picks
- Bumbu Bali
Image Credit: Yee Kuang Khor (Daniel) on Google Review (Left), Cynthia L on Google Review (Right)
If you are one of those folks who wishes to visit Bali one day, maybe make a pit stop here one day. This Balinese-inspired restaurant serves authentic cuisine, like the Nasi Campur. This bad boy comes loaded with grilled seafood, sate lilit and spicy sambal.
The place is also an Instagrammer’s haven, with many of the Balinese statues and paintings being the real thing.
Indian & Mamak(ish) Choices
- Puchong Chettinad Mess
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Also known as Restoran Chakra, this place really is a hidden gem, literally. Rather unusually, the restaurant’s kitchen occupies the ground floor. The dining area is located on the first floor of the shophouse.
This little hideout serves banana leaf rice at affordable prices. In terms of layout, the restaurant also resembles a school canteen more than it does an eatery. If you are fine with that, do indulge in the varuvals and curries this place has to offer.
- Kok Siong Nasi Kandar
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In a rather unusual twist, this nasi kandar stall inside a kopitiam is run by a Chinese uncle. He serves Kedah-style nasi kandar and his offerings are popular enough to merit a line of customers every lunch hour.
Most folks enjoy his nasi kandar with a side of fried chicken, which are cooked in large batches due to the demand. Also worth looking out for is the thick and tasty mutton curry. Don’t come too late, otherwise the chicken will be sold out by noon!
Japanese Vibes
- Minato Yakitori
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Come over here if you love gorging on grilled skewers, fresh sashimi and maybe a few sake-infused delights. This is a cosy Japanese joint, especially for folks who want to unwind after a long day of work.
The restaurant has a certain Tokyo-style izakaya charm, perfect for any local yakitori lovers out there.
For Group Feasts
- Asap Steamboat & Grill
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Have a big dining party with you? Check out this restaurant, strangely located away from the town centre. This is a buffet-style steamboat and grill spot where you can go wild with the picks available.
There are plenty of marinated meats like chicken, fish, lamb and beef, as well as fresh seafood like fish, prawns, crabs and squid. If you like the industrial vibe, you will like the fact that this restaurant is built inside a refurbished shipping container.
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