Your guide to finding the best chee cheong fun spots in KL and PJ

Got a chee cheong fun craving? These spots in KL and PJ are some of the best places to enjoy this rice noodle dish.

Chee cheong fun is one of those dishes that never gets boring. These silky steamed rice noodle rolls take on entirely different personalities depending on the sauces and accompaniments they are served with. Although now firmly woven into Malaysia’s street food culture, the dish traces its roots to immigrants from Guangdong who arrived in the 19th century.

In its original form, chee cheong fun was enjoyed simply with soy sauce. As the dish spread across the peninsula, local tastes began to shape new interpretations. In Penang, it is typically paired with a shrimp paste sauce known as hei ko. In the Klang Valley, the more common accompaniment is a sweet bean-based sauce, while some stalls offer it drenched in a curry gravy. Over time, additional toppings such as fish cakes, meat balls, and fu chuk, also became popular, likely influenced by Hakka communities in areas like KL and Ipoh. And because Malaysians love a bit of heat, chilli sauce and pickled green chillies are usually available if you want to spice things up.

Of course, if you prefer the classic version, you can still find traditional chee cheong fun at dim sum restaurants, usually filled with char siew or prawns. Even if you prefer it sweet, savoury, spicy or swimming in curr, there are plenty of ways to enjoy it. If you are craving chee cheong fun, here are some of the best spots in KL and PJ to check out.

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8 of the best chee cheong fun spots in KL and PJ today

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A long-standing favourite in Pudu, Yap Hup Kee has built a loyal following for its KL-style chee cheong fun. The business traces its roots back three generations when the Yap family first sold homemade Hakka-style yong tau foo from a pushcart. Today, the stall continues to draw crowds thanks to its fresh ingredients and generous variety.

The rice noodle sheets are served with the familiar brown sweet bean sauce known as tim zheong, but the real highlight here is the wide range of add-ons. Diners can pair their noodles with an assortment of yong tau foo such as fish balls, stuffed vegetables, fried bean curd and meatballs. If you are feeling adventurous, there are also more inventive options like salted fish tofu, bacon-wrapped broccoli and dumplings filled with salted egg yolk. Instead of sesame seeds, the noodles are topped with dried shrimp which add an extra layer of crunch.

Operating hours: 9 AM – 5.30 PM, 6 PM – 11 PM (Mondays to Saturdays, except Tuesdays) | 6 PM – 11 PM (Tuesdays only) | 9 AM – 5 PM, 6 PM – 11 PM (Sundays only)

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For many locals, Yooi Kee is a familiar name when it comes to a simple but satisfying plate of chee cheong fun. The stall has been operating for years and is well known for its rice noodles served with its signature tim zheong and a generous amount of sesame seeds.

In the mornings and early afternoon, the focus is entirely on chee cheong fun and porridge. By evening, however, the space changes hands as Kim Lian Kee moves in to prepare its Hokkien mee. It is a classic local food scene arrangement where one stall gives way to another once the day’s service ends.

Operating hours: 6.30 AM – 3 PM (closed on Wednesdays)

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If you prefer the Ipoh approach to chee cheong fun where simplicity takes centre stage, Tuck Kee Chee Cheong Fun in Section 17 is worth seeking out. The noodles are served plainly with soy sauce, a drizzle of sesame oil and a generous helping of pickled green chillies.

The stall was started more than forty years ago by Auntie Chan from Kampar. What began as a small operation has since grown into a family-run business that now supplies rice noodle rolls to multiple stalls nationwide. Despite the expansion, the original stall remains a popular morning stop for those who enjoy chee cheong fun in its most straightforward form.

Operating hours: 6 AM – 11 AM (closed on Mondays)

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Tucked away inside Hai Keng Restaurant in Section 14 is a stall run by an elderly vendor who prepares chee cheong fun fresh each morning. The rice noodles are light and fragrant, with an aroma of freshly steamed rice. The usual serving comes with the KL-style tim zheong, though diners can also request it plain with pickled green chillies and sesame seeds. We recommend arriving early as regulars often drop by in the morning for a plate of these freshly made noodles.

Operating hours: 7 AM – 9 PM (opens daily)

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At this SS2 eatery, the chee cheong fun is sourced directly from Ipoh and served with dried shrimp for extra flavour. The noodles can also be ordered plain and paired with pickled green chillies and tim zheong if you prefer the simple version. Alongside the noodles, there is a selection of add-ons available at the counter. Choices include stuffed bitter gourd, beef balls and various fish paste items.

Operating hours: 7.45 AM – 8 PM (opens daily)

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At Hup Soon, chee cheong fun is best enjoyed together with freshly fried yong tau foo. The contrast between the soft noodles and the crisp, golden stuffed tofu creates the perfect combination. The noodles are coated in a thick sweet bean sauce that brings everything together, paired with toasted sesame seeds and fried shallots to add crunch to every bite.

Operating hours: 7 AM – 10 PM (closed on Tuesdays)

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Situated in the Damansara Uptown area, Annie 1 is better known for its wantan noodles served with curry or char siew. However, the menu also features several Ipoh-style favourites including white coffee, creme caramel and, of course, chee cheong fun.

The noodles are available in a few different styles. You can opt for the classic version topped with tim zheong, or choose heartier options such as curry with pig skin, as well as a mushroom sauce variation.

Operating hours: 7.30 AM – 9.30 PM (opens daily)

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For a classic take on chee cheong fun, head to the Hong Kong-style stall at New Lucky Restaurant in Sri Petaling. Here, the noodles are rolled with fillings such as shrimp or char siew and served with a light soy-based sauce and sambal on the side rather than the thicker sweet sauces commonly found in KL. There are only three options on the menu: shrimp, char siew or yin yong which combines both fillings.

The stall is run by Mrs Gan and her husband, who work together with impressive speed. From steaming the batter to chopping the finished noodles, a full plate can be prepared in under two minutes. According to Mrs Gan, the quality of the rice flour and the balance between water and flour are crucial to achieving the right texture.

Operating hours: Opens 24 hours

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