Mee Bandung at Parit Bunga, Muar

this is the famous Mee bandung

This entry specially done as I promised earlier; in Mee bandung Muar entry. This is not a paid review or bias because they are my neighbor, but totally becue they served one of the best Mee Bandung Muar in town.

Actually, it is not a restaurant, we just call it Warung Razak (some call it Warung Razak Puchong), and they are family business owned. I will update the proper name. They live in our neighborhood, at Kampung Parit Bunga, Muar. The best part is, my parent's house is less than 30 metres away from the warung.

Since I was a kid (in late 80s), I've been seeing their customers keep coming without fail to enjoy the killer menu, Mee Bandung Muar. My favorite here is something else, fried noodle (his own style is quite similar to mee goreng mamak).

my favorite mee goreng mamak's style

Anyway, based on true fan of mee bandung Muar, they will come here again to taste the famous dish or even get 'tapaw' for next meal when they arrived in KL (people from Muar area will pass this warung when they heading to Tangkak tol exit).

this is the warung's look, taken by my boy

So, where is the location? It is on your left hand side if you are coming from Muar, heading to Tangkak. Please refer to this google map:


You can refer to this location point A:



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Rojak Petis and ABC, Tanjung Emas, Muar

My favorite Rojak petis

For MUARian, Tg. Emas (with biggest durian on earth), is a common place for us. Yes, I was born here and spent my childhood at Kg. Parit Bunga, Muar. I bet every original Muarian lived outside will spend sometime here, everytime they have chance 'balik kampung'.

mouthwatering ABC

When I was a kid, still remember that I will only have ABC and rojak petis at the old medan selera if I have a chance to come here. The old Tanjung Emas Medan selera  were situated at Muar river bank. Now it has been replaced with the new building, on the opposite side, across the road.... what a waste for nice view of the river.

Actually there is nothing much of interest for outsiders if they come here. The attraction at Tanjung Emas is a boat ride from here to Sabak Awor, the rojak petis, playground, jogging track, head of vintage train and nice view of the estuary of the Muar river.

Once in a while, you'll see fishing boat departed from jetty under the Muar bridge, heading to the Straits of Melaka.

This ABC make me thirsty

last pose from AhmadIQbal , in front of the food court

For outsiders, don't feel sorry and blame us if you are taken here. We don't have skyscrapers in Muar town, or even 5 star shopping paradise. This is what we have and we proud of it as Muarian. 

So, enjoy the nature. ;)

Mahkota Parade Melaka food court

It was Friday. After Prayer at masjid Selat at Pulau Indah, we are heading to Mahkota Parade, for lunch. This is the first time for me having lunch here (during lunch hour) since I start working at the architect firm.

For the food, you can select from variety of Chinese food, malay food, Thai and even Japanese food. I can see yong taufu, Mee banduing, tomyam, tenpanyaki and many more.

 I chose nasi ayam penyet and this is my first experience tasting it. I can't say much about it as I don't know how good it taste somewhere else. 

You also can find fried banana and cempedak goreng at one of the food stall!!! and finally we end up with McDonald's Sundae cone choco top for dessert.. :p

Seriously it was fun for long period of lunch hour (Friday). 

Menu nasi ayam penyet (pressed chicken rice : lol)

Zaky, Zaini, Nazrol : fully concentrate with the meals

dessert : McDonald's Sundae cone choco top

Masakan Johor Selera Ayam Kampung

Kepakaran kami ialah menyediakan hidangan tradisional negeri Johor seperti Laksa Johor dan Sate Goreng Istimewa. Kami juga menyediakan makanan2 kampung sebagai hidangan sarapan pagi, tengahari dan juga malam.Sedia menerima tempahan. Hubungi 016-7253447, 016-7153447 atau 016-7023447 untuk keterangan lanjut.

Those statement about originally taken from Restoran Selera Ayam Kampung  Facebook page. You definitely will agree after witnessing their menu and feel it yourself.

Managed by Zaliff Rich Food (JM0599249-U), you can find Restoran Selera Ayam Kampung at no 20, Jalan Impian Emas 7, Taman Impian Emas, 81300 Skudai, Johor Bahru, Johor.

p/s- SAJOHA members, please support our SMSJ alumni.

How to get to Restoran Selera Ayam Kampung?

Check the map down here:

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A photo can describes thousands words, enjoy images below:

Kerapu 3 rasa 

Tauhu goreng served with Sambal Kicap 

Soto ayam resepi Johor with nasi himpit. 

pegedil, terung sambal, ayam goreng berempah, sambal goreng Jawa

ready for catering, event and wedding... don't forget to visit their Facebook page

contact no: 016-7253447 / 016-7153447 / 016-7023447

We'll be back with quotation and price list for tempahan katering and reservation

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Where should we have lunch today? Papa John's Pizza, Grandmama's or Capricciosa?

Mee bandung Muar

Mee bandung Muar is one of the most famous dishes in Muar. It becomes the tourists favorite food whenever they visit Muar. Almost every restaurant in Muar town will have mee bandung in their menu.

There are lots of hot spot for having mee bandung Muar. Among them are located in MARA traders complex (previously known as warung @ gerai besi), Tanjung Emas, medan makan Bentayan, Muar-BP bus stand (stesyen bas Muar - Batu Pahat),  Taman Tun Syed Nasir, Tg. Agas, Parit Bunga and few restaurants whithin the Muar town.

I will update with series of blog posts for mee bandung Muar specific location, name of the restaurant @ warung, review, rating and the recipe as well.

See you soon.

Makam Tun Teja next to sawah field at Kampung Pengkalan Samak

I was fine day today, sunny and bright with no sign of raining. We just come back from Merlimau post office and suddenly I had better idea in my mind. I told my wife that it would be better if we stop by at the warung next to the Tun Teja's Tomb for ABC and cendol.

I like the area as it is surrounded by paddy field. This time I was lucky as I can see matured paddy just before harvesting. It's all filled with fat grain of rice. If you be here at the Makam Tun Teja, you'll see the 'sawah padi' scenery surrounded the area.

I forgot to snap the photo of the tomb but if you get here, you'll see a gigantic grave with a well next to it. The area and the paddy field just separated by 1 meter height fences. To get to the tomb, you have to walk approximately 100 meters from the road side.

Anyway, I enjoy the day with juicy cendol and snacks. My wife having ABC with meehoon soto, while Ahmad Iqbal really amazed with the stream and fish inside it. Perhaps I will show the pics of Makam Tun Teja next time.

Medan Ikan Bakar Serkam

Couple days ago my wife's uncle really want to treat us with the ikan bakar (grilled fish). After few suggestions, we decided to go to medan restoran ikan bakar Serkam, located at Serkam Pantai. The place is not far from grandma's house (Kg. Sempang Pantai). Just 10 minutes drive to get there.

It was very happening but those little kids (all cousins) make the dining session up side down. My little boy also don't want to miss the great moment. He refused to stay in the carry cot, end up me to hold him while having my food.

We all agree the food really good enough to make us happy but the price really unbelievable. Uncle said, he spent less than RM 200 for 10 adults and 8 kids eating. You can see in the photos of us, connecting 3 tables will all mess left. You should try this place if you prefer the value or you can still can go to medan ikan bakar terapung Umbai Baru with more comfy place and nicer view.

What makes this place looks so cool is because of the fishermen boats queue along the stream between the restaurants. The are also a bridge connecting those restaurants.


I'll show you the map later.

Bukit Katil, Melaka : D'Nangka Restaurant

If you going to Ayeh Keroh, probably you are passing Bukit Katil, especially those from Muar or Merlimau. For those loving the nature and environmentall surround, don't hesitate to go to Restoran D'Nangka (meaning D' Jack Fruit Restaurant) at Bukit Katil, Melaka.

D'Nangka served Thai foods and operated from evening till late midnight. The name absolutely came from all jack fruit trees surrounded the area. Most tables sit under the jack-fruit trees. To make the eating place more interesting, they've put vintage vehicles - a Vesta and an old car for decorations. Some part with bamboos construction and fountains make the area really cool.

I had nasi goreng USA (USA fried rice) while my wife had coconut drink with Thai noodles Tomyam. I'll let you enjoy the photos and you decide!

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3 layer tea

Have you try this cold marvelous drink? It called 3 layer tea. Normally you can find it at most mamak restaurant all around Malaysia. Or if you see the poster of 3 layer tea stick on the wall of any restaurant, maybe the serve the special drink.

Beware for diabetics, this are not suitable for you. The calories are above standard level. It is too sweet because they mix up tea juice, condensed milk and brown sugar. What you reckoned?

I had this special tea at Restoran Seri Muar, at Jalan Sulaiman. I love the place because the open air compound are separated from heavy traffic of the main road. Besides, there are not many restaurant open till late midnight at Muar.

I used to have gathering with my colleagues here, especially when they come back from the city. Normally I will have mee goreng mamak (Indian style fried noodle) as my regular food ;)

ABC - perfect beverage on hot sunny day

We went to a food stall at jalan Bakariah, Muar for refreshment yesterday. My wife told me she felt so thirsty as the day was so hot and burning. So I stopped my car at one of the warung and asking for a glass of regular ABC, while my wife get a nice special ABC with mixture of corn, 'cendul' and few other 'special ingredients'.

No regrets at all. Worth for thirsty throat.. Missed it again today. Muar, Johor - 88 degrees F, 75% humidity.



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Pontian : Medan Ikan Bakar Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan Pontian

I spent the whole week at Pontian last week for MARA Mega Sales Carnival with my apparel business. The carnival held at Dewan Jubli Intan Pontian, just along the beach. The location is really nice and calm as I really enjoy the sea view.


Unfortunately, the weather is not really good. It always raining almost everyday. So the crowds are not as many as we are expected. Anyway, I enjoy the week and met new friends.















Opening Ceremony of the mega sales carnival  - the lion dance just started!

Pontian town is not really developing as other city in Johore. Probably this is because Pontian situated not too far from Johor Bahru. The youngsters are migrating to the big city nearby (Johore Bahru). 

There are new development area known as 'Tambak', comprises new shop houses, restaurants, bank and supermarket. BUT, the rest of the area looks really lame.

Pontian location sits along the beach, they are well known for seafood restaurant. Kukup is one of the best places for the seafood. Even Kukup is famous for the seafood and tourism activities, Pontian also have their own seafood restaurant, which is not bad for the price, food and surrounding.

I went to Medan Ikan Bakar P.N.K. (Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan) Pontian, with my colleagues. Because it was late, we don't really have real grilled fish and seafood meals. It is too heavy for me, but some of us having them. 

This is my first visit over here. I quite like the area placed next to the stream. The stream linked to the river and some sea creatures such as crabs and snails can be seen.

Thanks to Salleh and Eja for their hospitality during my time at Pontian

The seafood restaurant owned by the Persatuan Nelayan (fishermen's union). Definitely all seafood sources can be easily supplied to the restaurant, means you'll get fresh fish and and varieties of seashells. 

Forgot to snap the picture of foods. Just realized about it when we already finished them all... damn, too hungry.

Night Market : What special?

Malaysian Night market (locally called pasar malam @ pasar lambak) is the best place to get varieties of foods, clothing and even imitation merchandised products. The coolest part, all sellers gathered with their best shots and the price is lower than original market.

Sometimes you can find very rare items as the seller is doing tour from one place to another but normally sellers are stick at a place regularly. Like this big salted fish in the photo down here, the guy who are selling it is very odd to appear. Only once within 1 - 2 months.
The night market normally held once a week at the village or town area, which managed either by the community or city council. The reason why most of the stuffs are cheap is because the traders don't have to pay high amount of rent for doing business, compare to commercial area.


If you haven't try it, why don't give a shot if you are coming to Malaysia. Don't forget to ask the locals where 'pasar malam' are organized and on which day they fall.