A spicy coconut milk-based noodle soup typically topped with tofu puffs, cockles, and chicken.
5 top-rated spots found
Ranked #2 on Lonely Planet's Ultimate Eatlist, this stall has defined the KL curry laksa standard for over 50 years. It is widely considered a pilgrimage site for food enthusiasts due to its historical significance and uncompromising traditional preparation.
📍 69, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur · View on Maps
Winner of 'Best Curry Laksa' in The Star People's Food Awards, this restaurant serves a recipe from Uncle John that is over a century old. The broth is a labor of love, requiring a 5-hour preparation process using fresh, hand-blended spices.
📍 50, Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur · View on Maps
Known for its 'cult-like' following in an industrial area, this stall is famous for its 'Big Mac' style presentation. It offers an overwhelming amount of toppings that defy the standard bowl size found elsewhere in the city.
📍 33, Jalan Emas, Chan Sow Lin, 55200 Kuala Lumpur · View on Maps
A neighborhood secret that has survived for decades in a back lane. It is prized by locals for having one of the creamiest and most coconut-rich (lemak) broths in the Klang Valley, often selling out before noon.
📍 28, Jalan Hujan Emas 4, Taman Overseas Union, 58200 Kuala Lumpur · View on Maps
A Pudu institution for over 20 years, this spot is famous for its punchy, aromatic broth that balances spice and savory notes perfectly. It remains a staple for the local working crowd due to its consistency.
📍 2-2, Jalan Brunei Utara, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur · View on Maps