Central Kuala Lumpur is filled with hidden treasures to uncover, includes the array of food available. Street food deliciously celebrates people and is the beating heart of a cultures heritage and community. New franchise eateries may come and go, but street food never seems to go out of style. We've gathered some places for you to check out if you find yourself in Petaling Street, KL.
1. Ah Loh's Apam Balik
Apam balik is a local-style pillowy soft pancake, typically filled with crushed peanuts and creamy corn. Some versions even include condensed milk!
Ah Loh's Apam Balik has been making this classic Malaysian treat for 30 years and continues to serve some of the best street food in town.
Address: 15-19, Jalan Hang Lekir, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
2. Madam Tang's Muah Chee
In Petaling Street, there is a small pushcart where a charming older woman, Madam Tang, whips up a street food snack in Malaysia, muah chee its hard to miss with newspaper cuttings commemorating this dish.
Made from steamed glutinous rice flour, muah chee is typically cut into small pieces and rolled in crushed peanuts, sesame seeds and sugar. It is typically eaten as a dessert,
Address: 42, Jalan Hang Lekir, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
3. Air Mata Kuching
Malaysian street drinks are the best to have in hand when exploring the town and to fend off the heatwave. Air Mata Kucing is made from the mata kucing fruit, and there is a stall in Chinatown that has been known to make a delicious cup prepared with a blend of mata kucing, monk fruit, and melon.
