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    Ipoh Kopitiam

    4.3 (1.9k reviews)
    ModerateMalaysian
    Open 9:00 am - 8:45 pm

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    Hainan chicken
    Christine H.

    It was okay, but not for me. It's a pretty popular place so there is definitely a market for it, but my westernized palette did not agree. I came here to try Hainan Chicken for the first (and last time.) Cold chicken with bumpy skin left on just isn't for me, but it might be for you! I thought the saving grace would be the bread, but even that was slightly disappointing. The roti tasted like it was bathed in old cooking grease. I wish I had a more glowing review, but the Hainan chicken was too adventurous for me. Would not recommend the wait, there are more appetizing places to try.

    James P.

    Ipoh Kopitiam 1411 S Garfield Ave #104, Alhambra, CA 91801 https://www.ipoh-kopitiam.com/ Michelin Malaysian restaurant We arrived at 6:00 PM, and the atmosphere was pleasantly relaxed, with just the right amount of buzz. By the time we finished our delightful dinner, a cheerful line of eager diners had formed outside, ready to enjoy the same experience. The Chicken Rice was absolutely delicious, bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. While I found the Bak Kut Teh (Herbal Soup) to be a bit disappointing, it didn't overshadow the overall joy of our meal. Everything else we ordered was simply delightful! I left feeling very happy that we decided to stop by this wonderful place.

    Kaya toast
    Dominique W.

    Five stars across the board! I first came to Ipoh Kopitiam a couple of months ago and I've been craving it ever since. I can confidently say that this restaurant is in my top 5! Every dish we ordered was delicious. The hainan chicken, the kaya toast, and the roti canai are my go-tos. My friend ordered a fish ball curry dish and enjoyed it. The service is fantastic as well. The staff is friendly and attentive. I also appreciate being able to join the Yelp waitlist ahead of time.

    Roti canai
    Sheena V.

    Can't say enough good things about this place. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. 1000/10. We checked in on waitlist and waited about 40 min for a table of 7. As soon as we were sat, greeted, our order was taken. Food flew out. Every single thing from the laksa, hainan chicken, chicken wings, stir fried flat noodle, roti canai, and kaya butter toast. Everything was PHENOMENAL. Our servers were also amazing. Quick, attentive, and super sweet. I can't wait to come back to this gem.

    Hainan chicken
    Amy L.

    Ordered food togo and it took about 17-18 minutes for it to be done. It was during dinner so it was busy. The chicken wing was crispy and juicy. Not too salty either You cant really go wrong with the hainan chicnese since its their specialty but the rice was a bit too dry for me. I had to drown it in the soy sauce they provided. The red sauce was actually spicy today. Might have changed their recipe since it did look like it had more oil that usual.

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    Ben P.

    Came here for an early dinner. Heard this place is very good and the wait can be long if you come later. Glad we came here at 5pm. You can find parking in the back of the restaurant and there also an underground parking. We parked in the underground parking and took the elevator up to the street level. The restaurant is nice and clean. Plenty of tables. They also have outdoor seatings. They have two sets of menus depending on the time of day. One set of menu is their Lunch/Dinner Menu. The other Menu is their Tea Time Menu, which is from 3:00pm - 4:45pm. We got seated right away since we came at 5pm. The staffs were nice and welcoming. We ordered the A1 - Roti Canai for Appertizer. For the Main Dishes, we got the R1 - Singapore Style Hainan Chicken Rice and the R4 - Nasi Lemak w/ Rendang Curry Beef. Foods came out so quickly. We loved the Roti Canai, it was so good. The Singapore Style Hainan Chicken Rice was not bad at all. It was tasty. As for the Nasi Lemak w/ Rendang Curry Beef, wow, it was so good! Loved every bites. I finished the whole thing. It was that good! Loved it! Would definitely come back here again in the future.

    Jessica J.

    We waited 45 min -1 hour on a Friday. A1 Roti Canai $9.50 is really good and shareable. The pancake is fluffy and light and combined with the sauce is even better. N3 Singapore Curry Laksa Noodle Soup $16.95 is really good and highly recommended. It's a big portion and the flavor is delicious. It has a slight sour taste to it. I definitely regretted not ordering this one. But I got to try a little of my friends. R4 Nasi Lemak with Rendang Curry Beef $17.95 is good but I wanted a more soupy dish. The meat and sauce is good. Meat is well seasoned and not dry. Parking is tight but the underground has bigger spaces.

    Rendang
    Maricel S.

    If you're craving legit Malaysian comfort food in the SGV, Ipoh Kopitiam in Alhambra definitely delivers!! This spot is always busy (expect a wait), but it makes sense once you taste the food. They really lean into traditional Ipoh-style flavors, and you can tell they care about authenticity. My personal favorites were the Milo (so rich and nostalgic) and the kaya toast. It was crispy, buttery, and perfectly sweet. Super simple but so satisfying. A lot of people rave about the wings and the Hainanese chicken rice too, and honestly, they live up to the hype. Overall: worth it for the flavors alone. I'll definitely be back.

    Suhyun K.

    Been wanting to try this spot and decided to try with my roommate! I love that they have yelp waitlist so I don't have to wait outside. The store itself is small but they are very fast. I personally really liked their appetizers more than their entree but I want to try the curry noodles next time! I would say the price is cheaper compared to the quality that you get. Would come back!

    Hainan chicken rice
    Kunous K.

    This place never disappoints--unless you enjoy being sad, in which case, go elsewhere. I've been here more times than I've checked my phone today, and we've got our all-star lineup on lock: Roti Canai, Hainan Chicken, Kaya toast... You know, the usual suspects. But today, plot twist--we discovered a new legend: Stir fried flat noodle with gravy sauce. Move over, old faves. Pro tip, and I mean this with love: put your name on the Yelp waitlist before you leave the house. Unless you enjoy staring at a line so long it makes the airport security queue look efficient. Seriously, pack a snack for the wait. Or just, you know, Yelp ahead like a civilized hangry human. Service is good, quick, and practical--like a friend who listens to your problems but also tells you when you've got spinach in your teeth. No fuss, no drama, just noodles and gratitude.

    Kaya toast with butter
    Vicky L.

    I prefer to Order takeout from here, because I do not want to wait in the long line. But for the times I've dined in, I've opted for patio seating because I can bring my dog! Food is always consistent and the service is quick. My favorite is the kaya toast. Their hainan chicken rice beats out savoy anytime. The chicken wings are nicely seasoned and tossed generously with garlic. Pineapple bun is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The beef rendang is also very flavorful and pairs nicely with the coconut rice. Because all their food is so good, I just wished the portions were bigger ! They opened a second location inside the food court at the Arcadia mall. I'll be looking forward to trying that out to see how it compares.

    Hainan Chicken with Rice
    Andrew C.

    Normally there is a huge line every time I drive past, but this time I got lucky! I came during their afternoon tea menu, but was still able to get their Hainan Chicken which I heard is what they are known for. The service was quick and the food tasted great! I have to compare it to Savoy Kitchen which is the other famous Hainan Chicken place, I would say you can taste the quality difference! Definitely worth trying out at least once!

    Nasi Lemak with tofu skin and Kaya toast
    Caroline Y.

    Breakfast/ brunch menu was great! It had lots of my childhood memories from Singapore.

    Stir fried flat noodles with gravy; Dry Wanton Mee With Curry Chicken and wonton soup

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    The food here are delicious extremely clean environment highly recommend service excellent

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    1 month ago

    Highly recommended for the delicious Hai Nam chicken rice dish and chicken curry. Very good services and staffs !

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    Ask the Community - Ipoh Kopitiam

    Do you have Vegetable dishes?

    Yes, we do! We offer two vegetable dishes, and our roti with curry is also vegetarian. Thanks.

    White coffee is 3 in 1?

    Hi! Great question, our white coffee is not a 3-in-1 instant coffee. We use Ipoh-style coffee beans,… Read more

    Do u have a store in santa anita mall?

    Yes we do. But we still waiting for the fire department, health an building department inspection…

    What is the menu at 3:30?

    Hi, At 3:30 PM, we serve our “Tea Time” menu, which runs from 3:00 PM to 4:45 PM.… Read more

    If I can sit anywhere?

    Dear guests, To join our waitlist, kindly add your name on the iPad located in front of the cashier counter.… Read more

    Is this business allowed dogs?

    There is an outdoor section. Not sure about there but def not indoors.

    How long is the wait around 1pm on a Monday? Should I do the yelp wait-list to avoid long wait?

    we add to waitlist so the wait was not long and you must check in let them know you are here they do not come out to ask for you.

    Do you use peanuts in your dishes? Would it be ok for a person with a peanut allergy to eat at this restaurant?

    Hi! I’m afraid our kitchen is not a peanut-free facility.

    Do you have outdoor dining? Is it hard to get seats outside?

    Yes we do! When you put your name in the online Yelp Waitlist, you can note you want outdoor seating. Please remember to check in with the host when you arrive.

    Is the meat halal?

    Hi, is not. We are not Halal restaurant. Thanks.

    Do you do deliveries?

    We do delivery via Fantuan Delivery.

    Hi is Penang Asam Laksa available this time of year? Edit:…

    Yeah

    What kind of oils do you use for your dishes?

    Hi Alex, It’s depends on which food.… Read more

    Do you take Reservations? Yelp will not let me make a waitlist for 10 people. What should I do in…

    Sorry we don’t take reservations. We do encourage customers to join the Yelp online waitlist when they are close to the restaurant to minimize wait time.

    Some friends have invited me to join them for lunch. Is it possible to ask for separate checks?

    Hi! We can do certainly do 2 checks as long as each separate is $20+.

    What time does the full menu start?

    Our regular menu is from 11am-2:30pm and from 5-8:30pm. We are closed on Wednesdays.

    Hello, I noticed a few breakfast menu pictures, but not much breakfast reviews. I just wanted to confirm you do now have breakfast from 9am to 10:45am? Thnx

    Hi! Yes we do! We serve breakfast daily except Wednesday. Hope to see you soon.

    Do you serve halal meat?

    Hi, sorry we don’t serve halal meat.

    Do they serve vegan dishes?

    yes they do. they list which ones on their menu!

    When is the Penang Laksa available?

    Unfortunately we are unable to source a key ingredient for that dish and there is currently no timeline on supply. :(

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