I have been waiting to try Ipoh Kopitiam in Alhambra for the longest time! I put off coming for a while because I heard how insanely busy it gets with long lines, but finding out they offer a Yelp waitlist made all the difference. Joining the waitlist online once you are close by saves so much time and makes the entire experience so much smoother. If you are coming here for the first time, there are three absolute must-order items. The Curry Laksa is spectacular, featuring a rich, aromatic curry broth that is packed with authentic spice and flavor, along with a wonderful variety of ingredients loaded right into the bowl with the noodles. Their Hainan Chicken is hands down the best I have ever tasted! Even though the portion size is on the smaller side, the quality more than makes up for it. The meat is ridiculously soft, tender, and juicy, and the savory sauce served alongside it is top-notch. Finally, the Roti Canai is an absolute essential that you simply cannot skip. It comes out piping hot, with a flatbread that is perfectly crispy and flaky on the outside, soft on the inside, and paired with a rich curry dipping sauce. Everything here tastes amazingly authentic, and the incredible flavors truly transport you straight to Malaysia. I am so glad I finally made it out here, and I will definitely be back soon! read more

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Came here with a group of 14 people. We placed ourselves on the waitlist, and the maximum number of people are we out on waitlist is 8 people. I called and informed the receptionist, and she made a note on the correct number of people we have, which was helpful. We waited for around 15 min, and got offered to be separated into 2 tables. I was sitting in a smaller table by the entrance, and the air conditioning was dripping water. The water was dripping on my head, body, and purse throughout lunch. Minus one star. We ordered curry roti, hainan chicken, Bak kit teh, steam vegetable, and laksa noodle soup. I am not a fan of Hainan chicken, but the Hainan chicken at this place was tasty! The chicken was tender and flavorful! The curry roti and laksa noodle were delicious. The curry was not over powering the ingredients. The bak kit teh is a like of traditional Malaysian herb soup. I like it, but I can see a lot of people might not like it because of the herbal flavor. There are 2 levels of parking, but parking is limited. read more

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Don't come here in the afternoon between 3-4:45p if you want the most popular dishes because that's when the chef takes a break lol. It was my first time and I wanted to try the chicken rice and laksa, and the char kwa tiew. Unfortunately they have an afternoon menu that doesn't include the latter two dishes. The chicken rice was just okay for me, the chicken was bland and the sauces a bit bland as well. I prefer Savoy and Cluck to Go. The Kaya toast simply tasted sweet with no distinct pandan flavor so that was disappointing as well. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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I've been here several times, and it's still one of my favorite places for Hainan chicken in the SGV. The chicken is always incredibly tender and silky, and the garlic rice is fragrant and flavorful on its own. I also appreciate that it comes with chili sauce, scallion ginger oil, and sweet soy sauce so you can customize each bite. We also ordered the kaya toast, which was toasted perfectly with a crispy exterior, sweet kaya spread, and a thick slice of buttery goodness in the middle. It's simple but very satisfying. The restaurant is clean, service is quick, and the food comes out promptly. If you're looking for authentic Malaysian comfort food or a solid Hainan chicken spot, Ipoh Kopitiam is definitely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

This place has been on my wishlist for quite some time, and I was so excited to finally try it out with a friend recently. I used to always drive by and see a gigantic crowd waiting outside, so when we came on a Tuesday for lunch, I made sure to add myself to the Yelp waitlist while I was driving over. Once I arrived, it was only about a 15-minute wait, which wasn't bad at all. Between the two of us, we tried a few different items: - Roti Canai (5/5): The curry sauce was delectable, and the roti itself was so light, airy, and flaky. It was the perfect appetizer to get our meal started. - Nasi Lemak with Curry Beef (5/5): The beef was incredibly tender and the curry sauce was delicious. Just a warning: that little dollop of chili paste on the side is pretty spicy. You've been warned! It also comes plated with a sliced egg, sliced cucumbers, and rice. - Char Kway Teow (4/5): Packed with tons of bean sprouts, lap cheong sausage, and fish cake. The noodles were super light, tender, and cooked perfectly. - Kaya Toast (4/5): This was good, but I didn't realize that the egg dip was a separate item. They told us it would've taken another 10 minutes to make, so we just ate the toast by itself this time around. Still good and loved the butter and jam sandwiched inside of it. I already know I need to make a trip back here because literally all the tables around us were ordering the Hainan chicken. I love Hainan chicken, so that is a total must for next time. I also want to make sure I get the proper Kaya toast experience with the egg dip. Overall, I loved everything we had and will definitely be back! read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

Please check in once you get there even if you checked in on yelp. It stated our wait time would be 25 minutes, but we were seated within 15 minutes We went before 4:45 pm so it's a smaller menu and it bit cheaper than dinner but it had all the delicious items we wanted to try. Tea sets come with a free hot coffee or milk tea, extra charge to make it iced. Started with curry fish balls as an appetizer next time I will try the salt and pepper wings. I everything that I tried was delicious, the curry, the Kaya (coconut) toast with butter, the hokkien prawn soup was so flavorful and even the side of shrimp paste went so well with my nasi lemak with chicken curry. I wish I would've asked for a little bit more shrimp paste. I'm not sure if that would've been an extra charge, but I saw others request requesting more. I will return and try other dishes. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. read more

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Ipoh Kopitian gives hole-in-the-wall vibes even though it is so highly rated and loved. I came here on a Saturday for lunch, joined the waitlist online and waited around 30 minutes after being 14th on the waitlist. There is indoor and outdoor seating available, dog friendly outdoors! There is a parking lot behind the restaurant you can enter from the Main Street. Here's my thoughts on the dishes I ordered: 1. Toast w/ Kaya and Butter: although this was highly recommended, I wouldn't order this again. It's affordable, but was nothing special and had a stick of butter wedged between the loaves. Tasty because of all the butter but just expect this if you want to order it! 2. Roti Canai w/ Chicken Curry: loved this!!!! The curry had so much flavor and the roti was thin and crispy. The leftover curry was perfect with the rice from the Hainan chicken. 3. Hainan Chicken: the chicken melts in your mouth!! So good!! 4. Singaporean Laksa: took no pictures because I couldn't wait to eat this one. Flavorful broth and a generous amount of noodles. Came with shrimp, egg, and fish cakes. Loved this!! read more

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Ipoh Kopitiam was awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand, meaning they offer high-quality food at moderate prices. We walked in around 10:30 am and were adamantly told they only sell breakfast until 10:45 and and absolutely will not take any lunch orders until 11 am. So, in other words, they will not give you any water or service during those fifteen minutes. I'm not sure if it's a shift change or what, but it was a horrible first impression. They insisted we come in and order breakfast and then order lunch as well. I found that extremely odd as I didn't want to order two meals. And the place wasn't very busy at that time. So we took a stroll around the block and came back around 10:52. They did allow us to sit down, but made sure to only give us the lunch menu. They did offer some water at least. * R3 Nasi Lemak with Chicken Curry $15.95 * T2 Toast with Homemade Kaya & Butter $5.25 * Extra Ginger Sauce for Hainan Chicken 25¢ * R1 Singapore Style Hainan Chicken Rice $15.95 * N3 Singapore Curry Laksa Noodle Soup $15.95 I guess their lunch menu is where they really shine as the establishment really began to fill up and was still going strong when we left despite it being a Tuesday. The food was tasty overall and we enjoyed it. But the initial service really put me off and it's not as if their service improved much more afterwards. Perhaps they are so busy with their regular menu, but morning diners wish to order their more popular dishes that are only available after breakfast. So they need to be rude about setting the expectations upfront when you walk in. read more

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I've never really had Malaysian food before, so we got in line for Ipoh and were super glad we did! Being on the Michelin Gourmand is no joke, and each dish had a wealth of decadence, especially their Kaya Toast (get it with butter!$ We also got their stir fry flat noodles in gravy, which is dine-in only, and it's a combination of Vietnamese chao, egg drop soup and Thai Pad See Ew - overall, extremely delicious and something that I've truly never had in such a combination. Must try! The Roti with Chicken Curry was also good - definitely pairs well together. Spacious indoors and outdoors, and make sure you get in early! There's always a line during the weekend :) read more

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This completely ruined my confidence in the restaurant. While I was in the restroom, I saw an employee walk into a stall wearing the same gloves and apron he was using on the floor. After using the restroom, he walked straight out without washing his hands or changing his gloves. I also noticed him touch the toilet seat while he was in the stall. At first I thought maybe he was just cleaning tables, but I later saw him taking customers' orders as well. Watching someone go from the restroom, without washing their hands or changing gloves, back to interacting with customers is completely unacceptable. You can't make something like this up. Food safety and basic hygiene should never be optional. I lost my appetite immediately and won't be returning. read more

We were here for lunch on a Sunday. We got there around 11:30am and there was a long line of customers already. We immediately put ourselves on their online wait-list as we looked for parking. It was a 40 min wait already. We found parking easily behind the building and sat in our car until we had a notification text to come check in with the hostess. We checked in and was told to wait outside until called. We waited for about 10 minutes before we were seated. Highly recommend that you use the online wait-list as your driving there! We were a party of two and was seated at a small table inside. It was busy but service was quick. We ordered the roti canai as our appetizer. It came out very hot so be careful. The roti was so fluffy and chewy. Yum! And the curry dip was delicious. We also ordered their two specials, the Singapore laksa curry noodle soup and the Singapore style Hainan chicken entree. Between the two, I prefer the laksa curry noodle soup. It was a very flavorful soup with a coconutty curry filled with two large shrimps, fried tofus, delicate sliced pork bolognas, and two soft boiled eggs halves. The Hainan chicken was nothing special from other restaurants. The rice was sorta dry. But it was still good with the three different sauces that were served with the dish. read more

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This place was hopping on a Saturday night. We had to wait around 40 minutes for a table after getting on the wait list, but it was worth the wait! We got the roti canai, Singapore-style Hainan chicken rice, nasi lemak with chicken curry, laksa, and toast with kaya and butter. Everything was delicious and flavorful. I especially enjoyed the Hainan chicken. The chicken was so juicy and tender and fresh. I also loved the roti canai. Just buttery, pillowy goodness. The Kaya toast seemed like a simple dessert. It consisted of toasted bread with kaya (a coconut jam) and squares of butter. But it was well-executed and a scrumptious, indulgent treat. The portions were also generous, and by the end of our meal, we were stuffed. Service was quick and friendly. Our server was kind enough to let us know that the milk tea comes with complimentary refills, and he was quick with them. read more

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Another gem in the area in Alhambra. Located in a cozy area , a few minutes away from the Main area and other dining spot. There is a spacious parking in the rear, but be early and quick, it does go jam packed right away. No wonder why, coz this resto is a Michelin spot. Ambience was nice... though u think they need a bigger spot for lots of customer wanted to dine. Food was a delight! Good portion as well. Service were quick, staff were attentive , giving good recommendations for first timers. Good for family to dine in. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Kaya toast - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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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. read more

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Love love all the dishes we ordered ! I am from Malaysia and thought the dishes were very close to be authentic. Service was good despite how busy they get . It was a small restaurant and they do get very busy and there's always a wait during peak hours so call ahead or put your name online . It's a clean and sure nice small place read more

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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. read more

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I ate here one time with my friend's family and it was good. Today, I wanted to take my mom to try out different dishes. However- We ordered and waited for 20 minutes. Two tables after us got their Roti Canai and main dishes before ours - we ordered similar dishes. We brought it up to one of the female server when we noticed none of our dishes came out, just the orders of the two tables that got sat after us. She told us it's because the other customers ordered from the breakfast menu. If we knew that, we'd probably ordered from the breakfast menu. When we entered the restaurant, they said lunch menu started and breakfast is over. I'm was confused how the other two tables got the breakfast menu, if they got sat after us. By the time we got our food and started eating, one of the tables that was sat after us finished and they had a party of 5. I would've given this place a higher rating if they spoke to us kinder when we questioned why we got different menus and checked the back when we asked about our dishes when others got theirs before us. Instead, they just said that's how our system works. Definitely, left a bad taste in our palate because it's an encounter no one wants to be in. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Our late dishes. We were still waiting for our Curry Noodles. - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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. read more

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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! read more

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Came here with a stomach ache and didn't really want any food, but didn't want to be a burden, so I ordered and ate anyway. I had the Hainan Chicken Rice and my friend also ordered the Roti Canai to share. I wasn't feeling like eating, but holy smokes on the first bite, my tummy ache went away! It was so good!! When living in Alhambra, Savoy Kitchen (which is still yummy) was the spot I frequented. For obvious reasons, people would compare the two, but I appreciate both! I think they have their own uniqueness. But just reviewing Ipoh Kopitiam alone, the chicken is moist and flavorful and the rice was cooked and flavored perfectly! And the Hainan chili sauce was so addicting, I coated the chicken completely with it on every bite. The Roti Canai made the perfect side dish as well! It was so fresh and the curry that came with it was a blast of flavors. I'm also a huge fan of Hong Kong Milk Tea, and theirs did not disappoint! Probably one of the best milk teas I had, even compared to the ones in Hong Kong. We came in the afternoon for lunch and their eas already a line. There's also outdoor seating which we opted for and it was very comfortable! The server was quick and all the food came out quickly. I can certainly see why they earned the Michelin Bib Gourmand. I really can't wait to try their other dishes and hope to comeback soon! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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The hainan chicken rice is the highlight, very well flavored and the sauces are all great. The rice is amazing. This is hands down the best chicken rice in sgv but the serving size of the chicken is much smaller than other chicken rice places. The rice noodle dish was just ok. Flavor profile is the same as any other Chinese restaurant that serves stir fried rice noodle. It has way too much oil and lacked wok-hey. That was a disappointment. The chicken curry rice is well falvored and I like their portions but the chicken is slightly dry and overcooked. Service is decent and prompt in taking orders and they were quick to bring out our dishes. Wish they checked in more to refill water. Overall it has a casual vibe and overall seems cleanly. Only downside is the tables are too close together so I feel like I'm elbowing the next table over. read more

Finally decided to brave the crowds...our first time here, party of 2 on a Saturday eveningm Pro tip -- Join the wait list online from home. At dinnertime around 6:30 pm. Worked great. Arrived 8th line...when you arrive check in with the hist, verify if your party is present....10 minutes later, we were seated in the patio. 27 minutes in all. Ambiance patio - 4/5...inside is nice, spacious....I preferred inside bec the patio is along busy and noisy Garfield Avenue...especially just after the big Boyle Heights warehouse fire...but it was surprisingly comfortable and roomy. Inside --5/5 is a nice wall mural and modern Asian Malay decor..but wait was longer, so patio it is. Food -- my 89 yr old mom loved loved loved the SIngapore Hainan chicken. 10/5... It's waaay better than Savoy by a long shot... tender moist chicken both white meat and dark...excellent condiments especially the minced ginger 5/5 beautiful presentation......ordered a side, the roti, fluffy perfection 5/5....I tried the rice vermicelli mee with curry chicken...I asked for the chicken on the side....the mee was crunchy and had cubes of pork fat rhat ate eadily removed...and a tamarind shrimp paste sauce...it was good that everything was separated bec I am allergic to the dried shrimp wonton in the soup, and the shrimp sauce in the mee, but the chicken was excellent and mildly spicy, an Indian flavor type of curry with a mild bitter note...its a good dish 5/5 but I didn't know shrimp was a basic ingredient...if you've got allergies like me, best to ask the server....this wasn't the servers fault, it was mine for nor inquiring. While I couldn't find something, except for the wonderful roti...my mom says she'll be back...and bringing her friends...the Hainan chicken was that good! PRO TIP -- Parking is tricky...difficult to impossible to make a left turn if coming from south on Garfield...best to go around and get the parking lot from the north.l for an easy right into the lot. read more

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Ipoh Kopitiam has earned the Michelin Bib Gourmand every year from 2022 through 2026, and it's easy to see why. They specialize in Malaysian cuisine, with a strong emphasis on Chinese-Malaysian dishes. I've been a regular here for the past six years, and it remains one of my favorite restaurants in the San Gabriel Valley (SGV). Here are my favorite dishes. Malaysian-Style BBQ Pork Rice (Hidden Menu Favorite) - 5/5. My favorite dish at Ipoh Kopitiam is the Malaysian-Style BBQ Pork Rice. This is essentially a "hidden" menu item. The restaurant prepares only a limited quantity of Char Siu each day, and it's typically available only during their afternoon tea service (3:00-4:45 PM). The dish reminds me of the legendary "Sorrowful Rice of Ecstasy" (黯然銷魂飯) from Stephen Chow's classic film God of Cookery (食神) - watch the movie in case you are wondering why the dish is ecstatic and sad. Like its cinematic counterpart, everything revolves around exceptionally well-executed Char Siu. Finding truly outstanding Char Siu in the SGV isn't easy, even at restaurants specializing in Cantonese BBQ. What sets Ipoh apart is their choice of meat: they use pork belly instead of the more common pork shoulder. In my opinion, pork belly is the superior cut as it delivers a richer flavor, a softer texture, and that satisfying melt-in-your-mouth bite that great Char Siu should have. Their roasting technique is equally impressive. The meat develops a noticeable smoky aroma and proper char without becoming burnt or dry. The glaze is beautifully caramelized, giving the exterior a glossy finish. While it isn't quite as intensely lacquered as the best versions I've had in Malaysia or Hong Kong, it's still better than most BBQ shops in the SGV. The result is smoky, tender, flavorful Char Siu with excellent fat rendering and just the right amount of chew. My only minor criticism is that the glaze leans slightly sweeter than I prefer, but that's really nitpicking. Tip: Order a side of the chili sauce that comes with the Hainanese Chicken Rice - it pairs wonderfully with the Char Siu. Hainanese Chicken Rice - 4/5. Back in 2019, I went on a quest to find great Hainanese Chicken Rice in LA. I tried well-known places like Savoy Kitchen, Cluck2Go, and several others, but none quite met my expectations. It wasn't until I discovered Ipoh Kopitiam that I finally found one that truly satisfied me. Although I think the quality has slipped slightly over the past few years, Ipoh still serves one of the better Hainanese Chicken Rice dishes in Greater LA. One thing Ipoh gets right is something many restaurants overlook: the rice. For me, the rice is just as important as the chicken. While it isn't quite as rich and fragrant as it used to be, it's still flavorful and cooked to the proper texture. The chicken itself is tender, silky, and moist, with a delicate layer of fat beneath the skin. I do wish the skin were a bit more gelatinous and slightly less stringy, but those are relatively minor criticisms. Tip: Order this dish earlier in the day whenever possible. The chicken is freshest then and retains its delicate texture and moisture before drying out during later service. Other Favorites: Char Kway Teow - 4/5. One of the better versions in the area, with excellent wok hei (breath of the wok). Unlike Thai Pad See Ew, Malaysian Char Kway Teow relies heavily on pork lard and dark, sweet soy sauce, which together add incredible richness and aroma. The noodles are well-fried, smoky, and satisfyingly savory. Dry Wonton Noodles - 4/5. One of my favorite noodle dishes here. The noodles are tossed with pork lard, giving them a wonderfully rich flavor. I especially enjoy pouring some of the chicken curry over the noodles for an extra layer of flavor. Milk Tea - 4.5/5. A must-order beverage. The tea has a bold black tea flavor balanced by just the right amount of dairy, producing a rich, smooth, and satisfying drink. Decent dishes: Nasi Lemak - 3/5. A decent version of Malaysia's national dish, though not one of the restaurant's strongest offerings. The coconut rice could be more fragrant, the sambal bolder and spicier, and the curry chicken a little drier. Even so, it's still worth trying if you've never had Nasi Lemak before. Beef Rendang - 3/5. The flavors are good, but I find the beef a bit tougher and drier than I'd like. It's enjoyable, though not a standout. Bak Kut Teh - 3/5. A respectable version that's worth ordering if you're unfamiliar with the dish. Personally, I'd prefer a richer broth with more pronounced herbal notes from the traditional Chinese medicinal spices. The soup tastes a bit lighter than I usually expect. Final Thoughts, after six years of dining here, Ipoh Kopitiam remains one of my favorite Malaysian restaurants in Southern California. While I've noticed a slight decline in consistency over the years, the restaurant continues to excel where it matters most: authentic flavors, well-executed Chinese-Malaysian classics. read more

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Having breakfast!! Parking is in the garage or street parking is available. Service is great and fast. Place is nice and clean. read more

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5 star for the roti 4 star for the hainan chicken 3 star herbal soup Previous review said the herbal soup meat fell off the bone and was perfection. Maybe it was an off day bc that wasn't the case for us today. Waited about 45 minutes to be seated off hours. Nice ambiance with little personal space but good enough for the meal. Milk tea was decent but not special. This place is on the Michelin guide, so expectations were kinda high. Will try other dishes next time but not gonna get the herbal soup again. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - roti - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

I have gone here multiple times and completely forgot to do a review! Excellent service, excellent dishes! Inside is cozy but beware the lines! Get there before opening or past peak times! The must try is definitely the roti canai. So fresh. The dipping sauce for it is between sweet and bitter, an amazing flavor I still cant get out of my head! The Hainan chicken? Fire! But portion wasn't enough for me personally, next we got the Kaya toast, another must! One day I came for brunch and had ramen spam and egg soup! Another dish I recommend is their dry wonton mee. Underneath those dry noodles was a crunchy cluster for what seemed like chicarron in a pool of sauce at the bottom. Fantastic! Mixing it coated the noodles with even more flavor! Never eaten at a Malaysian spot before, but this one definitely stands out! Must try! read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Spam and egg ramen - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Cute Malaysian food place that has a breakfast and lunch menu depending what time you go. There's plenty of parking in the back of the restaurant. Ordering a set from the menu is the best way to go. Staff can also speak Chinese if you're more comfortable with that. They're super friendly and patient with any questions about the menu. Service was quick and food comes out fresh! The curry fish ball noodle soup was my main entree order. The curry fish balls we're well done and full of flavor. The curry sauce permeated more into the noodle soup, changing the taste of the noodles. It always comes with an egg option and up to your preference how it's done. Toast with Homemade Kaya and Butter is always a treat here. I personally love how they cut the crust off and leave them to be like little dessert sandwiches. Kaya is a sweet coconut and egg jam and generally sweet. Definitely not something you can find frequently served! Hot Milk Tea has refills. It's not overly sweet and is reminded me of a hot Hong Kong style milk tea. It comes with the set meal! Will be back again soon! We love the breakfast menu! read more

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Ipoh Kopitiam was a fantastic first visit, and we'll definitely be back. The service was warm and attentive, with the staff making us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The restaurant also has a cozy, inviting ambiance that makes it a great spot to sit back and enjoy a leisurely meal. We came during Tea Time without realizing the menu was limited, but we still had plenty of delicious options to choose from. The Hainan chicken was a classic, well-executed version of the dish. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and everything from the rice to the sauces was done as well as you could hope for. The clay pot rice took about 25 minutes to prepare, but it was absolutely worth the wait. The combination of chicken and Chinese sausage gave it that comforting, home-cooked flavor, and the crispy rice at the bottom made every bite even better. We also ordered the roti with chicken curry, and the portion of curry was incredibly generous for the price. The curry was rich, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the warm, fluffy roti. One thing that really stood out was that they offer free refills on all of their drinks--including the lemonade--which is a nice touch that's becoming harder to find. Even with the limited Tea Time menu, we left impressed. Next time we'll make sure to come back during regular hours so we can explore the full menu. read more

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Authentic Malaysian and Singaporean food. As a Singaporean I was very excited that this level of authenticity and quality for the region's food exists here in LA. We came here on a Saturday evening, almost close to closing time, and were the last group to get seated. Had to make an order before the kitchen closed but thankfully a table cleared up so we could eat in the restaurant Got the prata, rendang, curry fish ball and laksa. My favorite was the rendang. It was tender and flavorful. The laksa was good and the prata was soft, fluffy, and crispy but I preferred the curry from the curry fish ball over the curry that was provided with the prata. I also almost cried when I saw Milo dinosaur on the menu since that is my childhood favourite. Overall great food, will return again. read more

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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. read more

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If you like Hai Nam chicken, and you want to give this place a try? DON'T. I have tried many places and this is the worst place & most expensive for a tiny portion. Savoy Kitchen, Heng Heng Chicken (North Hollywood), Ghien Mi Go (OC) & Yummy Express (OC) are much better. But favorites would be Heng Heng Chicken & Yummy Express. They have generous portions and less than $18. We ordered 2 HaiNam chicken to go and both came to $39.86. If it's almost $20 for each, you would expect a generous portion. But it's not. Not enough meat. And only a few small cucumbers for veggies is a joke. Lastly, don't call the Yelp phone number listed. No one picks up the phone. Had to walk in and order them. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

I was really excited to try this place out since I always see a crowd outside and my best friend recommended this place to me. I came on a Friday evening and placed my name on the waitlist at around 5PM. I waited around 30 minutes before being sat. Their menu is filled with fan favorites like curry roti, hainan chicken, noodle soup, and a pineapple bun. My boyfriend and I wanted to try a variety of items so we opted for a chicken rice plate, hainan chicken, roti, & chicken wings. Every item except for the chicken wings came out in 5 minutes, which I appreciated since I was hungry. The Hainan chicken portion is quite small, which I didn't mind since I wasn't too hungry and there were other appetizers to pick at. I was quite disappointed with my first bite since the chicken and the rice lacked flavor. Usually the rice is seasoned and cooked with chicken broth and fat but I couldn't taste any of that here. The roti was good but nothing super special. I enjoyed my boyfriend's plate since the chicken had more flavor but it wasn't that much better than the Hainan chicken. The chicken wings were made to order so when we got them, they were piping hot! It looked really delicious but upon taking the first bite, more than half of it was breading. The breading did not have enough seasoning too. It was extremely oily as well. Overall, I'm glad I was able to give this restaurant a try. However, I don't think I will be coming back. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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If you're looking for incredible Malaysian food in Monterey Park, this place absolutely lives up to the hype. Michelin Bib Gourmand-rated four years in a row, and once you visit, it's easy to see why. There's usually a line wrapped out the door--but trust me, it's worth the wait. The space itself is modern and comfortable, with both indoor and outdoor seating that makes it a great spot to hang out and enjoy a meal. The food is packed with bold flavors and just the right amount of spice--every dish feels thoughtfully made. You have to try the Malaysian coffee (kopi)--it's literally in the name, and it does not disappoint. Rich, smooth, and the perfect complement to the meal. My personal favorites are the Hainan chicken and the roti with chicken curry--both are absolute standouts. Honestly though, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Expect a crowd, bring your appetite, reasonably priced, and get ready for some seriously satisfying food. read more

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Staff were friendly and efficient. The tables were clean and the food was delicious! We enjoyed the roti, the spicy dipping soup sauce was my favorite. The salt and pepper chicken wings were good too. The Singaporean noodle soup was comforting and the stir fry beef noodles were really good too. The hot Milo and Malaysian milk tea reminded me of a Hong Kong cafe. read more

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You will be waiting at least 45 minutes if you want to eat here on a weekend evening. BUT it's worth it! I was really looking forward to trying their curry laksa. I have only tried Uncle Fung's laksa soup and fell in love with the curry coconut flavors. I thought Ipoh's Singaporean curry laksa was just as good, but definitely a lot spicier. I'm glad I had their roti to balance out the spice - super yummy and buttery. I can handle mild-medium spice but yeah, this was a little hard on my tummy lol. The pineapple bun was a nice way to finish the meal. Pretty sweet and very soft. I genuinely loved every aspect of this visit. I would just recommend adding your name to the waitlist on Yelp as soon as possible because this place is popping on the weekends. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California