Love their shrimp noodle and roti canai, Both are so good every time. Only thing is you almost always have to wait in line. But it's worth it. read more

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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This is my favorite Hainan chicken rice in the 626. Better than you-know-where. The chicken is so juicy, rice is perfect. I also love their Roti canai with the curry. Roti is so thin, soft and fluffy. Pro tip: always put your name on the yelp waitlist before you get here cuz there's always a long wait. Everything's good! Must try read more

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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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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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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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

Food here is amazing. Very authentic Malaysian food. There hasn't been a Malaysian restaurant this good since Little Malaysia in El Monte decided to retire. I'm so glad they got the stir fried noodles with gravy. They really got this one perfect. Their laksa is also perfect. The hainan is probably the weaker dish but I haven't seen any restaurant in USA done hainan chicken decent yet. Only dish I wish they have in the future is the black soy sauce turnip cake.(chai tow Kwai). That's one Malaysian dish I can't find anywhere. Will definitely be coming to eat here regularly! read more

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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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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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Love the hainan chicken rice but the portion seems abit small. A little disappointed that i forgot to ask for all dark meat and wasnt asked if we wanted all dark or mixed. They have 3 sauces, the soy sauce one is better than other places but the spicy and ginger sauce felt like it was missing something. Roti canai was so good. The sauce had so much flavor and the roti was nice and hot. The rendeng was spicier and the meat reminded me of beef stew. Kaya toast is amazing but i love butter. Some people might think its too unhealthy though. Not a fan if the laksa because it was very milky. The shrimp in it was really good though. They sliced it in half for you as well so you dont have to use your hands to peel it. This place does get super busy so the wait might be long. read more

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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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Such a fun experience getting my to-go order. Even though it was very busy, the woman behind the counter struck up a conversation with me about my time in Malaysia. It added to the deliciousness of the Beef Rendang. It was enough for 2 meals for me as well. Parking is hard because the place is busy! read more

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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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 instead 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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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

This is my favorite Malaysian restaurant in the SGV area! I've been coming here since they first opened. Parking is easy since they have a lot in the back with underground parking. There's usually a line, though, and the wait can be up to an hour, so plan accordingly. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating, but it's not very big, so be ready to get cozy with your neighbors. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but my favorites are the kaya toast, nasi lemak, char kway teow, and laksa noodle soup. Their Malaysian milk tea is authentic, though a little too sweet for me. Service is adequate since they're usually quite busy. If you're looking for authentic Malaysian food, this is definitely worth a visit. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Laksa and char kway teow - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

My momma's favorite place for hainan chicken ! The line can be crazy if you don't get yourself on the waitlist ahead of time! The chicken is always tender and flavorful, most importantly, fresh and perfect for elderly people that can't chew very well. I like the beef and rice (R4), the meat is sooo tender, love the tomato and dried fish sauce, perfect for people that like heavy sauce and spices and in need of some iron boost . The soup is a must try; so many ingredients in it. Love the milk tea and the kids love the Milo drink. Very bright light inside the restaurant and old Asian people prefer that kinda ambiance cuz like my mama said she wanted to know if the food is fresh and clean. The staff is always friendly and efficient, just make sure everyone in the party is present cuz you won't be seated if there's someone missing. read more

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As fellow Malaysians, we have one non-negotiable rule when traveling abroad: hunt down Malaysian food. Ask any Malaysian, take everything else away from us, our luggage, our sanity, maybe even our sense of direction, but never our cuisine. On our pilgrimage to the "happiest place on Earth" (that's mostly for the kids and maybe a few adults pretending to be kids), we decided to dodge the chaos of downtown LA and sneak through the northern neighborhoods, the ones dotted with authentic Chinese and Malaysian spots. While my wife's finger performed an Olympic-level scroll across Yelp, something in my peripheral vision screamed, "STOP RIGHT THERE!" A picture of fluffy rice, glistening rendang, and fiery sambal practically jumped off the screen as I navigated from I-5 to I-210. Decision made. That's where we were going after a brutal seven-hour drive. Now, let's talk LA traffic, a beast of its own. I bow to every "Angeleno" for surviving that daily gladiator arena with a calm nod. But with two hangry kids in the backseat, our car briefly transformed into a cautious yet determined GTO chase scene. Don't worry I didn't break any laws, too much. Miraculously, we arrived right in the golden hour, just before the dinner rush swallowed the place whole. We sat down, and bam! The aroma hit harder than Spider-Man swinging into Times Square. Malaysian flavors coursed through our veins, resurrecting the dormant "food beast" inside us. Hunger levels: expert mode activated. The menu? Simple but perfect. No endless scrolling or dishes that make you question the chef's sanity. We dove in with: - Nasi Lemak with Beef Rendang (my personal holy grail) - Nasi Lemak with Curry Chicken - Silky Egg and Shrimp Noodle Wat Tan Hor - Wonton Noodle with Curry Chicken Each dish hit the flavors squarely, no pretension, just comfort, spice, and aroma that makes your taste buds do the cha cha. We washed it all down with caffeine-powered iced coffee and the legendary iced Yin Yong (coffee plus milk tea plus condensed milk equals liquid happiness). We will definitely return, but with the options here in SGV, there are still plenty more to try. I noticed the Hainanese Chicken Rice was a hot pick among diners. I resisted. I wanted something elusive, something you can't easily get in the Bay Area, where Malaysian restaurants are slowly vanishing like endangered species. Every visit feels like a rescue mission for our heritage cuisine, and this spot? A full-on culinary victory. In short, if you find yourself anywhere near this stretch of LA, don't just drive past. Detour. Your Malaysian DNA will thank you. read more

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Service was attentive. Came here to try their breakfast and the curry soup noodles were tasty. Restaurant fills up fast. There parking in rear of plaza read more

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There is a parking garage where there is a decent amount of parking as the above ground parking spots are reserved for the hospital in the same plaza. There is also indoor and outdoor seating, but I would say to keep an eye out and join the Yelp waitlist if possible since it does get pretty busy. The star dishes would for sure be the roti canai with the curries and the stir fried noodles with gravy sauce. The noodles are hidden under the toppings, so give it a good mix before eating. So good! read more

Here's a polished version of your Yelp review with clearer flow and tone while keeping your voice: --- This was my second time visiting, and both times there's been a line--but honestly, the wait is well worth it. Parking can be a bit tricky. If the main lot is full, there's additional parking in the back and an underground garage, but those fill up quickly too. I'd recommend coming early and making a reservation if possible. **Beef Pan-Fried Noodles** This dish was really good. The flavors were well balanced, and the noodles were nicely separated--not clumped together at all. There were quite a lot of bean sprouts, but they didn't overpower the dish. We added Chinese sausage, which brought an extra layer of bold, rich flavor that really elevated everything. **Curry Noodles with Chicken** Surprisingly, this ended up being one of my favorite dishes. The curry flavor wasn't overwhelming--it was just right. The noodles were slightly dry, but in a good way, if that makes sense. Everything felt intentional and well executed. The chicken was tender and juicy, and overall the dish was exceptional. **Tea** I wasn't a huge fan of the tea. A lot of people seemed to order it, maybe for the aesthetic, but to me it just tasted like a regular milk tea. If you already like milk tea, it's probably worth trying, but it didn't stand out to me. **Hainan Chicken** This dish was good, but nothing particularly special compared to other places I've had it. The portion size was a bit smaller than I expected. The sauces were delicious, though again, nothing very unique. **Curry Noodle Soup** I might be getting the name slightly wrong, but this dish was fantastic. The curry broth was flavorful and well balanced--not too strong. The thicker noodles paired perfectly with the soup. The shrimp was cooked just right, the boiled egg was a nice touch, and the tofu (which I personally love) really made the dish stand out. **Ambience & Seating** They offer both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor area is limited--around four tables--but still nice. Inside, there are larger tables for bigger groups. We came with a party of nine, and while they couldn't seat us all at one table right away, they accommodated us at two tables next to each other, which worked out fine. **Overall** This place is really good--definitely worth coming back to. There are a few standout dishes I'd reorder, and I'd also be interested in trying more items on the menu next time. read more

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As my cousin pulled out her parking garage, I hurried to Ipoh Kopitiam's Yelp waitlist to put our party of 2 down. Even then, we were the 52nd on the list this last Sunday afternoon. We got to the restaurant 20 minutes later and walked around the area before we decided to wait outside the restaurant. By then, we were #37 on the list, but I noticed people going up to the hostess to check-in. I decided to check in with our hostess as well, but she then just offered us an empty table inside. I guess it's not really a waitlist, but a put your name down and check-in ASAP to actually be on the waitlist? Service here is pretty fast since they definitely want people in and out ASAP. Our order went in within a few minutes of sitting down and the food came out quickly after. T2. TOAST WITH KAYA AND BUTTER - 5.25 The bread was very light toasted with most of the texture still being "room temp." I enjoyed the kaya (very coconut-y) and butter combination, but there was so much of the butter that I took off more than half of it. A very dense appetizer. R3. NASI LEMAK WITH CHICKEN CURRY - 15.95 I love nasi lemak usually, but this one was a bit underwhelming. The chicken curry was just OK, and I was hoping there would be more garnish variety (other than peanuts and cucumbers). The anchoy sambal was my favorite along with the subtle coconut-flavored rice which was fragrant. R1. SINGAPORE STYLE HAINAN CHICKEN RICE - 15.95 The Hainanese chicken rice was great, with buttery smooth chicken, chicken broth-flavored rice, and variety of sauces. I liked the sweet soy-based sauce the most with the chicken and rice! Overall, this is a must at Ipoh Kopitiam, and we both enjoyed greatly. Great to have a Malaysian restaurant cafe in the area. The staff also speaks Cantonese here, so it was easy for us to interact with them. read more

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This Malaysian spot in the San Gabriel Valley is super popular for a reason. Every time we visit, we end up ordering a ton because everything is just that good. If you haven't tried it yet, it's definitely a must! The prices are reasonable, portions are generous, and the service is impressively fast. That said, it does get really busy, so be prepared to wait, especially during peak hours. Parking can also be a bit of a challenge. There is underground parking, but it still fills up quickly. Try to go during off-peak hours to avoid long waits. Highly recommend! read more

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Good spot for Malaysian food but very popular! It gets crowded on the weekend, so I highly recommend adding yourself to the waitlist on Yelp before coming. I set a reminder on Yelp, and it sent me an alert on my way over when it was time to add myself to the waitlist. For my party of 3 to eat at 11:30 am, it recommended to add ourselves to the Yelp waitlist around 10:45. We checked in around 11:35 and were seated a couple minutes later, so it was pretty accurate. I'm really glad we did this, as there were a ton of people waiting outside the restaurant and I'm pretty sure the wait was 1+ hour. Parking is easy to find either in the plaza or in the underground garage. The menu is straightforward with two pages. FYI I didn't see much on the menu in terms of vegetarian options. We shared a couple of dishes: Kaya toast with butter ($5.25) - my favorite dish, it had a really nice coconut flavor and the butter was super soft Roti canai with chicken curry ($10.95) - disappointed by the flavor of the regular dip, and the chicken curry dip was a bit spicy for me even though I liked the flavor of that more Singapore curry laksa ($15.95) - broth was very flavorful and luckily not too spicy. I loved the coconut flavor in the broth and the soft chewy noodles Hainan chicken rice ($15.95) - this is one of their signature dishes. I really liked the rice cooked with chicken fat, and the chicken itself tasted amazing especially with the crack ginger sauce on the side, but portions were a bit too small imo Dry wonton mee with chicken curry ($15.95) - I only tried a couple bites of this. The wonton noodles have a chew to them, and it's personal preference if you like them or not (I don't). The chicken curry is the same as the one that came with the roti canai so it was a bit spicy for me. However, I liked the bowl of wontons on the side. read more

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I was craving some Malaysian/Singaporean food, so I picked this spot for dinner, it definitely reminded me of my time in Singapore. They have a large menu of dishes and everything looked so good, so it was hard to choose because I wanted to try everything. What I ended up trying: Nasi Lemak with Chicken Curry 3.5/5 - The Chicken curry was savory and flavorful. I enjoyed the sambal as well for that spicy kick. The rice, eggs, cucumbers, and beans didn't add too much to the dish though. Roti Canai with Chicken Curry and Beef Rendang 4.5/5 - this was really good, the roti canal was perfectly made! I would get this to share instead of the Nasi Lemak next time. Kaya Toast 3.5/5 - tasty and full of kaya of butter flavors, but the portion is quite small, so I probably wouldn't order it again. Fried Chicken Wings 3/5 - this takes longer to cook, so you'll likely get it later than the other food items. It was okay, but nothing special, I would skip this. Hainan Chicken Rice 5/5 - okay, I only tried a small bite of the rice from my friend's plate, but the flavors were absolutely divine. Next time, I'll come for lunch since I think Kopi would go really well with the meal and will absolutely have to order the Hainan Chicken Rice. read more

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Excited to see authentic Malaysian food available in this area. I've enjoyed it through dine-in and pick-up. Service is quick, which is great since there is always a line out the door (use Yelp wait in line). Food has been quite good, but smaller than expected and inconsistent portions are the reason for docking 1 star. The portion of Hainan chicken is smaller than expected, and I separately noticed the table next to me had a maybe 20% bigger serving of char kway teow than my table. Roti is also small. Street/lot parking available. It's always busy and noise is moderate. read more

Came to Ipoh Kopitiam in Alhambra last Friday with my parents and it turned out to be such a comforting meal. We ordered the Laksa curry, Singaporean style Hainanese chicken rice, and the Char Kway Teow. All three dishes were solid, but the one that really stood out was the Hainanese chicken rice. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the rice was packed with flavor on its own. Once you add the sauces, everything just comes together perfectly. That was easily the most memorable dish of the night. Our second favorite was the Char Kway Teow. The flat noodles had great texture with a nice smoky wok flavor. It was savory, slightly sweet, and super satisfying. The Laksa curry was rich and comforting with a good balance of spice and coconut. Ambiance is your typical modern cafe and the noise level was moderate, so we could still talk comfortably. Service was a bit on the slower side, but that's pretty standard for the 626 so we weren't surprised. If you want to save some time, you can join the Yelp waitlist ahead of time which definitely helps minimize the wait. Parking can be difficult during lunch since the lot is small and shared with other businesses. Street parking is available, but you might have to walk a little. Overall, the food was amazing and I would definitely come back for the chicken rice and Char Kway Teow. read more

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Not too sure of this one. I came here unaware that lunch menu starts at 11am and breakfast menu was so different so we were underwhelmed. We didn't get to try all the popular dishes since by the time lunch was starting we were full. Breakfast menu is alright, very simple stuff like noodles, porridge, and a few other dishes but definitely come for lunch. Honestly, I think the dishes are overpriced for what it is for breakfast, porridge was so mushy and watery. The stir fry noodles were plain and lacked flavor. Select drinks are included with breakfast combos but if you get cold lemon tea then there's $1.50 extra, not sure why..must be some ice inflation. I recommend coming like 10:45am to join their waitlist. There's outdoor and indoor seating but very limited hence the long line. Beware extremely limited parking, everything seems to be reserved for the clinic. read more

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We've eaten here a handful of times already, mostly as take out because there is always a line out the door. We finally dined-in recently and managed to snap some photos of the dishes. Everything is delicious here, can't go wrong with the curry chicken, beef rendang, or Hainanese chicken rice. We came before 11am and they were only serving breakfast menu so we waited till after and ordered the lunch menu as well. The taste is very reminiscent of what we ate in Singapore, hence the constant line out the door. Don't sleep on the roti canai, very flavorful and addicting! read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Nasi lemak with beef rendang - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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This place is so popular and my friend and I were so lucky we didn't have to wait long for our table. I was craving chicken rice and she suggested this restaurant. It didn't disappoint Restaurant decor is your typical Asian restaurant, not over the top and clean. We got our orders right away. My dish was so delish! The toast with homemade Kaya and butter had the perfect crunch. Their prices are so reasonable, I'm going to add this to my fave list read more

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

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We're back!! Can't stay away from IPOH! All of their dishes are excellent! Their food is always consistently tasty and service is always fast and efficient. There is always a line but the line moves fast. read more

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Super fast service and super yummy food! Parking is in underground structure, not too bad, had a really positive experience. read more

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Firstly, breakfast does not have laksa noodles, fried kway teow and roti canai. They did have nice set options which allows you to try a variety of Malaysian specialties. The sets provide a choice of salty carb, protein, sweet carb and drink. We ordered 3 sets for 3 adults and shared everything which allowed all of us to try many items. I would return again just for this reason. It's a way to get a variety of comfort food and to share them with friends who are interested. For the salty carb, we had Nasi lemak, curry noodles and sticky chicken rice. For me the standout was the sambal in the Nasi lemak which was sweet with great anchovy flavor. The rice could have been more flavorful, the coconut milk/cream did not really stand out. The curry noodles and sticky rice were good as well, you can find these at Thai restaurants and dim sum places respectively. For the protein, we choose curry fishball, crispy tofu skin fishcake and spam. The crispy tofu skin was a hit especially soaked in a bit of curry as you eat. Note these proteins are fairly low in total protein, none of the set meals are high protein, they are high carb. For the sweet carb, we had pandan chiffon cake, pineapple bun (bolo bau) and toasted bread with Kaya. The last item did not taste as good without butter, otherwise all the desserts were great. I wished we had eaten them immediately upon serving as they taste better warm, and with dips of the coffee. As for the drinks, the coffee was not too sweet, which I appreciated. It did not come across as distinctively Malaysian, might have been a blend with Vietnamese coffee as it was very dark. I'm not sure that many would know the difference. Overall I was super happy to dine and would return again. But I would likely want to try the non-breakfast menu. read more

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This place brought me back to my awesome time in Singapore. I did not have much expectations for this place despite the long wait times and michelin recommendation signs on the door. Having had grown up in the area and eating chicken rice at another famous local place and in Singapore Hawker centers, this place was on par but did not stand out to me as better than those places. It was very good still, especially with tge bean sprouts and hot sauce. The star for me was the laksa dish. It was full of flavor. I didnt like that I had to peel the shrimp a little so I took 1 star off fir that. But the flavor was on point. The roti and curry was also very good. Not sure what the okra was for though. Overall, id come again but I dont think I'd wait more than 15 minutes for this place. The service was amazing though. They went above and beyond and couldn't have asked for better attention to our needs. read more

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

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Totally living the high expectation from all the stellar reviews and the extremely long waiting line. Super recommended to join the virtual waitlist 60-90 minutes from your planned dining time. Let me learn from my experience and don't repeat my mistake! My friends and I waited for good one hour before able to be seated. Yeah the venue was that busy on weekend lunch time. No wonder, price was decent for the huge portion and menu selection was rich; obviously Malaysian-themed and the vibes too felt like transport you somewhere else. We got their crowd's favorites like Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, and Hainanese Rice. Different variations there, yet we loved everything as they're flavorful on their own way and all the meats were juicy and tender. The curry and rendang were so rich in spice, the sauces were thick and flawlessly umami! The HK bun was decent, wouldn't call it my fave in town as I tried better one elsewhere, yet good enough if you're craving for one. Their Teh Tarik delivered very bold and slightly bitter tea flavor so would suit you best if you fancied your tea with strong kick. read more

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Definitely come for the hainan chicken so tender and juicy. The laksa was good but not as tasty as I hoped. Definitely go on a weekday non rush hours. Oh the Malaysian milk tea had me up all night! Busy and small restaurant too! read more

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Highly recommend joining waitlist online 1-2hrs ahead of time. Crazy fast turn around time, served everything within 5 minutes of ordering!! + Nasi Lemak w chicken curry ($16.95): large chicken thigh, savory curry. Only con was rice wasn't flavorful and bit dry (7.8/10) + Kaya toast w butter ($5.25): needs more Kaya, overpowered by the butter (6/10) read more

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Picked up a Hainan chicken rice and beef with stir fried noodle Togo for dinner. Took about 20 mins for my order. They were packed with people waiting for a table all the time. Both dishes were flavorful and delicious. Price point is reasonable too. $16 each. Friendly service. read more

Ipoh Kopitiam - Malaysian Near Me - Alhambra, California

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