5 Best fish & chips spots in Kuala Lumpur

Crisp & Golden: The 5 best fish & chips spots in KL

Sarah Khan

14 Nov 2016

Look no further for golden crispy batter and fluffy chips!

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The Magnificent Fish and Chips Bar
This bar and restaurant concept specialises in fish & chips of all varieties. Their signature fish & chips dish comes with different options available - from butterfish to silvercod - so you'll be spoiled for choice in the different ways you get to enjoy it.

The minute you sink your knife into the fish, the crispy, golden crust gives way and the actual fish tenderly flakes apart, indicating how fresh it is. If you're in the area and in the mood for a good binge, The Magnificent Fish and Chips Bar is definitely a must-try!

28 Chankat Bukit Bintang
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: The Magnificent Fish and Chips Bar (Facebook)
2/5
Munching Mob
Munching Mob is a casual contemporary cafe located in Bukit Jalil. While its menu has a few dishes worth trying, its fish & chips definitely tops the list. The deliciously flaky and tender fish is coated and fried in a savoury, light and crispy batter, and served with a side of fries, salad and tangy tartare sauce. All in all, it's a simple, classic and immensely satisfying dish you'd definitely enjoy anytime.

No.12A, Ground Floor, Aked Esplanad, Jalan Jalil Perkasa 14, Bukit Jalil
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Munching Mob Cafe (Facebook)
3/5
Ben’s
The fish & chips served at Ben's definitely does this iconic London dish justice. The fish is fried in a crispy, savoury golden batter and served with a side of chips, fresh coleslaw and homemade tartare sauce, in a cone-shaped parchment paper to absorb any excess oil.

6.11.00 & E6.11.00, 6th Floor, Pavilion KL Shopping Mall, 168 Jln Bukit Bintang
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Ben's by BIG (Facebook)
4/5
Nemo Cafe
Located in Plaza Mont Kiara, this quaint cafe specialises in fish & chips which draws in a regular nearly full-house lunchtime crowd (testimony to how good the food is)!

The fish & chips here comes served in a wrapped paper packaging convenient for dining in and taking out, reminiscent of how the dish is served in pubs abroad. You have the choice of having it either battered or grilled, and the portions are perfectly cooked and generous in serving.

LG 9-10 One Mont Kiara, No. 1 Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Nemo Cafe (Facebook)
5/5
Merchant’s Lane
This stunning, rustic cafe was actually once a former Petaling Street brothel that has now been turned into the ultimate Instagram-worthy food spot.

If you're in the mood for something a little different from your traditional fish & chips, you might want to head down to Merchant's Lane and opt for their plump and flaky Salmon Fish & Chips. If not, the classic Fish & Chips here is pretty good as well, served with a delicious salad and two generous portions of crispy, golden hashbrowns. Mmm, delicious.

No, 150 Jalan Petaling
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Merchant's Lane

When you are in the mood for a good old comfort food binge, nothing quite does the job like a hearty plate of fish & chips. This dish, consisting of fried battered fish and hot chips (a culinary match made in heaven, if you ask us) is one of London’s most loved and best known dishes. Crispy, savoury and wondrously comforting, a classic plate of golden brown fish & chips is hard to resist when done right.

Good news: you can get a taste of this British favourite right here in Kuala Lumpur. We’ve done the legwork for you and scoured the city for the best fish & chips spots that we’re confident you’ll love as well. Head up to our gallery above to check out which fish & chips is next on your food agenda!

Sarah Khan

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