Banana cake and charcoal-oven loaves on Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, old JB. A first stop if you cross from Singapore and want something that is not a mall food court. Not Michelin-listed.
Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, Johor Bahru
Hiap Joo Bakery & Biscuit is not listed in Michelin Guide Malaysia. It is included as an iconic Johor food stop — the Guide only inspects Kuala Lumpur and Penang.
A 1940s JB kopitiam: Hainanese pork chop, toast, and coffee. Walkable from Hiap Joo, so the two pin together for a morning in old Johor Bahru.
Jalan Trus, Johor Bahru
Restoran Hua Mui is not listed in Michelin Guide Malaysia. It is included as an iconic Johor food stop — the Guide only inspects Kuala Lumpur and Penang.
Nasi ambeng — a shared Javanese tray of rice, sambal, and sides. A JB lunch that is not available in the Michelin KL/Penang list.
Taman Johor Jaya, Johor Bahru
Restoran Haji Wak is not listed in Michelin Guide Malaysia. It is included as an iconic Johor food stop — the Guide only inspects Kuala Lumpur and Penang.
Roadside Ramly burgers in central Johor Bahru, a late snack after the kopitiams. The pin is the town centre, not one surveyed cart.
Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru Ramly Burger is not listed in Michelin Guide Malaysia. It is included as an iconic Johor food stop — the Guide only inspects Kuala Lumpur and Penang.