Quick Bite: Malacca

Quick Bite is a new series of curated lists on where to eat around the world. This edition highlights Malacca, a melting pot of history and culinary diversity—from the ancient spice trade to the intermingling of Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial influences with beloved local cuisine.

With your next stay at Casa del Rio—our partner hotel in Malacca—benefit from these foodie insights, gathered from Chef Malcolm Lee of Michelin-starred Candlenut and our own Comoclubbers' recommendations about their favourite restaurants. Here are the top three:

1. Restoran Baba Ang:

A converted home offering authentic Peranakan cuisine such as ayam pongteh, beef rendang and ikan cili garam amidst Peranakan decor and memorabilia. This restaurant is popular with locals and visitors alike, so book in advance to avoid disappointment.

2. Peranakan Mansion:

Dine in a tastefully transformed Peranakan museum, complete with must-try dishes like kueh pie tee and spare ribs buah keluak. To get the most of the restaurant's ambiance, locals recommend you reserve a table on the first floor.

3. Jonker Street:

No trip to Malacca is complete without exploring Jonker Street—a lively area brimming with historical architecture, eclectic antique shops, and a tantalising array of delicacies like satay, otak-otak, cendol, and the famous chicken rice ball.

These establishments, curated by our own community, are a testament to a deep-rooted passion for local cuisine. For the traveller seeking authentic tastes and tales, Malacca beckons.

Book Casa del Rio in Malacca for your next epicurean getaway and earn Comocredits for your stay.