强记肉骨茶 Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh — Restaurant in Johor

Kiang Kee BAK Kut Teh: A Blast From The Past With Seriously Strong Flavors

Rating:

• Food: 5/5 (Seriously flavorful and generous portions)

• Service: 4/5 (Simple, friendly, and efficient)

• Atmosphere: 4.5/5 (Nostalgic and charming)

Overall: 4.5/5

Donkey and his biker friends, have been regulars at Kiang Kee BAK Kut Teh for years. This isn’t just a place to eat; it’s an experience. It transports you back to a different era of Singapore with its old-school charm and traditional cooking methods.

Stepping into Kiang Kee is like stepping back in time. The standalone building, reminiscent of a traditional atap house, has a simple yet inviting atmosphere. You order at the counter, grab a seat, and soon the food arrives. The warmth and friendliness of the service add to the charm of this place.

The star of the show is undoubtedly their herbal bak kut teh. This isn’t your average, run-of-the-mill bak kut teh. It’s seriously strong, bursting with flavor that warms you right to your core, the perfect pick-me-up after a chilly morning ride. The broth is rich and complex, and the meat is incredibly tender. What makes this place truly special is their generous portions and bottomless soup refills. Whether you order the kidney soup, pork liver soup, or the bak kut teh, they’ll happily replenish your bowl as much as you want.

But the goodness doesn't stop there. Kiang Kee also offers a variety of other dishes, all cooked to perfection using traditional charcoal methods. From pig trotters to kidney and liver, their menu is a testament to old-school Singaporean cuisine. And to top it off, the prices are super reasonable, making it a real bargain for the quality.

We love bringing our biker friends here. The route is pretty fun with plenty of corners to keep things interesting, especially if you're an early bird with no traffic. I always enjoy the ride, and we have a blast catching up over delicious food.

While the bathroom might not be the most modern, sometimes a little old-school charm adds to the experience.

Overall, Kiang Kee BAK Kut Teh is a must-try for anyone who loves good, old-fashioned bak kut teh. It’s a nostalgic and delicious experience that reminds us of the good old days, and we can’t...

Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh (强记肉骨茶) is located at Batu 8, Jalan Mawai, Kampung Haji Mohd Jambi, 81900 Kota Tinggi, Johor, Malaysia. Yup, you read that right, Kota Tinggi. Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh is actually an hour’s drive away from Johor Bahru. So the big question is whether Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh is worth the one hour drive, if you’re not enroute to anywhere further up north. That is to say, is Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh, in Kota Tinggi, worth a day trip in itself? This time, we found out…

Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh opens from from 730am to 2pm daily except for Mondays and Tuesdays. Hence, we thought it could be a day trip for us to arrive early and have breakfast before spending the rest of the day in Johor Bahru. The drive to Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh was relatively smooth on a Saturday morning but because of the jam on the Causeway, we were only able to arrive in the late morning. Early lunch was in order.

If you’re coming from Johor, you’ll find Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh to be on the right side of the road. Parking is available on the gravel spaces next Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh. After walking into the premise, you’ll first head towards a small little station where you’ll see some menus and that’s also where you’d make orders for your meal.

It was here that we made our orders at Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh

– 1 person Bak Kut Teh (16RM) – 1 person Braised Pork Knuckle (14RM) – Additional You Tiao (Fritters – 2RM) – Can Drinks (2.5RM) – 2 bowls of rice (unknown)

First, the Bak Kut Teh at Kiang Kee. The Bak Kut Teh arrived at our table piping hot. The soup was still bubbling and the fragrance was exuding into the ambient air around us. It was great. Initially, we thought that the soup would be rather herbly but we found it to be only mildly herbal and mostly fragrant. Yum. Next, we moved on to the ingredients. There were several pieces of pork ribs in the soup – 4 generous pieces and they were very tender as you can see from the photo above. Within the soup, you’ll also find tau kee (fried beancurd skin), enoki and button mushroom. Ingredients-wise, it was generous. Hence, if you’re here to try out the different dishes, 1 person portion would be good for 2 to share...

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Location & Ambiance Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh is located along Jalan Kota Tinggi in Johor, Malaysia, offering a rustic, laid-back setting in a semi-open-air environment. The eatery’s charm lies in its traditional village-style dining with basic wooden tables and benches, giving it a nostalgic, authentic feel. The location is a bit off the beaten path, which adds to its charm but can also make it difficult to reach without personal transport.

Food Quality The star of the show is, of course, the Bak Kut Teh. Kiang Kee serves the traditional herbal version, which has a rich and fragrant broth made from a secret blend of Chinese herbs and spices. The soup is full-bodied, deeply flavorful, and not overly greasy, which sets it apart from other places. The pork ribs are tender, fall-off-the-bone, and soak up the flavors of the soup well. The clay pot style they use enhances the warmth and presentation, keeping the broth hot throughout the meal.

They also offer sides like youtiao (fried dough sticks), vegetables, and braised tofu, all of which complement the Bak Kut Teh well.

Service While the food is exceptional, the service can be a bit slow, especially during peak hours. The long queues and waiting times are expected due to its popularity, particularly on weekends. However, the staff is generally friendly, and the food’s quality makes the wait worth it for many.

Price The prices at Kiang Kee are slightly higher compared to other Bak Kut Teh stalls, but it's justified by the portion sizes and quality. It's a good value for the experience of enjoying a traditional, well-cooked Bak Kut Teh in a cozy setting.

Overall Experience Kiang Kee Bak Kut Teh is a must-visit for Bak Kut Teh enthusiasts. The combination of authentic flavors, traditional cooking methods, and rustic ambiance makes it a unique dining experience in Johor. Be prepared for the wait, but if you’re a fan of hearty, herbal broths and tender pork ribs, it’s well...