cafe mai chek mai — Restaurant in Selangor

It’s an open cafe/restaurant serving traditional Malaysian cuisine. I couldn’t wait to try some of the dishes I used to eat while growing up in Malaysia. I still remember the taste. I wish I could pack some to take home to NY but it’s impossible. Even any frozen product made in Malaysia doesn’t taste the same as freshly made. It’s a self-serving place, so I picked what I craved the most, and brought it to the cashier so she could take note of the final bill later. Lunch wasn’t busy, so our dining experience went smoothly. I had grilled fish, prawns, pickles, salted egg, sambal and some raw herbs. I ate them with tomato rice. They prepared four types of rice. There were too many selections but I picked the simplest and the traditional Malay style cooking that I could enjoy and what Malaysian cooking is known for: grilled fish and seafood dishes! Chicken dishes were awesome, but I know how to make some. The flavor and taste of fresh fish and seafood are unbeatable. That “sambal” was the secret of all. I can’t get them at Malaysian restaurants in NY, so I hunted them down while I was in Malaysia lol! The family who runs the business is lovely. Malaysians are known for their hospitality. They make you feel at home. Also, what was important was that my Dad loved the prawns here. We enjoyed our meals and were very thankful for the food. I’m glad that my younger brother recommended this place. It...

enjoying a diverse and tasty Malaysian meal! Daging Masak Hitam: This is a flavorful Malaysian beef dish cooked with black soy sauce and various spices, resulting in a dark, rich sauce.

Ayam Masak Merah: Ayam means chicken in Malay, and Ayam Masak Merah is a chicken dish cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce, giving it a reddish hue.

Sayur Pineapple: Sayur refers to vegetables, and this dish likely features pineapple and vegetables in a flavorful sauce, providing a sweet and tangy taste.

Rojak Buah: Rojak is a popular Malaysian fruit salad, often combining a variety of fruits with a sweet and spicy shrimp paste sauce for a unique blend of flavors.

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Food was ok, multiple choices of local dishes and its self service. Clean with sufficient hand washing sinks available, quite like the shop location with the trees all around. It is a little hidden and frequented by those living in the area, enjoyed the experience and worth a visit if in the area. Come appropritely dressed for...