Best Bak Kut Teh in KL

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Literally translated as “meat bone tea”, Bak Kut Teh is a favourite Malaysian comfort food. Who could actually resist the temptation of piping hot broth filled with pork meat and bones, mushrooms, Chinese cabbage and tofus? As good as it sounds, a good bowl of BKT offers several layer of taste, texture and aroma. And all you need is a mound of white rice to get you going. Thankfully, Kuala Lumpur has some of the best BKT spots that might sound like a direct invitation during the perfect cold weather or any sort of family and friends gathering. Metaphorically, it’s a heaven in a bowl/claypot. Happy slurping!

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    Restoran Yu YiNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Yu Yi serves BKT that is embedded with history. From a modest stall in 1984, YuYi has expanded to three restaurants. Their BKT is affordable but most importantly delicious. Their broth is light with a slightly sweet aftertaste as most teow chew style BKT are. Their meat is equally cut into similar sizes with fresh mushrooms and tofu. They also have a variety of sides to feed a family. Their sides include Yellow-Wine Chicken, Steamed Fish Head, Pepper Soup Stomach, Thick Soy Sauce Pork Leg, Sweet and Sour Pork Leg, and more!

    Tips

    Order one less portion than you expect (they are usually generous)

    Things to expect

    Friendly and quick service

    Best with

    Steamed fish head!

    Price

    RM14.00 to RM25.00

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    Restoran Yu Yi View restaurant

    No.53-6, Jalan Barat, Off Jalan Imbi, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    0321456416

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    08:30AM—08:30PM
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    Son In Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Son In Bak Kut Teh is famously known to serve great innards in their BKT. This is a restaurant that looks humble and isn’t fancy what-so-ever as their BKT speaks as their best marketing tool. It’s affordable, tasty, and full of aroma. The meat and broth in the dish is average but at their price, it’s satisfying and let's just say, there won't be any left once you try it. The uniqueness of their BKT is the Chinese wine and ginger they put it in. Budget onlookers this one is for you! 

    Tips

    Get your refills!

    Things to expect

    Alfresco dining

    Best with

    Oily rice

    Price

    RM10.00 to RM20.00

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    Restoran Son In Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    Jalan Ipoh (Opposite Wisma Tan Chong), Pekeliling, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 50400, City Center, Kuala Lumpur
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    0123852825

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    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
    12:00PM—09:30PM
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    Nam Seng Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Nam Seng Bak Kut Teh is another great place to be if you're craving for pork. Quite amazingly, they're famed for their ribs instead of other cuts of meat. Just that alone in a bowl of piping hot soup somehow just makes everything a whole lot better. That is not to say that ribs are the only way to go, but it certainly is well worth the choice when you're choosing for your cut of meat. All and all, the broth poise a rich, sweet and delicate flavour while the pork pieces are all done to tender perfection.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A rather small and unhygienic restaurant

    Best with

    Hot or cold tea.

    Price

    RM10.00 to RM30.00

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    Nam Seng Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    A 18, Ground FLoor, Lot 3097, Batu 4 1/2, Jalan Klang Lama, 58000, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
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    013-6070618

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    Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    06:00PM—02:00AM
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    Pao Xiang Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Pao Xiang is widely known for their string tied meat and complex broths. Their BKT is full of flavours with varieties of mushrooms, dried toufu, fried toufu puffs, and more. This hearty dish has pork chunks that are chewy, flavourful and wonderful, especially on a rainy day. The great thing about Pao Xiang is the consistency of their food which has led to several branches today. You will almost always get the same delicious dish at the same size every time you visit them. A hearty meal for those willing!

    Tips

    Try their variety of mushrooms

    Things to expect

    Tender meat

    Best with

    Toufu puffs

    Price

    RM13.00 to RM34.00

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    Pao Xiang Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    C4.01.00, Level 4, 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    0321486388

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    10:00AM—10:00PM
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    Restaurant Bak Kut Teh Kim TekNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Bak Kut Teh Kim Tek is a breakfast BKT restaurant in Kepong Indah that serves a thick, gelatinous claypot Bak Kut Teh that is worth waking up for. They are often packed as early as the shutters are open; their broths are cooked in large pots and have an intense meaty infused flavour. The sai kuat or also known as small bone, will practically fall off the bone at the slightest touch. For optimal joy to your palate, throw in Chinese crullers and fried bean curd cubes into the mix. Set your alarm and get up early for this as they start their daily operation at 5 in the morning!

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    Packed restaurant with an aromatic environment.

    Best with

    Hot Chinese Tea.

    Price

    RM15.00 to RM40.00

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    Restoran Kim Tek Bak Kut Teh 金得好味肉骨茶 View restaurant

    26, Jalan 3/1 A, Taman Kepong Indah,, 68100, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
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    0362765545

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    06:00AM—02:00PM
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    Sun Fong Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    In the heart of the city, Sun Fong offers a BKT experience with indoor and alfresco dining. Their layout is clean cut and welcoming, ideal for large gatherings. They are known to serve a killer pork kidney and meat with big portions. Something unique Sun Fong serves in their seafood bak kut teh, which is tasty and fresh compared to the traditional thick overpowering flavour of pork (Which we love!). Also, a host of sides that are vying for equal attention. The best part? They have free refills of their tasty broth!

    Tips

    Alcohol is served here

    Things to expect

    Clean and slightly pricey

    Best with

    Pork kidney!

    Price

    RM20.00 to RM46.00

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    Sun Fong Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    37, Medan Imbi, Imbi , 55100, City Center, Kuala Lumpur
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    0321414064

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    07:00AM—11:00PM
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    Fatty Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Fatty BKT at Old Klang Road is one of those stalls you might miss if you’re driving by. Inside there are three stations that specialise in different food. There are stir-fried dishes, Cantonese-styled steamed fish head and bak kut teh. They open at 6pm and close at 5am. This would be the perfect place for those out for supper or trying to sober up. Their broth can be salty and should be eaten with rice. Order up their tender small intestines, wine chicken and pig's tail. A satisfying BKT experience.

    Tips

    Opens at 6pm onwards

    Things to expect

    Quick service

    Best with

    You char kwai

    Price

    RM13.00 to RM20.00

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    Fatty Bak Kut Teh & FIsh Head View restaurant

    4 ½, 5, Batu, Jalan Klang Lama, Pusat Dagangan 3rd Mile Square, 58100, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
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    0123660035

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    Every day
    04:00PM—10:00PM
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    Ah Hee Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    There are plenty of things to savour in Imbi, and Ah Hee Bak Kut Teh is certainly one of them. On first glance, the restaurant may not look like much with its green signage and rather obscure looking interior. However, all that will change once you've tried out their bak kut teh. To start, the broth is nice and clear, though not translucent, it isn't as murky. Despite that, it still packs in a good amount of flavour which many other restaurant fails to deliver. A dry variant is also available, so just pick your poison.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A rather huge restaurant with plenty to choose from.

    Best with

    Hot or cold tea.

    Price

    RM15.00 to RM30.00

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    Ah Hee Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    33-A, Medan Imbi, Pudu, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    03-21451911

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    07:30AM—02:00PM
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    Ban Lee Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Ban Lee Bak Kut Teh is one of the few 24-hour BKT joints and we absolutely love them for that. This is a wonderful place for a quick meal or casual dinner. Their BKT has a strong herbal taste with Chinese wine. Stuck in a dark alley, you still won’t miss their red sign board and a teeming crowd that welcomes you to this Kuala Lumpur comfort food. Their small and soft bones are tender but still has a good bite and its best devoured with regular condiments like Chinese crullers and tau fu pokA great place for late eaters!

    Tips

    Avoid their fu chok (known to have an odd taste to them)

    Things to expect

    Fast service and clean restaurant

    Best with

    Small bone

    Price

    RM10.00 to RM20.00

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    Ban Lee Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    222, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 51200, City Center, Kuala Lumpur
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    012-2036865

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    05:30AM—03:30PM
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    05:30PM—03:30AM
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    The BarnNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    The Claypot Bak Kut Teh at The Barn certainly delivers in terms of aroma. When you first pop the lid off the pot, steam with the smell of stewed pork pieces in an aromatic herb stew base hits you instantly. In terms of ingredients, this bowl has kept it fairly simple, with pork ribs, three-layer pork pieces, lean meat and Chinese lettuce. As far as flavour is concerned, this pot of herbal porcine stew skews to a lighter flavour as opposed to the rich and heavy flavours that are commonplace with this dish. It is also great that the flavour of the soup has been absorbed by all the ingredients. On top of that, the pork is soft, tender and easy to pull off the bone.

    Tips

    Handle the pot carefully as it is very hot.

    Things to expect

    A small bowl of rice and a side of garlic and chopped chillis in soy sauce are served alongside the pot.

    Best with

    Add garlic and chopped chillis in soy sauce for more of a kick and added flavour.

    Price

    RM35.00

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    The Barn @ 1MK View restaurant

    G-2, G-3 & G-26, Ground Floor, 1 Mont Kiara Mall, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Perekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    0362115620

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    Every day
    12:00PM—12:00AM
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    Ka Ka Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Ka Ka Bak Kut Teh is known as one of the most popular BKT restaurants in Kepong. They have been unofficially crowned as the 'King of BKT' and they have a pretty solid reason to that. The thick, rich and savoury sauce with a minor herbal undertone works well with those who can't accept the herbal-ish essence, but still flavourful enough to pack a punch. It is also served with generous chunks of pork, according to what kind of cuts you enjoy most; be it fat, lean or mix. All and all, this is a great place to enjoy the dry-form bak kut teh.

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A spacious restaurant with seats up till the parking area.

    Best with

    Hot tea.

    Price

    RM14.00

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    Ka Ka Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    Jln Besar Kepong, Taman Kepong, 52100, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    012-6380445

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    04:30PM—04:30AM
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    Yik See Ho Bak Kut Teh

    Bak Kut Teh that will be made out fresh and good herbal smell. Meats involved in the soup are all meaty and bouncy when you bite in it too. This place will definitely be one of the best choice to try Bak Kut Teh at. 

    Tips

    Parking will be slightly challenging as it is located opposite a primary school.

    Things to expect

    Fresh bak kut teh soup.

    Best with

    Herbal Tea.

    Price

    RM7.00 to RM20.00

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    Yik See Ho Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    20, Jalan Landak, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    0127892293

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    Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    11:00AM—11:00PM
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    Kheong Kee Bak Kut TehNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Local Bak Kut Teh that serves not only pork but also chicken. Soup is flavorful with herbal smell and the meats they serve in each pot is generous enough. Give it a try!

    Tips

    Able to make reservation for table.

    Things to expect

    Clean and neat environment to dine in at.

    Best with

    Herbal Tea.

    Price

    RM14.00 to RM21.00

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    Kheong Kee Bak Kut Teh View restaurant

    70G & 70A, Jalan Pandan Indah 4/6b, Pandan Indah, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor
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    0342924576

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    10:30AM—01:00AM
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    B.A.J CafeNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

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    Tips

    Don't be scared of the cheese bak kut teh as it is a must try!

    Things to expect

    Cheap prices!

    Best with

    Cheese Bak Kut Teh!

    Price

    RM4.90 to RM14.00

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    B.A.J Cafe View restaurant

    Jalan Genting Kelang, 20, Jalan Prima Setapak 3,Taman Setapak, 53300, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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    0189888766

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