Best Mee Rebus in Johor Bahru (JB)

Nestled amidst lush greenery, this renowned restaurant soaks up with authentic nature charm, offering respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Tuck yourself beneath thatched-roof dining space and order their Mee Rebus Tulang, a dish that is about to blow your mind. Two large lamb shank bones lay on a bed of yellow noodles and bean sprouts, doused in murky broth and drizzled with chopped chilies as well as dried shrimps. Well, a straw is also provided to extract out all the goodness from the revered bone. You also opt for slivers of meat to be added to the mouthwatering dish and squeeze the wedge of lime for some additional zest. 

With numerous branches across Johor, Haji Wahid’s Mee Rebus is hailed as the reigning champions of Mee Rebus, therefore leaving the state without pampering your taste buds with a recipe safeguarded since 1918 would be close to a crime. Among the most-buzzed stall is burrowed between stalls in Plaza Angsana and it's constantly swamped with patrons. The soul of the dish is the gravy, thanks to heirloom recipes; their version is rather thicker and nuttier, by infusing more groundnuts. It’s copiously ladled over the egg noodles, crunchy bean sprouts, hard-boiled eggs, chilies and ground dried shrimps. You’ll certainly be yearning for another plate. 

Recipe’s rooted from the family of Haji Wahid, this joint needs no introduction in Johor Bahru, ranked among the virtuosos of Mee Rebus. A giant lamb shank bone is set amidst rich and flavourful gravy, loaded with yellow noodles, bean sprouts, eggs and grounded dried shrimps. The culinary creation is then perked up with splashes of chopped chilies and spring onions. Using the straw to seep out all those meaty richness while slurping up strands of savoury coated noodles are impeccable. 

Abide by the demands of younger generation and cafe nomads, this cafe is located a stone’s throw away from Angsana Mall. Exposed brick walls, artistic decors, wooden tables and chairs add comfy vibes. The menu is devoted to pleasing those who are hankering for Malaysian delights, where Mee Rebus is among the stellar. Served on a banana leaf supported by basket beneath, yellow noodles, bean sprouts, chopped chilies, slices of hard-boiled eggs and dried shrimp are blanketed with glorious gravy.