Best Yong Tau Foo in Johor Bahru (JB)

The brainchild of husband and wife from Kuala Lumpur who missed their hometown delicacy so much, they rolled up their sleeves and teamed up with Homeland Yong Tau Foo from Ampang, then started churning out YTF that is nothing short of spectacular. The assorted goodness is generously stuffed with Mackerel paste with a tinge of starch then boiled to perfection. The stuffed bitter gourd, brinjal, ladies finger and tofu are delicious and if you need a deep-fried party too –fried tofu crisps filled with fish paste and fried wanton stuffed with carrot, fish and “wood ear” fungus are spot on. 

Among the leading contenders in the Yong Tau Foo scene and it’s habitually filled with hordes of clienteles. Upon walking in, be astounded by a parade of palatable morsels that are filled the traditional Hakka way - fresh minced mackerel fish, salted fish and pork. Once you’re done cherry-picking, it’s loaded into a sumptuous soup that is made from stock bones and soybeans. The broth lends a savoury kick and a little salty too, in a good way. To further evoke your appetite; be sure of pairing these poofy pearls with a bowl of yellow noodles – tossed with soy and lard sauce, which work wonders with the YTF. To know how fresh your meal is, you can actually witness it being done before your eyes. 

Reaping up reputations as one of the best spots to savour fish ball noodles, this renowned restaurant is commonly filled to the brim and it’s worth ogling for an empty table. The real deal here is coupling their signature noodles with a hearty bowl of Yong Tau Foo to elevate your meal to a further degree. They are never skimp on the filling and the flavour from the broth is slurp-worthy too. For a dose of spiciness, dabble in their chilli sauce or chopped chillies. 

Don’t be deterred by the unassuming outlook of the eatery as you’ll find one of the finest Yong Tao Foo which is easy on the wallet too. During weekends, the YTF stall always has a long queue that stretches across the length of the stall itself. Expect no fillings but the bevy of ingredients is sure to charm your taste buds, especially the crabsticks and sausages. Notch up the bowl with assorted vegetables and dip in their pleasantly spicy sauce. 

Not the first place that comes to mind for a Yong Tau Foo but it’s a must-visit. Nestled within a lively food court, you can easily spot tables graced with platters of YTF. With a fabulous fare to choose from, there are both deep-fried and boiled versions filled with their delectable paste and sprinkled with chopped spring onions. It looks so enticing when it’s placed before you, you might opt for another plate instead of looking at other options in the food court. 

Hailed as the cognoscenti of fish ball noodle, AK Noodles House needs no introduction in Johor Bahru. Aside from the impeccably good noodles, their Yong Tau Foo is also cornering the headlines as variety is the main draw here. The best seller curry YTF is a gorgeous looking dish that offers a medley of savoury and spicy whirlwind on your palate along artisanal handmade YTF which is stuffed with addictive filling. You can also opt for the regular boiled version which is served with a treacly sauce or turn a little sinful with their deep-fried morsels. If you’re a fan of Yong Tao Foo, you’re in seventh heaven. 

A new must-visit place for Yong Tau Foo is here! ChangLai Yong Tau Foo, situated at Jalan Bestari 1/5, is very easily noticeable from the main road. Starting from only RM1.30 per piece, this Yong Tau Foo place is surely an affordable place for lunch or dinner!