I swung by this little kopitiam after a friend recommended their roast meats and strong Ipoh coffee, and I left with a full belly and a stupid little grin. The place isn’t trying to be fancy it’s one of those honest, no-frills spots where the food does all the talking. I ordered three things that seemed like the safe, delicious bets: Char Siew Rice, Roasted Pork Rice (siew yuk), and their Signature Ipoh Kopi Kaw Kaw. Here’s how it went.
First Impressions
The table looked like every good hawker table should: a scattering of plates, a small bowl of clear soup, dipping sambal, and a steaming mound of fragrant rice. The setting felt casual and familiar restaurant or kopitiam, depending on the hour but what matters most here was the food arriving hot and smelling wonderful.
Char Siew Rice — sticky-sweet, slightly smoky, utterly comforting
The char siew arrived in neat slices, glossy and lacquered. The exterior had that appealing caramelized sheen; the edges were slightly charred in places, giving a whisper of smoke. Each slice balanced sweet and savory — not syrupy, but with enough honeyed glaze to sing when paired with the rice.
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Texture-wise the char siew was tender without being limp. You could see the grain of the pork and the fat had a soft, melt-in-your-mouth quality. The real star, though, was the fragrant rice — the plate description said “fragrance rice,” and it really did smell like it. Fluffy, slightly oily (in the right way), and seasoned just enough to play second fiddle to the meat.
A bite of char siew + rice + a dab of the house sambal was one of those simple, perfect mouthfuls: sweet-salty, lightly smoky, with a tiny chilli wake at the end. Classic, well executed.
Roasted Pork Rice (Siew Yuk) — that crackling, crunchy dream
If you’re coming for crackling, this is your plate. The roasted pork came sliced into thick slabs with a clearly defined crispy skin layer on top, a thin fatty band, and meaty flesh below. The skin gave a satisfying crackle under the fork; the fat layer rendered into silky richness rather than greasiness; the meat itself stayed succulent.
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What I liked was the balance — not too salty, and the sauce pooled on the plate wasn’t overpowering. It feels like the kind of siew yuk that respects the traditional technique: crisp skin, juicy meat, and a simple soy-based glaze to tie it together. Eat this while it’s hot for the best texture contrast.
Signature Ipoh Kopi Kaw Kaw — bold, aromatic, and made for people who mean business
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Then there was the coffee: a glass of Ipoh Kopi Kaw Kaw (the name basically says “strong strong” in the most endearing way). It arrived iced, deep brown, with a frothy top. The first sip hit with rich roasted notes — malty, slightly bitter, and unmistakably robust. This isn’t a delicate pour-over; it’s unapologetic, full-bodied kopi with a comforting sweetness and enough backbone to stand up to all the fatty roast pork.
If you’re used to diluted café-style coffee, this will wake you up. Bring it together with your roasted pork bites and you’ve got a very satisfying combo: the coffee cuts through the richness and refreshes your palate between bites.
Practical Notes & Tips
What to order:
Char Siew Rice and Roasted Pork Rice are both excellent choices. If you love bold coffee, order the Signature Ipoh Kopi Kaw Kaw.
How to eat it:
Alternate bites of crispy siew yuk with the char siew to enjoy contrasting textures. Sip the kopi in between to cleanse the palate.
Atmosphere:
Casual, busy, and very much a local-style meal. Good for quick lunches or a relaxed dinner.
- Address: 90, Jln Pudu, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Everyday at 7.30 am–9.00 pm
- Payment: Cash and DuitNow QR
Final Thoughts
This is comfort food done right: honest, well-made roast meats, fragrant rice, and coffee that actually tastes like coffee. It’s not trying to be cutting-edge — it’s playing on tradition and doing it well. Whether you’re craving lacquered char siew, satisfying crackling, or a serious cup of kopi, this spot serves up all three with warmth and no fuss.
Next time I’m back I’ll order double the roasted pork and maybe sneak in another glass of that Kopi Kaw Kaw. Highly recommended if you love classic roast-meat rice plates and bold local coffee.
