Malaymas

Unassuming storefront on St Georges Road—blink and you drive right past. But step inside Malaymas. Real-deal, traditional Malaysian cooking at fiercely reasonable prices. Serious noodle chasers traverse the entire city just for a plate of their Char Kway Teow. It hits the table humming with ultra wok hei—smoky, deeply complex, perfectly textured, zero greasy aftermath. The Hainanese chicken? Shockingly tender, served in massive portions that spark fierce loyalty among Fitzroy North diners. Expect a knockout, rich coconut-based curry laksa—spike it with a heavy dose of their fiery sambal for maximum impact. Start with the genuinely homemade curry puffs and masterfully marinated skewers. Finish with a towering ice kacang drenched in brilliant rose syrup. Relentlessly cozy vibe. Staff that treat you like family. Phenomenal plates all around.