I dropped into Danny’s Kopitiam for lunch and left with the unshakable feeling that I’d just eaten at the happiest intersection between Penang and paradise. The place hums with charm; part café, part time machine, and wholly delightful.
The combination hor fun was so good I briefly considered proposing to it, and the char kway teow had more personality than most dinner parties I’ve attended. It’s smoky, saucy, and slightly indecent, just the way noodles should be.
But the real star of the show )the prima donna of the dessert world) is the sago pudding. It arrived modestly, glistening like a diplomat’s handshake, and tasted like summer got a postgraduate degree in comfort.
The service? Impeccable. The kind of warmth that makes you feel like you’ve wandered into a relative’s kitchen, the one who actually likes you.
Danny’s Kopitiam isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an argument for joy. And like all great arguments, I left full, happy, and entirely convinced.
Dannys Kopitiam - 264 Blackburn Road
Baggage Claim Philosopher - 3 months ago
Returning to this restaurant after more than 10 years, the same tasty dishes and friendly owners make me feel at home.
This place will be my canteen for lunch 4 days a week.
Long Dragon Dumpling House - 322 Kings Way
Ling Yuan - 6 months ago
Would have missed this if it wasn't for Google Map. Pleasantly surprised to find an Malaysian eatery above Clayton Hotel, next to the train line.
Clean and spacious restaurant, friendly service.
Food was delicious. Nice to see that I could choose the spicy level for the Mee Goreng too!
Curry chicken that came with the nasi lemak was particularly thick and not too hot.
I like that their Laksa came with a generous serve of tofu too.
Malaysia Garden - 4/317-319 Clayton Road
J K - 2 months ago
Solid value, generous portions, with room for small improvements
I had a really enjoyable meal at Nan Yang Express Hawthorn. I especially liked the braised pork trotter rice, which was rich and comforting, as well as the fish fillet thin noodles, clean in flavour and very satisfying.
The portion sizes are generous, and with most dishes sitting around $20 per person, this place strikes a very reasonable balance between value for money and taste. It’s not flashy food, but it’s honest, filling, and well executed.
The food was served very quickly, which was a big plus — though this may also be because we were among the first customers to arrive.
That said, there is some room for improvement in the dining experience. I had to spend a bit of time finding the menu, as no one introduced the ordering process, and cutlery was self-serve in a designated area, which wasn’t explained either. Once you know the system it’s fine, but clearer guidance would make the first visit smoother.
Overall, still a solid and affordable option, and definitely worth a try, especially if you enjoy comforting, no-nonsense meals.
Nan Yang Express - 10/672 Glenferrie Rd
G - 2 months ago
The No. 58 Laksa Beef was delicious and came in a very generous bowl.
The No. 5 Pho was amazing, with a large portion as well.
The No. 99 Fried Tofu was excellent and the serving size was big.
The No. 28 Spring Rolls were perfectly crispy and tasted great wrapped with fresh lettuce.
Paired with a mango mousse drink — absolutely perfect! 😍