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Chinese restaurant in Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala
What should I order at Malaya Restaurant?
What to order
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Chilly Chicken
Mentioned multiple times as tasty, spicy, garlicky, and authentically Chinese; reviewers also praised its good portion size and strong flavor.
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Mixed Noodles
Highlighted as very filling, well-seasoned, and a classic Indo-Chinese dish with generous portions.
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Schezwan Noodles
Praised for being really good, with reviewers also noting the restaurant serves it in generous portions.
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Fried Rice
Recommended for its consistent taste and authentic Chinese flavor; one review specifically called it a must-try, though fried rice overall had a mixed mention in one review.
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Schezwan Pork
Described as yummy, spicy, and surprisingly soft, with reviewers saying even a half portion is enough for two people.
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Chilly Pork
Mentioned as really good, with positive feedback on taste and the restaurant's generous portion sizes.
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Chilly Paneer
Recommended as one of the Chinese dishes worth trying, with reviewers grouping it among the restaurant's consistently tasty items.
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American Chopseuy
Called tasty and very filling, with a portion size large enough for a single person.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About Malaya Restaurant
Open from 10am until 10.30pm, this unfussy restaurant serves a range of traditional Chinese meals.
Amenities
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Malaya Restaurant known for?
Malaya Restaurant is best known for chilly chicken and chilly pork, with dragon chicken and Schezwan chicken noodles also coming up often in reviews. People mention the food as flavorful, spicy, and consistent over many years, especially for Indo Chinese dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at Malaya Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend chilly chicken, chilly pork, dragon chicken, Schezwan chicken noodles, fried rice, and chopsuey. Mixed fried rice and chilly paneer are also mentioned as reliable picks, and several reviews say the pork dishes are especially good.
What is the atmosphere like at Malaya Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with a neat and well-kept dining room. Reviews also call it family-friendly and suitable for groups or solo dining, with a relaxed feel for lunch or dinner.
Is Malaya Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are large and the prices are very reasonable or economical. The listed price range is ₹200–400, and comments about half portions being enough for two people reinforce the value.
Do you need a reservation or is it busy at certain times?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviews also note ample parking and fast service, which helps at peak meal times when the place is popular for lunch and dinner.
Is parking available at Malaya Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Malaya Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Malaya Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Malaya Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Malaya Restaurant is good for kids.
