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What to order
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Asam Pedas Tetel
Frequently praised as one of the restaurant’s standout dishes, described as delicious, authentic, and even the best by some reviewers. It was repeatedly recommended alongside comments about its rich flavor and strong Malay kampung style.
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Daging Lemak
Mentioned multiple times as phenomenal, highly recommended, and very tasty. Reviewers especially liked its home-cooked taste and the fact that it was part of a satisfying set meal.
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Patin Tempoyak
Called delicious and highlighted as part of the restaurant’s must-try Malay dishes. Reviewers praised its authentic flavor and said the meal was memorable enough to return for.
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Gulai Kawah Tetel
Recommended for its rich, flavorful taste and strong traditional Malay character. Several reviews singled it out as especially good, though one noted it can be very heavy and spicy.
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Laksa Penang
One reviewer called it the best Laksa Penang they had ever had and said they only eat laksa here. That strong personal endorsement makes it one of the most clearly recommended dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 8:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 8:30 PM |
About Dulang Lima Cafe
Dulang Lima Cafe is a Malaysian restaurant in Johor Bahru, Johor, known for traditional Malay dishes served in set-style, communal portions. Reviewers consistently praise the asam pedas tetel, masak lemak, tempoyak dishes, and the old-school kampung-style setting. The food is often described as authentic, hot, and generous in portion, with many guests saying the sets can feed more than the expected number of people. The cafe is also noted for being clean, cozy, and suitable for lunch or dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Dulang Lima Cafe known for?
It is best known for asam pedas tetel, especially the tetel set and asam pedas versions that reviewers call very authentic and flavorful. The dulang-style meals are also a big draw because they come with rice, ulam, sambal, and enough food to share.
What dishes are most recommended at Dulang Lima Cafe?
Reviewers most often recommend asam pedas tetel, masak lemak daging, patin tempoyak, gulai tempoyak, and nasi ayam penyet. Laksa Penang also gets strong praise, along with side dishes like tofu, tempeh, and sambal belacan.
What is the atmosphere like at Dulang Lima Cafe?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and very old-school, with kampung-style decor and a nostalgic Malay dining setup. It suits groups well because many dishes are served in sets that can be shared, but it is also popular for solo dining and lunch breaks.
Is Dulang Lima Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is RM20 to RM40, and reviewers repeatedly say the portions make it worth the cost. A RM42 set for 2 was described as generous with plenty of meat, and other diners said the sets can easily feed 3 to 4 people.
When is the best time to visit Dulang Lima Cafe?
Lunch hours can get crowded, and several reviews recommend coming after lunch to avoid the wait. The restaurant accepts reservations and lunch reservations are recommended, which helps if you want to avoid parking and peak-hour delays.
Is parking available at Dulang Lima Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Dulang Lima Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Dulang Lima Cafe is good for kids.
