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What to order
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Ikan Semilang
Most frequently praised item; reviewed as the main reason for visiting, with both the curry and fried versions described as extremely delicious, fresh, tender, and worth waiting for.
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Kari Ikan Sembilang
Recommended multiple times for being thick, spicy, savoury, and made with very fresh, tender fish; several reviewers highlighted it as a standout dish.
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Fried Semilang
Mentioned as very enjoyable and finished with rice, showing it was well-cooked and satisfying.
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Kupang Bakar
Called the highlight of the meal and praised for its delicious taste.
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Mussels
Repeatedly singled out as very fresh and especially good, with one reviewer saying they still remembered how good they were.
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Air Limau Asam Boi
Recommended as the perfect drink pairing with Kari Ikan Sembilang and described as delicious.
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Fried Kangkung Belacan
Praised as superb and part of a very satisfying meal.
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Sweet And Sour Sea Bass
Included in a meal that was described as delicious overall, making it a positively reviewed fish dish.
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Fried Squid
Mentioned as delicious alongside other well-liked dishes in the same review.
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Omelette
Ordered with other dishes and described as delicious, showing it was a solid side item.
Details
Location
Perkampungan Nelayan Batu, 1, Jalan Iskandar Shah, Lumut, Perak, 32200, MY
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 5 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 5 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5 to 11 PM |
About Warung Nelayan
Warung Nelayan is a Malaysian seafood restaurant in Lumut, Perak. It serves dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating, with dinner service, counter service, and table service available. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh seafood, especially mussels, fried squid, and fish dishes, along with the friendly service. The restaurant is described as casual and humble, with cash-only payment and dinner reservations recommended.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Warung Nelayan known for?
Warung Nelayan is especially known for its fresh seafood, with mussels often singled out as a highlight and fresh fish coming up repeatedly in reviews. Dishes like kupang bakar and kari ikan sembilang are also mentioned as standouts because they taste fresh, thick, spicy, and savoury.
What dishes are most recommended at Warung Nelayan?
Reviewers most often recommend mussels, fried squid, kari ikan sembilang, and sweet and sour sea bass. Other dishes that get positive mentions include ikan senangin bakar, omelette, mi goreng mamak, and apple asam boi or air limau asam boi to go with the seafood.
What is the atmosphere like at Warung Nelayan?
The place is described as humble, casual, and not fancy, more like a kampung-style seafood kedai than a polished restaurant. It suits groups, families, tourists, and solo diners, and some reviews note that evenings can be quieter while service stays friendly.
Is Warung Nelayan good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is generally seen as good value, with prices listed at RM 1 to 20 and reviewers mentioning big rice portions and filling seafood meals. Several comments say the food is worth the wait and the low-key setting, especially when the seafood is fresh and generous.
When is the best time to visit Warung Nelayan?
Several reviewers suggest going after 5 pm because the food may not be ready earlier, and dinner is when the restaurant is most active. It is also worth calling ahead to check what fresh seafood is available, since items like crab or certain fish can run out or vary by season.
Is parking available at Warung Nelayan?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Warung Nelayan have vegetarian options?
Yes, Warung Nelayan offers vegan options.
Is Warung Nelayan kid-friendly?
Yes, Warung Nelayan is good for kids.
