Sun Gourmet Kitchen: Johor restaurant guide

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If you’re the kind of foodie who values authentic flavors over viral fame, there’s a hidden gem in Johor Bahru that deserves a spot on your must-try list. Tucked away from the usual tourist crowd, this restaurant is a local favorite quietly winning hearts—especially for its unforgettable paofan (rice in broth) and crowd-pleasing side dishes.

Discovered not through Instagram or TikTok, but through a recommendation from a Malaysian local, this spot offers a rare treat: incredible food with minimal waiting time. It’s popular but not overrun—exactly the kind of place food lovers dream about finding on their travels.

The highlight here is, without a doubt, the paofan. For the uninitiated, paofan is a dish where rice is served in a rich broth, rather than cooked down into porridge. The result? Every bite is comforting yet textured, with broth so flavorful you’ll be sipping to the last drop.

Recommended Dishes / Drinks

• Charcoal Beancurd Fried Chicken Wing Lemon Grass Jelly

• Crayfish Paofan

• Mixed Seafood Paofan

• Crispy Lotus Root with Salted Egg Yolk 

• Salt & Pepper Chinese Spinach 

• Sweet & Sour Pork on Ice 

• Signature Salted Kampung Chicken 

• Crispy Stuffed Fish Fillet with Tobikko