Kopitiam Cafe
594 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia
About
Busy, vibrantly coloured eatery serving classic Malaysian hawker dishes like laksa and nasi lemak.
Features & Amenities
Reviews (5)
I see that theyโre closed rn so these photos are from the archives about 1.5 years ago but all I remember is that every dish was banger. Extremely flaky roti, generous sauce, big portions of rice and noodles. It all had a good burned flavour (thatโs not the correct description in English idk) Iโm talking about the wok heat if you know you know Interior decor was interesting
Very affordable and delicious Malaysian! I ordered a Nasi Lemak, which came to the table very quickly. The server was extremely accommodating and efficient. Highly recommend bringing cash only. Will definitely come back in the future ๐๐
The food here definitely hits a nostalgic note. It was homey, comforting, and full of flavour. It reminded me of meals from the past, which was lovely. Service was okay and efficient enough. Unfortunately, I did notice a baby cockroach crawling on the wall and our table, which was disappointing and affected the overall experience. Hoping the management addresses cleanliness, because the food really is worth coming back for if the hygiene improves.
It has been more than 20 years since I have been to Kopitiam. The decor and seating are as i remember it. We were welcomed by a very friendly and welcoming gent who seated us very promptly as walk-ins to the place. With table water ready and a clean table, we settled on the chicken rice (available only on weekends) and hokkien mee. The food didnt take long to arrive. The rice was very fragrant and the chicken was tender. Loved the fact that it was the thigh cut. The chilli sauce, albeit a bit on the sweeter side, was the right level of spice. As for the hokkien noodles, it was almost like what one can get from a decent KL hokkien noodle eatery. It was well cooked, not too salty and not sweet. It is definitely one i would rate as the better choice for sydney. Many other places can get the balance off with this noodles dish. On the nice to have list for both dishes would be: 1. Having more ginger on the side + a soup to accompany the chicken rice 2. Having pork lard cooked in the noodles for the extra oomph. A place that i will be going back more often after such a long hiatus. And yes, payment is either via cash or payid.
I was thoroughly impressed. The Curry Laksa was absolutely deliciousโrich, flavorful, and satisfying. I highly recommend trying it with both types of noodles, as it adds a delightful variety to the dish. The Chicken and Seafood options were both excellent, with fresh, tender ingredients that enhanced the overall experience. No Raygun here What makes Kopitiam Cafe stand out is its authenticity. The food here truly reflects the flavors of traditional cuisine, and it's clear that the family-run business takes great pride in what they serve. The service was excellent, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that made the meal even more enjoyable.









