Best Roti Canai in Johor Bahru

Roti Canai is a flaky, buttery flatbread that is a staple breakfast and supper dish in Johor Bahru. The JB style often prioritizes a crispier, almost croissant-like exterior with a soft, airy interior. It is typically served with **Dhal** (lentil curry), **Fish Curry**, and a small dollop of **Sambal**. A local favorite is the **Roti Sarang Burung** (Bird's Nest Roti), where the dough is shaped into a ring with two sunny-side-up eggs cooked in the middle. Order it as **"roti kosong"** (plain) or **"roti telur"** (egg). Expect to pay RM 1.50–3.00 for plain and RM 4–8 for specialty versions.

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Roti Canai is a flaky, buttery flatbread that is a staple breakfast and supper dish in Johor Bahru. The JB style often prioritizes a crispier, almost croissant-like exterior with a soft, airy interior. It is typically served with **Dhal** (lentil curry), **Fish Curry**, and a small dollop of **Sambal**. A local favorite is the **Roti Sarang Burung** (Bird's Nest Roti), where the dough is shaped into a ring with two sunny-side-up eggs cooked in the middle. Order it as **"roti kosong"** (plain) or **"roti telur"** (egg). Expect to pay RM 1.50–3.00 for plain and RM 4–8 for specialty versions.

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Where to eat Roti Canai

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Onn Kitchen

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Run by the same family as the Bukit Chagar stall, Onn Kitchen offers the same legendary recipe in a more spacious and comfortable setting.Kampung Baru
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20.0/ 10

Restoran Selera Selatan

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Known for exceptionally crispy roti that is often served pre-cut (roti potong) for ease of dipping. Their fish curry is a standout accompaniment.Taman Johor Jaya
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30.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Larkin Area

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The stalls here often serve their roti with a side of sambal parang (fish sambal), a Johor specialty.Larkin
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40.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Bandar Baru Uda

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A massive Malay food hub with several excellent roti canai specialists.BBU
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50.0/ 10

Restoran Kapitan

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Famous for its massive **Roti Tissue**, which is a paper-thin, sweetened cone that can stand over two feet tall.Jalan Wong Ah Fook
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20:00–02:00 for a late-night supper.
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60.0/ 10

XiangHua Roti Canai

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A rare and popular "Chinese-style" roti canai spot. The roti is famously less greasy and has a unique, biscuit-like crunch.Taman Johor Jaya
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70.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Mount Austin Area

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Good for a late-night snack after visiting the Mount Austin water park.Mount Austin
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80.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Taman Perling

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A reliable neighborhood hub for authentic, no-frills roti canai.Taman Perling
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90.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Restoran Hua Mui

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The classic Hainanese coffee shop serves a very dependable roti canai that pairs perfectly with their charcoal-toasted bread side orders.Jalan Dhoby
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100.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Tampoi Area

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Serves a high-energy breakfast for the industrial workforce; portions are often larger.Tampoi
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110.0/ 10

Warung Roti Canai Bukit Chagar

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The most famous roti canai in the city. Their dough is thicker and fluffier than average, and they are renowned for not being overly oily.Bukit Chagar
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07:00–10:00; it sells out extremely fast, so arrive as early as possible.
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120.0/ 10

Restoran Zaidi Roti Canai

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A clean and well-organized eatery that is famous for its **Roti Sarang Burung**. It's a great spot for families.Taman Anggerik
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130.0/ 10

Restoran Shyang Kopitiam

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Another Chinese-style option that offers creative fillings like cheese, kaya, and even chocolate.Taman Mount Austin
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09:00–12:00.
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140.0/ 10

Gerai Pak Ya

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A reliable 24-hour stall that is the go-to for many night-shift workers and early birds in the Kempas area.Taman Kempas
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24 Hours (but freshest in the morning).
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150.0/ 10

Fendi Roti Canai

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A long-standing street stall where the owner's flipping technique results in many thin, crispy layers.Taman Cempaka
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160.0/ 10

Dapo' Khaleeda

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A modern favorite that went viral for its aesthetically perfect "Bird's Nest" roti. The yolks are consistently runny, making for a rich dipping experience.Taman Abad
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170.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Skudai Area

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Great value for money, catering to the large student population.Skudai
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180.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Pasir Gudang

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Famous for "heavy" breakfast sets that include roti canai paired with mutton curry.Pasir Gudang
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190.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Restoran Onn Loke

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A local favorite in the Melodies area known for its very thick and spicy dhal.Taman Melodies
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200.0/ 10

Roti Canai @ Taman Molek

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Popular for quick office breakfasts; look for the stall with the longest queue near the banks.Taman Molek
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