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Petaling Street (Chinatown)

(Petaling St. (茨厂街 Chinatown))

Pedestrian Plaza

Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur

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Petaling Street (Chinatown)

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"Drop by my stall,grab a flower bouquet for your love ones....."(18 Tips)
"Chinese cultural clothing and souvenirs"(16 Tips)
"must try : air mata kucing and that nuts emmmm nuts"(9 Tips)
"Asam laksa and cendol is da bomb! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻"(3 Tips)

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Paolo Jose CruzOctober 17, 2014
The market is crowded, chaotic, and frequently overpriced. Some interesting gift shops amid the knock-off stalls and tattoo parlors. Bargain hard. Yummy, affordable food hawkers in the area. Explore!
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KellyFebruary 28, 2015
Sei ngan chai roast duck. Been in business since the 60s or perhaps even longer. It's survived the decades and going still ever strong for a reason. Simple awesome roast duck!
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Lane WatsonNovember 2, 2016
Go look for 1 of e lorong hakka mee, they sell fish noodle, char siu noodle + rice & cha chiong noodle. It's the best!! & e stall beside this stall make e best coffee ice !!
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The Ritz-CarltonAugust 29, 2016
Well known for being a bargain-hunter's paradise and a colorful night market,Chinatown is also home to a centuries old Hindu temple.Don't miss visiting the Sri Mahamariamman Temple around the corner.
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gwen leeAugust 22, 2017
Idk what is the name of the small place. They are famous for jee cheong fan and porridge. It is a very traditional place. You can see that their interior design are from the old 70s or 80s.
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Samra VpApril 6, 2017
visit Chinese traditional temple and also you can buy Chinese cultural clothing and souvenirs cheaper than other markets out there. other clothing stores and accessories are all fake!
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afiq fatimiDecember 24, 2014
The favorite spot "air mata kucing" to chill your throat. Definitely here is the origin taste compare others. The owner have to keep existence the traditional steal bowl back to maintain the signature
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Ev3y 媚 ™June 19, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Best place to look for breakfast. Cheap and delish. Personal recommended Chee Cheung Fun, Porridge, Economy Fried Noodle, bihun, kuay Teow etc.
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Khris NgOctober 23, 2015
Yes the porridge + raw slice fish is a must to try. And the Chee Chong Fun is good. Very recommend here
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Gorgy NadNovember 27, 2018
It almost 10 years i never stepped here in petaling street and this air mata kuching stall is still here and the taste is still the same! Love it!
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Siddharth SrivastavApril 10, 2016
Start with 1/3rd of the quoted price. Be adamant and prep to walk off if price not met. There are many other shops selling the same stuff. Be careful of your valuables. Closes at 2200h. Have fun.
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We EatJuly 25, 2015
Come with a lot of energy to walk around, shop and most of all haggle. NO PRICE IS FIXED! You must bargain or they will take advantage of you...
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Simple DiscoveriesAugust 26, 2016
The market stalls will sell cheap goods at ridiculous prices so drive a hard bargain or walk. Best deals are on the street food offerings nearby. Keep your belongings under a close eye!
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June GohFebruary 21, 2018
Been here 10+ times
U can find delicious Chinese street food here with reasonable price. But be careful with overcharge, must ask price before placing order.
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Samra VpApril 12, 2017
There is a korean store in Main Street that named ' Domesky ' and they have good quality stuff like accessories,charger cables,stationary,makeup tools and etc with responsible prices. 🇰🇷👌🏼
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Se7enthAngelOctober 28, 2021
Been here 5+ times
Rediscovering Chinatown: October 2021😁. Leaving our footprints along Jln Sultan, Jln Panggung Jln Petaling, etc. Most cafes close at 6 pm
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A HAugust 26, 2016
although very touristic, still good to walk through at least once. Get lost in the mini streets and find strange and delicious things to eat
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Amelia ChantalleSeptember 2, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Carbonara was delish, could do with a lil more pasta. Place oozes old school charm. lovely crew <3 Will return. Cold brew packs a punch.
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Jaena OngDecember 30, 2013
Besides the tasty Chee cheong fun, porridge, air mata kucing and endless other goodies, I love to come with my elders and just listen to them reminiscing bout "how it used to be"
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EricMarch 1, 2014
Lots of small shops for baigaining, dont buy from the first stall, always walk around as prices will vary by stand, plus most of them sell the sme thing, worth checking out at least once
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HongJune 3, 2011
The original Chinatown centered on Market Square. Jalan Tun H.S. Lee or High Street, became increasingly popular as it was higher than the rest of the town and therefore less prone to floods.
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Haytham IbrahimApril 7, 2016
1st ask for the price, then offer 20%. Go up slightly till 30%. Then start walking away. Only then they will give you best and final price....avg women bag 65, travel bag 150 (large size).
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Regina BMarch 5, 2013
Fresh fruit cut and ready to eat in little baggies and the widest assortment of anything you would want in a market. What's there not to love!
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Shaikhah B.August 30, 2016
If you like to shoot such places you'll love it as I did. I took beautiful shots.
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Jaizle S.April 18, 2012
Best tactic to do is to haggle 50% of the actual price. If they dont wanna give it to u.. Pretend you'll leave, and the vendors will go after you and give you the price you want! :)
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Se7enthAngelNovember 20, 2018
Been here 5+ times
From Bukit Bintang area: Hop onto the MRT & alight at Pasar Seni, exit entrance A
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Terror RiskDecember 2, 2014
Getting watches for overseas friends - IWC great fakes at a portion of the price @$350. Guaranteed of good quality.
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Intan LeenJuly 3, 2011
Perfect place to find fake items. Muahaha. A bit crowded on weekend. Gotta try the ikan bakar Chinese style here. Awesome one! Mouth watering!
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Reezwan GhantyDecember 13, 2014
You would most often find the same items cheaper in other parts of KL. Check out Berjaya times Square or masjid James instead. Haggle seriously and without hesitation!
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Fairuz Zainal AarifNovember 19, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Portuguese grill stall is a must try here for those who loves spicy meal. Try their stingray and squid.
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Vincent Pcm NgFebruary 11, 2023
Excellent spot to hangout in KL.. Will come back soon.
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BahamirFebruary 19, 2017
if you want to buy something from here, don't forget to haggle ! even you can buy things as low as its third price !
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IlyaApril 26, 2017
Be on a lookout for pickpocketers. There's always fresh fruits vendors and Chinese street food stalls. They're tasty as fk. Don't buy anything apart from that, counterfeit quality is terrible.
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Atif HussainMay 13, 2017
It's always a busy place but a great place to find bargains with #Chinese quality. I'd recommend lower the asking price by 80%
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Gregory K.January 3, 2018
Cool to check out but not really that's great of stuff to buy. All knock off and junk. You have to haggle to get a fair price
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John-Paul DavisSeptember 13, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Bargain, bargain, bargain! Good prices only if you bargain. Best go when they're closing. They'll give you good prices.
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Se7enthAngelOctober 2, 2020
Been here 5+ times
Scenes of Chinatown: Merdeka 118 Tower, @Concubine, Streetarts, Kafe Dian, Kwai Chai etc
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Sean WangMay 6, 2017
The wonton and noodle is such a good combination with Long Yan Ice drink
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Jon ChinDecember 19, 2010
Bargain bargain bargain is a MUST!! At least 70%-80%...and and and try e Air Mata Kuching(at the side of the cross junction)...very nice!!!
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Marisa PuspaRaniApril 4, 2014
uncle Yip store is cheap and great service! i go there with lots of friends, then they treat us TEH TARIK! amaziiiiing!
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flor batoonApril 8, 2016
Goods are cheap. Foods are yummy. Try this noodles, i dunno the name...
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Alexandra MotternAugust 5, 2013
better knock offs than china or korea. and they don't try to hide that they're fake which I love. best food I had in KL as well
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Lina ZaziSeptember 14, 2013
a lot of imitate products.....b careful wit ur things & they got sell air mata kucing that is very famous & very very nice!!!! try it!!
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Nam Nắn NótJanuary 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
ChineseMarket at central KL,where sell everything,make sure u have checked goods& bargained,take care with your bag,wallet & cellphone,there some restaurant,streetfood shop around but quality is so so
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Kevin S OshiroSeptember 9, 2018
Beware of Touts who want to sell Tourists anything: watches, purses, shoes, (active wear, dress suits, womens' underwear) clothing, tattoos, etc.
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Woo NelsonFebruary 1, 2016
Other than all the imitation goods. Lots of local souvenirs and things to eat and savour
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Ling LingMay 18, 2017
Apam Uncle Bike in front of Koon Kee Wanton Noodle Restaurant taste good.
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Marina GarkushaJune 21, 2015
Typical chinatown. You can find many kind of food, souvenirs and some temples around
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เฮอร์แมน ThaiDecember 10, 2010
Flea Market.The area has dozens of restaurants and food stalls, serving local favourites such as Hokkien mee, ikan bakar (barbecued fish), asam laksa and curry noodles.
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Afiq AkmarMarch 5, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Park at wisma first avenue, only rm3/hr during off peak. The best rate. Pls do not entertain the annoying 'ulat' parking
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