Best Malaysian-Chinese Cuisine In Town

Witness the evolution of taste as our menu expands to embrace the sacred spectrum of house favourites.

Esmond’s culinary prowess and dedication to authenticity have cultivated a cult following among Melbourne’s discerning Laksa connoisseurs.

The Laksa King experience is not merely a meal; it’s an odyssey through the intricate notes of Malaysian-Chinese cuisine, an adventure crafted for those who seek more than just a dining experience.

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Laksa King has become the sanctuary where flavours dance, and enthusiasts gather to revel in the allure of the Laksa Kings Laksa prowess.

The menu, an ever-expanding anthology of taste, caters to the cravings of both loyal patrons and seasoned gastronomes, weaving a story of passion and dedication that echoes through the corridors of Melbourne’s culinary consciousness.

For an authentic rendezvous with Malaysian-Chinese culinary magic, venture into the realm of Laksa King today. Immerse yourself in the legacy, let the aromas tantalise your senses, and allow our culinary artisans to weave a symphony of flavours on your palate. Your seat at the table of Melbourne’s culinary cult awaits – come, join us for an unforgettable experience.

What our clients say

Laksa KingExcellentLaksa King4.4★★★★☆ Based on 6289 reviews fromSee all reviews review us on ★★★★★ Always professional service and food is exceptional. Very hard to top this place. been coming here for the past 25 years.will always recommend.Martin E. ★★★★★ Really busy, you can see why, friendly service and very tasty food. Big portions.mike B. ★★★★★ Always good service and food. Can’t go wrong. Part of the charm is how busy it gets.Carl J. ★★★★★ Always a great meal here. Consistency, so favourites are always as expected. Famous seafood laksa gets ordered regularly, however today Hainanese Chicken was the star, alongside some dumplings & roti. Robot delivered and delicious.Mery ★★★★★ Great food, decent pieces, contact vibrant atmosphereBelinda D. ★★★★★ Best Laksa I’ve had yet! Great vibe. Really well priced.Alexis W. ★★★★★ Laksa King is one of my favourite Malaysian restaurants in Melbourne, especially in this vibrant, working-class neighbourhood.Service is fast and genuinely friendly, and the menu is extensive. They’re particularly known for their noodle soups, which honestly have nothing to envy from good ramen — deep, rich broths and generous portions.The open kitchen is always hectic and alive, adding to the atmosphere. Portions are very generous: with three dishes (four if you add rice, which I did to pair with the pork belly), we were more than satisfied. The pork belly, recommended by the chef, was outstanding.We also had pipis, absolutely sublime — slightly spicy sauce with delicate rice noodle touches that really worked emotionally and technically.The chicken skewers were a bit on the dry side, but the sauce balanced them out nicely.Street parking can be tricky, but there’s an easier option just past the railway bridge — a short walk that leads you straight into a temple of Malaysian food culture.Important to note:The kitchen closes at 9pm, and about 15 minutes before closing they’ll check if you want to order anything else — the bill usually arrives promptly after. No bookings available, so be ready to queue and wait your turn like everyone else has been doing here for years.Sunday surcharge applies (expected), but $97 total for two people including two drinks — money very well spent.Rating: 8/10A must-try if you’re exploring Melbourne’s food scene.Giuseppe S. ★★★★★ The food was absolutely delicious, with generous portions at a very reasonable price. Everything tasted fresh and comforting.A special thanks to Mimi for her wonderful service—she was so kind and attentive, and she really made our dinner special. Thanks to her, my boyfriend and I had such a happy and memorable evening. Highly recommended!MIHYEON KIM (. ★★★★★ Excellent food overall in my experience with the family/with friends.Rexyboy P. ★★★★★ 진정한 맛집이자 최고의 멜버른 로컬식당입니다.게다가 가격은 매우 저렴하고 와인리스트마저 훌륭합니다.서버들은 하나같이 친절해요. 락사를 그렇게 좋아하지 않는 저에게도 이곳은 멜버른 최고의 식당이예요.Sungil P. ★★★★★ The place is always so busy and the food is always amazingFran W ★★★★★ We come here regularly for dinner and I never stray from my usual chicken curry laksa. We are always served within a few minutes of sitting down and the food never takes longer than 5 minutes to come out.Michael W. ★★★★★ Honestly one of the best laksa spots. There is a reason why there is so many reviews. Legit 30 staff pumping and the quality doesn’t drop. I would recommend any friends or family to this placeJohny ★★★★★ Laksa King is one of the few restaurants we keep coming back. Not only because of the delicious food we share with family and friends but also the consistent positive customer experience we receive from the staff especially from Eric Kan. Keep up the great work!Yolanda L. ★★★★★ Great food my friend Ned cook says its the best place food place and hes correctalex ★★★★★ I’m astonished I love this area and the polite peopleBilly M. ★★★★★ In and out, 20 min turned around, 4 ppl. $70 4 laksas. 😋Carl B. ★★★★★ What a little gem! Lovely staff. Great food that arrived lightning fast. Generous serves and well priced. We'll be back!Lifestyle Alchemy With Fiona J ★★★★★ Amazing Laksa, Nasi Goreng, Singapore Noodles, and especially good: are the Curry Puffs. It is a little on the expensive side but more, extra more, than worth it. Just so you know how good it is, people from all across the city come here. It is always so busy. I have been going here for a few years and only eaten in once or twice - opting for eating at home. Definitely worth a visit - whether you are close or far away. It is on a tram line, so that should help. There is little parking so be prepared to park on Eastwood St.N.D. C. ★★★★★ Real good place. The laksa are the highlights, quick and tasty with variety options. Apart from that they have a decent good asian menu as well with a very good price tag and decent time frame of wait.Rexsen Roy M. ★★★★★ Fantastic Laksa. Have been going here for years. Quality of food has never changed, generous servings and fast service. It's an eat and then move on situation, but have never actually been moved on.The laksa is so good, have never tried anything else.Can get pretty noisy and seats are close together.Book ahead as its really popular and always busy.Cindy J. ★★★★★ What really makes this place special, beyond the delicious Malaysian food, is the service. Eric and the team were incredibly welcoming, helpful, and attentive, which made the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended.Kevin K. ★★★★★ Always great for a seafood curry laksa and Har-Mee. Worth a stop in for lunch or dinnerMichael B. ★★★★★ Can also highly recommend takeaway laksa king at Pin Oak Wine Bar - the best food with the best wineElspeth T. ★★★★★ The fish fillet laksa and duck fried rice were delicious, and the portions were huge. These Chinese Malaysian’s cuisine is the great one. Recommended !!!Pimpin Nagawan, S. ★★★★★ Laksa King is one of those places we keep coming back to -it feels comforting, generous, and consistently delicious every single time. It reminds our family of hawker-style food in Malaysia or Singapore in the 1980s -that home-style X-factor, made with an auntie’s loving touch.Our absolute favourites are the Satay Ayam (rich, fragrant, and perfectly balanced with a special peanut sauce), the Singapore noodles (full of flavour and beautifully cooked with shrimp, egg, and chopped tofu), the vegetarian spring rolls (crisp, light, and hitting the spot every time), and the tofu hot pot, which is deeply nourishing and packed with fresh snow peas, mushrooms, and the goodness that only homemade tofu possesses. Every dish tastes like it’s been made with care and authentic flair.What truly elevates the experience, though, is the atmosphere and the people. Eric, the owner-manager, always comes over to say hello, and his caring, vibrant energy makes you feel genuinely welcome. It’s rare to find a place where the food is this good and the hospitality feels so heartfelt. My 91-year-old mum always forgets the name of the restaurant but calls it, “you know… Eric’s place!”Laksa King is a favourite for a reason -wonderful food, warm service, and a place that feels like home. We always leave wickedly sated and happy, already planning our next visit.Yanti A. ★★★★★ Probably the best fish head curry laksa in Melbourne. Let me tell you why. Firstly, there is a generous amount of fish head so much so that you'll hit your daily protein requirements. The broth is perfect, more on the creamier side and a nice touch of curry. Always consistent with quality and is my weekly staple treat. I don't think you can find this quality fish head curry laksa. If you do please let me know, but remember it has to have generous amounts of fish head.Lex X. ★★★★★ Very impressed with the laksa, bold flavours with just the perfect amount of spice. I had the seafood laksa. It had a good ratio of noodles, seafood and broth. The variety of seafood was good, decent sized prawns and pieces of fish. What I believe would make this laksa next level... use another variety of white flesh fish with a better texture and dish it with scallops that include the roe to add the richness and eating experience of this dish.Michael K. ★★★★★ Amazing food at Laksa King in Glen Waverley. Would recommend to others looking for a nice meal or a filling Laksa!Ellen W. ★★★★★ This place is known for its Laksa. I always come here for the Fish Head Curry Laksa. It's not for everyone as it does get a bit of effort to pick out the pieces. If you love the taste you wouldn't mind 😁Yun P. ★★★★★ Best Beef Rendang I’ve ever had by far.Quick efficient service and prices are reasonable too.Keep up the great work guys will be back with the family for sure!Tony C. ★★★★★ 5 minutes from sit down to being served.Great foodJake C. ★★★★★ Lovely staff, great laksa and broths, great portion sizes and amazing prices! Definitely a go to if you want that authentic flavour. 10/10Bianca D. ★★★★★ Staff are always cheerful and friendly. The food is tasty and satisfying. It tastes authentically Malaysian.I have been back here a few times now. Still great service and great food.It is right next to the train station entrance.UPDATE: I finally tried the Laksa they are so well known for. I had the Chicken Laksa and is was very satisfying. A warm spicy, creamy, meaty broth and chewy golden noodles, with decent chunks of chicken garnished with tofu and eggplant. Very satisfied. It had that nice comforting hug in a bowl level of spicy warmth. A nice big generous serving too. Very happy. 😋Vixey T. ★★★★★ Laksa King truly lives up to its name! The vegetarian laksa we had was incredibly flavourful and delicious – we couldn't get enough. Reasonably priced, quick service, and the manager is fantastic too!Rushi P. ★★★★★ One of the best Malaysian/Singaporean restuarants Ive been too in Melbourne. Food quantity and quality were brilliant with quick servings and would definitely want to come again !Siddarth Gupta (. ★★★★★ Excellent food, fish head curry is the best. Good service. Little busy at nightNadeesha W. ★★★★★ I went there for their famous seafood laksa but their fried rice is one of the best I have had in a long time. I have tried the duck truffle oil fried rice and the special fried rice, both were very delicious. Not to mention prices are very reasonable for the portions.DY Phanith S. ★★★★★ Amazing Malaysian Food!!! I had the chicken curry laksa and it had such a great and tasty flavour like dang the broth was nice and also the toppings were good. Would also recommend the Mee Goreng.Not E.js_loader

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Dive into the Culinary Legacy

Laksa King, A Melbourne Icon Since 1998

In a legendary culinary tale of Melbourne, Esmond Wong created Laksa King in 1998. Emerging from the vibrant tapestry of a small arcade off Racecourse Rd, Flemington, this gastronomic haven quickly became the stuff of local legend.

The clamour for its extraordinary flavours resonated far beyond the arcade’s confines, prompting Esmond to orchestrate a move to grander quarters in 2010 – the birth of the Laksa King we revere today.

Embark on a journey through our expanded repertoire, where each dish is a revelation, a testament to Esmond’s unyielding commitment to culinary excellence. The extensive variety caters to the demands of our loyal patrons and invites the seasoned connoisseur to explore the depths of authentic Malaysian-Chinese fusion.