Last updated on November 11th, 2024
Hai Kah Lang is a famous local eatery that has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand Award. Below is our dining experience at the Hai Kah Lang for its fabulous seafood noodles.
Hai Kah Lang (海脚人) is well-known for specializing in fresh seafood noodles for years. The restaurant has gained popularity since being awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2022 and still counting. Many locals and eaters come to taste their delicious seafood noodles.
We couldn’t resist the temptation and frequently return and try out Hai Kah Lang’s menu to see how fresh their seafood is. Below, we will share our dining experience at Hai Kah Lang.
Hai Kah Lang
Hai Kah Lang (海脚人) has multiple branches throughout Malaysia. Its main branch located in Yulek Cheras, and additional locations in Petaling Jaya, Jalan Imbi (opposite TRX), Sri Petaling, Johor Bahru, and still counting.
Hai Kah Lang Seafood Noodle and Fish Head Noodle (Main)
Address: 44, Jalan Kaskas 2, Taman Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur.
Business Hour: Daily from 8:00 to 17:00
Hai Kah Lang TRX
Address: 32 & 34, Jalan Utara, Off, Jln Imbi, Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
Business Hour: Daily from 8:00 to 14:00
Hai Kah Lang PJ Seapark
Address: 36, Jalan 21/12, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Business Hour: Daily from 8:00 to 21:30
Hai Kah Lang Sri Petaling
Address: 51 & 53, Jalan Radin Anum, Bandar Baru Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.
Business Hour: Daily from 8:00 to 21:30
Hai Kah Lang JB Sentosa
Address: 173, Jalan Sutera, Taman Sentosa, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Business Hour: Daily from 8:00 to 21:30
Friendly reminder: Come early as certain seafood may run out in the mid of the day.
Hai Kah Lang PJ Seapark
Below we will share some of the food experience at Hai Kah Lang PJ Seapark branch.
The restaurant is a two-story shop located at the corner of a line of shops. As soon as you walk in, you’ll be amazed by how busy it is. Everyone was waiting patiently to be seated.
Their ordering system is efficient. Just took a number from the counter and wait for it to be called. While waiting, the waiter will take your order to save time once you are seated.
During peak hours, queues are expected, but they move quickly. We waited for about 20 minutes to be seated, but it was worth it.
The staff can be seen preparing the food in the open kitchen, and you can also catch a glimpse of their fresh seafood from the aquarium and kitchen area.
The ground floor is lively, packed with an open kitchen and dining area.
While the upper floor is more comfortable and spacious, equipped with air-conditioners. Mostly families and bigger groups will be sitted on the upper floor.
Hai Kah Lang TRX
The Hai Kah Lang has opened a new outlet on Jalan Imbi, across from TRX. This location is very convenient and has become popular among locals and foreign visitors alike. Many people come here to enjoy fresh seafood. As expected, there was already a lively queue winding its way outside the restaurant. Chairs were set up for waiting patrons.
The dining areas are quite spacious and they even have large round tables for big groups. We waited for almost an hour during lunchtime on the weekend.
Similar to the other branches, Hai Kah Lang TRX also has a spacious kitchen area where guests can observe the staff in action. A variety of fresh seafood is displayed in fish tanks and on ice.
What To Eat in Hai Kah Lang
There are many delicious options to choose from at Hai Kah Lang’s menu. Firstly, you can select from a variety of seafood including fish, clams, octopus, lobster, oysters, and more.
Next, you can choose your broth from options such as clear soup with rice wine, tom yum, and laksa. Lastly, you can also select your preferred noodles. If you prefer, you can also just order seafood without the noodles. This is a great option for people who just want to savor the seafood without the noodles.
The side dishes menu also offers exciting options such as fried fishcake, braised shark lips, blanched octopus, and fresh raw oysters.
For those trying it for the first time, we recommend the mixed seafood bowl which includes a variety of seafood such as crab, clams, fish, squid, and shrimp all in one bowl. Other popular options include fried fish head noodles, clam, or grouper fish noodles.
Prices vary based on the seafood of your choice, but generally range from RM18 to RM30 for a bowl of seafood noodles. Prepare to spend about RM40 including the drinks.
Mixed Seafood Noodles Bowl
When we first time visited Hai Kah Lang, we ordered the Hai Kah Lang’s signature – mixed seafood bowl with clear soup.
The huge bowl is so fabulous, and it came with fleshy small flower crabs, a tiger prawn, boneless grouper fish, clams, lots of squids, and our choice of mixian noodles.
The seafood was cooked impeccably and retained its freshness. It was a great experience to taste all the freshness seafood in one bowl.
The broth’s flavor was exceptional, with aromas of Huadiao wine and a delightful blend of rich and aromatic taste. It was topped with a slight amount of garlic oil, which enhanced the flavor and made it so tasty!
Don’t forget to try the noodles with the belacan dip. It has a subtle tanginess that complements the seafood well and it’s not too spicy. It’s truly addictive!
Fish Head Noodles
The Seafood bowl is so delicious. We keep returned to try out their remaining dishes on the menu.
Hai Kah Lang is also famous for its signature Fish Head Noodles. The dish comprises a bowl of noodles in milky soup, accompanied by fresh pieces of different parts of a grouper’s head in another bowl. The flavorful milky broth is one of the highlights of this dish.
You are opted to choose clear soup or milky soup.
Red Snapper Fish Noodles
Another excellent recommendation is the exquisite Red Snapper Fish Noodles.
It’s a perfect option for those who want to savor the fish’s sweetness. The bowl retains the natural essence of the fish, adding to the overall delightful taste of the dish.
We also tried tiger prawn or ming prawn options for those who love prawns. The Tom Yum version is particularly flavorful. However, please note that the Tom Yum soup needs to pay for additional fee but it’s worth it.
For me, it is worth the try but I still prefer the freshness of the clear soup.
Side Dishes
We ordered a small plate of baby octopus and clams.
The food were cooked to perfection with the right timing and served with a delicious dipping sauce. I enjoyed the taste, but the serving size was too small. Perhaps I should order more next time.
Overall: Hai Kah Lang Seafood Noodles
All in all, Hai Kah Lang is an excellent place for seafood enthusiast who looking for a satisfying meal. The seafood noodles are exceptionally delicious and made with fresh ingredients. The wait may be long at peak hour, but the freshness of the seafood make the long wait worthwhile.
We was pleasantly surprised by the reasonable prices, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a seafood bowl. Their seafood noodles is a must-try dish that will leave you craving for more.
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