Restaurant

Kotajaya Restaurant (Bayswater)

660 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater VIC 3153, Australia

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660 Mountain Hwy, Bayswater VIC 3153, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kotajaya Restaurant (Bayswater)

Bayswater locals head to Kotajaya for hefty, shared spreads of Malaysian comfort classics. Gather a crowd and cover the table—rich fish claypot, crispy chicken, and savory Char Koey Teow quickly pile high. Regulars time their dinners for Friday or Saturday nights, when the kitchen preps its limited batches of homemade tofu alongside wok-fried greens and comforting Hainanese chicken rice.

  • Weekend-Only Tofu: Batches of the kitchen's signature homemade tofu are prepped exclusively for Friday and Saturday dinner services.
  • Generous Communal Dining: Tables fill quickly with communal spreads featuring claypot fish, crispy chicken, and comforting Hainanese chicken rice.

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Before you head over

Practical tips on reservations, timing, and dish customizations for your visit.

  • Book Ahead on Weekends

    Reserve your table ahead of time, particularly on weekends, as seating is limited in the dining room.

  • Visit Friday or Saturday for Homemade Tofu

    Plan your visit for Friday or Saturday night dinner if you want to try their popular homemade tofu, which is only offered then.

  • Request Extra Wok Hei on Char Koey Teow

    When ordering Char Koey Teow, ask the kitchen for extra wok hei if you prefer your stir-fried noodles with a deeper, charred aroma.

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