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Laksa Village

69 Mitcham Rd, Donvale VIC 3111, Australia

Recommended by 5 people

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69 Mitcham Rd, Donvale VIC 3111, Australia

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+61 3 9873 7887
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: Closed Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Laksa Village

Laksa Village delivers unapologetic Malaysian hawker classics alongside full-scale banquet plates in Donvale. Tables fill fast for steaming bowls of coconut-rich curry laksa and crisp-edged char kway teow, but the silky egg yin-yong steals the room—nestling smoky flat rice noodles beneath deep-fried vermicelli that softens under hot gravy. Diners also crowd the larger tables for communal staples like the crisp yam basket stuffed with seafood, pungent sambal petai prawns, and braised Teochew mixed platters. It gets lively and loud, with quick floor service moving orders straight from the kitchen without public holiday surcharges. Grab a shaved ice dessert of Ice Kacang loaded with red beans, sweet corn, and grass jelly to finish.

  • Silky Egg Yin-Yong: Combines wok-tossed flat hor fun with deep-fried vermicelli beneath a glossy egg gravy sauce.
  • Malaysian Banquet Specialties: Serves communal plates like crisp yam baskets, sambal petai prawns, and braised Teochew platters.
  • Zero Holiday Surcharges: Maintains regular pricing every day with no surcharge added on public holidays.
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Why Choose Laksa Village

Discover why locals and Malaysian food lovers gather for authentic hawker noodle bowls, crispy yin-yong, and shared banquet feasts.

  • Masterfully Executed Dual-Texture Yin-Yong

    Wok-tossed flat rice noodles paired with deep-fried crispy vermicelli and dressed in a silky, balanced egg gravy broth.

    The silky egg yin-yong is probably one of the best in Melbourne. Everything was spot on - the wok hei, the light crispiness of the bee hoon, and the egginess of the sauce.

    Keith Wong

  • Authentic Hawker-Style Laksa Broths

    Traditional coconut milk curry and tangy tamarind broths simmered with aromatic lemongrass, herbs, and generous toppings.

    The curry at Laksa Village is rich and aromatic, with a perfect balance of spices that create a warm, comforting flavor. It often has a creamy texture from coconut milk

    Shee Leong Liew

  • Comforting Flavours of Home Cooking

    Homestyle dishes and genuine spice profiles evoke the familiarity and nostalgia of Malaysian family kitchens.

    Every dish is full of rich, genuine flavours that remind me of home cooking. Great portions, friendly service, and a cosy atmosphere.

    Harper Lewis

  • Welcoming, Family-Run Hospitality

    Attentive, familial front-of-house hospitality makes guests feel cared for whether popping in or dining at length.

    The atmosphere of this place is so cosy and welcoming. All the shop ladies are next level friendly and kind! It feels like a home.

    Sophie Charlotte

  • Generous Communal Banquet Dining

    Ten-seater round tables easily accommodate banquets featuring crispy yam ring baskets and Teochew braised platters.

    Smallish restaurant maybe with 10 tables, 2 of which are large tables (10 seats). Been there several times now and each time we have not been disappointed.

    Karine Yong

  • Celebrated Multi-Dish Shared Platters

    Shared specialty platters like Teochew braised meats, nestum prawns, and kung-po yam rings designed for group feasting.

    We had my favourite Teochew platter, nestum prawn, a yam basket with kung-po chicken and chicken rice. Everything was delicious as agreed by our friends

    Yin Yin Loh

Signature hawker noodle soups and traditional banquet staples celebrated for authentic Malaysian flavors

  • Laksa

    It is impossible to leave any soup from the Laksa

    Richard Laxton

  • Silky Egg Yin-Yong

    The silky egg yin-yong is probably one of the best in Melbourne.

    Keith Wong

  • Yam Basket

    We tried the yam ring and the sambal petai. Both were awesome

    Allen Foo

  • Teochew Mixed Platter

    Teochew mixed platter very excellent highlight also is green beans.

    James Nguyen

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I make a reservation in advance?

Booking ahead is highly recommended, especially for peak lunch and dinner hours. The dining room has roughly 10 tables and fills up quickly, often resulting in wait times for walk-ins.

What dishes are most recommended beyond laksa?

Beyond classic coconut and assam laksas, diners frequently highlight the silky egg yin-yong noodles (flat rice noodles combined with crispy vermicelli), char kway teow, yam basket rings, and the Teochew mixed braised platter.

Is parking available on-site?

Yes, free parking is reasonably easy to find directly outside the restaurant.

Do they charge a surcharge on public holidays?

Yes, customers note that they do not charge an extra public holiday surcharge.

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