Restaurant
Lim Kopi
542 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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542 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Little Bourke Street workers head to Lim Kopi for brisk, wallet-friendly Malaysian comfort packed with street-level energy. Tables turn fast—scan the QR code, settle the bill, and steaming bowls arrive within minutes. Regulars point to the char kway teow slicked with wok hei, pork lard, and crunchy beansprouts, alongside rich curry chicken with flaky roti canai. Over by the counter, a dedicated condiment station lets you tweak the heat with house pickles and four distinct chilis. The hot kopi lands alongside a pair of nostalgic buttery crackers.
- Lightning-Fast Service: Scan the QR code and settle the bill for fresh, piping-hot dishes dispatched to the table in minutes.
- Malaysian Hawker Classics: Generous portions of char kway teow, creamy curry chicken with roti, and deeply comforting noodle soups.
- Self-Serve Condiment Bar: A dedicated setup offering house pickles and four distinct styles of chili to dial in the heat.
- Traditional Kopi Service: Hot kopi and cham arrive poured alongside a nostalgic pairing of crisp biscuits.
What's On at Lim Kopi
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Lim Kopi Is Melbourne's Go-To Kopitiam
Why Melbourne diners rely on Lim Kopi for authentic kopitiam flavours and swift CBD meals.
Hearty Hawker Staples With True Wok Hei
Wok-tossed noodles and rich curry noodle soups arrive loaded with generous meats, authentic sambal, and noticeable wok hei aroma.
Good portions, fair prices, fast service. A solid go-to for Malaysian comfort food in the city.
Meiling Fang Customisable Spice via Self-Serve Condiment Bar
A dedicated self-serve condiment bar features four distinct chili condiments and house-made pickles so diners can fine-tune heat and tanginess to their taste.
And they had the chili sides, they had four different options!
rav sidhu Soul-Warming Nostalgia for the Diaspora
Dishes like blood cockle curry mee and petai stir-fries deliver rare regional Malaysian profiles that immediately evoke home for the diaspora.
This would definitely be a place for anyone wanting to try Malaysian food or Malaysians abroad wanting a taste of home.
Wei Hong Lo Kopitiam Sips Paired With Classic Crackers
Traditional kopitiam beverages like hot kopi and cham are served with complimentary crispy butter crackers, evoking classic coffee shop rituals.
They also serve their kopi with two crackers, a Malaysian classic that tastes just like what you’d have at home.
Dangooourmet Docotainment Minutes-Fast Digital QR Ordering
Table QR code ordering and instant digital payment ensure freshly cooked entrees and mains land on your table within 3 to 6 minutes.
Promptly seated, selected from the menu and placed order on the app. 3 mins later out came the drinks, then the entrees and then the mains.
NotNow Express Lunching for Busy CBD Schedules
Its fast ticket times and handy location near Southern Cross and Flagstaff make it ideal for CBD workers squeezing in a hearty, wallet-friendly midday meal.
I would recommend for a quick lunch or a meal together with friends or coworkers.
Victor Tran
Most popular items
Generously portioned hawker classics packed with authentic wok hei and rich broths
Char Kway Teow
The dishes are authentic and full of bold, comforting flavours, such as their char kway teow, which bursts with wok hei aroma.
Dangooourmet Docotainment Laksa
Laksa had fire, curry and seafood in the right ratios.
Shane Creamy Chicken Chop Rice
Creamy Chicken Chop was the real standout! Perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and smothered in a rich, velvety sauce with just the right hint of sweetness.
peko2_diary Curry Mee
Fantastic curry mee with blood cockles , fav curry mee place as a Malaysian .. very generous with the ingredients / cockles as well..
Sonia Sharma
Other favorites
Classic kopitiam drinks, sweet snacks, and savory hawker sides
Special Sauce Chee Cheong Fun
Chee Cheong Fun with special sauce is amazing. It has the “peanut/prawn paste” taste from Penang style Chee Cheong Fun!
Allister Bah Kopi
They also serve their kopi with two crackers, a Malaysian classic that tastes just like what you’d have at home.
Dangooourmet Docotainment Kaya Toast with Eggs
Had to try the Kaya toast with eggs. It was my 1st time trying it as I've always skipped it at previous places to make room for other dishes. I am grateful I got it and got it here as a first try.. and can guarantee I would head back just for it.
Cortnee Makiri Fried Chicken Wings
freshly deep fried, crispy &juicy 😋
wingyanyoanna
Before you head over
Practical tips on ordering, timing, and spice adjustments for a smooth visit
Confirm Payment Promptly After QR Ordering
Scan the QR code at your table and immediately settle payment online or at the counter so kitchen preparation begins without delay.
Arrive Early for Peak Weekday Lunch
Arrive before the peak CBD lunch rush to secure a table easily, as the dining room fills up fast during midday workday hours.
Specify Spice Levels and Use the Chili Station
Dishes like char kway teow are mild by default; request your preferred chili level in the order or customize heat at the self-serve condiment bar.
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