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Malay Kitchen

Shop 1/15 Bank St, Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia

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Shop 1/15 Bank St, Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia

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+61 499 999 163
HoursMonday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: Closed Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Malay Kitchen

Box Hill locals line up for fiery Malaysian hawker staples that hit tables at breakneck speed. No frills inside—just the hum of a packed dining room and trays moving fast from counter to table. Regulars crowd in for the curry laksa, built with a deep, coconut-rich broth swimming with cockles, chicken, and crisp fried wontons. The Hainanese chicken rice delivers poached, skin-on chicken beside chicken-fat rice and sharp ginger-chilli sambal. For noodle purists, the KL-style dry wonton mee pairs springy egg noodles with sweet, char-edged barbecued pork. When midnight cravings hit, steaming bowls of peppery pig stomach and herbal bak kut teh carry the room straight through supper.

  • Rapid counter service: Queues move quickly with an efficient order-at-the-counter setup that sends hot bowls to tables in minutes.
  • Hawker street classics: Rich curry laksa, springy KL-style dry wonton noodles, and fragrant Hainanese chicken deliver honest kopitiam comfort.
  • Late-night dining: Doors stay open until midnight, making it a reliable destination for late-night supper runs and herbal broths.
  • Traditional offal broths: The kitchen prepares traditional pig stomach soup and offal noodle broths alongside classic cuts.
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The Malay Kitchen Advantage

Why Box Hill diners rely on Malay Kitchen for fast hawker comfort and midnight suppers

  • Authentic Hawker Staples Served at Pace

    Richly spiced broths like curry laksa and KL-style dry egg wonton noodles are prepared fast and seasoned accurately.

    Our go-to place for laksa that always hits the spot! The food comes out fast, and the place is always buzzing for good reason.

    Eastina

  • Rare Traditional Offal and Broth Specialties

    Specialty preparations include authentic offal noodle soups and rich bak kut teh with pork stomach, liver, and intestine.

    I am particularly fond of their 🐖 offals noodle soup. The ingredients are generous, the liver pieces are not overcooked; the stomach and kidney slices have no after-taste.

    Justin Tan

  • Midnight Supper Destination

    Operating through midnight offers a rare, dependable hot supper destination when most neighborhood eateries are closed.

    Efficient and fast service and the fact that it opens till midnight is a big plus; wish other places had such late nights.

    John Liew

  • Swift Counter-Service Flow

    A streamlined order-at-the-counter system moves queues swiftly so guests receive fresh, piping-hot dishes within minutes.

    Long queue to get in but they are very efficient. Only took 6 minutes ar the queue. One minute to order at the counter. 10 minutes for piping hot meal to arrive.

    Siew Tan

  • Flavors Rooted in Home and Memory

    Traditional recipes faithfully reproduce the taste memories of Malaysian street dining, delivering genuine comfort to homesick diners.

    Tasted like what we grew up with.

    J K

  • Honest Value and Generous Comfort

    Plentiful portions, reasonable pricing, and unpretentious execution provide reliable everyday dining value.

    Fast and cheap Malaysian food in the heart of Box Hill. Just hit the spot without any bells or whistles.

    Ju Ju

Beloved Malaysian hawker staples and noodle bowls praised by local diners

  • Hainanese Chicken Rice

    Chicken was tender, soft and smooth with a good portion. I really loved the sauce on the chicken.

    Explore Nonstop

  • Curry Laksa

    The curry laksa was the standout for me - rich, aromatic broth with a good level of spice and generous toppings.

    NT

  • Dry Wonton Noodles with BBQ Pork

    I’m giving this 5 stars solely for the KL style dry wonton noodles with BBQ pork. It’s not an easy one to find in Melbourne and I’m so glad they make a good version of it here.

    E L

  • Pig's Offals Noodle Soup

    I am particularly fond of their 🐖 offals noodle soup. The ingredients are generous, the liver pieces are not overcooked; the stomach and kidney slices have no after-taste.

    Justin Tan

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ordering work?

The restaurant operates an order-at-the-counter system where diners place orders and pay up front before food is brought to the table. Signs around the venue outline the ordering process.

Are there wait times during peak dinner hours?

The dining room regularly experiences lines during peak dinner hours, though the queue moves quickly and food arrives within minutes of ordering. Arriving earlier around 6:00 PM helps avoid waiting.

Is late-night dining available?

Yes, the venue opens for late-night supper and stays open until midnight every day except Thursday, when it is closed.

Are high chairs provided for young children?

High chairs are available for families dining with young children and toddlers.

Where can visitors park?

Visitors can park at the nearby Box Hill Central shopping centre car park, located roughly a five-minute walk from the shop.

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