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Sambal Kampung

Shop 4/38-46 Edgewater Blvd, Maribyrnong VIC 3032, Australia

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Shop 4/38-46 Edgewater Blvd, Maribyrnong VIC 3032, Australia

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+61 3 9317 7171
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sambal Kampung

Sambal Kampung delivers unapologetic Malaysian comfort classics to suburban Maribyrnong at breakneck speed. Plates hit the table in minutes—golden roti canai pulling apart into soft layers, fragrant bowls of curry laksa, and crisp cereal prawns. Regulars point to the wok-charred flat rice noodles, packed with deep wok hei and crunchy beansprouts, alongside rich beef rendang and icy glasses of teh tarik. Plant-based diners get dedicated care through custom vegan fried rice, noodles, and vegetarian laksa, while easy street parking and high chairs keep chaotic family dinners completely fuss-free. Finish by breaking into sizzling hot plate egg tofu spooned with savory minced pork.

  • Rapid-Fire Service: Steaming laksa, fried noodles, and stir-fries routinely hit the table within five minutes of ordering.
  • Hawker-Style Flavors: Flaky roti canai, rich beef rendang, and aromatic wok-fried rice noodles mirror home-cooked Malaysian classics.
  • Plant-Based Flexibility: The kitchen willingly modifies dishes on request, preparing meat-free fried rice, noodles, and vegetarian laksa without skimping on seasoning.
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Why Diners Choose Sambal Kampung

Why diners choose Sambal Kampung for authentic Malaysian comfort and easy family meals

  • Ultra-Fast Table Turnaround

    Fresh, hot dishes regularly arrive within five minutes of placing an order, offering an efficient, prompt dining experience.

    fast as the food we ordered arrived within 5 minutes after being placed

    Lily Hoang

  • Flexible Vegan and Plant-Based Customizations

    The kitchen accommodates plant-based preferences on request, preparing customized versions of classic noodle, rice, and laksa dishes.

    They’re happy to veganise dishes for you, l often order their battered fried egg plant in chili, vegan fried rice or a noodle dish.

    A T

  • Nostalgic Flavours of Home

    Traditional cooking techniques recreate authentic hometown flavors that resonate deeply with guests who grew up with Malaysian cuisine.

    the curry chicken tasted exactly like the one i grew up with

    ilham attiya

  • Authentic Malaysian Comfort

    Faithfully executed regional recipes provide an authentic taste profile virtually indistinguishable from dining back in Malaysia.

    The taste is so close to those in Malaysia that you can’t tell the difference.

    Evo Tan (EVO)

  • Hassle-Free Suburban Accessibility

    Generous on-site parking and quiet suburban surroundings make arriving and seating effortless for guests of all ages.

    Parking area, restroom, high chair are available which is very suitable for family with children as well as seniors.

    Cindy C Rahardjo

  • Family and Kid-Friendly Setup

    With high chairs, dedicated children's tableware, and fast service, the venue easily accommodates multi-generational dining.

    The kids are provided kids tableware and cutlery. They have high chairs available for kids as well.

    Lakshmanan Sornanathan

Classic Malaysian comfort dishes prepared fresh and served quickly

  • Curry Laksa

    Ordered the seafood laksa. Came quickly and was absolutely delicious one of the best I have had in a very long time, ate up every drop :)

    Julia Boyle

  • Roti Canai

    beautiful flaky soft roti canai

    Amalia Herres

  • Cereal Prawns

    My absolute must-order is the cereal prawns. They are so incredibly delicious—I genuinely have to order them every single time I visit!

    Monica Chung

  • Nasi Lemak

    we ordered special fried rice and nasi lemak with curry chicken. the food was amazing. the curry chicken tasted exactly like the one i grew up with.

    ilham attiya

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the food take to come out?

The kitchen prepares dishes quickly, with multiple diners noting meals often arrive to the table within 5 to 20 minutes of placing an order.

Can dishes be made vegetarian or vegan?

Yes, the restaurant accommodates plant-based diets and can adapt dishes upon request, including vegetarian laksa, vegan fried rice, noodles, and battered fried eggplant.

Can you book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations can be booked. Reserving ahead is recommended during peak times as the dining room gets busy and walk-in seating can be limited.

Is parking available nearby?

Parking is straightforward and accessible right by the venue, with both car park and free street parking options available nearby.

How large are the portion sizes?

Portions are generous, with sharing dishes like the Yam Net serving 3 to 4 people and individual noodle or rice plates frequently large enough for two to share.

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