Choon Hui Cafe

Been here recently, what a pleasing experience for the ambience and food culture. For me laksa here are there on my top three list. The popiah man, delicious. Not forget the kopi panas here. Try the original taste for laksa, kolo mee and popiah guys

This iconic coffee shop is where locals and tourists alike go for an authentic Sarawak breakfast experience. The moment you step in, you're hit with the aroma of strong local coffee and sizzling noodles - the best wake-up call in Kuching. Their kolo mee is legendary - springy noodles tossed in fragrant pork lard with just the right amount of char siu. The Sarawak laksa here is equally impressive, with its rich, spicy broth that locals swear by. Don't miss pairing your meal with their thick, tar-like local coffee that packs an energizing punch. The no-frills atmosphere is part of the charm - plastic stools, shared tables, and the constant clatter of bowls and chatter. Service is fast and no-nonsense, just how a proper old-school kopitiam should be. Prices remain wallet-friendly despite its popularity. Come early (before 9am) to beat the crowds, and bring cash. Parking can be tricky, but the food is worth the hassle. Rating: 4.5/5 - A must-visit for anyone wanting to experience real Kuching breakfast culture. This is where food memories are made!

Retain that kopitiam ambience of yesteryears. Laksa broth is on the thicker side but taste is ngam, fresh prawns! Popiah, one of the better ones tasted. Toast is recommended, thin and toasty crunchy outside

The popiah was overly priced RM 5 for a one and the ingredient was normal like any others out there. The kopitiam is really hot and lots of people. Coffee/tea/milo drinks are pretty sad, advice to just order canned soft drink or bottled water. The Sarawak Laksa was ok and i wont say the best. It got viral because Anthony Bourdain was there before. There are better ones in Kuching. Best to consult the locals they might point you to better one.

A shop just to the left of Grand Continental Hotel Kuching. If you come late, you'll have to park at the roadside as there's not much space. There's Sarawak Laksa, Kolo Mee, Porridge and Popiah stalls for you to order from. Drinks are quite good. Me and my brother added butter to our morning coffee for that extra smoothness. Tables are spread out evenly but it's more of a kopitiam style where you can hear the whispers from the next table or so. Not good for kids as there's no place to run/play. Overall, I'd give ⭐⭐⭐⭐.

Overall dining experience was good. There are 4 stalls selling breakfast which is Popiah, porridge, Sarawak Laksa and kolomee. There also got eggs, toast and coffee and tea. Food tastes are above average, can have a good try when pass by.

Another great place for Sarawak Laksa, the soup is thicker and stronger in flavour. Kolo mee is quite normal. Popiah is quite nice. Toasted bread wasn’t nice, but egg was nicely done.

Located in a stand alone shophouse building, this famed coffee shop is notably famous for their Sarawak laksa, though there are also other local fare served here. Made viral in those days when Anthony Bourdain featured in his travel & food show. It is without doubt that the Sarawak laksa here is good and wholesome, which in my opinion has leaning towards a more curry-ish hint in its aroma. It is definitely more of a tourist & visitors destination , cause when we were there , a van load of tourists alighted and started clicking away with their assortment of cameras, even right up to the Auntie preparing the laksa, who didn't even bat an eyelid, as she probably has gotten so used to the celebrity treatment already. Despite their acclaim and business, the operators and staff were still polite and composed. One thing that really stood out for me in this coffee shop was how clean to the point of being almost spotless and well maintained the mosaic flooring common in the 1960's era was. As for my opinion being a local, it is a hassle to get parking around here, the need to wait for empty tables and having to wolf down one's laksa as there are others hawking your table means only rare occasional visits here in particular when one has visitors in town. Otherwise, there are indeed equally good Sarawak laksa in town where one can savour in one's own sweet time.