Category: Food Reviews

Awesome homemade burgers at Jackson’s Burger.

We totally stumbled on Jackson’s Burger by chance. We were driving around aimlessly trying to make our way to PJ Old Town when the BF asked me to stop. I literally made an emergency stop :P

He has spotted the famous but elusive Jackson’s Burger. Okay maybe not elusive, but we could never have figured out how to go there.

It’s parked right outside a house (which belongs to Jackson, I assume) and somewhat obstructed by a big tree, you might miss it if you’re not observant.

# – Jackson’s Burger.

Operated by a couple (whom I will assume to be Jackson and his wife), they sell all kinds of simple and fresh homemade burgers. There were only 4 types of food listed on the menu – beef burger, chicken burger, fish fillet burger and hotdog but I was told they also sell amazing crab and prawn burgers, which sadly I only found out after.

Apparently Jackson’s Burger has been around for years and is very popular among PJ natives. Blame my judgmental nature, but when it comes to famous food places, I almost always expect the proprietors to be arrogant but this is certainly not the case with Jackson’s Burger. The lady is soft-spoken and friendly. She was very sweet and patient with a girl in primary school who had difficulty recalling her father’s long list of orders.

# – I think they are Jackson and his wife?

By the way, Jackson’s Burger is also listed as a legendary food truck on 4sq ;)

We had a beef burger each and I must say, it really lived up to its notoriety. The patty was juicy, thick and flavourful. With just some cucumbers , onions and chili sauce, it was a simple but very satisfying burger. I like my meat in its natural form, which basically means I don’t crave for frankfurters, spam, burgers or other heavily processed meat but I really like Jackson’s because it tasted very natural and not overly processed.

# – ST was loving it.

Just look at this. So succulent, so juicy!

# – Jackson’s beef burger.

# – I is a happy camper.

If you’ve eaten at Jackson’s, what’s your favourite burger? Tell me please so I know what else to order next time! Thanks :D

No 144, Jalan 14/29 Dato Abdul Aziz,
Section 14, Petaling Jaya,
Open daily from 11am to around 5pm

Roti Babi at Yut Kee.

Last Saturday we were in KL looking at kitchen tiles. We’ve already chosen them last week at another shop but decided to check out other alternatives because I’m fickle like that. Right after a fruitless search, we decided to go to Yut Kee for a late lunch. I’ve never been to Yut Kee but have heard loads about it so I was excited to check it out.

Excitement got dampened significantly though thanks to this:

# – Massive traffic jam everywhere in KL.

Apparently it was the PC Fair weekend. Couldn’t have chosen a worse timing to go to KL :( I got so bored being stuck in the jam I resorted to twitpicking the randomest things such as this:

# – Did the lion tuck his willy between his legs?

After 45 minutes, we arrived at Yut Kee, albeit for early dinner instead of late lunch :P

# – Kedai Makanan Yut Kee. It was about to close by the time we reached.

# – The place was quite empty as it was near closing time. We were told only chicken chop and roti babi (pork bread) were left. I really like how nostalgic the place feels. Like time travel!

# – Extensive menu, beef, chicken, pork, all also got!

# – It’s the first time I’ve been to a place where Worcestershire sauce is served together with ketchup and chili sauce.

# – The famous chicken chop. Food was served really fast, barely 10 minutes after we plonked our asses down. I’ve definitely had better chicken chops elsewhere but it’s still a very enjoyable dish. The onion gravy was flavourful and not starchy. The chicken was tender. It’s not unlike eating a home cooked dish, lovely but without the flair and sophistication of a restaurant.

# – And now…the Roti Babi! Deep fried bread stuffed with tender shredded pork, onions and supposedly crab meat (which I couldn’t detect), nuff’ said. This thing is addictive. I didn’t think I could finish, but I did and wanted more after :P

# – I’m just holding half of the bread. It’s pretty big!

Apparently Yut Kee also has a host of other really delicious dishes like belacan fried rice, beef stew rice, pork chops, roast pork and many more. I’m looking forward to going back to try them out. It’s been operating over 70 years! Got to say something for such long staying power.

Kedai Makanan Yut Kee
35 Jalan Dang Wangi,
55100 Kuala Lumpur,
Kuala Lumpur
03-2698-8108
Open Tue-Sun, 8am-5pm

Restoran Foong Foong, yummy & cheap yong tau fu in Ampang.

I was in Ampang last weekend to see Goo Tyng Tong. After, the visit we decided to have lunch at Foong Foong Ampang Yong Tau Fu. I’m embarrassed to say that despite growing up in Cheras (or now known as Ampang since last general election :P), I had no idea that Foong Foong is supposedly famous. My mom said that we used to go there regularly but I have to say, I’ve got no memory of doing so :P

It took my white boyfriend to tell me that Foong Foong is famous and insisted to eat there -_-

# – Restoran Foong Foong

The restaurant is located at the T-junction of the main road (basically, the Ampang traffic police station is one end and Foong Foong is at the opposite end) and flanked by two other yong tau fu restaurants. Make sure you go into the one that says Foong Foong :P

There’s no designated parking so just park on the roadside wherever you can and as close to the place.

It’s not easy to miss the restaurant. It’s always packed but quite easy to get a table as people come and leave. This is the type of places where one shouldn’t hoard the table, hehehe.

# – The entrance.

Every table is numbered, so when you place your order at the counter, you got to tell the staff the number of your table. Generally, each piece of yong tau fu cost RM0.80.

# – Deep fried dumplings and tofu skin.

I don’t usually like deep fried yong tau fu very much because they are sometimes a bit too hard. However, the deep fried goodies at Foong Foong were surprisingly light and crispy. It’s effortless to eat and very tasty.

# – Stuffed chillis, bittergourds, lady’s fingers and tofu.

I can’t really tell whats the stuffing is made of but I suspect it’s a mixture of pork and fish paste. The vegetables used were fresh and not cooked to oblivion. The gravy was light and delicious.

# – Look ma, I can use chopsticks!

The bill came to less than RM21 including drinks for two people. Well, you won’t find anything astronomically impressive at Foong Foong, just simple dishes that are very satisfying. I’m definitely coming back!

Restoran Foong Foong
621-A, Jalan Besar Ampang,
68000 Ampang