Original Penang Kayu Nasi Kandar - NU Sentral Mall, KL Sentral at NU Sentral
Location: Unit LG. 30 & 31, NU Sentral Mall, 201, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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The menu features the flagship nasi kandar, served with fragrant basmati rice and a medley of curries poured in the traditional banjir style. Curries include fish head curry, aromatic mutton, prawn, and chicken varieties, accompanied by add-ons such as crispy fried chicken and fish roe. The Long Roti Tissue, a signature dessert shaped into a tall cone and brushed with margarine and sugar, is a visual and gastronomic highlight. The outlet also serves roti canai, murtabak, and a variety of stir-fried vegetables, alongside beverages including the Milo Dinosaur and fruit juices. The NU Sentral outlet offers a clean, air-conditioned dining environment in contrast to the chain's traditional roadside stalls.
Opening hours are 7 am to 10 pm daily.
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Original Penang Kayu Nasi Kandar - NU Sentral Mall, KL Sentral
Original Penang Kayu Nasi Kandar
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Original Kayu Nasi Kandar Restaurant
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Restoran Original Penang Kayu Nasi Kandar
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KAYU NASI KANDAR
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Original Penang Kayu Nasi Kandar
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Kayu Nasi Kandar Restaurant
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Ginger Tea with Ginger Root
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Dosa with Sambar and Chutney
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Noodles with Garnish
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Fried Noodles with Fried Egg
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Dosa with Sambar and Chutneys
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Chocolate Drink in Glass Mug
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Restaurant Interior
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Dosa with Chutneys
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Fried Noodles with Fried Egg
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Rice plate with chicken curry and side dishes
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Food Display
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Nasi Lemak
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Restaurant Interior with Diners and Staff
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Fried Rice with Chicken and Vegetables
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KAYU NASI KANDAR Original Penang 1974 Sign
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Restaurant Interior
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Nasi Goreng
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Food Display
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Noodles with Egg and Vegetables
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Noodles with Fried Egg and Lime
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Roti with Filling
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Dosa with Chutney and Sambar
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Noodles with Fried Egg
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Food Display
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Indian Food Spread
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Nasi Lemak with Fried Chicken
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Chicken Biryani with Egg
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Restaurant Interior
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Restaurant Interior with Diners
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Roti Canai and Fried Noodles
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Indian Food Platter
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Busy Restaurant Interior
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Dosa with Chutneys
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Indian Meal on Banana Leaf
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