Yong Tau Foo in KL: Best Stuff Meat at Segambut 2024

If your idea of a good meal is tasty fish dumplings served in a savory brown sauce, then Yong Tau Foo is your ideal go-to dish.

Good yong tow foo is hard to come by. Thankfully Segambut Yong Tau Foo lives up to its billing as one of the best in Kuala Lumpur.

Alongside their crispy fried dumplings, several smaller stalls within its premise offer complementary food that makes the dining experience unique. There’s a famous roast pork bun (or chan pau in Cantonese), and a rojak stall with delicious peanut sauce!

Read on to discover what’s in store at Segambut Yong Tau Foo.

About Segambut Yong Tau Foo

Segambut Yong Tau Foo's entrance, courtesy of tripadvisor.com

Segambut Yong Tau Foo is nestled within an old, single-story bungalow. This popular breakfast and lunch spot is famous for its yong tau foo (YTF).

YTF is a Chinese Hakka dish comprising of vegetables and tau fu cutlets stuffed with ground fish or pork meat.

Known for their super fresh fish-based yong tau foo with a springy texture, this YTF specialist plays host to several smallish hawker stalls.

Come nightfall, the YTF outlet transforms into Starry Sky Marina Hotpot, serving pork-bone soup steamboat with an assortment of meat and vegetables.

Parking

Be forewarned that parking is a problem, especially during lunch hours as space is scarce.

Some patrons end up parking outside the restaurant. As such, if you’re heading here from your office, hail a Grab ride so you won’t be troubled by parking woes.

Ambiance

The refurbished old bungalow looks clean and tidy. Its original structure is maintained to retain its vintage vibes.

Set within a vintage bungalow converted to a restaurant, there are visible signs of aging as the interior and exterior can do with a fresh coat of paint.

The original layout of the house is retained, comprising of 2 dining sections which could be the living room and kitchen.

Despite its nostalgic vibes, the interior is clean and tidy.

This open-air restaurant does not have air conditioning but ample windows and good ventilation keep the place cool and breezy. On scorching hot days, workers roll out portable fans to combat the heat.

This is not a fancy posh yong tau foo restaurant. But one that is comfortable enough for you to sit down for authentic good food.

Once the food is devoured, most guests depart immediately to make space for new patrons.

Food

Food-wise, Segambut Yong Tau Foo ranks high for its value-for-money stuffed vegetables with meat.

Priced at only RM2 per piece, the fish-based yong tau foo is bouncy and tasty. The fried dumplings crackle with crunchiness, while the aroma of fish is enhanced through the frying process.

The yong tau foo vegetables was too good, we did not have a chance to take a pix when it was freshly served

There’s a good variety of yong tau foo available such as fried eggplant, brinjal, chili, lady's finger, tau fu, and bitter gourd too. Their rendition of Paper Wrap Chicken (Chee Pow Kai) is deliciously infused with flavorful condiments and thoroughly cooked without feeling oily.

Fried dumplings and fried rolled bean curd sheets are crunchy & delicious!

Service is quick with a short waiting time of 10 minutes upon ordering. While waiting for food to be served, head over to the rojak stall and Chinese confectionary bakery at the entrance. Both these outlets are star attractions in their respective genres.

The rojak’s savory sauce is brimming with fragrant hei ko (preserved prawn paste) and sprinkled roasted peanuts.

The rojak stall serves delicious fruit-based Penang rojak, seaweed, and conventional popiah, plus a  small selection of fresh fruits on the side.

The rojak’s savory sauce is brimming with fragrant hei ko (preserved prawn paste) and sprinkled with roasted peanuts. The crushed peanuts lend earthy nuances and texture to this appetizing dish. The crackers are out of this world too!

The famous Penang rojak stall thronged by many. Their steamed peanuts are fresh and fragrant too.

The Chinese confectionary shop opposite it bakes the most succulent chan pau, egg tarts, and kaya puffs in town. The aroma of freshly baked pastries permeates the entrance and succeeds in capturing the crowd. The BBQ bun dough is airy and fluffy, while the caramelized barbeque pork melts in your mouth when eaten warm. Should you decide to eat it the next day, store it at room temperature and savor its freshness after a quick heat-up in the microwave.

Their polo pau is another irresistible bun with a crumbling crusted top that preludes to a buttery-rich explosion as you bite down.

Pricing

Each yong tau foo costs only RM2, and given the higher cost of living in Kuala Lumpur, the price of YTF here is extremely affordable!

Apart from price, the good quality ingredients attract office goers and gourmet hunters near and far.

Verdict

Segambut Yong Tau Foo triumphs over 3a A Yong Tau Foo taste-wise as their sterling fish paste, fresh ingredients, and tasty bean sauce pack a punch.

The rojak store and Chinese bakery complement the YTF, worthy enough for patrons to make a beeline to take away these goodies while waiting for their food.

Although its ambiance is nothing much to shout about, the old-school vibes enhance its charm and uniqueness. Some may loathe its non-air-conditioned atmosphere.

But I don’t mind it as there is a good flow of air given the ample windows, ceiling, and stand fans.

Address: 67, Jalan Segambut Pusat, Taman Segambut, 51200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Contact: 010 – 311 1034

Operating Hours: 8am – 5pm daily. Closed on Monday.

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