Must-Try Food on Kuala Lumpur’s Jalan Alor｜The Secret Behind Wong Ah Wah’s Famous Charcoal-Grilled Chicken Wings

The heat and aroma of Alor Street

Located on Jalan Alor in Bukit Bintang, it is Kuala Lumpur's most representative street food paradise after night falls. Neon lights are flashing, crowds are surging, and the air is filled with the smell of charcoal grilling and spices. It concentrates the soul of the nightlife of the entire city.

Wong Ah Wah Snack Shop: A Legend in the Night Market

On this street, the most eye-catching is the Wong Ah Wah Restaurant. This well-known and time-honored brand is almost equated with Alor Street, with three storefronts in a row, and it is full of seats.
Their treasure of the town shop, charcoal-grilled chicken wings, is marinated in a special sauce, and then grilled over charcoal until the skin is scorched and the inside is juicy. Every bite has the taste of charcoal and sweet and salty blending.

In addition to grilled chicken wings, dishes such as satay, manta rays, and citrus plum juice are also popular with tourists and locals. The dishes have a variety of flavors, from stir-fried with fragrant sauces suitable for Chinese tastes to sweet and spicy spice dishes with Malay flavors, allowing people to eat all over the country in one meal.

Celebrity aura and authentic atmosphere

When you walk into Wong Ah Wah, you will find that the wall is covered with photos of celebrities from Hong Kong and Taiwan. This is not just a decoration, but more like a testimony to time and taste. Many travelers come here, whether it is their first visit or aftertaste of old feelings, they will never forget the fire and aroma beating on the charcoal fire.

Street taste recommended by the Michelin Guide

Huang Yahua Snack Shop has also been included in the "Michelin Guide Kuala Lumpur"**, becoming one of the first choices for tourists when looking for authentic night market food. Its charm lies not in the gorgeous setting, but in the simple and authentic soul of the night market-a mouthful of charcoal and a touch of noise is the most authentic taste of Kuala Lumpur.

Wong Ah Wah Restaurant
Address: No 1, Jalan Alor, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Business hours: 16:00-02:00 (closed on Mondays)
Phone number: 03-2144 2463