New Places To Visit In Johor Bahru After Entering Via VTL

Upon arrival you may be greeted with a solemn sight, most of your favourite eateries are probably closed and have gone out of business, however, there has been a small wave of new eateries that have sprouted, and in this list, we're covering them.

6D CafePhoto By 6D Cafe

For Instagram Worthy Pics
Situated in Eco Botanic which is about 30 minutes away from the city centre, this café boasts a unique interior, with its walls filled with line-art, giving visitors the feel of being in a comic book, (or A-ha's Take On Me music video for the not so young). The walls are not the only "Instagram-able" thing, as this being a café, there is most definitely food. 6D has a variety of Ramen, Sushi, rice dishes and drinks. Try their volcano pork Katsu Ramen (RM24), spider Maki (RM28), and their yoghurt smoothie (RM18), not only do they look fabulous, these dishes taste great!

Chef Halil Salim @ The Silver ForkPhoto By Silver Forks

For Affordable But Delicious Food
The tag line of this little Warung (small restaurant) just across the street from G5 hotel is "Hotel-grade food, but roadside stall price", which is absolutely true. The dishes are prepared by Chef Salim who had previously run kitchens in 5-star hotels across the country and even served in the Johor palace's kitchen, so you can be sure the food is fit for royalty. Try their Nasi goreng that comes in a variety of styles, seafood (RM7.50), Thai (RM8.00), deep-fried butter squid (RM8.50) and even sweet and sour prawn (RM7.50). You'll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in the state that serves this quality of food at such an affordable price.

Principle By T.A.MPhoto By Principle By T.A.M

For A Cozy Cafe Experience
A new café has set up shop along Jalan Terus, and is quickly becoming a hit, the reason being that the food and drinks served here are of exceptional quality. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a cosy home-like atmosphere, with minimalist and nature-inspired décor. Try out their smoked eggplants with hummus on toast (RM16.90), or their smoked duck pizza with Mornay sauce (RM42.90), and wash everything down with a salted caramel latte (RM14).

LAPOPhoto By LAPO

For An Urban Picnic
You may not have packed for a picnic, but that's where LAPO comes in. Enjoy snacking on a multitude of delicacies while outdoors. This cafe is located in the JOHO HQ compound and variety is the name of the game, with local delights such as Mee Siam, Laksa, Popiah, and pastries both traditional and western available for your consumption. Try out their Sate Paru Sambal (RM3.50 per skewer), which is beef lungs fried in spicy-sweet sambal on a stick, or the beef basil Krapow (RM11), a Thai styled fried beef dish in a bento box, perfect for outdoor dining. Lapo opens at 7am and closes at 4pm, and paid parking can be found in the next lot from JOHO HQ.

The Founders CafePhoto By The Founders Cafe

For Big Breakfasts And Australian Brunch Menus
Remember that café Jay Chou visited in JB? People and Places café? Well, sad to say it's closed down (their sister cafe Routine By Soon is also permanently closed), but don't worry, as it's renamed as The Founders Café and relocated to the nearby Tebrau industrial area. The brunch menu is similar, so definitely try their big English breakfast (RM29), or their hand-rolled bagels (RM9.90). Aside from the food, the décor and ambience of the café give off an industrial feel, so you're sure to have great backdrops for your #ootd Instagram posts.

TGI FridaysPhoto By TGI Fridays Malaysia

For Western Food
For those who have previously been in JB prior to the pandemic, you may have known that TGI Fridays was operating near the courthouse along Jalan Ayer Molek, but sadly have since closed. But on the 21st January 2022, they reopened a new outlet inside Mid Valley Southkey. Being the only TGI Fridays in the state, it is usually packed with customers who are most likely after their grilled ribs (RM95.90). For those not looking for ribs, give their new plant-based burger (RM38.90) or blackened chicken alfredo pasta (RM32.90) a shot. Speaking of shots, they also have their signature mocktails (RM14.90) to quench your thirst. Fun fact, you can go to Fridays on any day of the week (not just on Fridays), from 11am to 10.30pm.

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