Restoran Ye Look (以勒海鲜楼)

Along the other two tai chow stalwarts down this time-honoured row of shops, Ye Look excels at making families very happy on their weekend meals out. The corner shop is your standard setup with red plastic chairs and wooden round tables, though the breezy outdoor seats tend to be more popular. We hear the Black Pepper Crabs (market price) are delicious, fetching sweet, tender flesh and punchy sauce. But unless you’re here for a special treat, look to their usuals for a homey dinner well done. Follow our lead on ordering signatures — the comforting Choy Poh Tofu (from RM8) is excellent while the sweet-savoury Watermelon Pork Ribs (from RM18) is a refreshing meat dish. Also a must-order, the crunchy Salted Egg Yolk Long Beans (from RM10) make fun greens for the family to chomp on. If you happen here in the day, there’s still reason to eat at Ye Look — the Chicken Rice (RM5.50) and Pan Mee (from RM5) with pinched noodles are most praised.
Avg price per person: RM20