[FOOD] 20141107 Nancy's Nyonya Kitchen @ Jonker Street, Melaka

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Note: Nancy's Kitchen will be relocating (or relocated) soon to 13, 13-1 & 13-2, Jalan Kota Laksaman 3/8 Taman Kota Laksamana Seksyen 3, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.

Nyonya cuisine is very unique to Melaka (Malacca) due to the blend of cross cultural marriage between the local Malay community and the Chinese way back during the Melaka empire history. The men are known as Baba while the ladies are known as Nyonya. The cultural blend has also create a fusion of the culinary of both cultures that creates a unique cuisine known as Nyonya cuisine.

There are so many Nyonya restaurants around Melaka and most probably you will only have the chance to sample one or two restaurants during your trip. Nancy's Kitchen is conveniently located right at the side alley of the famous Jonker's street, hence I don't really understand why they would want to move out from here to somewhere further away from tourist spots.

There are mixed reviews about Nancy's Kitchen on the food quality as well as service as many have rated their food to be average and above, while service is pretty much depending on which waiter is serving your table. As for my own experience, both food and service quality are acceptable.

The restaurant is small and maintains the interior of the old and traditional architecture of the shop with a mezzanine floor located at the back of the shop to cater for more tables. Do expect long queue on peak hours and it is best to visit before or after peak hours.

I would personally recommend you to try their individual menu and desserts, or if you fancy some Nyonya kuih and cookies. Most negative reviews were due to ala carte dishes which I avoided during my visit.

Nancy's Kitchen
Old: 7 Jalan Hang Lekir, Off Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia
New: 13, 13-1 & 13-2, Jalan Kota Laksaman 3/8 Taman Kota Laksamana Seksyen 3, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia.
Telephone: +606 283 6099 / +6013 - 618 3608
Opening Hours: 11:30am until 5:30pm (Daily, closed on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday extended to 9:30pm)


TO GO


The old location is conveniently located at the alley of Jonker street which is the same junction where Geographer Bar is located. 


The new location is located nearby but further away from tourist hotspots which requires you to drive or take a cab.


SPECIALITY



It was late in the afternoon and I was looking for some new places that I have yet to try and bumped into Nancy's Kitchen. After checking some online reviews, I decided to give it a try despite some mixed comments. The tiny space was packed with patrons and I was escorted up to the mezzanine floor at the back of the shop, passing through their pastry counter and warmly welcomed by a waitress who is in charge of the floor. The squeaky wooden planks gives a chill when walking on it, worrying the old wooden structure might collapse.


I skipped Pai Tee for the starter and ordered the five spice lobak (spring roll with meat paste seasoned with five spices) instead as I noticed their Pai Tee is not that appetizing from the looks (sorry about that!). I was also curious how different is the Nyonya lobak in comparison to the well known Penang lobak. Taste wise, it's a milder version of Penang lobak and I still prefer the Penang ones. 


I know this Kampung Fried Rice has nothing to do with Nyonya cuisine but I was craving for fried rice after reading the menu hence decided to order it. The fried rice is well cooked and flavoured with good amount of ingredients and nice kick of chilli. Not too bad if you fancy some fried rice.


To compliment the Nyonya cuisine, I ordered a bowl of laksa (curry noodles) and the colour of the curry is very inviting. The curry is thick and rich with flavours with generous amount of ingredients including two big prawns! Overall it's a good laksa that we savour until the last drop.


Not forgetting my usual habit of ordering a bowl of cendol for sampling and surprisingly the cendol served here in Nancy's is better than my expectation with good balance of the Gula Melaka (Palm Sugar), coconut milk and of course the fresh cendol. It was so good that I ordered another bowl to top up. 

SUMMARY


Despite the mixed reviews about Nancy's Kitchen, my experience during my visit was pleasant with unexpected findings. Although I only ordered the individual menu instead of normal Nyonya cuisine, the servings did not disappoint and the waitress who attend us was friendly enough as opposed to the online reviews that condemned on the poor services. Perhaps it very much depends on your luck and fate in meeting someone. It's a pity that they will relocate to another place and hopefully they will improve their food and service to another level thereafter.

Taste
 ☆☆☆☆
 Not the best but did not disappoint.
Value
 ☆☆☆☆
Reasonable value with good portion and serving
Service
 ☆☆☆☆
Reserved comments.
Cleanliness
 ☆☆☆
Can be improved.
Opening Hours
11:30am until 5:30pm (Daily, closed on Tuesday)
Friday and Saturday extended to 9:30pm
Wifi
Yes, password: nancykitchen
Parking
Limited.
Website
Nancy's Kitchen Facebook

GPS:
Old: 2.196385, 102.245928
New: 2.197523, 102.239654

farscope

Malaysian lad, engineer by background, banker by profession whom passionate in photography, food and travelling.

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