5 Best Bak Kut Teh in Johor Bahru (2025 Update)
If you’re visiting Johor Bahru (JB) and love comfort food with deep herbal flavours, there’s one dish you simply can’t miss — Bak Kut Teh (肉骨茶). This hearty pork rib soup is a Malaysian favourite, especially in JB where you’ll find all kinds of versions — from traditional Teochew-style clear broth to dry bak kut teh, and even cheesy modern twists!
Planning a Johor Bahru food trip or a day trip from Singapore to Johor for local eats? These top 5 Bak Kut Teh restaurants in JB are the perfect additions to your JB must-eat list — especially if you’re using private car transport from Singapore to Johor Bahru.
1. Restaurant Shun Fa Bak Kut Teh (顺发肉骨茶)
Shun Fa Bak Kut Teh is one of the most established Bak Kut Teh names in Johor Bahru. Founded in the 1970s with its original outlet in Taman Sentosa, this popular chain now boasts over 20 locations across JB.
Images sourced from 新山顺发肉骨茶
The soup is a crowd favourite — mildly herbal with a natural sweetness and loaded with tender pork ribs, tofu, mushrooms, and more. A dry version is also available, stir-fried with dark soy sauce, garlic, and dried chillies for a richer, more intense flavour.
- Address: 43, Jalan Indah 16/12, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Phone: 016-752 8408
- Opening Hours:
Tue–Sun: 8:00 am – 8:15 pm
(Closed on Mondays) - Price range: RM20 – RM40 per person
2. Yap Seng Bak Kut Teh 葉城(乾)肉骨茶
Yap Seng Bak Kut Teh is a local favourite in Taman Nusa Bestari, Johor Bahru, especially known for its intensely flavourful soup and signature dry-style bak kut teh. The broth here is thick, rich, and packed with the essence of long-simmered herbs and pork — the kind that brings back nostalgic memories of home-cooked meals.
Images sourced from 葉城肉骨茶 Restoran Yap Seng Bah Kut Teh
Their dry bak kut teh version is equally beloved, cooked with special dark sauce, dried chillies, and shallots that coat each tender piece of meat with wok hei and savoury depth. For those looking for something different, their sour-style bak kut teh adds a spicy-tangy twist that’s surprisingly appetising.
- Address: 17G, Jalan Bestari 4/2, Taman Nusa Bestari, 79150 Iskandar Puteri, Johor
- Phone: 07-241 1006
- Opening Hours:
Monday–Sunday: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm (Daily) - Price Range: RM20 – RM40 per person
3. Restoran Ah Peng Bak Kut Teh (阿彬养生肉骨茶)
Restoran Ah Peng Bak Kut Teh stands out in Johor Bahru for its unique fusion of tradition and innovation. After over a decade of experience at his uncle’s Tian Hua Bak Kut Teh shop, owner Ah Peng set out on his own with a mission: to serve flavourful and wholesome bak kut teh that’s comforting and nourishing.
Images sourced from 阿彬养生肉骨茶 Ah Peng Bak Kut Teh
Their best-seller? Signature Dry Cheese Bak Kut Teh (特色芝士干肉骨茶) — a bold and creative twist that blends gooey cheese with the herbal richness of traditional BKT. It’s unexpectedly delicious and has gone viral among younger foodies! For those who prefer something classic, their wellness herbal version (养生肉骨茶) delivers deep flavours and a gentle, health-boosting touch.
- Address: 10, Jalan Setia 3/2, Taman Setia Indah, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Phone: 016-839 3699
- Opening Hours:
Thu–Tue: 10:30 am – 9:30 pm (Closed on Wednesdays) - Price Range: RM20 – RM40 per person
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4. Kedai Bak Kut Teh Hin Hock (兴福肉骨茶)
Located in Taman Tampoi, Hin Hock Bak Kut Teh is a well-known spot in Johor Bahru that draws both locals and Singaporean foodies — not just for bak kut teh, but also for their famous poached fish (烫鱼). This humble eatery near Plaza Angsana has been operating for decades, and is particularly popular during lunch hours.
Images sourced from 兴福肉骨茶 Kedai Bak Kut Teh Hin Hock
The herbal bak kut teh here features a dark, flavourful broth with strong herbal tones and a subtle liquorice sweetness — ideal for those who enjoy a more traditional, health-boosting version. It’s usually served with tender pork ribs, mushrooms, tofu, and enoki.
But what really sets Hin Hock apart is their steamed fish topped with aromatic fried garlic and savoury soy-based sauce. Many diners say it’s a must-try — and some even come just for the fish!
- Address: 70, Jalan Dato Mohammed Seth, Taman Tampoi, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Phone: 019-779 3434
- Opening Hours:
Tue–Sun: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
(Closed on Mondays) - Price Range: RM20 – RM40 per person
5. Hwa Mei Bak Kut Teh (华美肉骨茶)
Established in the 1960s, Hwa Mei Bak Kut Teh is one of the oldest and most respected bak kut teh restaurants in Johor Bahru. Located at Jalan Lumba Kuda near the immigration area, this heritage eatery is loved by locals for its nostalgic atmosphere and timeless flavours.
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The bak kut teh here features a balanced, savoury herbal broth — not overly salty or peppery — paired with tender pork ribs that slide off the bone. It’s served the old-fashioned way, perfect with a pot of Chinese tea. Loyal customers say the taste has remained consistent for decades — a true gem for fans of traditional bak kut teh in JB.
- Address: 146, Jalan Lumba Kuda, Bukit Chagar, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor
- Phone: 012-700 1776
- Opening Hours:
Tue–Sun: 7:30 am – 2:00 pm
(Closed on Mondays) - Price Range: RM20 – RM40 per person
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