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Setia Alam isn’t just about malls and housing developments — it’s a foodie playground packed with underrated gems.
From tucked-away cafes to old-school hawker favourites, we’ve handpicked 10 places that locals keep coming back to (and tourists rarely know about).
Ready to makan like a true local?
What to try: Char Siew, Roasted Chicken Rice.
Why go: Char Siew is perfect, sweet and savory. Roasted chicken is flavorful and tasty.
What to try: Nasi Lemak with Fried Chicken.
Why go: The best local Friend Chicken in town!
What to try: Nasi Lemak with Sambal.
Why go: Fragrant rice with slightly sweet sambal, love their sambal.
What to try: Korean Bbq Buffet, Kinchi Stew, Teopokki.
Why go: Good quality of meat, tasty Kimchi stew and teopokki and free flow of side dishes.
What to try: Ginger Chicken, Asam Stingray.
Why go: Good quality of meat, tasty Kimchi stew and teopokki and free flow of side dishes.
What to try: Sambal Sotong with Beehoon, Sambal Quail Egg.
Why go: Spicy sambal, fragant Fried Chicken and delicious sambal sotong.
What to try: Pork Stomach Pepper Soup.
Why go: Specialize in Pork Stomach Pepper Soup, provides homemade Meatball.
What to try: Burger Ayam/Daging Special (Special Chicken Burger).
Why go: Tasty burger, fresh vege and friendly owner (Can request for lesser sauce).
PS: Go to the owner, ask for their phone number, and next time order before you go.
What to try: Chicken Rice, Nasi Lemak, Dry Pork Noodle.
Why go: One of the oldest Kopitiam in Setia Alam, good food and breakfast spot.
What to try: Nasi Ayam Gepuk.
Why go: Good halal food spot in Setia Alam. Their chili is spicy but delicious, love their tempeh and fried tofu.
So, how many have you tried? Bookmark this list and makan your way through Setia Alam’s best-kept secrets. Got more hidden spots to recommend? DM us on Instagram @hungreats — we might feature your pick next!
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