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Luck Luck Hainan Chicken Rice Roast Meat
Roast Meat, Street Food
- Under RM20 per pax
Chiefeater Chee Leong caught up with a friend over lunch of roast meats at Luck Luck Hainan Chicken Rice in Kepong
Yuit Cheong Kopi
Kopi
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Post by Chiefeater Yuit Cheong
Stopped by Yuit Cheong Coffee Shop along Jalan Pantai, one of Kota Kinabalu’s oldest kopitiams. Established in the post-war 1940s, Yuit Cheong is one of Kota Kinabalu’s oldest Hainanese coffee shops, said to have once served state leaders and locals alike. That legacy alone makes it worth a visit for history lovers.
The kaya toast was notably thin and dry. Without the usual slab of butter, it fell rather one-dimensional in flavour. The kaya itself was mild, without much fragrance or caramel depth.
The kopi ais, however, was enjoyable — smooth, balanced, and with just the right sweetness to start the day.
The bill came to RM9.80 for two drinks and one toast set.
Take note: it’s cash-only, with no e-wallet or card facilities.
MVX Summary
Score: 7.0/10
M – Meal Value (6.5): Kaya toast was average, kopi was good, portion small for the price.
V – Vibe & Venue (7.8): A nostalgic space with friendly service and an authentic old-town feel.
X – X-Factor (6.7): The historical legacy and courteous staff keep it relevant, even as the food slips behind.
Business Hours
Monday to Saturday
07:00 am to 05:00 pm
Sunday
07:30 am to 05:00 pm
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