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Serenity and good food. Just what you expect from a town lost in time, Taiping.
Location: 255, Jalan Muzium, Taman Tasik Taiping, 34000 Taiping, Perak, Malaysia
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Nasi Lemak Kambus is a beloved Taiping institution along Jalan Muzium, drawing locals and out-of-town visitors alike with its deeply flavourful take on Malaysia's national dish. The stall is renowned for its rich, aromatic sambal that strikes a satisfying balance between sweet, savoury, and spicy, served alongside fragrant coconut rice and a generous assortment of lauk including fried chicken, sotong, keropok, and telur. The name "Kambus" has become synonymous with nasi lemak of the highest order in Taiping, with many considering it the benchmark against which all others in town are measured.
Operating as a modest roadside stall near Taman Tasik Taiping, Nasi Lemak Kambus embodies the spirit of Malaysian street food at its finest, where the quality of the cooking speaks far louder than the setting. Regulars arrive early, as the best lauk tends to sell out quickly, and the communal atmosphere of waiting in line and sharing tables with fellow diners is part of the experience. The stall's proximity to Taiping's famous lake gardens makes it a popular breakfast or supper stop for those exploring the area.
When in Taiping, a plate of nasi lemak from Kambus is not optional, it is essential. Come early, come hungry, and taste why this stall has earned its legendary reputation.
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Lakshmi
Serenity and good food. Just what you expect from a town lost in time, Taiping.
Low Wei
Open atmosphere. Got small garden managed by the owner.
Intan
Went early morning on a weekday they only had the basic nasi Lemak, it was good. Maybe not enough santan taste in rice though.
Arjun
19/10/2025 Came here for brekkie + Alhamdulillah managed to get parking nearby. It was our
Mastura
The service here is tiptop 👍 when they see someone waiting they will try to open a table or clear a place. The food is also prepared quickly.
Nasi Lemak Kambus
Nasi Lemak Kambus
Outdoor eatery with yellow plastic chairs and tables under a covered patio. A red banner reads 'NASI LEMAK KAMBUS' with the tagline 'The AWESOME nasi lemak in town'. The shop is open every Saturday and Sunday. A sign on the right indicates opening hours starting May 25, 2020.
Nasi Lemak Kambus Restaurant Entrance
Exterior view of a roadside eatery with a yellow-tiled awning and pink walls. A large red banner displays the shop name 'Nasi Lemak Kambus' along with regional dishes like Taiping, Perak Darul Ridzuan. The entrance is open, revealing outdoor seating under a striped canopy. Potted plants line the walkway. A red motorcycle is parked nearby.
Nasi Lemak Kambus
Outdoor eatery with yellow-tiled roof and red banner displaying "Nasi Lemak UNIK yang PERTAMA di Taiping" and "Taiping | Perak Darul Ridzuan". Customers dine under a striped tablecloth, potted plants line the sidewalk, and a motorcycle is parked nearby. The storefront has barred windows and a covered seating area.
Nasi Lemak Kambus Shop Front
Exterior view of a nasi lemak restaurant with yellow metal roof and wooden pillars. A red banner reads 'The AWESOME nasi lemak in town NASI LEMAK KAMBUS Setiap Sabtu dan Ahad sahaja'. Outdoor seating with green-and-white striped tablecloth, plastic chairs, potted plants, and brick planter box. Background shows parked cars and trees.
Nasi Lemak Kambus
Exterior view of a food stall with yellow roof and wooden pillars. A red banner reads 'The AWESOME nasi lemak in town' and 'NASI LEMAK KAMBUS Setiap Sabtu dan Ahad sahaja'. Family poses in front of the shop. Yellow plastic chairs and green plants are visible nearby.
Food Plate
A plate of food including a rolled omelet or wrap topped with cucumber slices, a side of fried chicken, and a dollop of red sauce on the side. A piece of flatbread is also present. The dish appears to be served on a white plate.
Breakfast Plate
A plate of breakfast food including two slices of toast with poached eggs, a side of baked beans topped with a sausage link drizzled in ketchup and mayonnaise sauce, served on a white plate with a floral design. The setting includes a red table surface and part of a person wearing a red shirt in the background.
Food Plate
A plate of Malaysian-style nasi lemak with rice, fried egg, cucumber slices, peanuts, spicy sambal, and a piece of fried meat. A fork rests on the right side of the plate. The plate has a white background with yellow and orange floral patterns. The setting appears to be an outdoor or casual dining area with a red and white striped tablecloth in the background.
Food on Plate
A close-up shot of a golden-brown, flaky pancake-like dish served on a white plate, with a small red bowl containing a light-colored liquid with brown spots beside it. The setting appears to be indoors on a wooden surface.
Food Item Close-up
A close-up shot of a dish featuring crispy fried flatbread, a golden omelet-like layer, sliced cucumber, and a dark sauce underneath, served on a white plate. The background shows a blurred surface with indistinct patterns.
Breakfast Plate
A plate of food featuring two slices of toast topped with baked beans and a fried egg, alongside a sausage wrapped in sauce.
Food dish
A close-up shot of a red sauce-based dish with shredded meat or fish served alongside a light-colored flatbread or pancake on a speckled plate.
Outdoor Dining Scene
A plate of nasi lemak with fried egg, sambal, cucumber slices, and peanuts sits on a yellow and blue striped tablecloth next to a glass mug of tea. In the background, potted plants are visible near outdoor seating. The setting appears casual and outdoorsy.
Food on Plate
A red plate with shredded fried roti or similar flatbread sits on a striped table. In the background, there's a small bowl of sauce and a blue cup. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with plasticware and condiments nearby.
Close-up of Food Dish
A close-up shot of a savory dish with browned ingredients, possibly stir-fried or braised, garnished with chopped green herbs on a white plate.
Food served on plate
A close-up shot of a stir-fried noodle dish with vegetables, tofu, and garnishes on a white rectangular plate. A fork and spoon are placed beside the food. In the background, there is a red and white striped tablecloth and a pink cup. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining area.
Food and Drink on Table
A plate with a serving of food including a fried item topped with cucumber slices and a red sauce, accompanied by a crispy flatbread. Next to it is a purple cup containing a pinkish beverage with a straw. The items are placed on a colorful striped tablecloth in yellow, blue, and white stripes. Two utensils rest beside the plate.
Food and Beverage at a Restaurant
A close-up shot of a meal on a table with a red and white striped tablecloth. The meal includes a golden-brown flatbread cut into quarters, an orange bowl containing curry or stew, and two glasses of frothy tea. A spoon and fork are placed beside the plate. In the background, another similar glass of tea is partially visible along with a hand holding a phone.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a dish on a patterned plate featuring rice topped with red sauce, cucumber slices, and a fried egg. The background includes wooden elements and part of a table surface.
Interior of a food stall
The interior features a red and beige striped floor, a yellow structural pillar with hanging promotional posters, blue counters, and a ceiling made of corrugated metal. A fan is visible in motion. Staff are present behind the counter. On the table lies a printed menu or flyer with images and text including 'Mas Lemak Kambus'. A black wire basket holds paper documents.
Food Dish
A close-up shot of a bowl containing rice topped with fried chicken, a sunny-side up egg, sliced cucumber, and red chili-based sauce. The dish is served on a white plate with orange and yellow decorative patterns. The background includes a wooden surface and part of a countertop.
Restaurant Interior
Open-air dining area with yellow structural beams, metal roof, and concrete floor. Customers seated at tables with colorful chairs. A counter with food preparation station and sink unit. Promotional posters hang from ceiling beams. Natural light enters through open sides.
Food Item Close-up
Close-up of sliced cucumber on a plate next to a golden-brown fried item and a dollop of red sauce.
Noodle Dish on Red and White Striped Tablecloth
A bowl of noodle soup with broth, vegetables, meat pieces, and green herbs sits on a red and white striped tablecloth. A spoon rests in the bowl. The setting appears to be indoors or at an outdoor dining area under natural light.
Food Plate
A close-up shot of a dish on a white plate featuring rice wrapped in an omelette, accompanied by a crispy flatbread, sliced cucumber, and a red sauce with meat pieces. The background includes a yellow surface or tablecloth.
Breakfast Plate
A plate with two slices of toast topped with poached eggs and a side of sausages drizzled with ketchup and mayonnaise, served on a striped green-yellow tablecloth with cutlery beside it.
Outdoor dining area with pink and yellow building
A view of an outdoor seating area with yellow plastic chairs under a covered patio. The building has a pink upper wall and yellow lower wall. Potted plants line the base of the structure. A large tree is overhead, and the sky is partly cloudy. Tables have striped tablecloths; one has a blue bag on it. No signage or menu boards are clearly visible.
Breakfast Plates on Table
Three plates of breakfast food on a green and white striped tablecloth. One plate has toast with fried eggs and sausages; another has chicken, fried egg, and sauce; the third has fried flatbread, chicken, and cucumber slices. Utensils are placed on plates. No shop front or menu visible.
Food and Drink at a Restaurant
A plate of Nasi Lemak with rice, fried chicken, egg, cucumber slices, sambal, and peanuts served on a patterned white plate. A purple iced drink in a plastic cup sits beside it. The table has green and white striped cloth. In the background, there's a leaf-patterned plate and a blue basket. No shop front or menu is visible.
Cooking Process
A close-up shot of a rice ball placed on a thin, cooked egg-like batter spread across a dark surface, likely a griddle or pan. The batter has bubbles and specks, suggesting it's being cooked. No signage, staff, or other shop elements are visible.
Karipap Serundung Ikan Terengganu
A clear plastic bag filled with golden-brown fried fish-shaped snacks rests on green foliage. A pink circular sticker in the upper right corner displays the product name 'KARIPAP SERUNDING IKAN TERENGGANU' and price 'RM14'. The background is lush greenery, suggesting an outdoor or garden setting.
Roti Bakar Telur Bergoyang Promotion
Promotional poster featuring a plate of toast with fried eggs, sausages, and beans. Text includes 'Mesti cuba!' (Must try!), 'RM4 per set', and 'MENU PADU' under 'NASI LEMAK KAMBUS'. The image shows a person holding the same dish in the background.
Outdoor seating area of Nasi Lemak Kambus
An outdoor patio with plastic tables covered in red and yellow striped tablecloths, surrounded by blue plastic chairs. The ground is concrete with patches of moss or algae. A tree stands near the center, and a chain-link fence encloses the area. In the background, a road and a large light-blue building are visible. Text overlay reads 'Like & Share Nasi Lemak Kambus'. No shop front signage or menu boards are clearly visible.
Order Form at Nasi Lemak Kambus Taiping Perak
A printed order form placed on a yellow and blue striped tablecloth with two pencils resting in a black mesh cup beside it. The form is labeled 'PURNAMA NASI LEMAK KAMBUS TAIPING PERAK' and includes instructions to 'SILA HANTAR PESANAN ANDA KE KAUNTER'. In the background, there are outdoor elements like a yellow plastic chair and part of a building facade.
Food Plate with Rice, Chicken, and Accompaniments
A meal served on a blue plate featuring rice wrapped in an omelet-like wrap, topped with cucumber slices and red sauce, accompanied by a crispy flatbread, a side of roasted chicken leg in a floral bowl, and additional condiments including a boiled egg and chili sauce in orange bowl. The setting includes a striped tablecloth and cutlery resting beside the dish.
Nasi Lemak Kambus Menu Promotion
Promotional poster with yellow background and pink circular frames showcasing five food items: Puding Roti Kastard Fruity, Naget Tempura dan Sosej, Koko Krunch & Fresh Milk, Nasi Lemak Kambus, and Roti Bakar Telur Bergoyang. The top banner reads 'KAMI KEMBALI! 25/9/2021 (SABTU)' indicating a return on Saturday.
Nasi Lemak Kambus advertisement
A promotional poster with a red background featuring ornate patterns. It displays an image of nasi lemak (rice dish) topped with cucumber slices and sambal. The text reads 'Nasi Lemak Kambus', 'The AWESOME nasi lemak in town', operating hours '7.30 pagi hingga 11.30 pagi', and days 'SABTU & AHAD'.
Puding Roti Kastard Fruity Advertisement
Promotional poster featuring a dessert dish with sliced bread soaked in custard, topped with raisins and colorful candies. The image includes multiple aluminum trays of the same dessert, a small cup of sauce, and text overlays promoting the item as 'Mesti cuba!' (Must try!) at RM3 per slice. The poster also mentions 'DESSERT SYAHDU' and 'NASI LEMAK KAMBUS'.
Promotional Advertisement
A colorful promotional poster featuring a cartoon character with the text 'Mesti cuba!' above a bowl of chocolate cereal labeled 'Koko Krunch & Fresh Milk'. A carton of Nestlé Full Cream Milk is shown beside it. The price 'RM3 per set' and the phrase 'ANAK PASTI SUKA' are prominently displayed, along with 'NASI LEMAK KAMBUS' at the bottom.
Market stall display
Jars of baked goods displayed on a yellow table with black and gold lids; background shows stacked plastic chairs, red trash bin, and other jars on tables. Ambient lighting suggests an indoor or covered market setting.
Outdoor Dining Area
An outdoor seating area with yellow plastic chairs and red-yellow striped tables. A blue and orange corrugated wall is on the right. Potted plants line a concrete path. In the background, there's a yellow pergola, fencing, and other buildings. Text overlay reads 'Like & Share Nasi Lemek Kambus'.
Grand Opening Advertisement
A red promotional banner on a yellow awning announces 'GRAND OPENING 1 DESEMBER 2018 (SABTU)' with discounts: 'Nasi Lemak Kambus Diskaun 15%'. The sign is mounted on the exterior of a shop facade, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall. A yellow car is parked nearby, and a striped pole stands beside a blank road sign.
Group dining at outdoor restaurant
A family of five is seated at a colorful table under an open-air shelter with greenery in the background. The table has various dishes including fried snacks, flatbreads, and drinks with straws. A woman wearing a pink headscarf sits near the center, while children and adults are eating or conversing. In the foreground, there's a blue folder containing printed materials with partially legible text and a pencil resting on it.
Outdoor seating area of a local eatery
A casual outdoor dining space with plastic tables covered in red-and-white striped tablecloths, yellow chairs, and patrons seated under a corrugated metal roof. Potted plants line the side of a pink-walled building. The ground is concrete with patches of dirt. A few people are seen conversing or eating. No signage or menu boards are clearly visible.
Interior of a small establishment with green walls
The interior features bright green corrugated metal walls, a 'No Smoking' sign in multiple languages, framed certificates and documents, two black speakers mounted on the wall, an old radio on a shelf, a blue telephone, and a counter with water bottles. A sign reads 'TUNAI SAHAJA CASH ONLY'. The ceiling is made of metal sheets with yellow trim.
Nasi Lemak Kambus Grand Opening Menu Display
A black menu board on a wooden easel with a cartoon cat clipper at the top. The board displays 'menu simple tapi sempoi' with food and drink prices in RM. Above it, a red banner reads 'Grand Opening Nasi Lemak Kambus' and includes '#NasiLemakKambus'. The background is a light-colored wall with horizontal stripes.
Market stall display
A colorful table with assorted packaged snacks including cookies in jars, spiral candies, and fruit cups in plastic containers. Yellow plastic chairs and a striped tablecloth are visible. A person sits in the background near stacked boxes.
Shop Display Counter
A counter display of packaged snacks including boxes of 'Farm Fresh Premium Kurnia Deglet Nour' and jars labeled 'Hungry Tupa Skudap'. Jars contain various cookies or biscuits in clear plastic containers with red or green lids. The counter is yellow-green, with a view into the shop interior showing shelves and chairs. Outside, a road and parked vehicles are visible through an open storefront window.
Outdoor Food Stall
A food vendor in an orange shirt prepares food at a stainless steel counter under a metal roof structure with orange beams. Green plastic baskets, containers, and a fan are on the counter. A table with a checkered cloth is nearby. In the background, there's greenery and a sign with Malay text pointing to directions. No shop front signage or logo is clearly visible on the building.
Shop Interior Display
Clear jars filled with assorted dried snacks or cookies are arranged on a wooden shelf. Jars have red lids with green ribbons. Background shows part of the shop interior: green walls, ceiling structure, and outdoor view through an open area. No signage or logo is clearly visible on the building facade.
Madu Kelulut Asli Pahang Product Display
Two honey products from 'DOAN' brand displayed on green foliage: a glass jar and a bottle of honey, both labeled with contact number 013-9013945. A purple circular graphic overlay shows product name 'Madu Kelulut Asli Pahang' and price range RM30/RM40. The setting is natural, outdoors, with no storefront or interior visible.
Market stall interior
Two tables covered with striped yellow-green tablecloths display jars of cookies and packaged snacks. A QR code sign stands on the right table. In the background, a person sits at a table under a blue tarp roof. The setting appears to be an open-air market or roadside stall.
Breakfast Plate
A plate of breakfast food on a red and white striped tablecloth with cutlery beside it.
Restaurant Interior Dining Scene
A close-up shot of a plate with rice, fried egg, sambal, beans, and cucumber on a colorful striped tablecloth. In the background, patrons are seated at tables under greenery, one person holding a phone. The setting suggests an outdoor or semi-outdoor dining area.
Food Service Table
A table setting with two plates of food, including flatbreads, curry, and a beverage in a glass mug. The table has a red and beige striped cloth. Utensils are placed on the plates. No shop front or menu is visible.
Food in plastic container
Three pieces of baked dessert with sesame seeds on top, served in a clear plastic container resting on a red and white checkered tablecloth.
Food stall interior with promotional banners
Interior view of a food stall with bright green walls, a staff member wearing an apron, and a glass display case containing packaged snacks like Nestlé Koko Krunch. Above the counter, five colorful printed banners advertise various dishes such as Nasi Lemak Kambus, Roti Bakar Teler Bergoyang, and Naget Tempurung. The banners include price labels (RM), phrases like 'Paling Istimewa', and 'Mesti cuba!', indicating promotions or must-try items.
Jeruk Madu Buah-Buahan
A clear plastic bag filled with assorted dried fruits, including slices of orange, green, yellow, and red fruits, resting on a bed of green foliage. A purple circular sticker in the upper right corner displays 'JERUK MADU BUAH-BUAHAN RM5'. The setting appears natural and outdoors.
Interior of a small shop with green walls
The interior features bright green corrugated metal walls, a sink in the foreground, a blue-topped counter with 'WE PREFER MÆ' and 'DITUTUP SETIAH JUMAAT' signs, a no-smoking sign above, shelves with goods, a fire extinguisher, and a potted plant on a stool. The floor is concrete, and there's an open doorway to the outside.
Market stall display
A table covered with a striped orange-green cloth displays packaged food products including jars of dried goods, plastic containers of assorted snacks, and boxes labeled 'Peglet Premium'. The setup appears to be an outdoor market stall under a wooden structure. In the background, there is a fence and parked vehicles. No shop signage or storefront facade is visible.
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