Chun Kei Tai Bu Noodle Restaurant: Nearly a century of homemade hakka tai bu mee & authentic dumplings at Pudu [Video]

Hakka mee, also known as tai bu mee, is a representative dish among the Hakka community in Malaysia. As someone with Hakka Tai Bu heritage, I’m very ashamed to admit that I’ve never tried tai bu mee before. It was by chance that I came across Chun Kei Tai Bu Noodle Restaurant at Pudu while looking for lunch options near the train station.

Apparently, this eatery is well-known among locals across generations; it holds childhood memories for many. Established in 1931, Chun Kei Tai Bu Noodle Restaurant boasts an impressive 93-year legacy— it’s even older than Malaysia! It’s amazing to think that this place has witnessed the independence of the country. According to the owners, the business has now been passed down to the 4th generation.

Most of the patrons are retired uncles and aunties, giving it a very down-to-earth vibe. It felt like a perfect spot for some authentic local flavours. My stomach …