Ramadan is here again! The holy month holds different meanings for all of us. Some use this time to reflect on and better themselves and some take this opportunity to strengthen bonds.
One thing that all of us surely look forward to every Ramadan is the bazaars! There’s nothing more exciting than browsing through the row of stalls offering the best food and drinks to break fast with. If you’re still new to this yearly ritual, here’s the list of Ramadan bazaars in KL and Selangor that you can’t miss!
#HHWT Tip: Congestion around the area of Ramadan bazaars is typical, especially during peak hours so it’s best to be there as early as you can!
10 Ramadan bazaars in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor
1. Kampung Baru
The Kampung Baru Ramadan bazaar has now moved to Jalan Raja Alang which accommodates the bazaar better. What’s good about the new location is that vehicles are completely blocked off, so there’s no need to make way for the passing cars as you browse the stalls.
Can we really talk about Ramadan in Kampung Baru without mentioning the famous creamy porridge cooked with assorted spices, bubur lambuk? The nearby Masjid Jamek Kampung Baru is the place to go for one of the best bubur lambuk in town, for free! They start serving after Asr’ prayers around 5pm, and be prepared to queue!
Address: Jalan Raja Alang, Kampung Baru, 50300 KL
2. Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI)
Located right in the heart of TTDI along Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad, this Ramadan bazaar attracts thousands of patrons. It’s one of the biggest bazaars in Klang Valley and features all kinds of food and drinks that you can only find during Ramadan.
Address: Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, TTDI, 60000 KL
3. Seksyen 13, Stadium Shah Alam
One of the best-known bazaars in Klang Valley and the biggest in Shah Alam, this bazaar is located at Padang Dataran Shah Alam in Seksyen 13, just opposite Stadium Malawati. With a total of over 200 stalls to choose from, this is the right place to go for foodies.
Address: Car Park, Shah Alam Stadium, Section 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor
4. Dato’ Keramat
What makes Dato’ Keramat Ramadan bazaar a crowd favourite every year is the variety of comfort food it offers and that it’s located right across Dato’ Keramat LRT station. It’s best to visit early to avoid the crowd, especially people clad in smart office attires who drop by on their way home.
Address: Jalan Datuk Keramat, 54200 Kuala Lumpur
5. Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar
This Ramadan bazaar might be smaller than the rest of the list, but don’t be fooled by the size. Not only that there’s a myriad of delicious delicacies here to satisfy your cravings, you will also find tons of unique food that you probably can’t find anywhere else.
Address: Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
6. Wangsa Maju
What makes Wangsa Maju Ramadan bazaar a hotspot for students and adults alike is how it’s conveniently located right across the Wangsa Maju LRT station, so people can drop by on the way home. The long stretch of bazaar provides so much variety of food that you don’t really notice that you’ve walked from one end to another!
Address: Jalan 3/27a, Wangsa Maju, 53300 Kuala Lumpur
7. USJ 4, Subang Jaya
Neither too big nor too small, this Ramadan bazaar in USJ 4 is just the right size with enough vendors for patrons to find what they need without feeling overwhelmed. It’s located along Jalan USJ 4/5 within a residential area, so do expect traffic and parking issues if you’re there during peak hours.
Address: Jalan USJ 4/5, 47620 Subang Jaya, Selangor
8. Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman/Jalan Raja
KL’s famous bazaar on Jalan TAR is moving this year, so make sure to get the place right! The new location on Jalan Raja, in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad building, will stretch approximately 200m long and will be partially closed to vehicles. Home to over 400 stalls, this bazaar is a huge melting pot of traditional delicacies, ethnic influences and Ramadan favourites.
Address: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur
9. Section 14, Petaling Jaya
Relatively small especially compared to the rest of the list, this Ramadan bazaar offers a lot of good eats. Section 14’s bazaar is known for the popiah basah (Teochew-style spring rolls with vegetables and meat fillings), claimed to be best of town, as well as an impressive selection of ikan bakar (grilled fish) wrapped in banana leaves and slathered with loads of sambal. This bazaar is located along Jalan 14/28 within a neighbourhood and is usually patronised by the residents in the area.
Address: Jalan 14/28, Section 14, 46100 Petaling Jaya
10. Bukit Bintang
Situated right in the heart of the city along Jalan Sultan Ismail (right in front of the iconic McDonald’s), it’s hard to miss the Bukit Bintang Ramadan bazaar. Despite being at the centre of tourists hotspots, surprisingly you’ll find many familiar traditional dishes like nasi lemak and tepung pelita (sweet dessert made from coconut milk and rice flour with syrup center). The bazaar is hardly a minute walk from Bukit Bintang Monorail and MRT stations, but if you’re still not sure, just let the aroma of nasi briyani lead the way.
Address: Bukit Bintang Street, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
With all these dishes that will surely make us salivate, just remember that it's important to no go overboard and buy more than you can finish. ? Food wastage and overeating are the last things we want to do, especially during this holy month. So grab your friends and head on down as a group to dig into these amazing dishes before the month ends! ?