🦐Sarawak Laksa

#4 Sarawak Laksa in Malaysia · 2026

Mei Xin Laksa @ Lau Ya Keng

🌶️🌶️🌶️ Berbaloi · Worth the Detour

🐖 Non-halalRM8–RM15

Inside the temple-front food court on old Carpenter Street, a gentler laksa for those who find Choon Hui too fiery. Customise it with razor clams, scallops or fishballs.

⚠️ Last confirmed before 2025 — check it is open before you go.

What to order
Lighter Sarawak laksa with add-on razor clams and scallops
Address
Lau Ya Keng Food Court, 19 Lebuh Carpenter, 93000 Kuching, Sarawak
Area
Carpenter Street, Kuching, Sarawak
Hours
7am–2pm (check before you go)
Price
RM8–RM15 per person
Halal status
🐖 Non-halal
🧭 Directions

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