🐟Assam Laksa

#14 Assam Laksa in Malaysia · 2026

Xiao Er Laksa

🌶️🌶️🌶️ Berbaloi · Worth the Detour

🐖 Non-halalRM6–RM12

A neighbourhood laksa shop that locals recommend to visitors for a punchy, fish-heavy northern assam laksa. Order the extra-fish bowl and an iced coffee.

What to order
Assam laksa with extra fish flakes, plus house iced coffee
Address
1, Jalan Seruling, Taman Seruling, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah
Area
Taman Seruling, Sungai Petani, Kedah
Price
RM6–RM12 per person
Halal status
🐖 Non-halal
🧭 Directions

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