Restoran Tai Shan is a charming Chinese restaurant nestled in the heart of Taman Merdeka, Melaka, that offers an authentic taste of local Chinese cuisine with a comforting, no-frills dining atmosphere. Located at Jalan Jasa Merdeka 2, this eatery has become a beloved spot for those seeking satisfying meals without breaking the bank.
The specialties here truly shine with dishes like their claypot fish curry, which customers rave about for its "kaww kaww" rich flavors and generous slices of fish, making every bite a delightful experience. The "dancing" chicken, a local favorite, offers a perfectly balanced combination of tender meat and aromatic spices, showcasing the kitchen’s skill in classic Chinese cooking. Other noteworthy dishes include sambal kangkung, pickled vegetable China-style fish fillet, fried rice, mee, and wat tan hor—all praised for their authentic taste and surprisingly reasonable pricing, sometimes even more affordable than nearby hawker stalls.
Dining at Restoran Tai Shan feels like coming home to a warm, bustling neighborhood eatery where service is friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Customers often mention the fast service and generous servings that ensure you leave with a full belly and a satisfied palate. The ambience is simple yet inviting, perfect for families and groups looking for a hearty, unpretentious meal. The establishment operates from late morning until about 10:30 PM daily, except Tuesdays when it is closed.
While the flavors are generally well-received, some dishes like the fish maw soup have received mixed feedback for being lighter than expected, though the attentive staff, including the kind lady boss, didn’t hesitate to make adjustments to satisfy diners. Pricing is transparent and affordable, without hidden taxes or service charges, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate both value and flavor.
For visitors looking to explore Melaka’s rich culture and culinary diversity, a visit to Restoran Tai Shan offers an authentic local dining experience with delectable local Chinese dishes that capture the heart and soul of the region. Whether you’re craving a spicy, comforting claypot fish curry or a flavorful noodle dish, this unassuming gem is worth a stop.
For reservations or inquiries, you can reach them at +60 12-660 3570.
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LOO BAO JIE
02/12/2025
Food served here overall tasted ok and acceptable. Price for their food now much morr reasonable compare to previous. Previous time their price morr expensive as only they served in the area, now more restaurant open up so price going down I think. For fried rice, mee and wat tan hor tasted ok, price cheaper than hawker stall now. For other dishes like fish head curry pot, lemon chicken, pork ribs king and etc can be tried. Here have air-cond room and need to book in advance. Suitable to bring family to come having lunch or dinner.
Coyotito D
05/10/2025
12 July 2025 Came here again for lunch. Ordered sambal kangkung and pickled vegetable china style fish fillet, its so delicious. Both dishes and drinks cost us RM50+. ------------------------------------------- Rm47.70 for 2 types of dishes • Claypot Fish Curry & Empat sekawan vegetables Delicious- Highly recommended
Cynthia G
01/10/2025
No-frills typical Chinese cooking. Service was fast and prices are affordable. Servings were generous. Flavour-wise, pretty average. We enjoyed the tofu plate and sweet sour fish. Fish maw soup was disappointing, we were expecting the thick version but it was watery and fish maw was still tough. Lady boss was kind to cook it further for us. Will recommend for a filling meal with friends and family.
Kelly Teo
27/09/2025
Food was decent and delicious. Would recommend for families to eat. Overall was good and would come back.
Wong
27/09/2025
The shop is closed on Tuesday Normally 11am/12pm open until 10:30pm Friendly staff Local Chinese dishes Price is reasonable Without any service charge and SST
Chan Hoh Yee
30/08/2025
Price is reasonable. The curry is kaww kaww and just perfect with alot of fish slice. The "dancing" chicken also nice. Will definitely come here when I visit malacca.