Restoran Yit Foh Wanton Mee - 50 year Whole Egg Noodle Recipe

Restoran Yit Foh (益和云吞面) has been serving exceptional wanton mee in Johor Bahru since 1970, making it a 50+ year heritage institution that stands proudly among JB’s competitive wanton mee scene. Founded by Mr. Lee Yok Kiong at 153 Jalan Harimau in Taman Century, this unassuming kopitiam continues drawing loyal locals and Singaporeans with its distinctive whole-egg noodles and irresistibly slurpy sauce. It offers the authentic 古早味 (ancient flavors) that you simply can’t replicate back home.

The secret lies in Yit Foh’s own noodle factory at Permas Jaya, where they’ve produced fresh whole egg noodles (全蛋面) daily using Mr. Lee’s traditional recipe for over 40 years. These aren’t your typical Singapore-style mee kia - they’re thicker, heartier, and made with complete eggs rather than just egg whites. The noodles are firm, crunchy and springy to the bite with a satisfying mouthfeel that doesn’t turn soggy until the last strand.

What truly distinguishes Yit Foh from other JB wanton mee shops is their generous, drippy sauce - unusual in a region known for drier preparations. While most JB establishments require vigorous tossing, Yit Foh bathes their noodles in copious aromatic sesame oil-based sauce that creates a slurpy, slippery experience. The sauce is fragrant and subtle yet flavorful, slightly salty and oily in the best way, making every strand irresistibly smooth. Optional chili paste adds pleasant heat - though be warned, even “less spicy” packs substantial kick by Singapore standards.

Spicy Wanton Mee (RM8-10)

Order the spicy version for tangier, fierier flavors that food lovers consistently rate as more satisfying than the non-spicy. The wantons themselves are legendary - featuring the smoothest, most slippery skins you’ll find in JB, perfectly al dente and effortlessly sliding down your throat. The substantial pork filling is meaty, fresh, and well-seasoned, with these ranking among JB’s largest and meatiest wantons. Each bowl comes with 3-4 wantons in light, naturally sweet broth with delicate sesame oil fragrance. Medium size (RM9) works for most appetites, though the large (RM10) offers incredible value with 2 full rolls of noodles.

Fried Wantons (RM4-5 for 20 pieces)

These crispy, paper-thin beauties are phenomenal value and frequently sell out late. Best paired with their garlic chili sauce, they’re seriously addictive and make a perfect complement to your noodles.

The char siew follows typical JB style - thin-sliced, lean, and drier than Cantonese-style barbecue pork. While it won’t win beauty contests with its pale appearance, it’s decent and mirrors what you’d find at other established JB shops.

Don’t skip the crunchy preserved green chilies, slightly sour accompaniments - the vinegar tang pairs perfectly with those smooth wantons for an authentic kopitiam flavor profile.

Value is exceptional - portions are generous and pricing is super economical compared to back home. Location couldn’t be more convenient - exactly 5 minutes walking from KSL City Mall, making it perfect for shoppers tired of commercial mall food or those staying at nearby KSL Hotel & Resort.

Operating hours cater to night owls: open 7am-1am most days (closed Thursdays), making it an excellent late-night supper destination after shopping or massages. The clean, spacious old-school Chinese kopitiam atmosphere features simple tables and chairs with very polite staff operating a straightforward counter-order system - order, pay, receive number plate, and food arrives within minutes.

📍 Address: 153 Jalan Harimau, Taman Century, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

📞 Phone: +60 12-007 2440

⏰ Operating Hours: 7:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun), 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Wed), Closed Thursday