The commercial hub in SS2 is a place you should only go to if you have a reason to do so.
During rush hour, the traffic crawls at a snail’s pace. And it feels like you’ve hit the jackpot when you get a parking spot!
But SS2 has plenty to offer. There’s a durian buffet, porridge, delicious ramen, or crispy banana fritters. Enjoy great food from morning to night!
1. TNR By Sean & Angie At SS2
Roast pork with noodles or rice and sides like dumplings are available at TNR By Sean & Angie At SS2.
Other than the good food, we like to come here for the air-conditioning. And so does the working crowd during lunch hours.
See more photos of what we ordered and read more about our experience dining here.
2. Mama Ting Restaurant At SS2
There’s more to like at Mama Ting Restaurant in SS2 besides their signature noodle dish, kolo mee.
We like their laksa Sarawak too as well as their Hokkien meat rolls.
See more photos of this casual yet comfortable eatery.
3. Sushi Hiro At SS2
Lunch crowds are common at Sushi Hiro at SS2 for a reason. The service is quick, the food quality is decent, and pricing is relatively affordable.
Not forgetting their clean and comfortable dining environment.
Besides checking out what’s on their sushi conveyor belt, we like their ramen and Japanese curry rice.
Read more about our visit to Sushi Hiro at SS2.
4. Pho King At SS2
Pho King at SS2 is our go-to for Vietnamese food in this area. Whenever we come here though, we try to avoid peak hours by coming earlier.
It’s a nice place for dinner given their charming interior.
As for food, we love their fried spring rolls, Vietnamese lemongrass chicken and pho.
See more photos of the food we tried here.
5. Croffle Café SS2
Croffle Café SS2 is a hidden gem behind overhanging trees and signboards. While small, the café exudes a cozy charm. It overlooks a busy street.
They serve delicious Korean desserts here. The artisan desserts are better than good and have remarkable plating.
Injeolmi Crofffle made with soybean powder is a must-try here. It has a savory flavor and fluffy custard.
Then there’s the Lotus Biscoff Cream Croffle which has a sweet filling and crispy outer layer. The tasty Peanut Butter Croffle is also a crowd-pleaser you won’t want to miss.
Regardless of which you choose, pair these airy and fluffy treats with an iced coffee or latte. See what our personal favorites are at Croffle Cafe SS2.
Note: Croffle Café happens to share its space with a salon and nail bar.
- Address: No 6, Jalan ss2/55, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 10.30am – 5pm (Closed on Mondays)
- Contact: +6011-6937 0795
6. Ming Kee Porridge SS2 (銘记粥品)
The line of delivery riders outside Ming Kee Porridge SS2 is a sure sign that their porridge is great.
Duck curry porridge is a novel specialty that will delight spice lovers.
This porridge specialist differentiates itself by serving more than congee too.
For instance, roast duck is excellent. The meat is well-roasted and flavorful with a firm but not gamey texture.
Don’t forget to try their bouncy wanton noodles, which taste best with roasted duck thigh!
Meanwhile, the jiggly fat and crusty skin of the char siu (roasted pork) has a pleasant, charred aftertaste. Bits of meat come off easily.
- Address: 61, Jalan SS2/64, SS2, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 11am – 9pm daily
- Contact: +603-7865 7768
7. Tasty Porridge SS2 (品粥)
The Cantonese porridge specialist is hardly empty from lunchtime onwards. Delivery riders are a common sight here too.
Tasty Porridge continuously innovates to fend off stiff competition:
Their porridge is best when you’re feeling under the weather. Or craving a simple, comforting meal. They blend the congee to a powder-fine consistency so it’s silky smooth to taste.
Serving sizes are huge and enough for 2 people to share as well.
Fish porridge is their best seller as they serve it with 6 fresh and decent slices of fish. Pumpkin porridge is another culinary treat with crunchy anchovies.
The smooth texture of the Kung Po Frog porridge is also delicious. It comes with a thick flavorful brown broth and vegetables. And you can opt for Kung Po Chicken or Pork if frog meat is not to your liking.
Moreover, the herbal nuances of the Herbal Drunken Chicken Porridge are well-balanced. It has a refreshing taste with a hint of alcohol.
- Address: 51, Jalan SS 2/64, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 10am – 10pm
- Contact: +603-7865 3669
8. Lim Fried Chicken @ SS2 – LFC
Lim Fried Chicken is most famous for their fried chicken nasi lemak.
The crispy skin of the fried chicken is amazing. A thin layer of chicken fat makes it addictive. It tastes even better when served piping hot.
One downside though is that the fried chicken is a bit greasy.
Besides serving fried chicken with their nasi lemak:
This award-winning restaurant also offers curry chicken, fried calamari, or mutton.
It’s worth noting too that their nasi lemak comes with a fried egg instead of a hard-boiled egg. They do not include anchovies. But you can drench the rice with your favorite curry and a dollop of sweet sambal.
You can also order chee cheong fun with fried chicken. This surprising combination is very promising!
Service is fast and you can expect to get your food within 10 minutes of ordering.
- Address: 46, Jalan SS 2/24, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 10.30am – 9pm
- Contact: +603-78630266
9. Aftermeal Desserts @ SS2
Swing by Aftermeal Desserts at SS2 for a refreshing treat of Japanese shaved ice dessert. At the top of the list is the Iron Lady Milk Tea Kakigori. This superfine milk tea ice shaving is delightful.
Green tea and durian kakigori are other popular variations you should definitely try.
If you’re watching your calorie consumption, you can be sure that the kakigori isn’t sweet. Our personal favorites are milk tea and milo flavors.
Wash down the icy treats with a soothing honey milk or tea drink. Or a refreshing glass of calamansi.
Since the ambiance is clean and trendy, you can expect many people. On Fridays and weekends, there is a strict one-hour dining limit per table.
Note: There is another branch in Damansara
- Address: 33, Jalan SS 2/64, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 1pm – 12am everyday
10. Shin Zushi SS2
Patience is a virtue at Shin Zushi, because there is a long line here at any time of the day!
This affordable sushi restaurant has an average wait time of 30 to 45 minutes. Yet, that does not deter the crowd from getting in line!
Diners rave about the super thick and fresh salmon sashimi that’s good for the price you pay. The fatty and smooth texture makes it divine.
In fact, they do serve generous portions for all their food.
The staff has a good handle on the crowd too. They will remind guests not to linger too long after their meal. Anyways, this isn’t a place to chat as it can get quite noisy.
You should opt for off-peak times, such as after lunch or around tea time. And even then, expect some queuing!
- Address: 4, Jalan SS 2/66, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 11.30am – 9.30pm
11. SS2 Pisang Goreng
The SS2 Pisang Goreng Food Truck is under a huge tree on the side of KyChon SS2. This old-timer sells all kinds of fried snacks:
Such as banana fritters and fried nian gao (glutinous rice cakes). And they have sweet potato balls, fried popiah, and jackfruit as well.
The sweet fried bananas (pisang emas) are juicy, large, and coated in a crispy, airy batter. They fry them on the spot over high heat in a wok. Where they melt into a heavenly mush in a crispy coating.
Another must-try is the nian gao, which is between a fleshy slice of sweet potato and yam. They dip this combination into their signature batter mixture.
On a similar note, fried jackfruit offers the same heavenly sweetness. The heat from frying caramelizes the fruit’s natural sugars.
Note: SS2 Pisang Goreng has a kiosk at One Utama run by the owner’s daughter. The fruit truck in SS2 is run by the owner and her son.
- Address: 1, Jalan SS 2/64, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operation Hours: 9am – 4:30pm daily (Closed on Mondays)
Conclusion
Stop by SS2 and your stomach will thank you later. This is a great area to explore if you’re running out of ideas on where to go for your next gourmet adventure.
As long as you’re willing to park a little farther away and walk, you’ll have an unforgettable food prowl!
And this list of good food in SS2 will help you narrow down the best to savor. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
