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Best Laksa in Carlton
Laksa in Melbourne came down to 21,983 reviews across 43 restaurants. Laksa House 118 stood out for fresh ingredients and tender chicken.
Restaurant · Carlton
118 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
Laksa House 118
The Laksa at Laksa House 118 achieves a near-perfect score because it delivers an uncompromisingly authentic Johor-Singapore profile featuring tender chicken and massive, chef-kiss pieces of tau fu pok. Every spoonful offers standout consistency, pairing a rich, fragrant broth with a punchy sambal and incredibly fresh ingredients that justify its reputation.
Winner Verdict
Very PositiveScore
10.0
Mentions
17
Sentiment
88%
“Today, I ordered and enjoyed the 'Laksa House Special'. All the ingredients were fresh and delicious. The place is clean and tidy. The girl who served me was friendly, polite and welcoming. Laksa House has always served beautiful food, and the prices are reasonable. I highly recommend Laksa House (Melbourne CBD or Carlton)”
— Rob F
Why It Won
What Reviewers Repeatedly Call Out
Reviewers consistently highlight the fresh, delicious ingredients and the authentic Singaporean-style taste of the broth.
Best for
diners seeking authentic Johor-style flavours
Signature detail
large pieces of tau fu pok
Worth noting
the space can get noisy during peak hours
The Laksa at Laksa House 118 achieves a near-perfect score because it delivers an uncompromisingly authentic Johor-Singapore profile featuring tender chicken and massive, chef-kiss pieces of tau fu pok. Every spoonful offers standout consistency, pairing a rich, fragrant broth with a punchy sambal and incredibly fresh ingredients that justify its reputation. While Melbourne is saturated with mediocre coconut noodles, this specific bowl stands alone by capturing the precise, nostalgic spice levels and soul-warming texture that other local contenders simply cannot replicate.
Why this ranking is reliable
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Very PositiveReviews Analysed
546+
Restaurants Evaluated
3
Sentiment Score
88%
Data-backed ranking updated 2026-05-11
Runners up
Top 3 around Carlton
- 02
Nasi Lemak House
Reviewers consistently praise the delicious, spicy, and generous portions of both chicken and vegetable laksa.
115 Grattan St, Carlton VIC 3053
9 mentions
7.4
↓ - 03
Eat Ngon
Reviewers consistently praise the Chicken Laksa for its impressive and delicious flavor, even noting its unique twist on tradition.
103D/604 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053
3 mentions
7.3
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Sources
3 reviews from Google, blogs, Reddit and food guides.
Signal
17 mentions of "Laksa" tied to Laksa House 118.
Score
Weighted by recency, sentiment polarity and authority of the source.