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Best Nasi Lemak in Fitzroy
After scrutinising 21,627 reviews across 42 Melbourne establishments, Lemak Boy emerged as the top choice for Nasi Lemak. Most diners highlighted the fragrant pandan rice and attentive, proactive service as standout features of the experience.
Malaysian · Fitzroy
152 Kerr St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
KANTAN
Fluffy steamed rice and delicious beef rendang make this dish a comforting choice for families. However, some feel the flavours lack the strength of authentic Malaysian cooking or could be more intense.
Winner Verdict
Very PositiveScore
8.0
Mentions
15
Sentiment
93%
“School holidays are here and if you’re looking for a spot to take the fam for a proper feast, I’ve got a gem for you! kantan.fitzroy 100% halal Malaysian eatery and honestly from the fluffy steamed bao and comforting Nasi lemak to the rich curries and that famous Kantan laksa….every dish felt like a warm hug. We tried 🔥 Roti Canai – the perfect cr”
— Rabia Zafar
Why this ranking is reliable
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Very Positive1 of 15 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 14 older).
Reviews Analysed
225+
Restaurants Evaluated
1
Sentiment Score
93%
Data-backed ranking updated 2026-05-16
Runners up
Top 1 around Fitzroy
Sources
1 reviews from Google, blogs, Reddit and food guides.
Signal
15 mentions of "Nasi Lemak" tied to KANTAN.
Score
Weighted by recency, sentiment polarity and authority of the source.