In Taiping, the iconic Yut Sun Restaurant has a reputation that precedes it.
Recommended by a local friend, Ah Boon, this century-old establishment is known for its Hainanese specialties.
The legendary Hainanese Chicken Chop is classic that has stood the test of time.
Like other famous eateries here, it offers its signature and unique dishes or drinks.
A Morning Walk to a Local Icon
Traveling solo means making every meal count.
Seriously, there’s only so much stomach space.
I can only eat a few dishes I truly want, so I choose wisely.
I set off on foot that morning, eager to explore Taiping’s food scene.
When I reached Yut Sun Restaurant, I found a spartan kopitiam-style eatery.
Yut Sun Restaurant at Jalan Pasar, Taiping, Perak
The simple kopitiam style interior with bright yellow chairs at Yut Sun Restaurant
It was 8:30 AM, and I wondered if they served chicken chop that early.
A short while later, the eatery bustled to life—a sign that I had come to the right place.
Despite its no-frills setup, Yut Sun’s history runs deep.
It dates back to the 1926, where it served Hainanese-British fusion cuisine to Taiping’s planters and traders.
Yut Sun Hainanese Chicken Chop
With an English menu and efficient service, ordering was straightforward.
Within 20 minutes, my plate of Hainanese Chicken Chop arrived—golden brown, crispy, and drenched in a luscious, savory brown sauce.
Golden wedge-cut fries, caramelized onions, peas, and fresh tomato slices completed the dish.
The first bite confirmed what many had said: this was Taiping’s best Hainanese Chicken Chop.
The iconic Yut Sun Hainanese Chicken Chop that the writer tried in 2017!
It had that touch of nostalgia—a meal done just right.
Tender, juicy chicken, bursting with flavor—everything a classic Hainanese-style chicken chop should be.
Sometimes, I get served dried-out roast chicken and quietly wonder to myself: how did that chicken escape the kitchen undetected?
But that’s another story—when the food description doesn’t match the look, feel, and taste.
Why You Should Visit Yut Sun in Taiping
For a place that has stood for over a century, Yut Sun remains a must-visit restaurant in Taiping.
Yut Sun Restaurant
78, Jalan Pasar, 34000 Taiping, Perak
8 AM – 5 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
Street parking (pay by parking coupon)
016-424 6304
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