What are the best shrimp dishes in Kuala Lumpur?

Based on diner recommendations, the best shrimp dish in Kuala Lumpur is at Old China Café. We compared 21 restaurants serving shrimp dishes.

How much do shrimp dishes cost in Kuala Lumpur?

Shrimp dish prices in Kuala Lumpur range from MYR3.30 to MYR49.00 across 21 restaurants.

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Best Shrimp Dishes in Kuala Lumpur

21 restaurants compared

Price range: MYR3.30 – MYR49.00

Avg recommendation: 90%

Top 5 Shrimp Dishes in Kuala Lumpur (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 21 restaurants:

Pai Tee (Top Hat Pastry) at Old China Café, MYR12.00 (Chinatown)
Pai Tee at Precious Old China, MYR12.00 (Chinatown)
Har Gow at Restoran Loong Seng, MYR5.50 (Petaling Jaya)
Prawn and Pork Rice Noodles with Vegetables at Qing Ji, MYR13.00 (Chinatown)
Sautéed Prawns with Jasmine Tea at Purple Cane Tea, MYR49.00 (Chinatown)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 21 Shrimp Dishes

Pai Tee (Top Hat Pastry)

Old China Café

Chinatown·$$

MYR12.00

Crispy, cup-shaped pastry shell filled with bean sprouts, shredded turnip, carrots, dried shrimp, and a tangy sauce.

Tip: Eat these immediately — they soften as they sit and lose the key textural contrast between crispy shell and soft filling.

Pai Tee

Precious Old China

Chinatown·$$

MYR12.00

Crispy fried pastry cup filled with cool vegetables, shrimp, and tangy-sweet sauce.

Tip: Order these fresh — they soften as they sit. Ask the kitchen if they're just fried.

Har Gow

Restoran Loong Seng

Petaling Jaya·$

MYR5.50

Steamed shrimp dumplings with delicate transparent wrapper encasing fresh prawn and bamboo.

Tip: A solid traditional version — delicate wrapper and plump prawn inside.

Prawn and Pork Rice Noodles with Vegetables

Qing Ji

Chinatown·$

MYR13.00

Rice noodles topped with both prawns and pork slices, plus stir-fried leafy greens.

Tip: The greens are the key — they add a bitter note that makes the sweet broth more interesting. Don't skip them.

Sautéed Prawns with Jasmine Tea

Purple Cane Tea

Chinatown·$$

MYR49.00

Fresh prawns wok-tossed with jasmine-infused stock, aromatic with floral notes.

Tip: The jasmine flavor is subtle — it's an accent, not a dominant taste. If you prefer bold soy-forward flavors, the signature beancurd might be a better starting point.

Har Gow

Restaurant Yan Yang A One

Old Klang Road·$

MYR3.30

Steamed shrimp dumplings with a thin, translucent wrapper and fresh prawn inside.

Tip: The signature prawn dim sum — freshness guarantees tender shrimp inside.

Steamed Siew Mai with Prawn

Lai Po Heen

KLCC·$$$

MYR33.00

Open-topped dumplings topped with a whole crystal prawn, tender pork-free filling.

Tip: This is one of few places to find premium siew mai that's halal-certified and uses no pork lard.

Yang Zhou Fried Rice

Kim Lian Kee

Chinatown·$

MYR13.00

Cantonese-style fried rice with ham, prawns, vegetables, and a runny egg yolk on top.

Tip: A filling single portion if you're eating alone — pairs well with a light soup or just tea.

Har Gow (Prawn Dumpling)

Bunn Choon

Chinatown·$$

MYR12.00

Delicate shrimp dumplings with translucent wheat starch wrapper and diced vegetables.

Tip: Order two portions per person — these are rich and it's easy to eat multiple orders.

#10

Steamed Prawn Dumplings (Har Gow)

Lai Po Heen

KLCC·$$$

MYR23.00

Crystal-clear rice flour dough encasing plump shrimp and bamboo shoots.

Tip: A dim sum essential — this version is delicate and doesn't tear easily like some hotel versions.

#11

Sambal Petai (Stir-Fried Long Beans with Spicy Shrimp Paste)

Old China Café

Chinatown·$$

MYR14.00

Yard-long beans wok-fried with a fiery paste made from shrimp, chilies, and aromatics.

Tip: This is spicy — let staff know your tolerance level. The shrimp paste brings a funk (in a good way) that some find intense.

#12

Curry Mee with Wonton Noodles

Restaurant Kum Chuan

Chow Kit·$

MYR6.50

Springy wonton egg noodles in the curry broth with wonton dumplings included.

Tip: The wonton noodles version is slightly pricier but comes with wonton dumplings—worth the extra 70 cents.

#13

Wonton Soup

Kim Lian Kee

Chinatown·$

MYR10.00

Plump wontons filled with minced pork and shrimp in a clear, silky broth.

Tip: Arrive early to catch the day's fresh wontons — they're made in batches throughout service and best when just finished.

#14

Wonton Noodle Soup

Sek Yuen

Pudu·$$

MYR18.00

Springy yellow noodles in a clear, umami-rich pork and shrimp broth, topped with plump wontons.

Tip: If queues are too long for a full meal, this is a quicker bowl to order at the counter area — still authentic and deeply representative of the restaurant's origins.

#15

Wonton Soup

Qing Ji

Chinatown·$

MYR8.00

Plump wontons filled with minced shrimp and pork in a clear, aromatic pork bone broth.

Tip: A light breakfast or lunch — filling but not heavy. Perfect paired with Chinese tea or coffee from other stalls.

#1692% recommend

Siew Mai with Generous Prawn

Restoran Loong Seng

Petaling Jaya·$

MYR6.00

Open-topped dumplings loaded with plump crystal shrimp and pork filling.

Tip: The shrimp topping is visibly larger than competitors — worth paying the slightly higher RM6 price.

#1791% recommend

Nyonya Laksa

Old China Café

Chinatown·$$

MYR18.00

Rich coconut broth with prawns, chicken, long beans, bean sprouts, tofu, and half a boiled egg.

Tip: Ask for the spice level when ordering — the house version is medium-to-hot. You can request it milder if sensitive.

#1890% recommend

Siew Mai

Restaurant Yan Yang A One

Old Klang Road·$

MYR3.30

Open-topped dumplings with pork and shrimp filling, steamed fresh to order.

Tip: Even at 3am, siew mai are made fresh per order — you're never eating stale dim sum here.

#1990% recommend

Prawn Wonton Rice Noodles

Qing Ji

Chinatown·$

MYR12.00

Fresh rice noodles in clear broth topped with oversized river prawns wrapped in thin wonton skin.

Tip: Order this in the morning (9-11am) for the freshest noodles and quickest service. Lines form after 11:30am.

#2088% recommend

Har Gow (Steamed Prawn Dumplings)

Xin Cuisine

Golden Triangle·$$

MYR12.00

Crystal rice flour dough encasing fresh shrimp and bamboo shoot, light and delicate.

Tip: Order these early on the cart — they're made fresh and refilled frequently.

#2186% recommend

Lemak Nenas Prawn

Precious Old China

Chinatown·$$

MYR41.80

Fresh prawns in a coconut curry spiced with pineapple, turmeric, and chilies.

Tip: This is impressive and a bit pricey — a great dish for dinner or celebration. The presentation with the whole prawns visible is stunning.