Popular food chains that are not in Singapore but in Malaysia

There’s no doubt that Singapore is a food paradise, but a trip to Malaysia once in a while is almost necessary to feast on their wallet-friendly offerings. Since you’ve travelled all the way there, it’d be a better idea to visit eateries that you can’t find back home. Here’s our guide to some of the most popular food chains in Malaysia that are not in Singapore.

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1. Sushi Mentai

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If you frequent Malaysia, you would have seen Sushi Mentai at one point of your trip. The sushi chain has more than 40 outlets scattered across the country, and they are one of the most popular ones as they serve up a range of sushi on a conveyor belt at just RM1.80++ and RM2.80++. For the former category, there are 25 kinds to choose from: Takoyaki, Tuna Mayo, and Spicy Chicken Floss are just some examples. For something more filling, get a bowl ...