Selera Malaysian Restaurant

Muenchener Str. 52, 60329 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany, Frankfurt am Main

🛍 Asiatisch, Chinesisch, Malaysisch, Vegetarisch

4.3 💬 6365 Reviews
Selera Malaysian Restaurant

Phone: +496924009601

Address: Muenchener Str. 52, 60329 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany, Frankfurt am Main

City: Frankfurt am Main

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 6365

Website: http://www.seleramalaysianrestaurant.de/

"I'm a Malaysian, and travelled more than two hours to this place after searching on the web for a Malaysian restaurant. I live in Germany and have lived in the UK in the past and have spent time in other countries so have a fair good idea of how well or poorly Malaysian food can get abroad. I really wanted this place to be good. So I went there not once but twice on a same day. The location is far from posh, as you'd expect being just a short walk from the central by terminal. But look beyond that as the interior is quite Malaysian, with wau (Malaysian kites) adorning its walls, clean premises and rather friendly service. I called beforehand and got some really helpful tips on where to park. When I arrived, I was warmly welcomed and given a seat. The only annoyance is that on my second trip, the waitress seemed to be rushing me to order. I thought that wasn't very polite. I also asked her some things about ingredients and she, not being Malaysian, had no idea what I was saying. Prices are pretty much what you'd expect - some 10-13€ per dish with quite generous portions by European standards. Drink was a bit pricey, easily more than 4€ per drink, about a Starbucks price tag. I was expecting less as I know how much these cost to prepare but it's ok. First visit, I ordered a salted/mustard leaf with century egg soup as a starter (pics attached). It was a decent bow of soup, although in Malaysia it would typically be more salty. But it was a starter so I didn't really mind. For mains, I decided on the nasi lemak - that's almost our Malaysian national dish, loved by every ethnic community in the country. And what a letdown it was. The rice used was not cooked with the right balance of ingredients, tasting almost like glutinous rice. That made the rice feel really heavy on the palate, which is a shame because it's supposed to be light yet aromatic. The curry was ok, although I felt was too peanut-y. Peanuts were not roasted beforehand, and as you can see from the photo attached, there were no eggs and anchovies (ikan billis specifically). In short, it was an incomplete nasi lemak. I asked the waitress why wasn't there anchovies - she didn't know what they were and said what I got was what was served, in effect. Dish was hugely disappointing and I couldn't bring myself to finish it. My second visit, I went for the char koay teow. It was a decent plate of noodles. I've had poor ones in other countries so I really can't complain. I told the waitress how disappointing the nasi lemak was and she sheepishly replied that different people had different tastes. So in conclusion, I can only say my experience was a disappointment. It's just a sampling of three dishes so I guess the others might be better, reading the reviews. But I wanted to give other Malaysian or those looking for genuine Malaysian food a data point. And for goodness sake, employ Malaysians to wait on tables or educate the existing ones to know what's ikan billis. I'm not sure if I ever will return, but just might considering the friendly reception from the other staff (owners I think?)And if you're driving, you could possibly find a parking space along Gutleutstr and make a five minute walk to the restaurant (tip courtesy of the woman who answered by call)."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Entrées

Seafood

Fleisch- Und Fischgerichte

Chicken

Indian

Chinese Specialties

Soups

Japanese Specialties

Malaysian / Oriental Cuisine

Extras

Egg Dishes

Burger

Sides

Fried Rice

Beef Dishes

Malaysian Specials

Asian

Dessert

Thai

Pork

User User

Top food, nice ambience and very nice service by the owners. Absolutely recommended.

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Reviews

Radite
Radite

If you miss the taste of chinese food in Indonesia, you should come here. Highly recommended


Jayadi
Jayadi

Das Essen schmeckt nicht mehr wie damals und die Bedienung ist voll unhöflich. so enttäuschen. Nie wieder da essen.


User
User

Decent dim sum and friendly staff close to Frankfurt hbf. Would definitely visit again to try other items on the menu. View menu


Ariful
Ariful

Nice environment, Excellent food, reasonable price. Nasi Goreng test was exactly as Malaysian Nasi Goreng. Pure authentic.


HeinBloed
HeinBloed

Heute stimmte mal wieder alles: Service und Essen wie (fast) immer: sehr gut und auch mal wieder sehr gut abgeschmeckt. Auch gab es wieder die kleine Aufmerksamkeit am Schluss, die es zuletzt nur nach Tageslaune der Bedienung gab. Aber dieses Mal stimmte wieder alles.


User
User

All dishes were attractively prepared and are constantly warmed. The waiters are always very concerned and always galantic!This restaurant has de facto potential to become my new favorite place. We find the inn for all events irrelevant whether with mate, acquaintance or family. View menu


Lin
Lin

Es ist wie ein chinesische Restaurant, denn sagt man immer Nihao. Auch die Speisekarte ist überwiegend chinesisch und nicht malaysisch. Hainanischer Hühnerreis ist genau richtig, das Huhn ist zart und der Reis ist reichhaltig. Allerdings enttäuschte mich das Gericht mit gedämpften Hähnchenfüßen wegen seines unklaren Geschmacks. Auch gebratene Rippchen sind nicht gut. Das Essen kommt schnell und der Service ist schnell, aber vielleicht nicht freundlich


User
User

I am also from Malaysian roots and having been in Europe for some weeks, was keen to get some local makan. I arrived late on Friday night and was greeted with delight when I said 'makan ada' (have you got food). The Hainan chicken rice was great - with a nice chili sauce and greens. Red bean dessert was served with some fruit as well - very traditional The restaurant had a nice family/homely atmosphere but is also quite modern in decor. Maybe the nasi lemak wasn't great for others, but the Hainan chicken rice was heaven. Highly recommended. Price reasonable for a large serve.


User
User

I'm a Malaysian, and travelled more than two hours to this place after searching on the web for a Malaysian restaurant. I live in Germany and have lived in the UK in the past and have spent time in other countries so have a fair good idea of how well or poorly Malaysian food can get abroad. I really wanted this place to be good. So I went there not once but twice on a same day. The location is far from posh, as you'd expect being just a short walk from the central by terminal. But look beyond that as the interior is quite Malaysian, with wau (Malaysian kites) adorning its walls, clean premises and rather friendly service. I called beforehand and got some really helpful tips on where to park.... View menu

Categories

  • Asiatisch Experience a culinary journey through Asia with our diverse menu. From the spicy flavors of Thai curry to the savory umami of Japanese sushi, we offer a wide variety of dishes that celebrate authentic Asian cuisine.
  • Chinesisch Savor the rich, authentic flavors of China with our selection of iconic dishes. From savory stir-fries to mouthwatering dim sum, each creation captures the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine, delighting your taste buds with every bite. View menu
  • Malaysisch Delight in the vibrant flavors of Malaysia with a variety of dishes that showcase the rich culinary heritage, from aromatic curries to savory noodles and sweet, sticky desserts.
  • Vegetarisch Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

Amenities

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