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The Long Bar On Brandon

4.4(746)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources, proportional to review count.

Google 4.5 ★ (637)

TripAdvisor 3.8 ★ (109)

Founded in 1998, The Long Bar on Brandon provides Wellington with real, and authentic Malaysian food.

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What to Order

Chicken SatayCurry LaksaMee GorengNasi GorengSingapore Fried NoodlesTom Yam Fried NoodleTraditional Nasi Lemak

Menu Highlights

Chicken and Cashew Nuts

Stir-fried chicken slices with cashew nuts and seasonal vegetables

Curry Laksa

Fresh egg noodles in curry soup with chicken, fish ball, tofu, boiled egg and bean sprouts.

Malaysian Style Chicken

Deep-fried chicken pieces topped with flavoured sauce and served with vegetables.

Traditional Nasi Lemak

Steamed coconut rice with beef or chicken rendang, cucumber slices, anchovies, boiled egg and sambal

Chicken Satay

Grilled marinated chicken pieces on skewers with peanut sauce.

What People Say

"If you're looking for authentic Malaysian food in Wellington, this is the place to stop by."

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic Malaysian cuisine and friendly service, making it a recommended spot for diners.

"My friend and I came to dine in last night, we both really enjoyed their Malaysian food, it was really authentic, we truly liked the environment and the service was friendly. We will definitely come back again. Highly recommend their Singapore Friend Noodles."

"Omg, the Nasi Goreng was so good, it was a shame that I just found out the restaurant now. Wish have known it way sooner. Definitely recommend this place, authentic Malay cuisine"

"Their tom yam fried noodle was a boob! Very yummy n the quantity is worth the price. The most inspiring thing is their food is not oily AT ALL!"

"Amazing food! The laksa and chicken curry is a must try if you don't know what to order. The mee goreng is also a very good choice. If you're looking for authentic Malaysian food in Wellington, this is the place to stop by. I'm looking forward to try this place's dinner menu too."

"Long bar used to be a Wellington institution. Favoured by local workers for its cost effective quality food. Lines down Brandon Street used to attest to its popularity.. Alas. No more.. I ventured in with friends for lunch ‘for old times sake’. I really wished we hadn’t.."