We all know the one thing everyone eagerly awaits during the puasa month – the Ramadan Bazaars! These vibrant street markets come alive each evening, offering an irresistible array of local delicacies, festive treats, and the unmistakable buzz of food lovers gathering to break their fast.
From sizzling grills to traditional desert, the Ramadan Bazaar offers a diverse spread of flavours, catering to every craving. To make your Ramadan food hunt even more convenient, we’ve rounded up a list of must-visit bazaars located near LRT and MRT stations, ensuring easy access to some of the best festive treats in town!
1. TTDI Ramadan Bazaar – TTDI MRT Station
TTDI is arguably one of the most well-known and highly anticipated Ramadan bazaars in KL. The bazaar offers a mix of traditional Malay dishes and international favourites, including takoyaki and Korean fried chicken. A standout must-try is the popiah at Pak Ya Popia Power, which has been serving customers for 20 years. Another highly recommended treat is the Cempedak Viral Santapan Diraja, renowned for its delicious fried cempedak. The bazaar is a short 10-minute walk from TTDI MRT Station.
Address: Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur.
2. Wangsa Maju Ramadan Bazaar – Wangsa Maju LRT Station
The Wangsa Maju bazaar is one of the most eagerly awaited Ramadan bazaar as it is also the longest one in KL. This bustling bazaar is a food lover’s paradise, featuring everything from grilled meats to colourful beverages like air katira and sirap bandung. We highly recommend trying the freshly grilled kebabs and steaming dim sum when you visit. This bazaar is conveniently located near Wangsa Maju LRT Station near Alpha Angle (Aeon).
Address: Jalan Wangsa Delima, Wangsa Maju, 53300 Kuala Lumpur
3. Kampung Baru Ramadan Bazaar – Kampung Baru LRT Station
Located just a short five-minute walk from the Kampung Baru LRT station, this bazaar is a must-visit for those craving authentic Malay cuisine. It is renowned for its nasi kerabu, satay, and char kway teow along with a variety of local desserts. Visitors can also find an assortment of traditional snacks, including keropok lekor and kuih-muih, as well as refreshing beverages like sugarcane juice and sirap bandung to complete their feast for Iftar.
Address: 45, Jln Raja Alang, Kampung Baru, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
4. Bangsar Ramadan Bazaar – Bank Rakyat Bangsar LRT Station
A local favourite, this bazaar is known for its delicious grilled satay, ayam percik, and traditional Malay kuih. Located just a 15-minute walk from Bank Rakyat Bangsar LRT Station, it’s a convenient stop for commuters. Visitors can also find an array of tantalising dishes such as murtabak, roti john, and fragrant nasi briyani. The lively atmosphere, combined with the aroma of freshly cooked food, makes it a must-visit spot during Ramadan.
Address: Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
5. Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Ramadan Bazaar – Masjid Jamek LRT Station
One of the most iconic bazaars in the city, this market stretches along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, offering everything from murtabak to fresh sugarcane juice. It’s just a stone’s throw from Masjid Jamek LRT Station convenient for commuters.
Some Ramadan classics are seen such as nasi campur, mee goreng and the sweet treat putu bambu, perfect for Iftar. The vibrant atmosphere, bustling with vendors and shoppers, makes it a perfect spot to experience the spirit of Ramadan in Kuala Lumpur. There are even tables and seating areas here if you’d prefer to buka puasa before heading home.
Address: Lorong Tuanku Abdul Rahman, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
6. Bukit Bintang Ramadan Bazaar – Bukit Bintang MRT Station
Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, right in front of the iconic Bukit Bintang McDonald’s outlet, the Bukit Bintang Ramadan Bazaar is impossible to miss when you’re in the area. Although not particularly large, it offers all the classics, including nasi briyani, nasi lemak, roti john, and more. What sets this bazaar apart is its unique blend of Malaysian street market culture against the backdrop of Bukit Bintang’s iconic landmarks. The Bukit Bintang Monorail and MRT stations are just a stone throw’s away, making the bazaar incredibly easy to access.
Address: Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
7. Bazaar Ramadan Keramat – Damai LRT Station
This hidden gem boasts a delightful selection of traditional dishes, including lemang, rendang, and biryani. Conveniently accessible from Damai LRT Station, it is an excellent spot for those looking to break their fast with a hearty meal. Visitors can also savour other local favourites such as nasi dagang, ayam percik, and an assortment of traditional cakes – the one we recommend is the apam balik. With its warm and bustling atmosphere, this bazaar offers an authentic Ramadan experience that should not be missed.
Address: Kampung Datuk Keramat, 54000 Kuala Lumpur
8. Bazaar Ramadan Bandar Baru Ampang – Ampang LRT Station
Another crowd favourites among locals in Ampang is the Bazaar Ramadan in Bandar Baru Ampang. Located just a short five-minute walk from the Ampang LRT station, this bazaar arguably offers the widest variety of food among all the bazaars in Kuala Lumpur. Alongside popular favourites such as roti john and murtabak, visitors can enjoy flavourful curry dishes like udang sambal meletup, kari kambing mamak, and ikan bakar. For those with a sweet tooth, the bazaar even offers mini burnt cheesecakes in muffin form and chocolate chip cookies.
Address: Jalan Wawasan 2/5, Bandar Baru Ampang, 68000 Ampang
9. Bazaar Ramadan Masjid India – Masjid Jamek & Pasar Seni LRT Station
Craving some delicious Indian-Muslim cuisine for iftar? The Ramadan bazaar in Masjid India, situated near the Masjid India mosque, is renowned for its mouth-watering Indian-Muslim specialities. Of course, you’ll also find all the classic Ramadan favourites alongside these flavourful dishes. Not only this lively market filled with delicious street food, this bazaar is also a great place to shop for festive attire and home decorations.
Conveniently located just 6 minutes from Masjid Jamek LRT Station and 11 minutes from Pasar Seni LRT Station, it draws both locals and tourists eager to experience the Ramadan spirit.
Address: Jalan Bunus 6, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur.
Honorable Mentions
- The Roundabout Bazaar – Putra Height LRT Station
- SS18 Ramadan Bazaar – SS18 LRT Station
Nakhla Sabrina conributed to this article
