Review : Choon Guan Coffee Shop @ Port Klang

I've never ventured to Klang before because : 1) I always thought it was super far (assumption definitely affirmed. It took me 1 and half hours to reach there), and 2) I am not a fan of bak kut teh. But I recently had the opportunity to do some food hunting when I had to attend a meeting in the area. It took me a while to find this place when I was Googling "what to eat in Klang" as 90% of the results were either Bak Kut Teh or seafood or some other unappealing option. Out of all the results, only this one appealed to us and off we went! Do take take note this location is very very far away from KL city centre and was almost like driving to a different country. We joked we would need our passports the next time we return. 

The coffee shop is just oozing with tradition and was clean, bright, and airy. Even though it was a very hot day but there were ample fans around with a proper sturdy metal roof above which meant one wouldn't feel the need to eat quickly to get out of the heat there. It is owned by a pure Hainanese family, with the son managing the operations overall, the daughter manning the cashier, and their mother being the chef. Not to worry, Hokkien proficiency is not necessary as they speak good English!

 

 So why did this place get our immediate attention?

CHICKEN RICE BALL! I am a big fan of chicken rice balls. Yes I know they taste exactly the same as chicken rice in normal form but I still prefer them in ball form because they look cute and is easier to eat in my opinion. Although they didn't stick together like the ones you see in Malacca, but I felt they tasted just as delicious and that's what matters. One serving here gets you 3 balls which I feel is not enough. Around 5 should be given. 

The accompanying chicken was also delicious. It was perfectly cooked to be juicy and tender. Many places just can't get cooking chicken breast meat right, it always ends up too tough. But here it was perfect. Surprisingly the chicken portion is more generous than the rice and made our tummies full without a problem. 

Instead of adding additional rice balls, we decided to try this - Hainanese toasted bun with butter and kaya. While this was good, it would have been even better if there was more butter. I did like the homemade kaya which was not too sweet and was smooth and fragrant. 

We ended our lovely meal with a dessert which I was told is new on the menu - the custard pudding with treacle. The presentation and taste brings back many fond memories. It was gone in seconds. 

Needless to say, Klang will see our return again, even if it is like traveling to a different country. We are very happy to have finally found an awesome substitute for our beloved Malacca chicken rice balls! 

Overall Chubsquared-tified : 3/3 Food was absolutely fantastic!! Definitely returning and recommending to everyone!