When Ramadhan rolls around, it is a cue to visit one of the many local bazaars in Malaysia. These bustling marketplaces come alive in the evenings, offering a wide selection of food, drinks, snacks, and desserts for Muslims to break fast with. The sheer diversity across these bazaar offerings is unparalleled, featuring many local specialties you’ll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
If you have been wanting to visit a bazaar to try some of the rarer local delights KL has to offer, we’ve got you covered with a list of some of the best Ramadhan bazaars around Kuala Lumpur!
No Ramadhan bazaar list is complete without the inclusion of Bazaar Ramadhan TTDI. Easily one of the most popular and well-known Ramadhan bazaars in Kuala Lumpur, this bazaar is renowned for its incredibly diverse food choices. Large swathes of customers are always in sight, creating a lively atmosphere for visitors. Bazaar Ramadhan TTDI also adheres to good hygiene standards, ensuring safer purchases for all.
Unfortunately, Bazaar Ramadhan TTDI isn’t close to any particular MRT or LRT stations so the best way to get there is by car or motorcycle.
Address: Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Another bustling Ramadhan bazaar that has been an evergreen choice for locals is Bazaar Ramadhan Masjid India. This bazaar’s highlights the Mamak and Indian culture around the area, with its delicious offerings of Briyani, tandoori chicken, chapati, murtabak and more that are sold for relatively affordable prices, amongst the many other options available.
The best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Masjid India is by car or motorcycle, but if you can get to Pasar Seni LRT Station, it is a 13-minute walk to the bazaar.
Address: 19-16, Jalan Bunus 6, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Bazaar Ramadhan Taman Melawati lights up the streets of Taman Melawati, showcasing many local specialties and innovative food options. This bazaar is particularly known for having more unique takes on local and international dishes, attracting foodies from all over to the area. Every year the stalls shake things up, so definitely pay this bazaar a visit if you’re up for a surprise or two!
The best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Taman Melawati is by car or motorcycle due to the lack of public transportation options for now.
Address: Lorong Sarawak, Taman Melawati, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor.
Easily one of the largest Ramadhan bazaars in Kuala Lumpur, Stadium Shah Alam’s bazaar prides itself on its colorful food variety. Regardless of which local delicacy you may be yearning for, chances are, you are bound to find it at Bazaar Ramadhan Stadium Shah Alam. Located in the vicinity of the eponymous stadium, the size of the bazaar can be overwhelming for some, so make sure you arrive early if you want to check everything out.
The best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Stadium Shah Alam is by car or motorcycle, due to the lack of public transportation options for now.
Address: 3GJW+59, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor.
Danau Kota regularly hosts one of the biggest night markets around, so naturally, it also hosts one of the best Ramadhan bazaars in Kuala Lumpur. Spanning several streets within an enclosed area, this bustling bazaar offers more off-the-cuff choices than your standard bazaar. Things may be a little pricier at Danau Kota, but the unique options and quality it offers more than makes up for it.
The best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Danau Kota is by car or motorcycle due to the lack of public transportation options for now.
Address: Jalan 5a/6, Taman Setapak Indah, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Kompleks PKNS is one of Shah Alam’s best known shopping complexes, so naturally the bazaar here is also impressive. Bazaar Ramadhan Kompleks PKNS features a plethora of typical local favorites you’d expect to find at a bazaar including Roti John, ayam percik and many more, making it a fabulous one-stop shop for all the highlights you would find at any bazaar!
The best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Kompleks PKNS is by car or motorcycle, due to the lack of public transportation options for now.
Address: Seksyen 14, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor.
Putrajaya’s namesake Ramadhan bazaar is a step ahead of its many competitors in terms of sheer quality. Just a heads up, prices at the Bazaar Ramadhan Putrajaya tend to be higher than average, however, what you get in return are some of the best bazaar food choices available. Many choices here rival even what some of the best restaurants can offer, so it’s definitely worth a visit for foodies at heart.
While the best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Putrajaya is by car or motorcycle, if you can get to Hab Lebuh Pudu near Pasar Seni, then taking bus KRTravel T523 will take you directly Istana Kehakiman Utara Putrajaya, which is a short four-minute walk to the bazaar.
Address: 12, Persiaran Perdana, Presint 3, 62100 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya.
Photo by Zakwan Taufiq
Kampung Baru is an old Malay village located in the heart of the city, however during Ramadan, it transforms into a bustling marketplace offering a wide variety of culinary delights and Ramadhan specialties. Classic Malay dishes like lemang, rendang and roti jala aplenty, and prepare to be greeted by the scent of grilled meats and spices that fills the air. Also a well decorated bazaar, visitors also in for a visual feast when they visit this bazaar.
The best way to get to Bazaar Ramadhan Kampung Baru is by car or motorcycle, but if you can get to the LRT Kelana Jaya line, then you can get to Kampung Baru LRT Station, which is an eight-minute walk from the bazaar.
Address: Jalan Raja Abdullah, Kampung Baru, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
The bustling area of Bukit Bintang is constantly packed with visitors and people passing through, so it only makes sense that its bazaar is so popular. Centered around many of Kuala Lumpur’s premier shopping locales, tons of vendors offer affordable food and drink options. Choices here are plentiful, making it a great spot to also shop for something along the way.
Taking an LRT to the Bukit Bintang Station is the best way to get to this bazaar, to escape the infamous peak period traffic in KL. We suggest parking at a local LRT station and taking public transport instead of driving here.
Address: Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
Photo by Muhammad Firdaus Mohd Azmi
Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (TAR) is a historical street in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, known for its vibrant shopping scene. A Ramadhan bazaar typically stretches along this street, transforming it into a bustling marketplace during the fasting month. The bazaar offers a wide array of Malaysian cuisine, including traditional Malay, Chinese, Indian, and other fusion dishes as well.
Taking an LRT to the Masjid Jamek LRT Station or Pasar Seni LRT Station are the best options to get here as it helps to avoid the infamous peak period traffic in KL. We suggest parking at a local LRT station and taking public transport instead of driving here.
Address: Lorong Tuanku Abdul Rahman, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
As it is, Bangsar is already an incredibly popular food hub, so it stands to reason that they would also have one of the best bazaars around. Visitors can expect to find everything here, from the classic Malay, Indian and Chinese dishes, to more unique findings including grilled seafood, Middle Eastern delights, Western favorites and even some Japanese delicacies.
The best way to get to Bangsar Ramadhan Bazaar is by car or motorcycle, but if you can get to the LRT Kelana Jaya line, then you can head straight to the Bangsar LRT Station, which drops you right next to the Bangsar Ramadhan Bazaar.
Address: Jalan Bangsar Utama 1, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
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