Pak Putra Restaurant

Melaka City


Scarlet tikka chickens rotate hypnotically on skewers, luring diners to this frills-free Pakistani restaurant. With aromatic vegetarian dishes, seafood and piquant curries, there's no shortage of choice – be sure to try the oven-puffed chicken fresh from the clay tandoor. Portions are generous, but you may need to queue. Seating is at plastic tables on the street; service can be abrupt.


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