If you are tired of Penang hawker food and restaurants and want a change, head over to Restoran Kolam Ikan in Kulim to enjoy some freshwater fish dishes. Kulim is located in the Kedah state, and only about 50 minutes drive from Penang Island.
The Restoran Kolam Ikan is located in a residential area near the Kulim Hi-Tech Park. The owner has a freshwater fish farm nearby, so, the fish served here are fresh. They also keep some live fish at the back area of the shop.
You can find Tilapia, Patin and catfish dishes at the Restoran Kolam Ikan. The signature dish is the three-flavored deep fried Tilapia fish. You should also try the steamed catfish, herbal kampung chicken, curry wild boar, and paku-pakis sambal belacan (ferns stir-fried with chili).
The Restoran Kolam Ikan opens from 11.30AM to 5.30PM. The address is No. 9, Lot 492, Kampung Padang, Kelang Lama, 09000 Kulim, Kedah.
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