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160 Makan Spots, 40 Iconic Dishes, One Map redBus Is Feeding Our Travel Obsession

If you’ve ever planned a road trip just to try nasi dagang in Terengganu or hunt down the best char kuey teow in Penang, this one’s for you.

redBus the world’s (and Malaysia’s) biggest bus ticketing platform has launched something every Malaysian foodie didn’t know they needed: the redBus Malaysia Food Map. It’s a deliciously smart discovery tool that connects two of Malaysia’s biggest obsessions food and travel into one scrollable platform.

Featuring 40 must-try dishes from all over the country and over 160 eateries, the Food Map isn’t just a list of popular dishes. It’s a curated culinary journey that celebrates Malaysia’s diverse food heritage from Malay classics, Indian favourites, Chinese hawker gems, Peranakan specialties, to indigenous flavours you don’t often see on tourist guides.

Malaysia’s food scene is legendary and the map captures it all. Think legendary roadside stalls in Ipoh, tucked-away mee kolok spots in Sarawak, and kopitiams that have been around for generations. Now all in one place, accessible via the redBus app and their Food Map microsite.

What Makes It Cool?

Besides making you hungry, the map is interactive, constantly updated, and open for contributions. Travellers and foodies can suggest their favourite makan spots especially those hidden gems that deserve the spotlight. If your pick makes it into the map, your name gets featured too. (Yes, this is your foodie influencer moment.)

And to make the journey even sweeter, redBus is giving out special ticket discounts for selected cities every month encouraging you to actually go eat that roti canai in KL or sambal stingray in Melaka in person.

redBus CEO, Prakash Sangam, says the Malaysia Food Map is more than just a list, it’s a celebration of Malaysian culture and culinary identity. “Food reflects who we are. With this map, we want to help people connect with the country’s rich flavours in a fun, accessible way,” he shared.

How to Use It

  • Download the redBus app or visit www.redbus.my/foodmap
  • Explore 160+ curated eateries
  • Add your own food recs
  • Plan your next makan trip, and get travel discounts while you’re at it

Whether you’re planning a quick escape or chasing that one legendary laksa you saw on TikTok, this map’s got your back. One dish at a time.

Let your stomach be your compass.

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