The cheapest places to eat in Malaysia are the hawker stalls and coffeeshops that are located throughout the cities. Also popular are the mamak stalls. These are run by Indian Muslims and serve local Indian food like roti canai. Most of the stalls stay open till late and some even operate on shifts, so you can find the same stall offering different food at different times throughout the day. Hygiene standards in Malaysia are generally reasonable. To be safe, just be observant and if a stall is frequented by locals, it should be safe to eat there. Seafood restaurants are also a popular dining option, but are more expensive. Two popular menu items would be the Chinese-style steamed fish or crab served with sticky chilli sauce. For air conditioned comfort, visit the food courts in the shopping malls which offer local delicacies for a slightly higher fee.
Malaysia with all of the exotic sites and cultures to experience can offer any traveler an adventure of a lifetime