Dai Tao Lala Pot, a popular supper spot in Kepong, Kuala Lumpur, has expanded its reach with a new branch in Mount Austin, Johor Bahru.The eatery is known for their charcoal claypot lala pot opens till 3:00AM daily. It is a good supper spot for late night owls seeking a satisfying meal.
Situated approximately a 30-minute drive from the CIQ Johor Bahru checkpoint, this eatery has garnered a following among locals. During our visit on a Sunday evening around 4:50 PM, a queue had already formed before the eatery’s opening at 5:00 PM. As soon as the doors opened, customers streamed in.
We managed to get a seat and proceed to go through our order chit. Then, we proceeded to order the signature lala soup along with additional ingredients. The hot pot lala soup, served on a charcoal stove, is prepared right before your eyes. A kilogram of lala is stir-fried with spices in the claypot before the addition of Huadiao wine for an extra flavorful broth.
The staff then pours in the broth, allowing it to simmer before customers can start indulging. Once the cover is lifted, you can savor the first scoop of the broth to experience its rich base. We relished the flavorful broth, with my dad opting to enhance the Huadiao wine content by adding more from the free-flow supply available at the DIY sauce station.
While enjoying the culinary spectacle, it’s essential to be mindful of safety, as unexpected oil splatters can occur during the stir-frying process.
In addition to Huadiao wine, various condiments like garlic, sesame oil, chili, and more are provided for dipping purposes. 
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The add-ons include noodles, rice, mushrooms, seafood, meat, and vegetables. Ready-to-eat sides such as Nam Yu Fried Chicken Wings and Taiwan Sausage are also available, although we didn’t order them this time.
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The highlight of this experience is the refills are free and unlimited. The prices are reasonable, and our bill for three people, including a jug of drink, amounted to RM199.75 (~S$57.50). It’s worth noting that Dai Tao Lala Pot operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not accept reservations, so be prepared to queue.
Address : Dai Tao Lala Pot 大头啦啦煲
No. 49 , Jalan Austin Height 8/5,
Taman Mount Austin
81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
Opening Hours: Daily 5:00PM–3:00AM
WIFI: YES
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