Nyonya Makko is a well-known Melaka Raya restaurant for Peranakan classics such as ayam pongteh, ayam buah keluak, ngoh hiang, Nyonya chap chye, and cendol.
Peranakan Cooking in Melaka Raya
Nyonya Makko is a long-running Peranakan restaurant in Taman Melaka Raya, outside the busiest Jonker Street core but close to Melaka’s southern heritage and hotel district. It suits a sit-down local meal built around familiar Nyonya classics.
What to Order
Nyonya Makko’s menu centres on ayam pongteh, a savoury braised chicken dish, and ayam buah keluak, a Peranakan classic built around the earthy buah keluak nut. Ngoh hiang, Nyonya chap chye, lemak nenas udang, sambal dishes, and cendol are also strong choices for a shared meal.
Dietary Note
Nyonya Makko is non-pork but not halal certified, making it best suited to diners without strict halal requirements.
Hours, Queues, and Reservations
Lunch runs from 11:30am to 2:30pm and dinner from 6pm to 9pm on Monday and Wednesday through Sunday. The restaurant is closed on Tuesday. Lunch can be busy, so larger groups are better served by reserving ahead.
