Nanyang Kopitiam
- Hours
- Monday: Closed Tuesday–Sunday: 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Menu
- Nasi Lemak with Fried Chicken
- Kaya Toast with Soft-Boiled Eggs
- Roti with Chicken Curry
A priced menu is not on this page.
North York's day-time Malaysian pop-up serves up comforting Nasi Lemak inside a gritty Yonge Street bar.
Tucked inside OnOff Restaurant and Bar at 5463 Yonge Street, Nanyang Kopitiam operates a clever daytime pop-up concept from Tuesday through Sunday. By day, the space transforms into a casual Malaysian coffee shop complete with a dragon mural painted across the brown walls and rustic wood-trimmed tables. Since opening in spring 2026, this spot has drawn steady crowds craving the kind of Southeast Asian comfort food that remains notoriously hard to find in Toronto. Because it doubles as a nightlife venue after hours, the interior retains a slightly beat-up, gritty edge—complete with a basement washroom that leaves much to be desired—but the kitchen's ambitions more than make up for the rough-around-the-edges atmosphere.
The menu is concise, focusing on traditional staples like Kaya toast, noodle soups, and the signature Nasi Lemak paired with fried chicken. The chicken arrives impressively crisp and well-salted with a fiery kick from the sambal, served alongside fragrant coconut rice, crunchy anchovies, peanuts, and hard-boiled eggs. Meals hover around the $20 mark and include a drink, though sticking to local expectations means watching out for a heavy onion presence in the sambal. Wash it down with a cup of sweet, creamy Kopi, keeping in mind that service runs strictly from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. before the evening bar crowd takes over.
Newtonbrook
Malaysian Cafe
March 24, 2026
(647) 686-5336
View source · checked Sep 13, 2026
About Nanyang Kopitiam
What is Nanyang Kopitiam? Operating as a daytime pop-up out of OnOff Restaurant and Bar at 5463 Yonge Street, Nanyang Kopitiam brings traditional Southeast Asian coffee shop culture to Newtonbrook. By day, the moody nightlife lounge—complete with dramatic dragon murals and rustic wood tables—pivots into a vibrant Malaysian breakfast and lunch canteen. Seating consists of casual dining room tables and booths that cater to solo diners and small groups before the evening bar takes over the room.
Nanyang Kopitiam Menu & What to Order The undeniable centrepiece is the nasi lemak set: crackling, golden fried chicken served with coconut-infused rice, crisp ikan bilis, peanuts, cucumber, hard-boiled egg, and a rich, shallot-forward sambal. For breakfast or a midday snack, order the kaya toast layered with cold butter and fragrant coconut-pandan jam, accompanied by soft-boiled eggs seasoned with dark soy sauce and white pepper. Pair your plate with a velvety, frothy pulled hot kopi or an iced teh tarik, and add a side of flaky roti with creamy curry dip.
Know Before You Go Service runs on a walk-in-only basis from Tuesday through Sunday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., with peak lunch rushes hitting hard between noon and 2:00 p.m. The space is a short walk north of Finch subway station, with metered Green P parking along Yonge Street and neighbouring side streets. Because it functions as a daytime residency, always double-check same-day operating updates on their Instagram page before making the trek.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nanyang Kopitiam
Menu highlights at Nanyang Kopitiam include Nasi Lemak with Fried Chicken, Kaya Toast with Soft-Boiled Eggs, Roti with Chicken Curry, Hot Kopi, Iced Teh Tarik, Malaysian Noodle Soup. A priced menu is not on this page.
