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Mama Malaya

1/2802 Logan Road, Underwood, Brisbane QLD 4119, Australia

Recommended by 57 people

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1/2802 Logan Road, Underwood, Brisbane QLD 4119, Australia

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+61 7 3341 2682
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mama Malaya

Generous bowls of rich laksa and nostalgic homestyle Malaysian cooking pack out this modest Underwood dining room. Regulars fill the tables early for the scratch-made specialty tofu and noodles kissed with wok hay. Portions run large enough to share, from tender Hainan chicken served over seasoned rice to a Yong Tau Foo laksa carrying a punchy shrimp paste aroma and steady warmth. Check the chalkboard by the counter for the day's additions, or lean on the staff to steer your order.

  • Scratch-Made Specialty Tofu: Prepared from scratch in-house, pairing delicate texture with rich braised flavors.
  • Chalkboard Menu Additions: Handwritten daily specials rotate on the board alongside staples like Yong Tau Foo laksa.
  • Homestyle Comfort Fare: Hearty, grandmother-style Malaysian recipes served in generous portions fit for sharing.
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What's On at Mama Malaya

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Dine at Mama Malaya

Authentic Malaysian flavours, handcrafted specialties, and comforting family-style service in Underwood.

  • Massive Portions with Bold Malaysian Flavours

    Generous noodle soups and classic stir-fries deliver bold, traditional taste without high prices.

    For $18.90 the portion size is massive and sufficient for 2 people.

    Vijay V (VJ)

  • Signature Scratch-Made Tofu Dishes

    Handcrafted specialty tofu cooked fresh to perfection sets the kitchen apart in Brisbane.

    Home-made Tofu is the best tofu dish in Brisbane I would say.

    Emma Chen

  • Heart-Warming and Personalized Hospitality

    Warm and welcoming staff take the time to guide diners through the menu and recognize regulars.

    Heart-warming service, the staff knows their customer well.

    Emma Chen

  • Rotating Chalkboard Chef Specials

    Dynamic chalkboard offerings give returning guests new traditional specialties to explore on every visit.

    Reasonably priced menu and recommended to check the specials written on the chalkboard.

    Vijay V (VJ)

  • Homestyle Warmth Like Grandmother's Cooking

    Comforting, home-style recipes provide nostalgic satisfaction reminiscent of family cooking.

    yummy food like your mother or grandmother's cooking, this hit the spot!

    Steve Budi

  • Shared Comfort Feasts for Gatherings

    A lively neighborhood dining room perfect for gathering early over hearty shared comfort meals.

    Delicious Malaysian homey food. Great portion and authentic flavour. They are busy so come early if you're with group of people.

    Steve Budi

Customer-favorite Malaysian classics and house-made specialties

  • Home-made Tofu

    Home-made Tofu is the best tofu dish in Brisbane I would say.

    Emma Chen

  • Hainan Chicken

    Hainan Chicken is tender and juicy, served with seasoned rice.

    Emma Chen

  • Yong Tau Foo laksa

    Yong Tau Foo laksa has a bold curry flavour, medium heat and a slightly stronger shrimp paste aroma.

    Vijay V (VJ)

  • Braised pork belly

    personally would recommend the hainanese chicken, braised pork belly and homemade tofu.

    Nathan Ng

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, arrival, and parking for your visit

  • Call ahead to confirm hours

    Operating hours can vary unexpectedly, so call ahead to verify they are open before making the trip.

  • Arrive early for seats

    The dining room fills up quickly, especially during peak times; arrive early if dining with a group.

  • Plan for nearby street parking

    On-site parking spaces are limited, so be prepared to look for street parking nearby.

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