MCO extension ends Chinese restaurants’ hope for CNY profits

Owners predict wave of closures as government kills opportunity for annual money-spinner.

By Angie Tan · 3 years ago

MCO extension ends Chinese restaurants’ hope for CNY profits

MCO 2.0 will finish off already depleted restaurants, say groups

They fear many will not survive another lockdown.

By Elill Easwaran · 3 years ago

MCO 2.0 will finish off already depleted restaurants, say groups

Empty tables in Chinese restaurants as year-end bookings fall

Owners look to Chinese New Year to help revive fortunes, as Covid-19 stifles celebrations.

By Khoo Gek San · 3 years ago

Empty tables in Chinese restaurants as year-end bookings fall

Lifting of interstate travel ban boon for restaurants

After relaxation of restrictions, business volume rose with some areas increasing by 30% to 40%.

By Khoo Gek San · 3 years ago

Lifting of interstate travel ban boon for restaurants

Lockdowns force 600 kopitiam to take a break

‘Forced hiatus’ for shops in Klang Valley, Johor since October, says association.

By Khoo Gek San · 3 years ago

Lockdowns force 600 kopitiam to take a break


India eatery offers ‘Covid curry’ to scared customers

Dish has extra Indian herbs and spices that are good for people's health, says Vedic restaurant owner.

· 3 years ago

India eatery offers ‘Covid curry’ to scared customers

Eating out under the new normal

Two friends determined to eat banana leaf rice brave strict social distancing guidelines to satisfy taste buds.

By Chan Kok Leong · 3 years ago

Eating out under the new normal

No dine-in for Selangor restaurants, says MB

State tweaks CMCO to maintain takeaway, delivery services from tomorrow.

· 4 years ago · 2 comments

No dine-in for Selangor restaurants, says MB

Restaurants fear offering dine-in option too soon

New SOP, such as tables placed 2m apart, taking temperature and phone details, too onerous for some.

By Ravin Palanisamy · 4 years ago

Restaurants fear offering dine-in option too soon

Eating out will never be the same again

· 4 years ago · 2 comments

More takeaways don’t translate into higher profits 

Fears now that consumers won’t dine in even when MCO lifted.

By Khoo Gek San · 4 years ago

More takeaways don’t translate into higher profits 

90% bookings at Chinese restaurants cancelled

Covid-19 forces postponement of wedding receptions, dinners.

By Angie Tan · 4 years ago

90% bookings at Chinese restaurants cancelled

Eateries hope new govt will ease smoking ban

Designated areas where patrons can puff away should be allowed, say industry players.

By Angie Tan · 4 years ago · 1 comment

Eateries hope new govt will ease smoking ban

Chinese restaurant boom after Covid-19 threat over

Investors note Malaysian appetite for regional Chinese cuisine while red tape minimal.

By Angie Tan · 4 years ago

Chinese restaurant boom after Covid-19 threat over

Many defy smoking ban in restaurants

Those found smoking in prohibited areas are issued a compound of RM250, starting today.

· 4 years ago · 1 comment

Many defy smoking ban in restaurants