Best Laksa in Sydney
The best laksa in Sydney right now is Malay Chinese Takeaway (score 87 from 1,344 reviews), based on 21 venues re-ranked weekly.
Where locals actually go for laksa in Sydney — not just what tops a Google search.
● Updated September 2026 · re-verified 21 venues this month
🔄 Re-ranked 2026-09-08: no moves since 2026-09-02 — the current order held steady.
The verdict: the best laksa in Sydney right now is Malay Chinese Takeaway in CBD ($ price tier) (5 community mentions · 2× called the best · 1 editorial list · dish praised in 4 of 5 recent google reviews), ahead of Malay Chinese Noodle Bar, Laksa King. That call comes from community consensus blended with Google review strength across 21 ranked venues — no pay-to-rank, updated September 2026.
The numbers: 21 venues ranked · 27,451 Google reviews analysed · median rating 4.5★ · #1 leads the field by 13 ranking points. Updated September 2026.
| 🏆 Top pick | Malay Chinese Takeaway (CBD) |
| 📊 Most reviewed | Ho Jiak Haymarket (5,844 reviews) |
| 📍 Venues ranked | 21 across 11 suburbs |
| Venue | Suburb | Price | Rating | Known for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Malay Chinese Takeaway | CBD | $ | 4.6★ | Curry laksa |
| #2 | Malay Chinese Noodle Bar | CBD | — | 4.5★ | Curry laksa |
| #3 | Laksa King | CBD | $ | 4.3★ | Curry laksa |
| #4 | The Malaya | CBD | $$$ | 4.4★ | — |
| #5 | Temasek Parramatta | Parramatta | $$ | 4.2★ | Curry laksa |
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#1 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
🏅 Locals’ pick
📍 Shop 1, 50/58 Hunter St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the laksa; the har mee is the sleeper hit
★ 4.6 (1,344 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 5 community mentions · 2× called the best · 1 editorial list · dish praised in 4 of 5 recent Google reviews
#2 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
🏅 Locals’ pick
📍 Shop CQT06/33 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.5 (418 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 5 community mentions · 2× called the best · 1 editorial list · dish praised in 2 of 5 recent Google reviews
#3 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 37-39 Erskine St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the combination laksa and teh tarik.
★ 4.3 (668 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 3 community mentions · 3× called the best · in 3 YouTube reviews · dish praised in 2 of 5 recent Google reviews
#4 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 225 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the beef rendang and szechuan eggplant; both are exceptional.
★ 4.4 (2,000 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 3 community mentions · 3× called the best · in 1 YouTube review
#5 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 2/100 George St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia
★ 4.2 (2,691 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · 2× called the best · 2 editorial lists
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#6 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 SHOP 5/5 Archibald Ave, Waterloo NSW 2017, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the laksa; it is rich, flavourful and very satisfying.
★ 4.5 (232 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · 2× called the best · evidence pooled across 2 locations · dish praised in 3 of 5 recent Google reviews
#7 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 5/66 Mountain St, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the ikan bakar; the kangkung belacan is another standout.
★ 4.3 (989 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 4 community mentions
#8 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 Shop5/256 Coward St, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
🍴 What to order: Get the seafood laksa; the broth is rich, fragrant, and full of depth.
★ 4.4 (373 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · 2× called the best · evidence pooled across 2 locations · dish praised in 2 of 5 recent Google reviews
#9 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 Pittsway Arcade, 303 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.5 (253 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · 2× called the best · dish praised in 1 of 5 recent Google reviews
#10 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 92 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.5 (5,844 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · 2× called the best
#11 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 189 Missenden Rd, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
★ 4.3 (587 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · dish praised in 2 of 5 recent Google reviews
#12 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 594 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia
★ 4.5 (598 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 2 community mentions · 2× called the best
#13 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 125 York St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.7 (2,773 reviews) on Google Maps
#14 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 1 Fitzwilliam St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia
★ 4.7 (206 reviews) on Google Maps
#15 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 52B Harris St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia
★ 5 (38 reviews) on Google Maps
#16 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 f3/401 Sussex St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.4 (956 reviews) on Google Maps
#17 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 20B Old Northern Rd, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, Australia
★ 4.7 (297 reviews) on Google Maps
Why it ranks: 1 community mention · 1× called the best
#18 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 12/370 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.8 (129 reviews) on Google Maps
#19 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 Kensington St, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia
★ 4.4 (4,974 reviews) on Google Maps
#20 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 273Beamish Street, Campsie NSW 2194, Australia
★ 4 (1,406 reviews) on Google Maps
#21 of 21 laksa spots in Sydney
📍 14 Nicolle Walk, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
★ 4.5 (675 reviews) on Google Maps
Common laksa questions in Sydney
What's the best budget laksa in Sydney?
Malay Chinese Takeaway is the top-ranked budget ($) option in CBD — #1 overall for laksa.
Where's the best laksa in Sydney for a special occasion?
The Malaya ($$$ price tier) is the highest-ranked venue worth the splurge, in CBD.
What's the best vegetarian-friendly laksa in Sydney?
Laksa King is the highest-ranked venue with confirmed vegan options, in CBD.
Keep exploring: Related: 🍜 best ramen in Sydney · 🍲 best pho in Sydney · 🍝 best pad thai in Sydney · 🍲 best hotpot in Sydney. Laksa elsewhere: Melbourne · Brisbane · Perth · Adelaide. By suburb: best in CBD · best in Haymarket. Dietary: 🌱 best vegetarian laksa. Q&A: your laksa questions answered. Nationally: best laksa in Australia, 14 cities compared. Also: head-to-head: the top two compared · best value ($) picks. See the data report.
How we rank
We machine-scan the community discussions (Reddit threads and food guides in the search index) for each venue's name, then blend: community mentions 70% (mentions ×10, 'the best' superlatives ×6, normalised) + Google review strength 30% (rating above a 3.8 baseline, weighted by review volume). Global fast-food and dessert franchises are excluded. This page is auto-mined; flagship pages get hand curation on top.
Frequently asked
What is the best laksa in Sydney?
Malay Chinese Takeaway currently ranks #1 for laksa in Sydney — 5 community mentions · 2× called the best · 1 editorial list · dish praised in 4 of 5 recent Google reviews.
What is the best cheap laksa in Sydney?
Malay Chinese Takeaway is the highest-ranked budget option in CBD.
Where is the best laksa in the Sydney CBD?
Malay Chinese Takeaway is the top-ranked laksa spot in the CBD (Shop 1, 50/58 Hunter St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia).
How does BestDish rank laksa in Sydney?
Venues are scored by blending community mentions from local discussions with Google review strength (rating above a 3.8 baseline, weighted by review volume). Global chains are excluded.