When COVID-19 came, it was a nightmare for a lot of people and Malaysian business owners who are dependent on Singapore tourists for income.
After over 2 years of tight borders, Singaporeans can enter Malaysia more easily and local business owners in Johor are celebrating. Businesses in Johor, whether food, car wash or retail, saw an increase in sales following the reopening of the Singapore-Malaysia border on Friday
Huat Ah
Several photos of famous eateries in Johor Bahru has been seen on social media and business are even extending their opening hours to accommodate the large crowds
Hiap Joo Bakery
The shop which specialized in fresh bread and snacks has seen its business double in size since the reopening.
Zao Bao reported that many Singaporean tourists went to visit the shop and the flow of customers doubled forming a queue outside the shop.
The shop is located at 13, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Banafee Village restaurant
Famous for its red bone soup and penyet chicken rice, the restaurant with its relaxed concept is always lively at night.
The restaurant extended it’s opening hours and crowds were still seen at the restaurant even at 4AM
The restaurant manager said that business normally subside by 2AM but since the reopening of borders, it has been busy all the way and 60% of the customers are Singaporeans.