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Anjappar
September 2009 Anjappar was a surprise. I’m a huge fan of Indian banana leaf but must admit that often the curries and veggies adorning my leaf at various vegetarian spots begin to taste a bit same-same. I was looking for something to pique my i... -
ll Tempio
A modern Italian restaurant set within the rustic jungle enclave of Taman TAR Ampang, Il Tempio or The Temple drew inspiration from the tranquil setting of Asian monasteries. Dining Italian here is hence redefined. Some say, ‘I came, worshipped a... -
Dynasty
Yet another outlet serving five-star Cantonese food. Every dish is served with the freshest ingredients and a regal touch. All the essentials are on the menu, from Northern-style cold starters to deep fried yam balls and Peking duck. Also available are... -
South Indian Aiyer Restaurant
We are not fans of faux meat, but the generous piling of carbohydrates on a serving of banana leaf rice tickles our fancy. Vegetarian banana leaf rice is here is stellar as you wade though the bursting flavours of the six different side dishes. Our fav... -
Cristang
With its name referring to the Portuguese people of Malacca, Cristang has cultural and traditional influences in abundance. Located just opposite the Hilton PJ, it is an unassuming eatery with simplicity at the core. Their current bestseller is the por... -
Wau Penyu
All sorts of nasi and Kelantanese dishes at their best. The nasi tumpang; compacted rice wrapped in a conical shape banana leaf along with spices; is a pleasant surprise, as it is with the nasi kerabu (literally means ‘rice salad’), and the... -
Top Hat
August 2009 Top Hat is back with a new location in a well-preserved colonial bungalow at the crossroad of Jalan Kia Peng and Jalan Stonor. Continuing its signature Peranakan and Western menu, Top Hat's new home reflects that East meets West chara... -
Pucuk Ubi
In Pucuk Ubi, you can taste authentic Sarawak cuisine and experience the mysticism of Sarawak as well as its native products. You will find true blue Malaysian cuisine in combination from signature dishes of Bidayuh, Iban, Melanau, Bisayas, Lawas, Oran... -
Ribs by Vintry
Ribs by Vintry is the latest addition to the Vintry group and it certainly has picked out the strengths of its predecessors and built on it. A stone’s throw away from the original Vintry, it certainly serves to satisfy any meat craving. The inter... -
Penang Village
Penang Village already has eight outlets across Malaysia and three outlets in Indonesia. Their passion is in presenting good Malaysian food at affordable prices. For those who can’t make it to Penang to sample the famed hawker food, this place is... -
Checkers
Billed as the “Best kept secret in town”, Checkers takes some effort to locate. Hidden in the depths of Bukit Damansara, this welcoming establishment has no qualms when it comes to serving a quality pork. A must-try is the Lord of the ribs ... -
Hornbill Restaurant
Located right inside the Hornbill Park inside KL Bird Park, the Hornbill Restaurant & Cafe provides both local and western cuisines. With a unique architecture of wooden Malay Kampung house, its interior creates a calm and peaceful atmosphere. Its ambi... -
Lily Cenario
Healthy eating at its best, Lily Cenario is more than just a cafe. There is an art gallery upstairs where meditation sessions are held. A place where you can catch up with friends over coffee and pies, the main meal changes every day so you will never ... -
Gyuniku
Not. It is not a Japanese restaurant. But yes, the gyu means beef in Japanese. As a noodle house, Gyuniku serves up various beef dishes and beef noodles like wantan mee and kuey teow. The local favourites dish is ngau lam (beef brisket). -
Restoran Muar Home Cooked Cuisine
April 2010 I’ve never been to Muar, but judging by the culinary ambassadors it’s produced over the years, it could well be a place to visit sometime sooner rather than later. In this respect, the unassuming Muar Home-Cooked Cuisine Restaur... -
Grandmama’s
Founded by Blink (the new Malaysian rep for British Council’s International Young Music Entrepreneur 2009), Grandmama’s is both homely and swanky. Popular with the busy Bukit Bintang crowd, the menu offers a great selection of Malaysian fav... -
Restoran Tanjung Bungah
December 2008 As my dining companion and I entered Restoran Tanjung Bungah hands clutching chop sticks stopped mid-air, heads swivelled in our direction, and the room went silent. Ill-at-ease as it made me feel I took it as a good sign, an indication ... -
Fatimah Selera Kampung
July 2008 They say Malaysia’s best Malay food is found in private kitchens. Consider Fatimah Selera Kampung your entrée to ‘mom-style’ Malay cuisine. Every dish on offer comes out of a home kitchen; the very casual, open-air r... -
Sri Nyonya
Family-run restaurant with recipes passed down through the generations, Sri Nyonya is in a secluded back water in Section 22, but still draws a healthy crowd. They must be doing something right. With a variety of unique nyonya recipes, they have establ... -
The Canteen Room
October 2008 In terms of value for money you can’t ask for more than you receive at this café-cum-restaurant. The portions are generous, the service is great and the price remains low. No wonder The Canteen Room is always packed. There...