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Tatler Dining Guide 2022
The Tatler Dining Guide continues its annual tradition of celebrating the crème de la crème of the Malaysian dining scene
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Aliyaa
Damansara Heights, Malaysia
With its consistent quality, dining at Aliyaa is an amazing experience which will please most Malaysian taste buds
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Restaurant Blanc
Penang, Malaysia
Nestled in historic 100-year-old colonial heritage building Macalister Mansion, Blanc offers contemporary French cuisine with subtle Asian influences, a nod to the culinary landscape of Penang
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Fritz
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
Brasserie Fritz offers French fare and is a haven for seafood lovers, although the meat options are standout as well
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Eat and Cook
Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
Eat and Cook presents an innovative, experimental Malaysian tasting menu, inspired by the country’s rich cultural tapestry
Cantaloupe
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
An indoor water feature softens overall effect of the imposing soaring columns, and the dim lighting allows for clandestine meet-ups to go unnoticed
Cava Restaurant and Bar
Bangsar, Malaysia
Nestled among the casual dining joints that line Jalan Bangkung, Cava is KL-ites' go-to for authentic Spanish cuisine
Canvass Bistro & Bar
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
A feast of bio-diverse ingredients, eco-friendly practices and Nordic modernity
Ember Beach Club
Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Located in the luxurious One&Only Desaru Coast, Ember Beach Club is a barbecue-centric hangout that infuses Asian flavours into everything on its menu
Fuego
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
Fun, colourful, and relaxed, Fuego is known for South American fare with a great view
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Hoshi
Desaru Coast, Malaysia
With clubby music, a sleek sushi bar and a cool mural, Hoshi would not look out of place in London or Tokyo
Jade Pavilion
Bukit Bintang, Malaysia
Refined Cantonese dining and dim sum is what you will find in Jade Pavilion at Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur
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Jhann
Damansara Heights
Asia is known as the great spice continent, and Jhann certainly does India justice with their polished interpretations of classic regional favourites.
Jeff’s Cellar
Ipoh, Malaysia
Housed in a tastefully maintained 260-million-year-old cave, Jeff’s Cellar exudes romance with an air of mystery
Kayra
Bangsar, Malaysia
Kayra is named for the root word of Kerala‘Kera’, meaning land of coconut
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Kikubari
Damansara Heights
Seemingly basic ingredients like tofu, poultry and vegetables are crafted into extraordinary, moving experiences by the chef’s capable hands.
Lai Po Heen
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
Located in the heart of the city, Lai Po Heen boasts classic Cantonese cuisine, from traditional fare to assorted handmade sim dum
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Leonardo's Dining Room & Wine Loft
Bangsar
A treasured spot for those who devour pork in as many ways as possible.
Mandarin Grill
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
If you’re looking for a night out with exquisite Italian dishes in a classy setting, look no further
2026 SPOTLIGHT
Mr. Chew’s Chino Latino Bar
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
The dishes here are modern fusion, with flavours both playful and memorable.
Nadodi
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
With its innovative stance towards Indian fine dining, Nadodi is an important restaurant within Malaysia’s culinary scene, offering a modern interpretation of South Indian and Sri Lankan flavours.
Natalina Italian Kitchen
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
Named after Italian legend Frank Sinatra’s mother, Natalina Italian Kitchen celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine with a touch of modernity
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Nero Nero
Damansara Heights, Malaysia
Nero Nero brings the warmth of Southern Italy to Kuala Lumpur, offering hearty Italian classics crafted with premium ingredients
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Nobu Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Malaysia
Dishes here are perfectly balanced and seasoned well
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OpenHouse
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
OpenHouse fills the void of places to showcase Malaysian food in a nice setting to friends from abroad.
Opus Bistro
Bangsar, Malaysia
Opus is a favourite for obvious reasons; comfort food in a no-frills setting that consistently delivers wholesome Italian favourites.
The Regent Chinese Cuisine
Mont Kiara, Malaysia
The dining room here is comfortable, and the staff are always courteous
ROOTS Bistronomy
Kuching
ROOTS Bistronomy's menu prides itself on the usage of homegrown ingredients and modern European culinary techniques.
Sea.Fire.Salt
Desaru Coast, Malaysia
Sea.Fire.Salt brings sensational steaks and seafood to the Desaru Coast
