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KKuala Lumpur is undoubtedly home to a wealth of good food, from street food gems to fine dining establishments. And who better to ask for recommendations than chefs themselves?
In this series, we speak to Andy Choy of French fine dining restaurant Chateau Dionne, patisserie Doux Doux, and the newly opened Nice Bistronome. Choy is known for his years of industry experience, friendly demeanour, and dedication to the craft.
Choy shares his favourite spots for wantan mee, pork noodles, chicken rice, and more!
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Restaurant Kim Seng
“My go-to for pork noodles, in Section 17, is Restaurant Kim Seng. It is located in the same corner row as Grub and is quite hidden!”
Restaurant Kim Seng
Address: 607, Jalan 17/10, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya. +6018 577 7789
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Restoran Jie Mee
“My favourite spot for wantan mee is Restoran Jie Mee, which is in Sri Hartamas. It’s been around for a very long time and also happens to be on my way to work. I really like what they do.”
Restoran Jie Mee
Address: 34, 18, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
Hanabi Izakaya Sake and Dining
“For a late night supper, visit Hanabi, a Japanese izakaya located in Solaris. They open until 3 am in the morning, so it’s a great place to catch up in the late hours of the night.”
Hanabi Izakaya Sake and Dining
Address: 12, Jalan Solaris 3, Solaris Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur. +603 6211 3381
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Restoran Choon Yien
“For chicken rice, I always go to Choon Yien, which is situated around Happy Mansion. They open very early, so it is somewhere that I can have an early brunch before I come to work.”
Restoran Choon Yien
Address: CG-1, Jalan 17/13, Happy Mansion, 46400 Petaling Jaya. +6016 979 3118
Kedai Kopi Wah Cheong
“Another restaurant for pork noodles that I really like is opposite Seventeen Mall, called Kedai Kopi Wah Cheong. It’s a pretty popular spot.”
Kedai Kopi Wah Cheong
Address: 1080, Jalan 17/29, Section 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya. +6012 334 8916
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Katelyn is the dining and travel editor of Malaysia and Indonesia. Based in Kuala Lumpur, she offers readers an inside look at the movers and shakers in Asia’s growing food and beverage industry.
