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From pan mee to late night hotdogs, these are restaurateur Lim Heng Kit’s favourite Klang Valley spots to drink and dine
When dining in Kuala Lumpur, it is common to find yourself lost in a sea of good eats, from local street food favourites to a myriad of fine dining spots. And who better to recommend their favourite bakery or go-to place to drink than Lim Heng Kit, chef and co-founder of Li Restaurant, Locus, and Provisions?
The talented chef gives us the lowdown when it comes to his favourite spots, from pan mee and laksa to coffee and his favourite late night supper.
168 Pan Mee
“My pick for pan mee is 169 Pan Mee, which is located around Bandar Sri Damansara. One of the most popular items is a claypot pan mee.”
168 Pan Mee
Address: 15, Jalan Desa 2/2, Desa Aman Puri, 52100 Kuala Lumpur. +6017 667 8168
Cream
“For coffee, I always find myself at Cream by The Roast Things. They have always maintained a very high level of coffee, and dining there is always an enjoyable experience.”
Cream
Address: A-G-01, Prima Avenue, The Tube, Jalan PJU 1/39, Dataran Prima, 47301 Petaling Jaya. +6018 662 3886
See also: 5 must try food and drink spots in Pasar Besar TTDI
Ebony and Ivory
“A very underrated hidden gem I would like to mention is my favourite café, Ebony and Ivory. They make really great pastries, really good coffee, and all-round comfort food.”
Ebony and Ivory
Address: 4A, Block P/E, Taman Cheras, 56100 Kuala Lumpur. +6013 616 1286
Kedah Assam Laksa
“My spot for laksa is Kedah Assam Laksa, located in PJ. While many go for laksa, which is what they are known for, they also do great chai kueh here.”
Kedah Assam Laksa
Address: 1, Jalan SS 2/4, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya. +6012 391 2082
Sausage Sizzle
“When it comes to grabbing late night supper, I often find myself at Sausage Sizzle. There are a few outlets scattered around town, but the one that is convenient for me is in Taman Tun.”
Sausage Sizzle
Address: 3849, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 4, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. +6018 788 1662
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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.
