Cover A dish at Terra Dining of duck breast with Teochew duck braise jus (Photo: Terra Dining)
A dish at Terra Dining of duck breast with Teochew duck braise jus (Photo: Terra Dining)
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The latest need-to-know eateries to visit on your next food adventure
The local food and beverage landscape is brimming with flavours and innovation. Rich in heritage and tradition, Malaysia's generational icons and other national culinary landmarks find themselves alongside other new eateries and watering holes that keep our scene fresh.
Each month, we scour the streets for the best and most interesting additions to our local industry and add them to this monthly guide, which you can come back to for updates and alerts on all the new restaurants, cafés, and bars you should venture to with your fellow foodies.
Here are all the eateries you need to have on your radar this December.
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Terra Dining
Led by chef-owner Chong Yu Cheng, Terra Dining boasts refined dishes that highlight local produce in the heart of TTDI. The setting stuns in warm, earthy shades, and the tasting menu is good value for money.
Terra Dining
Address: 91, Jalan Aminuddin Baki, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. Instagram / @terra.dining
Fritz
You may remember Brasserie Fritz, previously located in WOLO Kuala Lumpur, which has now rebranded to Fritz as of October 2023. Occupying the space that was once Cantaloupe, the restaurant boasts comforting bistro fare as well as a once-a-month Sunday lunch menu.
Fritz
Address: Level 23A Tower B, The Troika, 19, Persiaran KLCC, 50450 Kuala Lumpur. +603 2162 0886
Ora Dining
Modern European restaurant Ora focuses on comfort food, namely Italian handmade pasta and scrumptious grilled meats in a comfortable setting.
Ora Dining
Address: 29, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 7, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. +603 7731 5545
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Daijin Omakase
Drawing inspiration from the Song Dynasty, Daijin Omakase presents an immersive Chinese-style omakase fine dining experience in the heart of Klang.
Daijin Omakase
Address: Lot 140679, Jalan Jasmin 3, Bandar Botanik, 41200 Klang. +6011 5328 8678
Gai by Darren Chin, M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Opening on December 2, 2023, is Gai by Darren Chin’s second outlet, located at M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Expect Lanna-style cuisine and authentic Thai flavours.
Gai by Darren Chin
Address: M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Damansara, Bukit Kiara, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. +6011 3850 0092
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Valentina
Catering to residents in Bukit Jalil, Valentina offers a rooftop dining experience focusing on Southern Italian cuisine, from Piedmont-style ravioli to sous vide octopus with potatoes and pesto.
Valentina
Address: Level R, Hyatt Place, Persiaran Jalil 1, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur. +6012 679 3860
Bref by Darren Chin, M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Like Gai by Darren Chin, French restaurant Bref by Darren Chin will also be opening a second outlet at M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
Bref by Darren Chin
Address: M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Damansara, Bukit Kiara, 60000 Kuala Lumpur. +60128531523
Bowls of Steel
Bowls of Steel is back! Known for handcrafted ramen noodles infused with a punch of local flavours, the eatery is run by chef-owner Jun Chan.
Bowls of Steel
Address: 94a, Jalan SS 21/62, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya. +6011 6556 9267
Siti Thai Food Stall
A charming addition to REXKL is Siti Thai Food Stall, boasting an array of Thai delicacies from prawn spring rolls and chicken skewers to Phad See Yew (soy sauce noodles). Pair a meal here with the bottled milk tea, which complements dishes beautifully.
Siti Thai Food Stall
Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur. Instagram / @sitithaifoodstall
Little Cup
Little Cup is a new addition to Plaza Batai, serving fresh coffee and buttery pastries from Flaaah. The café centres around the community, so stay tuned for exciting events in the near future.
Little Cup
Address: Lot 8-3, Plaza Batai, Jalan Batai, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur. +6012 675 2103
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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.
