Cover Jatujak (Instagram: jatujak_bkk_street_food)
Jatujak (Instagram: jatujak_bkk_street_food)
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The growing area of Ara Damansara brings with it a few new openings, but also many established eateries loved by the neighbourhood. Find our favourites here, from Malaysian hawker favourites to Korean comfort food
Welcome to Ara Damansara, seemingly the newest up-and-coming neighbourhood in PJ: a quiet suburb nestled in between a few golf courses. Quiet in its nature, Ara Damansara is slowly growing into a food lover’s paradise with a few new refurbishments and developments in the area.
Plan a trip to this neighbourhood to find a full array of diverse options from cafés and coffee shops, to other cuisines such as authentic Thai, Japanese, and Korean food. With plenty to choose from, you can easily spend a whole day spoiled for choice. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and/or dessert—Ara Damansara’s got you covered.
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Dudu Yummy
Above Kuey Teow Soup in Dudu Yummy (Image: Lee Khang Yi)
Above Assam Laksa in Dudu Yummy (Image: Lee Khang Yi)
Kuey Teow Soup in Dudu Yummy (Image: Lee Khang Yi)
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Dudu Yummy is a hawker centre that’s a favourite spot for locals, many come early to get their noodle dishes before they’re sold out by midday. Crowd favourites include the Ipoh Hor Fun, Assam Laksa, and Kuey Teow Thng (Kuey Teow Soup).
Other offerings include kuih, and other typical kopitiam fare such as curry noodles, char kuey teow, and more.
Dudu Yummy, Ara Permata, 22a, Jalan PJU 1a/42, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, +6017 389 9893
Obvi Pizza
Relatively new on the block, Obvi Pizza comes from the same team behind Mokky’s Pizza. Whether you’re there for a classic Margherita or The Phoenix with duck breast and chilli mango sauce, this relaxed spot is great for a catch up session with your pals.
On special occasions, find kitchen takeovers with guest chefs to spice things up.
Obvi Pizza, Ara Permata, 36-1, Jalan PJU 1a/42, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, +603 7832 2177
Jatujak
Above Classic Thai offerings at Jatujak (Instagram: jatujak_bkk_street_food)
Classic Thai offerings at Jatujak (Instagram: jatujak_bkk_street_food)
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A go-to spot for Thai food for people across town, Jatujak has the classic Thai offerings done authentically. Their Pandan fried chicken, pineapple fried rice, and other classic favourites are juicy and bursting with flavour, with great drink and dessert options.
Jatujak, B-G, 31, Jalan PJU 1a/3j, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, +6010 219 6359
Khao Man Gai
The sister restaurant to Jatujak, Khao Man Gai is a humble spot that serves a small menu, but incredibly well. Flying off the menu is their chicken rice or porridge, and their lava creamy egg rice with the option to switch up your protein, stir-fried with Thai basil.
Other popular side dishes include their fried chicken skin, chicken feet, and stir fried kangkung.
Khao Man Gai, B-G, 23, Jalan PJU 1a/3j, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, +6011 1191 8013
MiMi Korean Restaurant
Above Kimchi army stew at MiMi Korean Restaurant (Instagram: @foodbin)
Above Pork belly at MiMi Korean Restaurant (Instagram: @3asiancooks)
Kimchi army stew at MiMi Korean Restaurant (Instagram: @foodbin)
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Definitely a hidden gem, MiMi Korean Restaurant is a cosy spot serving up Korean classics such as their army stew and barbecued meats.
A great rotating array of side dishes, and fantastic homemade kimchi, it’s definitely worth the visit. Other dishes also include kimchi pancakes, bibimbap, and japchae.
MiMi Korean Restaurant, C-G, 19, Jalan PJU 1a/3, Taipan 2 Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, +6012 494 0579
Wartek
The best part about nasi padang is the wide array of dishes, or lauk pauk, and Wartek does it well. Bright and airy in its interior, Wartek is a great, homely spot for Indonesian delights. Unmissable dishes would be their bebek goreng, gado gado, and soto Betawi.
Wartek, Ara Permata, 3, Jalan PJU 1A/42A, Pusat Dagangan NZX, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, +6017 993 3123
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Bijou Cafe
Bijou Cafe is a multipurpose space boasting a huge influx of natural light and cute furniture pieces, decorated in a way that is reminiscent of a funky loft apartment (owned by someone with impeccable taste).
Opening until midnight, this place is the perfect day-to-night spot, whether for a coffee, or a fun drink in the evenings. It’s never boring in Bijou, with live performances by artists and DJ sets, and many other fun pop ups.
Bijou Cafe, 1, Jalan PJU 1A/42A, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Shoraku Ramen
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Shoraku Ramen (Instagram: @shorakuramen_my)
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Perhaps not something you’d typically find in a hawker shop, Shoraku Ramen takes up substantial real estate in the lot serving up Japanese tonkotsu ramen, udon, aburasoba, donburi, and many more to come since their expansion.
Grab a comforting bowl in this airy location shaded with trees—a perfect choice for fuss-free, hearty ramen that’s also gentle on your wallet.
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Keandra's expertise lies within writing deep dives into the culture and anthropology of food, sometimes with a philosophical twist. With a background in London's F&B consultancy scene, she's excited to be back in Kuala Lumpur to champion the local dining scene.
Reach her at keandra.hing@tatlerasia.com, @keandruh
