From fine dining and rooftop bars to local hidden gems and authentic street food – discover the best places to eat, drink and indulge in Kuala Lumpur.
MichelinMalaysianDewakanDewakan, "god" and "food" in Malay, is a contemporary statement on the bounty this land carries. The atmosphere is designed to build a meaningful link with the people and culture represented in every ingredient. Chef Darren Teoh writes a menu that is at once innovative and respectful of the region's culinary heritage.Naza Tower Persiaran, KLCC 50088 Kuala Lumpur
MichelinMalaysianBetaBeta offers the discerning diner an engaging way to taste Malaysia's rich culinary heritage with a layer of refinement. The chef rethinks beloved dishes from across the country, often introducing modern techniques and finishing with suan sauce. Start in the lounge for cocktails and small plates, then move to the theatrically lit dining room with its open kitchen.50450, Malaysia
MalaysianDancing FishDancing Fish serves classic Malay-Indian dishes with a strong local accent. The signature "Dancing Fish" is fried whole, tender flesh inside a crisp shell. Sambal aromatics and spiced sauces, paired with the kitchen's many side dishes, reveal the breadth of a classic cuisine rooted in local culture.59000, Malaysia
MalaysianBijan Bar & RestaurantBijan, decorated in a modernist register, serves traditional Malay cuisine with pronounced Asian accents. In short: elegant, comfortable, and spacious.Bukit Ceylon, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
ChineseYUN HouseRefined Cantonese cuisine in a striking dining room filled with natural light and kaleidoscopic views, the right place to enjoy Asian culture in its full register. Hong-Kong-born chef Jimmy Wong honed his craft across Asia and leads the kitchen at YUN House.Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
ChineseGrand Imperial RestaurantOne of Malaysia's most respected Chinese restaurant chains, presenting Chinese culinary art prepared with the splendour and extravagance befitting a royal palette.168 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
IndianNadodiAt Nadodi, the cuisine of South India and Sri Lanka takes its rightful place on the global culinary stage. The tasting menu, conceived as a tribute to the first settlers of Malaysia and the wider region, presents traditional dishes reinterpreted to preserve the authentic but plural flavour and richness of the South-Indian sub-continent.Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
IndianBombay PalaceThe world's largest North-Indian restaurant chain, operating across the US, Canada, the UK, India and Malaysia. Bombay Palace serves North-Indian cuisine with the rich culinary heritage that has developed across India for centuries.20 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
MichelinThaiChim by Chef NoomThai cuisine from chef Noom, who brings bright flavours and contemporary technique to every dish. The kitchen is known for its use of fresh, local ingredients and refined presentation.55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ThaiTamarind SpringsBuilt in the language of a traditional Thai house and decorated with stone statuary and traditional paintings, Tamarind Springs radiates Asian elegance, and creates a sense of being entirely away from Kuala Lumpur.68000 Ampang, Selangor
ThaiRama VRama V opened two decades ago as the first fine-dining Thai restaurant in Kuala Lumpur, where Thai tradition meets contemporary elegance. The kitchen prepares traditional and modern Thai dishes, as much a celebration for the eye as for the palate.Jalan U Thant, 55000 Kuala Lumpur
JapaneseUshiA chef with decades of work at top-tier restaurants. The kitchen runs an omakase-kaiseki programme in which Ozaki wagyu, the very definition of tender marbled beef, is central. Highlights include beef sashimi with sea urchin, finished over binchotan to bring out the natural flavour. A wide sake list, served in beautiful stemware.Jalan U Thant, 55000 Kuala LumpurLearn local recipes from expert chefs
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Make reservations in advance — Michelin rooms and Marini's on 57 need 7–10 days' notice
Rooftop bars are best enjoyed at sunset
Try local dishes like Nasi Lemak and Char Kway Teow
Many places offer private dining rooms for events, from 6 up to 30 covers
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