Village Park Restaurant
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a seat here during breakfast and lunch, and especially on the weekend – with its immensely popular fragrant nasi lemak with crispy fried chicken, Village Park is a favourite for hearty Malay food with loyal customers and new diners often sharing tables to tuck into delicious food. Another highlight to go for is the nasi dagang with ikan tongkol – rice steamed in coconut milk served with mackerel fish curry.
5, Jalan SS21/37
Damansara Utama
Petaling Jaya
Tel: 03-7710 7860
Restoran Rebung Dato Chef Ismail
The brainchild of celebrity chef Dato’ Chef Ismail and astronaut Dr Sheikh Muszaphar, Restoran Rebung is where to go for authentic Malay fare cooked in traditional kampung styles. While there are à la carte options available, what you should go for are the lunch and dinner buffets, which are generous spreads of classic dishes from the various states of Malaysia. Remember to save space for dessert.
Level 5, Cascade Parking Bukit Aman
1, Jalan Tanglin
Perdana Botanical Gardens
Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2276 3535
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Ali, Muthu & Ah Hock
Food is as Malaysian as it gets at Ali, Muthu & Ah Hock. On the menu are classic Malaysian comfort food done right – nasi lemak with fried chicken, fried noodles, chicken rice, Nyonya laksa (noodles with a rich curry broth) and more – alongside favourite snacks and that classic Malaysian breakfast of toast and half-boiled eggs. Prices are affordable, and it can get crowded – so come early or be prepared to wait.
Outlets in Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur and Bangsar South
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Madam Kwan's
One of the great things about Madam Kwan’s is that you can find it in various shopping malls throughout Kuala Lumpur, meaning good Malaysian food is usually never too far away. Madam Kwan’s serves plenty of local favourites, which include its signature dish, the nasi bojari – tri-coloured rice served with various fixings like fried chicken, beef rendang and assam prawns. You also won’t go wrong with any of the desserts.
Various locations around Kuala Lumpur
www.madamkwans.com.my
Beta KL
Beta KL prides itself on its modern interpretations of Malaysian cuisine, with contemporary creations inspired by the country’s rich culinary heritage and classic dishes from the various states. The team proudly showcases traditional Malaysian flavours and ingredients (which are sourced locally) in exciting new ways, and if you’re looking for a great way to end the meal, get one of Beta KL’s inventive cocktails which also highlight local flavours.
163 Fraser Place
10, Jalan Perak
Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2181 2990
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