In Best Of 2014, I wrote about some of my top picks for the year, including places like Strangers At 47, A Pie Thing and Ohla Tapas, places which I've repeatedly visited after my first take.
Eating as usual - I have been too preoccupied in exploring new eateries, that I rarely revisit places that I've been to anymore. But now and then I do, provided if its for something that I'd really liked.
Hence, the list below encompassed mostly new eateries opened this year, with one or two at slightly over a year old. At this stage of writing, I still wouldn't know the survival strength of each, let's see how things turn out in years to come.
Did any of your favorites make it to this list? In no particular order, here we go.
To me, Japanese Restaurants have always been same old same old. Seeing sashimi being served on a rock or picking up ramen from a fishing pond. Great plating but taste wise, always similar if not the same.
Things are a little different at Manmaru Robatayaki however, combining different and modern elements on a plate. I think thats why I enjoyed my meal so much, it was interesting and exciting. Having said that, prices do not come cheap, be prepared to fork out an average of Rm80-100/person for a pleasurable meal here.
Read The Full Review On Manmaru Robatayaki Here.
Manmaru Robatayaki is located at:
Address: G-26, Atria Shopping Gallery, Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Phone: 03-7733-1038
Opening Hours: 10am - 10pm Daily.
In March, I first sampled and reviewed Busaba on this blog. Even then, I already knew that this restaurant would paved its way into this year end posting. Some may call it - love at first sight.
Busaba Thai at Sunway Resort Hotel opened earlier this year, alongside an existing branch at Bangsar Shopping Center. I think one of the main reasons I enjoyed my meal here so much - the gorgeous ambience. It is a mood lifter let me tell you. Food wise too, easily one of the better Thai restaurants I've been to in town.
Busaba Thai at Sunway Resort Hotel opened earlier this year, alongside an existing branch at Bangsar Shopping Center. I think one of the main reasons I enjoyed my meal here so much - the gorgeous ambience. It is a mood lifter let me tell you. Food wise too, easily one of the better Thai restaurants I've been to in town.
Busaba Thai is located at:
Address: Lobby Level, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor.
Phone: 03-5612 1033 / 03-5613 1031
Email: busabathai@seacuisine.com.my
Bakar takes pride in being one of the best contemporary barbecue restaurant in town. Everything is prepared over flames of charcoal fire, with modern elements cleverly arranged on a plate, alongside ingredients that you'd never thought would work so well together, experimental dishes if you may.
Though I didn't get to have much that evening, my feast was utterly satisfying. Not only was the core ingredient of each dish executed right, the side dishes also had a distinct flair to it, but more importantly, complimented the overall flavors well.
Read The Full Review On Bakar By Big Here.
Bakar is located at:
Address: 11B, Lorong Kurau, Taman Weng Lock, Bangsar 59000 Kuala Lumpur
Phone: T: +603 2280 0073 / +603 2282 3572
Opening Hours: Lunch 12:00pm - 3:00pm (Tuesday - Saturday), Dinner 6:00pm to 12:00am (Tuesday - Saturday), Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
In the past year or so, we saw the blossoming of new lobster restaurants, all attempting to make a clawing mark in the Klang Valley.
One of my favorites would be Steaks & Lobsters, which I've been to thrice and now recommend to my friends without hesitation. Like the name suggests, the restaurant would not only make a fantastic joint for lobsters but also cleverly cater to those who crave meat. If you're looking for a halal steak or lobster restaurant in KL or PJ, trust me, this place would do you great.
Read The Full Review On Steaks & Lobsters Here. (Part 1, Part 2)
Steaks & Lobsters is located at:
Address: 42, Jalan 24/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur.
Phone: 012-7437167
Opening Hours: 5pm - 12am Daily. Closed Monday.
Downstairs: Yellow Brick Road. Upstairs: Wicked Pancake Parlour. You'd get to enjoy your brunch downstairs, while still being able to order and have your pancakes delivered to you from upstairs, and vice versa.
I had one of the most gratifying breakfast here, marvelous french toast and fantastic pancakes. What more can you ask for? Tip: Steer clear of the flowers, the swarm of buzzing flies would put you off.
Read The Full Review Here (Yellow Brick Road & Wicked Pancake Parlour)
Yellow Brick Road & Wicked Pancake Parlour is located at:
Address: 8-7, Jalan Batai, Damansara Height, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone: 03-2035 5922
Opening Hours: 9am - 6pm Daily.
I have been to OlFactory Bulb numerous times, for the OFB signature blends - coffees, cocktails, smoothies, cool quenchers, cold pressed juices, organic teas, as well as the amazing toasted waffles.
For me, the best thing about this place would be the cozy lounge vibe. Shady corners, cushioned seats, wooden tables and spotlights, housed within a cozy black interior. I would've never expected a second floor coffee bar to look like this from the outside.
Read The Full Review On OlFactory Bulb Here.
Olfactory Bulb is located at:
Address: 15-2, Jalan PJU 5/13, Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya.
Phone: 03-61511108
Opening Hours: 5pm-12am Weekdays. 3pm-12am Weekends. Closed Monday.
For me, Ticket To Korea is one of the most underrated restaurant in this list. The food is fantastic - the location a setback - but the food is still fantastic.
Korean fusion cuisine is profoundly new in Malaysian shores. Not many, if not none. The food here is all about balancing of flavors and textures, yet incorporating clever touches of traditional Korean ingredients. The masterpiece of a young and hot korean female chef. Fighting Oni!
Read The Full Review On Ticket To Korea Here.
Ticket To Korea is located at:
Address: C-8-1, Block C, Setiawalk, Persiaran Wawasan, 47160 Puchong KL.
Phone: 017-610 1499
Opening Hours: 12pm - 3pm and 5pm - 11pm Daily. Closed Tuesday.
Must try: Matcha and Hojicha soft serve. Great flavors; Incredible textures.
Read The Full Review On PS Tokyo Here.
Address: 80, Jalan SS 2/60, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Location: Same row as CIMB Bank. Facing Island Cafe, which is on the same stretch as McDonalds.
Phone: +60 12-213 3706
Opening Hours: 12pm - 12am Daily. Closed Monday.
What I really liked about Blue Elephant: Great cocktail concoctions and the cinematic vibe. What I didn't quite liked about Blue Elephant: The amplified music volume which I felt was way too loud for a speakeasy lounge come bar.
Free cocktails on Ladies Night on Thursday, 9pm onwards.
Read The Full Review Blue Elephant Speakeasy Bar Here.
Blue Elephant is located at:
Address: 15M & 17M, Plaza damansara Medan setia 1 Bukit damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur.
Phone: 03-20117715
Opening Hours: 5pm - 2am Daily. 5pm - 3am Fridays & Saturdays.
This French restaurant is not new, clearly more than a year old. I'd blame my dwindling french food radar for not spotting this place earlier.
The menu here is extensive; the food affordable; the portion generous. If you're on the lookout for trying someplace new, this great French restaurant would do you well. I'd highly recommend.
Read The Full Review On Rendez-Vous Here.
Rendezvous is located at:
Address: 100, Lorong Maarof 59000 Bangsar Kuala Lumpur.
Phone: +603 2202 0206
Opening Hours: Lunch 12pm - 3pm Dinner 6pm - 12am Daily.
Hoped you enjoyed reading as much as I did writing.
If there're any other restaurants which you think are worthy of visiting and mentioning, drop me an email or leave a message in the comment box below. Thank you!
I have tried 4, 5, 7 and 8...looking for kaki for 1! =)
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