Newly Opened Restaurants & Cafés in KL This March 2024
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Newly Opened Restaurants and Coffee Shops in Kuala Lumpur This March 2024

Rusa cafe 1 Photo by Instagram/Rusa Cafe

Food lovers in Malaysia are in for a treat this year with the unveiling of some of the country’s finest restaurants and coffee shops. From a newly opened pickle diner offering delicious tasting menus to a smoothie store on the bustling road of Bukit Damansara catering to health-conscious individuals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. And if partying is your thing, don’t miss the flamingo-design-filled bar on Tun Razak Exchange. Want more? The Beat Asia has compiled the hottest food and drink spots in Malaysia you should visit this March!

Pickle Dining Opens in KL

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If French-inspired food is up your alley, you wouldn’t go wrong with Pickle Dining. This newly opened restaurant offers mouthwatering tasting menus, which include the crisp Truffle Pomme Dauphine, the earthy Angus Grain Fed Tartare, the tender Grilled Sirloin, the nutty Sunchoke Espuma, and more. Sweets such as the velvety Milk Chocolate Mousse and the soft Cinnamon Doughnut are also on offer. The Feed Me Menu is priced at RM180 per person, while the Feed Me Vegetarian Menu is at RM160 per person. Follow Pickle Dining on Instagram for more information.

Location: Pickle Dining, 23, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Murray’s Smoothies

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It’s no secret that smoothies are a good way to incorporate a variety of fruits and veggies into your diet. Whether you prefer a refreshing fruit blend or a green smoothie packed with leafy greens, you’ll find a wide variety of choices to suit your taste at Murray’s Smoothies. This newly opened store sells single-based smoothies, including Avocado, Banana, Melon, and Strawberry, to name a few. Check out Murray’s Smoothies’ Instagram account for more details.

Location: Murray’s Smoothies, Block A, Plaza Zurich, 12, Jalan Gelenggang, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tipsy Flamingo

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Whether you’re planning to throw a birthday bash, an engagement party for your fiancé, or an intimate dinner date with your bae, Tipsy Flamingo is the place to be. This new hangout spot features ‘80s-inspired interiors that will take you to Madonna and Cyndi Lauper’s prime years in no time. For starters, order the refreshing Violetta’s Gin Spot, a cocktail that will get you the right amount of tipsiness you need. If you’re a major foodie, you’ll be delighted to know that Tipsy Flamingo has an ongoing promo where you can eat two main course dishes for the price of one. Click here for more information.

Location: Tipsy Flamingo, Tun Razak Exchange Unit L2T, 55188 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Warung Eropa

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No need to fly to Bali in Indonesia as Warung Eropa has finally opened a branch in Kuala Lumpur. If you’re planning to dine in, expect to munch on meals that will tickle your taste buds. Kickstart your dining experience on a high note by ordering the Bebek Goreng Bali Set, featuring fried duck stuffed with traditional Indonesian spices. If you prefer chicken over duck, get the Ayam Goreng Kremes Set. Craving noodles? Make sure to try the savoury Mie Goreng stir-fried noodles with egg on top.

Location: Warung Eropa, Lv.2 Dinner Terrace, 106, Lingkaran TRX, Imbi, 55188 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Rusa Cafe

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There’s always a gratifying feeling every time we discover a new cafe spot, especially if you’re a hardcore coffee lover. Rusa Cafe, a newly opened coffee shop in Selangor, will surely be a new coffee hotspot for millennials and Gen Z. If it’s your first time, order the classic Espresso (RM10) or the creamy Latte (starts at RM13). If you want to try something new, get the earthy Matcha Affogato (RM12) or the nutty Hojicha Latte (starts at RM14). If you prefer tea over coffee, you can choose options such as the calming Chamomile (RM21), the citrusy Earl Grey (starts at RM5), or the bold English Breakfast (starts at RM5).

Location: Rusa Cafe, 18, Jln TPP 1/19, Taman Industri Pusat Bandar Puchong, 47100 Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia

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A Limited Time Only 'My Hero Academia'-Themed Café is Opening Soon
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Plus Ultra! 

Anime fans in Malaysia would be delighted to know that a “My Hero Academia” collaboration café is opening at the LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC) this May 10, 2025

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Running from May 10 to July 6, 2025, the Japanese shōnen anime is collaborating with anime-themed café Doko Koko at Lalaport BBCC. Known for their past collaborations with Chinese otome game “Love and Deepspace,” Chinese donghuaHeaven’s Official Blessing,” and Virtual Youtuber Project “NIJISANJI EN,” the experience will surely be a blast for local anime fans! 

Doko Koko will be transformed into a space reminiscent of U.A. High School, with a themed menu to boot! Fans can get a taste of mains like “Deku’s One For All Pasta,” “Explosion Potato Cheese Ball,” “Half-Cold Half-Hot Udon,” “Hardening Fried Chicken Burger,” desserts like “Earphone Jack Bingsu,” “Zero Gravity Strawberry Parfait,” and refreshing drinks such as “Smash Green Latte,” “Booom Tea Blaze,” “Whooosh Sparkler,” and “Swip Matcha.” 

Every order of a drink will come with a free character-themed coaster that fans can bring home! 

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Plus, a “My Hero Academia” shop will be right beside the café, selling all kinds of merch and products! Acrylic stands, plush badges, keychains, character cups, towels, stickers, and so much more will be available at the store! Priced from RM10 to RM79, so it’s definitely budget-friendly! 

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And if you’re a “My Hero Academia” fan, then all of these should be on your must-collect list. 

Don’t miss out on this special collab event! Head on over to Doko Koko Café from May 10 to July 6 to try out the special menu and get new merch for your collection! 

Follow Doko Koko Café on Instagram for more information and updates! 

Location: Doko Koko Café, Lalaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (BBCC), 2 Jalan Hang Tuah 55200 Kuala Lumpur

Dates: May 10 to July 6, 2025

Opening Hours: 10 AM to 10 PM, Daily 

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Popular Thai Beef Noodle Joint Mama Lek Finally Reopens in Kuala Lumpur
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Mama Lek, everyone’s favorite family-run Thai beef noodle stall in Setapak, has finally reopened as a full restaurant in Wisma Cosway, Kuala Lumpur!

This followed a six-month hiatus starting October 2024, when the business first announced their temporary closure and relocation. 

Helmed by a Thai-Malaysian woman from Isaan and her family, Mama Lek is renowned for their excellent and soul-soothing Thai beef noodles. The Thai beef noodle bowl is a storied product of the owner’s grit, resilience, love, and the flavors of home, first beginning as a hawker stall in Kelantan, before moving to Setapak. 

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Made with a slow-brewed broth and packed with tender beef and bold flavors, the Thai beef noodle bowl became widely popular among customers and visitors, leading the hawker stall to be recognized with a Thai SELECT Award by the Malaysian Office of Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) in 2024

Mama Lek has fully reopened as a restaurant located in Wisma Cosway, Kuala Lumpur, where they still continue to serve their popular Thai beef noodles along with more options: Beef Ball Noodles (RM16.90), Braised Beef and Balls (RM23.90), Fresh Beef and Balls (RM21.50), Beef Tripe and Tendon (RM25.80), and their Signature Beef Mix (RM33.50). Tom Yum Noodle Bowls and Chicken Noodle Soup are also available

If you’re looking for a beef noodle place with authentic Thai tastes, then Mama Lek is the place to be! 

Follow Mama Lek on their Facebook and Instagram pages for more updates!

Location: Mama Lek, G-37, Wisma Cosway, Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 11 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Saturday

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KL Cocktail Week 2025 Is Happening From Apr. 22 to 27
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Kuala Lumpur is about to get shaken, stirred, and spirited. After much anticipation, KL Cocktail Week 2025 has unveiled their Event Calendar, with details of the international guest shifts, cocktail pairing dinners, and seminars taking place over six days from Apr. 22 to 27, 2025, with a kick-off party on Apr. 20.

Whether you're a casual sipper or cocktail connoisseur, this celebration is set to be the toast of the town. Expect world-class mixology and high-energy parties, with over 27 international bars flying in to take part.

This year's edition will take place in five zones, including Bangsar, Damansara Heights, PJ/TTDI, and Kuala Lumpur City Center, with dinners and guest shifts unfolding in a different neighborhood each day.

The festivities kick off with a bang on Apr. 20 at Pickle Park @ Flour, Fire & Stone with an all-star Opening Party and Pickleball Tournament.

Featuring a mixed bag of 28 public + 28 industry players and drinks by local legends Bar Trigona, Penrose, Reka:Bar, and Three x Co, this opening party will set the tone for a week of flavor-packed adventures.  

Expect legendary matchups like Astor Bar x Mahaniyom from Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur's Reka:Bar x Gokan from Hong Kong, and Frank’s Bar x Bar.Flora from the Philippines. 

You can see the full schedule here: 

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Midweek, the action hits a fever pitch with the KLCW Festival Village at Sentul Depot (Apr. 26), transforming the iconic space into a boozy wonderland of over 30 renowned brands, craft cocktails, games, and performances. It’s the only day where everyone — bartenders, brands, and fans — comes together under one roof.

Beyond the drinks, KL Cocktail Week will dive deep into the culture of cocktails and host insightful seminars on industry secrets, such as "The Art of Hospitality" by Philip Bischoff of Bangkok’s BKK Social Club, and "Breaking The Paycheck-To-Paycheck Cycle by Peter Yong, the founder of Mr. Money TV.

Tickets to the Festival Village are priced at RM100 per person. The entry ticket is inclusive of 2 cocktails worth RM80, and additional tokens can be purchased for cocktails, which range from RM35 to RM55. Tickets for the Festival Village are on sale now here.

More details are flowing in soon on their website, or on Instagram and Facebook.

Main Location: KLCW Festival Village, Sentul Depot, Warehouse One Jalan Strachan, Sentul West, 51100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: On Apr. 26, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 11:30 PM 

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Japan’s Cutest Cats in Costumes is Launching a Collaboration with Tealive
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If you’re a mofusand fan, you need to run to your nearest Tealive right now. 

Bubble tea chain Tealive has teamed up with Japan’s cutest cosplaying cats, mofusand, for a new lineup of chocolate and brownie-themed drinks! 

Dropped last Mar. 26, 2025, the newest collaboration sees the mofusand cats decorating the purple cups of Tealive’s newest drink series, the purr-fectly fudgy Tealive Loves mofusand Series.

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The series includes three rich and chocolatey drinks: the Coco Brownie Smoothie (RM10.90), Coco Berry Brownie Smoothie (RM10.90), and the Coco Brownie Kaw (RM8.90)! The cup’s design varies per size, with a posing chubby ginger cat with a shark costume for the medium size, and a waving, drink-sipping calico cat on the large one. 

And that’s not all – Tealive is also giving out mofusand sticker sheets when you purchase two drinks – one from the mofusand series and any other drink from the menu. There are four sticker sheet designs to collect, each with a special promo for you to unlock, and it even has a secret version!

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The series also includes a Cheese Garlic Butter snacks series, with popcorn chicken and fries, packaged with a mofusand cat in a chef’s uniform on the front. A mofusand Glass Cup is also available to purchase exclusively on Tealive’s TikTok Shop for RM49.90

Don’t miss out on this chance to try out Tealive’s purr-fect collaboration with mofusand! Follow Tealive on their Facebook and Instagram pages! Find out more about the mofusand collab on Tealive’s website

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Try the ‘Secret Sauce’ Dining Experience at Yun House Four Seasons Hotel KL
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With a plate full of stories to tell, the Michelin-selected Cantonese restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is introducing a new dining experience that beautifully narrates the country’s agricultural abundance.

From Apr. 7 to May 31, feast on stories from Malaysia’s farms, jungles, and coastal waters at Yun House as they serve you their “Secret Sauce” menu where Cantonese recipes are given new life with a Malaysia twist, bringing a fresh vibrancy to fine dining. 

Executive Chinese Chef Jimmy Wong and his team are working closely with regional cultivators and have tracked down the best local ingredients in order to craft their latest menu. 

“We are thrilled to connect our guests with the traditions of farmers and fishermen across the country, from Cameron Highlands to Sabah. Our team has taken great care to procure several sustainable and seasonal ingredients, meaning guests can experience the truly authentic flavors of Malaysia,” shared Chef Jimmy.

A Taste of Malaysia: The Secret Sauce Dining Experience

The menu highlights Malaysia’s bountiful resources, as well as the knowledge and passion of local communities who work tirelessly to procure sustainable and delectable ingredients. 

You’ll be able to taste it in the Borneo Crab Claw Soup, which is served in a young coconut. These crabs are often found in mudflats and mangroves along Sabah and Sarawak, and are known for their large and meaty claws. Yun House worked with local fishermen who use low-impact methods and follow a seasonal fishing calendar which helps maintain a healthy crab population. This dish marries the sweetness of the crab meat with naturally cultivated coconut, lemongrass, and ginger. 

If you want something bold, try the Wok-Fried Ladies’ Fingers or Sweet Potato Leaves in Malaysian Sambal Belacan. The ladies’ fingers (a.k.a. okra) were harvested from small organic farms in Pahang and Perak, while the sweet potato leaves came from Cameron Highlands and are smoother and more delicate than their low-altitude counterparts. Both vegetables are paired with a spicy sambal sauce and the umami of sun-dried shrimp, creating a bold fusion for your palette. 

Borneo Crab Claw Soup
Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Wok-Fried Ladies’ Fingers
Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Another highlight on the menu is the Clams with Aromatic Kam Heong Sauce, a well-known Malaysian delicacy that features clams packed with an umami flavor. The main ingredient, caught fresh from Penang and Johor,  was harvested at low tide and carefully purged to bring out its exquisite flavors. 

The sustainable journey continues with dishes such as the Steamed Dragon Grouper and the Shrimp with Salted Egg Yolk, which showcases a variety of homegrown ingredients and local culinary techniques. 

The Dragon Grouper was sourced from Sabah's fish farms, and is raised using low-density aquaculture methods that reduce water pollution. These farms also prioritize feeding the fish with natural sources instead of artificial ones, which ensures its pure and clean taste — ideal for a steamed dish. 

On the other hand, the King prawns for the shrimp dish are sourced from Malaysia’s tropical and subtropical coastal waters and carefully cultivated to maintain their premium quality and freshness, making them the perfect centerpiece for the dish. After being battered and fried, it’s then coated in a salted egg yolk sauce, giving diners a thrilling balance of crunchiness and creaminess. The dish also includes some crispy vegetables, elevating the entire experience. It’s salty, crispy, and creamy in every bite! 

Clams with Aromatic Kam Heong Sauce
Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Steamed Dragon Grouper
Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Don’t miss this tasteful journey that fuses sustainability, freshness, and technique while featuring the true essence of local flavors reinvented through contemporary recipes. Guests can choose from an a la carte menu or a four-course set menu. For reservations, you may contact +60 3 2382 8602 or email [email protected].

Follow Yun House on Instagram for more delectable updates.

Location: Yun House, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 145 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 50450 

Operation Hours: Open for Lunch, 12 NN to 3 PM (Mon to Sat) and 11 AM to 4 PM (Sun), and Dinner, 6 PM to 10 PM (Mon to Sat)

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CHARR Dining Ignites Kuala Lumpur with Wood-Fired Grill Fusion
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Fire has always been a kitchen game-changer, capable of transforming the simplest ingredients into something extraordinary. Now that CHARR Dining has opened at The Manor, this age-old craft is reimagined, blending Western wood-fire grilling with Cantonese wok hei,” where flames don’t just cook but infuse each dish with depth, smokiness, and character.

Helmed by Chef Leong, who says he wants each dish to be able to tell a story, CHARR’s menu is a bold fusion of fire-kissed ingredients that are caramelized to perfection.

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Expect inventive takes on wood-fired cuisine, such as Pommes Anna with Herbs Crema & Smoked Trout Roe, an innovative blend of textures and flavors, Burnt Onion with Smoked Stracciatella & Chimichurri, which offers a perfect mix of smokiness and freshness, and the punchy CHARR White Corn with Fermented Jalapeño, CHARR Spice & Parmigiano Reggiano.

Seafood lovers can savor Seasonal Fish with Singapore Laksa, while spice seekers will appreciate the punchy Chicken Wings with Pad Kra Pao & Fermented Hot Sauce.  

A highlight is the Foie Gras, served on brioche with pandan kaya, egg jam, and soy salt, blending traditional and modern flavors. 

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To complement the fire-driven menu, CHARR’s beverage program offers a curated selection of handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and locally brewed craft beers. Standouts include the tropical-inspired Pina Taka, the CHARRED Sour, and Melaka’s very own Fat Boy Craft Beer.

For those planning a visit, CHARR upholds a refined dining experience with a smart-casual dress code — shorts and slippers are a no-go.

Location: CHARR Dining, 47-3A, The Manor, 3, Persiaran Stonor, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours: Wednesdays to Sundays from 6 PM to 11 PM 

For more information, visit CHARR Dining on Instagram or Facebook

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Savor Malay Cuisine this Ramadan with Citarasa Malaya Buffet at CHOW Kit
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As Ramadan approaches, CHOW Kit Kitchen and Bar from CHOW Kit an Ormond Hotel in Kuala Lumpur are whisking diners back to the golden era of Malaya with its exclusive Citarasa Malaya buffet

A heartfelt celebration of Malay culinary heritage, Citarasa Malaya buffet runs from Mar. 5 to 27, 2025, offering a spread that feels like a warm hug from home and a joyful trip down memory lane.

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The buffet is a treasure trove of traditional delights with bold, aromatic, and diverse flavors. Start with classics like Ulam-Ulam, Bergedil, and Serunding, then dive into hearty mains such as Crispy Siakap Berlada, creamy Rendang Minang, and flavorful Ayam Percik Madu. Save room for dessert, though, because you won’t want to miss the Kuih-Muih, Pulut Hitam, and Pengat Pisang.  

Those visiting on a Friday or Saturday can try their live carving stations, which serve up juicy roast lamb and chicken alongside steaming pots of Pengat Pisang, Bubur Kacang Hijau, and Bubur Pulut Hitam. At RM150++ per person (Sunday to Thursday) and RM180++ (Friday and Saturday), this buffet is a steal for anyone craving an authentic taste of Malaysia.

For more information, visit The Chow Kit on their website, or on Instagram and Facebook

Location: 1012 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Chow Kit Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Opening Hours: Daily from 7 AM to 10:30 PM 

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