Kuala Lumpur's Top Restaurants For Delicious Food
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10 restaurants in Kuala Lumpur featured in a youtube post by STREET FOOD KING, verified on Google Maps: Sek Yuen Restaurant, Restoran Wong Mei Kee, Lai Foong Lala Noodles, Kuala Lumpur, and 7 more.
Sek Yuen Restaurant
Cantonese restaurant
4.1
Sek Yuen Restaurant is a traditional Chinese restaurant that has been in operation since 1948, making it a well-established culinary landmark in Kuala Lumpur. It serves classic Cantonese dishes in a nostalgic atmosphere. The interior of the restaurant makes you feel nostalgic. Roast duck is the signature dish here, renowned for its crispy skin and juicy meat. Another popular dish is Jelly Chicken, which, despite not being commonly seen in other restaurants, is a favorite here; however, it requires a two-day pre-order, though you might be able to get it without pre-ordering if you ask about its availability. Shark Fin Fried Egg with crab meat is also famous and popular, and it's healthier if wrapped in lettuce. The Yam Basket with sweet and sour pork is a crunchy yam basket filled with sweet and sour pork, offering a delicious combination. You can also enjoy Dry Wonton Noodles with marinated BBQ pork.
Restoran Wong Mei Kee
Restaurant
3.8
Wong Mei Kee is renowned for its exceptional roast pork, known as "Siew Yok". The restaurant also offers outstanding roasted chicken and char siew. The trio combination of roasted pork (Siew Yok), char siew, and roasted chicken is highly recommended, featuring generous portions and meticulously balanced flavors. Be sure to arrive early, as the restaurant operates for only 3 hours (from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM) and tends to have long waiting lines.
Lai Foong Lala Noodles, Kuala Lumpur
Chinese noodle restaurant
4.0
Lai Foong Lala Noodles is a Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurant known for its fresh clam (Lala) noodles, with two locations in the same area offering spacious seating. The Lala noodles are distinguished by a flavorful soup, which has aromatic Chinese yellow wine and a slight spiciness from ginger, perfectly matched with the tender clam meat. The Lala Noodles with big prawns is highly recommended, as the prawn makes the soup more tasty and matches well with the clams. The restaurant also offers online delivery services, allowing you to enjoy delicious noodles from the comfort of your own place.
Nam Heong Chicken Rice, Jalan Sultan
Chicken restaurant
4.3
Nam Heong Chicken Rice is a traditional Hainanese chicken rice restaurant established in 1938 by three immigrants from Hainan, China. It has been beloved by locals and tourists for over 80 years. The steamed chicken is a popular dish, perfectly boiled to be very tender with a light and delicate flavor. Their roasted chicken is juicy and has more intense flavor. Pork dishes are also famous, known for their crispy, crunchy skin and tender, juicy meat; the pork meat is flavorful with a perfect balance of fat and lean portions. The menu has recently expanded to include new dishes, so you can try both traditional and new styles of Hainanese cuisine. They also offer new favorite dishes with a spicy and savory experience for customers. Notably, Nam Heong Chicken Rice has received Bib Gourmand recognition from the Michelin Guide in both 2023 and 2024.
Hor Poh Cuisine Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
4.3
Hor Poh Cuisine is a Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurant renowned for its traditional Hakka dishes. Hakka cuisine is the cooking style of the Hakka people, originally from parts of Taiwan, and is a unique cooking style compared to other Asian cuisines. The "Lei Cha" dish, a Hakka staple, is well-known and features a base of rice topped with a variety of vegetables, peanuts, fried bean curd, and more, all brought together with a flavorful green tea soup, which is particularly noted for its rich and flavorful taste and is good for health. The chicken with honey sauce is also highly recommended, with the ginger in the sauce enhancing the flavor. The Hakka Stew Pork, soft and juicy with a slightly salty taste, is delicious when eaten with a steamed bun. The Hor Poh dumpling, another popular dish, contains dried tofu, garlic, and pickles in a thin skin. Other popular dishes include Sweet and Sour Pork with a yam basket, Shark Fin Fried Egg with crab meat, and Crispy Pipa Roasted Duck. The Yam basket is made of yam, and inside is the sweet and sour pork, making a good combination with crunchy yam and soft, juicy pork. The Shark Fin Fried Egg with crab meat can be wrapped in lettuce for a healthier option. The Crispy Pipa Roasted Duck is renowned for its crispy skin and juicy meat.
Sri Nirwana Maju Restaurant
Indian restaurant
4.1
Sri Nirwana Maju is a popular restaurant renowned for its traditional banana leaf rice, an originally South Indian meal. The dish features a large banana leaf serving as a plate, on which curry sauces and various vegetables and condiments are served. You can choose 3 types of curries: fish, chicken, and dhal (lentil curry), all of which are delicious and flavorful. Other popular dishes include Chicken Peratal Curry, Fried Chicken, Fried Squid, and Fried Mackerel. The chicken peratal curry is soft, and the chicken pairs well with the curry. The fried chicken is crispy and delicious, while the fried squid is chewy with a nice taste. The fried mackerel is well-fried and tastes good with a certain saltiness. It's open from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM, but expect long waiting lines around lunch and dinner time. If you're not familiar with spiciness, ask the staff for recommendations.
Heun Kee Claypot Chicken Rice • Taman Connaught
Chinese restaurant
4.1
Established in 1985, this Michelin-awarded restaurant is renowned for its charcoal-cooked claypot chicken rice. The dish features fragrant, smoky rice combined with tender chicken, Chinese sausage, and salted fish, highly praised by both locals and tourists. The chicken is moist and tender, the Chinese sausage is juicy and fatty, and the rice is crisp on the bottom yet fluffy. Other popular dishes include Vinegar Pork Knuckle, and Fried Chicken Wings. It is advisable to order the claypot first and enjoy appetizers while waiting, as it takes about 30 minutes to prepare.
Ah Hei Bak Kut Teh
Restaurant
4.3
Restoran Ah Hei Bak Kut Teh is a renowned establishment with over 30 years of tradition, famous for its rich herbal Bak Kut Teh soup. The broth is known for its deep herbal aroma, blended with 16 Chinese herbs, and is MSG-free. It's popular as a pork rib dish cooked in broth, featuring a mix of pork cuts including pork belly, organs, intestines, and stomach; you can exclude organs by request and opt for leaner or fattier cuts. The restaurant opens early, at 7:30 AM, so it's a good choice for breakfast or brunch. The braised pork belly is also popular, known for being juicy, fatty (but not too much), and a bit salty. The fried dough (Youtiao) is very soft and pairs well with the broth. They also offer various toppings for customization, like beancurd skin, meatballs, and enoki mushrooms.
Aliyaa
Sri lankan restaurant
4.4
Aliyaa is a popular Michelin-awarded restaurant known for its authentic Sri Lankan cuisine in Kuala Lumpur. "Aliyaa" means "Elephant" in Sri Lanka. The restaurant is especially famous for its crab dishes, offering a unique taste experience. A must-try is the Crab Curry, featuring fresh crab cooked in a rich and spicy curry sauce. They offer the 'Aliyaa Experience' for two people, which is a comprehensive meal including a variety of dishes such as Fish Sothi (fish coconut milk), Prawn Varuval (stir-fried prawn), Nethili Sambol (anchovy sambol), Brinjal Moju (eggplant moju), Mutton Curry, and Devil Chicken, served with Ghee (Butter) Rice, papadam, and chili. The staff are friendly and will offer recommendations for your preferences, especially regarding spice levels. For dessert, try the Sweet Appam, a traditional Sri Lankan pancake made with fermented rice flour batter and coconut milk. The ambiance is elegant and suitable for both casual and special occasions.
Congkak
Malaysian restaurant
4.0
Congkak Nusantara Cuisine is a Michelin-awarded restaurant that offers a delightful dining experience with its traditional Malaysian cuisine, seamlessly blending traditional flavors with a contemporary setting. Popular dishes include Rendang, Satay, Nasi Lemak, and Ayam Goreng, all known for their generous portions and satisfying taste. The Nasi Ambeng is a traditional Nusantara dish served with a smorgasbord of side dishes. The chicken curry is served with Nasi Ambeng, with a mild and flavorful curry that pairs well with chicken. Fried Dancing Fish is a popular and very fresh dish; staff will help you take the meat out. You can also try their refreshing Lemon Tea. Congkak provides an excellent opportunity to experience the rich culinary heritage of Malaysia.
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