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#BuroEats: 7 New cafes and restaurants in KL to visit for February 2020

01.02.2020

By Ronn Tan

#BuroEats: 7 New cafes and restaurants in KL to visit for February 2020

1. Sushi Kazu, Bukit Damansara

Sushi Kazu

Meet the newest omakase joint in town. Helmed by Master Chef Norikazu Shibata (with 36 years of culinary experience), you will notice the establishment’s intentionally stripped-back aesthetics. This is to showcase Chef Norikazu Shibata’s back-to-basic ethos. He specialises in Edomae sushi—a culinary art form used to highlight the season’s best ingredients. Available for lunch and dinner, dishes to feast on include Ikameshi (squid stuffed with rice), Mini Bara Chirashi (rice bowl with tamago, ikura, and cuts of seasonal sashimi), Chutoro Nigiri Sushi (medium fatty tuna), and Akagai Nigiri Sushi (ark shell). If you enjoy Japanese whiskies and cocktails, head over to Bā after your meal—on the other side of the elegant, oval-shaped counter.

Address: Lot 8-A, Plaza Batai, Bukit Damansara

Opening Hours: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm (Daily except Monday)

Contact: 03 7490 2208

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2. Da Bao, Petaling Street

Da Bao KL

This is the spot for fans of all things bun. Da Bao serves steamed buns stuffed with interesting ingredients; definitely not your average baos. There is the sake-braised pork belly with lemongrass, roasted peanuts, and pork lard as well as spiced rendang mutton with jackfruit, pickled bunga kantan, and fried garlic. You should also try the matcha bao—green tea ice cream and fried buns. To look for Da Bao, all you have to do is spot the red neon sign on the shop’s window.

Address: 145, Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 12pm – Late (Tuesday – Friday), 11am – Late (Saturday and Sunday)

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3. The H. Temptation, Petaling Jaya

The H. Temptation

This new cafe specialises in healthy fare. If you are wondering, yes—the “H” stands for healthy. Similar to many of the recent cafe openings in the city, The H. Temptation is a green oasis; with leafy plants adorning both the exterior and interior of the place. The philosophy here is simple: to prepare less sinful indulgences of known dishes. You will find signature items such as Seafood Aglio Oglio, Herbal Dan Gui and Wolfberries Chicken, and Pan-seared Salmon Miso Soup. The nasi lemak here—coined Nasi X Lemak—comes with brown rice cooked with coconut oil and infused with blue pea flower. Vegetarian options are available too.

Address: Lot 3A-1, Level 1, Symphony Square, Jalan Professor Khoo Khay Khim, Petaling Jaya

Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm (Monday – Sunday)

Contact: 03 7932 3201

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4. Apollo Dining, Bangsar

Apollo Dining

It isn’t very often that we have a restaurant which excels both in its design and cuisine. Therefore, Apollo’s debut in Kuala Lumpur’s dining scene is one to celebrate. The restaurant combines a contemporary take on its food offerings with stunning aesthetics. Dishes to try include Chilli Crab Squid Ink Aglio Oglio, Braised Beef Short Ribs with curry and watercress, Duck Risotto with goji, mushroom, and cheese, as well as Lobster and Tiger Prawn Dumplings. Side note: Apollo is serving dishes from the Chinese New Year menu until 8 February so follow them to find out more about future offerings.

Address: 28, Jalan Kemuja, Bangsar

Opening Hours: 11am – 11pm (Tuesday – Thursday), 11am – 12am (Friday – Sunday), Close on Monday

Contact: 03 2201 7565

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5. 108 Matcha Saro, KLCC

108 Matcha Saro

Oh, for the love of matcha! This dessert shop originated from Asahikawa, Hokkaido and is finally here in Malaysia. The base of all the offerings is on selective Kyoto Uji Matcha; which will then be mixed with other ingredients. Opt for the matcha parfait—with matcha jelly, matcha syrup, white mochi, and matcha warabi mochi. You can also try the matcha-flavoured obanyaki—with red bean paste. Fun Fact: 108 Matcha Saro uses red beans from Pingtung in Taiwan. Of course, you will be able to indulge in matcha-based drinks too!

Address: Lot 251, Level 2, Suria KLCC

Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm

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6. Jēn, Cheras

Jēn Cafe

Minimally-designed with white walls and neutral-coloured furniture, Jēn is one for the books. In addition to the ample amount of zen you will be getting here, this cafe is where one should go for simple but scrumptious comfort food. Feast on their crispy breaded chicken with Japanese curry, Korean BBQ Chicken BaoNasi Lemak Rendang with chicken, and pastries.

Address: 6-1, Jalan Manis 3, Taman Segar, Cheras

Opening Hours: 11am – 8pm (Tuesday – Sunday), Close on Monday

Contact: 03 9134 8978

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7. Roti & Kopi House, Damansara Uptown

Describing this establishment as beautiful would be an understatement. A newcomer to the dining scene in the area, Roti & Kopi House aims to stand out by serving modern versions of local specialties. One example would be Roti Tiger (wholemeal toast with cheese). Other options to explore are Rendang Beef Toast and Nasi Lemak Toast. The restaurant is really Instagrammable too—with its smart usage of wood elements in it designs as well as the floral galore at the entrance. In addition to traditional Malaysian snacks such as onde-onde, kuih lapis, and ketayap, you can also get specialty white coffee in the form of dark roasted Liberica Jeans from Johor.

Address: 101C, Level 1, Tower C, Damansara Uptown, Petaling Jaya

Opening Hours: 7am – 7pm (Monday – Friday), 8am – 8pm (Saturday – Sunday)

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For January 2020’s list of new cafes and restaurants, click here.

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