#BUROEats: 13 New Restaurants, Cafés & Bars Around KL & PJ to Explore in June 2025
New bites ahead
Our guide to the must-know new restaurants, cafés, and bars around KL and PJ to check out this June 2025.
June has rolled around, so it’s time to give those foodie bucket lists a refresh with some new dining and drinking destinations to add! As usual, the KL and PJ dining scene has not disappointed with a slew of noteworthy additions opening their doors over the last few weeks. Don’t know where to start? Relax. The latest edition of #BUROEats is here to make sure you’re not wasting any time and only getting in the best new bites and sips that the city has to offer. Below, you’ll find our picks of the 13 most exciting new restaurants, cafés, and bars to land in KL and PJ that you should explore this June 2025.
Pssst! Arest Café and Tina’s Taqueria have both introduced new locations in The Exchange TRX and The Five @ KPD respectively, so make sure you keep them on your radar too!
1. KOKA IZAKAYA
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The city centre just got an izakaya-sized upgrade with the addition of Koka from the team behind Raijin Ramen. This new spot is located at REXKL UP, the latest lifestyle/culture hub to grace the neighbourhood. Stealing the spotlight on the pork-free menu is its selection of fresh-off-the-grill yakitori, which are charred to perfection and perfect for pairing with your highball or sour of choice. Those visiting during lunch hour can also get snacking on bites such as karaage. For something a little more substantial, you can lean on its donburi offerings, including a tendon that is stacked with crunchy favourites.
Address: 36, Jalan Hang Lekir, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpu
Opening hours: 12pm to 3.30pm & 5.30pm to 10pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
2. LAD & DAD
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Lad & Dad has landed in Wisma Cosway from Singapore, bringing with it all the British gastropub classics that we can’t get enough of. It is where the fish is crispy, the chippies are golden, the tartar is chunky, and the peas are perfectly mushy. Here, you can customise your plate to look and taste exactly how you like it. You have the choice between freshwater perch or Norwegian haddock, thick-cut or shoestring thin fires, classic or spicy tartar sauce, plus more.
Address: Lot G-30, Wisma Cosway, 88, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11.30am to 2.30pm & 5pm to 8pm (Monday to Saturday)
3. JHOL
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The flames of Bangkok’s Jhol have touched down in Kuala Lumpur! Led by decorated chef Hari Nayak, its cuisine is one of vibrance, spice, and aromatics. Everything on the menu is an elevated reflection of the chef’s South Indian upbringing and the coastal flavours he loves. For a sweeping look at its best offerings, the tasting menu is the way to go, complete with its signature Berhampur fried chicken and Alleppey fish curry. Otherwise, its a la carte will do the trick for large parties who want to sample as many dishes as possible.
Address: G-01, The Met Corporate Tower, Jalan Dutamas 2, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 11pm (daily)
Contact: +6012 502 4528
4. BOTANICAL ARTS SOCIETY
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Over at Yap Ah Shak House, Botanical Arts Society blooms as the building’s latest dining destination. The space doubles as an art gallery, so, naturally, its walls are aptly decorated with on-theme paintings by Tresyah Join. Its bright menu puts the focus on nature’s vibrant bounty, paying homage to our rainforests and terroir. You’ll spot dishes such as biftekia (Greek beef burgers) on a feta salad, cured salmon with dill on toast, and roasted pumpkin salad with portobello. .
Address: 3rd Floor, 17 Jalan Yap Ah Shak, 50300 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 6pm (Wednesday to Sunday)
5. 1MORE PIZZA
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The Taman Paramount neighbourhood has welcomed Brunei-born pizzeria, 1More Pizza. Diners can expect indulgent yet expertly crafted pizzas to fly out of their ovens, fresh to order, each with its own character. Pizza names here are just as imaginative as its toppings with the likes of Lucy In The Sky, Toast To Our Differences, Sweet Sensation, and Smoke On The Water lining its menu’s pages. The restaurant’s dough has achieved the perfect light-crispy-chewy balance, but what makes it truly special is its seasoning of Grana Padano, pecorino cheese, and Sarawakian black pepper.
Address: 34, Jalan 21/12, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 11am to 2.30pm & 4.30pm to 10pm (Wednesday to Monday)
6. BARRACA
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Barraca, little sister of Chinatown’s Barra, joins The Campus Ampang’s growing list of tenants as its resident Catalan tapas and paella specialist. Its bold interiors are matched by a menu that has no inhibitions when it comes to flavours. The menu spans a healthy spread of dishes from vegetable-forward plates to meat-heavy mains. Of course, being a Spanish restaurant, you can also expect a strong lineup of seafood-focused bites. Standouts include its Mediterranean baby squid with traditional garlic salsa, patatas bravas, duck paella, and grilled artichokes with cured beef.
Address: L1-08 The Campus Ampang, Jalan Kolam Air Lama, Mukim, Hulu Kelang, 68000 Ampang
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm
Contact: +6019 216 2559
7. DEAR, PATRICK
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Malaysians who grew up in the eighties to nineties have a very specific perception of what Western food is. This fouding family decided to build an entire restaurant out of said perception and dedicate it to their father who did the cooking during their childhood. At Dear, Patrick, you’ll get the likes of coney dogs, New Zealand lamb shoulder chops, sizzling chicken chop, and more on the menu. Beyond the heaping of nostalgia, it also offers some contemporary plates such as its Lava Fish Mentaiko rice bowl. Those who want to bring their furkids along are also welcome to take a seat in its outdoor space!
Address: 15, Jalan Damar 15/1, Bandar Sri Damansara, 52200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am to 10pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Contact: +6017 271 6648
8. DON OMAKASE
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If rice bowls are your thing, then direct your attention to Don Omakase in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail. The main characters on the menu should come as no surprise to you—just take a look at its name. There are over 40 rice bowls on its menu, so make sure to leave your indecision at the door when visiting! For what it’s worth, here are some that have already caught our eyes: Zuwai Kani Don, Aburi Engawa Don, 10 Ocean Don, Dragon Scampi Don, and 4 Empires Don. Sides and desserts aren’t forgotten either with a solid selection of each for you to supplement your meal with.
Address: No. 123, Jalan Aminuddin Baki, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am to 2.30pm & 5.30pm to 10pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Contact: +6014 318 4778
9. MONÉT ATELIER
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The Monét coffee domain has once again grown with the arrival of Monét Atelier in the Imbi area. Its space is charming, cosy, and easy to fall into for a midday break. Details we love include its mosaic tile floor, dark wood fixtures, raw cement bar, and more. All orders here should include your coffee of choice with more offerings to come later down the line.
Address: 62, Lorong 1/77a, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm (daily)
Contact: +6012 212 9612
10. KIS
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When in doubt, keep it simple! And that’s exactly what KIS (an abbreviation of the aforementioned mantra) aims to do. Pop by this airy pet-friendly café for your caffeine fix that won’t break the bank! Don’t let its easygoing price tags fool you either as the cuppas here are brewed with its very own high-quality beans from the world’s best coffee regions. The space is also home to its roastery, so you’ll also get to enjoy the unmistakable aromas of the roasting process while here.
Address: 26, Jalan Selera 1, Taman Bukit Indah, Happy Garden, 58200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8.30am to 4pm (weekdays) | 10am to 6pm (weekends) | closed on Wednesday
Contact: +6017 374 2198
11. KEFI KOHI
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If you’re in need of a break from it all, you’re not alone. Kefi Kohi is here to provide you with that little retreat. Formerly a roving coffee truck popping up at markets all over KL & PJ, the brand has finally opened its very first physical space, shared with HiraWare. Whether you’re there for some golden hour relaxation or a post-dinner kickback, this café has just the menu for you. Aside from coffee, there are also delightful bakes available including a fluffy shio pan and bright lemon cake.
Address: 44a, Jln 19/3, Seksyen 19, 46300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 11am to 10pm (Thursday to Monday)
Contact: +6011 2322 8963
12. CAFÉ DEAREST
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Just a hop, skip, and a jump away from The Exchange TRX is Café Dearest, an artisanal café dedicated to Japanese bakes. The menu spans all sorts of flaky, puffy, and soft treats—both sweet and savoury—from usagi sesame-cheese buns to fruity berry scones. Diners who are looking for something more sumptuous to line their stomachs with first can tuck into its comforting and nutritious sets. Its bright and expansive space is great for family days out, reunions with your besties, and lunch breaks with your favourite co-workers.
Address: 21 & 23 Jalan Kamuning, Off Jalan Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am to 8pm (daily)
Contact: +6019 286 3398
13. LAVANTHA
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Perhaps the buzziest bar opening of the year so far, Lavantha has opened its doors in the chic new Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown. Brought to you by the celebrated team behind Penrose KL, the bar is elegant, sleek, and dim, much like its older sister down the road. The unmistakable Jon Lee influence continues in its menu, as it is organised to a tee with four categories: tall, sharp, forward, and savoury. Whether you’re looking for something complex, umami, sweet, or simple, you’re bound to find your next favourite cocktail at this bar.
Address: Lower ground floor, Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown, 1, Jalan Hang Lekiu, Chinatown, 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 7pm to 1am (Wednesday to Sunday)
Contact: +6016 230 0905
For previous editions of #BUROEats, click here.
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