#BUROEats: 15 New Restaurants, Cafés & Bars Around KL & PJ to Dine At in March 2026
Marchin' through!
We introduce you to the must-know new restaurants, cafés, and bars to check out around KL and PJ this March 2026, including Tobon Izakaya and Apartment 80.
It seems March has arrived at the speed of lightning. We’ve sped through Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year and the beginning of Ramadan all in the span of 28 days and here we are, already at the third month of the year. Just as you’ve been heading around for house visits and Raya shopping, we hope you’ve been able to squeeze in some good eats! To guide you through this month’s munching, here is the March 2026 edition of #BUROEats, complete with all the must-know restaurants, cafés, and bars that have recently joined the scene.
1. FRANCOBOLLI PASTA
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Wisma Cosway has seen somewhat of a Renaissance lately, housing a number of the city’s up-and-coming eateries. This month, it welcomes Francobolli Pasta, a cosy eatery where you can scratch your itch for fresh, handmade pasta at. They started out supplying restaurants with their creations and now serve their own plates. Don’t know where to start? Go for its linguine with anchovy butter for a simple and savoury treat or its Mafalda and Wagyu beef mafalda for something a little more indulgent.
Address: Lot 1.25, 88, Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday – 11am to 3pm
2. TOBON IZAKAYA
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Keep your palate curious and happy simultaneously at Tobon Izakaya. Brought to you by the team behind Chipta 11a, you can expect punchy sauces, audacious flavour combinations, and all-around satisfaction. Stars on the menu include the signature Wagyu claypot rice with kulim sabayon, ulam, and doubanjiang beef fat butter; grilled tiger prawns with garlic-scallion sauce; and its selection of grilled skewers.
Address: 5, Jalan 20/16, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday – 12pm to 2.30pm & 6pm to 10pm | Sunday & Tuesday – 6pm to 10pm
Contact: +6011 3992 7269
3. APARTMENT 80
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Perched on the rooftop of the storied REXKL, Apartment 80 takes its position as the buiding’s resident dessert expert. Made for laidback hangouts with a sweet undertone, the space is rugged yet relaxed and feels like the living room of a close friend. It’s running on a soft launch basis for the rest of the month as it gets its creases ironed. On its eight-item menu, you’ll find unorthodox plates such as a fig tart with lime curd, French toast with pandan cream, and hojicha “tea-ramisu”.
Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday – 12pm to 10pm
4. SAL’S
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At Sal’s, sandwiches are an all-day thing. With a healthy selection of stacks, customisable with your choice of bread, its menu is, well, stacked with options for a hearty meal whether you’re swinging by for breakfast or making a pitstop for an early dinner. Also on the menu are matcha drinks and desserts by sister brand Softe.
Address: Ground floor, Ilham Tower, 8, Jalan Binjai, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday – 8am to 6.30pm
Contact: +6012 694 9114
5. BLUE HOUR
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Built on the homey Japanese flavours that the owners fell in love with during their time studying in Tokyo, Blue Hour aims to bring you comfort within their bowls. The main character on the menu is its abura soba, a dish near and dear to the couple. Even after returning to home grounds, they couldn’t seem to forget the flavours that carried them through cold winter nights and beyond. At Blue Hour, you’ll get a taste of this sentimental dish and other simple dishes that will always hit the spot.
Address: 97, 1st Floor, Jalan SS 2/6, 47300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: Monday – 8pm to 12am | Thursday & Friday – 7.30pm to 12am | Saturday & Sunday – 6pm to 12am
Contact: Send a DM on Instagram to secure your seat.
6. PENKO SUSHI & GRILL IZAKAYA
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Another izakaya on this list, Penko provides the quintessential izakaya experience with grills and rolls. Located in Medan Pasar, the restaurant comes from the group responsible for cult favourite Kappa Kaisen Izakaya in Bukit Damansara and Sushinosuke. You’re sure to get your fill of perfectly charred skewers, hearty rice bowls, sushi tacos, and so much more.
Address: Lot 11 & 15, Level 1, Medan Pasar, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily – 5pm to 11.30pm
Contact: +6012 815 5504
7. LAYNA BAKERY
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The Kota Damansara neighbourhood welcomes a new spot for flaky bakes and fresh brews with the opening of Layna Bakery. Its display features pastries such as coffee caramel buns, truffle shiopan, crispy chicken and portobello mushroom turnovers, and more. Run by a first-time café owner, things move at a leisurely pace here, ideal for those who want to enjoy a little pause in their days. Its bar seating by the windows will serve bookworms especially well with sunlight pouring in. Plus, the front patio is pet-friendly, so you don’t have to leave your furkid at home.
Address: 26-1, Jalan PJU 5/5, Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: Daily – 9am to 5pm
8. BANGERS
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Diner food has a distinct character, known to be bold, casual, and comforting. At Bangers, you’ll get plates that hit all the right boxes and then some. Unsurprisingly, the main act here is its bangers and mash as well as its selection of burgers, inclusive of fish, chicken, beef, and lamb options. It’s also got crispy fried chicken and an army of sides to keep you well-fed.
Address: 77, Ara Permata, Jalan PJU 1a/42, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday – 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 10pm | Friday to Sunday – 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 11pm
9. BUTTERFLY FLORIST
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Tucked at the rear end of The Gasket Alley is Butterfly Florist, the passion project of local sweetheart Daiyan Trisha. It’s all about blooms and brews here, as the space invites you to build your own bouquet while sipping on your favourite cuppa.
Address: Lot 15, The Gasket Alley, 13, Jln 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: Wednesday to Monday – 10am to 6pm
Contact: +6011 2301 4288
10. PELÍŠKY
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Pelíšky arrives at GMBB as a snug little respite from the hubbub of city life. Here, you’ll find couches to go with your coffee and mirrors for your matcha selfies. Named after the Czech word for “cosy space”, this new opening aims to be a safe haven for one and all, who seek the warmth of community and connections.
Address: Lot M-6, Mezzanine Floor, GMBB, 2, Jalan Robertson, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday | 4pm to 12am (Subject to change)
Contact: +6011 2831 7671
11. STEREO-TYPE
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Bring your ears and tastebuds to Stereo-Type, where you can sip your coffee while swaying to your favourite tunes. Dimly lit and casually furnished, the space feels like a friend’s home, where relaxed hangouts are encouraged. With its evening-leaning opening hours, night owls and post-work dwellers will find comfort within its walls alongside some simple bites and sips.
Address: 617a, Jalan 17/10, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday – 6pm to 2am | Friday & Saturday – 6pm to 3am | Sunday– 6pm to 12am
12. BAR GAYA
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Led by celebrated and accomplished bartender David Hans, Bar Gaya is Telawi’s latest tipple hangout. Hans returns from a long hiatus, which followed successful stints at Three X Co and more. The current menu is temporary, detailing eleven drinks with some of Hans’ signatures sprinkled throughout. Each cocktail leans on the daring side without tipping over into the blasphemous. Take its Eastern Poem for example. With ginseng and pei pa koa in the mix, flavours are bound to be strong but end up being pleasantly complex.
Address: 11A, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday – 5pm to 1am
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LOOKFORUS BACKYARD
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Address: Opposite Petronas Sri Hartamas
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday – 9pm to 2am
STEFANIA OSTERIA – REPUBLIK
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Address: G.03A Republik, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily – 12pm to 10.30pm
Contact: +6017 751 3238
BETTERDAYS SLOW COFFEE BAR
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Address: 2, Jalan Kemuja, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily – 9.30pm to 2am (Subject to change)
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