#BUROEats: 14 new restaurants and cafés in KL & PJ to stop by in July 2024
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The start of a new month can bring redefined goals and refreshed beginnings. Most importantly, it also brings brand new food adventures! If there are too many to choose from, don’t sweat it. We’ve got you covered with our monthly installation of #BUROEats, where we guide you to the best additions to our local dining landscape. This month, we introduce you to REXKL’s three newcomers, a fish and chips specialist, a fun gelateria, and more! Keep reading to find all the new restaurants and cafés you need to know about this July 2024.
1. RAIJIN RAMEN BAR
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REXKL is ushering in a new era for its beloved food hall, aptly renamed to Food Fiction, where a handful of new tenants are setting up shop. Among the arrivals is Raijin, specialising in hearty bowls of ramen and fresh kushiyaki. If soup slurps and skewers are your thing, then you have to add this eatery to the top of your list. On the menu, you’ll find a carefully crafted selection of noodle bowls alongside some juicy kushiyaki staples. We’re loving the sound of its Hakata-style ramen with pork bone broth and shrimp balls made with Sekinchan sea prawns. On the kushiyaki end, we think you’ll love its pork neck, pork belly, and chicken skin.
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Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 10.30pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Contact: +6013 804 7685
2. SUMMATION
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Canele and baked goods experts Summation have also landed at REXKL’s Food Fiction with its delectable creations. Coming to you from the team behind stationery brand Summorie, Summation has popped up in its minimalist and charming space. This is its second location, after its pioneer branch in Seri Kembangan. Its matcha canelé is a crowd favourite, but you can’t go wrong with its madeleines and financiers either. Still can’t decide? Order its CaMaFi Set for one of its canelés, madeleines, and financiers each. Alternatively, if you’re committed to the canelés cause, then get a box of its Canelé Set.
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Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am to 7pm (daily)
3. KANTIN
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Get your fix of Sarawakian flavours at Kantin, yet another newcomer to REXKL’s dining scene. Hailing from Kuching itself, this eatery brings its refreshed take on quintessential dishes from the East Malaysian state. While you can expect a punchy bowl of Sarawak Laksa and other classics, look forward to more creative plates such as gula apong chicken satay, an aromatic Rainforest Fried Rice, and more. Plus, if its Kuching menu is anything to go by, we might see some tuak, grilled squid, and its signature Kantin Kerabu.
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Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm (daily)
4. APARTMENT 103
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Motherchuckers and 103 Coffee have joined forces to bring you a bespoke pop-up concept store experience at APW Bangsar, Apartment 103. Aptly named, the space has been decked out with mid-century modern furniture and fixtures, exuding a refined yet comfortable ambience for all to enjoy. While browsing through Motherchuckers’ numerous collections on display, you can sip on a chilly iced latte, dabble in a new filtered blend, or get adventurous with one of its signature coffee drinks.
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Address: APW Bangsar, 29, Jalan Riong, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am to 5pm (Tuesday to Friday) | 8am to 6pm (Saturday to Sunday)
Contact: +6012 685 8103
5. LAD & FRY
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The younger brother of Singapore’s well-loved Lad & Dad eatery, Lad & Fry has arrived to answer all your fish and chips cravings. A specialist in the British staple, this Wisma Cosway eatery promises light and crispy battered fish alongside freshly fried chips. Owner Tony hails all the way from Manchester and has even tweaked his batter recipe to omit beer, catering to Muslim diners. However, those who could use a pint or two can look to its craft beer corner courtesy of Alright Provisions. Pub food enthusiasts can also look forward to other British classics to grace the menu in coming days, including bangers and mash!
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Address: 88, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 2pm & 5pm to 9pm (Tuesday to Saturday)
6. DIMPLED
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PJ dwellers, rejoice! Yet another gelateria has opened to help you beat the heat. Dimpled, located in SS2, churns out unique gelato flavours that are equally as creamy as they are curious. Think sea salt sakura, Osmanthus pear, grape lemon sorbet, and honey milk tea. If you’d rather stick to the simpler side of things, they’ve still got some scoops for you! Flavours like pistachio, matcha, and cereal milk are sure to tickle your fancy. You can also opt to have your gelato atop its signature Salty Waffle for an extra dimension of flavour and texture.
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Address: 151, Jalan SS 2/6, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 12.30pm to 10.30pm (Wednesday to Sunday)
7. FUBUHAUS
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Feed your soul and your appetite at Fubuhaus, where Japanese comfort food reigns supreme. Whether you’re a rice bowl loyalist or an advocate of sashimi, its menu will have something that will make sure you don’t leave hungry. Its atmosphere is simple and cosy, perfect for a midday stop or a laidback dinner. Current highlights on the menu include its Ahirudon (aged duck breast and fried burdock rice bowl), Akaebi capellini, and drunk clams.
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Address: 52, Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 3pm & 6pm to 11pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
Contact: +603 2694 0402
8. BASIL GOURMET STORE
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Its space may be small but its plates sure do pack a flavourful punch. Basil Gourmet Store has introduced a dining space to its retail outlet, giving patrons full access to mouthwatering plates. There are only two tables available, so make sure to plan ahead! The stars of the show are without a doubt its sandwiches and pastas, but don’t neglect the selection of sharing plates too! Standouts include the Guanciale carbonara, mortadella pistachio sandwich, Calabrese salami pizza, and kombu butter clams. While there, you can sip away at delightfully refreshing sodas, with flavours such as tomato basil crush and honeycomb.
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Address: No. 37, Jalan Kuchai Maju 6, Kuchai Entrepreneurs Park , 58200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 8.30pm (Wednesday to Monday)
Contact: +6010 906 0930
9. RUMAFUSION
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For coffee, comfort, and conversations, head to Rumafusion in Taman Subang Permai. Its warm and inviting space is home to hearty plates that span burgers and bangers. On the menu, you’ll find dishes like its signature rosti, omurice, the Ruma Nyonya ramen, and a buttermilk fried chicken burger. Its rosti is a fan favourite and comes with a dollop of sour cream and your choice of a protein topping. Those who can’t resist a big breakfast platter should also give Rumafusion’s a try. It comes complete with all the regular fix-ins, including a bratwurst and scrambled eggs.
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Address: Edumetro USJ 1 Lot 10, Taman Subang Permai, 47500 Subang Jaya
Opening hours: 8am to 5pm (Wednesday to Monday)
10. BIJOU
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Fancy a cuppa in a glass house? Bijou has upgraded its digs to a full-fledged café, a step up from its humble beginnings as a tiny space with outdoor seating. An Ara Damansara neighbourhood favourite, Bijou brews some of the most reliable cups of coffee with friendly baristas to boot. If you’re not in for a caffeine kick, you can look to its selection of non-coffee drinks like sodas to quench your thirst.
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Address: 1, Jalan PJU 1A/42A, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 8am to 12am (daily)
11. ABSORB SUNLIGHT
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Located in Taman Oversea Union, Absorb Sunlight is a friendly neighbourhood café, serving specialty coffee drinks and pastries. Its baked goods display will prove to be a wonderland for those who can’t resist a carb fix. Meanwhile, you can also rely on its baristas to whip up a mean cuppa for your caffeine fix. Local apparel brand Rotten Paradise has also set up a dedicated corner for its clothing, so you can browse freely while sipping away at your drink.
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Address: 51, Jalan Hujan, Taman Oversea Union, 58200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 7pm (daily)
Contact: +6017 979 9376
12. SILVERFOX CAFÉ
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Currently on a trial run, Silverfox Café is Jalan Doraisamy’s latest coffee specialist. Easily spotted with its all-white façade, the café is a monochrome lover’s dream with hues of white, silver, and grey taking over its entire space. While a café hunter might go for their regular cuppa, try your hand at its specialty drinks, cakes, and pastas. Plus, we’re sure you’ll get in an Instagram-worthy snap or two during your visit.
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Address: 19, Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8.30am to 8.30pm (weekdays) | 10.30am to 9pm (weekends)
13. ALLURING CAFÉ
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With a space as inviting as its name, Alluring Café welcomes all café hoppers into its neutral-toned abode. For grub, its food menu includes fresh pastries, Japanese-inspired bites, and sandwiches. Those with a sweet tooth should definitely give its Valrhona raspberry chocolate mille feuille a taste. On the other hand, diners who prefer their nosh savoury can go for the salmon creamy chazuke don or ebi bisque udon. Though, do note that its offerings are subject to change once the soft launch phase is over!
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Address: G12, Residensi Majestic Maxim, 45, Jalan 9, Taman Bukit Cheras, 56000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am to 9pm (Thursday to Tuesday)
14. LIT
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Laman Tuanku’s resident eatery, Lit, has finally opened the doors to its stunning space in Taman Sri Hartamas. Serving classic brunch fare and filling lunch plates, its menu is vast and diverse. With that, everyone in the family is guaranteed to find something they’ll enjoy. With both indoor and outdoor seating, you can choose to enjoy the sun or duck in the comfort of air-conditioning. Its location within a public park also means you can pop by after a morning walk and also ensure the kids have ample space to tire themselves out.
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Address: 66, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am to 7pm (Tuesdsay to Sunday)
Contact: +6018 225 9933
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