Kuala Lumpur's Best Fine Dining Restaurants

Dewakan Restaurant offers a modern appreciation of the bounty of the land, with a dining experience designed to create meaningful connections with the culture and people represented in every ingredient. The restaurant continually explores new ways to showcase local produce and invites diners to partake in their journey. The menu features a variety of dishes, with the majority of produce being grown, planted, and reared in Malaysia, offering a unique and authentic taste of the country's culinary landscape.

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Zhe xi Lee

Chef owner – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Creative and detailed, everything was really enjoyable and surprising Had a perfect food and dining experience. Lots of details, service on point, interesting juice pairing. Loved the food love the journey

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Offering a unique culinary journey, Nadodi presents South Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine in innovative ways. The dishes, carefully crafted by chef Sricharan Venketesh, elegantly narrate the rich history and culture of Tamil Nadu, his home state in southern India. The experience at Nadodi is not just about food, it's about getting educated on the tapestry of modern South Indian cuisine while appreciating the thoughtful storytelling through each dish.

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Darren Teoh

Chef – Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia

Contemporary South Indian Journey Nadodi's imaginative use of spice and Indian food culture is fuelled by the restaurant's broad knowledge of the sub-continent and an intimate connection to its culture and history. Expect to leave European dining dogma and be educated on the wonderful tapestry of modern south Indian food.

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Drawing inspiration from Malaysia's diverse cultural landscape, Beta KL offers a unique dining experience where each dish tells a captivating story. The carefully selected ingredients are woven together to create an authentic yet modern tapestry of flavors. With a focus on Malaysia's rich culinary heritage, every dish is meticulously crafted to engage all your senses, complemented by an ambiance that enhances the overall dining experience.

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Darren Teoh

Chef – Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia

Beta KL by Raymond Tham. Here he focuses on local ingredients using his cultural landscape and history as inspiration. Opt for the full tasting menu and be sure to ask your server for a little context of the dish. Most of the dishes on the menu have an insightful anecdote to the eating culture in Malaysia.

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Bref by Darren Chin offers a casual-fine dining experience with an emphasis on simplicity and joy. The restaurant is known for its pasta dishes, including the DC Signature with cold somen, uni, roasted celeriac, and aged ponzu, as well as the truffle pasta. The restaurant also boasts a selection of wines, aiming to provide an elevated yet comforting dining experience.

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Chi Ng

Food Writer & Traveler – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Malaysia’s good food goes beyond the streets. One of my favourite casual-fine dining restaurants is Bref by Darren Chin, after his fine-dining establishment DC Restaurant, which is also my firm favourite. For their pasta, I like the DC Signature (Cold somen, uni, roasted celeriac, aged ponzu) and truffle pasta. Elevated comfort food; simple but sophisticated. They’ve got a wonderful selection of wines too!

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Chateau Dionne KL is a restaurant that offers a blend of classic French cuisine with a contemporary local twist. The eatery is situated in an eclectic area surrounded by high-end malls, indie boutiques, trendy restaurants and art galleries. With an ambience described as exquisite, celebrative, inspirational and reflective, the restaurant is also known for its flawless execution of dishes.

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Kartik Kumar

Brand Director – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Fabulous !! Delightful Lunch at Chateau Dionne Kuala Lumpur, helmed by Chef Andy ! Had a great afternoon trying out some of the French classical dishes with flawless execution.

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Offering top-notch French food with a seasonal menu, DC Restaurant is a dining experience that pushes culinary boundaries. The restaurant, located in a 3-story 1970s building, provides different experiences on each floor, including a formal dining area, private dining rooms, and a bar for pre or post-dinner drinks. The cuisine is crafted with a blend of classic French and Japanese influences, using premium seasonal ingredients selected by the chef himself.

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Chi Ng

Food Writer & Traveler – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Attended an event by Kamoshibito Kuheiji Sake at one of my favourite restaurants in KL - DC Restaurant. Although the menu was curated for the event, it mirrors the seasonal menus of DC. DC serves top-notch French food and a really good wine list!

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Serving modern French cuisine under the guidance of a skilled Japanese chef, Entier French Dining is a place where each dish is crafted with precision and beauty. The restaurant is particularly known for its delicious kombu/truffle butter and fresh baked bread, but be mindful not to fill up on these before the main course! It's a favorite among those who appreciate the fusion of French techniques with a modern twist.

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Chi Ng

Food Writer & Traveler – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

One of my favourite modern French restaurants in town. Modern dishes created through French techniques under the helm of a wonderful Japanese chef. Each dish is executed beautifully! Definitely go easy on the amazing kombu / truffle butter and fresh baked bread at the start even though it’s so good!

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Hidden within the Ritz Carlton Residences, Hide Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with a 15-course tasting menu that features a blend of Japanese, European, and Malaysian techniques and ingredients. The counter seating for 14 allows guests to watch as chefs prepare their meals, adding a personal touch to the dining experience. Booking in advance is advised due to the limited seating, and guests can look forward to a relaxed atmosphere with an eclectic playlist in the background.

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Darren Teoh

Chef – Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia

Hide incriminates that there is some form of searching required. Hidden as it were at the Ritz Carlton residences. The only option is a tasting menu that should last all of about 15 courses. Techniques and ingredients range and flit between Japanese, European and Malaysian. The 14 seater counter once you've found the place (which isn't very difficult, depending on how flustered you are from the KL traffic) is light and friendly. Chefs prepare your meals and introduce them with ease and without unneeded fan fare. Nas plays in the background as you surreally try to connect gangster rap and the seriousness of the wonderfully cooked dishes in front of you. It is very likely the best playlist in KL at the moment. And most definitely the best Caramelised Onion stuffed Brioche in the city. Book in advance as there are limited seats.

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Ultime Atelier & Boulangerie offers a unique Franco-Japanese dining experience, led by Michelin 1-Star bení Head Chef, Shiro Onishi. The menu is creatively fused with Japanese elements, featuring dishes like the signature mushroom quartet brûlée and aged local duck with cinnamon jus. The restaurant also takes pride in its freshly baked croissants, crafted by chief baker Choy Kok Yin, known for their mellow crispiness and intense buttery flavor.

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Chloee Lee

Food Writer – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Franco-Japanese restaurant spearheaded by Michelin 1-Star bení Head Chef, Shiro Onishi, expect Japanese elements to be greatly incorporated into their dishes. “Sea foie gras” ankimo, miso waffle, langoustine with soba soaked in lobster jus, and not to mention their signature mushroom quartet brûlée, which has textures of chawanmushi with a burnt caramel tint and a mixture of morel and truffle. Highlights also include aged local duck with cinnamon jus, sourcing from Bidor, Ipoh. Croissants made from scratch and baked by chief baker Choy Kok Yin is a star - mellow crisp and flaky, extremely buttery, because chef Choy had deliberately burnt his butter for max aroma in his take of the classic croissant.

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Sushi Masa offers an intimate dining experience with a small sushi counter where the chef showcases his meticulous and intelligent work. The chef's dedication to the craft is evident in the nuanced pieces of sushi, particularly the cuts of fatty tuna belly. This restaurant is part of the Curate Group, a company passionate about Japanese culinary culture, and it aims to create timeless dining experiences that celebrate the art and joy of eating.

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Darren Teoh

Chef – Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia

A small sushi counter provides an intimate experience. The chef’s work is meticulous and intelligent - clearly indicating the depth of experience and knowledge he has from his dedication to the craft. Cuts of fatty tuna belly are crafted from understanding the muscle structures from the section for a more nuanced piece of sushi.

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Offering a selection of sushi, Sushi ORI is located inside a business tower. The restaurant is known for its "cholesterol bowl", a unique dish that has made a name for itself. Additionally, it also boasts a comprehensive sake list to complement the sushi.

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Joeri Timmermans

Chef – Antwerp, Belgium

The best no nonsense sushi in Kuala Lumpur. Good sale selection. Located inside a business tower lies Ori sushi serving up great nigiri and he is known as the founder of the “cholesterol bowl” great sake list too!

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