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14 Must-Try Steak Places In KL & PJ That Will Satisfy Your Carnivorous Cravings

There's even a place that fries char kuey teow with leftover fat from your Wagyu!

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1. Lucky Bo @ Bangsar (pork-free)

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The succulent Wagyu Tomahawk here is a great option for sharing. Pick a size to fit your group, with the Tomahawks ranging in size from 1.3kg to 1.7kg.

Here's a fun little bonus: Once the steak is served, they'll cut out the fatty bits and use that to fry up a spectacular platter of char kuey teow for the table!

Address: No. 65, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)

Contact: +603 2092 1222

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2. Tamaruya @ Isetan The Japan Store (pork-free)

Enjoy some Japanese-style steaks at Tamaruya! Pick your own cuts, with options ranging from Grain-Fed Striploin to Wagyu Rib Eye, and they'll cook it accordingly to your preferred doneness over a teppanyaki griddle.

Address: Lower Ground, Isetan The Japan Store, Lot 10 Shopping Center, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours: 11am - 9pm (daily)

Contact: +603 2141 7777

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3. The Beato Aged Steakhouse (pork-free)

The Beato Aged Steakhouse is a great pit-stop for flavourful steaks. Known for their dry aged selections, options include T-Bone, Porterhouse, as well as Angus and Wagyu Ribeye. Wet-aged Filet Mignon is also available here.

Outlets: Bangsar | Publika

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4. Me'nate Steak Hub (halal)

Me'nate's impressive selection is in line with owner Mustaffa's diverse experience in meats, including his time at Buckingham Palace serving as a meat expert to Queen Elizabeth. Meat lovers will be spoiled for choice here, with options like the intense Beef Ribs and flavourful dry-aged cuts.

Outlets: Ampang Jaya | Bangi | Shah Alam | Setapak

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5. PRIME @ Le Meridien (pork-free)

Awarded 'Best Place for Meat' by Time Out KL Food Awards 2014, PRIME serves some of the finest halal-certified meats. The popular Wagyu Prime Ribs is the go-to choice here, in addition to top-notch classics as grain-fed Black Angus and Australian beef.

Address: Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur, 2, Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, KL Sentral, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
12pm - 2.30pm, 6pm - 10.30pm (Mondays - Fridays)
6pm - 10.30pm (Saturdays & Sundays)

Contact: +603 2263 7888

More info on: Facebook

6. Ril's @ Bangsar (pork-free)

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Besides the excellent selection for sharing, ranging from Diamantina OP Rib to Australian Porterhouse, Ril's offers unique sauces to accompany your steaks. Chose from bone marrow gravy, anchovy butter and roasted jus.

Address: 30, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
12pm - 3pm, 6pm - 3am (Sundays - Fridays)
12pm - 3pm, 6pm - 4am (Saturdays)

Contact: +603 2201 3846

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7. Marble 8 on 56 @ Menara 3 Petronas (pork-free)

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Order up the Premium Black Label T-Bone when dining here. Ideal to be shared by 2, the cut offers the best of both worlds - tenderloin one one side and flavourful strip steak on the other.

Address: Level 56, Menara 3 Petronas, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours: 12pm - 2.30pm, 7pm - 11pm (daily)

Contact: +603 2386 6030

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8. Las Vacas Meat Shop (halal)

Whatever your meaty desires, these meat experts have got you covered. For something truly unforgettable, try out their specialty Pinnacle Rib Eye Steak. Pinnacle beef, with a rating of MSA Grade 5, is the highest meat grade available for Australian beef. This premium cut is tender and flavourful, thanks to its high marbling.

Outlets: Mont Kiara Shoplex | Wisma Winbond, Jln Yap Kwan Seng | Sunway Putra Mall | Glo Damansara

More info on: Facebook

9. Maria's Steak Cafe (pork-free)

This well-known name among local steak fans offers top-quality meats, from the premium Australian Wagyu 7 steak to some decadent and flavourful Lamb Cutlets.

Outlets: Bangsar | Damansara Perdana

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10. BLVD House @ NAZA Tower (pork-free)

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The Grilled Grain Fed Rib Eye is a must-try for steak fans. For an extra decadent flavour, you can also check out the Grilled Lamb Rack, served with a delicious asparagus salad.

Address: NAZA Tower, Platinum Park, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
12pm - 11pm (Mondays - Thursdays)
12pm - 1am (Fridays)
11am - 1am (Saturdays)
11am - 11pm (Sundays)

Contact: +603 2630 9999

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11. Meat Point @ TTDI (halal)

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Meat Point offers a top-notch selection of meats, from Wagyu to Angus that come with grass-fed and grain-fed options as well. Pick your favourite cuts from the chiller and they'll cook it according to your preference. When in doubt, try the French Lamb Rack!

Address: No. 62, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
12pm - 11pm (Mondays - Sundays)
6pm - 11pm (Fridays)

Contact: +603 7733 3573

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12. The Steakhouse KL @ Changkat Bukit Bintang (pork-free)

Offering a diverse range of good steaks, the Tenderloin is an especially popular choice. Look out for seasonal specials too, like the delectable glazed Steak Bordelaise.

Address: 48, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours: 6pm - 12am (Daily)

Contact: +603 2143 2268

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13. The X @ Bangsar (pork-free)

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The X keeps their 180g classic Sirloin simple, with a combo of juicy grilled meat and a side of roasted potatoes and black pepper sauce. 

Address: No. 67, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
4pm - 2am (Mondays - Saturdays)
4pm - 12am (Sundays)

Contact: +6016 327 7875

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14. Castell Gastrobar @ Section 16 (pork-free)

Besides their famed OP Ribs and Tomahawk, Castell also offers a special alternative, comprising of pasture-fed Angus tenderloin wrapped in beef bacon and topped with Stilton cheese.

Address: No 19, Lorong Universiti C, Seksyen 16, Petaling Jaya

Opening hours:
4pm - 12am (Mondays - Thursdays)
11.30am - 12am (Fridays - Sundays)

Contact: +6012 393 3733

More info on: Facebook


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