8 Restaurants You Need To Check Out This Christmas For The Best Stout-Infused Dishes

It's time to start thinking where to have dinner this coming Christmas!

Inspired by the original British Stout Porter recipe, you know you've got a seriously enjoyable drink in your hands. Tracing its history back to the early 1700s, Stout Porter's popularity soared alongside Great Britain's growing empire and eventually became the choice of socialites and upper-class Brits for its unique taste.

Take a sip and you'll notice it is perfectly balanced in every way - just enough bitterness to counter the robustness, and a deliciously crisp texture that offsets the creamy foam beautifully. The essence of the original recipe is perfectly captured by the Master Brewer, and all we can say is, it's just made right ;)

Find out more about CONNOR'S Stout Porter here.

Start off with comforting and wholesome CONNOR'S-infused dishes at some of the best restaurants in town, enjoy some drinks with the family and friends, and round up the night with a safe ride home with Grab! How's that for the perfect plan?

This cosy gastropub tucked away in suburban Bandar Utama is a must-try for its unique stout-infused creations: the CONNOR'S Pork Ribs, CONNOR'S Beer Can Chicken and CONNOR'S Mousse.

The ribs are marinated for 12 hours overnight to really seal in all that flavour, and are slathered with some CONNOR'S-infused glaze for a full-on stout-infused meal. For something a little more quirky, try the chicken. It's as juicy as it is flavourful, and comes with their famous homemade sambal sauce! The bittersweet creamy mousse is the perfect sweet ending to the hearty meal.

Address: 302, The Club, 9 Persiaran Bukit Utama, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya

Opening Hours: 5pm - 1am (Monday - Wednesday) | 11.30am - 1am (Saturday & Sunday)

For more information, stalk them on Facebook.

MEJA's penchant for colourful fusions of Southeast Asian classics and Western favourites is beautifully reflected through its stout-based take: Grilled Tiger Prawns, Stewed Chicken with Cheesy Button Mushrooms, and Crispy Onion Rings, served with a side of Dark CONNOR'S Chilli Dip.

It's the perfect mix of contrasting flavours and varying textures; couple that with a tall, cool glass of CONNOR'S Stout Porter and you're in for an unforgettable dining experience!

Address: EG-10 & EG-11, TREC KL, 436, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 12pm - 3am (Monday - Wednesday) | 4pm - 3am (Saturday & Sunday)

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

This chic brasserie's buzzing atmosphere makes it the perfect place to unwind and catch up with friends over some mouth-watering food. Stout and comfort food are inseparable, and Hubba Hubba takes this combination to a whole new level with the Hubba CONNOR'S Lamb Pie and the 180 Brew CONNOR'S Chicken.

The lamb is stewed for more than 3 hours with carrots, onions and stout until it is melt-in-your-mouth tender and the gravy is thick and flavourful, while the chicken uses stout for a hint of bitterness to offset the other sweeter ingredients in the marinade. These are some seriously drool-worthy creations!

Outlets:
1. Ceylon
Address: 1 Lorong Ceylon, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 6.30am - 1am (Daily)

2. SENI Mont Kiara
Address: Level G, SENI Mont Kiara, 2A, Changkat Duta Kiara, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 11am - 11pm (Monday - Thursday) | 11am - 12am (Friday - Sunday)

3. Sentral
Address: Level 2, Menara CIMB, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 12pm - 11pm (Monday - Friday) | Closed on Saturday & Sunday

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

This sleek restaurant is quickly gaining a spot in the heart of Malaysian foodies for its playful Asian-inspired take on tapas. You're gonna love the CONNOR'S Chicken Smoor, a twist to the traditional Eurasian stew. The hearty dish is made with flash-fried chicken simmered in a rich sauce with hints of black pepper, cinnamon and Sriracha to offset the creaminess of the stout.

The best way to enjoy the smoor? Use the fluffy, deep-fried mantou buns to mop up the malty, peppery gravy!

Address: 138, Jalan Kasah, Medan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 4pm - 1am (Monday - Friday) | 11am - 1am (Saturday & Sunday)

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

Everyone's set for a good time at this bustling bistro, with its fun menu ranging from bar grubs to Malaysian favourites. When it comes to their stout-inspired creations, deciding between the Beef in CONNOR'S or the CONNOR'S Baby Back Pork Ribs is no easy task but you're in for a soulful, hearty meal either way!

Opt for the beef and you'll be greeted with a neat bowlful of prime beef stewed with vegetables and stout, with a side of sliced baguette just ready to be dunked in the comforting broth. Pork fans will love the baby back ribs, braised and then baked with stout-infused BBQ sauce.

Address: 70 Jalan 27/70A Taman Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 11am - 12am (Daily)

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

This brainchild of footwear icon Dato' Lew offers a modern menu in its fashion-forward outlet. This swanky restaurant's take on lamb deserves a spot on your makan list; save some space for the Braised CONNOR's Lamb Stew!

Here's the deal: Leg of lamb slow-cooked with carrot, celery, onion, leek and potato and seasoned with a rich mix of herbs and a splash of stout to appease the ultimate comfort-food craving. You're not gonna wanna miss this!

Address: E1-02, TREC KL, 436 Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 11am - 2am (Sunday - Thursday) | 11am - 5am (Friday & Saturday)

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

Be sure to schedule a stopover at The X; this contemporary restaurant blends perfectly with the chic nightspots on Telawi and offers a uniquely colourful menu.

Start off with CONNOR'S Hot Clucking Pasta, with the chicken soaked in stout for that unique creamy flavour. Round up the meal with the decadent CONNOR'S Chocolate Cake. After all, who could resist stout-infused cake baked to perfection? Ask for a scoop of their artisanal vanilla ice cream if you're feeling extra indulgent. ;)

Address: 67G, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: 4pm - 2am (Daily)

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

This popular restaurant chain takes pride in using the finest, freshest ingredients and its top-notch menu is clearly a hit with diners looking for that extra something in their meals.

When it comes to stout-infused dishes, the more pork ribs, the better! BLACK Market's clearly on-board with the idea, offering its own unique take with the Deep-Fried Pork Ribs with CONNOR's-Infused Sauce. Imagine crisp-on-the-outside, juicy-on-the-inside ribs, doused in an absolutely addictive stout-infused dip.

There's a chicken version too: the Deep-Fried Chicken with CONNOR'S-Infused Sauce, with the same satisfyingly crisp skin and juicy meat. Dunk it in the dip for maximum flavour!

Outlets:
1. Kampung Pandan
Address: 16 Jalan Kampung Pandan, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 11am - 3pm; 5.30pm - 1am (Daily)

2. St Mary Place
Address: 1 Jalan Tengah, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 10am - 12am (Daily)

3. Main Place Mall
Address: USJ 21, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya
Opening Hours: 10am - 12am (Daily)

For more info, stalk them on Facebook.

Get on the phone and reserve a table at your favourite restaurant now =)

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