[PHOTOS] SAYS 6 Must-Visit Restaurant Bars In KL
The SAYS team hit several restaurant bars to bring you 6 resto-bars in Klang Valley and KL at which you can eat and drink to your heart's content after a hard day's work.
By Melody Oei — 27 Mar 2014, 04:40 PM — Updated over 10 years ago
1. Rabbit Hole boasts an array of concepts, from their (secret) Arthur’s Lounge to a Chinatown Back Alley
The Grilled Manuka Honey Spring Chicken definitely hits a spot with honey lovers.
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(Presa) Iberico Spanish Black Pig, recommended medium done with truffle oil, mashed potato, pink pepper corn sauce, sauté mixed wild mushroom with bacon and vegetables.
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Walk beyond the greens and one would then be greeted by the ever-friendly and knowledgeable waitresses at the Rabbit Hole - an unusual restaurant bar that has managed to incorporate graffiti artwork by global Malaysian names, a Sherlock-like hideout complete with a private bar and room, a barbecue pit lounge area (which sofas our very personable waitress and guide, Janet, encouraged us to plant our behinds on), a live stage that comes with a dental chair for you to swivel your drunk friends around and dining all under one roof.
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This restaurant bar offers an extensive drinks menu with signature drinks like Mad Tea Party and Firefall while their stand out offerings on the food menu include the Iberico Spanish Black Pig (RM58), Grilled Manuka Honey Spring Chicken (RM28) and Pizza Blueberry (RM25).
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MORE TO COME: Rabbit Hole has plans to expand the second and third floor of their current unit into a reserved club and a rooftop pool bar. A clubbing area called the 'Heineken Green Room' is already close to completion - the walls are origami-inspired, and will be one of few in Malaysia to serve the Heineken Club bottle; the area is also equipped with a mini pool in which we were told you could dunk your friends in.
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The Rabbit Hole is located on Changkat Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and operates from 4:00PM - 3:00AM. Happy hour runs from 4:00PM - 9:00PM.
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The bar at the Rabbit Hole features graffiti artwork from global Malaysian artists.
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2. The stylish yet cosy Pisco Bar is perfect for after-work conversations over tapas
Patrons are greeted with a painted female silhouette standing over a pot of plants with a catering can in hand. The subtle yet charming decor at Pisco Bar works at a gradual pace, engulfing diners and happy hour goers alike with its bare brick walls, simplistic bottle shelves, metal bucket lamps and ceiling made of wooden crates.
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Chuletón, a charcoal-grilled bone-in rib steak (800-900g) with sea salt, creamy potato gratin and sauteed mushrooms - RM140.
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The Holiday comprises of Pisco, apple rum, cranberry, thyme and passion fruit.
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Pork Belly, confit of pork belly, cauliflower puree, jamón ibérico and prawns - RM32.
Image via Mei Mei Chu/SAYSPisco Bar is located on 29 Jalan Mesui, Off Jalan Nagasari, Changkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and operates from 5:00PM - 3:00AM. Happy hour ends before 8PM.
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3. There's something calming about being at Marini's On 57, smack in, yet far away from, the hustle and bustle of KL city below
Marini's On 57 is very much like what their logo portrays - an exquisite venue with large hints of dark red. The smartly dressed staff are readily available, accompanying you from the beginning of your journey right to their very doorstep. Enter the bar and allow the breathtaking view of the world's tallest twin buildings sweep you off your feet.
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The bar at Marini's On 57 offers an extensive selection of drinks. From cocktails to bubbly, the drinks here fail to disappoint. Paired with the unparalleled view from above, a session at Marini's On 57 guarantees a pleasant experience amongst the city's finest. The service, however takes a toll here when things get busy, the new staff are also seemingly untrained.
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Marini's On 57 is located on Level 57, Menara 3 Petronas, Persiaran KLCC, 50088 KL, Malaysia and operates from 5:00PM - 3:00AM. Happy hour runs from 5:00PM - 9:00PM.
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4. Circus at Pavilion KL is comfortably unique in its own right
The Coconut Cake at Circus is a soft and lemony pick-me-up, priced at RM18.
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Cream Linguini Flambee In Grana Padano Cheese Wheel topped with rocket and duck ham - RM35.
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Black Angus Carpaccio with shiitake mushrooms, shaved parmesan and truffle oil.
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If Circus in Pavilion was meant to look like one, it is probably best described as a polished one decorated in Chevron flooring from the front right to the back, with metallic wine glass chandeliers hanging from above and quirky lamp stands sitting around. This restaurant bar features an interesting menu with several truffle-infused items and is generous with their portions. The drinks menu, with good range, features adorable favicon-like images of what your drinks will be served in.
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Circus is located on Lot C3.10.01b, Level 3, Pavilion KL, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and operates from 10AM - 3AM. Happy hour runs from 4PM - 8PM from Monday - Saturday and from 4PM - Closing on Sundays.
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5. The suggestive Naked is a playful spot both appropriate for patrons looking for dinner or colleagues in need of a good drink after work
Mr Tiki - Mount Gay Eclipse Barbados Ru, apricot liquor, lime juice, fresh pineapple and a dash of Angostura bitters served as the name suggests - RM22.
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Damas Life, a pleasant pick-me-up with a citrus aftertaste, made to pay homage to Damas and comprised of Smirnoff Red Label Vodka, fresh calamansi, asam boi, orange bitters and mineral water.
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Naked House Burger, seared beef patties topped with crispy beef bacon, melted aged cheddar, spicy onion rings, crisp lettuce, beefsteak tomato and served with potato chips - RM39.
Image via Melody Oei/SAYSNaked was going through a menu transition at the time of our visit, several items like the Ménage á Trois Mushroom Soup, Lamb Loin and Cod Fish were also not available. Service was excellent at the rather quiet Naked, except for when we had both our appetisers and mains sitting on the table, waiting to be devoured.
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Our extensive ordering seemed to have tipped the sous chef on duty off as a complimentary dessert and additional dish were served to us later on. By the end of the evening, we found ourselves in conversation with the sous-chef on topics of food and his role at Naked.
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Naked Restaurant & Bar is located on E.0.1 & E.1.2 Plaza Damas, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and operates from 11:00AM - 12:00AM.
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6. Signature and Stratosphere at The Roof are inviting suburban hot spots
Spicy Chocolate Lava - Chilli chocolate lava cake served with Kahlua infused mascarpone, berries compote.
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Scallop Black Aglio Maki, squid ink spaghetti sautéed with olive oil, garlic, chilli and grilled scallops wrapped with seaweed, topped with Tobiko caviar.
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Grilled Salmon - finished by baking in special house batter, served with vegetable stack, Romesco and side salad - RM48.
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Stratosphere is a rooftop champagne bar spread across a grass-filled lawn with glowing neon decor - a skyline treat of Petaling Jaya and it's surroundings below.
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Dining, though, takes place at Signature - a restaurant located on the same level as The Roof's other unique experiences (Play, Score and Malt & Leaf) with an equally enticing view. The layout of Signature is such that the dining and bar area are separate into two; also with separate billings. Walk into this restaurant bar and one would immediately notice one its prominent features - the light-changing tree that provides patrons with multiple selfie opportunities.
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The Roof is located on the Sky Level, 1 First Avenue, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and operates between 5:00PM - 2:00AM most days. Happy hour runs from 5:00PM - 8:00PM.
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