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Where To Find Good Middle Eastern Food In Klang Valley

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1. Bedouin Arabian Cuisine

Recognised as one of the must-try Arabian food spots in KL, Bedouin makes the tastiest Middle Eastern dishes that'll have you craving for more each time you eat there. From grilled meats to lamb kebabs, baba ghanoush, and hummus, it doesn't get more authentic than this.

Address
6, Jalan Wan Kadir, Taman Tun Dr Ismail,
60000 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours
12pm – 10.30pm (Sunday to Thursday)
12pm – 11pm (Friday and Saturday)

2. Damascus Bukit Bintang

A popular joint for a scrumptious late-night snack, it's hard to miss Damascus' outlets in KL as the delicious smells of grilled kebab waft through the air. Their shawarmas are yummy, but if you're craving a heavier meal, try their rice dishes, such as the Beef Shawarma Rice.

Address
111, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang,
50250 Kuala Lumpur

Sungei Wang Plaza Main Entrance,
55100 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours
8am – 2am (Daily)

3. Halab KL

Always attracting a crowd at night, Halab KL will satisfy any Middle Eastern food cravings. Some key dishes customers usually order are the mandi rice, hummus with lamb, arayes, and maqluba.

Address
35, Jalan Berangan, Bukit Bintang,
50200 Kuala Lumpur

7, Jalan Beremi, Bukit Bintang,
50200 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours
10am – 2am (Daily)

4. Hadramawt

If you're in PJ or Sepang area instead, check out Hadramawt for authentic Yemeni dishes. Each dish is packed with flavour and especially delicious after a long night out. Even Tun M has dined at one of their outlets before. The grilled lamb chops are tender and marinated to perfection — a personal favourite!

Address
1. F-LG-2, Neo Damansara,
47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

2. G12-G13, Brem Mall, Jln Kepong, Kepong,
52000 Wilayah Persekutuan, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

3. Paradigm Mall, Food Arcade,
Level LG, 7, Jalan SS 7/26a,
SS7 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

4. 2, Food Arcade, Level 2,
Gateway @ KLIA2, Jalan Sepang,
64000 Sepang, Selangor

5. 27-G & 29-G, Jalan Tandok, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur

6. 6 First Floor, City Garden Commercial Centre, Jalan Nirwana,
Taman Nirwana, 68000 Ampang, Selangor

Opening hours
10am – 10pm (Daily)

5. Leen's Middle East Kitchen

You'll find an array of Middle Eastern dishes with a modern twist at Leen's Middle East Kitchen. Some must-try dishes recommended by customers are their smoked hummus, beef tartare, crispy Syrian rice, samak, and Mariah pride. 

Address
136, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi,
Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours
6pm – 11pm (Monday to Friday)
12pm – 3pm; 6pm – 11pm (Saturday and Sunday)

6. Al Halabi Gourmet Restaurant

Located in Pavilion KL, this restaurant is said to serve amazing Lebanese/Syrian cuisine. Albeit the prices are on the steeper end due to the location, you do get to enjoy a pretty environment that'll transport you to the Middle East.

Apparently the restaurant's decorations were inspired by houses in Damascus! They also provide shisha.

Address
Lot 7. 01.06,168, Bukit Bintang Street,
Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours
10am – 11.55pm (Daily)

7. Tarbush Restaurant

With multiple locations in the heart of KL, Tarbush is said to offer Mediterranean food that's both fragrant and delicious. Don't forget to try their baklava and kunafa to end your meal on a sweet note! 

Address
138, Jalan Bukit Bintang,
55100 Kuala Lumpur

LG06 & LG07, Lower Ground Floor, Starhill Gallery,
181 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

UG16 Upper Ground Floor, Starhill Gallery,
181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

H1, Upper Ground, Adorn Floor,
JW Marriott Hotel, 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

8. Al Rawsha Restaurant

Arabian food lovers, be sure to also check out this restaurant in KL and Shah Alam serving Middle Eastern cuisine. With high brick walls and gorgeous Mediterranean interior, the restaurant has been likened to a huge castle. There's also wheelchair access, ample parking, and plenty of seating space for big groups.

Image via Maha Mahu

Address
8, Jalan Kampung Pandan,
Kelab Golf di Raja Selangor,
55000 Kuala Lumpur

2, Jalan Platinum G 7/G, Seksyen 7,
40000 Shah Alam

Opening hours
10am – 12am (Daily)

9. Wadi Hadramawt

Wadi Hadramawt offers an authentic selection of Yemenite and Arab cuisine made by Yemeni chefs themselves. With great reviews from customers, some of the dishes you'll find here include lamb mandy, chicken kabsa, mix grill, kebabs, and shish tawooq, among many more. 

Image via Erika/Google

Address
226, Jalan Ampang, Kampung Datuk Keramat,
50450 Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours
11am – 11pm (Daily)

10. Qasar Balqis Restaurant

Customers have shared that the lamb is so tender here that it just melts off the bone, making it one of their favourite orders at this restaurant. Qasar Balqis has three branches in the Klang Valley with both indoor and outdoor seating. There's also shisha available.

Address
Jalan 5, 498, Jalan Ampang, Batu 4 1,
68000 Ampang, Selangor

1, Jalan Melati Utama 4, Taman Melati,
53100 Kuala Lumpur

2, Medan Idaman, Jalan Jernai 4, Setapak,
53100 Kuala Lumpur

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