Tatler Dining Malaysia

Authoritative and informative, Malaysia’s Best Restaurants Guide by Malaysia Tatler showcases the country’s highest-rated dining establishments, as reviewed by our esteemed panel of gourmands, complete with essentials like contact information, signature dishes, dress code, indexes and maps laid out for quick, easy reference.

Tatler Dining Malaysia

A Labour of Love

TATLER BEST RESTAURANTS • The Top 20 Restaurants in 2024

BEST OF THE YEAR AWARDS • Voted by Tatler’s panel of industry leaders and tastemakers, these winners are recognised for excellence in their respective categories, collectively elevating the local dining scene and helping to put Malaysia on the map

Cutting Edge • What makes a good chef’s knife, according to Masaru Knives’ Wayne Wong

Farm to Table • Secai Marche connects passionate producers with talented chefs

Art of Tempura • With more than 20 years of experience, Kenichi Ishikawa brings edomae-style tempura to The St Regis Kuala Lumpur

Punch of Flavour • As the restaurant’s tagline goes, Eat Chino, Live Latino!

RICE OF LIFE • Langit Collective’s founders fell in love with Sarawakian heirloom rice and set out to empower the hands behind the produce

OF CRABS AND CURRIES • The Lankan Crabs, Bangsar brings one on a journey through the rich culinary history of Sri Lanka

WHISPERS OF LUXURY • Inhesion Asia’s managing partner Kevin Chang and sales director Anthony Tan shed light on the bespoke tableware they create for top restaurants across the globe

Hitting the Mark • Zipangu by Nadaman at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur offers Tokyo-style gastronomy in the heart of the city

Source to Sip • Beca Tea boasts traditional tea for the contemporary palate

Grilling in Private • Experience Tokyo-style aesthetics and Wagyu delicacies in a hidden dining setting at Kingyu

Drink East • With Asian markets driving a huge volume of alcohol sales, we take a look at some drink offerings inspired by Eastern elements

REVIEWS

THE TATLER DINING PANELLISTS • Tatler Dining Malaysia’s in-house team, including Katelyn Tan and Jennifer Choo are joined by:

CONTEMPORARY EUROPEAN/FUSION

SRI LANKAN

ITALIAN/CONTEMPORARY ITALIAN

JAPANESE/CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE

MALAYSIAN/CONTEMPORARY MALAYSIAN

MEDITERRANEAN

ASIAN/CONTEMPORARY ASIAN

GRILL/STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

GRILL/STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

FRENCH/CONTEMPORARY FRENCH

CHINESE/CONTEMPORARY CHINESE

FRENCH/CONTEMPORARY FRENCH

GRILL/STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

Like a Moth to a Flame • Firewood Restaurant Penang’s open flame dining concept gives proteins the treatment it deserves

INDIAN

An Oasis of Flavours • Frangipaani’s greatest strength is its diverse offering of beloved dishes throughout India

LATIN AMERICAN

GRILL/STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

BRITISH

Classic British Fare • Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill boasts fine food, beautiful interiors, and luxurious private spaces

CONTEMPORARY EUROPEAN/FUSION

CHINESE/CONTEMPORARY CHINESE

FRENCH/CONTEMPORARY FRENCH

Stunning Surroundings • Explore chef Lee Choon Boon’s innovative offerings at The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat

INDIAN

Bold and Beautiful • Experience delicious modern Keralan dishes in the bustling Bangsar neighbourhood at Kayra

JAPANESE/CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE

CHINESE/CONTEMPORARY CHINESE

CONTINENTAL/INTERNATIONAL

A Passionate Duet • Luca at Bangsar Shopping Centre dances a fine line between Indian and European cuisines to sweet success

GRILL/STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

CHINESE/CONTEMPORARY CHINESE

INDIAN

ITALIAN/CONTEMPORARY...