On 13 December 2022, the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur and Penang presented its inaugural selection and awarded Bib Gourmand distinction to of a total of 32 restaurants and food establishments in Malaysia.
With 15 based in Kuala Lumpur and 17 in Penang, the selected restaurants were judged based on the same five criteria:
- Quality of the ingredients;
- Mastery of cooking techniques;
- Harmony of the flavours;
- Expression of the chef’s personality in the cuisine; and
- Consistency over time and across the menu.
Among the eateries selected by MICHELIN Guide Malaysia 2023, these four are awarded with one MICHELIN star!
1. Dewakan (Kuala Lumpur)
Looking for a place for fine dining in KL? Dewakan would never disappoint your taste buds.
Adapting a modern take on the rare Malaysian ingredients and food culture, they are providing you unique dining experience with innovative dishes and fantastic alcohol pairing. The KL view is simply a bonus!
Dewakan, KL
Address:
Platinum Park, Level 48, Skyviews, Naza Tower @, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Business Hours:
Monday – Saturday 6:00pm – 11:30pm
Closed on Sundays
Contact:
+6012-789 6720
Website: www.dewakan.my
Facebook/Instagram: @dewakanmy
(Picture Credit: Facebook @dewakanmy)
2. DC by Darren Chin (Kuala Lumpur)
A gem in TTDI, serving modern French cuisine in a 3-storey building built in the 1970s. Each floor provides different dining experience, where first floor being DC restaurant’s main dining area.
Set in a formal environment, they fulfil the adventurous food enthusiast in you by providing a daily changing prix fixe menu and their unique touch of flavour combinations.
Honouring the principles of the Slow Food Movement, you can expect use of the best product with zero wastage, and nothing but good, clean, fair food.
DC Restaurant
Address:
No 44 Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Business Hours:
Tuesday – Sunday 7:00pm to 11:30pm
Contact:
+603-77310502
+6012-2232991
Website: www.restaurant-dc.com
Facebook: @DarrenChinRestaurant
Instagram: @dc_restaurant
(Picture Credit: https://www.restaurant-dc.com, Facebook @DarrenChinRestaurant)
3. Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery (Penang)
This family-style restaurant holds a special place in many Penang-ians’ hearts. As the name suggests, they serve authentic Nyonya cuisine that keeps you wanting more! It is everything you want from a family-friendly restaurant – big portion, packed flavor, great service and casual atmosphere. If you are planning on a trip to Penang, do yourself a favor by booking a table at Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery!
Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery
Address:
1, Bishop St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Business Hours:
Tuesday – Sunday 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Closed on Monday
Contact:
+6017-434 4398
Facebook: Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery
(Picture Credit: Facebook @ Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery)
4. Restaurant au Jardin (Penang)
A great option for fine dining in the beautiful Penang – Restaurant au Jardin serves modern European artisan menu developed by Chef Kim Hock. You can expect carefully but boldly crafted dishes that reflect both culinary tradition and innovation.
Do note that Restaurant au Jardin has a smart dress code during evenings – “Jackets are preferred, shirt with a collar, long pants and covered footwear are required for gentlemen”.
Restaurant au Jardin
Address:
125, Jalan Timah, 10150 George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
Business Hours:
Thursday – Sunday
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Closed on Monday – Wednesday
Contact: +6012-428 9594
Website: www.restaurant-aujardin.com
Facebook: @aujardinpg
Instagram: @restaurantaujardin
(Picture Credit: Tatler Asia,restaurant-aujardin.com)
MICHELIN Guide Malaysia 2023: Kuala Lumpur and Penang
Besides the four restaurant awarded one MICHELIN star, with the same pride we introduce you the restaurants in KL and Penang that are selected for the Bib Gourmand Award:
Kuala Lumpur
- Ah Hei Bak Kut Teh, Jalan Imbi
- Aliyaa, Damansara Heights
- Anak Baba, Brickfields
- Congkak, Bukit Bintang
- Dancing Fish, Bangsar
- De Wan 1958
- Hai Kah Lang, Cheras
- Heun Kee Claypot Rice, Pudu
- Hing Kee Bak Kut Teh, Jalan Kepong
- Lai Foong Lala Noodles
- Nam Heong Chicken Rice
- Nasi Ayam Hainan Chee Ming Jalan Klang Lama
- Restoran Pik Wah
- Sao NamWong Mei Kee, Pudu
Penang
- Bridge Street Prawn Mee
- Communal Table by Gen
- Duck Blood Curry Mee
- Green House Prawn Mee and Loh Mee
- Ivy’s Nyonya Cuisine
- Ming Qing Charcoal Char Koay Teow
- Moh Teng Pheow Nyonya Kuih
- Neighbourwood
- Penang Road Famous Laksa
- Rasa Rasa
- Sardaaji
- Taman Bukit Curry Mee
- Tek Sen
- Thara
- Theebi Pandarams
- Tho Yuen
- Wan Dou Tou Assam Laksa
Full list available here!
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