There’s no such thing as too much romance on Valentine’s Day. This year, sky’s the limit when it comes to treating your beloved at these skyview restaurants in Kuala Lumpur
Valentine’s Day is a week away – the day where we celebrate love, romance, and our relationships. It’s also the time when couples duel in the annual battle of “who gets the better gift” to keep the fire burning. Though let’s face it, nothing says extravagant and romantic like a sumptuous dinner for two at a dimly-lit restaurant and mood music. That’s why we’ve rounded up 8 of our favourite dining spots in Kuala Lumpur with a beautiful skyline view on the side, so this year you can up your Valentine’s game!
Nobu
Nobu Kuala Lumpur’s Chef Philip Leong and team are dishing out a beautifully elegant 7-course Valentine Omakase from the 13th to 16th February that’s sure to impress. The dreamy menu features luxurious ingredients that will undoubtedly show your significant other how much you mean to them – from unctuous uni to delicate candied rose petals. The omakase menu is priced at RM550++ per person. W noburestaurants.com
Cantaloupe
Whether you’re treating your beloved to a dreamy warm-lit dinner or romantic lunch, you’ll get one with an amazing view at Cantaloupe by Troika Sky Dining. They’re dishing out a spread that will hit all the right notes, from fresh oysters and delicate scallops to sea bass in a dreamy béarnaise and scrumptious lobster ravioli. Their Valentine’s Lunch menu starts from RM250++ per person, while the dinner menu starts from RM450++ per person. W troikaskydining.com/cantaloupe/
Entier
Dinner for two? Mais oui! Nothing says romance like fine French fare, even more so when you’re feeding each other caviar while enjoying the cityline at sunset from Entier at Alila Bangsar. Entier’s 5-course Je t’aime Chef’s Tasting Menu features dishes that are made to share with your other half. They are serving up sinful starters and delicately flavoured entrées that will tease both your tastebuds and your partner. The sharing menu will be available from 13th to 16th of February, at RM390 per person inclusive of a welcome glass of Sparkling Rosé. W entierfrenchdining.com
Cielo
Tuck into the finest from the sea and off the grill while overlooking the majestic Kuala Lumpur skyline from the rooftop of Cielo KL. Is there really any moment more breathtaking than that? With a selection of the freshest seafood and hand-cut steaks, their culinary offerings will make any carnivore’s heart flutter! W cielokl.com
TRACE
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with a rustic yet sumptuous meal overlooking the Petronas Twin Towers at TRACE restaurant and bar. Enjoy a candle-lit, romantic setting while savouring their Love is in the Air 5-course fusion menu that’s priced at RM388 nett per couple (window seats are an added RM100). Dishes include a classic Chicken Roulade with Apple Fennel Chutney and Microgreens, and a hearty Rack of Lamb with Roasted Butternut Pumpkin and Kalamata Olive Reduction. W marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/kulel-element-kuala-lumpur/
Sabayon
Whisk your date away with fine flavours of the West at Sabayon at EQ Kuala Lumpur. This trendy yet upscale restaurant features modern European fare in a cosy contemporary ambience with an unbeatable view of the Petronas Twin Towers and the KL Tower. Each dish is meticulously prepared with premium imported ingredients and local products, and the kitchen is helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Hans Boren – so you know your evening will truly be something special. W eqkualalumpur.com/dining/sabayon
Fuego
Turn the heat up this Valentine’s at Fuego for a passion-fuelled 5-course dinner. Priced at RM350++ per person, expect unique, explosive notes in each dish. Courses to look out for are their Smoked Oyster Guacamole that puts a new spin on oyster dishes, and the Slipper Lobster with Guajillo Chilli, Shoyu and Egg Gratin. This is perfect if you and your S.O. enjoy both thrilling flavours and views. W troikaskydining.com/fuego
Marini’s on 57
As the sun goes down in KL, the romance is elevated. Spend this Valentine’s Day with a Mediterranean twist at Marini’s on 57, where you can both indulge in hearty Italian fare while basking in the city skyline. Couples can enjoy dishes such as Foie Gras Crème Brûlée with Black Truffle and Hazelnut, and an MB5 Wagyu Tenderloin. Non-meat eaters also get to indulge with Marini’s vegetarian menu that’s just as indulgent with dishes like Mushroom Risotto with Burrata Espuma and Pumpkin Terrine with Taleggio Cheese and Black Truffle. Prices for the vegetarian menu start at RM1599++, while the non-vegetarian menu starts from RM1699++. W marinis57.com