Here’s The Eat List for September, with 12 new restaurants and cafés worth adding to your must-try map.
1. Hide-Chan Ramen
This legendary Hakata-style tonkotsu gem – awarded a Bib Gourmand recognition in New York from 2012 to 2014 – is back, now as a six-month pop-up at Lot 10’s J’s Gate Dining from 8 August 2025 to January 2026. The rich, creamy pork broth (MSG-free) is a standout, with signature bowls like Aka-Hide and Kuro-Hide, plus special KL-only dishes such as the Hakata-style Maze-Soba and sizzling Clay-pot Mapo-Men.
Address: Level 4, Lot 10, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:30am – 10pm (daily)
Contact: +603-2110 2366
2. Meraki Dining
New to Section 17 in PJ, diners at Meraki Dining can expect contemporary Asian and modern Malaysian offerings in a sleek venue helmed by Chef LC and Chef Kumar. Local flavours are celebrated here with a refined twist, with some standouts like the Lamb Shoulder, Chilled Sōmen, and Chicken Rice Risotto. Order your own main or a few dishes to split amongst a group, and finish off with desserts like the Crème Caramel, Chrysanthemum Lychee Jelly, or Mini Tiramisu.
Address: Ground Floor, No.22A, Jalan 17/54, Section 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 10:00pm (closed on Tuesdays)
3. Tai Tai Cafe by JustGood
Stylish and playful, female-led Tai Tai Cafe delivers café fare with a Southeast Asian twist. Highlights include the Coriander Pesto Spaghettini (tangled with fried ikan bilis, clams, prawns, calamari) and cheeky desserts like tiramisu made with kuih bahulu and Pulut & Mango with pandan pulut, mango, pomegranate, and coconut cream.
Address: G-04, The Campus Ampang, Lot 7706, Jalan Kolam Air Lama, Ukay Heights, 68000 Ampang, Selangor
Opening hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm daily
Contact: +603-2740 5332
4. Bacio Italian Kitchen
This new pork-free Italian eatery in Mont Kiara promises brio and charm with a variety of pastas, mains, and pizzas showcasing authentic Italian flavours. On the menu are Italian classics like Fritto de Mare, Tagliatelle al Ragu di Agnello (Tagliatelle Lamb Ragout), Tagliata di Manzo Alla Griglia ((Charcoal Grilled Black Angus Ribeye), the very unique Polpo e Patate (octopus and potato) pizza, and desserts like Tiramisu. Aside from the food, what speaks to us is its chic space that is clean, inviting, and is flooded with natural light.
Address: B.LOT MK, Block B, Kiosk 5, Lot 1908, Jalan Kiara 5, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am – 3:30pm, and 5:30pm – 11:00pm daily
Contact: +6010-399 7008
5. Gamtan Korean Cuisine
Hot off the buzz from Singapore, Gamtan Korean Cuisine – renowned for its ultra-premium meats and traditional sotbap dishes – is making its way across the Causeway with a brand new branch in KL. In Singapore, Gamtan is famed as the only spot serving King Galbi – a rare USDA Prime rib cut that’s been marinated for at least six hours to achieve a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. While many details are still under wraps, the restaurant is slated to open its doors on September 11th.
6. A Long Table
Influenced by the founders’ travels across the globe, A Long Table is slated to be a quiet and reflective space inspired by Japanese teahouse traditions. With an experiential space that’s anchored by a large communal table and great for supper clubs and other events alike, the teahouse will be offering seasonal drinks and pairings, curated and guided by memory, observation, and thoughtful sourcing.
Address: REXKL UP, Jalan Hang Lekir, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
7. Omna
This new wood-fired pizza and pasta parlour opened towards the end of August at Cantara Retail and has an extensive menu featuring sharing plates, soups and salads, mains, brunch options, pizza, pasta, and desserts. Few highlights that are not to be missed include its carbonara-inspired Omna Signature Pizza, topped with beef bacon, mushrooms, and egg yolk, and the succulent Wagyu Wonder Burger.
Address: G-LG-05, Cantara Retail Jalan PJU 1A/42B Pusat Dagangan NZX, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 10:30am – 9:30pm (Mondays to Fridays), 9:30am – 9:30pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Contact: +6018-372 0896
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8. Looozer
After a year of pop-ups, KL’s matcha aficionado Looozer has finally opened its first kiosk in The Pocket. Their specialty? Bright, Uji-sourced matcha – cold-whisked for enhanced sweetness – and a trendy space for green-tea connoisseurs. Aside from classic matcha beverages, Looozer also prepares its own fruit purées for some fun matcha concoctions and other thirst quenchers.
Address: F1, 1st floor, The Pocket, 139, Jalan Sungai Besi, Pudu, 57100 Sungai Besi, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:00am – 8:00pm (closed on Thursdays)
Contact: +6011-1246 2088
9. Merdeka Grill
The spanking new Park Hyatt KL has opened atop Malaysia’s tallest tower, Merdeka 118, and on level 75, Merdeka Grill delivers a luxe, modern grill experience with tableside finishing, sustainable produce, and not forgetting, breathtaking city views, complemented by a curated selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. A three-course set menu and à la carte grill selections await lunchtime patrons, whereas signature dishes prepared or finished tableside dinner guests.
Address: Warisan Merdeka Tower, Level 75, Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Presint Merdeka 118, 50118 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 3:00pm, 6:00pm – 10:30pm daily
Contact: +603-2303 2721
10. The Bread Bar
Riding the wave of overwhelming love for its TTDI outpost – known for its flaky croissants, deeply fermented sourdough, and a surprisingly ambitious dinner menu that won over even skeptics – The Bread Bar is now planting roots in Publika. The café is a go-to not just for breakfast and brunch lovers, but also for those seeking a refined evening bite, with standout dishes like jerk chicken and beef char siu, cleverly paired with its signature bread service. Expect the same artisan baking ethos, cosy ambience, and all-day appeal.
Address: Lot 52 & 53, Level G2 Publika Shopping Gallery Solaris Dutamas, 1, Jln Dutamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8:00am – 10:00pm daily
Contact: +6012-436 5626
11. Contour
Tucked away in PJ Old Town, Contour is the artisanal roastery-bakery from four-time Malaysia Barista Champion Jason Loo. Behind the rustic charm of this two–storey café lies a serious baking and coffee pedigree: expect flaky almond croissants, daifuku red bean danishes, fig cakes, and sourdough loaves, all baked in-house beside a dedicated roasting room. Its expanded “Contour 2.0” bakery next door brings fresh Scandinavian-industrial flair and playful creations, like the Not-So-Asian Bun. Whether you’re after a velvety espresso or visual-worthy pastries, Contour delivers with both craft and charisma.
Address: 55, Jalan 1/12, PJ Old Town, 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm daily
Contact: +6011-1673 5503
12. Ramen Monster
Hidden inside a yatai-style mobile stall in Taman OUG, Ramen Monster is an unexpected delight that pairs deep, authentic tonkotsu-style bowls with specialty pour-over coffee in a café-meets-ramen setup. The must-try Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen greets you with fragrant, cloudy pork-bone broth, springy noodles, custardy egg, and tender chashu – an experience you’d expect in Japan, but delightfully realised in KL. For a luxe twist, try the Truffle Shoyu Ramen, topped with rich truffle paste and sous-vide duck breast for extra decadence.
Address: 139, Jln Sungai Besi, Sungai Besi, 57100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12:00pm – 9:00pm (closed on Thursdays)
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