Welcome back, food hunters! November 2025 is here, and KL + PJ’s dining scene is on fire. From sky-high Langkasuka flavours to Japanese roll cakes, Texas-inspired Americana cafés, and charcoal-kissed grills this month is packed with openings that will awaken your inner foodie.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to explore something new (or reward yourself after a long week) this is it.
Let’s dive into the hottest new restaurants, cafés & bars worth discovering this month.
1. GAIA’S — Langkasuka Heritage With a Skyline View
Perched on Level 37 of ILHAM Tower, Gaia’s KL brings ancient Langkasuka flavours into a modern, soulful dining experience. With a Mibrasa charcoal oven powering its kitchen, expect dishes kissed by smoke, spice, and tradition.
Must-try: Cod otak-otak, chargrilled mackerel masak nanas, signature daging salai.
📍 ILHAM Tower, Level 37
⏰ Tue–Sat, 6pm–10.30pm
☎️ +6012 600 0371
2. BATTERED — The One-Dish Legend
Fish & chips. That’s it. One item on the menu, and they nail it every time. Crispy, airy, flavour-packed this British-style spot at REXKL is confidently simple and dangerously satisfying.
📍 Food Fiction @ REXKL
⏰ Thu–Sun, 12pm–10pm
3. THE GREAT CHASE — London’s Halal Favourite Lands in KL
London’s famous halal eatery is here, serving British classics that hit hard.
Don’t leave without ordering: Lamb roast & beef wellington juicy, tender, unforgettable.
📍 Solaris Dutamas
⏰ Wed–Sun (11am–3pm) | Tue–Sun (5pm–10pm)
4. NUI52 GRILL — New York-Style Korean BBQ
An elevated Korean BBQ night awaits at The Row. With premium cuts like Migyeongsan Hanwoo and curated combo sets for every group size, this is where you go when you want Korean BBQ…but fancy.
📍 The Row, KL
⏰ Tue–Sun, 5.30pm–10pm
5. FIEL BY KAYS — Fire, Smoke, and Flavour
Located in the brand-new KLGCC Mall, Fiel by Kays is all about flame-forward cooking. From lobster to duck breast to Hanwoo steaks, everything hits the grill beautifully. Add in their refined starters and desserts you’re feasting right.
📍 KLGCC Mall
⏰ Daily, 12pm–10pm
6. CHARA — Bangsar’s New Flame-Focused Hero
With an open-flame grill at the heart of its kitchen, Chara is bold and smoky in all the right ways.
Highlights include durian wood-smoked Angus ribs, a tomahawk to remember, and a four-course chef’s dinner for the indecisive.
📍 Bangsar, Telawi 3
⏰ Tue–Sun, 5pm–12am
7. ONE BRICK DROP — Modern Japanese Comfort
A cosy Japanese café with industrial vibes and sunlight-drenched corners. The uni pasta, engawa claypot rice, and nori tacos are already crowd favourites. Perfect for reading, relaxing or a quiet catch-up.
📍 Jalan Damai, KL
⏰ Daily, 12pm–9pm
8. PATINA — A Slice of Texas Nostalgia
Retro Americana meets KL at Patina. Packed with vintage memorabilia, this café pairs nostalgic vibes with simple coffees and desserts. A warm, aesthetic hideout for slow afternoons.
📍 Heritage Valley KL
⏰ Tue–Thu 1pm–11pm | Fri–Sun 1pm–12am
9. PADANG TEDUH — Homey Malay Comfort
Located at The Campus Ampang, Padang Teduh serves memories on a plate — ayam cili, cucur ikan bilis, nasi goreng petai and kuih-muih galore. A perfect pit stop for family, friends, or solo comfort meals.
📍 The Campus Ampang
⏰ Tue–Sun, 10am–10pm
10. KOTSU KOTSU — Japanese Roll Cake Heaven
Soft, fluffy, and beautifully balanced roll cakes are the star here. Muslim-friendly and fruit-forward, this patisserie is a dessert lover’s paradise.
📍 Desa Sri Hartamas
⏰ Daily, 12pm–11pm
11. APRICOT BY PEACHES & CREAM — European Comfort Food
MyTOWN’s newest European-inspired food stop delivers sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, and amazing gluten-free options. A wholesome, hearty place for everyone.
📍 MyTOWN Shopping Centre
⏰ Daily, 10am–10pm
12. FUWA FUWA SOCIAL CLUB — Coffee x Fashion
Designer Cassey Gan brings fashion into the café world. Expect bright colours, signature patterns, and stylish vibes plus lattes and madeleines while you browse her apparel.
📍 Taman Bukit Desa
⏰ Tue–Sat, 11am–6pm
13. CHICKEN CLUB — Fried Chicken + Beer Heaven
For late-night cravings or post-work unwinding, this Petaling Jaya spot hits the sweet spot with crunchy fried chicken (original or spicy), noodles, rice bowls, and a solid drink selection.
📍 B.Land, PJ
⏰ Tue–Sun (timings vary)
14. NEO BAR — Cocktails With a Story
Located next to Gaia’s, Neo Bar delivers artistic cocktails inspired by nostalgia. Try Childhood Truce (think Neapolitan ice cream reimagined). Plus, the terrace has one of KL’s best sunset views.
📍 ILHAM Tower
⏰ Tue–Sat, 6pm–1am
15. LE COMPTOIR — A Citrus-Driven Comeback
Alila Bangsar’s iconic bar is back with a new citrus-forward identity. Sip on the Roku Gin-based Shimbumi Citrus or the whisky-infused Nami Cloud. Non-alcoholic options included all elegant, all refreshing.
📍 Alila Bangsar
⏰ Daily, 12pm–4pm | 6pm–10pm
