Review: WIP on the Park
April 28th, 2025
It’s always a real treat to return to WIP on the Park, city centre traffic woes notwithstanding. We [...]
Category: Sean's Restaurant Reviews
02
Oct
Hwang Jin Yi at Desa Sri Hartamas: Restaurant Review
From the seas of Korea to the suburbs of KL: Hwang Jin Yi is a hidden cove In Sri Hartamas where the bounty of the ocean comes flooding in, awash with everything from puffer fish bulgogi to steamed stuffed sea bream, hairtail fish to tile fish, skate fish pancakes & croaker fish stew to pollack hot pot.
01
Oct
Nobu at Kuala Lumpur and Melbourne: Restaurant Review
Sean Yoong gives Nobu KL's signature blend of Japanese cuisine with Peruvian and South American influences an appraisal.
30
Sep
Red Lobster Malaysia at The Intermark: Restaurant Review
The American crustacean specialist Red Lobster landed in Malaysia this week bringing with them their tagline that calls on customers to "sea food differently".
29
Sep
Chef's Table Dinners at Topshelf,TTDI: Restaurant Review
Topshelf has introduced omakase-style chef's table dinners, expected to take place on the final Sunday of every month, featuring exclusive multi-course menu.
28
Sep
The Bar by Sam Kinugawa at Empire Damansara: Restaurant Review
The Bar - a name that's markedly minimalist - is spearheaded by Japanese bartender Osam "Sam" Kinugawa and his Malaysian partner, Chin.
27
Sep
Vina Del Rey at Nexus, Bangsar South: Restaurant Review
Here's another new watering hole with potential: Vina Del Rey, a wine bar in Bangsar South's Nexus complex.
27
Sep
The.Bngsr Tavern at Telawi: Restaurant Review
Sean Yoong visits 'a local tavern with a fusion twist,' this singularly spelled new bar is banking on a bright future in Bangsar.
26
Sep
Purple Pasta at Oasis Ara Damansara: Restaurant Review
A purple reign has dawned in Oasis Ara Damansara. Purple Pasta is particularly popular among office workers for lunch due to its no-frills RM5 pastas.
25
Sep
Nosh Up at Jaya Shopping Centre: Restaurant Review
Nosh Up, probably the prettiest cafe in Jaya Shopping Centre, has a menu infused with intriguing twists.
24
Sep
The Cafe More at The Fare: Restaurant Review
The Cafe More at The Fare, another sunshine-blessed outpost in the Mont Kiara neighbourhood, with a wide menu and an extensive selection of beverages.
24
Sep
Cafe K at Kiaraville, Mont Kiara: Restaurant Review
Cool new Korean cafes have popped up in Mont Kiara; here's a look at the family-run Cafe K, hidden inside the Kiaraville condominium.
23
Sep
Japanese Weekend Buffet, Makishima Japanese Restaurant at Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Sultan Ismail: Restaurant Review
Sean Yoong heads back to Makishima for its newly launched weekend buffet.
22
Sep
Rendez-Vous French Restaurant: Restaurant Review
Third trip to Rendez-Vouz for pork pate, salmon terrine, quiche and more!
21
Sep
Mercat Barcelona Gastrobar at Telawi, Bangsar: Restaurant Preview
Catalan cooking is set to shine soon in Bangsar, thanks to this upcoming restaurant helmed by expat chef David Caral.
20
Sep
Wild Coffee + Tea at Puchong: Restaurant Review
Wild Coffee & Tea supplies much more than coffee & tea; the selection sweeps through a wide swath of Asia.
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