11 Best Halal Food in Bukit Bintang
Since Malaysia is predominantly an Islamic country, it’s important to have halal options and thankfully, that’s exactly the case at Bukit Bintang. Throughout the years this area has established itself as one of the hottest places for foodies to hunt for the tastiest dishes.
Not only does it offer a wide variety of cuisines but it’s also home to dishes that adhere to different kinds of diets. So, let’s keep it halal and check out our recommendations below!
1. Damascus
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
If you’re on the hunt for halal-friendly shawarma, we have just the place for you. Found on the ground floor of the WOLO Hotel in Bukit Bintang is a nice shawarma spot called Damascus, and don’t worry, you won’t have to book a stay to dine here!
We encountered this restaurant during one of our late-night cravings and trust us when we say that it was an absolute godsend! They had tons of Middle Eastern dishes at bay but we had to try their beef shawarma as the aroma piqued our attention.
It’s safe to say that it was the perfect decision as this delicious roll didn’t disappoint at all. The tender beef chunks inside were oozing with flavour and were only made better by the usual fix-ins of your typical shawarma such e.g. tomatoes and white onions.
We also appreciated their varied menu as they offered vegetarian options as well. We tried some of the dishes under this category for ourselves including the lentil soup and the Greek salad and they were alright.
By then, we realised that the main highlights of their restaurant were indeed the shawarma and kebab. But hey, at least all the items that we ordered were extremely affordable so it was still a win.
Overall, we had a great time here in Damascus, even though the place is crowded and we didn’t get to really bask in the ambience. In fact, the crowdedness was the only thing we didn’t like which is almost always a guarantee in this place which is good for them of course.
Pros
- Delicious shawarma
- Vegetarian options
- Wide variety of Middle Eastern dishes
Cons
- Long queue equals a slightly long serving time
- Limited space
Customer Reviews
Dine in | Lunch | RM 20–40
“The beef shawarma is very different than what we had experienced before from other restaurants. Very flavourful, meaty and wow. Quite different from what we had at our staple middle eastern restaurant. No complaint about the drinks. Very good behaviour.” —Samad Talukder, Google Reviews
Take out | Dinner | RM 1–20
“The stall is always crowded by a lot of customers, the queue is that great long but everything is in fast process. They offer hot Shawarma with various options, I chose a regular set meal with mixed meats, so good to my taste. Price is nice too. Must tryyy!!!” —Vu Hoang Phuc Le, Google Reviews
2. Suki-Ya
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
During those rainy days in Kuala Lumpur, we love to visit Suki-Ya and treat ourselves to their delicious hot pot packages.
Personally, we think that this is hands-down one of the best hot pot spots in the capital. The variety and taste are here, and the best part is that they’re offered at a reasonable price!
Our go-to order here is the shabu-shabu and for good reason. This package contains razor-thin beef slices that are the perfect vessels for the flavour that the simmering konbu broth brings to the table.
Furthermore, their menu is inclusive as well! Aside from being halal-friendly, Suki-Ya has a separate section for vegetarians called the Healthy Bar. This is where we try to balance out our meat consumption with different kinds of vegetables and of course just to make us feel better.
Ambience-wise, we can’t really complain about anything as it was thoroughly clean and the interior design was simple yet elegant. We think it also helps that the restaurant itself is located inside the Pavillion which is one of the most beautiful malls in KL.
Since it’s a hot spot for hot pot, Suki-Ya is almost always packed with customers, especially during peak times. This was the only downside to our experience as we found ourselves waiting around 15 minutes before getting a table.
Plus, the packed nature of the restaurant also led the service to be slightly slower than we liked. Nonetheless, we still enjoyed our time here.
Pros
- Reasonably-priced hot pot packages
- Simple yet elegant interior decor
Cons
- Slightly slow service
- Long queues
Customer Reviews
Well worth it
“Amazing place for hot pot and shabu-shabu. you pay one price for unlimited meat: lamb, chicken and beef as well as a vegetable buffet and sushi. absolutely delicious. the staff are slightly unstaffed although other than that it’s always a great experience that definitely fills you up.” —siobhaindoyle, Tripadvisor
Dine in | Lunch
“Overall satisfied the dine in. I chose KimChi and Japanese-style soup. Slices meats are of nice quality. Beef, chicken & lamb are served as your needs unlimited. I was sitting just right in the corner of the veggie and drink bar, I loved it. Drinks for lemongrass and green tea ice were free flow and the rest have to Top up as price listed. Seats in the restaurant were fully occupied within the 120mins when we dined in. Any excess time would be additional charged RM5 for 15mins block. Lunch buffet would be until 5 pm before the dinner started.” —Carl Lie, Google Reviews
3. Halab Gate
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Another shawarma joint we highly recommend is Halab Gate. With over five years under its belt, this eatery has long been established as the go-to place for shawarma lovers and we’re one of them!
If you want to try our regular, check out if the beef cheese shawarma is to your liking. We come back to this place from time to time just because of this gooey goodness and the best part is that it won’t burn a hole in your pocket!
As for its ambience, we loved how it’s a no-frills eatery, as it sets out to do one thing, which is to serve high-quality shawarma. It doesn’t feature indoor seating or any kind of fancy interior decor.
Instead, it’s more of a to-go spot where you can either eat their offerings at home or at the street, which is a pure al-fresco experience.
We also want to praise the staff of this small-time eatery, as each member is highly attentive, even during peak hours. Furthermore, they were friendly and accommodating–two of the most important things we look for in customer service.
The only thing we didn’t like about the restaurant was that its meat can sometimes be a bit too dry for our liking. It’s a small thing on paper, but it impacts the dish in a way that we think will rub other people the wrong way.
Nonetheless, we still love this place because of its world-class service, delicious shawarma and overall authentic dining experience.
Pros
- Authentic shawarma
- Cheap prices
- Street-side dining experience
Cons
- No indoor seating
- Dry meat
Customer Reviews
Really good
“Meat (Beef) Cheese Shawarma was really good. The meat was a bit dry but still, the juice was oozing out. Comes with garlic cream sauce. With good condiments such as onion and cilantro too. This was RM15.00.” —Jen Chong Wong, Google Reviews
Best Shawarma in kl
“I stayed in the area for 7 years most of the time I am always dropping to the place after office. I am always ordering the chicken shawarma and Avocado Shake. Recommended to my family and friends and they loved it.” —ivy86868, Tripadvisor
4. BBQ Nights
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
One restaurant that stood out during our hunt for the best halal dishes around Bukit Bintang is BBQ Nights. This is because the restaurant immediately piqued our attention because of the aroma coming from its premises.
When we went to the restaurant, our mouths were already watering, as different dishes were already being prepared such as kebab and hummus. Fortunately, we were able to grab a table and from there, we ordered lamp chops and hummus.
Starting with the lamb chops, we loved how well-seasoned they were. Each bite out of the tender meat of this dish was exploding with spice, which we personally love as opposed to those bland kebabs offered in other restaurants.
The hummus is also worth mentioning as it was the perfect balance between creamy and acidic thanks to the freshly-squeezed lemon. It had a generous serving of chickpeas which was also delicious and perfectly cooked.
As for the interior decor, there’s not much to look at, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. It’s your typical eatery, complete with plastic chairs and tables that make the dining experience much more authentic.
It doesn’t have air-conditioning but it is compensated for by having an open layout making the premises well ventilated.
Expect this place to be packed, especially during lunchtime. Yes, this is good for their business, but the long waiting time can be a bit irritating, especially when you start smelling the dishes being served to other customers.
Pros
- Wide variety of halal-friendly dishes
- Cheap prices
- Attentive staff
Cons
- Lack of air-conditioning
- Overall ambience is subpar
- Hard to get tables
Customer Reviews
Never hard sells their products
“We’ve been there twice, today and last night. We decided to come back because the food was surprisingly good and authentically tasty, even the Masala Chai tea. Delicious!! The portion is big and the price is worth it for what you get.
We’ve got cheese naan, hummus, chicken seekh kebab and chicken tikka… amazing!!
Last but not least the service has been kind and fast. If you are in the area we highly recommend giving it a try!!” —Sara S, Tripadvisor
So delicious!
“We went for lunch here twice during our time in Kuala Lumpur as the food was so delicious! On the days we went, Monday and Tuesday, they had combo meals for 15RM – 25RM, which included rice or naan. Would definitely recommend!!” —Benjamin Bradbury, Google Reviews
5. Luk Yu Tea House
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Located in The Starhill Dining is a nice halal-friendly restaurant called Luk Yu Tea House. This amazing restaurant offers Chinese, Cantonese and Asian dishes, but with a twist!
One of our favourites from their menu is the pork-free dim sum. These delicious pockets of meaty goodness are paired great with their in-house sauce and soup, which makes the dish extra flavourful.
Another dish we recommend from their menu is fried radish cake. This soft and delectable dish gave off an amazing aroma and its savoury flavour was something special too.
As for its ambience, you can expect to experience all the things you would from a fine-dining restaurant. Fixed with elegant interior design elements such as low-hanging ceiling lights and plush chairs, you’ll immediately feel the classiness of this place.
The biggest and most glaring problem here, however, is the price. Since it’s a fine-dining establishment, you can expect to pay a little more as opposed to your regular restaurants.
This is fine once you put your head around the quality of food and overall dining experience, but for some people, the price may be a bit too much. Furthermore, we didn’t like how the service charge is a bit too pricey as well.
Pros
- Classy interior
- Delicious halal-friendly Chinese dishes
- Great service
Cons
- Expensive prices including service charge
Customer Reviews
Great experience
“ I was really happy with superb Chinese food prepared by skillful chefs in this traditional restaurant. I was cordially greeted on arrival. The table I was assigned to gave me opportunity to watch chefs preparing food. I enjoyed all the dishes I took. The price is fair and affordable.”—SZeli, Tripadvisor
Dine in | Lunch | RM 40–60
“Dimsum always lies in the freshness of prawns and here, prawns are the real deal. The prawn dumplings, fritters, and even fried rice, are fresh, succulent and juicy. The steamed fish is delicious too. Most importantly, the place is clean and newly renovated, the ambience very delightful and the customer service is very welcoming. Melinda in particular was very attentive and made the whole dining experience like super VIP. Thank you for the good service and sumptuous meal”—Live ‘N Give, Google Reviews
6. 28 Fireplace
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
If you’re looking for a chill breakfast spot that serves amazing halal dishes, we recommend visiting 28 Fireplace. Although a bit of a trip is required to reach it from Bukit Bintang, we can say with confidence that it’s well worth it!
This quaint cafe is oozing with charm, from its striking blue and white-coloured walls to its wooden finishes. It also gives off a cosy vibe, especially when you order one of their delicious coffee drinks.
As for their menu, it’s also worthy of praise thanks to its variety of halal-friendly offerings. We were initially overwhelmed when we saw their wide selection but we eventually ended up getting their pandan gm waffle.
When we think of pandan, we don’t immediately think of waffles but trying this dessert made us fans! The pandan flavour wasn’t too overpowering but instead, it complemented the usual waffle taste that we were accustomed to.
Aside from that, their coffee drinks were commendable as well. We ordered a frappe and a flat white, and both of them were spectacular, which made us think that they really know what they were doing.
Furthermore, we loved how the staff were accommodating throughout our entire stay at the cafe. It made us feel more comfortable with trying out what they had to offer.
Overall, it was a great experience dining here. The only problem that we encountered was its limited parking space which was gruelling.
Pros
- Cosy atmosphere
- Delicious pastries
- Expertly-made coffee drinks
Cons
- Limited parking space, especially during peak hours
Customer Reviews
Dine in | Breakfast | RM 60–80
“Do yourself a favour and visit this lovely place in Ampang. Although you have to order at the counter, the staff truly cares about your experience and is super attentive. The food is amazing as well. I ordered their salmon benefit, egg Florentine and an Aussie iced coffee. I got unlucky as when I was about to order another coffee, their coffee machine had some problems so I ordered a cider lemonade which was superb on warm days. The atmosphere is chill and you can bring along friends to hang out and have a good chat here.” —Aegis iStatic, Google Reviews
Dine in | Lunch | RM 60–80
“Cozy environment to chill. I enjoyed avocado quinoa tabbouleh, original butter cake and croissant where no other place can bet. A place worth visiting. Looking forward to my next visit.”—Gabriel Yeap
7. Al-Halabi Gourmet Restaurant
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
A restaurant we wanted to highlight for offering one of the most inclusive menus we’ve ever seen in KL is Al-Halabi Gourmet Restaurant. We heard a lot about it for some time now so we finally decided to see what all the fuss was about, and thankfully we did.
For starters, Al-Halabi Gourmet Restaurant is a beautiful restaurant. It’s one of those establishments where our dining experience was made much better just because of its ambience.
Their menu was expansive and inclusive at the same time. They had a myriad of vegetarian, vegan and of course, halal-friendly dishes that all looked tantalising on paper.
We ended up going for the classic kebab as one of our mains as it’s something that you can never go wrong with when dining in a restaurant like this. Fortunately, the decision paid off, as we were treated to the most tender and flavorful stick lamb meat we’ve ever tried in our lives.
One thing we did notice, however, was that some of their dishes were inconsistent. For instance, the beef kebab was perfectly cooked but the chicken was a bit too dry for our liking.
The overall taste of their dishes was still good though. It’s just a small thing that we noticed during our time here and it didn’t ruin the experience at all.
Pros
- Beautiful interior decor
- Delicious Middle Eastern dishes
- Wide variety of dishes
Cons
- Inconsistent dishes
- Slightly pricey menu
Customer Reviews
Beautiful experience and tasty food
“This restaurant was a highlight of our visit to KL. Beautifully presented, you can tell that the owner has poured their heart and soul into the restaurant, to provide a pleasant experience for guests. The food was delicious, with very generous serving sizes. I enjoyed the fresh pomegranate juice too. Unfortunately, we didn’t have room for dessert, but there was a large, delicious looking range of baklava, other pastries, dried fruit and nuts on offer.” —EmmaMClark, Tripadvisor
A taste to please
“We dined in tonight and looked through the extensive menu, so many delicious looking dishes all photographed to assist our choice. We ordered two, lamb slow-cooked in yoghurt and rice and shawarma. Both were absolutely delicious, juicy and tasty. To complete the pleasure of dining, the restaurant has a nice ambience and tasteful middle eastern decor. The staff were very friendly and obliging. We will return on our next visit to KL.” —B7196GOchristined, Tripadvisor
8. Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
When we’re craving Middle Eastern dishes, one restaurant that always pops up in our minds is Samad Al Iraqi Restaurant. It’s one of our favourites because they serve high-quality halal dishes that don’t shy away from putting spice into their mixes.
Moreover, we don’t have trouble choosing what to eat from their menu since they serve a wide variety of halal dishes. One of our favourites among their offerings is the al sham quzi which is this baked dough that’s packed with green peas, rice, nuts and lamb chunks.
Aside from that, we always order the lentil soup to start our meal, as it prepares us for what’s to come from their mains. Their version of this classic soup is among the best we’ve ever tried here in KL because of its perfect consistency and seasoning.
They also have a variety of desserts. We haven’t tried all of them but our favourite thus far is the saffron cake.
When it comes to its interior, one word comes to mind–elegance. It does indeed feel like a fine-dining restaurant, but at the same time, it feels like home thanks to its cosy interior decor.
The only downside that we can think of with this restaurant is some items can be considered a bit pricey. Although it’s made up for by the quality of the dishes themselves, we can see its price point being one of the make or break factors of other customers.
Pros
- Wide variety of Arabic dishes
- Generous servings
- Elegant and homey atmosphere
Cons
- Slightly pricey menu
Customer Reviews
Great Service, Huge Portions
“Very friendly and attentive service. Pleasant decor. Beware though – huge portions so be careful not to over-order! We over-ordered but took away the leftovers. Free lentil soup, bread and tea as well which was much appreciated” —Stefan P, Tripadvisor
Appreciation of excellent food and professional service.
“Excellent starters, food, drinks and dessert, served by friendly and courteous staff. The food was delicious and affordable. Highly recommended. My family and I will be back, with friends. Thanks” —Curiosity2462655368, Tripadvisor
9. The Ship
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
One of the most renowned chains in the country is the famous steakhouse, The Ship. This is one of our favourite spots to dine in whenever we’re craving some juicy steaks but, unbeknownst to most people, this place is actually halal-friendly.
Personally, we love ordering the t-bone, as it has a huge chunk of meat. The ones they serve here are massive, juicy and seasoned perfectly, which makes their prices reasonable.
The establishment ensures that all the ingredients they use for their dishes are all halal. The only reason they’re not certified is that they serve wine.
Furthermore, we also inform our waiter to keep it halal when we order so that the chef doesn’t accidentally cook our steaks with wine. Speaking of their steaks, they’re the main stars of this restaurant.
We say this because we tried their chicken as well and it wasn’t near as good. The one that was served to us was dry and almost flavourless.
As for the place itself, it’s your typical steakhouse, which is either a good or bad thing depending on your preference. For us, this kind of look holds a special place in our hearts.
Complete with its wooden interior, dim lighting and ranch-like interior design, this type of steakhouse is a timeless look in our books.
Pros
- Halal steaks
- Timeless steakhouse interior design
- Cosy vibes
Cons
- Other dishes except for the steak are subpar
- Slightly pricey menu.
Customer Reviews
Great Place for Western Food
“It is one of the better Western food I have eaten. Price-wise, it is more on the expensive side but with the quality they serve, I would say it is reasonable. The portion given is also pretty great and the ambience is amazing. It does have the feel of being inside a ship.” —Jed I, Tripadvisor
Dine in | Dinner | RM 80–100
“I took my grown-up children to this restaurant and told them their dad and I used to come to this restaurant once in a while about 35 years ago. It gave us nostalgic memory. I really like the ambience and the old-school style!
We ordered charbroiled bbq spareribs with chilli, ox tail soups and a few Australian ribeyes, their medium rare is done to perfection. After so many years, they still maintained their standard and taste. Service is good too.” —Lester S, Google Reviews
10. Sarang Cookery
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
A great spot to satisfy your craving for Malaysian food is Sarang Cookery. Located in Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, this humble restaurant is a great spot to chill and feast on local favourites.
First of all, we want to talk about the place itself, as it’s worth highlighting. Right off the bat, it felt like we were visiting someone’s home because of both the interior and exterior designs.
It’s homey and we liked it a lot. Dining here felt natural and we loved the comfort brought by the cute plastic and wooden chairs–the staples of a quaint cafe/eatery.
As for their dishes, they were worth highlighting as well, as their menu featured a variety of local Malay classics. One dish that we immediately thought of ordering was the ayam pongteh which was essentially chicken that has been flavoured with fermented soybean paste and palm sugar.
The result is a delicious dish that has a perfect balance of sweet and savoury. We also paired this order with the sunshine nasi ulam which was this colourful plate of rice and 15 different vegetables and herbs.
We enjoyed our time here in Sarang Cookery. However, we felt like their menu could have used a bit more variety since every category only had a limited number of dishes under them.
Lastly, it’s worth noting that they’re not halal-certified just because they serve beer. We asked one of their friendly staff member about this and she confirmed that all their products are from halal suppliers.
Pros
- Homey vibes
- Cosy interior design
- Delicious local Malaysian dishes
- Friendly staff
Cons
- Slightly limited menu
Customer Reviews
Dine in | Lunch | RM 40–60
“Everything tasted super delicious and the service was great. The owner explained each dish very thoroughly. She even told us a little bit about the history behind the restaurant and its cuisine. We loved it and would recommend it to anyone without hesitation! I particularly loved the Mee Udang noodles (if you like peanut sauce, this is for you!)” —Lucía Ferreiro Martínez, Google Reviews
Hidden Gem
“If you are looking for authentic Malay food and atmosphere, this is the place for you. The food is beyond amazing, The staff and owners are so warm and kind and passionate about the Malay cuisines they serve with love, They got as well a nice station for people who wants to learn how to cook these cuisines! It was such a pleasant surprise for us to find this warm place.”—sondos hussein … h, Tripadvisor
11. Al-Amar
| Criteria | Ratings |
| Menu | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Variety | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Taste | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Value for Money | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Ambience | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Interior Decoration | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Cleanliness | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Customer Service | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
The next time you get a chance to visit the Pavilion Mall, we recommend trying out this Lebanese restaurant called Al-Amar. We stumbled upon it while we were strolling inside the mall and it immediately caught our attention because of its halal-friendly open buffet.
We’re not too big on buffets but when we see something that has a spread like the one here at Al-Amar, we can’t help but be interested. Fortunately, we let our instincts guide us, as we enjoyed their wide array of Middle Eastern dishes.
We forgot everything that we took from the spread but one that stood out the most was the beef hummus.
This restaurant’s beef may be among the most tender and perfectly-seasoned ones we’ve tried in the entire country. Plus, it went well with their hummus which was well-made in its own right.
It’s also worth highlighting that the place comes with a Turkish ice cream stall. This is a huge hit for the kids, as it comes complete with the infamous prank where the ice cream man doesn’t immediately hand the cold and sweet treat.
Aside from the buffet, the restaurant also offers an ala carte menu but we have yet to try it. However, we saw the prices and it was a bit too high for our liking and we think a lot of people will say the same.
Then again, they do offer the most delicious and authentic Lebanese dishes in the capital. So, if you’re willing to spend that much on tasty some Middle Eastern grub, then this place is for you!
Pros
- Authentic Lebanese and Middle Eastern dishes
- Wide variety of halal-friendly choices
- Accessible location
Cons
- Expensive menu
Customer Reviews
Dine in | Lunch | RM 20–40
“My first Middle East cuisine! Had an awesome experience! Great ambience and delicious food! Helpful waiters & waitresses and great attitudes from them! Good services as well. Ladhidh!”—Leon Tan, Google Reviews
Authentic Middle Eastern dining experience
“Overall experience was great at Al-Amar. The staff was friendly and the service was good. My cousin accidentally spilled his coffee and the manager replaced a new one even though we did not request it. A wide variety of dishes for selection on the menu and overall food taste good. The portion is reasonable and therefore worth the price paid.
The only dishes that did not taste good is the fried squid & mushroom soup.” —M20IDsams, Tripadvisor