As we eagerly count down to Christmas and gear up for the festive season, consider these inviting restaurants and cafes for your annual gift exchange and heartwarming get-togethers with family and friends. Here’s a personal selection of charming dining spots that I have dined in before and would suggest that you should give it a try too, promising a touch of warmth, delightful ambiance, and a range of enticing choices to make your Christmas celebration truly special.
1. Take A Bow, Bangsar
Expect a diverse culinary journey with a blend of Western and fusion dishes, complemented by a range of refreshing beverages and coffee options.
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Recommended menu: Cooling elixir and liquored cakes
Note: Pork-free, serves alcoholic desserts
Website: https://www.instagram.com/takeabowpls
2. Lil’ Bird & The Big Bear, Taipan USJ, Subang Jaya
It’s a place to explore an extensive selection of Western dishes, including pastas, tacos, and pizzas. Additionally, indulge in a variety of beverages such as coffee, milkshakes, coffee and juices.
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Recommended menu: Argentinian Fish Tacos
Note: Pork-free, serves alcoholic drinks
Website: https://lilbirdbigbear.com/
3. Common Man Coffee Roasters, Desa Sri Hartamas
It offers an extensive breakfast and lunch menu featuring options like toast, granola, pasta, salad, hummus, pizzas, and desserts. Renowned for their specialty in coffee.
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Recommended menu: Duck & Foie Gras Pie, Okinawa Black Sugar Tiramisu
Note: Pork-free, serves alcoholic drinks
Website: https://www.commonmancoffeeroasters.com.my/
4. Chizu, IOI Rio, Puchong
Indulge in a diverse range of cheese drinks, desserts, and pastries. Surprisingly, they also feature savory options such as drumstick rice, and their menu includes brewed coffee as well.
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Recommended menu: Cheese drinks, croissants
Note: 100% Halal
Website: https://www.instagram.com/chizuofficials
5. Basil Food Foundry, Cheras
This cafe offers an assortment of Western and fusion dishes, along with an extensive array of pastries and desserts.
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Recommended menu: Foundry’s Yellow Sub, pastries and desserts
Note: Pork-free, serving alcoholic drinks
Website: https://www.instagram.com/basilsfoodfoundry
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