Cafes, restaurants and even street food stalls offer a variety of delectable food, some of them comes in the most reasonable price and some however quite expensive are surely worth every penny.
Since we’ve featured a lot of place in KL with its must-try dishes, desserts and drinks, today, we will explore Ampang which is well-known as the ‘Korean Village’ and the palatial foodies that you shouldn’t miss!
1. Nong & Jimmy Thai Seafood BBQ
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Carving for a plate of seafood? Well, there’s this seafood restaurant which is more than a decade now in Taman Cahaya – Nong & Jimmy Thai Seafood BBQ! This restaurant serves a variety of delightful seafood dishes which really makes a perfect seafood spot for those who have a heart for this kind of food!
Location: Lot 27363, Jalan Cahaya 1, Taman Cahaya, Ampang, 68000
Hours: 03-42800535
Contact: Mon-Sun, 12:00PM – 2:30PM, 5:30PM – 11:00PM
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Looking for the best tau foo? Have you already searched at Foong Foong Restoran? If not, you must consider this eatery and give try on their Yong Tau Foo.
Location: 621-A, Jalan Merdaka, Ampang Baru, Kuala Lumpur, Ampang, 68000
Hours: Wed-Mon, 9:00AM – 4:00PM; Closed on Tuesdays
Contact: 012-2095529
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Restoran Loke Yun is very famous with its delightful servings of chicken rice. This eatery has maintained their standards over the years of running the business. If you are a fan of chicken rice Hainanese, then you must visit this place now and grab a chair and a plate of your favourite!
Location: No. 158, Jalan Besar Ampang, Ampang 68000
Hours: 10:30AM – 3:00PM, 5:30:00PM – 8:30PM
Contact: 03-42919884
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Whether you are a cyclist enthusiast or an aspiring cyclist, The Velocity Cafe will be the best choice for your afternoon break and chill out moment. You will not just enjoy a cup of coffee and yummilicious dessert here but will also have a wonderful bicycle workshop!
Location: [Opposite Aeon Big Ampang] The Challenger Sports Centre, Jalan Taman Putra, Taman Dagang Permai, 68000 Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Mon-Sun, 12:00PM – 10:00PM
Contact: +60 16-387 6511
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Kim Kee Nasi Ayam Hailam, situated at Ampang Point is one of eateries that you must include in your list of must-go-to food stall when you’re tummy asks for the best chicken rice. The chicken rice that they serve is halal certified and you can either choose steamed or roasted depending on your preference.
Location: Jalan Wawasan 4/6, Ampang, 68000
Hours: Mon-Sat, 10:00AM – 3:00PM; Closed on Sundays
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Soo Kee has started its business in a humble beginning and as years pass by this little eatery has grown and grown. Serving a very delightful shang har meen with giant fresh prawns and the ngau yuk hor with beef noodles. If you want something unique, they also have one, try out their ‘paper chicken’!
Location: 373-1, Jalan Ampang, Batu 4, Kuala Lumpur, Ampang, 50250
Contact: 03-42570767
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Fan of coffee? Smothies? Or tea? Then you must consider visiting this cafe-cum-bakery in Ampang which serves a very refreshing and delightful coffee, tea and smoothies – Evendough Bakery Cafe. Aside from this mouthwatering drinks, they also offers a variety of must-try desserts which are a perfect partner in spending your afternoon break.
Location: 1, Jalan Nipah, Off Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 55000
Hours: 11:30AM – 10:00PM
Contact: 03-26306728
8. B-Station
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B-Station is a Korean which is run by a Korean couple and has four outlets in KL. Aside from serving Korean cuisine, they also offers Western food like coffee, hot dogs and waffle. As well as variety of beverages and pastries. Have your breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks here and enjoy the comfy environment.
Location: C14-1 Jalan Ampang Utama, 68000 Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Tues-Sun, 12:00PM – 10:00PM; Closed on Mondays
Contact: +60 3-4251 0455
9. The Origin
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Are you a vegetarian and looking for a cafe that serves veggie dishes? Well, search no more, The Origin serves the right one for you! This cafe create every dish using fresh and organic vegetables and never use microwave for preparing the food they serve. Cool, right? So, if you are too health conscious, well, this cafe suits you.
Location: No 8, Jalan 1/67B, Off Jalan Mengkudu, Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Hours: Tues-Sun, 11:30AM – 3:30PM, 6:00PM – 9:30PM
Contact: 03-4253-5388 / 016-2913000
10. Chung Wa Dae Korean Restaurant
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Since Malaysia started to be mushroomed by a lot of Korean restaurants, lot of people seemed to be attracted with Korean food. With a bunch of Korean restaurant in town that is being flocked by lot of customers, Chung Wa Dae Korean Restaurant is no exemption. Try out variety of Korean food here like Pork BBQ, Kimchi soup, Dok Bokgi and a lot more!
Location: B1-1, Jalan Ampang Utama 2/2, Boulevard II, One Ampang Business Avenue, Taman Ampang Utam, Ampang, 68000
Hours: 11:30AM – 10:00PM
Contact: 03-42511004
11. My Elephant Thai Restaurant
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Craving for an authentic Thai food? Well, head down to My Elephant Thai Restaurant here in Ampang which serves authentic Thai cuisine. Some of their must-try include green curry and mango sticky rice.
Location: B14-1, Jalan Ampang Utama 2/2, 68000 Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Tues-Sun, 11:30AM – 2:30PM, 6:00PM – 9:30PM
Contact: +60 3-4251 9955
12. 28 Fireplace
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This cafe provides an ambiance of coziness, hipster, aussie cafe and a spot where you can relax, work and hangout with your cool buddy! They also offers one of the best beans roasted which will definitely loved by coffee enthusiasts. If you are a non-coffee drinkers, you can still enjoy this place with a glass of cold pressed juices or hot chocolate and tea. As for food, they serve up salads, small bites, soups and stews.
Location: 28, Persiaran Ampang off Jalan Ampang, 55000 Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Sun-Thurs, 9:00AM – 10:00PM; Fri-Sat, 9:00AM – 11:00PM
Contact: +60 3-4265 5077
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Wong Solo located at Ampang makes you crave and will end up eating something spicy. Ayam Bakar at Wong solo is serve with a side of tempe, tahu, a little portion of eggplant and addictive sambal. If you are fond of eating Malaysian cuisine, try hopping into this humble eatery.
Location: G18 / G19, Jalan Dagang B / 3A (Taman Dagang), 68000 Ampang, Selangor
Contact: 03-42701947
14. Sweetree
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Sweetree is the only halal-certified Korean restaurant in Malaysia. This cafe is a place where you can chill in a cosy ambiance and you are planning to throw party, Sweetree is also a good spot.
Location: No. 13 L-1 & 2, Jln. Ampang Putra, Tmn. Putra Sulaiman, Ampang., 68000 Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Mon, 10:30AM – 11:00PM; Wed-Thurs, 10:30AM – 11:00PM; Fri-Sat, 10:30AM – 12:00AM; Sun, 11:00AM – 11:00PM
Contact: +60 3-4287 4685
15. Tamarind Springs
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Enjoy traditional Indochinese cuisine at Tamarind Springs. This is also a place where you can indulge yourself in a relaxing afternoon break and chill out moment.
Location: Jalan 1, Taman T.A.R., 68000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Hours: Mon-Sun, 12:00PM – 3:00PM, 6:00PM – 11:00PM
Contact: +60 3-4256 9300
