Malden Hotel

Dewakan means “food from God”, and chef Darren Teoh crafts a heavenly dining experience that is Malaysian down to its very core. Every ingredient is locally sourced; even the dinnerware is handmade by local artists. The tasting menu features many items that are fermented or dry-aged in-house, alongside seasonal fruits and herbs. Stunningly located on the 48th floor, diners enjoy jaw-dropping city views.

A North Indian brand, d'Tandoor opened in Malaysia in 1990 and has since spread to other countries around the world. Located in a residential area, they offer a hearty range of fine Indian cuisine, featuring a consummate blend of herbs and spices. Highlights include well-seasoned butter chicken masala and soft, chewy naan bread, while Kulfi ice-cream – available in a variety of flavours – adds a final flourish to the meal.

Sunny and cheerful like the local celebrity Chef Wan, the room is inviting and bustling. Similarly, the food is guaranteed to lift your spirits with big tropical flavours. Whet your appetite with pomelo salad with crispy prawn cheeks in kerabu lime dressing and a hint of fish sauce. For mains, go for bakar bakar, BBQ meat or seafood that comes with your choice of the chef’s mouth-watering sauces. Portion sizes are big enough for sharing.

Two chefs, who previously worked in Penang, opened this restaurant in 2023 specialising in house-aged meats and seafood cooked over a wood-fired grill. Diners are greeted by an arched entrance and a striking corridor lined with logs for the fire. The 18-seat arc-shaped counter with a view of the open kitchen is the best place to sit. Signatures include oysters cooked on the spot in flaming chicken fat in a flambadou, boasting rich, smoky aromas.

Set under high ceilings, this remarkable dining room with nice views is a great choice for both casual and formal gatherings. A specialist in Cantonese cuisine, the chef has lived in Southeast Asia for many years. His concise menu is pork free with a quality selection of seafood and dim sum. Don’t miss the daily Inspirational Soup or fresh prawns simmered with glass noodles. Wrap up your meal with a crispy red bean pancake. The signature duck must be ordered in advance.

One of the city's favourite formal dining spots, Cilantro impresses with meticulous French fare that showcases first-rate Japanese ingredients. The food ranges from classic French to adventurous Japanese-French fusion. In addition to à la carte choices, the Japanese chef proposes various set menus and prix-fixes. Try his signature cold capellini with sauces and accompaniments that change with the seasons. They are open for lunch on Fridays only.

It takes a few lift rides to get to Marble 8, but as soon as you set foot in the dining room, you know it’s all worthwhile. The stunning skyline with the Twin Towers in the foreground is the perfect backdrop for a sumptuous meal featuring top-quality halal-certified Wagyu and Angus beef straight from Australia. Premium cuts are dry- or wet-aged for at least 21 days for deep flavours and tender texture, and then grilled to perfection.