2 editor picks in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur.
2 malaysian spots in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, editor-picked by TableJourney. All of Taman Tun Dr Ismail's food · All malaysian in Kuala Lumpur.
Akar earned a Michelin star in the 2026 guide for chef Aidan Low's Kuala Lumpur tasting menu, which pairs endemic Malaysian ingredients with Japanese methods.
OrderThe ten-course Mekar tasting menu, built around endemic Malaysian ingredients.
TipThe current Mekar menu runs ten courses, from abalone with mung bean noodles to a crab claypot served family style.
Terra Dining earned a Michelin star in the 2026 guide for self-taught chef Yu Cheng Chong's French-leaning, eleven-course Malaysian menu in Kuala Lumpur.
OrderThe eleven-course menu, whose beurre blanc carries a turmeric and coconut curry.
TipAdd the curated tea pairing, built to bridge flavours course by course, and ask the chef for the tasting notes.
Day trip · 14 hours
Discover Taman Negara on a shared full-day adventure. Trek the rainforest, meet the Orang Asli tribe, shoot river rapids, and swim at Lata Berkoh Falls, all in one unf...
Private tour · 12 hours
Explore Taman Negara, one of the world’s oldest rainforests, with jungle walks, river activities, and nature experiences on a full-day adventure.
5 hours
Explore a bustling morning market and discover the secrets of Malaysian cuisine. Cook a three-course meal in a local chef’s home and enjoy a shared lunch.