Still in R & D but open to public for dry runs, myPizzaLab (yes from burger guys) is quite a contender for good pies in town.
The Huat The Duck riffs on smoked duck and juicy mandarin oranges, a sweet-umami combination that works so well it almost reminds me of a really good salad. Meanwhile that smoky, nicely charred crust makes a wonderful vessel to transport all that cheesy goodness. It’s not quite as thick as Proof’s real deal, but not thin-crust thin just yet. Instead, expect medium thickness, which is great for when you want to stuff your face with lots of different pies.
Formidable slab of sticky, slow-cooked pork ribs, served with spring onions, shallots and chillies. It’s got a nice and fragrant flavour, and is cooked to beautifully tender texture in the centre. The best part, however, has to be the side of sticky plum bbq sauce that likens kicap manis — sweet, zesty and packed with heat!
The meat around corners can be a tad dry, but nothing a good dip in the sauce can’t fix.
I’m a local desserts kind of girl, so this bubur chacha absolutely won me over. It has a nice, creamy consistency and rich coconut-y flavour, with tender sweet potato and yam cubes for bite.
Located in the basement of Isetan The Japan Store, this meat joint sees service market-style — pick your cut off the chiller and have it cooked up for you fresh on the counter stove. The RM10 cooking charge is decent, when you consider the meat’s reasonable prices.
The earnest team will do your beautiful angus sirloin from Kyushu justice, searing it to a pinkish medium rare. The fat-to-meat ratio also hits the spot with enough fatty parts to keep the steak juicy and tender. Would recommend sharing one big piece between two tummies, with rice (RM2.80 each)!
I really appreciate the details at Lucky Tora. The artisanal ice cream is served in an icy cold tin bowl, which keeps it cool and intact for much longer than usual. On flavour, this ultra creamy scoop delivers a rummy punch with sweet raisin bits. Even not-a-big-fan-of-ice-cream me quite enjoyed this treat.
Pretty yummy wagyu katsu, done to a dark and pinkish medium rare. While crunchy and tasty, the batter felt almost overpowering when trying to really appreciate the beef’s flavour.
The upside is you’re getting a good amount of beef, omelette and greens on a fat bed of rice — surely worth what you’re paying in this part of town. The dish also comes with a yummy curry mayo dip and miso soup!
Their Instagram post about the tsukune boldly claims you’ll be hard-pressed to order seconds. And after having it for myself, I can attest to that claim.
The minced chicken skewer is the definition of moist, almost melting in the mouth with every bite. It’s also packed to be dense with meat, so you don’t feel like you just paid 7 bucks for nothing. The raw egg and sweet shoyu dip is the cherry on the cake, adding a nice umami and buttery layer.
Saw this on the menu and I was sold. I only had this dish once when a friend made a Thai-inspired meal, so it’s super surprising to find it on a Jap fusion menu — not that I’m complaining.
The delicious deep-fried toast was redolent of prawn oil, with bits of mashed prawn folded into the little triangles. Would’ve liked the wasabi cream to come with a bit more kick, but I was more than happy with just the spicy lime (yuzu?) dip.
Torched salmon dressed in ponzu and truffle oil, on a bed of mash. Flavours work, and between the salmon and potatoes, there was a nice balance of textures. That said, this wasn’t “explosive” as the name hypes it up to be.
The house red is perfect for wimpy drinkers (hands up!). Fruity and not the least tannic, it’s an easy drinking one to go with dinner.
Stellar service at this new jazzy Japanese spot along Jalan Mesui. The sake is incredibly smooth and sweet on the tongue but hits you with a potent warmth as it slides down. Would’ve gladly paid for a carafe had I not gotten wine!
Lives up to the name! Crispy toast with thick slabs of butter and just enough kaya to go around.
You can also get this as a set with 1-for-1 on #BurppleBeyond.
