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Yearning to break the monotony of the daily grind, without having to travel far? Don't worry, we'll introduce you to some of the best food in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur.
From the best restaurants near you that you’ve overlooked a thousand times. To hidden gems just a short drive away that are perfect for a culinary getaway.
With escapeanytime.com, your gourmet hunts and weekend café hopping will never be the same again! Use our guide to discover the best hawker food, Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants, esthetic café hotspots, Japanese food and much more!



Restaurant Hoi Peng Seafood – Good Crab and Seafood Restaurant in PJ
The shops around Restaurant Hoi Peng Seafood have changed hands many times. However, Restaurant Hoi Peng remains steadfast amidst the competitive landscape of seafood restaurants. Unassuming with a no-frill deco, it’s one of the best seafood restaurants in PJ serving delicious crab at the speediest services and unparalleled hospitality. It may not have a menu as fancy as Fatty Crab or Green View Restaurant, which have etched their name as pioneer seafood restaurants in PJ
Dec 10, 20254 min read


Staple Dough at Megah Rise – Next Level Handmade Pasta!
Nothing beats handmade pasta made from scratch that’s low on gluten and with an unexplainable freshness. Craving for pasta that reminds you of authentic pan mee, the Italian way? Then Staple Dough checks all the right boxes. Situated on the ground floor of Megah Rise Mall, Staple Dough is a boutique café where freshly made pasta hangs in full glory. If you're looking for a restaurant to impress your date, or catch up with friends and family over fine Italian food with a h
Oct 4, 20255 min read


Bunn Choon Restaurant: Best Dim Sum in Kuala Lumpur for Decades
With a rich history spanning back to 1893, Bun Choon Restaurant is a formidable dim sum restaurant in KL known for its fragrant, non-halal dim sum. Its striking yellow façade, perched at the corner of Jalan Balai Polis near Pasar Seni, makes it a standout among the top eateries that tourists throng in that area. Aromatic wafts of baked pastries infiltrate its premises and drift into its walkway, luring hungry tourists and office workers into its cosy ambiance, draped with
Sep 15, 20255 min read


Roots Bangsar: Deeply Rooted In Fine Dining, Vegetarian Food
With its majestic, deep-hued façade occupying the entire corner lot of Jalan Telawi 3 Bangsar, Roots Bangsar is a formidable vegetarian Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur. It's a mark of authority for high-quality dining at affordable prices. Each dish is plated to perfection, featuring an amalgamation of flavors that surprises even the most discerning palate with meatless ingredients. Its luxurious interior boasts a strong play of dark colours and a burst of orange, setting the
Aug 31, 20255 min read


Restaurant Green Veggie: Humble Vegetarian Restaurant with Great Variety
Discover a dazzling variety of meatless Chinese cuisine at Restaurant Green Veggie Kuala Lumpur, at very affordable prices. A few shops from a famous Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur, Restaurant Green Veggie has endured the test of time to become among the city's best vegetarian restaurants. It serves an impressive variety of self-service rice dishes, free nourishing soup, and vegan meals to satisfy even meaty cravings. This unassuming eatery delivers exceptional flavours. Fr
Aug 17, 20255 min read


Teddy Café: Cutesy But Overrated Café in Petaling Jaya
Its teddy theme menu features cute teddies peeking out from drinks, 3D latte art, & stacked teddies on waffles, making it popular in PJ.
Dec 23, 20245 min read


Blossom Deli Café: Bespoke Birthday Cakes & Delicious Pan Mee Here
If you’re craving comfort food, pan mee noodles & scrumptious cakes, Blossom Deli Café has delicious, homely food.
Dec 1, 20244 min read


Superfine KL @ Seventeen Mall – Best Coffee & Pasta in PJ
If you’re craving for authentic Australian pasta, delicious thin crust pizzas and aromatic coffee brews, then head over to Superfine KL.
Oct 12, 20244 min read


Where To Eat At Kundasang Sabah: 10 Best Restaurants
Our guide to where to eat at Kundasang is foolproof. So read on as we share the best Chinese restaurants, cafes & halal food in Kundasang.
Sep 26, 20249 min read


M'Laboori: Vegetarian Café in PJ with Librarian vibes
Many know Sri Murni as a popular halal restaurant in SS2. In fact, M Laboori, which is its sibling café turns out to be a hidden foodie gem
Sep 13, 20244 min read


Ipoh Road Yong Tau Foo – Old YTF Kid That’s Spacious & Comfortable
Nestled along Jalan Ipoh, Ipoh Road Yong Tau Foo used to be a humble shack many years back. It's down the same road as Segambut Yong Tau Fu.
Aug 1, 20244 min read


12 Best Durian Stalls in KL & PJ Approved By Locals
Finding a durian stall offering reasonable prices & good quality is not easy. Discover 12 best durian stalls in KL & PJ approved by locals.
Jul 20, 20248 min read


Luckbros Kota Damansara – Impressive Petting Zoo Café At Factory Area
Luckbros Kota Damansara has it all as this cafe combines a petting zoo.
It makes an ideal family outing with kids or a casual date.
Jun 16, 20245 min read


Restoran Pik Wah: Deserving Michelin Chinese Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur
To set the record straight, Restauran Pik Wah is not a Michelin-starred restaurant in KL. It is a Bib Gourmand-recognized for its food.
Jun 3, 20243 min read


Purple Cane Tea House Jalan Sultan: Trustworthy Healthy Food Restaurant
If you’re a tea lover and one who appreciates clean and nutritious food, then Purple Cane Tea House checks all the right boxes.
May 22, 20244 min read


Guan’s Kopitiam: Good Impressions From Start To Finish
Guan’s Kopitiam is one of those rare cafes that win you over from start to finish. Especially when the majority of their patrons are regular
May 11, 20244 min read


Malaya Garden Cafe: Secret Oasis In The Heart of KL
The Malaya Garden Café barely camouflages along the busy street of Jalan Balai Polis near Pasar Seni. Its decadent façade & lush greenary
Apr 27, 20244 min read


Healthy Food Café in KL: Mama Kim Hartamas for Clean & Yummy Meals
Famous for its pretty plating, steamy sauna mee, and herbal teas, Mama Kim is a healthy food cafe that serves nutritious & tasty meals.
Mar 30, 20243 min read


14 Best Things To Do in Sungai Lembing Pahang 2024
Sungai Lembing may not be a touristy destination like Penang or Ipoh. But it has many breathtaking natural attractions to keep you busy!
Mar 23, 202410 min read


Vegetarian Restaurant in KL: Voila Restaurant
Vegetarian food need not be boring. And Voila proves this point! This vegetarian restaurant in KL serves healthy food & calming herbal teas.
Mar 3, 20243 min read


ZK Restaurant KL: Unassuming & Affordable Chinese Food Here
Jalan San Peng is not just a popular clothes wholesale hub. Occupying 3 shop lots along the streets of San Peng is ZK Restaurant, an...
Feb 24, 20244 min read


Strangers at 47 – Delicious Crepes fit for lunch, brunch & more!
With a catchy name like Strangers at 47, this bustling café in Section 17 PJ draws in the lunchtime crowd in hordes. Nestled along that...
Feb 11, 20243 min read


Yong Tau Foo in KL: Best Stuff Meat at Segambut 2024
If your idea of a good meal is tasty fish dumplings served in a savory brown sauce, then Yong Tau Foo is your ideal go-to dish. Good yong...
Feb 1, 20243 min read


Good Hainanese Food in KL – Ho Kow Hainan Kopitiam
If you’re looking for good food in Kuala Lumpur and around the Pasar Seni area, Ho Kow Hainan Kopitiam should be on your radar. This...
Dec 31, 20234 min read


Kafei Dian Petaling Street 2023: Chinatown KL Best Café:
Did you know that the area around Petaling Street isn’t only a heritage haven filled with traditional crafts and handiwork? It’s also a...
Nov 26, 20236 min read


Spring Spring Café – Cat Café in PJ with The Best Meows
This newest cat cafe in Petaling Jaya is super esthetically pleasing, pristine clean & most importantly, the food is delicious.
Nov 18, 20233 min read
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