Best cheesecake Not a fan of cheesecake, this one is exception. Not too heavy nor too rich, the right balance and texture of cheese and cream. And the burnt tinge of honey with sea salt invoke the playfulness in your palate. Worth a visit, the lady owner places very high standard to the drinks (tea based) and her cheesecake (homebaked in small batch to ensure it’s freshness) I also fell in love with the Hojicha pudding. Definitely a place to go for comfort food.

For Artisanal Milk Teas With Housemade Molasses Jelly Find artisanal milk teas, cold brew teas and more at this gorgeous spot inside Zhongshan Building. The milk teas are must-orders, like the smoky Iribancha (RM12) or the classic Houjicha (RM12). Be sure to have them with the Homemade Molasses Jelly (RM2) – sweet bites with every sip! Burppler Jesius Enamourez also recommends the fizzy and refreshing Matcha Wintermelon Sour Soda (RM16) or the Wintermelon Sour Soda (RM14). Ps. Go through Anatomy to find them tucked behind! Photo by Burppler Jesuis Enamourez

Matcha Wintermelon Sour Soda RM16 per glass.

Fried Chicken Omu Curry Rice Generous portion! I opt for no rice. Fried chicken tasted so good😋

PapaSan Roll (RM24) Salmon maki with foie gras (!!!), crabmeat, cucumber, tobiko and garlic mayo. Freaking foie gras on sushi y’all. I was surprised how well it went together. The garlic mayo overwhelmed the whole dish but still a really good one, especially to share!

Lala Omelette Rice Pan fried local clams meat with wild bean sprouts and rice. The scrambled eggs was lacking, but of course the clams stole the show of this dish.

For Celebrations Over Fried Chicken and More Bookmark this communal-style dining restaurant in Damansara Kim for celebrations over Buckwheat Fried Chicken (from RM24), Charred Eggplant (RM21) and Sticky Pork Ribs (from RM30). Everything on the menu is made for sharing, and there's also a solid selection of wine to pair with the meal – let the friendly team recommend some house pours. Pro tip: If you're celebrating a birthday with a cake, the restaurant provides all you need, including candles and a cake stand. Photo by Burppler Jesuis Enamourez

Charred Eggplant Charred eggplant with miso butter, bonito flakes and onion purée is something I don’t mine having all time. I’ve always have a soft spot for eggplant with miso. Theirs was slightly over charred and a little under seasoned despite there’s bonito flakes. RM21 per serving.

Pork Meatball House made pork meatballs cooked in lovely Pomodoro sauce with slices of freshly baked sourdough. The meatball was nicely seasoned with herbs and toasted sourdough with olive oil is so good and flawless. Perfect meal for the sourdough lovers Available for lunch only. RM17 per serving.

Beef Donburi RM59 Beef Donburi with caviar, foie gras, truffle, crispy garlic and Osen tamago. The must try grain bowl when you come to Torii. The portion is small so you can order more ‘delicacies’ and skewer. Try the slider! Melt in the mouth. Corkage fee: RM80 per bottle.

Torii Damansara Heights has a newly launched sushi bar! Really enjoyed the new dishes on their updated menu 🍣🍶 Thanks @toriimy team for such a lovely night & for spoiling us with this indulgent sundae 👅💗 #toriimy #weekendvibes #aboutlastnight #sweettreats

For Yakitori and Drinks This place is suited for small groups of friends who feel like catching up over a fine dinner. For small yet flavorful bites, Chef Nizam recommends the chicken bomb, smoked duck, rock lobster and the beef gyoza, all of which are the primary types of meat people usually go for. Unlike its first branch in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, this Torii branch has a bar upstairs -- the perfect way to wind down after a long day at work!

RM49 Torii Pasta don’t forget to bring your food buddies to Torii which locates at Plaza Batai @ Damansara Height (Same row with Yellow Brick Road) BYO wine RM80 corkage fee per bottle.

Roast Beef (ロスートビーフ) Katsugyu (カツ牛) is a common type of katsu, where the beef is deep fried for 30 seconds, battered with panko breadcrumbs and served with a cabbage salad. • The katsugyu here is plated as roast beef, which is a bit of a misnomer as it's preparation method is not by roasting at all. The katsugyu is served medium rare, but with the option of a hot lava stone, which you can further sear the meat for that extra umami, or if not, can be had with a sprinkle of Himalayan pink salt and wasabi to taste it in all its originality. Panko crispy on the outside and juicy tender on the inside, this dish really hits the spot. • 💵 RM40.00 / portion 💫 5 / 5 #️⃣ #FoodForThought #Tabetomo #TabetomoKL #たべとも #KatsuGyu #Katsu #Gyu #RoastBeef #Kushiyaki #カツ牛 #カツ #ギュ #牛肉 #ロスートビーフ #日本料理 #和食 #串焼き屋 #Burpple #BurppleKL 🍽 #JapaneseCuisine #JapaneseFood 📷 #Foodstagram #Gastronogram 📍#Bangsar #KualaLumpur #Malaysia

Chicken & ham katsu with 🧀🧀 One of the dishes I always order when I'm here 👅🍶 #tabetomokl #dindin #midweekfun

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APPLE STRUDLE This twist on an apple struddle is super light and fluffy on the outside filled with caremelised apples with a side of vanilla ice cream Great option for a dessert as it satisfiea your sweet tooth and does not fill up up too much ! "There is always room for dessert"

For Affordable Wind Down Dinners This hidden gem in Lucky Garden has inevitably found its way into our Burpple community's heart, thanks to its quality Italian favourites at reasonable prices. Dimly lit with spacious second-floor seatings, the quiet environment is ideal for a place to wind down after a long day. Bring your favourite colleague, or ask your best friend along for company. It also helps that house pours start from RM19.90 a glass! For dinner, get the Gnocchi al Gorgonzola (RM36), potato dumplings with grilled chicken and mushrooms. What the dish lacks in presentation is made up for with creamy, robust blue cheese flavours. For a lighter alternative, try the Spaghetti Portofino (RM38). Done deftly to an al-dente texture, the specialty spaghetti is deeply flavoured with seafood stock and an abundance of prawns, squid, mussels and fish. Don't let dinner end just yet; order their Panna Cotta a al Caramello (RM14), which Tastemaker Sok Chien declares the best she's ever had. Avg price per person: RM40 Photo by Burpple Tastemaker Alyssia Yu

Pizza Quattro Stagioni - Four Seasons Pizza (RM 36) I'd be crazy not to come back. For a restaurant which comes off as fancy, Portofino is definitely affordable. Good Italian food, good desserts.. what else could you possibly need? Some of the pastas are handmade, you need to try it. I'm still thinking of this pizza, I'm in love. Also it was my first time eating olives, I surprisingly loved it. I'm coming back soon! 😍

For Asian Flavours and Natural Wine Great for dinner with your bestie is this hip restaurant in Jalan Batai. Have a glass of Natural Wine (from RM30 a glass) to pair with the Unagi Cracker (RM24). Look forward to tender pieces of grilled unagi and crunchy granny smith apples sandwiched between dehydrated seaweed — interesting and delicious! The community also recommends the Ramen Noodle XO Sauce (RM16) and the Meat Bun (RM21) stuffed with soy-braised lamb. Photo by Burppler Jesuis Enamourez

For a Weekday Rice Bowl Fix Drop by this modern Asian restaurant in Plaza Batai for weekday express lunches over mean rice bowls with stellar protein options – from tender beef to torched unagi, seared ginger salmon and more. Dive straight for the Beef With Seaweed Butter (RM27) and look forward to medium-rare slices of quality beef on seaweed butter rice, served with pickles and fresh veggies. Also good is the Japanese Fried Chicken (RM25) – deep-fried karaage in a creamy butter sauce. Ps. All lunch bowls come with a glass of ice tea.

Japanese Fried Chicken (RM25) Must-order for the chicken lovers. Super crunchy chicken slicked in a butter sauce with curry leaves, served with the same sides as the beef bowl – jammy egg, pickles, charred kailan, edamame and raw purple cabbage. Very satisfying.

Chicken Karage Bao Loved the soft bao and filling of chicken fried.

A feast for the senses! 📷 In frame: Tsukene [RM7]; Cool Green [RM13]; Coco in the Tropics [RM15].⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ✨: One thing's for sure-- Lucky Tora is incredible for photos. Want that perfect Instagram shot and amazing food to boot? You've found your spot. Seated outside, we got the perfect natural lighting for the gram (bless the smoking ban). ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The tsukene (meat stick) yakitori pictured was delicious. The generous amount of minced chicken and veg wrapped around the stick was tender and a flavour bomb in of itself. The accompanying raw egg yolk is quite an acquired taste with a strong flavour one would call 'umami'. ⁣⁣ ⁣ 💬: The only downside for me is the price point, but even that can be justified by the stunning decor, friendly service, and high quality food.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I would definitely re-visit as many menu items intrigued me!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ On an important note, using reusable straws is a simple step one can take to save the environment. Pictured are collapsible straws (they can fold into pocket-size!) from MEKO Malaysia [@meko.my] 🌍⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

Rum & Raisin (RM10) 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.

Kaisen Barachirashi Cravings satisfied! I’ve been coming back for years and never a day I had a bad meal here. This kaisen don is placed with hefty amount of roe, different cuts of marinated raw fish and prawn. It’s such a steal for the quality they provide. RM25.80 per serving. Top up RM4.50 for a bowl of miso soup and silky smooth steam egg custard.

For Quality Sushi in a Mall Tucked in Isetan in 1 Utama Shopping Centre, this tiny restaurant sees lines forming for sushi – come early as they don't take reservations. No omakase-style menus here, but instead an assortment of nigiri, hand rolls, fresh sashimi and more. Must-haves include the Grilled Salmon Roll (RM19.80) and the Soft Shell Crab Roll (RM19.80), both topped with thick cuts of fish served with wasabi and pickled ginger. If you're here for lunch, go for the pocket-friendly promos like the Ichiro A eight-piece sushi platter at RM23.80. For a complete meal, opt for the add-ons of miso soup and the super silky chawanmushi (RM4.50). Photo by Burppler Tiffany Ng

Kaisen Barachirashi (RM25.80) Definitely the highlight of the entire meal and at such an affordable price too! Come during lunch and this ginormous rice bowl, brimming with cubes of tamago, tuna, salmon and more is less than RM30! Have the add-ons of chawanmushi (the smoothest, silkiest, most perfect egg custard) and a bowl of miso soup for an additional RM4.50. No regrets!