For Malay-Style Buffet With A View From an unlikely partnership between local celebrity chef Ismail and Malaysia's first astronaut Dr. Sheikh Muszaphar comes rooftop gem Restoran Rebung. Perched atop a multi-level car park, the restaurant relies on the scenic view of KL's Botanical Garden and their affordable Lunch Buffet (from RM40 per person) to satisfy. The dishes are a nod to chef Ismail's Negeri Sembilan roots. For starters, the scrumptious popia basah (spring rolls doused in gravy) is one to try. Next, there is a splendid selection of lemak and curry dishes to satiate with rice, but be sure to exercise restraint at this section to make space for other delights. Make a stop at the grill station for a made-to-order grilled stingray, virtued by tender, smoky flesh. Dessert is a 'wok' away — coconut dodol is presented in an enormous wok, so you can scoop up your desired portion of the sweet confection.
Avg price per person: RM40
Photo by Burppler Anna Wong
