Six Delicious Delivery Meals In Bangsar
The delights of a piping-hot, steamed dumpling go a long way to uplift your day. Enter Din Tai Fung, KL's best bet for delicious dumplings. Whereas a visit to their Gardens Mall outlet will guarantee a queue, ordering in will get you lunch in your pajamas in under an hour! Set the tone for a warm, dependable meal with the restaurant's claim to fame, Pork Xiao Long Bao (from RM13.20). Six parcels filled with tasty broth and minced pork present themselves gracefully in a paper container and if you're already thinking about the complementary vinegar and sliced ginger, fret not because the restaurant has pre-packed sachets for takeaway orders. The Pork Chop Fried Rice (RM22) warrants an order to fill your tummy with egg-laden rice with juicy, tender pork chops. Burppler Kae Ling is a fan, and describes it to be 'simply awesome'. If there is room for more, order the moreish Spicy Shrimp & Pork Wonton (RM18.60) too!
Avg price per person: RM25
At the heart of Tarbush is founder Mohiyiddin Al Halabi's labour of love to make Middle Eastern fare an easily accessible and lovable cuisine to Malaysians. Well-known for their use of fresh ingredients, this fine restaurant will make a great place to order from for a vibrant dinner at home. Start with the staple Tarbush Hommus (RM15). The dip made from chickpeas and tahina (sesame paste) is best mopped up with soft Arabic bread — a set of four slices comes free with all orders. Also a popular dish is the Shish Kebab (RM28) — four grilled lamb skewers redolent with herbs and spices. The tasty meat dish can be a main course, but if you're really famished, have it on a bed of Biryani rice (RM10) to satiate. To cap off the meal, order traditional Middle Eastern dessert Baklava (RM12 for four pieces). The flaky, nut-filled filo pastry delivers a sweet, luxurious finish.
Avg price per person: RM35
For a quick, healthy lunch to spur you on in the office, rely on La Juiceria Superfoods to deliver. Having previously been a juice bar, their newly opened food faction is built upon the belief that deliciously healthy meals can change the way Malaysians eat. After a taste of their hearty bowls, we were sold. Favourites include a Nasi Lemak Wrap (RM21.90) and the vegetarian Buddha Bowl (RM18.90). Surprisingly not on the popular list is a delightful Bangkok Salad (RM17.90) — order this underrated bowl for the invigorating Thai red curry dressing that heightens the flavours of its grilled chicken thigh and romaine lettuce base. We also recommend eating clean with the Tofu Soba Noodle Salad (RM18.90). Served with shoyu sesame dressing, the noodles get a nice, slippery texture from the runny kampung egg that sits centrestage. Finish with a bottle of their Goodness Greens (RM12.99), a combination of greens like organic kale, celery and spinach!
Avg price per person: RM30
When a long Friday lunch is in order, gather the colleagues for burger and fries! An expert at dishing out delivery orders, KGB makes delicious gourmet burgers earmarked by the fresh brioche buns hot-stamped with the acronym KGB, which stand for 'Killer Gourmet Burgers'. The menu is concise, carrying a handful of selections for beef, chicken and portobello mushroom patties, with no shortage of sides. Since you're already splurging on the calorie count, go all out with a robust KGB Spiked (RM16.90). The name's a nod to the addition of signature KGB spicy sauce, and the burger's available with either a beef or chicken patty, though we're convinced the grass-fed beef goes better with the crispy beef bacon and sharp cheddar trimmings. Fries are big at this burger joint, with interesting flavours like herbed, malt and vinegar and spicy Cajun enticing you to make it a meal (additional RM5.90 for fries and a drink).
Avg price per person: RM20
Meals are made for sharing at the casual family-favourite Chili's Grill & Bar, so when the need arises to bring the party home, look no further! The Tex-Mex restaurant is known for its generous portions fit for big groups, like the must-order Classic Nachos (from RM27.15) topped with jalapenos, mashed black beans, queso, seasoned beef and a three-cheese blend. Best eaten while hot and crispy, start on these as soon as they arrive. Fans of the nachos will also love the Southwestern Quesadillas (from RM27.65), which has marinated chicken, grilled onions and melted Jack Monterey cheese between tortillas for plenty of 'cheese pull' moments. If it's a bigger party you're catering to, get the Crispy Honey-Chipotle Chicken Crispers (RM30.30), an enhanced version of their famous chicken crispers smothered in a spicy, smokey honey chipotle sauce.
Avg price per person: RM35
Homegrown kopitiam establishment Old Town White Coffee has come a long way since it first opened, from being the place for coffee in the mornings to delivering complete meals to hungry diners at any time of the day. When you're craving the comforts of local delights, place an order for their Oldtown Nasi Lemak with Fried Chicken (RM15.09). The classic dish comes accompanied by crispy fried chicken and zesty achar to refresh appetites. There are also light bites to order and share with your colleagues — the fresh-fried Curry Puff (RM5.60 for two) and Golden Nuggets (RM4.91) should help jazz up the tea break. It goes without saying that you should get the White Coffee (from RM3.87) or the Oldtown Nan Yang C (from RM4.34). Nothing tastes better than a hot cup of kopi gao at the needed hour, especially when it's delivered to you.
Avg price per person: RM20
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