Rubs BBQ Smokehouse + Bar

This smokehouse and bar brings with its entrance to Bangsar a casual-meets-classy concept that fits the bill for both laidback lunches and fanciful dinners. Exuding trendy vibes, the restaurant features fine art pieces alongside its wood-and-steel decor, plus a soothing touch of greenery. Foodwise, expect the kitchen to fire up fine food at reasonable prices. Meats make a prime choice, like the Wicked Wagyu (RM79.90) that sees a delicious smoked wagyu inside skirt with potato puree and beef gravy. While simple in execution, the dish is satiating for all who can enjoy a nice piece of steak. Apart from meats, Rubs also turns out other mains not to be messed with. The Rice & Shine (RM36.90) is easily a standout for risotto, measuring up to those at Italian restaurants. Redolent of smoked duck meat, the moist rice dish is topped with a wobbly slow-cooked egg that adds to its lusciousness. There are also set lunches from only RM35.90, but we strongly advise you spend a little more for the full experience here — it will be worth it.
Avg price per person: RM65

I'd be nitpicking if I said this wasn't good. Flavours were spot-on — smoky, saltish and subtle. The smoked Wagyu skirt was cut just thin enough to give it a pleasant bite, save from chewy. Description says that's a cheesy potato puree underneath but it was mostly a regular mash I tasted. Still good as any!

Also enjoyed the incredibly good Rice & Shine (RM36.90), risotto with smoked duck. Highly recommended!