The capital city of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is a heady mix of shiny modern skyscrapers and traditional temples. A well renowned destination for shopping and eating, the city takes both of those past times very seriously. Dishes influenced by Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and European flavours can be found throughout the city.
If you’re looking for vegan food you’re spoiled for choice here. Check out this guide to vegan restaurants in Kuala Lumpur.
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Shook!
At Shook!, Asian and European style cuisine combines to offer diners an amazing flavour sensation, spread across a wide variety of dishes. Shook! is the centrepiece of the very popular Feast Village, a collection of bars and restaurants, and one visit later and you’ll see why!Diners can feast on such charming dishes as Snow White Dancing Prawns, Wagyu Beef Cheeks and Unagi No Kabayaki, all served in a modern, warm and inviting atmosphere.
- Feast Village Starhill Gallery at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur, 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100, Kuala Lumpur
- +60 3 2782 3875
- Sunday – Friday 06.00AM – 11.00PM, Saturdays 06.00AM – 00.00AM
A-toast Breakfast & Juice Bar
For people looking for something fast and simple, A-Toast Breakfast & Juice Bar could be just the thing you’re looking for. A fantastic little sandwich venue that has an intriguing range of dishes for the hungry visitor. There’s more to A Toast Breakfast & Juice Bar than just sandwiches, however, and the hungry breakfast visitor can tuck in to hot meals and healthy fruits and, naturally, juices and smoothies.
- 291 Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur 55100
- +60 1 3277 5654
- Monday – Friday 6.00AM – 3.00PM, Saturday & Sunday 9.00AM – 3.00PM
The Red Beanbag
A great, funky little spot run by people who really care about good food, fresh ingredients and excellent service. They go to incredible lengths to ensure every dish is prepared to perfection and presented in an equally perfect manner. The lucky diners who venture in to The Red Beanbag will be presented with a choice of the Light Side menu, with healthy, lighter options, or the Dark Side menu, which contains all the hearty, meaty dishes. Of course, you can order from either.
- A4-1-08, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480, Kuala Lumpur
- +603 6211 5116
- Monday – Thursday 10.00AM – 6.00PM, Friday& Sunday 09.30AM – 10.00PM
Ra-ft Cafe and Bistro
Ra-Ft is an Italian cafe serving great food and amazing coffee in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. They grind their own coffee on-site, so you know you’ll be getting the freshest cup of java available to wash down the excellent breakfasts they provide.For fans of breakfast, Ra-Ft has you covered. From healthy light bites through delicious dishes like Bacon Stuffed Pancakes, on to their Ra-Ft Breakfast. Or you can build your own from an extensive list of ingredients.
- Unit G1, Ground Floor, Binjai 8 Premium Soho, Lorong Binjai, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur
- +603 21811091
- Monday – Saturday 07.30AM – 10.00PM, Sunday 07.30AM – 6.00PM
Breakfast Thieves
Breakfast Thieves is the sister restaurant to the original in Melbourne, Australia. Now, the creators are bringing Australian cuisine mixed with Asian flair and flavour to the bustling city of Kuala Lumpur.Diners at Breakfast Thieves can choose from sweet corn & zucchini fritters, brioche french toast with homemade coconut jam, citrus cured salmon with rosemary polenta log or homemade beef chorizo meatballs with spicy baked eggs and button mushrooms and much more.
- Lot M, 29-5 Jalan Riong, Bangsar, 59100, Kuala Lumpur
- +603 2788 3548
- Tuesday – Sunday 09.00AM – 5.00PM Closed Mondays
Gravybaby
GravyBaby is a funky, modern, trendy food and cocktail spot. It’s renowned across the city for providing some of the tastiest food in Kuala Lumpur in cool surroundings. With three venues across Kuala Lumpur, you’re never too far from food heaven. Breakfast lovers enjoy the eggs Benedict with salmon, full English style breakfasts, waffles with Grenache, bacon and scrambled eggs as well as fresh juices and hot coffee.
- 5 Jalan Desa Jaya, Taman Desa, 58100, Kuala Lumpur
- +60 3 7988 0383
- Open 7 days a week, 07.00AM – 00.00AM
Pan & Tamper
Famous across South East Asia, Pan & Tamper provides a fantastic combination of European, Spanish, Asian and Australian cuisines, usually infused together to create truly unique flavour experiences. Diners love the Caveman Breakfast complete with turkey ham, chicken sausages, baby spinach and sautéed potato or a wide variety of eggs and freshly made juices and first class coffees. You can also enjoy smoked salmon with avocado toast and freshly baked croissants.
- D1-G3-9, 1, Jalan Dutamas, 1 Solaris Dutamas, 50480, Kuala Lumpur
- +60 3 6206 2929
- Open 7 days a week, 07.00AM – 00.00AM
Antipodean Cafe
The fantastic Antipodean Cafe in Kuala Lumpur provides a great blend of European cafe culture mixed with a very unique Antipodean vibe. For coffee lovers, there aren’t many places to get a better cup of joe than this place and, if food’s your thing too, then you’re in heaven!The breakfast menu at the Antipodean Cafe is extensive and delicious. Everyone is catered for here with dishes ranging from light bites and bagels all the way up to All Day Breakfast, a hearty beast of a meal featuring sausages, bacon and eggs and all the trimmings.
- No. 20, Jelan Telawi 2, Bangsar, Juala Lumpur
- +60 3 2282 0411
- Sunday – Thursday 07.30AM –10.00PM, Friday and Saturday 07.30AM – 11.00PM
Lokl Coffee
LOKL Coffee prides itself on being not just Malaysian but also being a proper local spot. They know everything to see and do in Kuala Lumpur and, if you’re stuck for ideas, ask one of the friendly team and they’ll give you a few ideas, most of which probably won’t be in the guide books. Whilst you’re there, grab some chow. Food on offer includes healthy bowls of granola, chicken and waffles, huge fry-ups and a variety of eggs and freshly made bread.
- 30 Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, 50000, Kuala Lumpur
- +603 2072 1188
- Monday – Sunday 08.00AM – 6.00PM
Vineria.it
The lovely people at Vineria.IT don’t want you to feel as if you’re walking into just another restaurant when you visit them, they want you to feel like you’re returning home after a long trip and are ready for a grand, hearty meal. Breakfast diners are well catered for here, with a wide range of egg dishes, healthy options and an All-You-Can-Eat breakfast buffet including sausage, eggs, bacon and much, much more.
- G133 Bangsar Shopping Centre, 289 Jalan Maarof, 59100, Kuala Lumpur
- +6032287 7889
- Monday – Saturday 09.00AM – 00.00AM,Sunday 09.00AM – 11:30pm
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