3 Meals Of Goodness

Stepping into Chynna @ Hilton Kuala Lumpur is like going back in time. The theatrical ebony and red décor, upholstered wall panels, antique furniture and authentic Oriental touches. It’s hard to describe — it’s modern, yet from another era and with lots of drama and style. Waiters/waitresses in traditional Chinese robes adds to the feel.

Our Chynna experience began with a dramatic flourish when the resident tea master, a young man from the old country, poured out Eight Treasure tea from a dragon teapot.

Contact Details

Level 5, Hilton Kuala Lumpur
3 Jalan Stesen Sentral
Kuala Lumpur Sentral
50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tel: +60 3 2264 2264
Fax: +60 3 2264 2266
E-mail: kuala-lumpur@hilton.com
Web site: http://www.kl-studio.com

Convenient, easy and direct access to the ERL together with MRT, LRT, KTM Komuter as well as other public modes of transport.

Ratings

OVERALL RATING : * * * * * (Dine like an Emperor !)
Environment Rating : * * * * * (Very authentic Oriental touches)
Food Rating : * * * * * (Deeeeliciously Royale !)
Service Rating : * * * * * (Super !)
Value Rating : * * (not for budget dining, definitely)

Operation Details

Average Price : RM 70 – RM 100 ++ per person

Operating Hours : 12:00 noon to 11:00 pm daily

Accepted Cards: : Master Card , Visa Card , American Express , Diners Card

Miscellaneous Details

Halal : Yes

Dining Method : Dine in / Take-away

Food/Cuisine : Start your meal with long-spout tea poured and refilled at every table. Choose from such star-quality creations as steamed shark’s fin or ‘phoenix eyes’ goose-liver dumplings or sautéed sliced beef tenderlion in Mongolian sauce. Or enjoy a late-night supper the old-fashioned way – with a steaming hot bowl of congee.

Ambience/Features : Authentic, innovative Cantonese delicacies mixed with a touch of Shanghai theatrics – a dash of drama and flair in everything done. An open dim sum kitchen and bar. Even a unique selection of traditional herbal cooking specialities to rejuvenate the ‘chi’.

BYO Allowed? : I don’t think you want to bring any of your own food, trust me !

Reservations : Accepted, of course !

I was heading to the famous chicken rice shop along Jalan Maharajalela when I noticed this dark, candle-lit restaurant. I got curious and peeped through the curtained window … and saw this most romantic view. Tried looking for the signboard but alas, non found. I walked around to the front entrance and there it was, a small sign that says Café Café. I thought to myself…. I must come back and try it out. And guess what .. here I am …. a week later…

From the moment I entered the cafe, my first impression was ….. WOW! ( Well, I really can’t express how I felt at that moment. you really need to visit this place to experience what I meant !). For the benefit of doubt, I’ll attempt to describe a little here ….

Dim-lit restaurant … the first thing I noticed were bits of crystal thingy dangling from the ceiling … lot’s of them .. like twinkling, shining stars ….. And hanging across the wall .. a huge drape curtain … you know … the huge Victorian type… A quick glance around and you’ll see some well-set dining tables … every single one candle-lit. The candle lights reflecting off the wine glasses and the silverwares placed on the dining tables somehow created a very romantic ambiance. Surrounding the dining area are old cottage-styled cabinets .. well-stocked with canned food, wines …. giving the impressions of cozy cottages in old times.

Since I was so awed by the restaurant setups and surroundings .. I completely forgotten about the food. I remembered eating some, took some photos … but I could not remember the name of them. One thing I did remember though … well, 2 things actually … One is … the food is good … really good, so it’s not just a pretty restaurant … The second thing is .. if you love your French food … make sure you don’t miss the Foie Gras. It’s the best here. Anyway .. here are some visuals for you.

Contact Details

175, Jalan Maharajalela
50150 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel : 603-21458141
www.cafecafekl.com

Located on a busy cross-junction, Café Café is a slice of Paris in downtown Kuala Lumpur. Far from the madding crowd that is Bukit Bintang, yet close enough to feel the pulse of the Golden Triangle, is a quaint restaurant at a corner of what used to be the Edinburgh Roundabout. Opposite of National Staduim and near to the traffic lights at the Dewan Bahasa intersection, you can’t miss the 19th century Parisian-styled cafe that stands out in a row of nondescript shops. Parking is convenient and available around the place.

Ratings

OVERALL RATING : * * * * * (perfect for marriage proposal )
Environment Rating : * * * * * * (extra stars for super romantic ambience !)
Food Rating : * * * * (rather designer food)
Service Rating : * * * * (Waiters very informative, every one of them)
Budget Rating : * * (Quite Pricey .. then again .. you’re paying for the ambience)

Operation Details

Average Price : RM50 – RM100

Operating Hours

MON – SAT Dinner: 06.00pm – 12.00pm
SUN Lunch 12.00pm – 02.30pm, Tea 02:30pm – 05:30pm, Dinner 06:00pm 0 12:00am

Accepted Cards: : Master Card , Visa Card , American Express , Diners Card

Miscellaneous Details

Halal : Yes

Dining Method : Dine-In (Please .. if you wanna catch Amber Chia)

Food/Cuisine

Fench / Italian. Favourites are traditional foie gras (goose liver), which is the signature dish. Speciality also includes succulent French duck breast, Italian food such as pasta and risotto cooked with dried porcini mushroom. Entrees like mussels in white wine,escargots, scallops with black truffles … are not to be missed. Lovers of desert will appreciate the range of homemade classic French and Italian foods such as French dark chocolate or banana mousse, Crème brulee – a classic French favourite. Tiramisu comes highly recommended with creamy Italian mascarpone cheese and a touch of strong French brandy.

Ambience/Features : Lavish interior. Quintessentially Parisian – echoes of the combination of Le Quartier du Marais, Montmartre together with a touch of Moulin Rough.

In plain English …. VERY ROMANTIC …

BYO (Bring Your Own) Allowed? : Please … you don’t want to do that….

Reservations : Temporarily not available.