Malaysia

The MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2026 celebrates Malaysia’s ever-evolving dining scene with 151 establishments: 2 new MICHELIN-Starred restaurants, 58 Bib Gourmand picks and 84 MICHELIN Selected venues, reflecting a country where creativity, culture and craft continue to flourish.

This year’s Bib Gourmand selection welcomes five new additions: two from Kuala Lumpur and three from Penang, bringing the total to 58 value-for-money eateries across Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

Shaped by migration and memory, Hakka food blends humble ingredients with heritage, preserving a culture through bold, soulful dishes.

At this Penang institution, four generations have perfected the art of Hainanese chicken rice while honoring a grandmother’s original recipe.

From millennia-old Javanese sweet noodles to Jewish-inspired Indian pancakes, desserts here promise a delightful treat at any time of the day.

No visit to multicultural Malaysia is ever complete without savoring its phenomenally rich and diverse food culture.

Rooted in centuries of culinary exchange, Malaysia’s seafood scene is a treasure trove of flavors. From fiery curries to tamarind-laced broths, these MICHELIN-recommended restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Penang are must-stops for any seafood lover.

Think great food needs booze to shine? Think again. These nine Malaysian restaurants are proving that non-alcoholic pairings can be just as complex, refined, and downright delicious — no buzz required.

From fiery sambals to sweet coconut palm elixirs, Malaysia’s sauces are the soul of its cuisine — each one a flavour-packed journey through the country’s rich, multicultural dining traditions.

The latest MICHELIN Guide selection in Kuala Lumpur & Penang has just been unveiled — now, let’s dive into the dishes that left our inspectors absolutely impressed!

An amazing year for Malaysia: The MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2025 unveils 143 addresses, including 56 Bib Gourmand establishments, 80 Selected spots, two new MICHELIN-Starred restaurants, and the nation’s first-ever Green Star awardee.

Nasi Padang is the much-loved contribution of the Minangkabau, or Minang, people of West Sumatra, Indonesia, to the Malay culinary world. An irresistible mini-banquet of rice served alongside a mouthwatering spread of richly spiced dishes, a Nasi Padang meal is a veritable smorgasbord of differing flavours and textures, and a feast for the senses.

The Malay nasi lemak is defined by its own trinity of rice, fresh coconut milk, and the indispensable sambal belachan. We visit two MICHELIN nasi lemak spots in Penang and unearth the history behind this quintessential Malay dish.

Love night markets? Hit up these spots in Malaysia for a memorable shopping and eating experience!

Possessing a certain joie de vivre and irresistible charm in their approach to life, the Peranakans are among Penang's first settlers; and today, vestiges of their grandeur from a bygone era can be seen everywhere in George Town. Here's where to go in Penang for a quick weekend immersion in Peranakan culture!

Does Malaysian Buah Kulim, or Jungle Garlic, hold the potential to replace the elusive truffle? Chefs Darren Teoh of two-MICHELIN-Starred Dewakan in Kuala Lumpur and Johnson Wong, recipient of the Malaysian MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award 2024, tell us their thoughts on the locally sourced gem.

Solo travellers with an appetite for adventure can’t miss Malaysia’s capital city of Kuala Lumpur — a bustling metropolis that’s part cultural hotspot, part foodie haven, just as long as you know where to look.

Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day, and what better way to a loved one’s heart than to offer and share sweet treats.