Malaysia

Away from the high-rise hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur’s city center, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail seems an unlikely place for world-class culinary achievement. But armed with three One-MICHELIN-Starred restaurants, the neighborhood’s star is on the ascendancy.

For 78 years, Sek Yuen has balanced the tradition of reunion dinners, ritual dishes and family-first values at Lunar New Year.

Located within a UNESCO Global Geopark, the Four Seasons Resort Langkawi blends nature, conservation and architecture into a retreat shaped by a unique sense of place.

Chef Darren Teoh pays homage to his French culinary roots with Bidou, the winner of the MICHELIN Guide Opening of the Year Award, presented by UOB Malaysia.

Led by Chef Aidan Low, Akar earned its first MICHELIN Star in the 2026 edition of the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang. Here, our Inspector reflects on what they encountered during their visits.

With the reveal of the complete selection of the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2026, our Inspectors describe the three defining trends they observed that are shaping the culinary landscape of the two Malaysian cities.

An inside look at the tradition of staff meals at Kuala Lumpur’s Two-MICHELIN-Starred Dewakan, and the care, sense of ritual and philosophy behind every meal.

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.

Discover the full MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2026 selection, showcasing every Starred restaurant, Bib Gourmand address and MICHELIN Selected venue across both cities.

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.

At Kuala Lumpur’s MICHELIN Key hotels, storied heritage and sky-high luxury meet the city’s blend of tradition, modernity and ever-evolving cuisine.

The MICHELIN Guide announces its selection of the best hotels in Malaysia for 2025.

The chef revives ancient Thai recipes with modern flair, preserving heritage while crafting unforgettable dining experiences at his Kuala Lumpur restaurant.

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

At Leen’s, Hide and Terra Dining, three chefs defy convention, trading law, finance and copywriting for kitchens, conviction and MICHELIN recognition.

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.