Kuala Lumpur

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 Inspectors reveal their favourite dishes in the 2026 Kuala Lumpur and Penang selection, ranging from a faithful French classic to a beloved Malaysian hawker staple.

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.