Kuala Lumpur Nightlife
Where to Go at Night in Kuala Lumpur
The city centre of Kuala Lumpur, along with some choice urban spots, lights up with excitement at night as crowds of youngsters, revellers and yuppies frequent clubs, bars and pubs on the streets.
The hive of activity usually begins from 10 pm onwards though some nightspots open earlier. Karaoke is another popular activity, usually among Chinese who just love to bellow or croon oldies and contemporary pop music from Hong Kong, regardless of the breaking windows!
Bukit Bintang Nightlife
What to Do at Night in Bukit Bintang
Nightclubs come and go in Kuala Lumpur’s vivacious but variable after-dark scene. Some seem to withstand the ebb and flow of time, yet there are always new ventures springing up all over the place. The nightlife scene in Bukit Bintang is a colourful and glamorous affair; the city’s latest fashionable night scene takes place along Changkat Bukit Bintang. This boulevard is crammed with pubs that transform into lively drinking holes and restaurants that turn into hip nightclubs after dark.
Old standbys like Frangipani, Havana Bar & Grill and Envie remain jam-packed no matter what day of the week and scheduling your time to experience the most of Bukit Bintang’s hot and fascinatingly diverse hub of activity can be difficult. It goes without saying that no one would blame you for staying in the Golden Triangle to enjoy its after-dark offerings.
Jalan Bukit Bintang
The City’s Vibrant Stretch of Dining & Entertainment Options
Needing no introduction to the city’s urbanites and regular visitors, Jalan Bukit Bintang is known as the ultimate one-stop destination where all sorts of dining, entertainment, shopping and accommodation options can be found. Regarded by some as the city’s heartbeat, the street is a hub of buzzing energy that never seems to sleep.
Jalan Bukit Bintang comes into full form at night. Street performers provide free entertainment on brightly-lit sidewalks, while the night air is filled with jovial chatter from open-air cafés and music drifting in from a mixture of sources – nightclubs, pubs and buskers. Bintang Walk, Jalan Bukit Bintang’s famed walkway, often plays host to many special events in town such as the New Year’s Eve and the Merdeka (National Day) celebrations, as well as a number of street concerts and festivals.
Dining
For irresistible Japanese buffet, head over to Jogoya on the Relish Floor of Starhill Gallery. Consisting of a number of dining areas – disclosed, semi-disclosed, private seats and VIP rooms – Jogoya serves more than 200 different dishes, all prepared by skilled chefs using the freshest ingredients. For a taste of Italian, there’s the flagship outlet of Piccolo Mondo’s renowned chain of Italian restaurants, Ristorante L’Opera. Serving scrumptious Italian cuisine that is good to the last bite, the restaurant is perhaps most known for its delightful array of pizzas, baked the traditional way in a stone oven
Located on the Feast Floor of Starhill Gallery, Shook! features seasonal trends in its extensive menu, with four open kitchens offering four different cuisine experiences – Japanese, Chinese Wok, Italian and Western Grill – as well as an impressive walk-in wine cellar containing over 3,000 bottles including premium labels and vintage wines. Moussandra on the Mezzanine Floor of KL Plaza provides a warm and welcoming dining experience that is typically Mediterranean, serving a wide range of Mediterranean cuisine which includes Greek, Spanish and Italian specialties. For a true taste of Thai, there’s Bangkok Jam in Low Yat Plaza. Featuring an exotic spread of Thai favourites that would please even the most discerning traditionalist, this vibrant restaurant captures the essence of Thailand in both its interior and offerings.
Entertainment
Jalan Bukit Bintang offers endless choices when it comes to after-dark entertainment. Many restaurants here are equipped with a bar that comes into full swing at night, and many hotels lining the street also have their own trendy watering holes and nightclubs. Karaoke lounges can be found in abundance here, many of which also offer private rooms, entertaining patrons well into the night no matter which day of the week it is.
Part of Piccolo Hotel, right next to Ristorante L’Opera, Clique Lounge Bar provides a highly stylish chill-out space with its plush crimson interior and cosy ambience, where patrons can enjoy live telecasts of their favourite sports games or indulge in an evening of romantic wining and dining. For karaoke enthusiasts, there’s Red Box in Low Yat plaza which comes with private rooms and a wide selection of songs from golden oldies to the latest hits, as well as a buffet to whet your appetite in between crooning sessions.
Opening Hours: Daily, 19:00 – Late.
Address: Ground Floor, Piccolo Hotel, 101 Jalan Bukit Bintang.
Tel: (603) 2382 0111
Located inside The Westin Hotel, Qba Latin Grill & Bar is a restaurant cum wine/cigar bar serving scrumptious Latin American cuisine, with bands playing live Latin music almost every night.
Above The Ship restaurant, there’s a popular nightspot called Captain’s Cabin Funtheque, featuring live performances, themed nights, games and a different set of tunes played every hour. Another popular nightclub located within the five-star Grand Millennium is the Pulse Ultra Club, deemed the hottest new nightspot in town, which features a large balcony overlooking Bintang Walk and a bar cum lounge area with deejays and live bands, as well as an elegant and intimate Champagne Lounge.
Captain’s Cabin Funtheque
Located above The Ship restaurant, Captain’s Cabin Funtheque is a popular nightspot amongst avid clubbers.
Spacious, bright and lively, this club provides quality live performances with plenty of seating areas from where patrons can watch them. With themed nights, games and a different set of tunes played every hour, Funtheque promises a good time and never disappoints.
Opening Hours: Daily, 19:00 – 03:00
Address: 102 & 104, 1st Floor, Jalan Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2144 3892
Pulse Ultra Club
With an all-in-one entertainment venue concept at its core, Pulse Ultra Club is the hottest new nightspot in town.
Featuring a large balcony overlooking Bintang Walk and a bar cum lounge area with deejays and live bands, the nightclub is a favourite haunt of the young and the trendy. Its elegant Champagne Lounge offers an intimate space for private gatherings.
Opening Hours: Daily, 21:00 – 03:00
Address: Grand Millennium Hotel, 106 Jalan Bukit Bintang.
Tel: (603) 2117 4168
Changkat Bukit Bintang Nightlife
What to Do at Night in Changkat Bukit Bintang
All the rage in Kuala Lumpur now, Changkat Bukit Bintang is one of the city’s most happening boulevards. Regarded as the ‘it’ party venue in KL’s lively yet fluid clubbing scene, Changkat is crammed with restaurants that morph into nightclubs with cocktails bars and pubs that transform into rowdy drinking joints, with deejays spinning music. Live performances from various local acts are also held in a number of nightspots. Amongst the bevy of watering holes, there are a few establishments that stand out – Comedy Thursdays every first Thursday of the month at Havana Bar & Grill are a riot, stopover at Frangipani’s on Friday for unofficial rainbow nights and don’t miss out on Envie Club Lounge’s Saturday R & B night.
Ceylon Bar
Serving a range of cuisine from local to international favourites, The Ceylon Bar also offers the perfect environment to chill out in.
Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday 17:00 – 01:00, Sunday 11:00 – 01:00; Closed on Tuesdays
Address: 20-2 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2145 7689
Elixir
Elixir is a truly opulent establishment. Featuring a plush red carpet running up its front steps a la Hollywood style, the club is a sumptuous mix of elegant and trendy fixtures.
The walls are adorned with oversized photos of beautiful people and the luxurious couches lining the walls, in hues of black, pink and white, are extremely comfortable.
Address: No. 37, 39 & 41 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2145 8222 or (603) 2145 8111 or (6017) 310 6038
Envie Club Lounge
Featuring gothic French décor in shades of pink and white, Envie is one of the most popular Changkat clubs and manages to attract a steady crowd due to its knack of offering everything a good night out needs.
The upstairs open-air rooftop lounge offers sweeping views of the entire afterhours Changkat scene while the party downstairs is a thumping scene with an illuminated interactive dance floor that lights up every time you step on it; Saturday is R&B night.
Opening Hours: Daily, 12:00 – Late
Address: 14 -16 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2142 7381
Frangipani Restaurant & Bar
Aiming to be different from the rest, Frangipani is one of the pioneer establishments along effervescent Changkat. Behind the heavy steel front door downstairs is one of the best French cuisine fine-dining experiences in KL.
Yet it is the bar upstairs that draws in the crowds – the place is a mix of intimately lush spaces with beautiful artwork adorning the walls. Resident deejays spin various tracks all night long to suit different moods, from chill out tunes to hip grinding Latin house music; every Friday informal rainbow nights take place. Read More…
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 19:30 – Late (Dinner); Closed on Mondays
Address: 25 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 21443001
Havana Bar & Grill
Renovated in August 2009 and previously known as Little Havana, this establishment is divided into three separate areas – an open-air pub, a cigar lounge and a restaurant.
Featuring Cuban and Latin specialties, with a Salsa Party Night every Friday and Comedy Thursdays every first Thursday of each month, Havana Bar & Grill really draws in the crowd from sundown till sun up.
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 17:00 – 01:00; Closed Mondays
Address: 2 & 4 Lorong Sahabat, Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2142 7170 or (6012) 390 3610
The Green Man
Shortlisted as one of KL’s best dining experiences by Time Out Kuala Lumpur Food Awards 2010, The Green Man is a tavern with good British pub food. This predominantly sports bar broadcasts a variety of games on its wide-screen televisions and serves up ice-cold lagers, draught Guinness and a limited variety of cocktails.
Opening Hours: Daily, 11:00 – 01:00
Address: 40 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2141 9924 or (6019) 394 9135
The Social
One of the more popular outlets along Changkat, this establishment has another outlet in Bangsar. Sangria Sundays are a good deal and the bar has live bands rocking out a few times a week.
The menu isn’t extensive yet the food is good; try the aromatic crispy duck – crispy duck served with homemade pancakes, sweet plum sauce, chilli oil and julienne of spring onions and cucumber.
Address: 22, Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2142 8260
The Whisky Bar
Occupying a corner lot, The Whisky Bar sits at the end of the Changkat Bukit Bintang Avenue. The establishment serves up an extensive array of more than 200 types of whiskies ranging from Scott Blended, Single Malt and American to Japanese, Irish and Canadian brands.
The bar is a dimly-lit corner with a steady stream of patrons and the one-page menu comprises mainly of salads, tapas and cheese platters. Try the Jamon Iberico, cured ham from black Iberian pig, on bread with diced tomatoes – the dish is unexpectedly savoury.
Opening Hours: Daily, 11:00 – 01:00
Address: 44 & 46 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2143 2268
Twenty.one Kitchen + Bar
A popular haunt amongst the young and uber trendy, the sleek and sophisticated, Twenty.one Kitchen + Bar is a restaurant that transforms into a throbbing party venue at night, particularly during weekends. Opened in 2007, the main dining area downstairs serves mouth-watering dishes in a quieter atmosphere but the best place to enjoy the delicious food is at the outdoor lounge.
Try the penne drowned in three cheese sauce, diced chicken and sun-dried tomatoes; enjoy free cocktails on Thursdays if you don a pink outfit.
Opening Hours: Daily, 12:00 – Late
Address: 20 – 1 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2142 0021
Werner’s on Changkat
Boasting a well-stocked bar, Werner’s on Changkat occupies an expansive corner lot along Changkat Bukit Bintang. Especially popular among the young yuppie crowd, the establishment has plush yet spunky fixtures with chandeliers and luxurious sofas. Boasting a brightly lit catwalk dance floor, the DJ spins contemporary hits all night long from the raised booth.
Opening Hours: Daily, 12:00 – Late
Address: 50 Changkat Bukit Bintang
Tel: (603) 2142 5670 or (6017) 388 1361
Asian Heritage Row
Hotspot in Kuala Lumpur
A section of Jalan Doraisamy gives way to a spectacular row of converted colonial buildings, named Asian Heritage Row. Marrying the contemporary with the historical, the row is filled with trendy dining and entertainment options with elegant and arresting façades that captivate the eye as well as the curiosity, many of which can’t be found anywhere else.
Located just off Jalan Sultan Ismail right next to Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, the once-abandoned 80-year-old houses have become one of the city’s hotspots as far as exciting and vibrant nightlife is concerned. The street has a distinct European feel to it; in fact, it wouldn’t be too much to liken it to London’s Soho and Paris’ Montmartre.
The Story Behind The Row
Just a few years ago, Asian Heritage Row looked quite the opposite of how it is today. Lined with dilapidated, neglected Neo-classical structures, the street wasn’t particularly a pleasing sight to behold. A certain William Ng saw the potential in these old yet fine buildings and quickly took interest in them as he felt that it would be a shame for them to just rot into oblivion.
The buildings were renovated into aesthetically-pleasing architectural pieces while maintaining their original identity. Today, Heritage Row consists of elegant and charming restaurants, cafés, bars and clubs as the once-quiet, rundown area is transformed into a lively and happening lifestyle district.
Dining in Heritage Row
Renowned for its colourful fine-dining options, Asian Heritage Row offers a myriad of international flavours ranging from Vietnamese to Portuguese. Some of these super-stylish eateries transform into trendy nightclubs late at night.
Anchoring the Row is CoChine Lounge & Restaurant. Serving Indochine specialties consisting of Vietnamese, Laotian and Cambodian fare, striking Angkor-Wat-inspired sandstone sculptures stand at its entrance. For those with a sweet tooth, Bisou Bake Shop offers a huge selection of homemade baked goods and is most famed for its delectable and attractive cupcakes.
Serving a diverse selection of Western and Asian cuisine from Lamb Shank to Thai Radna Beef, Mojo is a one-stop destination combining restaurant, pool lounge, live performances and nightclub. Palacio serves authentic Southern French and Spanish cuisine on the first floor and tapas bar on the ground floor. For Middle Eastern and authentic Turkish cuisine including freshly-baked traditional Turkish bread, Saray offers an unpretentious, fuss-free dining experience in the midst of a lush Turkish-themed décor.
Senja Bistro introduces you to the mouthwatering delights of authentic, traditional Malay cuisine with specialties such as Rendang Tok and Otak Otak, as well as classic favourites such as satay and nasi lemak, with a distinct ‘kampung’ (Malay village) feel. That Indian Thing features Indian fare with a difference, incorporating the flavours of Italian, Spanish and Malaysian cuisine into its range of fusion dishes. A spin-off from the posh London restaurant of the same name and hugely popular with big-named celebrities, The Ivy features fusion delights specially prepared by a chef originally from the London restaurant. Priding itself on having the longest happy hours around the area, Kristao specialises in Malaccan Portuguese cuisine with an interesting selection of homemade desserts.
The Loft KL’s Tokyo Tei and Mezza Note offer the best of two worlds – the former is an upscale Japanese bistro while the latter is a sophisticated Italian restaurant – where diners can order from both sets of menus. Even though they are located back-to-back, the eateries are different in terms of ambience and design concept. For a truly typical Malaysian culinary experience, Buharry Bistro is the neighbourhood’s ‘Mamak’ restaurant, serving a variety of local favourites and popular hawker specialties.
Heritage Row Nightlife
Playing techno to Latin beats, the nightclubs lining Asian Heritage Row are a sophisticated bunch, with mesmerising neon lights on the outside and caverns of pure energy within. Known as the city’s hottest party central, Asian Heritage Row is the place to be seen, with the added hip factor of colonial heritage.
Located right at the beginning of Asian Heritage Row, within the same building housing CoChine Lounge & Restaurant, the trendy Bar Savanh has rightfully won various accolades including JUICE Malaysia’s ‘Best Bar of the Year’, while the stylish W Wine Room next door has been voted ‘Best Wine Bar in Kuala Lumpur’ by KLUE magazine. Aside from an extensive dining menu, Mojo also has regular live performances from both foreign and local acts, as well as deejays – both in-house and guest – spinning tunes from R & B to Retro music.
The Loft KL’s three nightclubs – Upstairs, SPACE and Cynna – feature a unique clubbing experience, with house deejays presenting clubbers with a groovy blend of house, techno, progressive, R & B and disco. Featuring a décor that is a tribute to Southern Mexico’s Mayan heritage, Sunshine Classic Bar is an unpretentious club with a live band playing lively sets from Top 40 hits to retro classics. Formerly known as Atrium, Blanc Le Club grabs your attention and interest with its chic and minimalist pure-white façade and futuristic interior.
CoChine Lounge & Restaurant/Bar Savanh
Address: 62 & 64 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Restaurant: Monday – Saturday 18:30 – 23:00
Bar: 17:00 until late
Happy Hours: 17:00 – 21:00
CoChine Café
Address: 62 & 64 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Friday: 12:00 – 22:00
Saturday: 17:00 – 22:0
Bisou Bake Shop
Address: 58 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Tuesday to Thursday: 9:00 – 23:00
Friday & Saturday: 9:00 – 2:00
Sunday: 9:00 – 23:00
Closed on Mondays
Mojo
Address: 42 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Friday: 12:00 – late
Saturday & Sunday: 16:00 – late
Palacio
Address: 26 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Thursday: 12:00 – 15:00 & 17:00 – midnight
Friday: 12:00 – 15:00pm & 17:00 – 2:00
Saturday: 17:00 – 3:00
Closed on Sundays
Saray
Address: 60 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Sunday: 12:00 – 15:00 & 18:00 – 23:00
Senja Bistro
Address: 54 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Sunday: 10:30 – 2:00
That Indian Thing
Address: 52 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Sunday: 11:00 – 14:00
The Ivy
Address: 48 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 – midnight
Closed on Mondays
Kristao
Address: 56 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 1:00
Saturday: 9:00 – Late
Closed on Sundays
Buharry Bistro
Address: 22 – 24 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 – 3:00am
Friday & Saturday: 7:00 – 5:00
Sunday: 10:30 – 3:00
W Wine Room
Address: 58 – 60 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Saturday: 16:00 – late
Closed on Sundays
Sunshine Classic Bar
Address: 13, 15 & 17 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Saturday: 17:00 – 3:00
Closed on Sundays
Blanc Le Club
Address: 21 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Sunday: 21:00 – late
Tokyo Tei/Mezza Notte (The Loft KL)
Address: 28 – 40 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Friday: 12:00 – 15:00 & 18:30 – 23:00
Saturday: 12:00 – 15:00 & 18:00 – 2:00
Closed on Sundays
Upstairs (The Loft KL)
Address: 28 – 40 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Sunday: 21:00 – 3:00
Space (The Loft KL)
Address: 28 – 40 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Wednesday – Saturday: 21:00 – 3:00
Sunday: 22:00 – 3:00
Cynna (The Loft KL)
Address: 28 – 40 Jalan Doraisamy, Asian Heritage Row
Monday – Sunday: 18:00 – 3:00
Happy Hours: 18:00pm – 21:00
Bangsar Nightlife
What to Do at Night in Bangsar
Bangsar is one of Kuala Lumpur’s most popular nightspots for locals and expatriates. Almost all the pubs, clubs and bars are concentrated in the streets of Telawi, attracting heaps of patrons on weekends and Friday nights.
Listed here are some of the more exciting joints in the blocks of Bangsar to explore.
Here are some of the most happening ones in the area:
Absolute Chemistry
One of the hippest venues in Kuala Lumpur’s nightlife scene, Absolute Chemistry keeps the party going all night long well into the wee hours of the morning with pumping tunes from the biggest hits over the last four decades. Aside from fun themed nights, this joint also serves some of the cheapest happy hour beers in town, as well as a delightful selection of Mexican cuisine.
Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday & Sunday 10:00 – 01:00
Friday & Saturday 10:00 – 03:00
Address: 3 – 5 Jalan Telawi 2
Tel: (603) 2282 7242
Gas Works
A fun bar with an automotive theme, Gas Work’s stunning interior is sure to appeal to auto-enthusiasts everywhere with its paraphernalia of fast cars hanging on the walls and racing-geared waitresses. Tuck in to some great food with equally great names such as deep-fried Silverstone squid rings and Mutton Varual Schumacher, while watching major racing events on the large-screen television.
Opening Hours: Daily 12:00 – 11:00
Address: 5 Jalan Telawi 2
Tel: (603) 2282 4188
Ronnie Q’s
Regarded by some as the city’s best-kept secret, Ronnie Q’s is a British-style pub serving a selection of quality pub grub and imported lagers. A famous watering hole amongst urbanites, the pub also has a large-screen television where you can catch a game of football.
Address: 32 Jalan Telawi 2
Tel: (603) 2282 0722
The Social
One of the city’s fine dining and entertainment venues, The Social provides a welcoming and friendly atmosphere likened to being in your best friend’s home. Featuring great food and great ambiance, it is the ideal venue for a perfect night out where one can party all night long with like-minded souls.
Opening Hours: Daily 12:00 – 02:00
Address: 57 – 59 Jalan Telawi 3
Tel: (603) 2282 2260
Vintages
The ultimate wine bar filled with hundreds of white, red and dessert wines from every continent, Vintages also doubles up as a restaurant and a wine retailer. Conferred the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for two consecutive years, Vintage needs no introduction to those who truly appreciates fine wines.
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday & Sunday 11:30 – Late
Saturday 15:00 – Late
Address: 31 Jalan Telawi 3
Tel: (603) 2287 3810
In Bukit Bintang
- Planet Hollywood
Nestled on the ground floor of the KL Plaza shopping centre, Planet Hollywood is par of the global chain of Planet Hollywood bars cum restaurants, where you can taste great American food and drinks. - Club De Vegas
Club De Vegas is a popular bistro with Chinese that has many karaoke lounges. The club is also famous for its ‘social escorts’, sweet young girls that accompany bored male patrons at the club on a drinking spree. - QBa
Nestled inside the Westin Hotel, QBa carries a Latin theme in its décor and style. Low-key lighting and live bands provide the relaxing ambience while a large range of fine wines lets you imbibe in style. - Moussandra
Well known for its Mediterranean cuisine, patrons can choose from a wide range of Greek, Spanish and Italian food as well as sample ‘tapas’ from the bar; Spanish snacks served with cocktails. - Little Havana
As its name suggests, this is a Cuban bar where patrons can smoke cigars to their fill while enjoying the indoor or outdoor dining. - Neway
This popular karaoke lounge is located inside the Times Square shopping centre. The highlights are its spacious rooms, wide selection of songs and a nice dining menu. - Frangipani
The Frangipani is a chic bar with a nice selection of cocktails and shooters. Their speciality is House music with frequent appearances by guest DJs.
In Sultan Ismail
- Hard Rock Café
Always the perennial crowd favourite, Hard Rock Café attract both locals and tourists. Stage performances by international artistes are held frequently. On other days, there’s plenty of rhythm and blues music with some great American food. - Carnegies
Carnegies has chains across Asia and the Kuala Lumpur chapter is no less exciting and fun to visit. Combining both retro and modern themes in its décor, Carnegies becomes a merry pub in the evenings and a fantastic disco at night. - Finnegan’s
Finnegan’s is a popular Irish pub that attracts a good crowd of expatriates and locals alike. Their beers are top notch along with some great food. - Espanda
Formerly Emporium, the Espanda nightclub has a futuristic feel with lots of dance music to go around. It has a club, lounge, restaurant and a garden for al-fresco dining. - Nouvo
Nouvo has been one of the long-staying residents in the clubbing stretch of Sultan Ismail. The club offers a cosy environment with red cushion lounges and occasional guest DJs from overseas. - Ruums
One of the newer joints in Sultan Ismail, Ruums is popular for its variety of polished music from hip hop to R&B and retro to trance
In Ampang
- Club De Macau
Club De Macau is a huge karaoke club with two levels and karaoke rooms that can fit up to 30 people. Extremely popular with the Chinese crowd, patrons can sing a mix of Canto-pop, Japanese, Korean and English songs. - Poppy/Passion
Poppy is a club with a modern outlook that plays mainly R&B and hip-hop music, popular with the ladies. Upstairs is another club called Passion, which caters to a young crowd with a mix of house and techno music. - Nouvo
Nouvo has been one of the long-staying residents in the clubbing stretch of Sultan Ismail. The club offers a cozy environment with red cushion lounges and occasional guest DJs from overseas. - Rum Jungle
Popular with the older crowd, Rum Jungle is a club with a tribal theme, playing reggae, Latin, Spanish and sometimes cultural beats. - Beach Club
A Hawaiian-themed club which is mostly outdoors, Beach Club attracts a huge crowd of tourists, especially Caucasians. This is easily one of the noisiest clubs on the block. - Thai Club & Bistro
A little piece of Thailand’s crazy nightlife in KL! The Thai Club & Bistro is built with traditional Thai element incorporated in its architecture. They do celebrate Thai cultural events such as the Water Festival with promotions each year. - Grand Modesto’s
This Italian hang-out area has a good balance of dining and clubbing opportunities. Also enjoy their sister bars which attract a strong Malay crowd; Bar Uno which is just next door for some great drinks or visit Bar Ibiza, also under the same roof, for dancing.
In Bangsar
- Absolute Chemistry
Absolutely Chemistry in Telawi Street is an extremely popular and outgoing club, with a mostly young crowd. There’s a neat dance area and plenty of drinks to go around. - Alexis
Alexis is a cool, fancy hangout bar in a two-storey shop lot in Telawi. The ground floor is where the bistro, which serves a good range of food and drinks is, while upstairs is the hangout area. - Bar Flam
Another great joint on Telawi Street, Bar Flam serves a large array of cocktails and fine food. This is also a great place to dance as most of the expatriate crowd here love to do. - Club 11:15
A new kid on the block, Club 11:15 has an outrageous style of promotion and service, where its staff are dressed according to changing fantasy themes from time to time. - La Bodega
More of a fine dining restaurant, this Spanish outlet has a good range of Tapas with red or white wine. The lounge is where patrons can chill for some great music. - T Club & Bistro
T Club & Bistro in Telawi is another fantastic place to hang around that’s not too noisy with mostly slow music until after 11 pm, when house beats take the air waves. This place is very popular with young, working professionals. - Telawi Street Bistro
An elegant and classy bar at a corner of Telawi Street, the bistro serves fine cocktails and gourmet food. It also opens during the day time for lunch. - The Social
The Social is a hive of noise and activity as this club attracts sport enthusiasts, especially for English Premier League Football. The food is also pretty good. - The Talk
This is a Japanese bistro with cooling interiors that are tinged with white and blue. The sushi is really delicious and you can enjoy a wide range of drinks too.
In Sri Hartamas
- Backyard Grill & Pub
A long-standing pub that is dedicated to European football, as you will see from the paraphernalia adorning the walls. Enjoy good steaks as you listen to classic tunes and modern rock. - Breakers
Breakers is famous for its excellent pool tables, attracting crowds of young pool-players. Foosball is another popular activity here while TV sets switched on sports channel light up the club. - Karma
Another senior club, Karma has long been one of the most popular nightspots in Hartamas. The interior and décor feature wood and organic themes heavily. The crowds are mostly local Indians. - Soda Club
Soda is a new lively club for partying with a nice dance floor accompanied by the latest hits on the music air waves. Live bands perform here occasionally. - Souled Out
A solid reputation for good food and casual atmosphere, Souled Out attracts large crowds of youngsters and even families who dine in its spacious outdoor area. A bar is located upstairs with a small stage. During important football matches, the place becomes packed to the brim.
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Kuala Lumpur Chinatown Nightlife
Where to Go at Night in Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
The nightlife in Chinatown is in a league of its own; it’s not about rows of clubs, pubs and bars offering music-and-alcohol-fuelled entertainment, but the extra colour that seems to grow more vibrant at night, lighting up Petaling Street and its surroundings.
Chinatown’s night market serves as the area’s main attraction – even bigger and more happening than during the daytime – giving you a kind of nightlife that is quite different from what you may be used to.
Most Popular Nightlife in Chinatown
Reggae Bar & Guest House
As the name suggests, reggae music is the order of the day in this laid-back bar, although some rock and R & B are also thrown in for good measure every now and then. Equipped with pool tables and walls on which you are free to leave your mark, the drinks sold here are relatively cheap compared to other drinking holes in the city centre, making this a popular venue for backpackers and budget travellers.
Other Nightlife in Chinatown
Reggae Bar & Guest House
As the name suggests, reggae music is the order of the day in this laid-back bar, although some rock and R & B are also thrown in for good measure every now and then. Equipped with pool tables and walls on which you are free to leave your mark, the drinks sold here are relatively cheap compared to other drinking holes in the city centre, making this a popular venue for backpackers and budget travellers. Read More…
Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday 12:00 – Late
Location: Across the street from Popular Bookstore
Address: 158, Ground Floor, Jalan Tun H. S. Lee
Tel: (603) 2026 7690
The Beatles Bar
Named after the iconic band from Liverpool, The Beatles Bar provides a totally relaxed chill-out space with songs from The Beatles and John Lennon playing in the background. Beers are pretty cheap here, but make sure you come early as the bar can get quite packed, especially on the weekends.
Location: Along Jalan Hang Lekir, near the intersection of Jalan Hang Lekir & Jalan Tun H. S. Lee, right opposite Popular Bookstore (above an Interflora florist)
The Night Market
Noticeably livelier by night, Petaling Street Night Market needs no introduction to those familiar with the city. The shops and stalls here seems to multiply after dark, and the area becomes more vibrant with throngs of people visiting this area for food and/or bargains and stall owners vying for their attention. Soak in the atmosphere of this legendary night market as you trawl the rows of shops and stalls in what is deemed the mother of all night markets.
Opening Hours: Daily, 18:00 – Late
Location: Along Petaling Street and the intersecting road, Jalan Hang Lekir