With the final quarter approaching an end, it’s safe to say that 2021 was indubitably a tough ride. Who are we kidding- hand us that drink already! Here is our curated list of 15 cool bars in KL & PJ you definitely need to visit with your friends for a fun (and safe) night out before the year is over!
15 Stylish Bars in KL & PJ to Check Out by the End of 2021:
1. Tobu Sake Bar
Calling all sake lovers! If MCO has stopped you from travelling to Japan, this is the place for you instead! Upon entering a Torii gate, this restaurant-bar will have you forgetting you’re in Malaysia for a hot minute. Sip on a few chilled glasses of sake while listening to their daily live bands, from 8pm-10pm. If you’re not a sake fan, their food selection which includes yakitori and chicken karaage, will surely feed your appetite!
Tobu Sake Bar
Address: 55c, Jalan SS 21/56b, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Operating hours: 4pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 012-8660960
2. Sin Chew Kee Cold Drink Store
Cocktail, tea, or me? This new post-colonial spot is Malaysia’s first tea-cocktail bar, boasting unique flavours that bring us even closer to home. Try their Teh O’ Ice Limau “TeaTail” for starters, made with bourbon whiskey and pandan syrup. Their twists on classic cocktails will leave you longing for more!
Sin Chew Kee Cold Drink Store
Address: 8 (upstairs), Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
Operating hours: 5pm-12am (Wednesday-Mondays)
Contact: 013-4838863
3. G-String KL
Risqué nights await you at this playful speakeasy, laced (literally) with provocative cocktails and art. The drinks at this bar were created to empower women, to which we say – you go girl(s)! With neon signs all around, this is the perfect bar for a mischievous girls’ night out!
G-String KL
Address: 147, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 4pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 013-938 6322
4. Baijiu
Baijiu, which means “white liquor”, is not only China’s national drink but is also the name of this contemporary dim sum + cocktail bar in Kwai Chai Hong! Dawning a moody vibe, this is the ultimate cool bar that will satisfy both your thirst and hunger. If you’re one for the ‘gram, keep a lookout for posts on social media, as there tend to be art installations in the area every now and then! Plus, happy hour from 5pm-8pm, obviously.
Baijiu
Address: Lorong Panggung, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 5pm-12am (Tuesday-Sunday)
Contact: 010-2666093
Link(s): Instagram
5. Beer Bank
Don’t we just love hidden bars, there’s just something about the exhilaration when you actually find it! This nifty speakeasy is burrowed at the back of Selection Grocery Store. Beer lovers will be pleased to discover more than 600 types of international flavours at this bar!
Beer Bank
Address: Wisma Lim Foo Yoong, 86, Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 12pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 016-2189218
Link(s): Facebook | Instagram | Website
6. Frank’s Bar
A seriously stylish bar that pays homage to Frank Sinatra. Need we say more? Frank’s Bar is so unique, they actually use a new-ageing method that speeds up the alcohol ageing process.. with music. Fans of Sinatra and Hollywood glamour simply must visit this bar! It’d be a SIN not to. Sorry, one and only pun, promise.
Frank’s Bar
Address: Avenue K, Unit 06 Level 03, 156, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 3pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 012-6744860
Link(s): Facebook | Instagram | Website
7. Three X Co
Standing at No. 47, Three X Co is one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars in 2021! They gained this honour and title with their dimly lit speakeasy, inspired by The Great Gatsby. Entering a pop-up barbershop, you’ll discover innovative drinks in a vintage, almost luxurious atmosphere.
Three X Co
Address: Bangsar Shopping Centre, Lot T6A, Level 3, 285, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 5pm-11.45pm (Monday-Saturday)
Contact: 019-3366031
Link(s): Facebook | Instagram | Website
8. Gatsby Mansion KL
Also inspired by The Great Gatsby, this bar recently relaunched with a new look and name after being formerly known as Brixton 23. Gatsby Mansion is a sophisticated restaurant and lounge, serving Malaysia’s only high-tea with Hendrick’s Gin & Tea! With a fancy interior and live bands lined up to set the mood, you’ll enter and exit feeling lush and well, posh.
Gatsby Mansion KL
Address: 23, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 3pm-12am (Monday-Saturday)
Contact: 018-3226000
9. Suagu
This craftbeer bar is secretly hidden on a rooftop, with its entrance tucked away in an alley. To enter, you’d need to ring the number on the door for the code. Be prepared to huff and puff as you trudge to the top via a spiral staircase! As you enter, you’ll find brick walls adorned with beer bottles, with tables and seats overlooking Seri Kembangan. What a perfect way to wind down and catch the sunset!
Suagu
Address: 1502A, Jalan Besar, Kampung Baru Seri Kembangan, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Operating hours: 6.30pm-12am (Tuesday-Sunday)
Contact: 017-6421588
10. Potions KL
You might have heard of their sister bar – The Deceased! With an abundance of exclusive Gin as their highlight, Potions is also another hidden bar and intimate lounge space that only few locals know of. They’re sat right above Timothy Cafe located in Chinatown/Masjid Jamek. If you’re a fan of creative mixology, this might be the one to try first! Their innovative cocktails and calm atmosphere will put you in a fab mood for the weekend (or weekday, we don’t judge).
Potions KL
Address: 24A, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 4pm-12am (Tuesday-Sunday)
Contact: 017-6421588
11. Loop KL
Operating hours: 5pm-12am (Weekdays), 3pm-12am (Weekends)
Contact: 012-6689978
12. Kedai No. 7
We’ve got another speakeasy for you! A little bit of patience is needed as you look for a refrigerator door to get to the real Kedai No. 7. Here you’ll find yourself immersed in an 80’s vibe, with specialty cocktails that include Milo, for example. Every Friday & Saturday they also hold live acoustic performances! They regularly offer promotions including discounts for the ladies, so be sure to keep an eye out for their announcements online.
Kedai No. 7
Address: No 7, Lorong Kurau, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 3pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 011-12297919
Link(s): Facebook
13. Barcade KL
Barcade KL
Address: LG17-19, EkoCheras Mall No. 693, Batu, 5, Jalan Cheras, Taman Mutiara Barat, 56000 Kuala Lumpur.
Operating hours: 12pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 012-7732881
14. Banker Bar
Waltz into this lounge-bar feeling like a gentleman/lady (or other)! The interior is so classic, it’s straight out of a Peaky Blinder’s set. The entire bar is filled with antique knick-knacks, and its ceiling, vintage suitcases. The Banker Bar’s cocktails mostly have an Asian spin, inspired by VS (aged cognac), that will change your mind on the sophisticated liquor.
Banker Bar
Address: Lot 1-10, 360, Tun Razak Road, U Thant Park, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
Operating hours: 5pm-12am (Tuesday-Sunday)
Contact: 017-2083837
Link(s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
15. Junglebird
Ranked 37 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars, Junglebird “Rumah Rum” has been Kuala Lumpur’s fave rum bar since 2017. They have now relocated to Bukit Damansara for a bigger space, holding over 240 international choices of rum here! Signatures include a twist on local everyday flavours such as “Cendol Colada” made with pandan. You’ll be transported to a tropical island in no time!
Junglebird
Address: 61M Jalan Medan Setia 1, Plaza Damansara, Bukit Damansara 50490, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Operating hours: 12pm-12am (Daily)
Contact: 03-20115715
Link(s): Website | Facebook | Instagram
Which Bar(s) Are You Heading to First?
Even though Malaysia’s hospitality industry has faced some setbacks in the recent years, KL’s bar scene is still growing at a rapid pace. Hidden gems are always in the city, and once discovered- it’s such an enthralling feeling. Happy hunting foodies/drinkies, and remember to adhere to SOPs. Stay safe out there!
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