If you're looking for a night with great food, nice romantic ambience and 5-star service, we've got our top 7 picks for Valentine's Day . The listing is in no particular order. We have had some great moments in the places below.
1. MANDARIN GRILL, MANDARIN ORIENTAL
Savour a romantic candlelight dinner with your loved one at Mandarin Grill this 14 February.
A 5-course set menu with highlights such as Lobster Medallions, Duck Foie Gras Raviolie, and Australian Black Angus Tenderloin just to name a few, each couple will also receive a special gift for Him and Her. Menu is available with or without wine pairing
At the price of RM898++ per couple (inclusive of wine pairing) or RM698++ per couple (without wine), you will get to enjoy a 5-course meal featuring chef Benjamin Halat's unique creations including a trio of beetroot delicacies, passionate Manjari chocolate melt and duck foie gras ravioli in Madeira wine foam.
After a nice romantic dinner you can adjourn to the Sultan's Lounge to party the night away with some great sounding R&B Hits.
The elegant ambience of Lafite, with its soft lighting, and its
impeccable service, is so ideal for this night of love. A special six-course
French fine dining menu has been created for this occasion by Lafite’s chef de
cuisine Jean-Philippe Guiard.
Lafite’s Valentine’s Day menu, at RM450++ per person, begins with Foie
Gras and Smoked Tuna Terrine, Puy Lentil Coulis and Truffle Brioche, followed
by Clear Lobster Consommé, Egg at 63C, Artichoke and Lobster Ravioli, Fresh
Black Truffle.
It continues with Hokkaido Scallop Savarin, Bisque Sauce and Aquitaine’s
Caviar, then Passion Fruit Sherbet, Lemon Emulsion and Zest.
The main course is Roasted Rack of Veal, Truffle Pomme Amandine, Grilled
Asparagus and Morel Sauce.
Dessert is Praline, Chocolate and Cherry Revised Black Forest.
3. MARINI'S ON 57
Malaysia’s highest rooftop bar, restaurant and lounge is located intimately close to the Petronas Twin Towers, and offers the best 360° panoramic views of the Kuala Lumpur City skyline. Perched on the 57th floor of Petronas Tower 3, the venue comprises of three distinct spaces, each encapsulating different moods designed to enthrall all five senses
At Marini’s on 57, guests can indulge in Italian luxury dining cuisine before moving into the cocktail bar where their in-house DJs spin their magic;
Designed by their award-winning chefs led by Modesto Marini, their Italian menu has been created using traditional recipes with contemporary flair and innovative methods. Their creative vision has consistently pushed boundaries to create truly unique menus that change with international seasons. By sourcing only the finest international ingredients, Marini’s on 57 brings the best of what the world has to offer directly onto your plate.
For Valentines Day they have come up with two menu's one vegetarian and one non-vegetarian.Argueably this is the most expensive Valentine's Day Menu in Malaysia, but you are assured of a great ambiance, great food and excellent service by the team there.
Winner of the Highly Commended Award for Best Steak House by Time Out Kuala Lumpur Food Awards and the inaugural Kualu Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Awards 2011 for Best Nightclub. Qba is an all-encompassing Latin experience. From tapas and classic mojitos to first-growth French wines, after-dinner Cuban cigars, and rums, it’s like spending an evening in a lively Cuban or South American bar.
Savour a 5 course Latin American dinner amidst the romantic setting of Qba is the best way to earn a loved one’s affections. For Valentine's Day Qba has come up with a Valentine Signature Menu
Albacore tuna al plancha
with pineapple jalapeno salsa and hass avocado
*****
Chupe de mariscos
Peruvian seafood soup with snow crab
*****
Heirloom tomato and cilantro sherbet
*****
Seared black cod
with sweet corn and crayfish succotash and wilted baby spinach
Or
Braised black angus beef short ribs
with plantain, jumbo asparagus, Argentinean herb sauce
*****
Chocolate crunch with raspberry, manjari ganache
Rm 299 ++ per couple food only
Rm 568 ++ per couple inclusive of 1 bottle of Moet Chandon nv Champagne
After dinner you can adjourn to the bar area where you will be entertained by a two piece band from Colombia. With the wonders of technology now days they sound like a complete 5 piece band good enough to make you wanna move to their Latin Beats
5. PREGO, WESTIN HOTEL
Winner of the Best Hotel Restaurant for the Best of Malaysia Travel Awards 2011 and also 2012 by Expatriate Lifestyle Magazine, Prego exudes a warm Italian ambience. A multi-level ‘Ristorante Italiano’ with a stone 'Terrazza’, relish in fresh, delicious and carefully-prepared Italian specialties, enhanced by views of the pulsating streets of Bukit Bintang.
The artistic flavours of Italy come to life at Prego. Guests can enjoy a lively show kitchen while feasting on rustic home style Italian favourites, including gourmet wood fired pizzas and homemade pasta in a relaxed and casual setting.
For Valentine's Day they Toast to true love with an indulgent Italian 4 course set dinner menu.
VALENTINE MENU
Antipasto
Capesante scottate su crema di porcini,
insalatina di rucola e croccante di parmigiano
Seared scallops, porcini mushrooms cream, rocket salad and parmesan cheese crackling
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Primo piatto
Risotto ai gamberi, champagne e caviale
Risotto with prawns, champagne and caviar
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Secondi di pesce o carne
Filetto di branzino con lenticchie, cipolline e riduzione al vino rosso
Pan seared sea bass fillet with lentils, baby onions and red wine reduction
OR
Rollatina di pollo alle castagne con salsa al marsala, indivia brasata
Chicken supreme with chestnuts, braised endive, marsala wine jus
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Dolce
Fondente al cioccolato ‘‘valrhona’’ e gelato al cioccolato bianco e tartufo
‘‘Valrhona’’ chocolate lava cake, white chocolate and truffle ice cream
RM 296 ++ per couple food only RM 548 ++ per couple inclusive of 1 bottle of Moet Chadon nv champagne
After your romantic dinner you have an option to go to Qba and party the nite away with some great Latin Music.
6. Tuscany,Putrajaya Marriot Hotel
Tuscany Italian Restaurant is nestled in lush green surrounds with a beautiful shaded courtyard area, perfect for a romantic dining experience.
With sumptuous authentic fine Italian cuisine, wood-fire pizza and a mix of traditional dishes, Tuscany Italian restaurant serves a unique range from the extensive a'la Carte menu. Over the past 7 years Tuscany has received many awards for culinary excellence, whilst still preserving an affordable relaxed dining experience. They use the best of local and international meats and produce and all is accompanied with an amazing selection of fine wines.
It's a great place if you looking for a quite getaway without compromising service and quality.
It's a great place if you looking for a quite getaway without compromising service and quality.
7. GRAZE, VASCO's and CHAMBER'S GRILL, KL HILTON
Hilton Kuala Lumpur brings you a Valentine’s Weekend filled with memorable and delicious moments.
You can rarely go wrong at the Hilton Kuala Lumpur with the various restaurants they have and the wide menu that they offer.
The great thing is after a romantic dinner you can adjourn to the hottest nightspot in Kuala Lumpur - Zeta Bar. They have a great 8 piece band "Akasha" to entertain you and complete your romantic evening. Just for the Dinner, Dance, Romance factor is good enough to list the options you have at KL Hilton.
Valentine’s Weekend at Hilton Kuala Lumpur starts 13 - 14 February 2015.
8. ZEST , PUTRAJAYA MARRIOTT
Zest Restaurant is the place for an informal Valentine's dining experience especially if you have to bring the whole family along. The floor and bar staff are attentive, friendly and exceptionally professional. The menu is full of exotic flavors from around the world;including seafood and prime meats to tempt the taste buds. The bar is fully stocked with vintage wine and exciting new up-and-coming refreshments.
Dine at Zest this Valentin'e Day and be mesmerized by a beautiful buffet spread including salmon gravadlax, chilled oysters, prawns, BBQ venison ribs and a mouthwatering dessert buffet. Receive a door gift and flowers too for the ladies!
RM 115++ per adult / RM 69++ per child
9. KOFUKU, SERI PACIFIC HOTEL
Kofuku Japanese Restaurant offer a poolside dining experience this Valentine's Day at one of the most affordable prices for a dining experience in a five star hotel.
We do like The Prime, Le Meridien Hotel but according to their homepage they are fully booked already for Valentine's Day.
Do remember to book your table early as you only have 7 days to go to make this a memorable occasion for you and your loved one or one's!
