The MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2025 has just announced its esteemed list of MICHELIN Starred, Bib Gourmand, and MICHELIN Selected restaurants. The list includes a total of 143 restaurants, highlighting the best of Malaysia’s diverse food scene. The guide showcases Malaysia’s best culinary offerings and introduces new distinctions that award sustainability, innovation, and culinary excellence.

Two MICHELIN Stars and Malaysia’s First MICHELIN Green Star – Dewakan

Dewakan, a contemporary Malaysian restaurant, proudly retains its two MICHELIN Stars and has received the prestigious MICHELIN Green Star, making it the first restaurant in Malaysia to do so. Led by Chef Darren Teoh Min Guo, Dewakan champions local ingredients, particularly unique local produce, to highlight Malaysian flavors. By adopting a nose-to-tail approach and reducing food waste, Dewakan showcases how fine dining can be sustainable.

Dewakan’s commitment to sustainability serves as a great example for other restaurants to use a sustainable approach as well. The introduction of the first MICHELIN Green Star in Malaysia highlights the increasing significance of sustainability in the culinary industry. Michelin acknowledges that exceptional food must be both delicious and environmentally responsible.

One MICHELIN Starred Restaurants

It is an incredibly high achievement to both gain or retain the prestigious MICHELIN Star. For the 2025 edition, two new restaurants have been added to the one MICHELIN star lineup. The first is Chim by Chef Noom, a contemporary Thai restaurant with traditional yet innovative dishes. Next is Molina, regarded for its innovative dishes that creatively blend French techniques with Nordic and Asian influences. Newly awarded one MICHELIN Star, these two restaurants join a group of restaurants that have retained this prestigious distinction. The restaurants include Au Jardin, Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery, Beta and DC. by Darren Chin.

Expanding Options of Bib Gourmand Restaurants

The Bib Gourmand category proudly recognises establishments with exceptional dining at an affordable price. For the 2025 edition of the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang, 56 restaurants have been listed, including 12 new entrants. Among the new restaurants are Foong Lian, a Cantonese restaurant, and Winn’s Cafe, a Peranakan eatery, both highlighting Malaysia’s diverse local cuisine.

BM Yam Rice has been moved from MICHELIN Selected to Bib Gourmand, recognising its consistently high quality and affordable prices. This popular Penang eatery, known for its flavourful broth and savory yam rice, is now among Malaysia’s top affordable dining choices.

The 12 new Bib Gourmand establishments are as follows:

• Kuala Lumpur: Coast by Kayra, Foong Lian, Leen’s, MTR 1924, and Sin Kiew Yee Shin Kee Beef Noodles.
• Penang: BM Yam Rice, Laksalicious, Lum Lai Duck Meat Koay Teow Th’ng, Ravi’s Famous Apom Manis, Serabai Istimewa, Super Star Koay Teow Soup, and Winn’s Cafe.

10 New MICHELIN Selected Restaurants

This year, 80 restaurants, including 10 new additions, have been recognised in the MICHELIN Selected list. This diverse list features everything from street food vendors to steakhouses and innovative eateries, providing diners with a wide range of culinary options. Among others, some notable newcomers include:

• Kuala Lumpur: Atelier Binchotan, Bar Kar, Potager, and Terra Dining.
• Penang: Christoph’s, Jaloux, and Lucky Hole.

The MICHELIN Guide 2025 Special Awards

The MICHELIN Guide 2025 Special Awards recognise outstanding individuals who contribute to Malaysia’s vibrant food scene. These awards honour excellence in service, sommelier, young chef, and opening of the year categories. The following is the list of awards and its winners:

• 2025 MICHELIN Guide Service Award: Mr. Azmi Ahmad Kamal of Chim by Chef Noom (new One MICHELIN Star) 
• 2025 MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award: Mr. Han Lai from Terra Dining (new MICHELIN Selected)
• 2025 MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award: Mr. Waymann Cheong from Lucky Hole (new MICHELIN Selected) 
• 2025 MICHELIN Guide Opening of the Year Award: Mr. Guillaume Depoortere of Molina.

Malaysia’s Growing Culinary Scene

The MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2025 highlights Malaysia’s exciting and diverse culinary scene. With two new MICHELIN-starred restaurants, the first MICHELIN Green Star in Malaysia, and a variety of new Bib Gourmand and MICHELIN Selected establishments, this year’s guide showcases the country’s culinary creativity. From street food to fine dining, Kuala Lumpur and Penang offer an exceptional dining experience.