Regular French fries are so mainstream. Sweet potato fries are the (healthier) way to go! If you’re so over the typical shoestring potato fries, why not give their bright orange counterparts a try? That hint of sweetness from the sweet potato, matched with salt and the right condiments, will make a believer out of any naysayer of the sweet tubers. If you want to get your sweet potato fix for the day, these restaurants and cafés in KL serve up just the thing for you:
KGB (Killer Gourmet Burgers)
When ordering a burger, it’ll usually come with normal Russet potato fries, right? Try stepping out of your comfort zone and getting sweet potato fries instead! KGB serves up just that, and you’ll be surprised to find out how well sweet potatoes go with burgers!
RM8.30 per serving.
Available at Bangsar, The Gardens, TTDI, and TREC KL.
http://www.kgb.my
The Counter, Pavilion KL
The Counter is a well-known burger joint from America, and they’ve opened one of their few outlets outside of the USA right here in KL! They have an extensive list of fries that they make, including our favourite sweet potato of course (served with their handmade horseradish aioli). Besides that, you can also order a mix of normal fries with sweet potato fries, or sweet potato fries with crispy onion strings (this is served with an array of dips, hickory bbq sauce, country buttermilk ranch, and horseradish aioli). Order up!
RM16 for sweet potato fries, RM18 for fries + sweet potato fries or sweet potato fries + crispy onion strings
Address: Pavilion KL, Lot 07.01, 7th Floor, 168 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur 55100
Hours: 10am-10pm daily
Tel: 03-2117 5309
Website: http://www.thecounterburger.com/
Naughty Babe Dirty Duck
If you aren’t yet prepared to take the plunge into sweet potato territory, try out the Dirty Fries Basket at Naughty Babe Dirty Duck. They mix regular white potato fries with sweet potato fries to give you a perfect match of sweet and savoury. Paired with one of their hearty mains, you’ll be polishing off the plate in no time.
RM10 per serving.
Available at Desa Sri Hartamas and Bangsar.
http://www.naughtybabedirtyduck.com
Jibby & Co, Empire Shopping Gallery
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Known for their towering soft-shell crab burger, delectable three-layer lasagna, and fresh seafood pasta, their sweet potato fries with rosemary and roasted garlic aioli is definitely something to shout about too! Time Out has dubbed their sweet, slender sticks as ‘textbook perfect’, a winning combination of crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. If you’re looking for a place with not only awesome sweet potatoes, but also good food, coffee, and ambience overall, Jibby & Co is a must-go!
RM18 per serving.
Address: Ground Floor, Empire Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS16/1, Selangor, 68100
Hours: 8.30am-10.30pm daily
Tel: 03-5613 7070
Website: https://www.facebook.com/jibbynco/
Johnny Rockets
This household-name, all-American diner serves up perfectly crispy, sweet, and salty sweet potato fries with their meals or as a starter. You can also opt for the Johnny Rockets Platter, which comes with their Spicy Naked Rocket Wings, sweet potato fries, onion rings, and beef chili con carne. Sounds pretty damn good to me!
RM9.90 for sweet potato fries, RM38.90 for Johnny Rockets Platter
Available at several outlets nationwide.
https://www.facebook.com/johnnyrocketsMY/
Buns Burger Bar, Sri Hartamas
So many burger places serve sweet potato fries, I’m starting to see a pattern here. Buns makes sweet potato fries as a side dish for their drool-worthy burgers, and many have expressed their love for these golden sticks of awesomeness. Try it for yourself and see what the fuss is about!
RM8 per serving
Address: Ground Floor, No. 48, Jalan 27/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480, Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Hours: 11am-10.30pm on Tues-Sun
Tel: 03-6211 8895
https://www.facebook.com/bunsburgerbar/
Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks
Hailing all the way from Taiwan, these sweet potato fries are covered in a crisp, golden batter and deep-fried to perfection right before your eyes. A light dusting of their signature plum powder completes your snack, and you’ll be transported to the streets of Taiwan with just one bite! Also, at just RM5 per serving, this is the cheapest option on this list!
RM5 per serving
Available at several outlets nationwide.
Website: http://www.shihlinsnacks.com.tw/my/
AMPM Café, USJ Subang
Sweet potato fries aren’t always boring, they can be served with a countless number of sauces and dips to make them taste even better. AMPM Café’s offering fits right into the bill, and they serve their sweet potato fries with a unique salted egg dip to put an interesting twist to your usual fry game. If salted egg isn’t your thing, they also have sour cream and onion dip or their special secret dipping sauce. Many have touted it as a must-try menu item, so don’t just take their word for it and go try it yourself!
RM10 for sweet potato fries, add RM3 for salted egg or sour cream and onion dip, RM4 for the AMPM Secret Dip.
Address: 11A, Jalan USJ21/5, 47630 Subang Jaya
Hours: 11am-11pm on Mon-Thurs, 11am-12am on Fri, 10am-12am on weekends
Tel: 03-8081 9121
Website: https://www.facebook.com/ampmcafeusj/
Now you know where to get your next sweet potato fix. Did we miss anywhere that you know serves awesome sweet potato fries? We would love to hear it!
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