When it comes to Christmas in Malaysia itself, we always substitute the seasonal main course of turkey with chicken as it is cheaper and easier to get. If you’re craving for turkey and ready to splurge a little to taste this scrumptious meal itself, be sure to drop by these 11 places!
1. Anne Elizabeth
Anne Elizabeth is one place you should pay a visit, especially when it comes to anything meat! Besides all these meaty goodness, they serve smoked turkey too and it has a concentrated smoky flavour. Besides that, smoked whole turkey leg is definitely rare and someone cooking it for you is definitely a plus point! They will also cook the smoked turkey with delicious cranberry sauce that is enough to make you ask for more!
Hours: Saturday-Thursday: 12pm-11pm. (Closed on Fridays).
Address: 1, Jalan Manis 4, Taman Segar, 56100 Kuala Lumpur
Website: Anne Elizabeth
Tel: 03-9130 0319
2. The Meat Co
Similar to Anne Elizabeth, they are mostly considered as a meat market. Regardless of which meat you want, you can have a taste of it here! Turkey is definitely a must to have while here and you can have yourself a whole turkey or turkey sausages for something lighter. Not only that, their turkey ham is scrumptiously good and all their turkeys are imported straight from France!
Hours: 8.30am-10pm, daily
Address: Bangsar Shopping Centre
Website: The Meat Co
Tel: 03-2282 1772
3. Whup Whup
If you are planning for a meal gathering of 8 people, head on over to Whup Whup and book a space. They are committed to serving their guests everything from scratch, especially when it comes to Christmas sets. Not only do you get to sample delicious French cuisines but also, sous vide whole turkey roasted with mirepoix vegetables served with winterberries sauce and stuffing. Even the turkey itself sound so appetising that you might want it for yourself!
Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 11am-10pm
Address: 12, Jalan SS 13/3B, Subang Jaya
Website: Whup Whup
Tel: 03-5612 6250
4. Blue Cow Café
Who would’ve thought that even cafés would serve a decent amount of turkey meat onto your platter. Blue Cow Café serves whole roasted turkey for a bigger crowd and single portions of their delicious cooked ham as well. With cranberry and apple sauce, this is one place we should all head over to and enjoy.
Hours: Thursday-Tuesday: 8am-11pm. (Closed on Wednesday).
Address: N-1-4, Plaza Damas, 60 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Sri Hartamas
Website: Blue Cow Cafe
Tel: 03-6201 3206
5. Crema Crema
Crema Crema is a café in PJ and not only do they serve scrumptious and unique delights, seasonal turkey is definitely no stranger for them too. Besides the typical whole turkey, they also make simpler and unique dishes such as turkey slices with cheesy liver stuffing. It will be served with salad, potato wedges, roasted julienned carrot, blanched broccoli and roasted cherry tomatoes. From the name of the dish itself, it has already made me hungry!
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-11pm, Saturday-Sunday: 10am-11pm
Address: 44, Jalan 52/4, Seksyen 52, PJ State, PJ New Town, Petaling Jaya
Website: Crema Crema
Tel: 03-7932 4452
6. Bowery
Bowery may be known for their cocktails but don’t be fooled by what they serve. They also serve turkey meals for any customers who has reserved it a week in advance. This is to ensure the freshness of the meat and also time to craft the masterpiece itself. Roasted turkey with chestnut stuffing or turkey parmentier pizza definitely sound appetising enough to make me drool already!
Hours: Daily, 11am-1am
Address: Publika
Website: Bowery
Tel: 03-7710 0295
7. Morganfield’s
This meaty fiesta will definitely not leave out the turkey! Morganfields will be serving perfectly roasted and tender turkey meat that will easily peel off from the bone itself. Call out your friends and head on over to their nearest franchise for an absolutely delightful meal!
Hours: Daily, 11am-1am
Website: Morganfield’s
Available at several locations across Klang Valley.
8. NY Steak Shack
Most places serve the whole roasted turkey and definitely, there will be leftovers unless you are eating in a big group. If it is less than 4 people, whole turkeys would be pretty difficult to consume completely so why not opt for a turkey leg instead? NY Steak Shack cooks their perfectly broiled turkey leg with delicious cranberry sauce and as well, cranberry mashed potatoes. Succulent goodness indeed!
Hours: Daily, 11am-11pm
Website: NY Steak Shack
Available at several locations across Klang Valley.
9. House – Restaurant.Bar.Winepost
Ever heard of this bar that actually serves turkey? With Christmas coming along, they definitely set their standards to a seasonal one and not only that, they are also serving fine dining concept meals of Eastern and Western fusion. Better expect some twist in their turkey meals!
Hours: Daily, 11am-2am
Address: LG02-04, GTower, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur
Website: House – Restaurant.Bar.Winepost
Tel: 019-688 8739
10. Meriende De Eva / MDE Cafe
This café is also known for serving Philippine cuisine but who would’ve thought that they also serve delicious whole roasted turkey? Be sure to bring your friends over and celebrate 2016 over a delicious turkey meal.
Hours: Daily, 8am-10pm
Address: 50G, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Plaza Damansara
Website: MDE Cafe
Tel: 03-2092 2072
11. La Risata
Don’t be fooled by this Italian restaurant as they will serve you turkey dishes that will make you beg for more! Definitely, you should get your hands on the Tacchino Speciale which is also called the Christmas turkey trio. In this dish, you get roasted marinated turkey breast, confit of turkey thigh and fried turkey drumstick accompanied by brussel sprouts, roasted pumpkin and candied chestnut, pomegranate and green apple salad, roasted chat potato and gravy. Turkey being cooked in 3 ways is definitely something different and La Risata will definitely make us savour each different taste.
Hours: Daily, 11.30am-3pm, 6pm-10.30pm
Address: 16 Persiaran Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Website: La Risata
Tel: 03 4252 6269
Feature Image Credit: Anne Elizabeth & Whup Whup