George Town
Since it roasts its own beans and trains baristas at this giant warehouse space, you can rely on the place for a decent cup of coffee. On the menu are…
George Town
Since it roasts its own beans and trains baristas at this giant warehouse space, you can rely on the place for a decent cup of coffee. On the menu are…
Kuala Lumpur
This slick club has three separate spaces where DJs pump out dance and house, hip-hop and reggae until the early hours. The reggae bar happy hour runs…
Kuala Lumpur
Taps specialises in ale from around the world, with some 80 different microbrews on rotation, 14 of them on tap. There's also a menu of Malay- and…
Kuala Lumpur
The owners of this creative spot are keen divers, which explains the name and the decoration. Enter through the mouth of a giant shark painted on the…
George Town
Graffiti-covered walls, shisha pipes and free-flowing booze: this classic formula has allowed Micke's Place to remain one of the most popular backpacker…
Kuala Lumpur
Traders Hotel's rooftop pool area provides a grand circle view across to the Petronas Towers – it’s a great spot for sundowner cocktails or late-night…
George Town
Mixology magic takes place between the whisky- and wine-bottle-lined walls of Mish Mash, a grown-up bar whose moody interior offers a welcome retreat from…
Melaka City
The views of Melaka from the air-conditioned dining space and leafy outdoor area of this bar and steakhouse (mains RM28–148) are impressive, making it a…
Johor Bahru
For delectable views over the harbour and across the waters to Singapore, stop by the ambient restaurant/bar SkyBar. As the sun sets, sip a cocktail or a…
George Town
This cavernous cafe carved out of an old shophouse has exposed brick and Kinfolk-inspired minimalism that complement its sophisticated coffee drinks,…
George Town
All major styles of Chinese tea are on sale here, but the fun part is deciding which to buy. For RM20 you choose a tea (which you can share with up to…
Kuala Lumpur
Not much evidence of Alice or a Wonderland here but it is one of the more convivial bars at the head of KL's rowdiest nightlife strip. There's plenty of…
Malaysia
Western-style coffees come with a correspondingly high price tag at La Roasteria, but we still can't resist its iced coffee and banana-croissant pudding…
Kuala Lumpur
Serving the Maids of Honour egg tarts made famous by the UK-based tea shop of the same name, Newens offers a genteel place to indulge in afternoon tea …
Sandakan
This cosy harbour-view bar in Sandakan's top hotel features a few international beers, wine and decent cocktails as well as excellent snacks. There's a…
Pulau Tioman
On the far side of the path from Nazri's II and towards the northern end of the beach at ABC, this tiny but popular open beach bar offers a three-beers…
Johor Bahru
A trendy and comfortable back-alley cafe/bar with retro furniture and laid-back staff, Roost is a cool spot in the colonial district. Beer is half the…
Kuala Lumpur
On the Feast Floor of Starhill Gallery but away from the heady Feast Village area, the secluded Luk Yu offers fine Chinese and Taiwanese teas along with…
Kuala Lumpur
No need for you to strip off – that's taken care of by some hunky topless male bar tenders on Friday and Saturday nights, when this cosy cocktail bar…
Kuala Lumpur
For a quick pitstop while browsing Bukit Bintang's malls, this friendly cafe with outside seating is a good choice. It serves freshly baked bread and…
Kuala Lumpur
This sophisticated wine and cocktail bar is the first space you'll encounter out of the lift to the collection of bars and restaurants that make up Troika…
George Town
Buried in the middle of China House is this intimate, grown-up wine and cocktail bar, with moody lighting and an impressive battalion of spirits lined up…
George Town
An oasis of spiritual calm, this outlet for a Taiwanese Buddhist group's teachings is a wonderful place to revive in hushed surroundings over a pot of…
Ipoh
In a neighbourhood that fills to bursting with lunchtime crowds, antique-styled Chinese cafe Jié stands out for its rich, sweet version of traditional…
Kuala Lumpur
Buried at the eastern back of the market, this ramshackle, family-run cafe is the antithesis of third-wave coffee haunts. It's like a time capsule…
Melaka City
One of the businesses that kickstarted Melaka's current obsession with designer cafes, this attractive space behind a hybrid dress and tea shop is a good…
Pulau Langkawi
Slightly more sophisticated than the average beachside beer bar, Thirstday boasts an open-air deck with uninterrupted sunset views and thoughtful mini…
George Town
A serious venue for serious coffee drinkers, this attractive place brews its lattes with coveted beans from Malaysia and beyond, and serves some pristine…
Melaka City
Located near Kampung Chetti, this charmingly rustic cafe and secondhand bookshop is worth searching out. The owner takes his time making his hand-dripped…
Kuala Lumpur
An old-fashioned made with truffled honey, the classic 1916 recipe for the gin-based Aviation and a killer Daiquiri are on the menu at Troika Sky Dining's…
Pulau Tioman
Part of B&J Dive Centre, this popular beachside bar in ABC always attracts a crowd with reasonable prices and fun bar staff.
George Town
Drag artists Dame Coco and Fenominah take to the floor at this lively gay-friendly DJ bar every Friday from around 11.30pm. Check their Facebook page for…
Kuala Lumpur
Take your pick from single-origin beans and house blends prepared by siphon or filter, or hand dripped. Coffee Stain is also known for latte art.
Kuching
Good espresso coffee. No need to ask for a double shot here. Plus delicious cakes and snacks in a relaxed, comfortable setting with good wi-fi.
Penang
One of Batu Ferringhi's only sand-in-the-toes-type beach bars, located roughly in the centre of town.
Pulau Perhentian
This friendly pop-up stall is one of only two places selling beer and other drinks on this beach.
Kuala Lumpur
This outdoor entertainment complex, which debuted in 2016, has yet to really find its feet. There's little to really choose between the many identikit…
Kuching
At Monkee Bar, 50% of profits go to the Orangutan Project, a wildlife-conservation NGO that works at Matang Wildlife Centre. If the idea of 'drinking for…
Cameron Highlands
The cafe at Boh Sungei Palas Tea Estate serves (you guessed it) Boh-brand brews: by the bag, loose-leaf or infused with lemongrass. While waiting for your…
George Town
A chic, cosy bar run by a German chef and his wife. Enjoy a selection of wine – glasses start at RM20 – and champagne cocktails, and consider accompanying…