Dish ranking
Best curries in Kuala Lumpur
31 curries from 17 restaurants, ranked by 16 recorded votes.
Curry covers dozens of regional traditions. The trick is ordering the one the kitchen grew up cooking.
In Kuala Lumpur the highest recorded total belongs to Beef Short Ribs Rendang at ATAS, with 2 votes. Every row below links to the dish page, where you can see the other dishes at that restaurant and add your own vote.
Recorded totals include starter data and votes from members and guests. They are not counts of verified diners or star ratings. How rankings work
The ranking
- 1Beef Short Ribs RendangATASSlow-braised beef short ribs cooked to perfection in a deeply aromatic rendang sauce. Infused with coconut milk, toasted desiccated coconut, and a medley of traditional herbs and spices. Tender, rich, and unforgettable.2 votes
- 2Laksa reimaginedBeta KLDeconstructed laksa with a rich, aromatic broth, delicate rice noodles, and a medley of fresh herbs and seafood.2 votes
- 3Laksa Sarawak with Prawns and Fish CakeDe.Wan 1958 by Chef WanAromatic Sarawak-style laksa broth with rice vermicelli, fresh prawns, fish cakes, shredded chicken, and a hint of sambal. A true taste of Borneo.2 votes
- 4Southern Indian Fish CurryBombay Grand Indian Cuisine - Brickfield BranchFresh barramundi fillets cooked in a tangy and spicy coconut milk-based curry with tamarind and curry leaves.2 votes
- 5Gulai Ikan Tempoyak (Fermented Durian Fish Curry)Manja KLA bold and tangy fish curry, simmered with fermented durian paste, turmeric, and local herbs, a true taste of Malaysian ingenuity.1 votes
- 6Laksa Bunglow37Tangy and spicy noodle soup with a rich coconut milk broth, fresh prawns, fish cakes, and a sprinkling of local herbs.1 votes
- 7Laksa JohorVillage Park RestaurantThick rice noodles in a rich fish-based curry gravy, garnished with fresh herbs and sambal belacan.1 votes
- 8Laksa reimaginedLUUMA DININGDeconstructed laksa with a rich, aromatic broth, delicate rice noodles, and a medley of fresh seafood and herbs, offering a modern twist on a Malaysian classic.1 votes
- 9Laksa SarawakVasco'sA fragrant and spicy noodle soup with a rich, prawn-based broth, topped with shredded chicken, prawns, and a hint of lime.1 votes
- 10Laksa Sarawak with Tiger PrawnsBotanica+Co at Alila BangsarA fragrant and subtly spicy Sarawak laksa broth with vermicelli, shredded chicken, and succulent tiger prawns.1 votes
- 11Mollagaa Fish CurryMollagaa RestaurantA traditional South Indian fish curry, slow-cooked in an earthen pot with tamarind, coconut milk, and a special blend of aromatic spices.1 votes
- 12Rendang Short Ribs with Ulam RiceATASSlow-braised beef short ribs simmered in a fragrant rendang paste until fork-tender, served with a vibrant herbed rice.1 votes
- 13Assam LaksaStudio RestaurantA sour and spicy fish-based noodle soup with thick rice noodles, shredded cucumber, pineapple, and a generous dollop of prawn paste.0 votes
- 14Beef Rendang Bunglow37Slow-cooked beef in a rich, aromatic coconut milk and spice paste, reducing until tender and intensely flavorful.0 votes
- 15Beef Short Rib RendangBotanica+Co at Alila BangsarSlow-braised beef short ribs in a rich and aromatic rendang sauce, served with turmeric sticky rice.0 votes
- 16Beef Short Rib RendangBeta KLSlow-cooked beef short ribs in a rich and aromatic rendang curry, served with turmeric rice.0 votes
- 17Butter Prawns with Curry LeavesYellow Fin HorseCrispy fried prawns tossed in a creamy, buttery sauce infused with fragrant curry leaves and bird's eye chilies. A quintessential Malaysian indulgence.0 votes
- 18Chef Wan's Beef RendangDe.Wan 1958 by Chef WanSlow-cooked tender beef in a rich and fragrant coconut milk and spice gravy. A classic Malaysian dish perfected by Chef Wan.0 votes
- 19Jackfruit & Mushroom RendangBotanica+Co at Alila BangsarA vegetarian rendition of the classic rendang, featuring tender jackfruit and earthy mushrooms. (Vegetarian)0 votes
- 20Jackfruit Kofta CurryNADODITender jackfruit and paneer koftas simmered in a creamy, cashew-based curry. A hearty and flavorful vegetarian option, reimagining a classic comfort food.0 votes
- 21Laksa JohorCili Kampung - Suria KLCCA rich and savory fish-based noodle soup with a thick gravy, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime. A true Johorean classic.0 votes
- 22Laksa Johor with OxtailYellow Fin HorseA refined take on the classic Laksa Johor, featuring tender, slow-braised oxtail in a rich coconut-fish broth, served with spaghetti.0 votes
- 23Laksa Kuala LumpurIrama Dining Kuala LumpurRich and spicy noodle soup with a coconut milk base, prawns, fish cakes, and fresh herbs. A true taste of KL.0 votes
- 24Laksa SarawakStudio RestaurantAromatic rice vermicelli in a spicy, coconut-infused broth, topped with shredded chicken, prawns, and a hint of lime.0 votes
- 25Laksa Sarawak with Smoked DuckATASA refined take on the classic Sarawakian noodle soup, featuring a rich, aromatic broth and delicate slices of house-smoked duck breast.0 votes
- 26Laksa Sarawak with Smoked DuckATASA refined take on the classic Sarawakian laksa, featuring succulent smoked duck breast, bouncy rice vermicelli, and a rich, aromatic broth simmered with 10 different spices. Served with fresh prawns and a sprinkle of coriander.0 votes
- 27Laksa入境 (Laksa Passport)Manja KLA deconstructed Sarawak Laksa with a rich, aromatic broth served tableside over vermicelli, prawns, and a delicate omelette.0 votes
- 28Palak Kofta CurryBombay Grand Indian Cuisine - Brickfield BranchSpinach and paneer dumplings deep-fried and simmered in a rich, creamy tomato and spinach gravy.0 votes
- 29Rendang Daging TokIrama Dining Kuala LumpurSlow-cooked beef in a rich and aromatic coconut-spice paste, simmered until tender and bursting with flavor. A true culinary masterpiece.0 votes
- 30Rendang Pipi Lembu (Beef Cheek Rendang)Manja KLSlow-cooked beef cheek, braised for hours in a fragrant blend of spices and coconut milk until fork-tender and intensely flavorful.0 votes
- 31Rendang Short RibsLUUMA DININGSlow-cooked beef short ribs simmered in a rich and fragrant rendang curry, served with coconut-infused rice and crispy shallots.0 votes
How to order curries well
- Ask which region the kitchen cooks; order from that part of the menu.
- Rice or bread matters, order roti with dry curries, rice with saucy ones.
- Say your heat level as mild, medium or local-hot rather than a number.
Curries in Kuala Lumpur: common questions
- What are the best curries in Kuala Lumpur?
- The highest recorded total is for Beef Short Ribs Rendang at ATAS first, with 2 votes. The full ranking above covers 31 curries across 17 Kuala Lumpur restaurants and updates as recorded totals change.
- How is this Kuala Lumpur ranking decided?
- Dishes are ordered by recorded totals, including starter data, member votes and guest votes. This is not a star rating or a survey of verified diners.
- Can I add a curri that is missing?
- Yes. Open the restaurant page, add the dish, and it enters this ranking once it is approved and matches this category.