Bijan Bar & Restaurant, Kuala Lumpur
Last updated: October 2026
| Address | 3 Jalan Ceylon, Kuala Lumpur |
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| Hours | Daily 12 pm – 2:30 pm & 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm |
| Payment | Cash, credit/debit card, Touch 'n Go eWallet, GrabPay, DuitNow QR |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Bijan Bar & Restaurant
Bijan has established itself as the benchmark for refined Malay cuisine in Kuala Lumpur. Located on a quiet stretch of Jalan Ceylon, within walking distance of KLCC, the restaurant serves traditional Malay recipes prepared with premium ingredients and careful technique. The beef rendang is slow-cooked to a deep, dark caramelisation; the satay is grilled over charcoal and served with a freshly pounded peanut sauce; and the sambal prawns carry a clean, layered heat.
The setting is elegant but not stiff — dark wood, candlelight and a garden courtyard that works for both business dinners and date nights. A full meal with drinks runs RM100 to RM180 per person. Bijan is halal-certified, making it one of the few upscale Malay restaurants that Muslim travellers can rely on without question. Reservations are recommended for dinner, particularly on weekends. The bar section offers cocktails with Malaysian ingredients if you want to extend the evening.
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★★★★★September 2026
The beef rendang at Bijan is the best I have had in a restaurant setting — slow-cooked to a deep caramelisation with layers of lemongrass, galangal and coconut. The satay was grilled over real charcoal and the peanut sauce tasted freshly pounded. The garden courtyard is a beautiful setting for dinner.
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★★★★★August 2026
Halal-certified and genuinely refined Malay cuisine. We ordered the sambal prawns, rendang and a satay platter. Every dish was well-seasoned and beautifully presented. The bar makes cocktails with Malaysian ingredients — the pandan-based drink was excellent. RM150 per person with drinks.
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★★★★☆June 2026
Lovely atmosphere — dark wood, candlelight and lush greenery in the courtyard. The food was traditional Malay but elevated in technique. The sambal had a clean, layered heat rather than just raw chilli fire. Prices are mid-range to upscale, around RM100 to RM180 per person with drinks.
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★★★★★May 2026
We had the nasi kerabu with blue-tinged rice, the charcoal-grilled satay and the ikan bakar. The fish was perfectly cooked in a banana leaf wrap. Bijan sits on a quiet stretch of Jalan Ceylon, walkable from KLCC. Reservations recommended for weekend dinners.
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★★★★☆February 2026
Good rendang and satay in an upscale setting. The portions are refined rather than generous, so order multiple dishes to share. The cocktail menu is worth exploring — the bartender suggested a tamarind-based drink that paired well with the spicy dishes. The courtyard seating is preferable to indoor on cooler evenings.
Reviews sourced from Google Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Bijan Bar & Restaurant's opening hours?
Bijan Bar & Restaurant is open Daily 12 pm – 2:30 pm & 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm. Check Google Maps for the latest hours.
Where is Bijan Bar & Restaurant located?
Bijan Bar & Restaurant is at 3 Jalan Ceylon, Kuala Lumpur. Use Grab or public transport to get there.
How do I get to Bijan Bar & Restaurant?
You can reach Bijan Bar & Restaurant by Grab (ride-hailing), taxi or public transport. See the map above for the exact location.