Cili Kampung launches latest space in Suria KLCC, serving sumptuous Malay specialities in the city centre
October 8, 2023
Fans of Cili Kampung in Sri Hartamas will love this latest Suria KLCC setting, comfortably sleek with warm, leafy tones. Illustrations of traditional village life enhance the sense of charm, beckoning patrons to slowly savour each moment of their feast with family and friends.
There's no shortage of seating - a vibrant verandah-like section, rustic with rattan and bamboo. is perfect for people-watching in the mall while classic Malay songs play on the speakers.
Cili Kampung's menu is marvellous for sharing, harnessing beautifully fresh local ingredients prepared with authentic allure.
Most main courses, such as Masak Kicap and Kari Kampung, come in a choice of protein - whole siakap, sliced tenggiri, prawns, beef, squid, horn shells or chicken.
Masak Lomak is a signature style, showcasing Cili Kampung's flagship yellow coconut gravy that's rich with vegetables, house-made chilli paste, lemongrass, turmeric and coconut milk.It's a creamy, aromatic recipe, luscious in the Masak Lemak Beef (RM48), gently flavoursome and generously fragrant, comforting with tender meat and melt-in-the-mouth potatoes.
Cili Kampung keeps customers coming back with limited-time temptations that currently include Sambal Asam Pedas Oxtail and Tripe, Kambing Masak Lomak and Sambal Tumis Ikan Keli.
Cili Kampung's Ayam Goreng Cili Kampung (RM40) deserves a full-bodied recommendation - this deep-fried chicken is deliciously addictive, with gloriously golden chunks of drumsticks and thighs marinated with spices, curry leaves, onions and chillies. We'd happily return to Cili Kampung purely for this ayam goreng, lightly crisp to the bite, succulently juicy to the chew.
The Prawn Sambal Petai (RM65) is another impeccable classic - the plump tiger prawns are tossed with plenty of petai in irresistibly crimson chilli paste, lip-smacking from head to tail.
Hearty vegetarian recipes complete the Cili Kampung experience.
Gulai Nangka with Pucuk Manis (RM35) features young jackfruit with sweet leaves in coconut gravy, the kind of smash hit that would be eagerly enjoyed at a festive kenduri.
Terung Goreng Belacan (RM24, served plain or with anchovies) might sound elementary, but it's excellent, demonstrating skilled techniques for a brilliant balance of tastes and textures.
Bukit Kelapa (RM25) will revive and refresh the palate, a chilled conclusion of coconut ice cream with pineapple, gula melaka syrup, honeycomb and mixed nuts for the young at heart.
Graceful beverages like the tangy Epal Assam Boi (RM16) and perfumed Sirap Pandan Kenduri (RM8) ensure every part of the Cili Kampung experience is wonderfully worthwhile.
Lot 432-433 & OS401, Suria KLCC, 50088 Kuala Lumpur.
Daily, 10am-10pm. Tel: 017-846-2403