Gastro Sentral, situated within Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur, offers an array of reasonably-priced western cuisine as well as classic pub offerings with a local flair. With a high-ceilinged design and contemporary decor, this swanky and chic establishment is a brightly lit all-day restaurant and transforms into a classy evening lounge with a live jazz band serenading the night away.
We start off with Gastro Sentral’s freshly-baked rosemary bread, served in tin cans that bear the Gastro Sentral logo. Fluffy, with a fragrant hint of garlic, we recommend dipping the bread in a mix of lobster oil and balsamic vinegar for added flavour. Next, we indulge in the spiced oxtail soup (RM26) with toasted roti bai, a traditional Malay soup that’s rich in local spices such as cardamom and coriander as well as chunks of tender meat.
One of Gastro Sentral’s standout dishes is the citrus-marinated butter cod carpaccio (RM43). Adding a creative twist to the traditional Italian dish, we love how the zesty-flavoured butter cod’s smooth and delicate texture is complemented with a side of fresh avocado cubes and ikuro roe. This dish also comes with a serving of Thai salad, consisting of thin sesame noodles, mussels, clams, and prawns with Thai spices.
Our first main of the evening is the pan seared sea scallops (RM58) that’s beautifully presented with gingered pea puree, hazelnut, and lemon cilantro gremolata. The dish has a generous portion of fresh scallops with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making it a top choice for seafood lovers. Diners who prefer a meaty meal will delight in Gastro Sentral’s signature 22-hour braised wagyu cheek (RM58) served with creamy mashed potatoes, toasted baguette, grilled green asparagus, and béarnaise sauce and ‘to eat with your fingers’ (RM68) which is charcoal-grilled marinated lamb spare ribs with spicy smoked BBQ sauce, and deep fried pulut (glutinous rice).
Desserts are also aplenty in Gastro Sentral, including apple crumble (RM20) served with vanilla ice-cream and cinnamon sauce, Aunt Margaret’s famous butterscotch cheesecake (RM33) with graham cracker crust and four choices of toppings, as well as éclairs (RM15) which come with different fillings such as vanilla bean, chocolate, banana and mango, mascarpone and salted caramel, pistachio orange, and raspberry crispy wafer. For drinks, Gastro Sentral offers fresh fruit juices, creamy smoothies, coffees and teas, as well as a fair range of imported wines by the glass, carafe, and bottle: Merlot and Chardonnay are priced at RM35 per glass while Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Tempranillo, Garnacha and Mazuelo are priced at RM45.
Located on the lobby level of Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur (just opposite KL Sentral Station), Gastro Sentral’s convenient location, chic setting and reasonably-priced food and beverage offerings makes it a popular dining choice in KL Sentral.
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Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
The pleasingly unpretentious 35-storey Le Meridien is a five-star property with a handy location beside KL Sentral, the citys premier transport hub.Decorated with lots of mirrors and brass, it has a classic, minimalist style, but manages to exude a home away from home feel.Facilities include a fitness studio, spa and KLs largest free-form pool, plus it is home to two award-wining restaurants, Prime (award ‘Best place For Meat’ by Time Out KL Food Awards 2014, an award that is solely voted by readers.Enjoy an array of premium meat cuts from Australia and US, complemented with an extensive selection of wines) and Favola (winner of Asias Finest Restaurant Award by the Miele Guide). Read More...
Gastro Sentral
- Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs 11:00 - 00:00, Fri - Sat 12:00 - 01:00, Sun 11:00 - 00:00
- Address: Lobby Level, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur, 21 Jalan Stesen Sentral
- Tel: +603 2263 7434
