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.