With the conclusion of the Michelin Guide Kuala Lumpur and Penang 2025, contemporary Malaysian Dewakan retains its 2 Stars and earns the first-ever Michelin Green Star in Malaysia. This year sees 6 One Stars, 56 Bib Gourmands, 80 Michelin Selected, and 4 Special Awards. Here’s the complete list of all the restauarants, as well as the ones that have been removed.
“As we reveal the third edition of the MICHELIN Guide Kuala Lumpur & Penang 2025, we are truly impressed by the remarkable progress of Malaysia’s culinary landscape. It’s inspiring to see two new restaurants earn one MICHELIN Star, and the addition of 12 new Bib Gourmand establishments showcases the rich diversity of local flavours. From preserving cherished family recipes to embracing sustainability with our first MICHELIN Green Star restaurant, these establishments reflect the heart and soul of Malaysia’s culinary heritage. We are excited to celebrate the passion, creativity, and dedication that make this country’s cuisine special,” — Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide.
Michelin Stars
This year saw Dewakan retain its Two Michelin Stars while also receiving Malaysia’s first-ever Green Star, exemplifying how fine dining and sustainability can go hand in hand. In the One Michelin Star category, Molina (Innovative) and Chim by Chef Noom (Thai Contemporary) are the new entries. These join Beta and DC by Darren Chin in Kuala Lumpur, as well as Au Jardin and Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery in Penang, which retain their One Star status.
Michelin Green Star
Dewakan in Kuala Lumpur is the first restaurant in Malaysia to be awarded a Michelin Green Star for their approach to sustainable cooking. This is the first time this award has been given to a restaurant since the inception of the Michelin Guide in Malaysia since 2023.Michelin Bib Gourmand
Michelin Bib Gourmands are restaurants known for their high-quality cooking at affordable prices. This year, there are 56 Bib Gourmands, including 12 new additions. New Michelin Bib Gourmands in Kuala Lumpur include Coast by Kayra (Indian), Foong Lian (Cantonese), Leen’s (Middle Eastern), MTR 1924 (Indian Vegetarian), and Sin Kiew Yee Shin Kee Beef Noodles (Noodles). New Bib Gourmands in Penang include BM Yam Rice (Teochew) (promoted), Laksalicious (Malaysian), Lum Lai Duck Meat Koay Teow Th’ng (Street Food), Ravi’s Famous Apom Manis (Street Food), Serabai Istimewa (Street Food), Super Star Koay Teow Soup (Street Food), and Winn’s Cafe (Peranakan).Michelin Selected
Michelin Selected restaurants are venues that show potential for promotion to either a Michelin Star or Bib Gourmand. This year features 80 Michelin Selected establishments, with 10 new entries. Notable newcomers in Kuala Lumpur include Atelier Binchotan (Barbecue), Bar Kar (Barbecue), Potager (French Contemporary), and Terra Dining (Malaysian Contemporary). Penang’s new entries include Christoph’s (Austrian), Jaloux (Italian), Lucky Hole (Innovative), and Nyonya Willow (Peranakan).Michelin Special Awards
This year’s Michelin Special Awards celebrate exceptional individuals shaping Malaysia’s dining scene, with Michelin Service Award going to Azmi Ahmad Kamal of Chim by Chef Noom for his dedication to creating a warm and professional dining experience. Michelin Sommelier Award is Han Lai of Terra Dining for expertly curated wine pairings while Michelin Young Chef Award goes to Waymann Cheong of Lucky Hole for his innovative leadership in blending modern techniques with local ingredients. Michelin Opening of the Year Award is awarded to Guillaume Depoortere of Molina for establishing a new standard in Kuala Lumpur’s dining scene.Observations on Removed Restaurants
One restaurant, Dancing Fish, has been moved from Bib Gourmand to Michelin Select, while Playte (European Contemporary) was removed because it closed down. 5 restaurants have been removed from the guide completely, which are Bref by Darren Chin (French Contemporary), Chao Xuan (Teochew), Lao San Tong Bah Kut Teh (Malaysian), Misai Mee Jawa (Butterworth) (Street Food) and Woodlands (Vegetarian). While no details on removed establishments are available, the Michelin Guide 2025 continues to evolve, highlighting only the best in Malaysia’s culinary landscape. For Michelin Guide Malaysia related, see Michelin Guide Malaysia.KUALA LUMPUR
Two Michelin Stars (Kuala Lumpur)
One Michelin Star (Kuala Lumpur)
Michelin Green Star
Michelin Bib Gourmand (Kuala Lumpur)
Michelin Selected (Kuala Lumpur)
PENANG
One Michelin Star (Penang)
Michelin Bib Gourmand (Penang)
BM Yam Rice (Teochew) (promoted)
Michelin Selected (Penang)
Michelin Special Awards
Michelin Sommelier Award: Han Lai of Terra Dining
Michelin Service Award: Azmi Ahmad Kamal of Chim bt Chef Noom
Michelin Opening Of The Year: Guillaume Depoortere of Molina
Michelin Young Chef Award: Mr. Waymann Cheong of Lucky Hole
As published: Food For Thought
