If you have been exploring Kuala Lumpur city long enough, you’ll notice there are quite a number of streets and areas with heritage buildings which were built during the British colonial days.
Despite there were massive development as the capital of Malaysia, there are still some historical and heritage architecture around the city.
Some of the rows of buildings especially those in prime spots were repurposed and made into beautiful spots for commercial and places for people to visit.
A short stretch along Jalan Sin Chew Kee and Jalan Galloway is one of the rows that still boasts colonial architectures in the city. Almost all of the buildings at that row is still in its original structure and untouched. At one point of time, that street is slightly deserted with only residents staying there would pass by.
In a fast developing city, it is difficult to prevent old buildings and lands being sold off for major developments. But in this case, in terms of preserving heritage architecture, fortunately, some of the landlords and business owners at Jalan Sin Chew Kee decided to refurbished their units into trendy commercial spaces that grabs the attention of people.
As those streets is off from the busy roads of the city, it can be a Give a little visit to the short street and you might find a place you want to chill at.
Some of the trendy cafes, bars, and spaces includes:
Three Years Old Cafe
If you’re looking for a place to enjoy some good coffee and cakes, this dreamy and creamy-hued cafe is a good choice at Jalan Sin Chew Kee. Painted all white with a clean look and located at the corner of the street, you simply couldn’t miss out this building. They even have an option for outdoor seating where you can enjoy some breeze and fresh air.
1, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur,
Pahit
With most of the original building structure preserved, the rustic looking bar is popular with gin. When you enter the premises, you will notice the shelf against the exposed brick wall which displays numerous choices of gins from the commons ones to the rares.
Run by CK and Chye – the brains behind the award winning Coley, Pahit is a must place to visit whether you’re a cocktail or gin lover. An evening with your friends at the bar would be a great choice.
3, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
8Haus
Serving Western-Oriental fusion food with meat specifically pork, 8haus is literally read as 八號 which means ‘number 8’ in Chinese language.
8Haus is founded by three owners from different expertise; chef, bartender and marketing. So you can expect a combination of good food, good drinks and a good atmosphere in the restaurant.
8, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
Breakfast Spot
Just as the name implies, every corner here is great as your breakfast spot. You can choose to sit in the gorgeous glass patio, or more cozy side with warmth lighting, near the coffee bar counter. Taking advantage the building’s heritage design, Breakfast Spot evokes an old-school, nostalgic atmosphere, keeping the vintage tone along with modern touch.
2, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.
Sin Chew Kee Cold Drink Store
Probably the first tea cocktail store in Kuala Lumpur, Sin Chew Kee Cold Drink Store serves tea and herbs-infused cocktails. If you have never been there before, it might be a little difficult to find. To make it easy, look for 8Haus which is way easier, and Sin Chew Kee Cold Drink Store is just right above it.
8, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
Hinode Bento
Hinode Bento brings its beautiful bentos to the city centre, with Japanese-inspired artisanal allure on one of Kuala Lumpur’s soulful streets.
12, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
bōl
Bōl makes a bold move by marking its spot as a modern Peranakan restaurant at Jalan Sin Chew Kee. The restaurant’s menu, concocted out of the owners’ love for Peranakan cuisine, is both eclectic and familiar. It is definitely a bold move reimagining and giving contemporary twists to classic Malaysian flavours.
15, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
School of Animals
School of Animals is a whimsical and colourful craft beer bar. You’ll find an international selection here like Iwate Kura Craft Beer from Japan’s Iwate prefecture, Vocation Brewery from the UK, and Tuatara from New Zealand.
10, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
Bröom
4, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
VCR
First opened in year 2012, VCR now expanded to multiple outlets around Klang Valley. The track record itself proves that they are the trusted place to go as they serve good coffee and delicious foods.
They are popular for their extensive range of meals especially for breakfast and brunch.
2, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
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Sarang Cookery
If you do not have the time to travel to Penang and Malacca for tasty Peranakan cuisine where those states are known for due to the historical background, fret not!
Although good Peranakan restaurants may not be easy to find nowadays, there is one at Jalan Galloway; and Sarang Cookery is the one.
8, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
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WU DI Cafe
Another ‘Instagrammable’ cafe around the area, the interior design and decor is definitely pleasing for our social media content.
But of course, their coffees and desserts complimented with the cosy space makes it a nice spot to hang out with family and friends.
10, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
Business owners in both Jalan Sin Chew Kee and Jalan Galloway has done a great effort by preserving the original 1920s structure while making it a great place to spend at whether it is for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or a night out with our closed ones.
