With hundreds of shops, major entertainment attractions and an enormous selection of restaurants, IOI City Mall is more than somewhere to spend an afternoon shopping.
Located within IOI Resort City near Putrajaya, Malaysia’s largest shopping mall has developed into one of the Klang Valley’s major dining destinations. From Malaysian favourites and Chinese cuisine to Japanese ramen, Korean barbecue, Thai seafood, hotpot, cafés and desserts, there’s something for almost every appetite.
But with so many restaurants spread across the mall’s different wings and floors, deciding where to eat can sometimes be the hardest part of the visit.
Whether you’re planning a family meal, meeting friends for dinner, looking for somewhere to eat after visiting District 21 or simply craving a good bowl of noodles, here’s our guide to what to eat at IOI City Mall.
Restaurants at IOI City Mall at a Glance
| Restaurant | Cuisine / Concept | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Oriental Kopi | Malaysian kopitiam | LG-29A |
| Madam Kwan’s | Malaysian classics | LG-246-2 |
| Serai | Malaysian and international | LG-80 |
| Cafe Chef Wan | Malaysian and international | GE-203 |
| Banglo 289 | Traditional Malay | LG-78G |
| DIN by Din Tai Fung | Taiwanese / Chinese | LG-257-2 |
| Dolly Dim Sum | Dim sum | LG-82B |
| Dragon-i | Shanghainese / Chinese | LG-94-2 |
| Haidilao | Chinese hotpot | GE-17 |
| Ying Xian Canton Cuisine | Cantonese | GE-206 |
| IPPUDO | Japanese ramen | GE-207 |
| Sushi Zanmai | Japanese / sushi | L2-30-2 |
| Rakuzen | Japanese | FE-201-3 |
| Mo-Mo Paradise | Japanese hotpot | L3-207-2 |
| K-Fry Urban Korean | Korean fried chicken | G-26 |
| KyoChon 1991 | Korean fried chicken | LG-30 |
| Dookki | Korean tteokbokki buffet | L1-12B |
| Absolute Thai | Thai | LG-67 |
| Laem Charoen Thai Seafood | Thai seafood | LG-81-2 |
| Ole-Ole Bali | Balinese / Indonesian | G-28-2 |
| Kenny Hills Bakers | Bakery and café | GE-217-2 |
| Pokok | Café and restaurant | GE-201 |
| CHAGEE | Tea | GE-2 and G-K5 |
| Inside Scoop | Ice cream | S-K3 |
Outlet locations are based on the mall’s published directory and may change.
Malaysian Food at IOI City Mall
For visitors looking for familiar Malaysian flavours, IOI City Mall offers everything from traditional kopitiam dishes to contemporary interpretations of local cuisine.
1. Oriental Kopi
Oriental Kopi has become one of Malaysia’s most recognisable contemporary kopitiam brands, bringing familiar local flavours into a modern restaurant setting.
The menu includes Malaysian breakfast favourites, rice and noodle dishes, traditional toast, coffee and the brand’s popular egg tarts.
It’s particularly suitable for visitors who want a taste of Malaysian kopitiam culture without having to travel outside the mall.
For families, Oriental Kopi is also an easy choice because of its broad selection of familiar dishes.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-29A
Good for: Malaysian breakfast, kopitiam favourites, family meals
2. Madam Kwan’s
Another established name in Malaysian dining is Madam Kwan’s, known for presenting local comfort food in a contemporary restaurant environment.
Its menu includes dishes such as nasi lemak, nasi bojari, noodles and other Malaysian favourites.
For visitors travelling from overseas, Madam Kwan’s provides a convenient introduction to some of the dishes that have become closely associated with Malaysian food culture.
It’s also a practical option for groups where everyone wants a familiar local meal.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-246-2
Good for: Malaysian cuisine, nasi lemak, family dining
3. Serai
Serai combines Malaysian flavours with a broader international menu, making it one of the more versatile dining options at IOI City Mall.
The restaurant is known for contemporary interpretations of familiar dishes, alongside Western and Asian-inspired selections.
Its menu variety makes it particularly suitable for families and groups with different food preferences.
If you’re looking for somewhere to sit down for a relaxed lunch or dinner rather than grabbing a quick meal, Serai is worth considering.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-80
Good for: Malaysian and international food, family meals, group dining
4. Cafe Chef Wan
Celebrity chef Datuk Redzuawan Ismail, better known as Chef Wan, brings his culinary identity to Cafe Chef Wan.
The restaurant combines Malaysian flavours with dishes inspired by different international cuisines, reflecting Chef Wan’s extensive culinary career and travels.
It’s an option for diners who enjoy familiar local flavours but want something beyond a conventional kopitiam menu.
The restaurant’s contemporary setting also makes it suitable for longer lunches, gatherings and special meals.
Location: GE-203
Good for: Malaysian-inspired cuisine, gatherings, sit-down dining
5. Banglo 289
For more traditional Malay flavours, Banglo 289 is another restaurant to consider.
The restaurant focuses on hearty local dishes such as masak lemak, ayam goreng berempah and smoked-meat specialities.
These are the kinds of dishes that reflect Malaysia’s rich tradition of rice-based meals, aromatic spices and slow-cooked gravies.
Banglo 289 also brings a distinctive interior concept to the dining experience, making it an interesting option for visitors who enjoy both food and atmosphere.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-78G
Good for: Malay cuisine, traditional dishes, family meals
Chinese Restaurants and Hotpot at IOI City Mall
Chinese cuisine is particularly well represented at IOI City Mall, with options ranging from dim sum and soup dumplings to Cantonese cooking and communal hotpot.
6. DIN by Din Tai Fung
DIN by Din Tai Fung is a pork-free concept associated with the internationally recognised Din Tai Fung restaurant brand.
Its signature dish is xiao long bao, the delicate soup dumplings filled with broth and savoury ingredients.
Other menu options include noodles, fried rice and a selection of Chinese dishes prepared to order.
One of the interesting parts of the experience is watching the chefs prepare dumplings through the restaurant’s viewing area.
DIN is particularly appealing for diners who enjoy Taiwanese-style Chinese cuisine and want a more substantial sit-down meal.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-257-2
Good for: Xiao long bao, noodles, Chinese dining
7. Dolly Dim Sum
If you’re craving dim sum, Dolly Dim Sum is another option.
The restaurant serves a selection of steamed and fried dim sum, buns, rice and noodle dishes within a contemporary setting.
Dim sum works particularly well for groups because diners can order several dishes and share them around the table.
Dolly Dim Sum is therefore a practical choice for family lunches or meals with friends, especially when you want variety without ordering individual main courses.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-82B
Good for: Dim sum, family lunches, sharing dishes
8. Dragon-i
Dragon-i is known for Shanghainese and other Chinese dishes, with its handmade noodles and soup dumplings among the brand’s best-known offerings.
The restaurant provides a more traditional Chinese dining experience compared with some of the mall’s casual eateries.
It’s particularly suitable for families and groups looking to share several dishes, from noodles and dumplings to vegetable, meat and seafood preparations.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-94-2
Good for: Shanghainese cuisine, dumplings, Chinese family dining
9. Haidilao
For hotpot lovers, Haidilao is one of IOI City Mall’s major dining attractions.
The international Chinese hotpot chain is known for its extensive soup-base selection, ingredients and attentive service.
Diners can choose from different broths before cooking meat, seafood, vegetables, noodles and other ingredients at the table.
Hotpot is naturally a communal dining experience, making Haidilao especially suitable for families and groups of friends.
Because meals can take considerably longer than a typical restaurant visit, it’s worth allowing enough time, particularly during busy evenings and weekends.
Location: GE-17
Good for: Hotpot, group dinners, celebrations
10. Ying Xian Canton Cuisine
Ying Xian Canton Cuisine offers another option for diners looking for traditional Chinese flavours.
Its menu focuses on Cantonese cuisine, a style of cooking known for balancing fresh ingredients with relatively delicate seasoning and a wide range of cooking techniques.
For family gatherings or leisurely meals, Cantonese restaurants are particularly convenient because dishes can be ordered for sharing.
Ying Xian adds another dimension to IOI City Mall’s extensive Chinese restaurant collection.
Location: GE-206
Good for: Cantonese cuisine, family gatherings, Chinese dining
Japanese Restaurants at IOI City Mall
From ramen and sushi to Japanese hotpot, IOI City Mall has a particularly extensive selection of Japanese restaurants.
11. IPPUDO
Japanese ramen chain IPPUDO is known for its Hakata-style ramen, particularly rich tonkotsu broth and thin noodles.
Its ramen bowls are typically accompanied by toppings such as sliced meat, spring onions and other ingredients.
For diners craving a comforting bowl of noodles after shopping, IPPUDO is an easy option.
It’s particularly appealing when you want a satisfying meal without committing to a long dining session.
Location: GE-207
Good for: Japanese ramen, casual lunches, noodle lovers
12. Sushi Zanmai
Sushi Zanmai is one of Malaysia’s familiar Japanese restaurant chains, serving sushi alongside a substantial selection of cooked dishes.
Its menu covers sushi, sashimi, rice bowls, noodles and other Japanese favourites.
That variety makes it suitable for groups where some diners prefer sushi while others want a hot meal.
Sushi Zanmai is also a convenient option for a casual family lunch or dinner.
Location: Level 2, L2-30-2
Good for: Sushi, Japanese comfort food, family dining
13. Rakuzen
For a more refined Japanese dining experience, consider Rakuzen.
The restaurant offers a broad selection of Japanese dishes, including sushi, sashimi, grilled items and set meals.
Its dining format makes it suitable for business lunches, family gatherings or visitors looking for a more relaxed Japanese meal.
Rakuzen is particularly useful when you want several courses or a complete set rather than a quick bowl of ramen.
Location: FE-201-3
Good for: Japanese set meals, sushi, business lunches
14. Mo-Mo Paradise
Mo-Mo Paradise specialises in Japanese-style hotpot, particularly sukiyaki and shabu-shabu.
Unlike Chinese hotpot, Japanese sukiyaki and shabu-shabu typically emphasise thinly sliced meat, vegetables and comparatively simple broth or cooking sauces.
The restaurant is a good choice for diners who enjoy cooking their own ingredients at the table.
It’s also suitable for groups looking for a leisurely meal together.
Location: Level 3, L3-207-2
Good for: Japanese hotpot, sukiyaki, shabu-shabu
Korean Restaurants at IOI City Mall
Korean cuisine is another major part of IOI City Mall’s restaurant selection, particularly for diners who enjoy fried chicken, spicy dishes and communal meals.
15. K-Fry Urban Korean
K-Fry Urban Korean is best known for Korean-style fried chicken and contemporary Korean comfort food.
Its menu includes fried chicken, cheesy dishes and other Korean-inspired favourites designed for sharing.
The restaurant is particularly popular with groups of friends and families who enjoy bold flavours and substantial portions.
For diners who want something lively and casual, K-Fry is an appealing choice.
Location: Ground Floor, G-26
Good for: Korean fried chicken, group meals, casual dining
16. KyoChon 1991
Another Korean fried chicken option is KyoChon 1991.
The South Korean chain specialises in fried chicken with different sauces and flavour profiles, including soy-garlic and spicy varieties.
KyoChon is a practical option for a quick meal or casual dinner, particularly for visitors who prefer fried chicken over a full Korean barbecue experience.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-30
Good for: Korean fried chicken, casual meals
17. Dookki
For something different, Dookki focuses on Korean tteokbokki and buffet-style dining.
Tteokbokki is a popular Korean dish made with chewy rice cakes cooked in a spicy sauce.
At Dookki, diners can typically customise their meal by choosing ingredients and cooking them together in a shared pot.
This makes the experience more interactive than a conventional restaurant meal.
It’s particularly suitable for groups of friends and fans of Korean street-food flavours.
Location: Level 1, L1-12B
Good for: Tteokbokki, Korean buffet, group dining
Thai and Southeast Asian Restaurants at IOI City Mall
Visitors looking for spicy, aromatic flavours will also find several Thai and Southeast Asian options.
18. Absolute Thai
Absolute Thai serves familiar Thai dishes in a contemporary restaurant setting.
The menu generally covers Thai favourites such as tom yum, curries, salads, stir-fries and rice dishes.
It’s an accessible option for diners looking for Thai food without travelling beyond the mall.
The restaurant is particularly convenient for family meals because of its broad menu and sharing-friendly dishes.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-67
Good for: Thai cuisine, family meals, spicy food
19. Laem Charoen Thai Seafood
For diners who particularly enjoy Thai seafood, Laem Charoen Thai Seafood is another restaurant worth considering.
The Thai restaurant brand is associated with seafood dishes prepared using familiar Thai flavours, including spicy, sour and aromatic seasonings.
It’s a good option for families or groups who prefer ordering several seafood and vegetable dishes to share.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, LG-81-2
Good for: Thai seafood, family gatherings, sharing dishes
20. Ole-Ole Bali
Ole-Ole Bali brings Indonesian and Balinese-inspired flavours to IOI City Mall.
The restaurant is known for its substantial portions, grilled dishes and richly seasoned meals.
Its menu offers a different Southeast Asian option from the Thai and Malaysian restaurants elsewhere in the mall.
Ole-Ole Bali is particularly suitable for diners looking for a filling lunch or dinner.
Location: Ground Floor, G-28-2
Good for: Indonesian cuisine, grilled dishes, family meals
Cafés, Coffee and Desserts at IOI City Mall
With so much walking involved at IOI City Mall, finding somewhere to take a coffee or dessert break is almost part of the experience.
21. Kenny Hills Bakers
Kenny Hills Bakers is one of Kuala Lumpur’s well-known bakery and café brands.
Its menu includes pastries, cakes, baked goods and café-style meals.
For visitors who want something more substantial than a takeaway coffee but less formal than a restaurant meal, Kenny Hills Bakers provides a useful middle ground.
It’s particularly suitable for brunch, afternoon coffee or a relaxed catch-up with friends.
Location: GE-217-2
Good for: Brunch, pastries, cakes, coffee
22. Pokok
Pokok brings a café and lifestyle dining concept to IOI City Mall.
The brand is associated with contemporary café food and an emphasis on atmosphere, making it suitable for visitors who want to spend some time relaxing rather than rushing through a meal.
It’s an option for brunch, coffee or a casual meal with friends.
Location: GE-201
Good for: Café dining, brunch, casual meet-ups
23. CHAGEE
For tea lovers, CHAGEE is one of the major beverage brands at IOI City Mall.
The contemporary tea chain specialises in tea-based drinks, particularly milk teas made using brewed tea.
Its drinks provide an alternative to coffee and are convenient for takeaway while shopping.
IOI City Mall’s directory lists both a flagship outlet and a kiosk.
Locations: GE-2 and G-K5
Good for: Tea, milk tea, takeaway drinks
24. Inside Scoop
For dessert, Inside Scoop is one of Malaysia’s best-known homegrown ice cream brands.
The company is known for its range of ice cream flavours, including options inspired by Malaysian ingredients and desserts.
It’s a particularly convenient stop after lunch, dinner or a long afternoon of shopping.
Location: S-K3
Good for: Ice cream, desserts, family treats
Food Courts and Quick Meals at IOI City Mall
Not every visit calls for a full-service restaurant.
Sometimes you simply want a quick meal before heading to District 21, Icescape or the next shop.
IOI City Mall has several food-court and casual dining options, including Food Junction and Food Empire, which bring together different food choices in shared dining environments.
Other options across the mall include quick-service restaurants, noodle shops, bakeries and takeaway outlets.
Food courts are particularly useful when travelling with a group because everyone can choose something different without having to agree on one restaurant.
They are also worth considering when time is limited or you’re looking for a more casual meal.
About IOI City Mall
IOI City Mall is located within IOI Resort City near Putrajaya and is widely recognised as Malaysia’s largest shopping mall.
The development first opened in 2014 and expanded significantly with the opening of Phase 2 in 2022.
Beyond its enormous retail and dining collection, the mall is home to major attractions including District 21, Icescape, IOI City Farm and IOI Sports Centre.
For shopping, attractions, parking and transport information, read our complete IOI City Mall guide.
How to Get to IOI City Mall
IOI City Mall is located at:
IOI City Mall
Lebuh IRC, IOI Resort City
62502 Putrajaya, Sepang, Selangor
By car
Driving is one of the most convenient ways to reach IOI City Mall.
The development is accessible through major highways connecting Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and the surrounding Klang Valley.
By MRT
IOI City Mall is not directly connected to an MRT station.
Visitors can take the MRT Putrajaya Line to Putrajaya Sentral, then continue by available public bus, taxi or e-hailing service.
Our MRT Putrajaya Line guide provides more information about the rail network.
Parking
The mall provides extensive parking facilities across its different wings.
If you’re visiting a particular restaurant, check its location in advance and choose a convenient parking zone.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eating at IOI City Mall
What restaurants are at IOI City Mall?
IOI City Mall has an extensive restaurant selection, including Oriental Kopi, Madam Kwan’s, Serai, Cafe Chef Wan, DIN by Din Tai Fung, Dolly Dim Sum, Dragon-i, Haidilao, IPPUDO, Sushi Zanmai, K-Fry Urban Korean, Absolute Thai and many more.
What is the best place to eat at IOI City Mall?
It depends on your preferences. For Malaysian food, consider Oriental Kopi or Madam Kwan’s. For hotpot, Haidilao and Mo-Mo Paradise are options. For Japanese ramen, try IPPUDO, while Kenny Hills Bakers and Pokok are suitable for café dining.
Is there halal food at IOI City Mall?
Yes, IOI City Mall has restaurants serving halal food, including outlets with halal certification. However, halal status varies by restaurant and may change. Diners who require certified halal premises should verify each outlet’s current status through the restaurant or JAKIM’s official halal directory.
Is there a food court at IOI City Mall?
Yes. The mall’s dining directory includes Food Junction and Food Empire, alongside numerous casual dining outlets.
Is there Japanese food at IOI City Mall?
Yes. Japanese restaurants include IPPUDO, Sushi Zanmai, Rakuzen and Mo-Mo Paradise, among others.
Is there Korean food at IOI City Mall?
Yes. Korean dining options include K-Fry Urban Korean, KyoChon 1991 and Dookki.
Are there cafés at IOI City Mall?
Yes. The mall has a large café and beverage selection, including Kenny Hills Bakers, Pokok, CHAGEE and other coffee, tea and bakery concepts.
What are IOI City Mall’s opening hours?
IOI City Mall generally operates daily from 10am to 10pm. Individual restaurants may have different opening hours.
Is IOI City Mall worth visiting for food?
Yes. The mall’s extensive collection of Malaysian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai and international restaurants makes it a dining destination in its own right, particularly for visitors combining meals with shopping or entertainment.
With such an extensive restaurant collection, IOI City Mall offers far more than the usual shopping mall dining experience.
You can enjoy a Malaysian meal at Oriental Kopi or Madam Kwan’s, share dim sum at Dolly Dim Sum, explore Chinese hotpot at Haidilao, have ramen at IPPUDO, enjoy Korean fried chicken at K-Fry or finish the afternoon with pastries at Kenny Hills Bakers.
And these are only some of the options available.
What makes IOI City Mall particularly appealing is the opportunity to combine food with everything else the development offers. A family outing can include ice skating and lunch, a date can involve coffee and a movie, while groups of friends can spend the afternoon at District 21 before gathering for dinner.
Whether you’re visiting specifically for food or simply looking for somewhere to eat between activities, IOI City Mall has enough variety to keep you coming back.
We’ll continue updating this guide as new restaurants open and the mall’s dining scene evolves.
