Wondering where you should eat and what you should order when visiting Taman Megah’s latest shopping address? Here are some of the best spots in Megah Rise Mall for food.
Located in Kepong and bordering Segambut, you will find yourself amid a lush setting comprised of middle-class families living out their days in two-storey terraced homes. A local wet market caters to matronly figures of all ages for grocery runs, while shoplots that stretch closest to the highway house all manner of services, as well as several well-loved eateries.
First established in the mid-1980s, Taman Megah remains almost otherwise unchanged in its topography, remaining popular among domestic nuclear units for its ease of access to the greater Klang Valley area, while being far-flung enough to avoid the city centre crowds. Development was first spearheaded by the Hong Leong Group and UOA Group, with many of the two-storey landed homes remaining highly coveted to this day.
But it wouldn’t be until 2018, with the launch of the Megah Rise project, did the neighbourhood witness a fresh chapter in its development. Completed in late 2022, the 39-storey mixed-use tower stands as Taman Megah’s lone skyscraper, which comes complete with a community-centric neighbourhood mall that occupies the base of its structure.
While it is by no means meant to compete with new upmarket retail addresses, Megah Rise Mall’s relative success has been well-noted, especially given the fickle nature of more recent commercial projects. This is naturally bolstered by its surprisingly varied tenant mix, especially where food is concerned. Whether your cravings lean towards handmade pasta, Chinese stewed fish, or even fresh bagels galore, you’ll find it all conveniently parked under a single roof. All that is left is to settle on a time and place.
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Megah Rise Mall food guide: Where to eat, what to order
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Oomph Cafe
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Contemporary and laid-back, Oomph Cafe makes a great case for itself as a corporate lunch haven on the weekdays, and a leisurely brunch destination on the weekends. Sporting all the trappings of an Instagram-worthy cafe destination, be it high ceilings or minimalist polished cement, its appeal is further broadened by a casual menu of Continental favourites with Pan-Asian touches.
Operating hours:
- 9am – 2am (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Oomph Cafe.
What we liked:
- The Buttermilk French Toast with Crispy Fried Chicken serves up salty-sweet delights with a drizzle of house-made mango butter cream.
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Staple Dough
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In the modern layman’s context, pasta denotes mealtime convenience from a plastic bag, ready to be consumed upon being blanched in scalding hot water. But that does a massive disservice to the craft, which in the Old Country, takes on a more involved process, as the people at Staple Dough will attest to. All manner of pasta varieties are handmade in-house here, from chubby ribbons of tagliolini to flat swathes of pappardelle.
Operating hours:
- 12pm – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Staple Dough.
What we liked:
- The Seafood Stuffed Tagliatelle, which impresses with its garlicky fragrance emboldened with the tamed heat of chilies.
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Naj and Belle
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With outlets dotting some of the most popular malls in the Klang Valley, Naj and Belle have successfully introduced KLites to the pleasures of Melbournian cafe dining, but with a distinctively local twist. Built upon its formidable reputation for excellent fusion dishes and novel cakes, the Megah Rise outlet expands on its dining experience with tasteful mid-century modern furnishings, making the restaurant a feast for the eyes and tastebuds.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Naj and Belle.
What we liked:
- The signature Watermelon Cake, which sandwiches layers of watermelon slices and sponge cake for a light, refreshing sweet treat.
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Multifaceted by nature to best maximise the utility of their large space, PooF Cafe and Marketplace is equal parts a restaurant, a retail outlet, as well as an event space. Billed as one of the biggest pet-friendly indoor shopping experiences in the city, feel free to bring your four-legged buddies with you when you drop by. The food menu from its own in-house eatery, dubbed Super Porkki Porkki, isn’t meant to impress with its humdrum offerings, but they do keep to an admirable standard of taste and quality.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 10pm (Sunday to Friday)
- 10am – 10.30pm (Saturday)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find PooF Cafe and Marketplace.
What we liked:
- The Sambal Udang Linguine presents a good choice for those who can't decide between Eastern or Western inclinations.
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Pulau Tikus Market
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Taking its name from an island situated just off the coasts of Penang, Pulau Tikus Market keeps well within the confines of heritage recipes by providing a no-frills way to satiate your cravings for run-of-the-mill culinary exports from the Pearl of The Orient. The menu here is straightforward, offering mostly noodle dishes such as koay teow teng, fishball noodles, and wok-fried bihun, at easily palatable prices.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Pulau Tikus Market at the Ground Floor.
What we liked:
- The Penang Fishball Noodle Soup, which offers a simple, homey bowl of heartfelt comfort with its clear fish broth with clean, sweet flavours.
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BAGELHAUS by Seolite
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Popular in America’s East Coast but elusive in Asia, finding a good bagel spot takes some effort if you don’t know where to start. Fortunately, those living close to the Megah Rise vicinity can come to depend on BAGELHAUS, which prepares a wealth of bagel options in-house. Cold-proofed overnight before being toasted-to-order, you can expect nothing short of fluffy, chewy perfection in every bite, whether you opt for sweet or savoury options.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find BAGELHAUS on the Ground Floor.
What we liked:
- The Sea Salt Chocolate Bagel strikes a precise balance between sweet gems of chocolate with flecks of savoury flavour.
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Yat Yat Seng
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For close to 40 years, Yat Yat Seng in Ipoh has served a faithful crowd of locals who are often willing to brave long lines to savour a bowl of their signature curry noodles. Prepared with a recipe that has largely remained unchanged, the Hainanese take on curry that is used here omits coconut milk, but features more than 20 different spices to create a flavour profile that is herbaceous and heady with umami spice. Thankfully for Klang Valley residents eager to give it a try, all you’ll need to do is drop by their new outlet in Megah Rise Mall.
Operating hours:
- 9am – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Yat Yat Seng on the Ground Floor.
What we liked:
- The classic Curry Noodles promises punchy slurps of flavour. Enjoy it with a side of their Handmade Fish Balls for a full indulgence.
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Kheng Wah
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A signature hallmark of the Hong Kong dining scene is its many 茶室 (tea rooms) that serve quick and filling meals for locals on the go. Their popularity has since spread across Asia, with several franchises having set-up shop in Malaysia, including Kheng Wah. Like its contemporaries, the food here is characterised by Hong Kong’s most common dishes, including baskets of dimsum and plates of wok-fried beef noodles, best enjoyed with a chilled glass of rich milk tea.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Kheng Wah on the Ground Floor.
What we liked:
- The wok-fried roasted pork served with fried egg and rice is thoroughly fragrant and generously portioned.
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Talk of Chinese food and a few dishes are immediately called to the forefront, typically consisting of dimsum, hand-pulled la mien noodles, or your typical assortment of wok-fried dishes. However, more regional specialties such as Chinese stewed fish, have steadily garnered more attention among conventional diners outside of the Mainland. Mama’s Bun and Stewed Fish takes up the role as a steward of such novel Chinese fare through their signature stewed dishes, prepared on a bubbling stovetop recessed in every table with fresh meats and fish slices, paired with fluffy buns.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 10pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Mama’s Buns and Stewed Fish on the Ground Floor.
What we liked:
- The stewed fish here earns high marks for robust flavour that leans heavily with spice, best enjoyed sopped up with the accompanying buns.
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Nest 13
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Taman Megah isn’t necessarily the first place that anybody would have in mind when thinking of rooftop dining experiences, and that’s not much of a surprise given its relatively suburban inclinations. But with Megah Rise Mall reaching skywards, a new opportunity to introduce a fresh vantage has arrived, as Nest 13 goes on to prove. Occupying the mall’s topmost floor with an expansive al fresco deck, come at sundown to enjoy tipples and bites as you sashay well into the night.
Operating hours:
- 11am – 1am (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Nest 13 on the Third Floor.
What we liked:
- The classic Cosmopolitan here holds its own, crisp and sweet with vodka, Cointreau, cranberry, and lemon juice.
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Cincin
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East meets West in a complementary combination of influences, techniques, and most importantly, compatible flavours at Cincin. Taking after its slogan to ‘wine, dine, and chill’, diners are encouraged to settle in and leave their troubles at the door, starting with their surprisingly well-stocked inventory of beers and wines. Following this act is the food, which while somewhat ho-hum, still manages to satisfy the average palate with its use of consistently fresh ingredients.
Operating hours:
- 11am – 1pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Cincin on the First Floor.
What we liked:
- The Grilled Lamb Rack is properly grilled to bear just the right amount of a crisp exterior, which yields succulently tender, pink flesh.
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Dian Huo Hotpot
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Does Kuala Lumpur need yet another hotpot restaurant? Probably not. But can we all appreciate the familiar comforts of a bubbling hotpot meal shared between friends and family, especially on a cold, rain-drenched evening? Absolutely. For Taman Megah residents, Dian Huo Hotpot will stave all such cravings with ease, especially when taking into account their plethora of fresh seafood ingredients and protein options, ideally paired with their signature Fish Maw Golden Chicken Broth.
Operating hours:
- 12pm – 12am (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Dian Huo Hotpot on the Third Floor.
What we liked:
- The Fish Maw Golden Chicken Broth is a must-try, which only gets all the sweeter as you cook your meat slices in.
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Tsuen Wan
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Another excellent option for fans of Chinese food in Megah Rise Mall can be found in Tsuen Wan restaurant, whose original outlet in Pearl Shopping Gallery along Old Klang Road often attracts a steady crowd. Named after the Hong Kong town located in the Western New Territories of Hong Kong SAR, its key menu items adhere to three core principles: great variety, great value and great taste.
Operating hours:
- 10am – 9.30pm (opens daily)
Getting there: Board the PJ05, 506, or 802 feeder buses and alight at the PJ626 Pusat Perniagaan Taman Megah stop. Then walk 7 minutes to Megah Rise Mall to find Tsuen Wan Restaurant on the Ground Floor.
What we liked:
- The Claypot Seafood in Curry Sauce is a must-try for those who have a tendency to fill up on rice.
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Benjamin Wong
Senior Editor, Fashion and Dining
Armed with an Advertising major from Lancaster University, Benjamin is a senior editor who has spent his time oscillating between the social media and digital media landscape since 2018. With a keen interest in haute fashion and gastronomy, he has written for publications such as ERROR Digital, WORLD OF BUZZ, and KL Foodie. Beyond the keyboard, you can find him arms-deep in a thrift pile.
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