Top 10 Wine Bars in Kuala Lumpur That'll Blow Your Mind [2025]
Kuala Lumpur’s got wine bars scene that’s about to blow your mind. This list drops 10 spots you NEED to try. Let the good times flow!
2025-01-22
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Imagine being stranded on a secluded island, who would you wanna be stuck with? Answer: A bottle of wine. Pardon me, that sounded like something straight out of a Jack Sparrow movie. If you dream of sipping on a fine glass of wine, fret not; you don’t have to be on an island to enjoy it. Kuala Lumpur offers the coolest wine bars for you and your loved ones. Here are 10 of the chilliest of the chill picks.
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1. Ciccio Bar Pizzeria
You can smell wood-fired oven pizzas from miles away even in the presence of others. Nestled along stretches of bars in boulevard Changkat, you don’t need bonfire signals to find where this place is due to its rustic Italian charm. Go with the anonymity of indoors, or the vibrant energy of outdoor seating and find yourself at the thick of the action.
Location: 15, Changkat Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 50 – 150 per person
Highlights: House Pouring Sparkling Wine – Montelvini, Prosecco Extra Dry DOCG | Veneto Red Wine – Violet, cherry, full-bodied | Pizza – Salsiccia e funghi
2. Fafaba
Don’t you dig a watering hole which is laid back? I know I do. Known as a specialist in fermented beverages such as Japanese sake, artisanal kombuchas, raw wines and other rare ferments, the place also acts as your neighbourhood bottle shop for casual walk-in and buying back home. The allure of local gossip is hard to resist. More of a grapevine than anything else if you know what I mean.
Location: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 40 – 60 per person
Highlights: Rose-infused kombucha and French orange wine.
Instagram | Facebook | Website | Phone: N/A
3. Unwined Cabana
Tell you this bar is so Lit, you take your partner here to express your intensity by experiencing wines and champagnes that intimately reflect the soul of the land and the winemaker’s artistry. Check out their pét-nats, grower champagnes, unfiltered nats and burgundies. Tucked in isolation on the 4th floor of Else Retreats, Chinatown, it doesn’t come with parking spaces if you’re driving over.
Location: 145, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: Bottle wines from MYR 170 and up
Highlights: Special snacks menu consisting of 6 dishes, all made to pair perfectly with wines.
4. Joloko
I hate to say I told ya so – You don’t have to be on an island to soak up the Caribbean vibes – cos Joloko means business when it was nominated for Best Wine Bar during The Bar Awards KL years ago. Gotten your Hawaiian shirt swept away the last time? Buy a boujee one from their official website and blend in instantly when you drop by.
Location: 43, Jalan Kamunting, Off Dang Wangi, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 50 – 150 per person
Highlights: Guava Glazed Prawn Tostadas, a crunchy taco filled with spicy-sweet shrimp filling.
Instagram | Facebook | Website | Phone: +60 11 6426 2645
5. Takumi Craft Bar
Well, I think wine glasses make a better signboard and if you wanna try something fire, ignore the name of this bar. The OG of Japanese Retail – Isetan, Tokyo – flexes its muscles in Kuala Lumpur with a bar dedicated to craft beers. Fermenting down on the lower ground floor of Lot 10 shopping mall, shook your partner with the sweetest snacks, she’ll think you’re a wine buff! Oh, only food purchased in Isetan can be consumed here.
Location: 50, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 30 – 50 per person
Highlights: Wines from Yamanashi’s Chateau Katsunuma | Tottori’s Hojyo Winery | Kyoto’s Tamba Wine | Hokkaido
6. The Barn Pavilion KL
House a wide selection of old-world and new-world wines, right inside the 4th floor of Pavilion shopping mall. Look out for their mains during lunch hour which not only provides value for money but generous in portions too. Vibe out for live band performances occasionally. Can’t help but to overheard that they’ve got awesome all round service staff.
Location: (Lot C4.04.00) 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 40 – 80 per person
Highlights: House Pouring Red Wine and White Wine | Artisan Cheese Platter, 5 types of European cheese
Instagram | Facebook | Website | Phone: +60 3 2110 3223
7. Marini’s on 57
The GOAT in all rooftop bars. Enough said! No, I’d like to clear my throat first before continuing….soaring views from floor-to-ceiling glass panels that seem to lift you straight up close to the Twin Towers. Getting there is easy, first go to Petronas Tower 3, right next to Twin Towers. If you notice Mandarin Oriental Hotel’s lobby opposite you, you’re at the correct tower entrance. Take the lift up to the 57 floor for the most romantic night ever!
Location: Level 57, Menara 3, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 38 – 200 per person
Highlights: House Pouring Red Wine and White Wine | Pavéjo Prosecco Extra Dry DOC Sparkling Wine
8. Coupe De Vin
In a similar vein but smaller, this humble yet trippy bar has a glass ceiling overlooking the Merdeka 118 Tower. It has more wines than your regular grocer and throwing in some other rare wines, this could be your next favorite hangout joint. Can’t help but to overheard that their prices are somewhat pretty reasonable. Just go see for yourself cos if it’s cap, there are others around. It’s Chinatown baby!
Location: 180-01, Jalan Tun HS Lee, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 38 – 70 per person
Highlights: 50% off second bottle all week long
Instagram | Facebook | Website | Phone: +60 13 388 8687
9. Up KL
This space was built for couples to share and pair the house’s signature natural wine with small-plate Tapas and Mezze. On any given day, live music might be playing, winging your night when there’s nothing more to do than look into each other’s eyes and read each other’s minds. Be daring to try new things…err I mean – wine and food.
Location: 40-01 Jalan Doraisamy, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 28 – 90 per person
Highlights: Jules Mediterranee Rose wine | Mezze
Instagram | Facebook | Website | Phone: +60 14 636 0401
10. Gentle Giants
Expect the usual tongue-in-cheek wine recommendations from the owners, who won’t bat an eye if you bring outside food or even crash their gate (no booking required). Smacked inside Zhongshan Building, a cultural melting pot housing a curated list of tenants including fono (DJ spinning), Triptyk (cocktails), and Kantata (coffee). Can’t find Gentle Giants? It’s just across Kantata.
Location: 80B, Zhongshan Building, Jalan Rotan, Kuala Lumpur, (Google Maps)
Prices: MYR 38 – 100 per person
Highlights: Italian orange wines | Fizzy pét-nat | Rare French reds
Instagram | Facebook | Website | Phone: N/A
Kuala Lumpur’s got wine bars scene that’s about to blow your mind. This list drops 10 spots you NEED to try. Let the good times flow!
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FAQ
What should I wear to these wine bars?
- Dress code varies depending on the specific bar (roughly dress according to ‘Prices’ shown in our list)
- Generally, smart casual attire is appropriate for most establishments.
- Some upscale bars may have a more formal dress code.
Are these wine bars suitable for all occasions?
Yes, this list includes a variety of options to suit different occasions:
- Romantic dates: Intimate settings with live music or cozy atmospheres.
- Friends’ gatherings: Lively bars with ample seating and a social atmosphere.
- Special occasions: Upscale bars with extensive wine lists and sophisticated settings.
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