Fodor's Expert Review The Malayan Council

Decked in a charming mix of modern-meets-colonial—think vintage brown leather padded chairs, wooden tiles, hanging metallic wire lamps, and a minimalist bar that resembles a British Malayan colonial pub—the Esplanade branch of this classy yet casual franchise has breathtaking views over the bay and a menu that fuses English and Malaysian staples. Wagyu beef flank Wellington, cone trios rillette, and fish & chips pair with local chicken percik and an assorted selection of satay to help bring the “talk, makan, and chill” tagline to life.