Escapism can come in many ways. If you want to imagine yourself in a Biritsh country inn for an afternoon, The Smokehouse will be happy to serve

Somewhere in Bangsar, you can actually escape the hectic jungle and have a quiet evening or two with clients, family or loved ones over some afternoon tea. Come dinnertime, the fireplace will definitely set the mood going for a good plate of Sirloin Steak and perhaps a rack of lamb topped up with some creme brule for dessert. Ambience and decor is as British as one can get in Kuala Lumpur.

The rack of lamb is simply wonderful. A good blend of English herbs and spices were used in marinating the rack. The British are known for their unhurried schedules hence the marinade has plenty of time to seep deep into the rack and once baked, blends in perfect harmony with the rack. Cutting up the individual racks was effortless due to the tender meat and skillful preparation. Finishing up the whole plate was equally delightful and even more effortless.

"Tasty chicken pie with crunch worthy pastry"

Equally good was the Sirloin Steak with Yorkshire Pudding. The steak itself is wonderfully delicious with its nice beef gravy slowly oozing to the plate and swimming together with the crunchy vegetables. I lifted my fork and knife, cut a piece of steak with some Yorkshire pudding and dipped in some beef gravy, sniffed the wood fire from the fireplace and slowly enjoyed the meal. The good standard maintained by the KL Smokehouse are echoed by the other branches in Cameron Highlands and Frasiers as well.

Anyway, the Mushroom and Chicken Pie is also one of our favourites here. The pie pastry is not too thin but just thick enough to hide the delicious filling. It's hard to make pastries as tasty as they have done and such generous portions too. This comes with vegetables.

Of course what makes this place famous is the wonderful Afternoon English Tea. Scones here are easily one of the biggest and best in town. It comes accompanied by the so English clotted cream and jam. So sit back and enjoy. If that is not enough, order up some roast beef and tuna sandwiches as well. The Smokehouse has a little garden to can enjoy 'KL air' and an ambience that makes you feel very droll and witty.

Foodster's Verdict

The Smokehouse Restaurant: Kuala Lumpur

                   

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