We hit the jackpot last week when Mauj—Bangsar’s shiny new eatery—invited us for a food tasting session. The owner, clearly a mind-reader (or just someone who’s seen one too many food critics cry into an oversized portion), had the kitchen whip up dainty sample-sized dishes, which means we got to try more variety of dishes, with less commitment. If only more restaurants adopted this genius approach, we’d all be happier (and slightly less stuffed). You can already tell from their thoughtfulness just how amazing is their service.
On the food –
Creamy Curry Croquettes RM24
Pollo Pops RM 26
IFC ( Indian Fried Chicken ) RM26
Calameres Fritos RM34
Gambas Al Ajilo RM49
Remember, the portion from the picture shown are sample-sized-portions, NOT their regular portion.
We were utterly smitten by their seafood—so fresh we half-expected it to introduce itself. The Gambas Al Ajillo was the star – plump, juicy tiger prawns lounging in a posh bath of olive oil, red onion, and coriander. Here’s hoping they keep this up, because if standards slip, we’ll be staging a very polite but firm protest outside with a sign that reads, “Bring Back the Good Prawns.”
Guntur Chili & Cheese Uthappam RM21
If you asked me today—Western pancakes or Indian-style?—I’d choose this glorious Guntur Chili & Cheese Uthappam in a heartbeat. Fluffy, light, and with just the right kick, it’s a dream paired with coconut chutney. Funny how life works—just one meal ago, I didn’t even know this dish existed, and now I’m ready to write it into my will. Where have you been all my life?”
Burnt Garlic Fried Rice – RM 29
So charred, so much wok-hey, so good that I feel Uncle Roger should take note of this glorious dish, highly recommended, folks !
Mutton Chettnad Roast RM19
Boneless mutton, spice-roasted and tangled up with pickled onions and black pepper, all bundled into a corn tortilla. The meat leans sweet (in a ‘surprisingly good, actually’ way), making it a solid 8/10.
House Acapulco Pizza – RM 39
Pizza with Green pepper, onion, green chilli, tomato with creamy cheese, garlic, arugula and olive oil. Its like taking a quick ride around the world in this restaurant, from indian, chinese, spanish and now mexican flavour. A tad too spicy for my taste bud, but good thing is that you can always request to tone down the spicy level.
We saw the Paneer cheese chilly pizza on the menu that captured our interest, will be back soon to try it out !
Tiramisu RM19
Tiramisu for the sweet ending. (Yes, I’m a sucker for a dainty flower on top). Because why just serve dessert when you can present it?
Fabulous feast with more cocktails—because a happy belly means a happy life!
We’ll absolutely be popping back soon to work our way through the rest of their menu—can’t wait!
Mauj Bangsar ( Address)
No. 21-G (Ground Floor, Jalan Telawi 2,
Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
