Frangipaani

Sometimes mistaken for a reincarnation of Frangipani, a French restaurant in Changkat Bukit Bintang that closed many moons ago, Frangipaani (with two ‘a’s) is where we like to take out-of-towners for Indian fare served in classy surroundings. While on vacation with his wife in Bali, founder Leslie Gomez was taken away by the beauty of the frangipani tree’s white blossoms—frangipaani aims to imbue customers with the same sense of awe that Gomez felt that day. The restaurant’s copper embellishments, warm wooden fixings and romantic lighting are all lovely, but it’s the live pianist at the grand piano that warrants return visits to the romantic restaurant. Must-order dishes include the lamb chops with rogan josh curry and the dal makhani, a slow-cooked stew of whole urad lentils. Every pot of masala tea comes with a side of theatrics—what a feat for the waiters to ‘pull’ the chai from kettle to cup without spilling a single drop!

TATLER TIP

Planning to pop the big question or to enjoy some privacy? Book the table for two on the mini balcony.

SIGNATURE DISHES

1. Pav bhaji sliders

2. Frangipaani’s Butter Chicken

3. House special lamb chops $50-200/PERSON

YES NO $75-100/BOTTLE

Lot M-03, The Republik, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur TEL: 03 2011 0030 facebook.com/pg/frangipaani