Nightlife in Kuala Lumpur
After-dark KL offers an array of exciting nightlife, from sophisticated lounge bars and cocktail joints to raucous karaoke hangouts. Lively neon-lit Bangsar is home to a dazzling succession of expat entertainment venues, including the world-class Guinness and Gaelic vibe at Finnegan's. Clubs like Zouk attract an ultra-chic crowd.
Bars
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1. Frangipani - Bars
Show moreA stalwart in the local bar scene, Frangipani has upkept its position as the key nighttime spot for the city's well-heeled partygoers for years now. Whilst the lower floor houses a top French fine-dining restaurant, the glamorous bar upstairs is where all beautiful people head towards to see and be seen. The scene here is especially vibrant every Friday, the unofficial gay night.
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Sun, Tue-Thur 6pm-12am; Fri-Sat 6pm-3am
Address
25 Jalan Changkat Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Telephone
+6 (0) 321-443-001
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2. Backyard Pub - Bars
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The Malaysian owner of Backyard Pub, a lively watering hole once frequented pubs in England. Today, his Aussie-style bar is every inch the neighbourhood local, complete with darts, TV, pool and fruit machines. Look out for live acts nightly.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
26/28, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, Kuala Lumpur 50480
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 6201 0318
Transport
Taxi
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3. Finnegan's - Bars
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Malaysia's first Irish pub, Finnegan's was shipped over in pieces from Ireland and assembled here to the delight of those looking for a pint of Guinness. Join in pub quizzes, pool tournaments or just sing along to the live music.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
70, Jalan 27/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur 50480
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2300 0538
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4. Uncle Chilli's - Bars
Show moreA lively expat crowd frequent Uncle Chilli's in the Hilton Petaling Jaya hotel. Located in the Petaling Jaya district, there's a party atmosphere and live bands to keep the regulars entertained. An adjoining cigar lounge attracts a more relaxed crowd.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur 46200
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 7955 9122
Clubs
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5. Zouk - Clubs
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Choose a room to suit your mood at multi-level super club Zouk, with flashy plasma screens and banks of LEDs in the main room, and plush fabrics in the grown-up Velvet Underground. Resident DJs play retro, house and techno.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
113, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 50450
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2171 1997
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6. Vertigo - Clubs
Show moreJoin the party high above the ground against the glittering backdrop of the KL skyline at Vertigo. The breezy open-air entrance invites clubbers in and, once inside, they can choose between two separate rooms. Dance to R&B and house tunes on an LED dance floor in Nero, or sip cocktails in glamorous, corporate Bianco.
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Rooftop, The Gardens, Mid Valley, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Telephone
+6 013-351-5359
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7. Aloha - Clubs
Show moreThe Aloha super-club in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle covers three floors with its Hawaiian-themed bars and lounges. Different rooms offer everything from Eighties rock to R&B, and you can admire the illuminated Petronas Towers from the garden.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Lot 924, Jalan P Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur 50450
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2711 7266
Transport
Bukit Nanos or Raja Chulan monorail stations
Entertainment
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8. The Beach Club Café - Entertainment
Show moreThe Beach Club Café is loud, raunchy and great fun. Locals and expats dance to everything from R&B DJs to live rock & roll. Look out for the two-foot shark in his tank behind the bar. Apparently he loves the music.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
97, Jalam P Radlee, Kuala Lumpur 50250
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2166 9919
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9. Club de Vegas - Entertainment
Show moreThe very best in modern karaoke technology is at plush Club de Vegas in Imbi. There's a fantastic drinks menu offering brandy, bourbon, beer and fine wines to a noisy crowd of local karaoke fanatics.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
3, Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur 55100
Telephone
+60 (0) 3 2141 3888
