Bistro with a Soul!
Foodies
will be pleased to hang out at Chapters
Urban Bistro for eclectic grub and drinks! Located in Empire Damansara,
Chapters Urban Bistro has been operating for the last 8 months, serving up an
array of comfort food made even better by their cocktail master.
We
adored the bistro the moment we walked in! The smart casual ambiance, flanked
by a large mural of a sultry gal as well as humour-ology food words on the
chalkboard wall oozed with charm. Diners can also opt to dine al fresco at both
front and back of the bistro.
The
outdoor bar and dining area has a rustic industrial mode for much needed casual
relaxation. Head on to the next level of the bistro for a game of pool or
simply some private functions your company. Chapters Urban Bistro seemed to have covered it all with their
plan.
The
kitchen is helmed by Chef Vicneswara Thenamirtham, who when asked what he likes
to eat, replied with anything that relates to comfort food. Hence the menu at
Chapters is a posh mix of cuisines from all over the world, inserted with a few
local dishes as well.
But
before we began any meal, we were told that their cocktail master has prepared
new signature cocktails at Chapters. Our giggle juice were definitely crowd
pleasers with one strong enough to knock some socks off!
Clockwise
from top left: Cub Royale Mocktail
(RM12), Lychee Martini (RM28), Emperor Sirk (RM34) & Jazz Jager (RM28)
Take
on the Emperor Sirk, a bold concoction of gin, Kahlua and Campari finished with
an orange twist that is strong enough to make your day end a lot happier. For
ladies, the Lychee Martini and Jazz Jager are sure hits with their fruity
sweetness.
Tuck
into these glorious Posh Bass Sliders
(RM24) with cocktails or beer. Local crispy sea bass seasoned with generous
spices, slapped between mini buttery brioche buns, greens and basil pine nut
aioli summed up this starter. While this sliders looked ordinary, the flavours
are amazingly awesome. The spices really elevated the sliders deliciously.
The
Moroccan Lamb Meatballs (RM26), made
from scratch, were moist, plump with robust flavours and satisfyingly comfort
food at its best. Served with a dollop of yoghurt and two thick toasted slices
of sourdough bread, this is irresistibly yummy! The spices elevated the whole
dish of meatballs and chunky tomato sauce beautifully.
For
salad fix, opt for the Marinated Mango
& Avocado (RM18) that is not only colorful and pretty at sight but
taste fruity and creamy. Sweet mango flesh, luscious avocado, toasty almond
flakes on a bed of crisp greens and finished with honey lemon vinaigrette, the
salad is light with a healthy goodness.
Chef
Vic takes on a healthy twist for his Grilled
Fish & Chunk Chips (RM34) in honor of the classic fish and chips. By
now, we are in agreement that he masters the balances of spices very well.
Using a blend of Spanish smoked paprika, cumin,, dried mustard and fresh herbs
to spiced up the fish before finishing it on the grill, the fish is cooked
beautifully. It may looked a tad on the dark side but rest assured, the fish
was not burnt but rather smoky and sumptuous. Along with seasoned steak chips and
garlic aioli, this twist is a sure crowd pleaser.
The
Charbroiled Leg of Lamb (RM52)
epitomized a Sunday meat roast with vegetables except this one is jazzed up
with brown butter, rosemary ad some spices. Served with charred brussel sprouts
and crispy crushed potatoes as well as some carrots, the dish makes a
well-balanced meal.
Another
fish dish drool worthy of an order is the Spiced
Grilled Salmon & Pesto Conchiglie (RM36). Pan seared salmon topped with
mango salsa on a bed of nutty and aromatic pesto pasta shells was a match made
in heaven. Another comfort dish that warrants a reorder to cure any blues away…
Hot
from their stone oven, the thin crusty Salmon
& Alfredo Pizza (RM28) was decent and nicely topped with flaked cherry wood
smoked salmon, capers, red onions and wild arugula on warm homemade alfredo
sauce.
There
was only two local dishes on the menu and we cannot help but to order the Mutton Tossed Basmati (RM28). It was
probably the Malaysian soul in us that had us enjoying the robust flavours of
tender mutton braised and cooked with basmathi rice, spices, curry leaves and
more. Finished with cashew nuts, dried raisins, fresh coriander, cucumber raita
and crispy pappadums, the dish is profoundly satisfying.
We
like the fact that the Mamak Mee Goreng
(RM26) came with large prawns and squid to justify its price. Chapter’s
homemade secret mee mamak sauce infused the noodles well. A generous squeeze of
lime worked its magic in boosting this noodle nicely with a hit of tang.
While
the bistro don’t have much dessert choices on their menu, we were pleased with
their housemade Salted Caramel
Cheesecake (RM18). Familiar flavours of sweetness and lusciousness are
elevated by the light addition of salt for a touch of sublime notes.
Reasons
to visit Chapters Urban Bistro? Pub
grub soul food with awesome drinks and a cool ambiance…
CHAPTERS
URBAN BISTRO
G13, Empire Damansara,
Jalan PJU 8/8A,
Damansara Perdana,
47820 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor
Tel: +60 3-7732 9484
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chaptersurbanbistro
Business Hours:
Daily 8am to 12am
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