Chakri Raintree Skybar @ Hartamas : Awesome-licious Thai Cuisine

It has been awhile since we are in Chakri and since I am craving for some Thai Food, I decided to visit Chakri Raintree Skybar which is located at Hartamas. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and they are famed and bringing you with their award winning- Muslim Friendly Delights.

With their expertise in Thai Cuisine, Chakri promises an exceptional dining experience, blending traditional Thai recipes with contemporary techniques, all meticulously prepared with the freshest ingredients and without preservatives. With experienced Thai chefs at the helm, Chakri Raintree Skybar delivers a memorable feast that truly honors its mission of authenticity and quality.

Before delving into the culinary details, it’s essential to highlight the serene and picturesque views from Chakri Raintree Skybar. The calm and beautiful ambiance provides a perfect backdrop, enhancing the exquisite dining experience. This tranquil setting makes Chakri Palace an ideal spot for both relaxation and indulgence, allowing diners to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The view is stunning bringing you with the palace view and the Mont Kiara view.

Flipping their menu, we nearly want to order everything in its menu as every dish is so tempting and delicious.

Miengkam Scallops

We began with the Miengkam Scallops, fresh and succulent, beautifully complemented by traditional Miengkam toppings like roasted coconut, peanuts, lime, and chili. Each bite offered a harmonious explosion of flavors, setting a high standard for the rest of our meal.

Thai Fish Cakes

The Thai Fish Cakes followed, delightfully chewy with a perfect blend of spices, served with a tangy dipping sauce that balanced texture and taste beautifully.

Thai Mango Salad with Catfish

The Thai Mango Salad with Catfish provided a refreshing combination of shredded green mango and crispy catfish, offering a symphony of tangy, sweet, and savory notes with the catfish adding a satisfying crunch.

The Pomelo Seafood Salad

The Pomelo Seafood Salad was another vibrant dish, featuring juicy pomelo segments mixed with a medley of fresh seafood. This created a refreshing and light dish, perfect for cleansing the palate between richer courses.

Pandan Chicken

We also have their signature Pandan Chicken was fragrant and juicy, wrapped in pandan leaves and deep fried till perfection. The aromatic taste and flavourful bites of the pandan chicken is sinfully good and addictive.

Being in Thai Restaurant, it is a must to have their tomyam. And this time, we enjoyed both of their tomyam selection which is the red and clear tomyam.

King Prawn Tom Yum in Coconut

King Prawn Tom Yum in Coconut stood out as an absolute favorite, with its spicy and sour tom yum broth served in a coconut, featuring robust and sweet king prawns.

King Prawn Tom Yum Clear in Coconut

Alternatively, the King Prawn Tom Yum Clear in Coconut was a masterful blend of tangy and spicy, aromatic with the fresh scents of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal. Served in a coconut, it added a subtle sweetness and an exotic presentation that elevated the dining experience.

Green Curry Crab with Mee Hoon and Fried Kangkung

The Green Curry Crab with Mee Hoon and Fried Kangkung was a rich and aromatic delight, with creamy, perfectly spiced curry and tender crab paired with mee hoon and crispy fried kangkung.

The King Prawn Petai with Belacan Sauce

The King Prawn Petai with Belacan Sauce combined bold flavors with king prawns and petai beans cooked in a pungent and flavorful belacan sauce, ideal for those who enjoy strong, umami flavors.

Soft Shell Crab with Yellow Egg Curry Sauce

For a richer flavor profile, the Soft Shell Crab with Yellow Egg Curry Sauce was cooked to perfection, enveloped in a creamy yellow egg curry sauce that offered a delightful blend of textures and flavors.

The Roasted Duck with Coffee Sauce

The Roasted Duck with Coffee Sauce was intriguing and well-executed, with tender duck and a unique coffee sauce that added subtle bitterness and depth.

Angus Striploin with Red Wine Sauce

For a slight departure from traditional Thai flavors, the Angus Striploin with Red Wine Sauce offered a beautifully cooked striploin paired with a rich red wine sauce, luxurious and satisfying.

The Seabass Steamed with Lime Chili

The Seabass Steamed with Lime Chili was incredibly fresh and steamed to perfection, with a zesty and spicy lime chili sauce enhancing the delicate flavor of the fish.

The Asparagus Scallops

The Asparagus Scallops featured tender asparagus and perfectly seared scallops, lightly seasoned to let the natural flavors shine in a simple yet elegant dish.

Pad Thai with King Prawn

Neverless, Pad Thai with King Prawn is another dish to go for. It comes with the perfectly cooked noodles, crunchy peanuts, and succulent king prawns, providing a comforting and familiar dish done exceptionally well.

Pineapple Fried Rice

The Pineapple Fried Rice was another highlight, served in a hollowed-out pineapple that not only added visual appeal but also infused the rice with a sweet, tangy flavor. The rice was perfectly cooked, mixed with chunks of juicy pineapple, cashews, raisins, and vegetables, creating a delightful blend of sweet and savory tastes that made it a crowd favorite.

Mango Sticky Rice

We concluded our meal with the delightful Mango Sticky Rice, featuring perfectly cooked sticky rice and sweet, juicy mango slices, making for a classic Thai dessert that did not disappoint.

Red Ruby Water Chestnuts

The Red Ruby Water Chestnuts offered a refreshing end, with crunchy water chestnuts encased in a sweet coating, served in a chilled coconut milk soup, providing a perfect balance to the rich flavors of our meal.

Chakri Raintree Skybar truly delivers on its promise of providing an exceptional Thai dining experience. The restaurant’s commitment to using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes, combined with the skill and creativity of its chefs, results in dishes that are both authentic and innovative.

If you are in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, you can hop to their another outlet which is located in Suria KLCC by the name of Chakri Palace where they are serving the same menu too.