The heli lounge bar is quite a unique concept really, a helipad by day and a party hot spot after evenings. And it does impress on every count.
Located on the 34th floor of the Menara K.H building, the lounge has indoor seating with a modern and chic decor. Airplane components are integrated into the design and some of the walls have large glass panels which provide a good view of the city.
A staircase takes you 2 floors higher and suddenly you are on to the helipad. The first thing that strikes you is the fact that it's completely open on all sides and not enclosed by any grills/fence. So you'll need to watch your step. However within seconds of coming on top, the staff will come by and tell you to stick within the yellow lines marked out as the danger zone.
Many movable tables and chairs were laid out all over the helipad and several other guests were standing and having a chat or looking at the panoramic view over Kuala Lumpur.
In order to go to the helipad, one has to order and pay for the drinks downstairs, subsequently though you will be served on the rooftop.
We were there by sunset which is a great time to be here, and after standing for about 45 mins, we managed to get a table just as the sun was setting. The top half of petronas towers can be seen quite clearly from here as also the Menara K.L tower.
Though seating is not too comfortable, it's not bad either. We ordered for some beers and cocktails apart from some delicious potato wedges, perfectly done and served with a nice mayo dip and ketchup.
The tiger draught beer was refreshing and the cocktails were mixed very well.
The waiting staff does a remarkable job considering about 4-5 of them had to look over more than a hundred guests, the service was not slack. After 7.30, we had a live band come over to perform and it was a fusion band with tabla, violins, guitars, key board and a great vocal singer. The performance was simply marvelous, and we were in full groove with our drinks and the soothing music.
At 9 we were informed that we will need to buy a full bottle of liquor to continue on top, else we would need to move downstairs. This was very sad, even though we understand the management's desire to make money from it, but we were very disappointed.
Once back down, we had a lamb burger before finally moving out of here. The burger was small but juicy and the bun was soft, it tasted quite good.
The pricing is on the higher side, but then the place is not a run off the mill either, so needs to be reserved for those special occasions.
They have a dress code implying smart casuals which means no shorts and no slippers for men, but we saw those being flouted, so it's as per the management's discretion i suppose.
To sum up, i'd say a phenomenal place with good food and cocktails, decent service and slightly pricey.
Rating - 4.5/5
A staircase takes you 2 floors higher and suddenly you are on to the helipad. The first thing that strikes you is the fact that it's completely open on all sides and not enclosed by any grills/fence. So you'll need to watch your step. However within seconds of coming on top, the staff will come by and tell you to stick within the yellow lines marked out as the danger zone.
Many movable tables and chairs were laid out all over the helipad and several other guests were standing and having a chat or looking at the panoramic view over Kuala Lumpur.
In order to go to the helipad, one has to order and pay for the drinks downstairs, subsequently though you will be served on the rooftop.
We were there by sunset which is a great time to be here, and after standing for about 45 mins, we managed to get a table just as the sun was setting. The top half of petronas towers can be seen quite clearly from here as also the Menara K.L tower.
Though seating is not too comfortable, it's not bad either. We ordered for some beers and cocktails apart from some delicious potato wedges, perfectly done and served with a nice mayo dip and ketchup.
The tiger draught beer was refreshing and the cocktails were mixed very well.
The waiting staff does a remarkable job considering about 4-5 of them had to look over more than a hundred guests, the service was not slack. After 7.30, we had a live band come over to perform and it was a fusion band with tabla, violins, guitars, key board and a great vocal singer. The performance was simply marvelous, and we were in full groove with our drinks and the soothing music.
At 9 we were informed that we will need to buy a full bottle of liquor to continue on top, else we would need to move downstairs. This was very sad, even though we understand the management's desire to make money from it, but we were very disappointed.
Once back down, we had a lamb burger before finally moving out of here. The burger was small but juicy and the bun was soft, it tasted quite good.
The pricing is on the higher side, but then the place is not a run off the mill either, so needs to be reserved for those special occasions.
They have a dress code implying smart casuals which means no shorts and no slippers for men, but we saw those being flouted, so it's as per the management's discretion i suppose.
To sum up, i'd say a phenomenal place with good food and cocktails, decent service and slightly pricey.
Rating - 4.5/5
Sounds like an amazing place. Would certainly visit when I am there in KL next time!
ReplyDeleteManagement can't expect all men to wear pants and jeans or without slippers up to the helipad. Lets get back to reality, this is Malaysia, where the weather is either hot and rains all year round. There is no such thing as a gust of cool breeze, more like a gust of humidity! Let the patrons be comfortable with what they wear as long they dont show up naked!
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