Complete Guide To Food Republic: Budget-Friendly Halal Food Court In Pavilion KL

The main entrance of Food Republic Pavilion KL, located in Gourmet Emporium on Level 1

Food Republic is a Halal-certified food court located in Level 1 of the Pavilion Kuala Lumpur shopping mall, featuring affordable Malaysian hawker fare and Asian street food.

Chefs preparing the dishes on the grill in full view of customers at Teppanyaki Food Republic Pavilion KL — Teppanyaki

Reputable hawkers and vendors are hand-picked to ensure every dish is a true representation of Asia’s rich food culture and traditions.

This is one of the best food courts in Bukit Bintang.

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Complete Guide To Food Republic: Budget-Friendly Halal Food Court In Pavilion KL

Asian Street Food, Malaysian Hawkers & Desserts

Chef preparing Nasi Kerabu at Nasi Lemak & Lontong, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Nasi Lemak & Lontong

Whether you’re craving nasi lemak, chilli pan mee, teppanyaki, bibimbap, tom yum, Arabic shawarma, Japanese curry rice, Korean BBQ or Western food like burgers and pasta, there’s something here for every taste and budget.

Open kitchen concept, where the chef prepares dishes in full view of customers, Teppanyaki At Food Republic, Gourmet Emporium, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur — Teppanyaki

The open kitchen concept lets you witness the culinary artistry of dedicated hawkers firsthand as they prepare dishes using traditional techniques with passion and skill.

Hand-pulled noodles, made in traditional techniques, being prepared at Mee Tarik, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Mee Tarik

Savour your meal in a clean, air-conditioned, and spacious seating area and soak in the bustling atmosphere.

Food Republic Pavilion KL Directory 2025

Melayu & Padang, a Nusantara food stall in Food Republic, Pavilion KL — Melayu & Padang

This food court features established, hawker and street food vendors serving breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner.

Marshmallow Neslo and Neslo Dinosaur, available at Hot & Cold, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Hot & Cold

Expect everything from pastries and desserts to snacks and full meals, with frequent promotions, tourist discounts, set menus and combo deals.

Here is the complete Food Republic Pavilion KL Directory (2025):

Beverage, Desserts & Pastries
- Fruit Juice
- Tea & Yeast
- Toast Junction
- Hot & Cold
Malaysian Cuisine
- Little Wok
- Yong Tau Foo
- JJ Chili Pan Mee
- Nasi Kandar
- Organic Vegetarian
- Penang Signature
- Mee Tarik
- Chicken Rice
- Hot Plate
- Tong Roast
- Peppery Rice
Nusantara Cuisine
- Melayu & Padang
- Nasi Lemak & Lontong
- Ayam Penyet (Indonesian)
Eastern Cuisine
- The Seoul (Korean)
- Teppan-Yaky (Japanese)
- Mon Chinese Roti (Chinese)
- Rama9 (Thai)
- Ken-Chan Curry (Japanese)
Indian, Middle Eastern & Western
- BBQ Nights (Indian)
- Dubai (Arabic)
- Wild Basil (Western Cuisine)
- Marrakech (Arabic)

What To Eat In Food Republic: Best Food Options & Highlights

Claypot Tomyam, a signature dish at Hot Plate, Food Republic, Pavilion KL — Claypot Tomyam at Hot Plate

Food Republic Pavilion KL brings together some of the most iconic Asian street food under one roof.

Grilled Chicken Shish Tawook skewers, featuring marinated chicken cubes with a golden-brown char, available at BBQ Nights, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Chicken Shish Tawook at BBQ Nights

Explore local favourites like tandoori chicken, roasted duck, tom yum, bibimbap, ayam penyet, and freshly pulled mee tarik.

Penang Rojak at Penang Signature, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Penang Rojak at Penang Signature

From sizzling teppanyaki and chilli pan mee to nasi kandar, nasi lemak, and Japanese curry rice, here are the best food options and popular dishes to try across the diverse stalls at Food Republic Pavilion KL.

Ayam Penyet: Ayam Penyet (Smashed Fried Chicken), Spicy Sambal Belacan.

Ayam Penyet, a traditional Indonesian dish, available at the Ayam Penyet stalll at Food Republic Pavilion KL — Ayam Penyet

BBQ Nights: Garlic Naan, Palak Paneer, Shahi Lamb Tikka, Chicken Masala Biryani.

Chicken Karahi or Kadai Chicken, a tradition Indian dish, available at BBQ Nights, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Chicken Karahi at BBQ Nights

Chicken Rice: BBQ Chicken Rice, Hainanese Chicken Rice, Roasted Chicken Rice.

BBQ & Roasted Chicken Rice at Food Republic Pavilion KL — BBQ & Roasted Chicken Rice

Dubai: Kunafa Cheese, Baklava, Nasi Mandi, Nasi Briyani, Arabian Shawarma.

Arabian desserts on display at Dubai, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Arabian Desserts at Dubai

Hot Plate: Claypot Tomyam, Grilled Pari & Sotong Set, Mushroom Chicken Yee Mee.

Claypot Chicken Rice, a signature dish at Hot Plate, Food republic Pavilion KL — Claypot Chicken Rice at Hot Plate

JJ Chili Pan Mee: Signature Chili Pan Mee (dry/soup), Spicy Crispy Chicken Pan Mee.

Signature Chili Pan Mee at JJ Chili Pan Mee, Food Republic, Pavilion KL — Signature Chili Pan Mee at JJ Chili Pan Mee

Ken-Chan Curry: Signature Beef Cutlet, Buttermilk Chicken Cutlet, Omelette Curry Rice, Chicken Karaage Ramen.

Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice at Ken Chan, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice at Ken Chan

Little Wok: Crispy Chicken Rice, Dry Chilli Beef Rice, Cantonese Kueh Teow, Hokkien Mee.

Char Kuey Teow at Little Wok, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Char Kuey Teow at Little Wok

Marrakech: Shish Kebab, Lamb Tagine, Kabsa Chicken, Hummus.

Chicken Tagine & Zurbian Rice at Marrakech, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Chicken Tagine & Zurbian Rice at Marrakech

Mee Tarik: Lamb Dumplings, Braised Beef Brisket La Mian, Sichuan Mala Dan Dan Noodle Chicken.

Bowl of Sichuan Mala Dan Dan Noodle Chicken with spicy red sauce, minced chicken, and green onions, available at Mee Tarik, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Sichuan Mala Dan Dan Noodle Chicken at Mee Tarik

Melayu & Padang: Nasi Padang, Ayam Masak Lemak, Beef Rendang, Ikan Kembung Bakar.

Nasi Campur at Melayu & Padang, a Nusantara cuisine stall at Food Republic, Pavilion KL — Nasi Campur at Melayu & Padang

Mon Chinese Roti: Chinese Chicken Roti, Chinese Beef Roti.

Nasi Kandar: Authentic Nasi Kandar, Nasi Goreng With Chicken, Prawn Curry.

Mee Goreng With Fried Chicken, a Malaysian favourite street food, available at Nasi Kandar, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Mee Goreng With Fried Chicken at Nasi Kandar

Nasi Lemak & Lontong: Nasi Lemak Ayam Berempah, Nasi Lemak Lamb Shank.

Various Nusantara dishes at Nasi Lemak & Lontong

Organic Vegetarian: Claypot Herbal Hericium Mushroom, Hokkien Mee, Superfood Lei Cha.

Various vegan dishes at Organic Vegetarian, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Various dishes at Organic Vegetarian

Peppery Rice: Chicken Pepper Rice, Beef Pepper Rice, Black Pepper Rib Eye Steak.

Chicken Pepper Rice Peppery Rice Food Republic Pavilion KL — Chicken Pepper Rice at Peppery Rice

Penang Signature: Penang Char Kway Teow, Assam Laksa, Hokkien Mee.

Penang Laksa at Penang Signature, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Curry Laksa at Penang Signature

Rama9: Pad Thai With Prawn, Tom Yum, Green Curry Chicken, Pattaya Fried Rice.

Pad Thai with prawns at Rama9, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Pad Thai with Prawns at Rama9 (Thai Cuisine)

Tea & Yeast: Signature Toasts, Hainanese Kopi & Teh, Local Pastries.

Various pastries on display at Tea & Yeast, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Various pastries on display at Tea & Yeast

Teppan-Yaky: Teppanyaki Sets (Meat/Seafood), Chilli Garlic Beef Set.

Teppanyaki Set at Teppanyaki, Food Republic, Pavilion KL — Chicken Teppanyaki Set at Teppanyaki

The Seoul: Korean Bibimbap, Korean BBQ, Spicy Dak Galbisal, Tteokbokki.

Bibimbap at The Seoul (Korean Cuisine), Food Republic, Pavilion KL — Bibimbap at The Seoul (Korean Cuisine)

Tong Roast: Roasted Duck, Roasted Chicken, BBQ Chicken.

Roasted Duck Rice, a signature dish at Tong Roast, Food Republic Pavilion KL — Roasted Duck Rice at Tong Roast

Wild Basil: Pasta Carbonara, Spaghetti Seafood Aglio Olio, Grilled Lamb Chop.

Crispy Chicken Chop Wild Basil, a western food stall in Food Republic Pavilion KL — Crispy Chicken Chop at Wild Basil (Western Cuisine)

Yong Tau Foo: Assorted Yong Tau Foo (clear soup/dry).

Yong Tau Foo stall at Food Republic Pavilion KL — Yong Tau Foo

Halal Certification: Is Food Republic Pavilion KL Halal?

Yes, Food Republic Pavilion KL is a fully Halal-certified food court, as well as every stall and their respective ingredient suppliers.

The Halal status is certified by the Halal Management Division of JAKIM (Department of Islamic Development Malaysia), ensuring full compliance with Islamic dietary laws.

Pork and alcohol are strictly prohibited within the food court premises, making it a safe and trusted Muslim-friendly dining destination.

Location, Opening Hours, Ambience & Prices

Location: Gourmet Emporium, Level 1 of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang
Opening Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, serving breakfast, lunch, tea-time, and dinner.
Ambiance: A clean, air-conditioned, and bustling food court with a spacious seating area, ideal for families, casual meetups, or tourists taking a break from shopping.
Price Range: Meals typically range from RM10 to RM40, with frequent promotions, tourist discounts, set menus and combo deals.