Cozy dining setting at DC. by Darren Chin in Kuala Lumpur, featuring a Christmas tree.

DC. by Darren Chin Kuala Lumpur

DC. by Darren Chin sits on Persiaran Zaaba in Taman Tun Dr Ismail. It holds a Michelin star and carries an Excellence Award from Wine Spectator.

The dining room runs smart, serving a modern, creative menu that leans into technical precision. While city-centre restaurants often trade on the proximity to Taman Eko-Rimba or the convenience of 1 Utama, this venue ignores the frenetic pace of those landmarks entirely. It is a quieter proposition that values the craft of the kitchen over the standard expectations of high-traffic areas. If the city's main corridors feel like a revolving door, this house is the deliberate alternative.

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Cuisine

DC. by Darren Chin FAQ

DC. by Darren Chin serves modern, creative, and contemporary cuisine. As a fine dining establishment, it sits at a higher price point than many local options, offering a structured menu that reflects its contemporary approach to cooking in a formal setting.

The room runs smart and elegant. Guests choose attire that reflects this register, which aligns with the formal nature of the dining room.

DC. by Darren Chin is on Persiaran Zaaba in Taman Tun Dr Ismail. It is a distance away from both Taman Eko-Rimba KL and 1 Utama Shopping Centre.

Yes, DC. by Darren Chin holds one Michelin star from the 2025 Michelin Guide and received an Excellence Award from Wine Spectator in 2024.

To book DC. by Darren Chin, simply provide Alotea with your preferred date, party size, and any occasion notes. Alotea works the venue’s own booking route and comes back with a confirmed answer regarding the availability of your request.

Opening Hours

Sunday

18:00 - 23:00

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

18:00 - 23:00

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

18:00 - 23:00

Friday

18:00 - 23:00

Saturday

18:00 - 23:00

Location

44, Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Nearby

Taman Eko-Rimba KL3.5 km
1 Utama Shopping Centre4.5 km

Additional Information

Name

DC. by Darren Chin Kuala Lumpur

Establishment Type

Restaurant

Cuisine Type

Modern, Creative, Contemporary, Fusion

Dress Code

Smart and Elegant

Price Range

$$$

Address

44, Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

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