Some meals are unforgettable not because of what’s on your plate — but because of who’s around the table.
At Bijan Bar & Restaurant, the season of reflection and togetherness is celebrated the way it always should be: berhidang, with dishes placed at the centre, hands reaching out, conversations flowing and memories quietly being made. Introducing Makan Berhidang, a limited-time dining experience that brings back the beauty of traditional Malay communal meals — refined, balanced and deeply nostalgic.
This isn’t about individual portions or plated perfection. It’s about sharing, just like how Malay families have gathered after a day of fasting for generations.
The Art of Berhidang: One Table, Many Stories
Designed for four persons, each Makan Berhidang set is served as a complete communal spread — encouraging diners to eat together, slow down, and reconnect. It reflects the essence of Malay dining, where balance and togetherness matter more than excess, and every dish has its place at the table.
At Bijan, berhidang is not a trend — it’s tradition, thoughtfully preserved.
The Four Pillars of a Perfect Malay Meal
At the heart of Makan Berhidang lies a timeless dining philosophy built around four essential elements:
- Dry
- Wet
- Spicy
- Fresh
When these elements come together, the meal feels complete — never overwhelming, never one-note. Rich gravies are meant to be enjoyed with rice, spice is softened by fresh kerabu, and indulgent dishes are balanced by lighter, cleansing flavours. Nothing dominates. Everything complements.
This harmony has long defined Bijan’s approach to Malay cuisine — respectful of tradition, yet beautifully refined.
A Kuala Lumpur Institution for Over 20 Years
Located along Jalan Ceylon, Bijan has spent more than two decades championing authentic Malay flavours within an elegant dining setting. It’s where heritage meets hospitality, and where traditional recipes are given the space to shine — without losing their soul.
“With Makan Berhidang, we wanted to return to a way of dining that feels complete without being excessive, where the table is meant to be shared and the food naturally finds its balance,”
shared a representative from Bijan.
Three Makan Berhidang Set Menus to Choose From
Available 20 February to 20 March 2026, daily from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Bijan presents three berhidang-style set menus, each curated for four persons.
🌿 Santapan Kenduri Bijan | RM390++
A comforting, family-style spread featuring:
- Classic Malay appetisers
- Laksam
- Grilled meats
- Rich gulai and sambal-based dishes
- Fresh kerabu
- Choice of rice
- Traditional Malay desserts
🌾 Santapan Warisan Bijan | RM590++
A tribute to heritage flavours, featuring:
- Sup kambing
- Grilled seabass with traditional condiments
- Slow-cooked meats
- Masak lemak
- Fresh greens
- Rice
- Classic desserts
👑 Santapan Istana Bijan | RM790++
A refined, celebratory experience featuring:
- Sup ekor
- Wagyu grill
- Premium seafood
- Masak lemak udang galah
- Sambal-led dishes
- Fresh elements
- Rice
- An elevated dessert selection
Early Bird Privileges for Advance Bookings
Make your reservations early and enjoy exclusive early bird rates for bookings made between 10–19 February 2026:
- Santapan Kenduri Bijan – RM360++
- Santapan Warisan Bijan – RM560++
- Santapan Istana Bijan – RM760++
Each set is designed for four persons and served in true berhidang style.
More Than a Meal, It’s a Moment
Makan Berhidang at Bijan is a gentle reminder that the most meaningful meals are never eaten alone. They’re shared, talked over, laughed through — and remembered long after the last spoon of rice.
If you’re looking to gather, reconnect and savour tradition the way it was meant to be enjoyed, Bijan’s Makan Berhidang is where your table should be.
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