Upeh @ The Gardens Mall at The Gardens Mall
Location: Lot LG230B, The Gardens Mall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Gardens Mall
The menu likely covers Malaysian dishes with a focus on Malay cooking including nasi dishes, grilled items, curries, and traditional Malay preparations. The restaurant format provides Malay cuisine in the comfortable, air-conditioned setting of The Gardens Mall, making it accessible for those who want traditional Malay food without visiting a roadside stall or warung. The Mid Valley location serves a broad consumer base including families and office workers. The format may include nasi campur (mixed rice) where diners select from a range of dishes, or a la carte options for more structured dining. The Malay cuisine tradition provides rich, aromatic dishes with coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, and turmeric as foundational flavours. The restaurant may also serve traditional Malay kuih and desserts.
A meal costs between RM12 and RM30 per person. The restaurant is busiest during weekday lunch and weekend dinner. The Upeh concept provides Malay heritage dining in a modern setting, making traditional dishes accessible to those who may not have access to quality warung food. The Mid Valley location provides convenient access for the broad Klang Valley consumer market. The Malay cuisine focus provides a distinct identity in the diverse Malaysian dining landscape.
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Upeh @ The Gardens Mall
UPEH Storefront
A storefront with the illuminated sign "UPEH" in large yellow letters against a black background. Below the sign, colorful string lights are draped across a ceiling structure. Various light fixtures, including pendant lights, are visible inside the establishment.
UPEH Restaurant
The exterior of a restaurant called UPEH, with a large illuminated sign above the entrance. Inside, tables and chairs are visible. In the foreground, there are displays of food items wrapped in paper and leaves. A yellow promotional sign for "UPEH LEKOR BAR" is also displayed.
UPEH Restaurant
The exterior of a restaurant called UPEH, with the name prominently displayed in large yellow letters above the entrance. The restaurant appears to be busy with patrons seated at tables both inside and outside the main dining area. The interior features warm lighting and decorative elements.
UPEH Restaurant
The exterior of a restaurant with a large yellow sign that reads "UPEH". The entrance is open, revealing the interior with tables, chairs, and a counter. Several patrons are seated inside, and a staff member in an apron is walking towards the camera. The restaurant appears to be well-lit with decorative pendant lights.
UPEH Restaurant
The exterior of a restaurant with a large yellow sign that reads "UPEH". The entrance is decorated with festive lights and garlands. Inside, diners are seated at tables, and the restaurant appears to be busy.
UPEH Restaurant
The exterior of a restaurant called UPEH, decorated with Malaysian flags. The restaurant has a modern interior with visible seating and lighting. A menu board is displayed outside the entrance.
Nasi Lemak
A plate of Nasi Lemak, a traditional Malaysian dish, is presented. It features fragrant green rice, a piece of crispy fried chicken, a hard-boiled egg, peanuts, anchovies, a side salad of shredded cabbage and carrots, sliced cucumbers, and two small dishes of sambal chili paste.
Strawberry Milkshake
A tall glass filled with a pink strawberry milkshake, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with strawberry syrup. The glass is set against a marble-patterned background.
Teh Tarik
A glass mug filled with teh tarik, a popular Malaysian milk tea. The drink is a light brown color with a frothy top. The mug has a handle and is made of clear glass. The background is a light yellow wooden surface. A pink banner at the bottom left corner reads "Image by foodpanda. For reference only."
Chicken Curry with Roti Jala
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Red Iced Drink with Mint and Chili
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Nasi Kerabu with Fried Chicken
A plate of Nasi Kerabu, a traditional Malaysian rice dish, is served with a piece of fried chicken. The blue-colored rice is topped with shredded coconut and a dollop of green chili paste. Accompanying the rice are fresh bean sprouts, sliced cucumber, a piece of salted egg, and a generous portion of keropok (fish crackers). The fried chicken is coated in a savory sauce.
Congee with Shredded Chicken and Egg
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Fried Fish Cakes with Dipping Sauce
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Fried Rice Platter
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Rice with Side Dishes
A plate of white rice served with a side of sambal, a half salted egg, lettuce, cucumber slices, and long beans.
Thai Iced Tea and Snacks
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Dessert with Rice and Green Cake
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Shrimp and Rice Dish
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Laksa Dish
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Fried Fish Cakes with Chili Sauce
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Fish Curry Rice Plate
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Noodles with Meat and Sauce
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Mixed Rice Dish
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Fried Rice with Chicken and Sauce
A close-up shot of a plate of food, featuring a generous portion of fried rice topped with shredded egg and fresh basil leaves. A piece of golden-brown fried chicken is visible in the foreground. A small bowl of red sauce with lime wedges and herbs is in the background.
Fried Fish Cakes with Dipping Sauce
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Noodles with garnishes
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Nasi Lemak with Salted Egg and Chicken
A close-up shot of a plate of Nasi Lemak, a popular Malaysian dish. The dish features fragrant rice, a dollop of spicy sambal, and pieces of chicken in a creamy sauce. It is garnished with sliced cucumber, bean sprouts, a halved salted egg, and served with crispy crackers.
Restaurant Interior with Patrons
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Sticky Rice Parcels
Two parcels of sticky rice wrapped in banana leaves. The filling appears to be a savory mixture, possibly with shredded meat and spices, topped with grated coconut.
Dessert and Coffee
A green dessert with a scoop of pink sorbet sits in a white dish, surrounded by a creamy sauce. A black cup of coffee with latte art is visible in the background.
Teh Tarik
A tall glass mug filled with a frothy, milky tea beverage, likely Teh Tarik, sits on a wooden table. Some liquid has spilled around the base of the mug. The background is blurred, showing a person in dark clothing and hints of a restaurant or cafe interior.
Restaurant Interior with Diners and Staff
The image shows the interior of a restaurant with several tables and chairs. Two diners, a woman wearing a hijab and a young boy, are seated at a table in the foreground. Staff members are visible in the background, some behind a counter. The decor includes plants, artwork on the walls, and decorative shelving.
Restaurant Counter with Food Display
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Crispy Noodles with Seafood
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Diners at a Food Stall
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UPEH - Transporting Heritage
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UPEH Heritage Game
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Meal with Soup and Omelette
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Noodles with Garnish
A plate of noodles garnished with lettuce, chili slices, and chopped green onions. A small bowl of pickled jalapeño slices is served on the side.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a restaurant with dark wooden floors and white tables and chairs. There are decorative lanterns on the walls and shelves with various items. A counter with a glass display case is visible on the right side of the image.
Interior of a cafe with customers
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