Gavel

Kuala Lumpur


Perceiving a gap in the market, English owner Paul James opened this bar dedicated to craft beer. Choose from over 30 beers sourced from Japan, the US, Canada, Scotland, Australia and Ireland. Global eats include burgers, a pie of the day, southern fried chicken and BLTs (mains RM15–28). Regulars enjoy the Sunday roast lunch (RM60) and Friday fish and chips (RM28).


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