Central Market or Pasar Seni it is popularly called is a traditional market that originated as a trading hub around 1880. Central Market is located in Jamek Masjid India which had a cluster of businesses in the early years of Kuala Lumpur City. This place was a central meeting point for traders from China, the Arab World, and Indian Sub-continent. 

Kuala Lumpur is an interesting mix of modern and traditional restaurants catering to international as well as diverse ethnic populations. During my various visits to Kuala Lumpur, I have explored some very interesting restaurants at all price ranges. An interesting fact about Kuala Lumpur is that food is quite cheap compared to other international cities.

Most shopping malls have food courts where you can find local food at very affordable rates. Some of the 5 and 4-star hotels have a variety of restaurants offering international and fusion food. Here is a list of some interesting restaurants I explored during my various trips to Kuala Lumpur. I have picked a mix of traditional and modern restaurants with a mix of Malaysian/Indian/Chinese Cuisine. 

If you want to enjoy the charm and glory of colonial Kuala Lumpur, Precious Old China is an interesting restaurant nicely tucked away on the first floor of historical Central Market in Kuala Lumpur. The ambience is great and decor immediately transforms into a different era with dark coloured furniture and dimly lit interior. Different sections of the restaurant are decorated to reflect cultural motifs and designs of 1950's Chinese restaurants. The restaurant is spacious enough to accommodate over 100 guests. 

Sek Yuen is an interesting find in Kuala Lumpur and was recommended to me by the owner of Restoran Yut Kee. Sek Yuen prides itself on being one of the few oldest Chinese restaurants serving Kuala Lumpur foodies for over 75 years. The restaurant specializes in serving crispy skin duck cooked over a wood-fired stove in a traditional Chinese style.