It's the school holidays so why not treat the kids to a few days of fun and laughter at Legoland? While you're at it, you'll probably want to grab a bite nearby too so we've prepared a list of the best places to dine at.
Feast Eco Galleria
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For Pizzas And Gourmet Dining
With a menu that's sure to please both children and adults alike, this hidden gem in Eco Galleria is a great spot to get away from the crowd. We would recommend trying one of their local themed pizzas such as the Laksa Love From Johor (RM32) consisting of laksa sauce and otak otak. For a more traditional approach, try the Beef Pepperoni (RM28) which comes loaded with meaty and cheesy goodness.
H Gourmet
Photo by H Gourmet
For Healthy Food
There's a common misconception that healthy food is usually bland but H Gourmet is here to prove you wrong with their range of sous vide mains such as the Chicken Breast (RM32), Fish (Salmon RM39, Seabass RM35), and Lamb (RM49). We would recommend either the Chicken Breast Roulade which comes in tender bite-sized pieces or the sizeable fresh Seabass fillet. Both dishes come with a side of vegetables and a dash of sauce.
27@cove
Photo by 27@Cove
For Dinner By The Cove
Run by the same folks behind Feast at Eco Galleria, 27@cove which is located in the cove of Puteri Harbour, is a bar/restaurant that takes pride in the preparation of their dishes. In fact, each and every item on their menu is well thought-out and created for the sole purpose of pleasing the palates of their diners.
Start your evening with their Gambas Ajilio (RM29) that is essentially fresh shrimp cooked with a mix of garlic infused olive oil and smoked paprika to give the dish a satisfying combination of spiciness and richness. You'll notice that the shrimps have char marks on them as they are grilled with their shells on.
The spicy Vongole (RM42) is another amazing representation of their quality dishes. This comes with a pan seared seabass and a broth made with fresh clams, leeks and chili, giving it a familiar and satisfying local flavour.
The Banana Leaf Kitchen
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For Traditional Indian Cuisine
If you're into hearty meals, stop by The Banana Leaf Kitchen. It currently holds the title of the number one spot to dine at in Johor on Trip Advisor so you know it's worth the visit.
There, you'll find an all-you-can-eat Indian buffet (priced at RM20+ per adult and RM10+ per child) which runs from 11am to 4pm. We highly recommend going for their chicken and mutton curries that are not too spicy or oily but just right. After 4pm, the restaurant serves an ala carte menu of Thosai, Chapathi, Paratha and Murtabak, as well as other bite-sized snacks including Idli and Vadai.
Hard Rock Cafe (Puteri Harbour)
Photo by Hard Rock Cafe Puteri Harbour
For An All-American Experience
At Hard Rock, it's all about dining like a rockstar. What's more, the menu at the Puteri Harbour branch has a wider selection as compared to their other outlets. At the moment, they have about 20 new items including their legendary Spicy Sambal Burger (RM70) which launched on World Burger Day (28 May). Choose from three levels of spicinessāHottest (take a bite at your own risk), Super-Spicy or Extra-spicy. If you're not game, simply opt for the Regular Sambal Burger instead.
Wash this all down with their selection of drinks such as their Strawberry (RM33) or Passion Fruit (RM38) virgin mojitos which are refreshing and great for extinguishing that fire you just set off in your mouth and belly. For RM55, you can also get a collectible glass that's available for a limited time only.
