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Monte's Restaurant and Wine Bar, Bangsar Shopping Center, KL

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I was surfing the net for a place to dine in Bangsar because i know that Bangsar has good food, but which exactly, and i don't frequent Bangsar, which was all the more reason to bring my family for this exploration. One of the lists placed Monte's in the top 10 with good overall review. I looked further in their website and the menu with price listing excited (and prepared) me. I had in mind what i would order (but it wasn't available on our visit). I went to BSC once but never realized the existence of this eatery, tucked at one of the corners. We found our way to the restaurant and was greeted by a friendly waiter. His name is Randy. I made a reservation but i'm sure they do have space for walk in because the space is large. I liked the ambiance of the eatery too. Dark but not too dark that you may accidently knock a table or chair, cushioned chair and pretty decor. I was also impressed by the awards proudly displayed near the entrance- in a way, it raised my bar...

Pigs and Wolf, Pavilion, KL

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It was just in time for dinner when Chappie (some heavy materials but overall an entertaining watch) ended. Undecided on what to have, my friend and i walked back and forth on the top floor, only to realize later that there was an extended floor above the top floor- and it's for restaurants. I did not notice it in my recent visits. Pigs and Wolf caught our attention. Well greeted at the entrance and politely guided to our table outside (but still air-conditioned), i was amused by its grim but comic ambience. Still, i was recovering from not knowing this part of the mall. I flipped open the menu and my eyes went straight for those the 'Wolf approved'. Jhay was our waiter and he kindly recommended some favourites. When he asked if we wanted sky juice, we hesitated, and he added that it was free. Must be my prudent look? I had the Wolf's Favourite (RM29) with Avocado Milkshake (RM16). The spaghetti was creamy and not overwhelming. The bacon slices were the gems of t...