BREAKING fast during Ramadan is never just about food. It’s about the comfort of familiar flavours, the joy of sharing a table and the quiet satisfaction of a meal that feels like home.
At Fennel & Co. in Kenny Hills, this year’s “Ramadhan Stories at Fennel & Co.” buffet captures all of that — a spread that is generous, thoughtfuln and surprisingly affordable for its upscale setting.
Tucked within the lush Bukit Tunku neighbourhood, the restaurant offers a Ramadan buffet that balances indulgence with practicality. Early bird reservations are priced at RM99 per adult (before tax and service charge), RM59 for children aged six to 12, and free for those under six. For a buffet in one of Kuala Lumpur’s premium enclaves, the price is more than reasonable.
But it’s not just the price that draws diners back — it’s the variety. And trust me, you’ll be making at least three or four rounds to the buffet line.
A spread that celebrates Malay flavours
The buffet leans heavily into traditional Malay comfort food, and it does so with confidence. The lauk-lauk Melayu section immediately draws you in with its aroma and colour.
Highlights include asam pedas barramundi, kerabu daging salai, dalcha, masak lemak cili api with telur itik and sambal paru, all served alongside fragrant nasi minyak diraja.
What stands out is that unmistakable “home-cooked” quality. The spices are balanced, never overpowering, and the dishes carry that comforting, hand-touched flavour often missing in buffet spreads. It genuinely feels like the kind of food you’d happily eat at a family Raya gathering.
Live stations that keep things exciting
For diners who love watching their food prepared fresh, several live stations add energy to the experience.
The roast carving station is particularly impressive. Juicy lamb and chicken are sliced to order and served with roasted vegetables and thyme sauce — tender enough that you’ll almost certainly return for seconds.
Another favourite is the noodle station, offering comforting bowls of soto and noodles. Small bowls are a clever touch: they let you savour the dish without filling up too quickly, leaving room to explore the rest of the buffet. The same thoughtful approach applies to the bubur lambuk, encouraging guests to sample everything without waste.
A little international flair
While grounded in traditional flavours, the buffet sneaks in modern touches.
One standout is the lasagne — creamy, rich, baked just right, and surprisingly addictive. Another is the pie tee: delicate, crispy shells filled with savoury vegetables, designed to pop in your mouth in one bite. Free flow means it’s easy to lose count — a delicious hazard I certainly succumbed to.
Sweet endings worth saving space for
If you leave room for dessert, you’ll be rewarded.
The ice kacang station is a must-try — the perfect cooling finish after sampling richer dishes. Overall, the desserts strike a balance: sweet enough to feel indulgent, but never overwhelmingly sugary.
Simple but perfect beverages
Sometimes less is more, and Fennel & Co.’s beverage station proves it. Instead of dozens of choices, diners can pick from iced lemon tea, sirap bandung, teh tarik, coffee, or water — exactly the drinks most people crave at Iftar. Thoughtfully curated, not needlessly elaborate.
A comfortable space for everyone
The restaurant itself is spacious and welcoming, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Families with young children may prefer the cool indoor comfort, while groups of friends might enjoy the relaxed outdoor setting as the evening air settles in after sunset. The layout perfectly suits the communal spirit of Ramadan gatherings.
Worth the trip to Kenny Hills
Ramadhan Stories at Fennel & Co. is refined without being pretentious, generous without being overwhelming, and varied without losing focus on flavour. Most importantly, it delivers food that feels comforting and familiar — exactly what many people seek when breaking fast.
With accessible pricing, a wide variety of dishes, and a welcoming ambience, it’s the kind of buffet where diners arrive curious and leave happily full.
And if you find yourself going back for that pie tee… well, you won’t be the only one.