Launching a new brunch outlet in Bangsar is riskier than it sounds; folks flock here for big breakfasts on weekends, but the few restaurants that truly thrive require the combination of (in no particular order) buzz-worthy food, a compelling concept & a dynamite setting.
It's unclear whether Luscious, which replaced
Belgian establishment Brux-Ale this month, has the right stuff or the X Factor to flourish (it might not be flashy enough), though its food achieves the 'good enough' mark. Tastes competently executed; no complaints.
Luscious offers wake-up platters with a twist: Patrons can choose from various types of bacon, ham, sausages, eggs, veggies & even beans, constructing a complete, customized meal (with a beverage) for a reasonable RM20.90++.
We went hog-wild, ignoring the beef salami & turkey & chicken ham, opting instead for pork bacon & pork ham, plus a pork sausage, all of which proved plenty juicy.
Eggs can come poached, hard/half boiled, scrambled or turned into omelets or sunny-side-ups. Perfect for people who want the decision firmly in their own hands.
Bread here is partnered with Luscious' house-made organic strawberry jam.
The plate comes with either Earl Grey or English Breakfast tea, or juice. It's worth noting that service at Luscious is earnest & attentive.
Luscious also serves 'omelet pizzas' with an entirely eggy base, a potential hit among carb-avoiding patrons. Possible toppings: pepperoni, lamb sausage, capsicum, olives or blue cheese.
Fairly successful: the omelet's thick, hot & fresh, well complemented by mild-tasting mozzarella & tomato paste. Come lunch & dinnertime, Luscious serves the likes of pork liver pate, belly, ribs & neck steak.
Hazelnut latte (RM14.90++). Coffee's not half-bad, but we're looking forward to the time when wine will be available, likely starting later this month.
4, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Daily, 8am-11pm. Tel: 03-2201-4933
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