Bars in Petaling Jaya

This handsome bar with leather couches and dark wood flooring is an elegant space to have a drink or two. The dim lighting affords an intimate vibe, and chat with the bartenders and they’ll happily recommend a cocktail based on your taste preferences.

Hidden behind a heavy door in Damansara Uptown is 61 Monarchy, a cool bar specialising in whisky and offering an extensive array of labels from all over the world. Try out The Flight – a intro of four different types of whisky to discover.

For both the craft beer connoisseur and novice, The Great Beer Bar has adopted a no-nonsense approach to serving great beer. There are more than 70 different types from all over the world available (tap and bottle) served in casual surrounds perfect for a couple of rounds.

What was previously Los Flowerpecker has been renamed into Los Sombreros. Sticking true to its name, this cosy spot serves delicious Mexican cocktails and drinks with a Mexican flair. Delicious cocktails plus the bright and cheerful Mexicana vibe? Los Sombreros is a great neighbourhood bar to hang out.

If you’re looking for a casual night out over a pint (or two) of good old German beer or a glass of wine, look no further than Gold Bar. It stocks an impressive selection of Bavarian beer from various breweries alongside plenty of wine labels, which go very well with the hearty porky dishes from the kitchen.

Formerly Lou Shang Bar, this creative establishment has a menu offering creative cocktails heavy with local influences. Try the assam laksa cocktail, then follow up with interesting creations like the cocktail version of kuih seri muka and more.

This cosy bar in Seksyen 17 specialises in gin and gin-based cocktails. With an interior sporting retro furniture and looking like your grandmother’s house, Mrs Jones is one place you’ll feel at home in. If you’re hungry, you can order from café Tujoh below.

Sheraton PJ's bar Sala is right by the rooftop infinity pool, where you can lounge about with a drink from the bar in hand, backdropped against the sweeping views of the surrounding neighbourhood. Feeling peckish? Order from the menu of bar bites. 

This gin bar houses more than 150 craft gins – good news for any gin enthusiast. Amp up your order with their ‘gin sum’ cart that offers a selection of garnishes to pair with your G&T, like fruits and herbs. It’s not just about G&T with cucumber here.

You might have to look for the entrance to this bar, but once you’re in The Locker & Loft offers a calm oasis for those looking to relax after a hectic day. Complex cocktails with depth are the order of the day here, and there are plenty of guest bartender shifts, which keeps things interesting.

Tavern 13 isn’t so much a bar as it is a tavern, a place where friends can come together to unwind and relax in casual surrounds. There are live performances in the garden and barbecue dishes to pair with the variety of local and imported beers.