Authentic Spanish food at Chinatown's Barra

The eatery has a long counter that seats 25 and forms the heart and soul of its charm. — BARRA

In a corner of Kuala Lumpur’s increasingly gentrified Petaling Street is the brand new Barra Restaurant. The eatery has a warm, sunny charm, buoyed by a long, snaking counter facing the open kitchen where diners get to watch as all the magic happens.

The eatery is owned and operated by Samadhi Retreats, which runs famed restaurants like Tamarind Springs. Although Barra is a departure from the group’s typical restaurant line-up, it was wholly inspired by the talents of Spanish chef Ignasi Prats.