Restoran Sai Woo

55, Jln Alor, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
+60 12-398 8271
$$$ Restaurant
(1131 Reviews)

Restoran Sai Woo sits right in the heart of bustling Jalan Alor, a street known for its vibrant food scene that attracts both locals and tourists alike. As a full-service restaurant, Sai Woo offers a reasonably spacious setting with a mix of indoor seating and outdoor tables that keep you close to the lively rhythm of the street. It’s a spot where families and groups can comfortably gather without feeling cramped, even during peak hours when Jalan Alor tends to get packed.

The menu leans into Malaysian and regional flavors, with seafood and satay standing out as crowd favorites. Dishes like their grilled stingray and various crab preparations, including chili and black pepper crab, reflect a care for freshness and bold seasoning that appeals to both local palates and visitors looking to dive into authentic flavors. Complementing these hearty dishes are well-chosen beverages such as Calamansi Juice with Sour Plum and a selection of fresh fruit juices that feel vibrant and less diluted, perfect after savoring the rich, spicy fare.

Evenings are the best time to visit, when Jalan Alor glows with neon and the street’s buzz turns into an inviting food alley experience. Sitting outdoors here allows you to soak in the animated atmosphere—watching passerby food hunters and street performers while enjoying attentive service that’s consistently reported as prompt and friendly. Sai Woo’s late hours into the early morning make it a reliable spot for late suppers if you find yourself wandering the area after other places close.

This restaurant works well for visitors seeking a mix of comfort and authentic hawker-style dishes without sacrificing table space or service quality. Whether you’re in for a sit-down dinner with family or a casual meal with friends, Sai Woo balances the lively street-side energy of Jalan Alor with decent portions and a straightforward dining experience that respects the local culinary scene.

Highlights
Has great beer selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves halal food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Parking
Difficult to find a space

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

04:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Wednesday

04:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Thursday

04:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Friday

04:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Saturday

04:00 PM - 02:00 AM

Sunday

04:00 PM - 02:00 AM

1131 Reviews
Muhammad Gustri Oktaviandi

18 Nov 2025

The food is great! Especially during the night with super ambiences for tourist cullinary. Must try : Crab Chili Sauce, Tom Yum, and Kailan Stir Fry Garlic

Jason Khor

16 Nov 2025

The food is not bad, the quality is there and it’s worth the price. The fresh juices are highly recommended; you can tell they use plenty of fruit with very little water.

Gregory Joey

02 Nov 2025

Alor is super crowded, but this place is big, and have fast, good services. The indoor place is quite comfortable enough for big family. The food is amazing, the crab and the sauce is fantastic, the steamed fish is also good. The price, I think quite reasonable for tourist area

Diane Wang

29 Oct 2025

Saw the reviews on Sai woo and decided to try. Glad I made this choice rather than going back to the old hunt! Ordered 3 dishes and all were great - stingray was fresh and juicy with nice sambal, fried kailan was fragrant and served wok hot, and the spicy kam heong cockles were delicious. Service was friendly and food served fast. It was really fun sitting outdoor near the walking lane and can people watch while listening to music next door!

mel kin

26 Oct 2025

A restaurant located in the middle of the ever busy Jalan Alor. Tourist area (I know I know), but this particular shop has boatloads of local patrons actually! This will be my go to for dinners or late night suppers (opens till 2am). Fantastic food and attentive service at all times. Our favourites include their grilled stingray, stirred fried vegetables and as occasional splurge - one of the best chilli crabs in Kuala Lumpur. Updated: Tried their latest offering: nasi lemak and stirred fried dry shrimps with escargot - highly recommended!

Roy Anthony

22 Oct 2025

Sai Woo Restaurant in Alor offers a pleasant seafood dining experience with dishes that are tasty and well prepared. The seafood is fresh and flavorful, making the meal enjoyable and satisfying. The atmosphere is relaxed and suitable for casual dining, perfect for sharing a good seafood meal with family or friends while enjoying the lively surroundings of Alor.

Alan Goh

10 Oct 2025

Overall dinner dining experience is fair. The Restoran seems to be managed and run by friendly Burmese. Ordered all small size dishes. Escargots with dry shrimps gets a 7.5 Oyster and fried egg gets a 7 Enjoyed the spicy Kam Heong Balitung a lot especially !! Brought back loads of good memories …

M Jamil

28 Sep 2025

The food was great in terms of taste, quality, portion sizes and full of flavour. I ordered sweet and sour chicken and black pepper beef and both were just amazing. The beef was just tender, soft and juicy. Great Chinese food overall. The restaurant also advised they were halal. I liked this place so much that I had dinner here twice over 5 nights. Thai dishes were just ok, their main speciality is Chinese to be fair. Over all ambience is ok, after all they are located on a busy food street. I highly recommend you try this place. No regrets.

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