What should I order at Akar Lima?
Akar Lima
Grilled chicken
Mentioned specifically as recommended due to its delicious taste, great portion size, and affordable price.
Dory fish
Recommended alongside the grilled chicken for its delicious flavor and good portion, making it a popular choice among diners.
About Akar Lima
Akar Lima is a restaurant, cafe, bed and breakfast, and event venue in Kulim, Kedah. It serves halal Western food with dine-in, takeaway, delivery, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert options. Reviews consistently praise the peaceful garden setting, cozy atmosphere, and the food, especially dishes like ulam salad, beef tenderloin, grill lamb, pasta, and desserts. Reviewers also note the friendly service and the comfortable, family-friendly environment.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Kid-friendly
Frequently asked questions
What is Akar Lima known for?
Akar Lima is especially known for its ulam salad and its garden setting, with reviewers repeatedly highlighting the way the Western-Malay menu feels fresh and distinctive. People also mention beef tenderloin, grilled lamb, and the cozy, hidden-oasis atmosphere in Kulim, Kedah.
What dishes are most recommended at Akar Lima?
Reviewers most often recommend the ulam salad, beef tenderloin, grilled lamb, tuscan chicken, cottage pie, and carrot walnut cake. Other specific favorites mentioned include fried rice, pulled beef sandwich, mushroom soup, quesadilla, and homemade meatballs, with many saying the food is tasty and well presented.
What is the atmosphere like at Akar Lima?
The vibe is calm, cozy, and garden-inspired, with lush greenery, soft lighting, and outdoor seating that makes it feel like a hidden oasis. It is described as good for relaxed dinners, hangouts, birthdays, and even solo dining, and reviewers also mention that groups and families fit well there.
Is Akar Lima good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly say the prices are reasonable or affordable for the quality, and one celebration booking mentioned RM50 for simple decoration and nice outdoor seating. The menu is best described as mid-range value, with dishes like pasta, chicken, salad, and desserts considered worth the price.
Do you need a reservation or is there any wait time to know about?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which fits the restaurant’s popularity for meals and events. Reviewers also mention that some dishes can take a while to arrive, especially newer items, so it is a better choice if you are not in a rush.
Is parking available at Akar Lima?
Yes. Free street parking is available.
Is the food at Akar Lima halal?
Yes, Akar Lima serves halal food.
Is Akar Lima kid-friendly?
Yes, Akar Lima is good for kids.
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