Hyatt Regency KL Breakfast Buffet Experience

The best 5-Star Hotel Buffet in Malaysia Experience

There’s something comforting about starting your morning with a really good breakfast not just one that fills you up, but one that makes you feel quietly spoiled before the day begins. That’s exactly what the breakfast buffet at Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown does so well.

Newly opened beside Mont Kiara, this hotel has quickly gained attention for its live kitchen concept and commitment to using premium, responsibly sourced ingredients. From the moment you step into the airy, light-filled dining space at Midtown Brasserie, you can sense that this isn’t your typical hotel buffet. It’s warm, engaging, and filled with that satisfying sizzle and aroma only a live kitchen can bring.

Midtown Brasserie: a grand all-day dining restaurant


contemporary modern design inspired by nature


fresh juices from pineapples to cucumber mint infused


coffee baristas at the counter

When you step in, you're welcomed by a sensorial breakfast

A Morning Symphony of Freshness

Chefs move gracefully behind the open counters, you’ll hear the soft clatter of woks, the aroma of sambal bubbling, the rhythmic slicing of fresh fruit. There’s a real sense of theatre here.

Unlike many buffets that focus on sheer volume, Hyatt Regency KL Midtown takes a crafted, à la minute approach. Almost everything is made fresh, cooked, or assembled upon request, giving the meal a sense of connection between diner and chef. You don’t just pick up food; you watch it come to life.

The Culinary Team Behind the Experience

✨ Executive Chef Jonas Juchli leads the culinary program with a clear philosophy: food should be fresh, local where possible, and crafted with respect for ingredients. His approach celebrates Malaysia’s diversity while maintaining an international polish.

🍳 Chef de Cuisine Jordan Mah, who heads the kitchen at Midtown Brasserie, brings energy and precision to the buffet line. His experience shines through in the balance between comfort food and refinement — from perfectly cooked eggs to wok-tossed noodles, everything feels intentional.

🍰 Executive Pastry Chef Jason de Oca is the creative mind behind the dessert and bakery selections. His French pastry background meets local inspiration here — you’ll taste it in every buttery croissant, rich tart, and that unforgettable Kelantanese dark chocolate French toast that feels almost too indulgent for morning.

We love their live kitchen ambiance!

A good hotel breakfast must have a good nasi lemak!
(fluffy rice, spicy sweet sotong sambal that kicks)


Chefs are making sure food is fresh and still delicious


the grill section offers American Breakfast with live egg station


They even have roast beef available!

Themed ingredients/condiments at every corner

If you’re looking for a breakfast buffet that combines craft, freshness, and comfort, Hyatt Regency KL Midtown delivers on all counts. The live kitchen concept, premium local ingredients, and warm service make it one of those rare hotel breakfasts that feels both elevated and genuine.

Thoughtful Sustainability in Every Detail

What sets this buffet apart is not only how it tastes but how it’s created. Hyatt Regency KL Midtown places sustainability at the core of its culinary operations:

🌱 Cooked fresh to order
Live stations prepare dishes on demand, reducing buffet waste while ensuring everything is hot, crisp, and vibrant.

🥬 Local & ethical sourcing
Produce is carefully selected from trusted Malaysian farms and fisheries, minimising carbon footprint while keeping flavours honest and seasonal.

🏨 Eco-conscious design
The hotel itself is certified under the GreenRE Gold Standard, incorporating energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials throughout its architecture.

Even small touches like avoiding unnecessary packaging or sourcing local chocolate and peanut butter reflect this thoughtful approach.

the breakfast section

All kinds of milk are available


Malay kuehs to add to the local twists

cold cuts to cheeses


Quality, fresh ingredients that most hotels don't offer

My first time churning my own peanut butter!

Freshly made pastries and cakes, all right from their bakery

Top 3 Must-Try Picks

🥥 Nasi Lemak with Sotong Sambal

The kind of nasi lemak that reminds you why it’s Malaysia’s national dish. Fragrant coconut rice, sambal that hits all the right spicy notes, and tender sotong cooked just right, comforting, soulful, and satisfying.

🥜 Freshly Churned Peanut Butter with Bakery Breads

It’s rare to find peanut butter that’s actually made fresh in-house, but here it’s churned daily and paired with a beautiful array of breads and pastries. Creamy, nutty, and a little rustic — it’s such a simple pleasure done to perfection.

🍫 Kelantanese 70% Dark Chocolate French Toast

A creative fusion of local pride and European technique. The dark chocolate sourced from Kelantan brings an earthy, bittersweet depth that elevates the French toast into something special. Pair it with a cup of coffee and it’s pure breakfast bliss.

If breakfast at Hyatt Regency KL Midtown is this good, imagine what happens when the live kitchens turn up the heat for lunch and weekend brunch. From wok-tossed mud crabs cooked to order, to live pasta and carving stations, the buffet transforms into a full sensory experience that celebrates both local and global flavours.

I’ll be diving into those next, exploring the variety, value, and signature dishes that make their lunch and brunch offerings worth returning for. Stay tuned for my next post as I continue this delicious journey through one of KL’s most exciting new hotel dining destinations.

📍 Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown (Opposite MITEC, Jalan Dutamas)

Breakfast Buffet: 6:30am – 10:30am
Price: RM108++ pax adult

Tel:+60 3 3093 1234

Get a free breakfast buffet when you stay at this hotel during their opening specials on their website. Booked by 31 Oct 2025 for stays up to 20 Dec, 2025.