Sandwiched in the middle of a row of restaurants and bars along KL’s Jalan Mesui is Palilos Yakitori Bar. The eatery was once perched one floor above sister restaurant Pinchos along the densely-trafficked Changkat Bukit Bintang stretch, but moved a month ago to a quieter road in the same area, literally the equivalent of a peaceful suburb compared to the original location.

Through this physical move, the eatery’s core ethos has remained the same – it still serves traditional Japanese charcoal-grilled yakitori fare, although the setting is now distinctly more pleasant, with a large tree and plants scattered throughout the outdoor dining area. The menu has also been expanded slightly, with about 20% to 30% new additions, including more grilled vegetable options.