Seed

The story

Seed Kuala Lumpur – French-Japanese Bistronomy in Bukit Damansara | Michelin Recommended

From Singapore’s Whitegrass to Kuala Lumpur

Seed is the Malaysian sibling of Whitegrass, the Michelin-starred restaurant in Singapore. Opened in mid-2023, it quickly earned its own place on the map with a Michelin Recommended distinction in 2026. Located in The Five development in Bukit Damansara, the restaurant channels the same nature-inspired philosophy that made its parent a name, but with a lighter, more welcoming tone.

The People Behind the Kitchen

The kitchen is led by Chef de Cuisine Joshua Ho, who returned to Malaysia after nearly a decade sharpening his skills in Singapore. Alongside him is Chef Benny Yeoh, who previously guided Restaurant Blanc Penang and Blacklinen Penang to Michelin Selected recognition. Chef Benny’s approach is centred on flavour, structure, and overall experience—shaping a new culinary direction at Seed that is refined and expressive, with a strong respect for seasonal ingredients.

A Cuisine Rooted in Bistronomy

Seed describes its cooking as a fusion of European and Japanese techniques, but the foundation is bistronomy—authentic, unpretentious, and welcoming to all. The menu changes with the seasons, offering lunch and dinner degustations under the name Seed-sonal Bloom. Press coverage on the restaurant’s own site mentions dishes like sawara with fennel tapenade and duck with forest mushrooms and sauce bigarade, but the focus is on thoughtful flavour combinations and precise technique. This commitment to bistronomy means the cooking stays accessible without sacrificing depth.

The Space and Atmosphere

The dining room is warm and intimate, with curved counter seats surrounding an open kitchen. The design balances privacy and openness, allowing guests to watch the chefs work while enjoying a relaxed meal. Service is polished but never stiff—consistent with the bistronomy ethos of making quality cooking approachable for everyone.

A Michelin-Recommended Address

Since opening, Seed has drawn attention from guides and media alike. Its Michelin Recommended status reflects a kitchen that delivers consistently considered, accomplished cooking. For those looking for a refined yet easygoing French-Japanese meal in Kuala Lumpur, Seed is a compelling choice.