Dining destinations shaped by culture, craft and energy
Two signature restaurants that translate cultural heritage into distinctive dining experiences.
GA designed two flagship restaurants at Hyatt Regency Midtown Kuala Lumpur, each conceived with its own cultural narrative while sitting naturally within the hotel’s broader identity. ENSŌ and China House offer contrasting yet complementary experiences,
united by craftsmanship, storytelling and a strong sense of place. Both spaces interpret tradition through a contemporary lens, creating environments that feel rooted in cultural memory while responding to the pace and energy of modern Kuala Lumpur.
ENSŌ Izakaya
ENSŌ draws inspiration from Japanese farming culture and rice cultivation, reimagining agricultural tools as sculptural and decorative elements. The palette references seasonal festivals, while traditional fabric techniques such as weaving, printing and stitching introduce warmth and tactility. Timber plays a central role throughout, evoking the craftsmanship and comfort of a traditional minka farmhouse.
The interior is anchored by a long cocktail bar, an open kitchen and a garden terrace overlooking the Kuala Lumpur skyline. A vinyl DJ station inspired by Japanese listening bars brings movement and atmosphere, while the ceiling layers rope, reinterpreted lanterns and farming implements to create depth and texture. Kumiko fretwork screens provide a contemporary take on tradition, adding rhythm and visual richness. A bold mural inspired by Japanese dolls celebrates good fortune, shared moments and the joy of gathering.
China House
China House takes its cues from the Straits Eclectic architectural style, blending historical references with subtle Art Deco influences. The layout draws from traditional Malaysian shophouses, where screens provided ventilation and visual connection between private and public spaces. Here, screens are used to define zones while maintaining openness, becoming sculptural features that introduce pattern, texture and craft.
Private dining is central to the experience. Five private rooms offer flexibility and intimacy, each centred around a bespoke chandelier inspired by traditional lanterns and scaled for dramatic effect. These contemporary forms are set against ceilings detailed with traditional relief carvings, creating a dialogue between heritage and modernity that defines the atmosphere of each room.
Together, ENSŌ and China House strengthen Hyatt Regency Midtown Kuala Lumpur’s dining offering with two distinct yet cohesive destinations. The restaurants offer guests immersive, culturally grounded experiences that balance energy with refinement, supporting the hotel’s position as a vibrant social and culinary hub.
