Reka

Opened in 2021 above a row of shops in residential Bukit Damansara, Reka takes its name from the Malay word for creation. Low ceilings, long neon lines, a glowing yellow back bar and shelves of ferments and lab kit make it feel like a spaceship workshop.

The team uses a full suite of scientific equipment to draw maximum flavour from each ingredient, and seasonal menus follow themes such as the Domino Effect, where each cocktail shares an ingredient with the next. The durian-based Dusun 2.0 uses lacto-fermentation to strip out the fruit's pungent aroma, leaving a custard-like take on the pornstar martini. Dishes are built to pair with the drinks and share one of four elements: salt, fat, acid or heat.

Reka was No.47 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025 and No.63 in 2026. Reservations are recommended and the dress code is smart casual. Best for curious drinkers.