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REXKL is an old cinema turned multi-floor artsy playground in Chinatown
You can shop, eat, sip, browse, and just… wander around as if on a treasure hunt.
There are three main areas to explore: Food Fiction KL, REXKLUP, and RXPKL.
From hidden workshops to rooftop dessert bars, this place is basically a playground for adults with good taste.
No trip to REXKL is complete without a pit stop at BookXcess, the multi-level bookstore that feels like a maze you'd happily get lost in
Floor-to-ceiling shelves, hidden reading nooks, and quirky corners make it perfect for hunting down rare finds or snapping that flawless shot for the 'gram.
Swing by Cara Workshop, tucked away in a secret corner. Here, you can design your own silver rings — pick the size, engraving, everything — while watching skilled artisans bring them to life right before your eyes.
Hungry? REXKL's food scene has you covered. Food Fiction KL and REXKLUP house some of the city's coolest spots.
– Battered KL – A fish and chips restaurant
– Stellar Coffee – coffee, coffee, coffee
– Koka Izakaya – Japanese comfort food
– Decker's – burgers that hit the spot every time
– Trattoria Mialino – cosy Italian plates to slow things down
– Fafaba KL – fermented drinks, kombucha, and wine
– Summorie & Summation – sweets, customisable notebooks, matcha drinks, canelés… you name it
– It's Herbs – modern takes on traditional Chinese medicine, from creative brews to in-house treatments
– apartment80.kl – the rooftop dessert bar opening soon on the 3rd floor
– berrygood – locally-grown strawberries in refreshing smoothies, sundaes, and desserts
If shopping is your thing, REXKL is a treasure trove
Here's a list of shops:
– oForOthers – curated apparel, accessories, and homeware with offbeat, story-filled pieces
– The Wes Studio – comfy, wearable fashion that works for women and gender-neutral styles
– Analogue Apotik – local scents that feel effortlessly cool
– Bang Bang Vintage – handpicked vintage gems, from retro tees to statement décor
– The Objects Store – gifts, tableware, and décor sourced globally to make your space pop
– Mentor Bookstore – quirky books, curios, clothing, and other whimsical secondhand goods to satisfy the slow browser
– Kanoe Wear – beautiful batik wear for women, men, everyone
– Neucover – Malaysian-designed contemporary clothing
Mentor Bookstore.
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Need a breather from the city? Antara Spa & Wellness on the 4th floor of REXKLUP is the calmest corner you'll find in the area.
Warm textures, gentle scents, and massages that leave you feeling refreshed. Definitely worth a stop.
REXKL doubles as an event space with concerts, art exhibitions, markets… basically, something cool is always happening
If you'd like to visit, here's where REXKL is located:
Address
80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
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