JungleBird
Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Bar in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Book with PearlWhy go
JungleBird is a practical Bukit Damansara choice when the night calls for flexibility rather than a full restaurant booking. Use it after dinner, for a casual catch-up, or when a smaller group wants an easier Kuala Lumpur plan without committing to a long meal.
About JungleBird
Why this page is useful
JungleBird is a practical Bukit Damansara option for evenings that need flexibility rather than a full restaurant booking. The page is most useful for planning a post-dinner drink, a casual catch-up, or a smaller-group night in Kuala Lumpur.
How to think about the visit
The confirmed details point to a late-opening bar with a smart casual dress code. Weeknights begin at 5 PM; Saturday and Sunday begin at 3 PM. Friday and Saturday run latest, until 2 AM, while Monday to Thursday and Sunday close at 1 AM. Its Bukit Damansara location makes advance planning worthwhile, particularly if the evening depends on a specific arrival time.
What to verify before going
The available information does not establish current menu format, pricing, seating, group capacity, or booking arrangements. Check the venue’s current details before setting expectations around food, drinks, or a longer evening. If you need a more defined restaurant plan, compare JungleBird with options such as Aliyaa or use Pearl’s wider Kuala Lumpur guides.
Planning details
- Location
- 61M, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Website
- junglebirdkl.com
- Phone
- +60320115715
The take
The Take
The Vibe
JungleBird sits like a self-assured hideaway up in Bukit Damansara, cultivating a quietly sophisticated, intimate bar-restaurant feel. The write-up emphasizes craft credibility and a clientele that comes with intent, so the place reads less like a high-traffic party spot and more like a measured discovery for people who care about cocktails and considered flavours. The tone of the neighbourhood — low-density, residential, sloping above the city — reinforces a tucked-away, reservation-minded sensibility. Expect a focused, design-aware room that rewards pre-planned evenings rather than walk-in tourism.
Best For
This is a venue for planned evenings and late-night drinks rather than incidental stops. The location outside KL’s main bar corridors and hotel lobbies means guests arrive prepared — whether by ride-hailing or local knowledge — and settle in for a longer session. The profile fits date nights and intimate hangouts where cocktails and sharing plates are the attraction, and it pairs well with a preceding premium dinner elsewhere in the city before you stay on for drinks. JungleBird favors an attentive, cocktail-minded crowd over casual passersby.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the cocktail program: the Jungle Bird is a signature tropical classic with Malaysian provenance, and the description makes a clear case for its importance on the menu. Pair drinks with the venue’s Caribbean-leaning plates — the Cubano Sandwich and Kunyit Fried Chicken Wings are listed as signatures — and plan logistics ahead: ride-hailing is recommended and street parking can be competitive in Bukit Damansara. Because the spot rewards pre-planned visits, consider booking or arriving with a clear plan for an extended evening rather than a quick stop-in.
Planning details
Location
61M, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Cross-shop JungleBird with Pearl’s other Kuala Lumpur bars when hours, neighbourhood, the shape of the evening matter most. Compare it with Tanglin for another Bukit Damansara option, or with Aliyaa if you want to assess a restaurant alternative. Use the individual pages to verify the details that matter for your plan.
Bar context
When JungleBird fits among Kuala Lumpur bars
Choose this page when you are planning a flexible evening in Bukit Damansara and need a bar open into the night with a smart casual dress code. It is a stronger fit for a planned post-dinner drink or intimate catch-up than for a decision based on an unconfirmed menu, price point, seating plan, or group capacity.
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Compare JungleBird
| Option | Best suited to | What is confirmed | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| JungleBird | Flexible late-night bar plans in Bukit Damansara | Smart casual dress code and late opening hours | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #376Top 500 Bars 2026 · #3982024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #802022 Asia's Best Bars · #352021 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #372020 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #372019 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #442018 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #38 |
| Tanglin | Comparing another Bukit Damansara option | Listed by Pearl as an alternative | No published awards |
| Aliyaa | A more defined restaurant comparison | Listed by Pearl as an alternative restaurant | No published awards |
FAQ
JungleBird FAQ
Where is JungleBird?
JungleBird is at 61M, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
When is JungleBird open?
Confirmed hours are Monday to Thursday, 5 PM to 1 AM; Friday, 5 PM to 2 AM; Saturday, 3 PM to 2 AM; and Sunday, 3 PM to 1 AM.
What should I wear to JungleBird?
The confirmed dress code is smart casual.
