Where to Break Your Fast in KL: Nobu’s 2026 Sundown Harmony Menu
There are evenings in Ramadan (Muslim fasting month) when you crave the comfort of daging dendeng or the smoky sweetness of ayam percik to break your fast. Familiar flavours have their place. But by the second week of Ramadan, you might find yourself craving something a bit more curated. If that’s the case, how about a Japanese feast for iftar?
I dropped into Nobu Kuala Lumpur to try this reputable establishment’s Sundown Harmony menu, a limited-run spread designed for the season. It’s a clever bit of programming, offering both an individual omakase and a communal sharing menu. And having sat through the tasting, I can tell you: it’s exactly the kind of “treat yourself” moment your fasting month needs.
Arriving on a weeknight, the restaurant was gently abuzz. The room, sleek and dimly lit, carried Nobu’s signature polish. Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, the last gold ribbons of sunset filtered in, casting a soft glow across the dining room, a fitting prelude to the breaking of fast. We opted for the sharing menu for four, which is ideal if you are dining with family or close friends and prefer a more communal style of eating.
Things kicked off gently with Pecan Nuts, Dates, and Dried Apricots. Simple, yes, but dangerous. I found myself reaching for the pecans well after I should have moved on. Next up were the Beetroot Dry Miso Salad and Miso Soup. The salad was a clever little number; the earthiness of the beetroot played off the salty, fermented crunch of the dry miso perfectly. The miso soup, on the other hand, was light yet restorative, and did what a good soup should do at iftar. It settled the stomach and steadied the pace.
The cold course delivered more personality in the forms of Lobster Tacos with Wasabi Aioli, Umami Chicken Wings, and Japanese Nasu glazed in sweet savoury miso.
The lobster tacos were the first to disappear. Crisp shells, generous pieces of sweet lobster, and just enough wasabi heat to keep things interesting. It was indulgent without being heavy. The chicken wings were as juicy as they appeared, the sort of dish you reach out to instinctively. And as for the nasu, my companion was particularly taken in by this dish. While eggplant is often a supporting player, this dish was transformed by a rich, caramelised miso glaze into something quite profound.
Next came the Sushi Bento, featuring Chef’s sushi selections and a Spicy Tuna Cut Roll. My personal favourites were the signature yellowtail jalapeño and the soft shell crab roll. The yellowtail was clean and delicate with a gentle kick, while the soft shell crab delivered crunch and flavours in equal measure. It was a course that reminded diners why Nobu’s name carries weight across continents.
By the time the Black Cod Butter Lettuce, Chargrilled Jumbo Shrimp with Nobu Sauces, and Anticucho Crab Rice arrived, I was grateful this was a sharing format — the portions were undoubtedly generous. The black cod, delicately rich, paired beautifully with crisp lettuce for contrast. The shrimp were plump and smoky, dressed in Nobu’s signature sauces. The crab rice was fragrant and deeply comforting
For the main course, diners can choose between Lamb Anticucho Miso and Anticucho Peruvian-Style Rib-Eye Steak. I opted for the rib-eye and felt quietly triumphant in that decision. The beef was tender and deeply flavourful, lacquered with Chef Nobu’s iconic anticucho sauce – absolutely aromatic, and faintly smoky.
The evening concluded with a Chocolate Bento Box and seasonal fruits, but the true star of the dessert course was the Miso Cappuccino. Honestly, it’s a bit of a masterpiece. The layers of texture and that salt-meets-sweet combo are oh, so beautiful! I sat in silence while savouring these delectable creations, promising myself to come back just to savour them again…
A Rundown of the Sundown Harmony Omakase Menu
For those seeking a curated personal experience, the Sundown Harmony Omakase begins with Pecan Nuts, Dates and Dried Apricot, alongside Plantain Chip Guacamole, Salmon Skin Salad and Clear Soup. Guests may then select between a Sushi Bento or a Vegetable Bento.
The Vegetable Bento features Watercress Salad, Chef’s Vegetable Sushi Selections, Asparagus Dry Miso Cut Roll and a Vegetable Cut Roll, offering a thoughtfully composed meat-free alternative.
For the hot course, diners choose between Seafood or Meat selections. Highlights include Chargrilled Jumbo Shrimp with Nobu Sauces, Black Cod Miso and Anticucho Crab Rice. The Meat selection offers A3 Wagyu Sukiyaki or Lamb Anticucho Miso, each dish reflecting Nobu’s hallmark balance of precision and depth.
The experience concludes with a Trio of Desserts: Nobu Mango Cheesecake, Homemade Mochi or the memorable Miso Cappuccino, providing a composed and comforting close to the evening.
Pricing and Availability
Sundown Harmony is available for a limited time from 1 to 18 March 2026.
- Sundown Harmony Omakase Experience: RM460++ per person
- Sundown Harmony Sharing Menu for Four: RM1700++ per set
All prices are in Malaysian Ringgit and subject to a 10 percent service charge and 6 percent SST.
For enquiries and reservations, call +60 3-2380 0028, WhatsApp +60 19-389 5085, or email nobuklreservations@noburestaurants.com.
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