COCONUTS HOT SPOT — 2OX is the latest French bistro bar along Jalan Doraisamy, known as “The Row”.
It’s helmed by Sainy Chun and Chef Thierry Le Baut and if the names sound familiar to you, it’s because you probably have heard of them at Maison Francaise where they run the show, too.
While Maison Francaise is all about fine-dining, the concept at 2OX leans towards casual bistro dining in an atmosphere which is more relaxed, informal yet retains that element of Parisian chic.
Amidst a chic black and white decor, a huge colourful painting faces the entrance. This has very much become the icon for 2OX – a fun painting depicting diners having a merry time.
Chef Thierry has curated a focused menu that includes French classic favourites which are friendly to the wallet. Everything is listed in just one page which makes ordering really easy.
I can never resist piquillo peppers and seeing it on the menu, I just had to order it as I adore these sweet Spanish peppers. Chef Thierry’s Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Beef did not disappoint at all.
Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Beef
Stuffed with minced beef, the bright red peppers were roasted and topped with a creamy sauce and digging into them was just bliss.
Pork Tenderloin with caramelized onions on Toast – the medallions of pork tenderloins were marinated and grilled delicately before being served with sweet caramelised onions and accompanied by crispy toast.
The pork tenderloin, together with Chef Thierry’s Pate de Maman are perfect examples of traditional homely dishes that are popular with the French.
Pate de Maman
These simple provincial-style pork dishes are typical food eaten at home cooked lovingly in the family kitchen. The pork pate had that delicious rustic touch which was best enjoyed with some pickled gherkins and fresh tomatoes.
I loved the Duck Rillette served with Pickled Gherkins. The flavoursome duckmeat was perfect, eaten with the toasted French bread and topped with house-made pickled gherkins.
Duck Rillette served with Pickled Gherkins
Those crunchy tangy gherkins were pickled according to Chef Thierry’s father’s recipe. They were absolute must-have’s to accompany the rillette and pate dishes.
From 2OX’s Josper oven came their Pork Chop. I felt the pork chop was over-cooked as personally I prefer my meat a bit pink in the centre.
Pork Chop
Nevertheless as the pork chop was eaten immediately and because it was well seasoned, the slightly-hard texture was forgiveable. Be sure to inform the level of done-ness preferred when placing your order.
From the list of desserts, the Lemon Tart Meringue en Verrine was my favourite. The tangy lemon tart was a good palate cleanser.
Lemon Tart Meringue en Verrine
Not to be missed also was the Classic Creme Brulee which was wobbly and creamy beneath its caramelised surface. The texture was definitely softer than what’s usually served in other eateries.
Classic Creme Brulee
Presently, there is a special promotion where guests can create their own 3-Course Menu at only RM88++ but do note that some dishes require some additional charges.
2OX is definitely one of the more exciting eateries in KL this year. There aren’t that many casual dining places serving affordable French fares and in such lovely ambience too.
I would say their fares are good value for money, delivering delectable dishes in a cosy and comfortably elegant premise.
2OX
56G Jalan Doraisamy
50300 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-2692-2233
www.two-ox.com
*Non-halal
