Steppes in Mont Kiara
A hillside gem has quietly arrived in one of Kuala Lumpur’s most trendy neighbourhoods, and you can bet that it’s turning heads. That’s Steppes, the newest lifestyle and dining hub in Mont Kiara, tucked along Jalan Kiara 3.
It brings together speciality cafes, restaurants, wellness spots, and everyday essentials in an open-air setting surrounded by urban greenery. If you’re curious as to what’s open and what’s coming, here’s a guide to exploring Steppes:
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What is Steppes?
Steppes is a lifestyle hub that opened in June 2026. It is designed to be a convenient one-stop destination for Mont Kiara residents, with an open-air concept to allow natural sunlight to flow through. While it can get hot because of this, the combination of lush greenery and fan posts here will cool you down in no time.
Steppes is mostly connected by ramps and steps, too, making it wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly.
Additionally, the hub is pet–friendly, with the condition that pets must be in strollers or carriers at all times. But do take note of each store’s own pet access policy – it’s best to check with the specific restaurant or store before heading inside with your furry companion.
How to get to Steppes?
Steppes is situated in the middle of the Segambut settlement area, which means the surrounding access roads are quite narrow. Expect potential bottlenecks during peak hours and weekends, so it’s worth timing your visit accordingly or arriving early.
As for parking, both shaded and outdoor parking levels are available at Steppes. The parking rates are RM2 for the first hour and RM1 for each subsequent hour. Motorcyclists only have to pay RM2 per entry.
No charges are made if you’re only passing through for less than 15 minutes. You can inform your Grab driver of this bit of information so you can be dropped off at Steppes’ dedicated drop-off spot.
– Food at Steppes Mont Kiara –
1. One Half
Image adapted from: @onehalfroastery via Instagram
Speciality coffee fans will be pleased to find One Half has landed in Mont Kiara. At Steppes, they’ve introduced a signature drink called the Steppes Blossom, a botanical brew that pairs beautifully with a slice of Victoria sponge cake. It’s a calm space ideal for a slow morning or a quiet afternoon.
2. Bask
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BASK is among the food spots already open at Steppes. If you’re familiar with this brand, you know that they specialise in burnt cheesecakes. It’s the best spot to spend your slow evenings, pairing your cheesecake with their varying Japanese teas. At their Steppes outlet, they’ve launched an exclusive Jasmine & Black Sesame Cheesecake.
3. La Pané
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Another baked good dining spot is La Pané. It rounds out the savoury dining options with sourdough pizzas at the heart of its menu. Artisanal and satisfying, this place is perfect for a casual lunch or dinner.
4. Fujin
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Fujin, also known as Raijin Ramen, brings Japanese ramen to the Steppes lineup. Known for its richly crafted broths and comforting bowls, it’s a solid pick for anyone craving a proper ramen fix.
5. Fujisawa Izakaya
Another Japanese food spot is Fujisawa Izakaya, which delivers the classic izakaya experience. It’s the kind of place you’d bring a group for food, drinks, and a long, easy night out.
6. Lama Nyonya Restaurant
Peranakan cuisine takes centre stage at LAMA Nyonya Restaurant, bringing the rich, spice-forward flavours of Nyonya cooking to the Mont Kiara crowd. It’s a welcome addition for those who love heritage Malaysian food and a nice counterpoint to the many Japanese and Western options at Steppes.
7. Seogam Korean BBQ
But if you’re a Korean BBQ lover, you will want to bookmark Seogam. Gather your group, fire up the grill, and settle in for a long, satisfying dinner here. It’s the kind of place where you leave with a full tummy and clothes smelling like barbecued meat.
8. RAYs
Originally from PJ, RAYs has finally made its way to Mont Kiara.
At Steppes, RAYs expands beyond its brunch roots into what they call a modern comfort diner: steak frites, classic cheeseburgers, milkshakes, and a dedicated dinner programme with warmer lighting and evening-specific dishes.
Groceries & lifestyle essentials
The anchor tenant of Steppes is a Jaya Grocer outlet, perfect to fulfil the grocery needs of Mont Kiara residents. Having a quality grocer on-site makes the hub feel genuinely useful for day-to-day living, not just dining out.
There’s also a Grab Mart connected to it, convenient for residents to pop in and claim their groceries without the hassle of aisle searching and cashier queues.
Tucked alongside Jaya Grocer is Hank’s Fine Foods, a delicatessen that’s well-known among KL’s expat community for its impressive range of imported charcuterie, premium meats, and alcoholic beverages. It’s the go-to stop for quality hams, bacon, salamis, wines, and craft beers.
Aside from the grocery anchors, Steppes also has a resident florist and lifestyle botanicals store. Roses & Roots is Steppes’ resident florist and lifestyle botanicals store. Whether you’re picking up a bouquet on a whim or hunting for an indoor plant to spruce up your home, the store has many home plants for you to choose from.
Parents of Mont Kiara can head out to DoGood, a lifestyle retail store selling baby essentials and home appliances. Here, parents can also shop for toys, scooters, board games, and even candy to enrich family time at home with the little ones.
Residents near Steppes have their healthcare covered with CARiNG Pharmacy. Here, you have access to all your healthcare and daily wellness needs from supplements to skincare products. Other health-centric lots are Good Luck hair salon for your hair spa appointments, and AcuPlus, an acupuncture establishment.
Working parents living near Steppes can skip the search for babysitters. Joyous is a two-storey lot that doubles as a preschool and childcare centre. They have soft-lighted rooms and cushioned spaces for children to play in. These kids will also have a chance in
More shops soon to open at Steppes
A few outlets are still undergoing renovation but are expected to open in the coming months. So, you’ll have even more reasons to visit Steppes once these spots are up and running:
- Udon Shiki: a Japanese udon speciality restaurant
- Teochew House: a Teochew-style cuisine restaurant
- Heirloom: a gourmet salad & artisan coffee bar
- Steka: a grill house concept restaurant
- Doudou Hillside: a highly anticipated bakery
Lifestyle shopping & dining spot for Mont Kiara residents
Steppes is heading towards being Mont Kiara’s neighbourhood lifestyle spot. With its open-air concept and growing roster of homegrown F&B names, it offers something a little different from the usual mall experience. While several outlets are yet to open, there’s no doubt that Steppes has real potential to become a proper neighbourhood favourite.
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Photography by Brooklyn, edits by Sarah.