Who could possibly dislike seafood? After all, there’s just an astounding variety of sea creatures to feast on, including fish, crabs, prawns and clams.

But for many people in the Klang Valley, fresh seafood of good quality is elusive especially if you’re not living in a coastal area.

And even if such high-grade seafood is available, the price tag will normally scare the average wage-earner away.

You might be wondering if there is a place within a short distance where you could enjoy delicious seafood without burning a hole in your wallet.

The answer is yes!

First opened in 2018, Ombak Kitchen is a place where you can get your appetite for seafood sated at affordable prices in the Klang Valley.

This restaurant was founded by entrepreneur Sharita Loo and has been the subject of much online attention, as customers are encouraged not to eat with the usual cutleries, but rather, their hands.

And perhaps this is for the best as most of Ombak Kitchen’s offerings will require a lot of deshelling, and there is an innate satisfaction to be had from eating off your own hands.

Plus, plates are not a thing here as the seafood will be served on a disposable tablecloth instead, so you’re more than welcome to be as messy as you like.

But what makes Ombak Kitchen stand out from other seafood restaurants in the Klang Valley?

Well, forget the traditional steamed fish or creamy butter crab, because Ombak Kitchen strives to provide Malaysians with a different gastronomical experience that takes inspiration from American Deep South kitchens.

If you’re looking for local spices, you will not find them here, as cajun, paprika and black pepper reign supreme.

This joint offers seafood lovers quite the treat, with live crabs flown in from Indonesia, fresh Malaysian prawns and tasty Alaskan crabs.

With so many choices, one might be at a loss as to what to order. But fret not, the friendly staff of Ombak Kitchen will be more than willing to recommend you the best of the best.

The symbol of Ombak Kitchen is the Alaskan Giant King Crab, so it would be foolish not to give this giant crustacean a go.

When it’s served to you, you might just be awed by its sheer size and frankly, intimidating appearance, but Ombak Kitchen provides a handy guide on how to break open the hardy, spiked shell of the King Crab with a cracking tool.

If that’s too difficult, the staff will do the job for you.

Once you get past the hardy exterior, you will find that its meat carries a rich, sweet flavour and a surprisingly tender texture.

It should also be mentioned that each seafood dish comes with five specialty sauces to choose from.

The Signature Ombak Crazy Cajun is the in-house creation that everyone loves, with a distinct variety of flavours in a single sauce.

But the Buttermilk Sauce also deserves some time in the spotlight, as it is so rich and creamy that you will be tempted to slurp it right out of the gravy boat.

The Lobster Canadian is a must-try for anyone with a fondness for food, with one variant being served with a creamy Lobster Thermidor Cheezy Sauce.

Reach into the lobster, grab some mushrooms, cheese and a chunk of lobster meat before chowing it all down to your heart’s content. Nothing can get more blissful than this dish.

If you’re looking for something lighter, however, then you have a vast array of appetisers to choose from.

The 3 Cheese Fresh Baked Oyster is quite the guilty pleasure as it combines the strong taste of cheese with the delicious sweetness of oysters in a single slurp – the perfect treat for any cheese lover.

If you love all things salted egg, then the Fried Calamari Squid With Salted Egg is a match made in heaven just for you.

With chewy squid encased in a tasty crust made with salted egg, it is certain that once you pop one in your mouth, you will pop a second (and third, and fourth, and so on) soon enough.

Brought a friend or a family member with you? Then skip the ordering and just get yourself a combo meal, where an entire platter of all sorts of seafood will be laid out before you.

Once you’ve decided on a choice of potatoes, corn, broccoli, mussels, prawns, crabs and other goodies, just have fun sharing it with your partner.

As for refreshments, the Blue Lagoon is always a good choice no matter your choice of meal, with its delicious citrus flavour and its Instagram-worthy blue hue.

Ombak Kitchen is also willing to indulge in any boba lovers’ cravings with its Signature Bubble Tea.

If you’re tempted to try out these delicacies but unwilling to leave your safe home during these uncertain times, Ombak Delivery happens to have delivery options available.

What’s more, there is an ongoing initiative where if you place an order for delivery, the delivery rider will be entitled to a free meal.

It’s a fantastic way to give back to essential workers while enjoying yourself to the fullest. You’ll be eating good, feeling good and doing good all at one go!

Ombak Kitchen Bukit Jelutong
5.G.01, D’Vida Business Centre
Jalan Bazar U8/101
Bukit Jelutong
40150 Shah Alam
Selangor

Ombak Kitchen Bangsar
12, Lorong Ara Kiri 2
Bangsar
59100 Kuala Lumpur
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Contact/Delivery: 010-2205946
Operation hours: 12pm – 11pm daily