T.G.I. Friday's @ Pavillion, Kuala Lumpur

Immediately after the joyful month of Christmas, comes the last week of December that seems beckoning for another round of jubilation to complete the year splendidly, surrounded by hearty food to reward the dedicated and hardworking person you have been throughout the year. At least that was what our boss show his appreciation to us in a way :)

And so, securing our table of 6 at T.G.I. Friday's, Pavillion’s outlet, after RSVP made a couple of days ago. The Yule atmosphere and jovial mood could still be felt with the Christmas embellishments still warmly decorating the interior of the restaurant, exuding the comfy and gay ambience.

Besides that, I was also pretty intrigued by the several artsy ornaments, extreme sports equipment and some musical instruments like those attention- seeking electric guitars that were part of the decoration as well. Classic and vintage indeed!

Alright, comfortable ID aside, it’s time to feed the gnawing tummy!

One of the famous feast touted as the signature dish over here would be the Tennessee from its Hot of The Grill series.

Tennessee Salmon (MYR 43.90)

To kick start the moment of the bon vivant, Tennessee Salmon seems to be one of the ideal choices. The North Atlantic salmon fillet is lightly char grilled till the skin is tad crispy before basted with the signature Tennessee sauce. I love the fish meat very much as it was not overcooked and still juicily sweet in its Omega 3 richness. Served with seasonal vegetables, Cheddar cheese mashed potatoes, it was already heavenly!

Oh by the way, the mashed potatoes loaded decently with cheese were another hit too! Thumbs up!

Some honey mustard sauce to add on my plate, besides the sweet and savory Tennessee relish which shares a very close resemblance to our local rojak  taste. Give it a real try the next round when you are there.

Tennessee Steak (MYR 59.90)

Now let’s welcome the big boss; Tennessee Steak.  

Came graciously as a thick 10-oz cut that was chilled and air flown from Australia, this grain-fed steak was skillfully seared and char grilled to ideal tenderness. Best to have it done medium to well, otherwise it might be tad overly chewy to some. It is also served with seasonal vegetables like the colourful zucchini, carrot cubes, Cheddar cheese mashed potatoes and the special Tennessee sauce.  

Grilled Lamb (MYR 36.90)

Another fowl selection could be the Grilled Lamb too, apart from the famous beef. It was succulent  and adequately marinated grilled lamb that was similarly served with seasonal vegetables and fries. One thing that might cause my eyes to be green with envy would be those tempting French Fries! They were soft and enjoyably coarsely cut. I don’t know why but just love them dearly! Haha….

Tennessee Chicken (MYR 31.90)

For the more usual poultry foodie, Tennessee Chicken came rather quite scrumptious too. The plate was nicely adorned with two juicy chicken breasts that were basted in a sweet and savory glaze. A good alternative for the health-conscious folks as it was served with nutritious seasonal vegetables that includes red capsicums besides zucchinis, alongside with Cheddar cheese mashed potatoes and the special Tennessee sauce.

Chocolate Mint Milkshake (MYR 13.90)

As though it was yet to be guilt-ridden over the sinful feast, here you go, the Chocolate Mint Milkshake : ) Although the other diners were keeping their calories count in check by having Lemon Tea, i just couldn't be bothered much, at least for now, once in a blue moon, hehe. Well, luckily it was not that creamy as Pina Colada and yet, still able to enjoy the milkiness from the chocolate milkshake with a light hint of mint.

To end our wonderful Year End meal on a sweet note, what’s best other than their in house dessert?

Brownie Obsession (MYR 14.90)

Logically, I was supposed to be ‘obsessed’ by this Brownie Obsession, but the moment it arrived actually quite a letdown to me, mainly because of the poor presentation of the dessert. It would be best if the kitchen crew wculd serve this ice cream-dorned dessert upon our order and not too earlier, else, it would end up like being flooded miserably in a pool of melted lava so called. No doubt, this warm brownie that was made with Ghirardelli chocolate-fudge sauce, topped with vanilla ice cream, caramel and pecans was still able to pull off lusciously, albeit being rather too chocolaty to me. No doubt, it would  definitely please the chocoholics! ^_^

Blondie Fudge Crunch (MYR 14.90)

Ensued soon was the Blondie Fudge Crunch, as a replacement for the unavailability of the Fried Cheeseroll. This warm Blondie cookie bar was topped with chocolate fudge, sprinkled with pretzel pieces before finished off with freshly whipped cream and caramel sauce. Texture of the cake-like pastry was rather chunky in between, drier and less sweet than the brownie. .

Well, last but not least, I do hope it’s Friday everyday! LOL…….

Cheers folks till we cross path again!

  

Location :

Lot 6.01.07 & 6.01.08, Level 6,

Pavilion KL Shopping Mall,

No. 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang,

55100 Kuala Lumpur,

Malaysia.

Tel: 03 – 2148 3766