Jeff's Cellar • The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat — Restaurant in Perak

Average Fine Dining with Outstanding ambience

First of I would like to give my thanks, appreciation & Kudos to the team. Grace, Natasha & Nelson. Are wonderful, well versed in the food served. Such a gem of staff.

1 Star - For the ambience. Without a doubt. Dining in a cave is really exquisite. The whole experience was mind blowing. To see mother nature still growing along with the restaurant is very beautiful.

2 Star - For the service. From the person at the front door till the staffs inside the restaurant. Everyone is so friendly. Hospitality was perfect. Wonderful Team. Again I would like to highlight Grace & Natasha for outstanding service.

3 Star - Food. My last 3 Stars will be for food but unfortunately I can only give 1 Star for the food. It was like I said average fine dining.

Me & my wife had the Chairman Favourite & Tanah. Course dinner.

Overall TANAH was a better course.

First meal Onsen, the scallop was still having smell in my mouth. It brought over to my next meal which was a bummer because the foul smell in my mouth was just sad. With my past experience in fine dining, I know that the smell is not normal. Puyuh was beautiful made. The taste was a fantastic combination.

Second meal both was exquisite.

Third meal The kneading. Again this was amazing. Please do try their balsamic vinegar. It was amazing.

Fourth meal Botan shrimp. This dish was sad. The shrimp was imported from Japan but unfortunately our local shrimp would have given more flavour. Having the shrimp felt like I was eating old seafood. Ayam kampung. Was herbal, I would say just average. Same this dish also brought the mood down.

Fifth meal Halibut & Bunga Kantan both was nice.

Sixth The rice wine & the guava shot. Both was amazing. But Rice wine was perfect.

Main meal wagyu beef. Marbling was good. Medium rare was exactly what I requested. This dish again was just average. Lamb tenderloin. This dish was impactful. The lamb had a powerful taste which really brought out the flavour.

Dessert Both desserts taste above average. It was not an experience that fit the environment.

Last The banjaran herbal garden. The herbs was really a saviour to this place. It had the aromatic therapy that made me and my wife feel lovely. Sipping the tea was wonderful. Ipoh white coffee. I was expecting coffee beans grinded before me. But it was in a sachet. Also the coffee was horrendous. Did not bring the pride of Ipoh White coffee at all. Really Sad.

Overall I would recommend this place for a one time dining for the experience. And if your going for the menu. Take the...

Indulge in an extraordinary culinary extravaganza at Jeff Cellar, masterfully curated by the culinary genius, Chef Boon, and his exceptional team. Prepare to be transported to a world of culinary bliss with the Chairman's Favorite Inception course, where every dish is a masterpiece of flavor and artistry.

Experience the culinary magic unfold with the first dish, Onsen - a delicate sous vide scallop crowned with luxurious caviar, skillfully balanced to create a symphony of taste on your palate. Next, savor the exquisite foie gras, complemented by caramelized onions and pickled jicama, harmonizing with a zesty pineapple gel for an enchanting textural dance.

As the evening unfolds, be captivated by the star of the show at least for ME! - the botan shrimp bisque! A dish so extraordinary that it claims the title of my favorite of the night, especially when paired with the house-made sourdough bread, elevating it to an otherworldly indulgence.

Prepare to be mesmerized by the perfectly cooked Halibut fish, a testament to culinary finesse, proving that a superbly prepared piece of meat requires no overwhelming sauces to tantalize the senses.

The fifth dish, an opulent ensemble of Japanese A5 wagyu beef, potato pave adorned with fragrant black truffle, pickled shallots, asparagus, and crowned with a luscious bordelaise sauce and scallion dip, is a symphony of opulence on your plate.

And to conclude this unforgettable culinary journey, surrender to the sublime dessert known as Honey Milk Tea. Earl grey tea crème dances with peanut butter tuiles, while a luscious sour cream ice cream takes your taste buds to new heights, all elegantly adorned with bee pollen and kissed by elderflower & assam lemon oil.

Under the care of Grace and her extraordinary team, the service surpasses all expectations, ensuring that your evening is nothing short of perfection. The enchanting ambiance of the cave embraces you, adding an element of romance to this unforgettable culinary voyage.

All this accompanied by the angelic voice of Pavarotti singing in the background, creating an atmosphere of pure enchantment, making it a night that you will cherish forever.

Jeff Cellar is a haven for gourmands and connoisseurs alike, where every aspect of the dining experience is designed to leave you breathless and enchanted. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors, artistry, and warmth that awaits you at this...

One of A Kind Gastronomical Experience

At a glance, RM 675 did seem a little steep for a couple. But when the food started leaving the kitchen & hitting our table, it was worth every penny. Beautifully presented & nothing short of perfection.

The Amuse Bouche arrived literally smoking. A pan seared scallop topped with ossetra caviar accompanied by carrot & cumin sand, crispy duck & finished off with a cress. Just the presentation alone left us wondering what awaited. Once it it entered our mouths, we could only conclude that there was no better way to tease ones palate.

Next up was the Foie Gras served on a bed of french brioche & accompanied by caramelised onion puree & grape juice reduction which was soft as a sponge cake & simply melted in our mouths. An absolute treat leaving you craving for more.

Mid way, we had an assorted bread basket which were a mixture of store bought & home made delights which were so good that we couldn’t really tell the difference.

Up next, the Lobster Bisque with the joy of having the wait staff pouring it table side. It was simply bursting with flavours from the pistachio spheres, corn kernels, lobster dust & poached lobster. It was rich & creamy with a lovely texture to it. We just couldn’t get enough of it!

The cod fish arrived beautifully presented & pan fried to perfection, stewed in tomato consommé accompanied by saffron risotto, scallops, mussels & prawns. The Japanese Wagyu Beef was cook perfectly perfectly, medium rare & melted in our mouths. Accompanied with truffle mashed potatoes, burnt onion, porcini mushrooms, charred spring onion & Beef jus.

Last but not least, no meal is complete without desserts. An absolutely mouth watering double chocolate accompanied by Ipoh white coffee mousse, pistachio gelato, sea salt, 23k edible gold leaves on a bed of almond crumbs. Absolutely delicious.

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