Car dates have always been a thing, but more as a low-key and casual idea. With COVID-19 cases arising, couples are forced to get creative when it comes to dating amid a global pandemic—and in this case, hoping in the car for a romantic date outside.
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So, if you're looking to take things up a notch on your next car #datenight, this roundup features local restaurants and cafes that’ll provide a perfect companion for your night out on the road without creating a mess. 

Food that Fuels Your Soul Hearty meals that bring comfort to the soul and gets you in a good mood for heart-to-heart conversation!
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RATA

You might have heard of them as the new kids around the block, but Subang’s latest fusion restaurant is well-known for playing out interesting twists featuring our local cuisine. With a menu featuring everything from rice dishes to skewers, you can bet that every dish on their menu is sure to pique your interest.

Our top pick has got to be their lamb ragout and mango chutney pizza, which may sound peculiar but it certainly packs a punch and keeps your taste buds well-satisfied with every bite. 

Menu & Delivery | 25, Jalan SS15/5a, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor 
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BURGERLAB

This place needs no introduction. Winning the hearts of Malaysians since 2012, Burgerlab is known for its quirky and inventive burger combos that are served in satisfying portions with its signature charcoal buns. One of the many crowd-pleasers is their rendition of a juicy beef burger, better known as the Beautiful Mess is flat-out delicious and not much of a mess when it arrives in your hands.
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Don’t miss it if you’re around the neighbourhood and if you’ve gotten yourself vaccinated, you get to redeem a RM10 voucher from MyBurgerLab just by downloading the app!

Menu | 3, Jalan PJS 11/9, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor 
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KUBIS & KALE⁠⁠

This one is for the health-conscious and calorie-counting couples. 
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Opening as one of the early pioneers in Malaysia’s poke bowl scene, Kubis & Kale delivers just the right portion of carbs, fiber and protein that are prepped fresh on the daily. If you’re feeling a lil fancy, you can opt for a premium range of poke bowls that feature unagi to a hearty medium-rare rib-eye steak.

Menu & Delivery | Jalan PJS 11/5, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya

That Hits Your Sweet Tooth  Nothing ends a meal like a sweet and easy-to-eat dessert to keep the night going.

SUGAR & I

Led by a brother-and-sister team that curates Italian-inspired bombolonis to Japanese-style cream puffs, Sugar and I have been taking the internet by storm during the lockdown period with their pillowy filled pastries! Simply hard to resist, be sure to check out KL's most sought-after dessert destinations that are sure to spark up any night out! 

Menu & Delivery | 110, Jalan SS14/1, Ss 14, 47500 Subang Jaya

ICE CREAM BAR 

If you're looking to introduce a lil booze to your date, The Ice Cream Bar has it all served for the occasion! 

From the creators of Inside Scoop, The Ice Cream Bar serves alcohol-infused ice cream with a twist featuring your favourite alcohol concoctions including such decadent choices as the  Whiskey Red Velvet, Smoked Cognac, Bacardi Chocolate Crunch, and Chocolate Bailey. With interesting flavours that tantalize your taste buds - these babies not only melt in your mouth but are sure to lift the spirits!

Menu | Ice Cream Bar, Seapark - 18G, Jalan 21/22, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor 

BONUS - KENNY HILL BAKERS

Famous for their flaky peach strudels, Kenny’s pastries bring a warm, fuzzy feeling to everyone who indulges in them. While we won’t be lounging at their airy space anytime soon, we can at least enjoy their bakery's bounty on the road. Other best sellers we reckon you should go for are their buttery croissants and freshly made organic sourdough pizzas, all of which are neatly packed to enjoy on the go. 

Menu | Kenny Hill Bakers, Ampang - 241-B Lorong Nibong, Off, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Wilayah Persekutuan

A Fitting Match for the Drive

If you’re looking to switch things up with your car just like your dates, Flux is an all-inclusive car subscription service in Malaysia that not only covers your car insurance, loans and maintenance but also the option to swap cars in your subscription. From SUVs and compacts to MPVs and more, you can swap cars that fit the mood for any occasion, from date nights to hanging out with your friends - we’ve got you covered at www.driveflux.com