Italian Dining with Style at Senja, Hotel Saujana KL
What would you say to dining at a place with breathtaking views like this?
Lake view and golf course
Or having a glass of wine at a place like this?
Lakeside dining
Isn’t the place just amazing? I have to admit I was just in awe when I reached this restaurant, lingering around it for a good few minutes before stepping my foot inside. I just loved the view of the lake and the green golf course beyond it. And where could this place be other than Senja Restaurant at Hotel Saujana Kuala Lumpur.
Senja Restaurant, Hotel Saujana KL
The whole building was like a bungalow on its own, vintage, grand and huge.
The main entrance to Senja
The awe didn’t stop there, for once I stepped inside, I was taken aback by how classy the place was! Each table was set meticulously, lined with crisp, white table cloth. And best of all? There were fresh bouquets on each table! *loves*
Interior dining at Senja Restaurant
Al fresco dining
The beautiful table setting
I found my favourite white roses here too! 
Fresh flowers on each table
The place was so pretty and elegant, it’s definitely the place I would go for a romantic date out. 
We were served with some very cute canapes and fresh bread while waiting for our food.
Canapes
Fresh bread
Perhaps a glass of wine or two? Wines were supplied by Albert Wines, which also supplies wines to many other hotels in KL. For someone who doesn’t love wine, I found something that I liked here! It was the Santa Margherita Prosecco, a type of Sparkling White Wine which was so easy to drink.
Santa Margherita Prosecco and 2007 Sangiovese
We sampled a menu of authentic Italian food that night, prepared by a chef from Italy himself. The Adriatic Seafood Salad was presented first, which was made from mussel, shrimp, bits of calamari and served with a piece of cheese on the side. Exquisite.
Insalata di Mare dell’ Adriatico (Adriatic Seafood Salad)
Most of us in Malaysia are used to eating pizza with chicken, beef or seafood. But the original Italian pizza is actually made from nothing but cheese. Lots of it! The secret, according to the waiter, was to sprinkle some chilli oil on top to bring out the goodness of the pizza. And true enough, he was right! Those thin crusted pizza filled with cheese certainly is the way to a man’s, I mean woman’s, stomach.
Pizza Margherita (Tomato and fresh mozarella)
Senja does put effort in giving the patrons a memorable dining experience. Aside from the thoughtful fresh flowers at every table, there’s also a 3-piece band playing that night. They went around all the tables and played a couple of songs at each one of them, keeping the patrons entertained and certainly jovial. You could even request for a specific song to be sung!
Fun 3-piece band
The second pizza we had was made from 4 types of cheese! What did I tell ya? Italians and cheese are synonymous baby!
Pizza Quattro Formaggi (Mozzarella, gorgonzola, emmenthal and provolone)
The Risotto or Italian rice was creamy without being soggy.
Risotto alla Milanese (Saffron Milanese Risotto)
Of course, what’s Italian food without some good old pastas?
Linguine Mellegusti (Linguine with cream bolognese and fresh herbs)
Rigatoni Alla Norma (Rigatoni pasta with eggplant, ricotta and tomato)
The pan fry sea bass did not disappoint with a fillet of fresh and firm fish, cooked to perfection.
Branzino Scottato Servito su Pure’ di Piselli e Salsa All’ Arancio (Pan fry sea bass with green pea and orange juice)
And last but not least, there’s no need to even guess the dessert. It’s the famous Classic Tiramisu, and the chef did it splendidly with fluffy sponge and light cream on top. Oh, eat that with a scoop of chocolate ice-cream too, to make the experience so much sweeter.
Classico Tiramisu
All the dishes were made possible thanks to the Chef!
The Chef from Italy
For a taste of authentic Italian cuisine with fabulous views and romantic decor, give Senja Restaurant a try.
Senja Restaurant
The Saujana Kuala Lumpur
Saujana Resort,
Jalan Lapangan Terbang SAAS,
40140 Shah Alam,
Selangor Darul Ehsan,
Malaysia.
Tel: +603 – 7843 1234
Email: [email protected]
www.saujanahotel.com
Comments (29)
got mosquitoes or not? the last time i went, kena a lot of mosquitoes
LOL! I was wearing long pants, so I didn’t get any mosquito bites! Not sure if they’re still there…
the place looks really nice, can increase appetite. lol
whoa! i love the place!! n of course those great foods!
Caroline recently posted..My Sweethearts
the meal is great and the environment must be very romantic during the night
wyyv recently posted..Sweet Hut – Kuchai Dynasty Central
another wow, i would say
ai wei recently posted..Pla dib – The Heritage Village- Seri Kembangan
why all your makan places so posh one? the ambiance is so quiet and romantic..
claire recently posted..Visit To The Berlins Bier Houz
Owh I miss that place!
Super romantic.
Esty recently posted..CHAPTER 16 – DIM SUM CULINARY WORKSHOP WITH CHEF LO TIAN SION
Food looks ok…but that tiramisu is a killer!!! YUM!!!! The name “Senja” like Malay or Indon restaurant leh…???
suituapui recently posted..Three…
Yea the name is Malay I think, as with the other restaurants in Saujana. It used to serve other cuisine, Italian is the latest from their newest chef.
Wowww…Nice ambiance and nice food.
Heaven!
jfook recently posted..Its so hard to be Kuchingnite-
nice place….
Heard the Tiramisu dam nice wor….hehe! Nice foods …
uLi recently posted..Root Vegetables at Toh Lee Chinese Restaurant- Hotel Nikko KL
Hmmm…seems everyone eyeing on the Tiramisu…..sigh me too!!
Mommy Ling recently posted..100 Strikes
wow.. never try a pizza with just cheese, cheese, cheese and more cheese.. haha.. sounds mouth-watering to me.. ^>^
Cassiemissy recently posted..The city of Lights
LOL! You love cheese eh?
Nice pics darling, nice work, is it manual mode?
Yup, fully manual.. thank you!
oh boy…wat a lovely place to dine and love the rissoto pics…like the food too…
vialentino recently posted..Dim Sum CHEF IN THE MAKING – Hotel Nikko Kuala Lumpur
really nice ambiance, even though i m not a wine person, but taking tiramisu with my cuppa should b a nice experience
SimpleGirl recently posted..Steamed Fish Head-Good Taste Chef
wow the food wqas truly gorgeous, Kudos to the chef! It was a really laugh nite outing which reminds me of andrew & bok! lol! One of the best dining experience!
Was told that Gordon Ramsey was here too! wow!
Big Boys Oven recently posted..Sunny Yaw Going Tarlets Baking Class JULY
but the name of that restaurant doesn’t sound italian at all leh..
wah, that linguine, such a HUGE portion, hahahaha!!
i also went for italian food just now in KLCC mah.. but american style pizza and pasta lah.. hahahaha!!
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where is the sunset? Lovely food though? drooling jor.
kathy recently posted..A Little Bird Sent Me Shattered Hearts-
i want the cheese pizza!! and the tiramisu too!
so tempting!
kenwooi recently posted..My Grandma and Her Super Skill
Hey there, Can I know what the price range of proper dinner for two at this place? Would be much appreciated! Thanks…
Hi Ash,
Pricing starts from RM40++ per person. Very affordable
thanks for the prompt reply.. Well I am talking bout a nice romantic date.. Like a 4-5 course dinner with some proper wine? How much would that be?
Can you ask them to prepare a multi course dinner or would you have to choose the items individually by yourself? ie – you choose the appetizers, entres and what not by yourself OR do they have set multi course dinners?
Hi Ash,
I wish I could give you more info but to be on the safe side (at the risk of giving you wrong info), I think it would be better to get the accurate info from the restaurant itself.
Please call Senja at 03 7843 1234 ext 4068 ya!
italian foods are very tasty and most of their recipes are heart friendly too –`