Charleston’s only Malaysian restaurant, Makan, has launched a new Happy Hour (or “Jam Gembira” in Malay) that is served Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the bar and communal table.
Featured Snacks:
- $5 Spiced Peanuts: A seasoned blend of anchovy, lime leaf and Thai bird chili
- $12 Bak Kwa (Chinese Pork Jerky): Tender pork marinated in Shaoxing wine and Sambal Oelek
- $15 Chili Mussels: Fresh Hollander mussels in rich curry leaf with dried shrimp and Thai bird chili
- Chef’s Special: Rotating seasonal creations
$10 Craft Cocktails & Drinks:
- Kayu-Rita: Blanco tequila, Chinese cassia cinnamon, pomegranate, lemon and Peychaud’s bitters
- Halia & Serai: A Malaysian-inspired gimlet made with lemongrass-infused vodka, ginger and lime
- Wine of the Week: Bartender’s Choice
- Beer & Shot: A classic combo: Narragansett beer with the choice of Espolon Blanco Tequila, Four Roses Yellow Label Bourbon or Rittenhouse Rye
Makan is located at 210 Rutledge Ave.
