KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 -- One of Malaysia's most storied dining institutions is scaling back its "fleet."

The Ship, the legendary vessel-themed steakhouse chain, has announced the closure of two of its most historic locations in Kuala Lumpur and George Town, marking the end of decades of culinary history.

The announcements, made via separate social media updates this week, reveal that the Bukit Bintang outlet in Kuala Lumpur and the Jalan Sri Bahari branch in George Town will both cease operations by the end of April 2026.

Farewell to a Bukit Bintang landmark

After 35 years of serving as a permanent fixture in the city's Golden Triangle, The Ship Bukit Bintang will officially weigh anchor on April 19 (Sunday).

Management cited the con...