Location: Bandar Seri Begawan
Top Restaurants in Bandar Seri Begawan
Top Things to do in Bandar Seri Begawan
- 1. Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
- 2. Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque
- 3. Tasek Lama Recreational Park
- 4. Kampong Ayer - Venice of East
- 5. Royal Regalia Museum
- 6. Tamu Kianggeh
- 7. Royal Regalia Builidng
- 8. Istana Nurul Iman
- 9. Kampong Ayer Cultural & Tourism Gallery
- 10. Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Complex
Bandar Seri Begawan Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Bandar Seri Begawan
Bandar Seri Begawan is a city of two terrains: the stilted water villages that make up some of the city's historic aquatic districts stretch out into the sea, while drier districts spread out over the flatter areas of land. The beaches around the area offer vibrant undersea life, drawing scuba enthusiasts and snorkelers from around the world. Above ground the gold-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque dazzles with its intricate marble design and museums provide ample cultural stimulation.
Things to do in Bandar Seri Begawan
1. Excapade Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By Sweet L
Taste & presentation reduced quite a lot over the years. Disappointed with some dishes esp the sushi served via the train for the sloppiness. U eat with your eyes first right? But still an okay place to go in a group for many Seating choices and ambience. Wait staff can take a long time to notice you as they usually rush about the place with food that still seems ages before it's yours.
2. Pondok Sari Wangi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Professional-Pilgrim - Alberta, Canada
Recommended in the Lonely Planet guide to Brunei, we travelled a fair distance to eat supper here. It was well worth it: the food was delicious, and the servings copious. Pleasant wait staff.A movie screen even showed a James Bond movie. I heard that kissing was censored in Brunei, but this movie showed kissing. Maybe bootlegged? What marred the evening was the fact that they appear to have disabled their credit card reader; it rejected THREE different credit cards! Why not just say that they wanted to be paid in cash?
3. Aminah Arif restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By paolojcruz - Pasig, Philippines
We ate at the branch at Batu Bersurat in Gadong.
This restaurant has a well-established reputation for serving a distinctly Bruneian dish, ambuyat. Let's be honest: it's an acquired taste, at best. It's a sticky sago paste that's dipped in various sauces and slurped, not chewed. It's a holdover from the rice shortages of World War 2 that somehow managed to remain in kitches, due to local appeal. Personally, I was somewhat disappointed with how difficult and impractical it is to eat, even if the actual mix of flavors appealed to me.
That said, I still think anyone who visits should give ambuyat a try. After all, it's rarely served elsewhere, even within other parts of Southeast Asia.
The service could have been more tourist-friendly though. It would have been very difficult to order if we weren't with a Malay-speaking friend who lived in Bandar Seri Begawan.
4. Kaizen Sushi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By Ariffin S - Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Kaizen first opened its branch in Kiarong Complex (having the typical plates of sushi, makis etc on an model electric train circulating the serving counter) and despite its smaller area size compared to the Yayasan branch, this place remains my favourite.
Personally I still prefer Kaizen than other japanese restaurants here in Brunei because Kaizen always maintain a very high quality & standard of this Eastern delicacy.
Take note that they close for a break between 2pm/3pm until 6pm daily. Parking spaces are abundant for evening & weekend outings, however finding one during normal daytime working hours can be frustrating.
Might be packed during month ends, so it is advisable to make Reservations in advance or alternatively visit their larger Yayasan branch which actually has a beautiful panoramic view of the Water Village on the Brunei River.
(Note : Photos are of Kiarong outlet & were obtained from the Web & not owned by the reviewer)
5. Jollibee
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By M A - New Zealand
We have been to various branches in Bandar Seri Begawan and all had great service and food. The atmosphere of the restaurants were good. Would recommend for anyone to try. The chicken bucket and the burgers were all of excellent quality. Wish they had a branch in New Zealand.
6. i-Lotus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
7. Le Taj
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By hari m - Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Le Taj is one of the good Indian restaurants in Brunei Darussalam ,it is visited not only by the Indian community here but also by the Bruneians who love Indian cuisine ,Malay cuisine is also available here.
the ambience is good and it is also good for cozy gatherings in a separate room ,the place is central and parking available ,the use of food colorings should be reduced
8. Tasek Brasserie
Overall Ratings
4 based on 58 reviews
This popular restaurant in Bandar Seri Begawan features a relaxed, charming atmosphere and serves a sumptuous buffet, a la carte items, childrens menu, gourmet sandwiches and a variety of light snacks and desserts.
Reviewed By 585Rodney585 - Farnborough, United Kingdom
My wife and I ate in this restaurant on four occasions, two breakfasts and two dinners and each time the quality was excellent. The staff were very attentive and helpful, all with a smile on their faces. Breakfast is a buffet style with everything you would expect with the exception of bacon, being a Muslim country this is a no no. Eggs were cooked to order and were perfect. Dinner on the other hand is different as you have a choice between a buffet at B$25 or the Al A Carte which is brought to the table by a waitress/waiter. Over the two nights I ate the fish & fries, the Won Ton Soup and the stir fried noodles. My wife indulged on the steak baguette and Penang Curry. Each and every dish was plentiful and delicious. Sorry that this was our last day here.
9. Bello Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By David W - Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
Good location across from the football fields. Sat outside in the evening. Ordered the Mushroom Burger and Pasta. Both were excellent. Lava cake was a hit! Good selection of teas served with tea pots. Great for lunch or dinner good value for money.
10. Sorriso Restaurant & Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By 247Carpe_Diem
Chef and the team are friendly. I find the food so-so for the price we pay. What i like is that he chef can change the menu according to what we want
