Location: Penampang
Top Restaurants in Penampang
Top 10 restaurants in Penampang, Malaysia
Penampang (Malay: Pekan Penampang) is the capital of the Penampang District in the West Coast Division of Sabah, Malaysia. Its population was estimated to be around 93,616 in 2010, with ethnic Kadazan as the majority. The town has virtually become a suburb of Kota Kinabalu and considered as part of Greater Kota Kinabalu area.
Things to do in Penampang
1. Brass Monkey Cafe & Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Been the talk of the town since 2000, serving only the best and fine western cuisine. Local authentic upcoming. International fine wines, cocktails, mocktails, spirits and beers. Cozy, family friendly enviroment. A place you feel at home. Must try.
Reviewed By Jlm1983
As the locals we LOVE Bras Monkey. I left KK for a decade, came back and still found the same great flavor and passion in each dish. As a hotelier and curious explorer, I travelled around the world, eating my way through the world from London to Colombia and Bras Monkey is still one of the finest. It’s a place to enjoy great food and company in a quirky atmosphere. #mysabah #brasmonkey #monkeybusiness
2. Ferdinand's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
Listed as one of Malaysia's best restaurants by Malaysia Tatler, Ferdinand's is a world class Italian restaurant offering the most exquisite fine-dining experience served with style, charm and attention to detail open only for that perfect night out.Open daily from 6.00pm to 11.00pm.
Reviewed By TheCbert - Brisbane, Australia
We found ourselves in Kota Kinabalu on my wife's birthday and decided to attend Ferdinand's on the basis of other reviews that we read on trip advisor. We have been to many restaurants in many places in the world and this was right up there with the best of them. This was a wonderful evening of fine dining, outstanding service and a surprise at every turn.
What made this special was not only the three course meal, but all of the extras that came with it - the view, the clip on Reading light for the menu, the appetisers, the palate cleansers, petite fours, the string trio that played in the restaurant and later sang happy birthday to my wife and played some extra songs for her while we ate the special (again extra) birthday cake that the restaurant provided.
The service provided by our waiter Gerald and all of the staff was second to none. Thankyou Ferdinand's for a wonderful evening!
3. Sunset Bar at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 521 reviews
Perched on the edge of its very own peninsular, Sunset Bar is a world away from the madding crowd, yet close enough to the heart of Kota Kinabalu city. This trendy and upscale bar brings fresh meaning to the term “perfectly chilled” and sets the standard in style and five-star service along with what can only be described as a stunning view of the sweeping Kota Kinabalu colourful skyline. This chic hang-out has locals and guests flocking for a spot on Sunset Bar’s natural timber decking furnished with cosy couple loungers. Tune into the whispering sounds of the ocean whilst Sunset Bar’s sultry and mood-enhancing tunes keep the vibe fun. An authentic Borneo lepa (boat) seeks attention as the bar’s unique hanging centrepiece, flanked by traditional handcrafted Borneo totems. Alfresco tables and seats along the bar make for a relaxed space. Opens daily from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm (weather permitting). Snacks are available from 4:30pm to 10:30pm.
Reviewed By meaningremission - Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Wanted so much to view the sunset from this strategic place, while enjoying a cool beer. Unfortunately, it was a rainy afternoon, hence what we got was a grey and cloudy sky.
4. Happy Vines
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
**Please note that Happy Vines Private Kitchen is closed, as the Chef is on sabbatical in Singapore. We intend to re-open by 2nd quarter of 2018 **<br><br>We are a closed-door restaurant located in the suburbs of Penampang, 20-mins drive from Kota Kinabalu.Our Chef is Singapore-trained & UK-qualified.He sources & showcases mainly fresh local ingredients for the dishes and usually served typically Asian, communal-dining style."French Culinaire, Asian Flair"Happy Vines conducts courses in "Basically WINE with Food" and "Basically COOKING with Wine". We have newly introduced our "Cooking a KADAZAN feast" session.Check our website for details.
Reviewed By QTK8 - Bangkok
My bf & I celebrated our anniversary in Kota Kinabalu and we decided to go to Happy Vines for this special event and it was very very special.
Even when I was sick, the food still tastes so yummy to me!
We tried all sorts of exotic cheese from Europe, different types of wine that is hard to get in Asia and also a special type ham that is really rare (forgot the name but the ham has like, less than 1% fat if I'm not mistaken, hahaha!).
The owner (also the chef), Remy, has traveled to most parts of Europe and brought back all sorts of unique food stuff from there, which was very special.
We also learned a lot about Western food from him so it was also an educational evening for us.
We had such a unique experience and will definitely go back there again.
The food that was served to us consists of:
STARTERS -
Prawns fried in Bacon
Tortilla Espana
Fillet of Fish with Coriander Salsa
FIRST PLATE -
Seared Tuna with Noodles tossed with Carrots & Capsicums flavoured with Citrus Soy
SECOND PLATE -
Seafood Paella
THIRD PLATE -
Mutton Ragu served with Spaghetti & Ratatouille Vegetables
DESSERT -
Queso de la Serena on Biscuit
Fresh Fruit Juice
The place is 20 minutes drive away from the town area and not all cabs know the location of this place so if you need a ride to this place, call Vincent Mawan (+60146553166) then show him the address: 74 Taman Malakun, Jalan Putatan Ramayah | Penampang. He will know where to take you and its only rm20 for one way trip.
Remy and his wife are very very friendly & helpful so if you would like to customize your own dinner menu, you can email him at [email protected]
Check out this link for pictures and lists of food selection: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.220660107982764.50540.117749908273785&type=3
If you want to have a special romantic evening, I PROMISE you that you won't regret eating here! :D
5. Super Tanker
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Terry R - Malaysia
fully AC, the food is well prepare n presented. the cod fish is expensive but really nice at RM80 a plate. been here many times most of the time is to entertain outside guess. normally dominated by the chinese and its always full house. i believe they close on wednesday. they server good food so i highly recommend this place at least once. time to use that credit card. 8/10
6. May Flower Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Guywholovestravel - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
First Class Foods? To the China tourists and Second Class Foods? to the local people. But anyway for me it's like another restaurant that serve normal foods which is the price were not that reasonable. But unless you're super rich until you don't place to spend, you come here and spend. It would be nice one.
7. Madam Ing Fish Noodle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
8. La Vintage Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Shan0407 - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
The atmosphere is nice, especially good for special occasion dining. Outside Seating for drinking with liveband, the liveband is just average, sometimes it's annoying.
Price is average for drinks and food. The food that they served is really bad, pasta, pizza, chicken wings, lamb rack, that were what we ordered. None of them are delicious. The lamb rack portion is quite pricey with the price. If you want to dine with good atmosphere and not so care about food quality, you can try to visit.
Definitely I will just for drinking if I go back to La Vintage.
9. May Flower Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Terry R - Malaysia
was invited to a wedding here on the top floor and the food was really nice. i hv never eaten here other than attending weddings. i assume the wedding food are from the same kitchen than u wont go wrong. its a big place so finding a place to sit shouldn't b an issue. they server no port to cater for the muslim n its typical Chinese dish. 7/10
10. Dragon Seafood Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By DaddyKristian - Penampang, Sabah
Located in Penampang Sabah. Don't come when its early in the morning, they don't serve anything yet. Come around 9am, when all are settle. The soup noodle are great. Can be either from chicken, fish or pork. If you ask for a fried rice or fried noodle, they don't cook anything early in the morning. The cooking from kitchen area only start from 4-5PM onwards. Can come by dinner time, ask for the specials. They have various specialties every day. It only operates until 12AM.
