Where to eat Malaysian food in Sarawak: The Best Restaurants and Bars

August 13, 2019 Russell Mellin

Reviews on Malaysian food in Sarawak, Malaysia. Sarawak (/səˈrɑːwɒk/; Malay: [saˈrawaʔ]) is a state of Malaysia. Being the largest among 13 other states with the size almost equal to West Malaysia, Sarawak is located in northwest Borneo Island, Sarawak is bordered by the Malaysian state of Sabah to the northeast, Kalimantan, the Indonesian portion of Borneo, to the south, and the independent country of Brunei in the north. The capital city, Kuching, is the economic centre of the state and seat of the Sarawak state government. Other cities and towns in Sarawak include Miri, Sibu, and Bintulu. As of the 2015 census, the population of Sarawak was 2,636,000. Sarawak has an equatorial climate with tropical rainforests and abundant animal and plant species. It has several prominent cave systems at Gunung Mulu National Park. Rajang River is the longest river in Malaysia; Bakun Dam, one of the largest dams in Southeast Asia, is located on one of its tributaries, the Balui River. Mount Murud is the highest point in Sarawak.
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10. Top Spot Ling Loong Seafood No.6 & 33

Jalan Padungan Store No.6 & 33 - 6th Floor, Kuching 93100 Malaysia Chinese, Seafood, Asian, Malaysian Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Table Service, Seating, Parking Available, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +60 14-684 8368 http://www.facebook.com/pages/%E7%8E%B2%E7%8F%91%E6%B5%B7%E9%B2%9C/257528061034422
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4 based on 172 reviews

Top Spot Ling Loong Seafood No.6 & 33

Reviewed By 821RichardL

This is a fantastic local eating experience in Kuching which we were recommended to go to. It’s on top of a multi-storey car park (don’t let that put you off) in the centre of Kuching. When you get there it’s a bit manic (at least around 7.30pm), full of local people. The atmosphere is very buzzy and fun. I think it is more or less just seafood. Basically you choose your fish from a stall (not a street stall but essentially a restaurant) and they cook it and bring it to your table. We were recommended stall 25 which did not disappoint and stall 33 was also recommended if 25 was busy (they are next door to one another - not sure about the numbering as I think there were only about 10 stalls). I’m sure the others would be great too. The food was delicious - we went for sea bass (I think), crab and squid with some noodles - absolutely delicious and it only cost 87 ringgits which I still struggle to believe was the correct price. Go there, it’s great.

9. Ming Cafe

Cnr Jln North Yu Seng & Jln Merbau, Miri 98000 Malaysia Indian, Bar, Cafe, Pub, Malaysian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Television, Full Bar, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +60 85-422 797 http://www.mingcafe.com.my
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4 based on 490 reviews

Ming Cafe

Reviewed By rizm2018

Mings Cafe is one of those place that always has a great atmosphere, along with great food and great prices.Does get very busy in the evening so sometime hard to get a seat. If your in Miri, definitely a place to visit but get there early!Thanks, Rizm

8. Zest

Jalan Temenggong Datuk Oyong Lawai, Miri 98000 Malaysia Asian, Malaysian, International Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Parking Available, [email protected] +60 85-421 121 http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/MYYMC&scid=d42e66eb-35c2-4d9c-9219-ae39f3a2ca9f
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4 based on 131 reviews

Zest

All- Day- Dining, Zest restaurant serving theme buffet and ala carte menu through breakfast, lunch and dinner periods with tempting flavors of Local, Continental and Asian cuisine. Affordable and value for money for all walks of life. Ideal place for busi

Reviewed By JSRKTH

We have stayed at the Miri Marriott a fair few times over the last couple of months and have dined at Zest in the morning for breakfast and in the evening for dinner. A very clean environment, but very busy, so if you prefer a quiet meal this might not be the place for you. Breakfast - a pretty impressive selection of food, breads, cakes, egg station, noodle station, cereals, fresh fruit, pancakes, juices, selection of teas and coffee...Dinner - lots of food on offer but I personally struggle to find things that go well together from the buffet selection or the fish is always gone before I get there. The seafood station looks amazing but it isn't very clear on what you can have or how to have it, so I haven't been brave enough to try it yet. There is usually a beef stew on offer in the buffet area and the taste of carrots and mushrooms in it are delicious...Watch out for bones in it though, we got caught out with the children. Green steamed vegetables are very nice and fresh. We generally make a trip to the BBQ area for the children and gather a big plate of BBQ food and add a plate of wedges and salad etc. Ice cream is yummy and deserts always look and taste very good.Dear JSRKTH,Greeting from Zest Restaurant !Thank you for choosing Zest as dining venue for your dinner recently. I would like thank you for your feedback and suggestion. Our team are happy to hear that you enjoy your day at Zest Restaurant.Have a good day! RegardsGunalanF&B Manager

7. Borneo Delight

13 Wayang Street, Kuching Malaysia Asian, Malaysian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +60 17-504 8094
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4 based on 223 reviews

Borneo Delight

Reviewed By ETLY_13

We had a sumptuous lunch with chicken cooked in bamboo which you need to order before hand. The decor is simple and service homely. Great for an unusual but not too adventurous meal.

6. Bonzer Restaurant

Lot 826, Jalan Yu Seng Utara, Miri 98000 Malaysia Fusion, Asian, Malaysian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +60 85-415 888 http://www.kingwoodmiri.com.my/
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4 based on 112 reviews

Bonzer Restaurant

We happen to think that food brings people together. With this in mind, we invite you to experience our unobtrusive yet dependable restaurant and a quaint lobby cafe that make one of the best home-brewed cup of coffee in Miri. Come together with great fri

Reviewed By Heyyylow

My partner and I tried this resto coz of the good reviews but it was a very disappointing experience. We both enjoyed the ambience and service but the food and drinks were disappointing. We ordered ceasar wrap, carbonara and chicken cordon bleu. The carbonara sauce tasted like its premade sauce you can buy from the supermarket, have tried so much better. The cordon bleu chicken breast was dry. For the price of the food its not worth it. Also the drinks was a bit tasteless and my bf’s drink which was the royal calamsi has seeds and calamansi skin blended?? I was just as confuse as he was. The ceasar wraps, on the other hand, i suprisingly enjoyed.We appreciate you taking the time to write this feedback. Please accept our sincere apologies if our Pasta Cabonara and Chicken Cordon Bleu were not to your liking. We take all reviews seriously and we try to conduct our own post-mortem as best as we can. We do not serve pre-bought Carbonara sauce as how you perceive it, instead we cook it à la minute where it is prepared to order. As our kitchen is Halal certified, you will never taste the true Carbonara sauce here because of the ingredients used. We will not include Pasta Carbonara in our upcoming new menu.Once again, we thank you for your thoughts and will keep them in mind as we strive to improve in any way that we can.Best regards,Restaurant Manager

5. Bla Bla Bla

27 Jln Tabuan, Kuching 93100 Malaysia Malaysian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +60 82-233 944 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bla-Bla-Bla-Restaurant/169856526389211
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4 based on 744 reviews

Bla Bla Bla

Reviewed By walkformilers

We decided to visit Bla Bla Bla, after reading the reviews and wanting something a bit different. I can definitely say we got that!The chicken in pandan leaves which we ordered first were excellent so we were quite hopeful. My partner ordered the fish Thai style. When we asked we were told in came with Chilli. What they meant was smothered in sweet chilli sauce. Not good.The special noodles basically are crispy noodles in gloop, something we didn’t expect from the ‘gravy’ description...It took us a long time to find someone to complain to but when we did they did take these two dishes off the bill, (which is why I have given it 2 stars not 1).If you like massive portions of OKish food this place is for you, if you like good food go to Cha Bo next door... it’s much better

4. Lepau Restaurant

395 Ban Hock Rd, Kuching 93400 Malaysia Asian, Malaysian, Fusion Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout, Free Off-Street Parking, Live Music [email protected] +60 12-884 5383 http://www.facebook.com/lepaurestaurant
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4 based on 242 reviews

Lepau Restaurant

Winner of the Best Innovative Ethnic Restaurant for the 20th Malaysia Tourism Award 2018 A unique local homegrown restaurant set in the heart of Kuching city serving authentic Sarawakian food prepared by a team of enthusiastic and passionate food lovers.

Reviewed By k0hk3

Set in a Kayan kampung style farm hut, Lepau is a homegrown restaurant serving Sarawakan food. No pork or lard. Though it is non-AC, it is quite cosy especially in the evening with all its neon lights.The captain patiently explained some of the tradition dishes as we were a little ignorant. Food was great and the price was very affordable. RM80 for 3 adults.We tried the pansuh chicken and the wrapped brown barrio rice for the very first time. Rice was healthy and a little starchy but tasted good. Chicken stuffed in bamboo stick cooked over open fire was tender with strong flavour of ginger, galangal, lemongrass and other spices. Gave me the impression of clean taste and not oily.Belacan ladies finger was spicy with lot of flavours. Went well with the rice. Prawns Fiona (Tepus) were crispy with sweet and sour sauce. It was deep fried with tinge of ginger flavour. You actually can eat the prawn without removing the shell. Very crispy. Vegetable sweet corn soup was not as creamy as it should be.We had an enjoyable dinner here. Portion was adequate for us. Service was courteous. You know how popular this restaurant is judging by the huge number of patrons.

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3. Ceylonese Restaurant

Green Hill Road Lot 95, Kuching 93250 Malaysia Indian, Asian, Malaysian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service +60 82-231 391 https://www.facebook.com/CeyloneseRestaurant/
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4 based on 193 reviews

Ceylonese Restaurant

Reviewed By Hazelnutmynut

The place was packed with human the moment i arrived....So, we had to wait to get a table for 2....We tried the famous cheese naan and fried banana cheese which we love it immediately after had a first bite....oh...it feel like a love at first sight.....And, because of the limited stomach storage, we only able to try out 2 dishes and "tapao' the balance back home as we are too full with cheese...The food was so good that we will be back for more...Teh tarik was superb too....Well, i love Ceylonese now...hahaha

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2. The Bikalan

33 Siniawan Bazaar, Siniawan, Bau Siniawan, Kuching 94000 Malaysia Bar, Pub, Malaysian, European, Asian Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Takeout, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wine and Beer [email protected] http://www.thebikalan.com
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5 based on 56 reviews

The Bikalan

Opened 4th October 2018! Just 25km from Kuching stands Siniawan, an historic street of 1920’s wooden shop houses that time seemed to forget. In the center of Siniawan & facing the Sarawak river, is The Bikalan, a recently renovated pub/restaurant serving

Reviewed By johnwatsonbrandah

One of the best bar in Kuching. Both Andy and Grace are very friendly and will make sure you feel at home. The price for their beers is very cheap and they do serve traditional drinks such as langkau and tuak a must try when you're in Sarawak. A must visit if you are in Kuching and they have a beautiful bar counter made out of Borneo iron wood.Hi Watson, thank you so much for your kind review! We all really appreciate you taking the time. It is especially relevant as we tend to think of TripAdvisor in terms of our international guests, but you show us that locals use it too. Thanks again bro, hope we see you again soon

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1. Indah House Kuching - Cafe, Art Event Space, Homestay, Cooking Class

38 Upper China Street off Carpenter Street, Kuching 93000 Malaysia Cafe, Asian, Healthy, Malaysian, Fusion Drinks, Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Delivery, Reservations, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Free Off-Street Parking [email protected] +60 12-388 6535 http://www.CookingClassKuching.com
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4 based on 271 reviews

Indah House Kuching - Cafe, Art Event Space, Homestay, Cooking Class

INDAH is more than just a living art gallery. Visitors will get to see, interact & learn from Sarawak artist & guides over Italian coffee & in-house-made cakes,, wholemeal bun & variety of nasi lemak (coconut fragrance rice) savouries & ice cream. We also

Reviewed By Martin B

I can not begin to say enough about Inah house. Trudy and her husband Colin are the most wonderful, friendly and trustworthy people one could meet. We worked with Trudy from Australia to arrange all of our activities. We started out time with them by doing Trudy's cooking class. She met us at the market to buy the food and then on to the cooking class. I would rate this activity as an 11 out of 10. Even those in the group who were not enthusiastic to begin with loved the morning. We were in Kuching for 4 days and prior to arriving Trudy had helped me chose all ouf our activities and arrange them for us. We then went on to do jungel tours and visit the local longhouse village etc. It was all wonderful. My recommendation to anyone visiting Kuching is to work with Trudy for suggestions and then book it through her. All the guides were amazing. We only had to pay a reasonable deposit and she is the best person to make recommendations. We booked our hotel seperately but everything else was through Indah House. N.B. Colin her husband is also great fun.

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