Restaurants & Bars
in Sabah

Sabahan cuisine leans into seafood, jungle herbs and tropical fruit — from Kota Kinabalu's waterfront to resort tables under Borneo's most photographed sundown.

Fresh SeafoodSouth China Sea catch, daily
Sabahan CuisineSeafood, jungle herbs, tropical fruit
Resort DiningSix-restaurant marina resorts
Gaya Street MarketKK's Sunday-morning institution
Sunset BarsBorneo's most photographed sundown
Dinner CruisesFrom Sutera Harbour's private marina

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International resort dining

Sutera Harbour Resort

384-acre integrated resort on the South China Sea — two hotels, a private marina, a championship golf course and six restaurants.

Kota Kinabalu waterfront
Beachfront dining & Sunset Bar

Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort

Beachfront resort on Tanjung Aru cape — three white-sand beaches, the famous Sunset Bar, and Borneo's most photographed sundown.

Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Sabahan & international

Shangri-La Rasa Ria

Sabahan cuisine leaning into seafood, jungle herbs and tropical fruit, with Asian and Western rooms across a 64-acre beachfront estate.

Pantai Dalit, Tuaran
Beachfront galas & buffets

Nexus Resort Karambunai

Beachfront resort dining north of the city — the standing choice for beachfront galas and incentive evenings.

Karambunai

Culinary Experiences

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Cooking Classes

Learn local recipes from expert chefs

Food Tours

Guided tours to Sabah's best eats and hidden gems

Wine & Dine

Curated pairing dinners and sommelier experiences

Private Dining

Exclusive dining for special celebrations & events

Insider Tips

Time dinner at Tanjung Aru for Borneo's most photographed sundown

Dinner cruises and executive evenings run from Sutera Harbour's private marina

March–October is the window for pairing dinners with east-coast island and dive add-ons

Halal-certified menus are available throughout Malaysia; resorts add Asian and Western options

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