TOP25 Restaurants in Sarawak

Sarawak's vibrant food scene is a reflection of its rich cultural heritage, diverse communities, and abundance of local ingredients. From bustling local eateries serving iconic Sarawak laksa to elegant restaurants showcasing modern Bornean flavours, there's something to satisfy every palate. With TOP25 Restaurants Sarawak discover and experience the restaurants and unique tastes that make Malaysian Borneo a true gastronomy destination.

Tai Tai Restaurant

Cuisine : International, Western, Peranakan (Nyonya)
Chef : Michelle Zarrah Lim
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Celebrating heritage, flavor, and exceptional hospitality, Tai Tai Restaurant offers a dining experience that seamlessly blends history, culture, and contemporary cuisine.

Little Fairy Cafe (Bidayuh Cuisine)

Cuisine : Sarawakian / Bornean (Bidayuh)
Chef : Robbie Richard Balcarek
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Celebrating the heart of Borneo through food and community, Little Fairy Cafe invites guests into a warm space where local flavors take center stage.

Keeper's Ground

Cuisine : International
Chef : Lojon Anak Nyikey
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Keeper’s Ground is a contemporary café offering welcoming atmosphere, quality coffee, artisan sourdough, and wholesome comfort food. Its spacious layout creates a relaxed social environment …

ROOTS

Cuisine : Contemporary w/ Sarawakian
Chef : John Lim
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Nestled inside Kuching's storied Old Court House, ROOTS is a heritage-framed dining destination where history meets modern culinary craft. Since 2019, Chef John Lim has …

Commons

Cuisine : International, Asian and Western Fusion
Chef : Azwan Mat Yacob
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Commons is a casual dining spot housed in Kuching’s heritage Old Court House since April 2017. It serves a mix of Western comfort, Asian favourites …

Cavakita Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Cuisine : Latin American-Asian Fusion, Malaysian (Sarawakian)
Chef : Angelitha Felicia Stephen
Pricing : $$$
Location : Miri, Sarawak

Cavakita—meaning “Our Cave”—is a rooftop restaurant on Level 15 of Mercure Miri City Centre. It blends Latin American flavors with Asian influences to create vibrant, …

The Bikalan

Cuisine : Chinese, Bidayuh
Chef : John Hamilton
Pricing : $$
Location : Bau, Sarawak

Opened in October 2018, The Bikalan is a restored 1910 Belian shophouse using local materials and methods. Highlights include an 800‑year‑old Belian bar top, outdoor …

Life Café @ Padungan

Cuisine : Chinese with Sarawakian influences
Chef : Lucas Yong
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Life Cafe Padungan sits along Kuching's lively Jalan Padungan, offering a relaxed dining experience wrapped in a warm, Chinese-inspired atmosphere. Wooden textures, oriental accents, and …

KANTIN at The Granary

Cuisine : Sarawakian / Bornean
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

KANTIN at the Granary reimagines Sarawakian food through culture-driven storytelling and bold creativity. Set in a restored Brooke-era building, the restaurant blends traditional Bornean flavors …

Duckie's

Cuisine : Chinese
Chef : Percy James Nishi
Pricing : $$
Location : Kuching, Sarawak

Duckie's, The Original Pak Lo Duck Shop has been a cornerstone of Kuching's culinary scene since 1999. Rooted in the time-honored tradition of Chinese braised …