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March 10, 2016 Comments Off Where to eat

Hard Rock Cafe Kota Kinabalu

With a total of 198 venues in 63 countries, including 152 cafes, 21 hotels and 10 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies. Now, the first branch in East Malaysia is open and it is located in Kota Kinabalu!

The place needs little introduction, food, drinks and entertainment are what HRC is known for. There’s also the famous Rock Shop where visitors will be able to buy rock n roll themed merchandises as well as Kota Kinabalu-specific merchandises.

Opening Hours
RESTAURANT HOURS:
Mon-Sun 11:30am to 10.30pm (Full Menu)
10:30pm till late (Snack Menu)

BAR HOURS:
Sun-Thurs 11:30am till late
Fri, Sat & Eve of Public Holidays 11:30am till late

Pub Hours (Live Music) – 21 Year of Age And Above – 10.30pm till late

ROCK SHOP® HOURS:
Mon-Sun 10:30pm-10.30pm

Getting There
Hard Rock Cafe is located at Oceanus Waterfront Mall

February 20, 2016 Comments Off Where to eat

5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork

5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork Restaurant has a branch each in Centrepoint, Gaya Street, City Mall and Suria Sabah, all located in Kota Kinabalu.

If you are looking for BBQ Pork in char sui or sui yuk style, 5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork Restaurant is a good choice. Besides that, this restaurant offers a variety of dishes, with the most popular among them being BBQ meat and traditional chicken. Another popular dish is the chicken rice that gets accompanied with chicken, pork and duck dishes. The food here is nicely presented with them being tasty, authentic and extremely affordable. List of other crowds- pullers include BBQ pork noodles, King Do noodles, sweet and sour fish rice, seafood flat noodle and double boiled soups. This place is a must visit and should be placed high in everyone’s itinerary.

February 18, 2016 Comments Off Interesting Places

Nightlife in Kota Kinabalu (Part 2)

This the second part from Nightlife in Kota Kinabalu that we have posted previously. Sabah or North Borneo might be known more for its regular biodiversity and their novel verdure. Be that as it may, its capital city Kota Kinabalu can likewise be abounding with life and fun, particularly with regards to the nightlife.
Here is some a greater amount of the most event bars and bars you might find in Kota Kinabalu

Q Bar
Q Bar in Kota Kinabalu is one of KK’s long-standing gathering venues furthermore happens to be one of its most conspicuous straight-accommodating gay bars.
Popular amongst the gay and lesbian group, Q Bar is truly for any individual who likes to party in an air where you don’t need to rationalize who you are.
Located in Gaya Street a couple parts down from the Tong Hing Supermarket, Q Bar most consistently elements a DJ behind the decks, and each Friday entertainment is given by the Q Bar Girls who put on a fanciful, swarm satisfying supper club appear.
A vast, round (Q shape) bar possesses the focal point of the venue, making it simple to take a seat and see who else is taking a seat. Super friendly staff and loquacious benefactors make Q Bar an extremely social venue.

Credit cards are accepted.

Tuesday to Thursday it will be open from 9 PM to 1.30 AM
Friday from 9 PM to 3 AM
Saturday from 9 PM to 3.30AM
Monday and Sunday open from 9 PM to 1 AM.

Prices are on the high side.
Tel: +6016 847 3085

Shamrock Irish Bar
Shamrock Irish Bar is located at the Waterfront Kota Kinabalu, right in the middle of the city’s nightlife strip.
Drop in for a bite to eat during the day or dinner in the evening and find an ample supply of draught lager and stout on tap.
Also known for showing Aussie rules and the international Rugby Union games, Shamrock in the KK Waterfront is a popular hangout for locals and expats who enjoy oval-shaped ball sports.

Credit cards are accepted here.
Opening time is Sunday to Thursday 12 PM – 1 AM, and Friday, Saturday 12 PM – 2 AM.
Tel: +608 824 9829

Shenanigan’s Fun Pub – Hyatt Regency
Shenanigan’s Fun Pub is one of the oldest nightspots in Kota Kinabalu.
Beverages’ price will be on the high side and this ought not out of the ordinary as it’s a lodging bar.
Great music and assortment, that keep your feet moving and dancing. Because of its built up and mark power, even the old clocks otherwise known as youthful at hearts affection to keep on coming back to this place.
There is a performance every day except on Sunday.

They accept credit card here.
Opening hours Monday to Thursday (5 PM – 1 PM)
Friday to Saturday (5 PM – 1.30 AM)
Tel: +608 822 1234

Sully’s Bar
This bar is owned by John and Jane. A couple from England that decided to stay in Sabah after they fell in love with this country and its people when they were on holiday here.
What make Sully’s Bar different from the other bars? Well, most of the club and bars here will play the same genre of music. John and Jane open this place so that their customers can enjoy some jazzy music so you will find yourself more ease and grooving while hang out here instead of listening to loud thumping music.
Their Menu consists of a good range of single malt whiskies, fine wines, and cocktails. They also have their own a pool table for you to play and enjoy yourself while listening to their jazz music.

Located at KK Times Square, they will open from Monday to Saturday (5 PM – 1.30 AM), and for Sunday (6 PM – 12.30 AM)
Credit cards accepted here.
Tel: +068 844 7107

Vino Vino
Calling themselves a wine lounge, Vino was said to have the vastest choices of fine wine around the local area. Sounds pretty much right when you consider that the bar is called Vino. Wine bottles line the red block dividers with dull wooden shafts, and the climate is all clunking classed and hushed conversations. Add to that shine of the overhanging precious stone crystal fixture and you have a tasteful freebee. Try not to be intimidated by the tremendous decisions of wine available, for the sommelier is dependably close by to assist. The food is great and their espressos expertly blended as well.
Patrons consists of the corporate group, with a sprinkling of inquisitive visitor and local people.

Opening hours: Monday to Friday (12 PM – 1 AM), Saturday (12 PM – 2 AM), Sunday/Public Holiday (5 PM – 12 AM)
Tel: +608 848 6363

February 17, 2016 Comments Off Interesting Places

Night life in Kota Kinabalu (Part 1)

Kota Kinabalu is best known as a portal to Sabah’s best tourist destination and appealing destinations all through the Borneo Island.

In any case, don’t make that trick you. Kota Kinabalu itself has its very own number attractions.

As a getaway center and the capital city of the Sabah (which used to be known as North Borneo), Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu is a hotbed for live diversion and extraordinary gathering too
And locals here really know how to party and enjoy their nightlife!
In this post, we going to tell you a few main places that are popular among the local and the tourist to enjoy their nightlife.

B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination)
BED is the most popular nightlife spot in Kota Kinabalu. It is situated in Kota Kinabalu’s Waterfront and it is about as close to the western concept of a club that you can find in KK.
The enormous inside has a huge stage as the primary center and an oval bar that takes up a lot of space right in the focal point of the floor.
High tables and seats speck the bar, with 2 semi-shut off territories on either side of the stage. opposite the stage is a multi-level range from where regulars and individuals reign over the laborers beneath.
BED ordinarily has a few or other band with sparsely clad, revolving individuals making an alright showing of belting out tunes that are present and pop.
DJs do their thing in the middle of band sets.
BED is a decision destination for hedonistic debauchery until the small hours of basically any night in Kota Kinabalu.

Credit Card is accepted here and it will open daily from 6 PM to late night.
Tel: +608 825 1901

Cock & Bull
Cock & Bull is a great place to chill out and enjoy the nice cool breeze while sipping cocktails or drinking draught beer.
The first Cock & Bull branch opened in December 2004 and from there, they offered their customers more intimate environment to the Kota Kinabalu Waterfront. The first thing that will catch your eyes when you step into this bar will be the island bar, with over 50 types of liquors.
You can catch a football match in action with their two huge screens. This joint has been a mainstay and one of top attraction since the Waterfront opened. Nestled below the large projector screens is where their live band sings every night starting from 9:00 pm.
Besides Waterfront, they also open their branch in another few locations around the city.
Besides that, they also provide service for their guest to make any event from intimate gatherings to large affairs. They can customize their menu and planning to your personal event. How cool is that?

Credit card accepted. Open daily from 3 PM to late night.Tel: +608 823 9848
Tel: +608 823 9848

Cowboy Bar
Tucked away in Asia City, the heart of the KK city center, just a stone throw away from Cititel Express and The Hilton KK, this spot is nothing but entertaining.
With an almost everything there is you can find in a bar, this one’s got it and more… The live 9pc band, DJ, tournament pool table, dart, lots of variety of drinks. Friendly local staff in uniforms greet and welcome.
With a variety of whiskeys, wines, beers, and cocktails that are available at reasonable prices(atleast it is lower than most of the bars in town) you have to come here and check it out!

Credit card is accepted.
Tel: +6016 825 1427/+6019 893 5499

Hunter Terrace
Situated on the porch of Best Western Kinabalu Daya Hotel, Hunter Terrace is a decent place to simply unwind while drinking an icy lager or some espresso amidst the night and watch people cruising by. Take note that scuba divers can pick uncommon benefits here.
The pool table is simply nearby in case that you crave playing billiard or snooker. What’s noteworthy about this place, the Happy Hours run an amazing ten hours from 11 AM to 9 PM!

Hunter Terrace is open every day, Monday to Friday 7 AM – 1 AM, and Saturday, Sunday from 6 PM – 12.30 AM.

Tel: +608 824 0000

Jarrod & Rawlins
Jarrod and Rawlins is a prominent chain from Kuala Lumpur which has now advanced toward Kota Kinabalu. They use the same idea here comparable such as the one in KL, for example, superb pork knuckles and hotdogs, great decision wine and brew, and an exuberant air. Costs can be somewhat high contrast with others, yet at the same time unquestionably justified regardless of the cash.
The spot is child-friendly, and they even provide a menu for children! Credit cards are accepted with the exception of Amex.

Open on Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 1 AM, and Saturday, Sunday from 10 AM to 2 AM.
Tel: +608 823 1890

February 3, 2016 Comments Off Where to eat

Little Italy, Kota Kinabalu

Wanting for an Italian food yet ignorant regarding where to go to conciliate your yearning while in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah?

Worry not! You can come to the Little Italy. Being one of the most seasoned Italian eateries in Kota Kinabalu, exceptionally well known among local people and oversea explorers since the year 2000. Situated in the Capital Hotel, adjoining Wisma Merdeka and within walking distance from the Suria Sabah.

They serve the best pizzas around the local area. And believe me that their spaghetti’s are likewise the yummiest in Sabah, and might be the entire nation. Furthermore, they have a consistent stream of return clients to demonstrate their point. Wanting to eat something that is more healthy? No stresses, they serve low-fat dinners for those who want to keep in shape.

At Little Italy here you will never short of decisions, but it might be hard for you to choose it as there are more than 50 sorts of Italian sustenance on the menu! Besides, Mr. Luciano and wife, the owner of Litlle Italy, continually insert new Italian dishes in their menu! Believe me, credible Italian formula is conferred here and you won’t discover any Asian sustenance on the menu.

Another fascinating truth about Little Italy that you may wanna know is they made every one of the sorts of pasta and sauces at their own particular manufacturing plant in KK to ensure the freshness of the pasta and food ingredients.

BUSINESS HOUR: 10.30AM – 11.00PM (DAILY)

PHONE: 088-232231

ADDRESS:
23, Jalan Haji Saman,
Ground Floor, Capital Hotel,
88813 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

February 3, 2016 Comments Off Where to eat

El Centro, Kota Kinabalu

El Centro is a laid-back eatery and bar in the focal point of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah and they open 7 days a week from twelve noon until midnight. “Eat. Drink. Enjoy.” is their motto, and it is an easy one to follow when you are here as they provide with tantalizing dishes on their menu.

It is not unusual things if you come here and enjoy the lively atmosphere and wind up staying throughout the night.
Their half open air bistro suits for those who want to drink and feasting. Plus, they provide a cozy internal design that is the ideal vantage point to taste an icy drink and watch the world rush by.

The owner of El Centro are smart and creative in attracting customers to come to their bistro by holding themed nights such as Mexico Monday, Tequila Tuesday, Pub Quiz and Salsa once-scale and live music Wednesday evening, they also offer a lot of other variety and a lot more reasons to get out and visit El Centro!
El Centro has faith in solid, crisp and tasty sustenance at reasonable costs. They have an everyday beverage and nourishment specials and endeavor to serve a wide assortment of both worldwide and local. They trust that the greater part of their menu things are made equivalent.
They happen to rehearse a touch of preference where these few menus are concerned: the Mezze Platter, Greek Salad (or make it a Wrap), the Homemade Beef and Veggie Burgers, the Pesto Chicken Pizza and all of their Tacos are homemade!

**the kitchen closes at 10 PM, but the bar is open until much later.

Address: 32 Jalan Haji Saman (Opposite Wisma Merdeka), Kota Kinabalu |

Ph: 014 862 3877

Open: Tue – Sun, Noon – Midnight

January 9, 2016 Comments Off Where to eat

Pasta Pasta

Have you ever wondered where you can find a cheap but delicious pasta with only RM6.50? Well, you can stop your searching as you can get it here at Pasta Pasta.

Situated at the 3rd block of Gaya Street, it might be a little bit hard for you guys to find it. But just look up for the signboard “PASTA PASTA” and we are here!

It is easy as 1,2 & 3 !

1st Step
– Choose the Pasta that you want. They provide more than 5 varieties of Pasta where you can choose.
Such as Spaghetti, Vermicelli, Fettuccine, Linguine, Macaroni, Penne Rigati and etc.

2nd Step
Choose you sauce!
Here in PASTA PASTA you can choose from 3 different sauce which is Tomato sauce, Cream sauce and Pesto Sauce.
Well, for me personally I usually will go for Cream Sauce with EXTRA cheese.

3rd Step
Choose your toppings!
This is where you can choose either you want seafood, minced beef, meat ball, chicken breast, italian sausage or streaky beef mushroom to be your toppings.

You just have to wait less than 5 minutes to be served , and wala! you can enjoy your pasta now!
Yes! with only RM6.50 you fill your stomach with this delicious pasta. I promise you that you will not regret it.

Location :
108, Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Operation Hours : 9 AM – 9 PM daily.

Telephone: 088-280790
E-mail: info@pastapasta.com.my

January 9, 2016 Comments Off Where to eat

Biru-biru Cafe

Looking for a place where you want to have western but with a touch of local food? Worry no more as you can get it at Biru-biru Cafe.

It situated nearby our beloved Atkinson Tower which it is one of the Sabah historical monument.
It was previously owned by Borneo Backpackers and has undergone major face-lift and spruce up.

The interior is decorated with collections of paintings and stuff which they get from their travelling which really amazed me. If you are looking for Biru-biru Cafe, you just have to look up the sign “Sharikat Biru Biru” above the entrance.

I actually heard about Biru Biru Cafe from one of my food lovers friend where he suggest me to go and have a dinner there. And I fall in love with their Spaghetti Tuhau! Yes! You read it right. Tuhau is one of our traditional veggies in Sabah. And I was impressed with the taste as I never thought that Tuhau will taste so much better with spaghetti!

“Pusas” is a Dusun word which translate as snacks that normally served accompanient with alcohol ( similar to chips and nuts with beer)
They serve a few types of Pusas in their menu such as;
1. Hinava (It was made from fish and mixed with lime juice, bird’s eye chili, slice shallots and grated gingers)
2. Roti Canai Quesadilla
3. Tuhau Chips with Tuhau Salsa
4. Deep Fried Okra Sprinkled with Cumin

One of the popular desert that they serve here is the Waffle with Coconut Ice cream & Gula Melaka. It really yummy! and I bet anyone that tasted it will agree with me too! 🙂

Location: 24, Lorong Dewan, Pusat Bandar, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The Cafe is nestled amid the backpackers area, next to Asian Tourism Institute, facing the main road.

Cuisines: Local dishes and Western Dishes( local twist).

Operating Hours: 8am-11pm ( 8am-Late Hours on weekends)

April 1, 2014 Comments Off Our Guests

Live a Malaysian when in Malaysia!

Kuala Lumpur is truly the melting point of the world. It’s the place where the west meets the east. It’s the great bridge between the life you live today and the life you always wanted to experience.

Now picture this in your mind: While Kuala Lumpur city is amazingly metropolitan, it is surrounded by dense tropical rain forests with great scope for adventure. While the people themselves are predominantly of three Asian ethnicities, almost everyone speaks English. The diversity of people means that one can experience three different cultures at the same time, the cuisine, festivities, and history. All of this, in a comfortable English speaking neighbourhood. And beyond this, travelling from KL within Malaysia is easy and inexpensive. If you ever wanted to pack your bags for a holiday, KL should be right up there on your list!

Petaling Jaya (PJ as locals call it) is a satellite town of Kuala Lumpur. My time in PJ was a joy ride both because of the kind of destination Kuala Lumpur is, and the kind of host Mr Sim is. While Kuala Lumpur and the adjoining PJ have many popular tourist attractions, a lot of the local life is beyond what the tourists get to see. Mr Sim, my host in PJ (and now a very good friend) can lead you to the best places to experience the real Malaysia.

Everyone knows about attractions like Petronas Towers and Cameron Highlands, and I’m not going to touch that. Mr Sim led us to places where you can live the life of a Malaysian. Ming Tien food court (PJ’s largest food court), Crab Island, etc are examples. I also happen to enjoy Toddy (a kind of Palm Wine available only at very few places in the world) also.

While Malaysia, and Kuala Lumpur the city are a very compelling places to stay or holiday, what compliments the amazing place is Mr Sim’s friendship and tourist guidance. If you plan a visit or stay in Kuala Lumpur, I would recommend PJ for residence and Room4U for Mr Sim’s hospitality! I lived a Malaysian while in Malaysia

– K Rahul Gupta (rahulkorada@gmail.com)

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