Best Satay in Kota Kinabalu

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Meat on sticks - or rather, meat-sticks! Gorgeous chunks of marinated beef skewered and grilled to tender perfection; how can one not enjoy that? Be it lamb, chicken, beef, rabbit or even pork, a good stick of satay will make you crave for more. Oh, don't forget that nutty and rich peanut sauce, alongside rice, cucumbers and shallots!

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    Brunei Satay HousePork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21Alco free 9fb1f2c65edc2c1eaf4e8b24402d108dd33cc2bc71f0fb0022a54c3c390a66c8

    Brunei Satay House is a rather traditional looking place that has much to offer. Well, not that much considering that the only reason one would pay this place a visit is for their satay but yes, their satay itself has much to offer. Marinated beautifully with a savoury sauce before being grilled to tender perfection, having merely a dozen sticks would definitely not be enough. Instead, go for double your usual portion! 

    Tips

    Cash only and family set available.

    Things to expect

    A fairly normal place.

    Best with

    Bandung Special.

    Price

    RM0.80 to RM2.00

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    Jalan Sepangar, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88450, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    0168435981

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    11:00AM—10:30PM
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    Kedai Kopi Yuit CheongNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    A historical place indeed, Kedai Kopi Yuit Cheong has been in operation ever since 1896, which makes them about 120+ years old. A restaurant that long ought to be good, if not great. And to answer that, yes. Their Satay Jawi has got people from all over town queuing up for over 20 minutes (on a good day). The satay is marinated overnight to ensure that the flavours develop deep within the meat itself before grilling. The result is sticks of delicious satay that is well packed with flavour from both the marination and charcoal used to barbecue them. 

    Tips

    Cash only.

    Things to expect

    A traditional looking coffee shop.

    Best with

    Kopi O.

    Price

    RM0.60 to RM1.20

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    Kedai Kopi Yuit Cheong View restaurant

    48-56, Jalan Pantai, Kota Kinabalu, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    088252841

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    Every day
    11:00AM—05:00PM
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    UpperstarPork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21

    Upperstar is a fairly western-looking place with a touch of local essence. Their menu comprises of a wide range of western specialties such as the chicken chop, burger, and pasta, along with local delicacies such as the curry chicken rice, nasi lemak and many more. The satay itself is not for order, but it comes with the Malaysian Delight set. A dish that comprises of curry chicken, lamb satay, sunny side up and rice. 

    Tips

    Do remember to check if its happy hour while you're there.

    Things to expect

    A fairly comfortable and cozy place with beer.

    Best with

    Beer.

    Price

    RM10.00 to RM20.00

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    8, Jalan Damai, Luyang, 88300, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    088260388

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    24-hours
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    Kedai Kopi LotusNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    If you're in the mood for some juicy pork satay, then Kedai  Kopi Lotus will be your best friend of the day. With each skewer packing in several thick slices of pork and grilling them to juicy perfection, you'll definitely put your diet on hold for a while. A perfect ratio of fat to lean meat, grilling them will allow the natural juices to come through, giving it that rich and savoury taste that everyone will enjoy. 

    Tips

    Waiting time may be a little long.

    Things to expect

    A hawker center.

    Best with

    Iced Tea or Iced Water.

    Price

    RM0.70 to RM1.20

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    Kedai Kopi Lotus View restaurant

    10A, Lorong Kenawai, Taman Dah Yeh, 88450, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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    12:00PM—12:00AM
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    Kedai Kopi Fun SenNon halal 01f78899591256b47a2708a65f6538333b86089a30fbd22545a41deece4ea490

    Kedai Kopi Fun Sen is a casual dining place where you are looking for something quick with no fuss. Though the service isn't entirely quick, but the selection definitely will be. All you should be going for is the satay - beautifully marinated and grilled to tender perfection. Each stick is made with love that you can taste. Sweet, savoury and slightly smoky - this is the type of satay one should be going for. 

    Tips

    Additional peanut sauce can be requested; free of charge.

    Things to expect

    A rather small place that is famous for their satay.

    Best with

    Iced Tea.

    Price

    RM0.80 to RM2.00

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    Kedai Kopi Fun Sen View restaurant

    1-31, Lorong Hilltop 2, Taman Hilltop, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88300, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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